Frances O'Connor
Frances O'Connor is an Australian-British actress known for her roles in Mansfield Park, Steven Spielberg's A.I. Artificial Intelligence, The Missing and The Conjuring 2. She was announced as a lead cast member in Netflix's 'Queenstown' - the platform's first locally commissioned New Zealand original series.
Frances O'Connor filmed 1 production in Queenstown: Netflix's 'Queenstown'. Frances O'Connor is an Australian-British actress known for her roles in Mansfield Park, Steven Spielberg's A.I. Artificial Intelligence, The Missing and The Conjuring 2. She was announced as a lead cast member in Netflix's 'Queenstown' - the platform's first locally commissioned New Zealand original series.
About O'Connor
Australian-British actor, 1 production filmed in Queenstown.
Frances O'Connor is an Australian-British actress known for her roles in Mansfield Park, Steven Spielberg's A.I. Artificial Intelligence, The Missing and The Conjuring 2. She was announced as a lead cast member in Netflix's 'Queenstown' - the platform's first locally commissioned New Zealand original series.
O'Connor has received multiple AACTA and Golden Globe nominations for her work. Her casting in a Queenstown-set drama brings significant Australian and international recognition to the production.
She has previously worked extensively in both the UK and Australian screen industries, and her move to a New Zealand-based production reinforces the growing trans-Tasman screen collaboration between the two countries.
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Films Shot in Queenstown
Every production O'Connor filmed in the Queenstown-Lakes region, with characters, roles, and behind‑the‑scenes stories.
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“O'Connor's casting in Netflix's first New Zealand original brings significant international profile to the production. She is part of a growing wave of high-profile Australian and British actors working on New Zealand-shot productions as the country's screen industry expands.”
Behind the Camera
Queenstown Stories
Trivia, anecdotes, and inside stories from O'Connor's time filming in Queenstown.
What is Frances O'Connor's role in Netflix's Queenstown?
O'Connor has been announced in a lead role for Netflix's first locally commissioned New Zealand original series. The ski-resort drama is filming on location across Queenstown, Central Otago and Fiordland. Like Rufus Sewell, her character details are being kept under wraps during production.
Is Frances O'Connor known for working in New Zealand?
Netflix's Queenstown marks O'Connor's first major New Zealand production, though as an Australian-British actress she has long been part of the trans-Tasman screen community. Her casting alongside Rufus Sewell signals the production's ambition to attract internationally recognised talent.
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Walk in O'Connor's Footsteps
Book a tour to the actual filming locations. Experience the landscapes that inspired the performances.
NZD $307Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour
Explore the exact Middle‑earth locations, Glenorchy, Paradise, and the Dart Valley.
NZD $189Glenorchy & Paradise Scenic Tour
Visit the backdrops behind the most iconic performances. Spectacular half-day trip.
NZD $1,518Milford Helicopter Flight & Cruise
The aerial perspective that filmmakers love. Helicopter to Milford Sound with glacier landing.
Common Questions
Everything fans ask about O'Connor's time filming in Queenstown.
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From Oscar winners to rising stars, explore every performer who has made Queenstown their cinematic home.
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Continue Exploring Queenstown
From the cast to the locations, every layer of Queenstown on screen.
ExploreAll Film Productions
Eight productions, dozens of locations, one landscape. Explore every film shot in Queenstown.
LocationsFilm Location Guide
GPS‑tagged film locations with access guides. Find every spot, from Glenorchy to Milford Sound.
Book NowQueenstown Tours
Guided tours, helicopter flights, and 4WD adventures that take you to the locations from the screen.