Glenn Close is officially joining the next Hunger Games prequel, Sunrise On The Reaping. Fans of the powerhouse performer will be once again reminded of her commanding presence on screen. Whether she’s playing a steely matriarch, a woman unravelling, or a misunderstood villain, Glenn Close has a knack for turning complex female characters into unforgettable icons.
In the upcoming Hunger Games flick, according to Deadline, Glenn will portray Drusilla Sickle, a cruel escort to the District 12 tributes. Joining her in the cast are Billy Porter, Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace, Jesse Plemons, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Maya Hawke, Lili Taylor, Ben Wang, Ralph Fiennes, Elle Fanning and Kieran Culkin.
Across decades in Hollywood, Glenn Close has earned a staggering eight Oscar nominations (and countless Emmys and Golden Globes), cementing her legacy as one of the greatest actors of her generation.
As we prepare to see her in Panem, here are some of Glenn Close’s best movie and TV show roles worth revisiting.
Fatal Attraction (1987)
The film that made boiling a bunny shorthand for romantic obsession, Glenn Close’s portrayal of the unhinged Alex Forrest is both terrifying and strangely sympathetic. It sparked cultural conversation and earned her an Oscar nod — and remains one of the most riveting psychological thrillers ever made.
Where to watch: Netflix, Stan, Rent or Buy from Apple TV+, Rent or Buy from Amazon Prime
Dangerous Liaisons (1988)
As the icy and calculating Marquise de Merteuil, Glenn oozes power and manipulation in this opulent period drama. Her performance is pure elegance and venom — a masterclass in restraint and control.
Where to watch: SBS On Demand, Rent or Buy from Apple TV+, Rent or Buy from Amazon Prime.
101 Dalmatians (1996)
It’s rare for an actor to make a Disney villain feel as alive as Glenn does with Cruella de Vil. Over-the-top, deliciously evil, and endlessly watchable, it’s a performance that delighted generations of fans.
Where to watch: Disney+
Albert Nobbs (2011)
A passion project for Glenn, this film sees her play a woman living as a man in 19th-century Ireland to survive. Subtle and heart-wrenching, it’s one of her most layered performances.
Where to watch: Rent or Buy from Apple TV+
The Wife (2017)
In one of her most recent critical hit films, Glenn Close plays a woman reckoning with a lifetime of silence and sacrifice behind her husband’s success. It’s a quiet, simmering performance that earned her widespread acclaim — and her seventh Oscar nomination.
Where to watch: Netflix, Stan, Rent or Buy from Apple TV+, Rent or Buy from Amazon Prime.
Hillbilly Elegy (2020)
Though the film divided critics, Glenn Close’s near-unrecognisable transformation into a gritty Appalachian grandmother was universally praised. She earned both Oscar and BAFTA nominations for the role.
Where to watch: Netflix
Damages (2007–2012)
Her Emmy-winning turn as ruthless lawyer Patty Hewes proved she could dominate the small screen as effortlessly as the big one. Complex, brilliant and often terrifying, Patty redefined what female antiheroes could look like on TV.
Where to watch: Apple TV
Who is Glenn Close?
Glenn Close is an acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances across film, television, and theatre. With a career spanning more than four decades, she’s regarded as one of the finest actors of her generation, praised for her emotional depth, versatility, and ability to portray complex women with nuance and authority.
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Has Glenn Close ever won an Oscar?
No! As of 2025, Glenn Close has not won an Oscar. She has been nominated for eight Academy Awards, more than any other living actor without a win and has won three Primetime Emmy Awards, three Tony Awards, and three Golden Globes.
Where is Glenn Close from?
Glenn Close was born on March 19, 1947, in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA. She spent part of her childhood in Switzerland and Africa due to her father’s work as a physician. Close attended the College of William & Mary in Virginia, where she studied theatre — and from there, launched a career that would take her from Broadway to Hollywood and beyond.
In addition to her acting work, Close is also a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and LGBTQ+ rights, and is widely respected for her philanthropy and activism.
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