Lia Williams

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Characters played by Lia Williams

Mrs. Smith — Living (2022)

Mrs. Smith leads a group of women who petition the council to redevelop a World War II bomb site as a children's playground. Their petition is repeatedly passed between departments and eventually returns to Williams, whose later decision to revive and complete the project answers their request.

Katherine Davies — The Foreigner (2017)

A British cabinet minister originally targeted in the airport bombing plot. After the attack is thwarted, she contacts Hennessy to acknowledge his covert role in stopping the terrorists. She allows him to retain his political position as Deputy First Minister, albeit under her direct supervision and control.

House — Archive (2020)

An Archive company executive or senior staff member. Participates in the corporate oversight and strategic response to George's activities.

Paula Vennells — Mr Bates vs The Post Office (2024)

A senior Post Office figure connected to the scandal dramatized in the series.

Constance — Firelight (1998)

Constance is Amy Godwin's sister and the person who runs the Godwin household. She protects Elisabeth's position by insisting that Charles give the new governess time to find another situation. Having grown close to Charles, she accepts that he loves Elisabeth after Amy's funeral and relinquishes hope of marrying him.

Cathy — Chica de Río (2001)

Cathy is Raymond’s wife, whose affair with Strothers is discovered by Raymond shortly before Christmas. Her betrayal deepens his dissatisfaction with his marriage and career, helping drive his escape to Rio. After returning from Tenerife with Strothers, she receives Raymond’s decision to leave her and arrange their divorce.

Maida — Shot Through the Heart (1998)

Maida is named among the people with whom Vlado spends time before war disrupts ordinary life in Sarajevo. The summary places her within his circle of friends and families, but does not describe her actions or establish what happens to her as the conflict intensifies.

Prime Minister — The Truth Commissioner (2016)

The Prime Minister urges the creation of a Truth and Reconciliation commission modeled on South Africa’s process. This decision leads to Henry Stanfield’s appointment as Truth Commissioner in Northern Ireland and sets the inquiry in motion, though those in power are later unwilling to have its discoveries revealed.

Career Overview

Lia Williams has 42 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work is anchored in the Småstadsliv - Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Capture, The Missing, The Fifth Province. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
42
Birth Date
1964-11-26
Birth Place
Birkenhead, Merseyside, England, UK

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q6539402), public domain (CC0).