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Sylvia Anderson

Sylvia Anderson

Actor, writer and producer · Born April 25, 1937 (89) · London, England

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Sylvia Anderson (née Thamm), born 25 March 1937 (age 74), is a British voice artist and film producer, most notable for collaborations with Gerry Anderson, to whom she was married from 1962 to 1975. Though co-creator and co-writer of some of their productions through the 1960s, Sylvia's main contribution was the development of realistic characters that viewers could identify with and become involved with. She usually directed the bi-weekly voice recording sessions, and provided the voices of many female characters, most memorably Lady Penelope in the Thunderbirds television series and subsequent films. She and Gerry Anderson married in 1960 and were divorced in 1980 following a 5-year separation. Description above from the Wikipedia article Sylvia Anderson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.​

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Biography from TMDB.

Born
April 25, 1937 (89)
From
London, England
Works as
Actor, writer and producer
Titles
15 on MovieCove · 70 credits in all
Links
IMDb (opens in a new tab)TMDB (opens in a new tab)Wikidata (opens in a new tab)

Known for

TMDB popularity, last 38 days to Oct 27Down 27% in 30 days

What are Sylvia Anderson's films like?

Across their 10 MovieCove titles with a thematic analysis, their films lean Bonds and Survival.

Themes

share of theme weight
Bonds
33%
Survival
19%
Morality
15%
Ideas
14%
Society
11%
Self
8%
Survival4 titles, browse their movies with this themeFamily bonds4 titles, browse their movies with this themeLoyalty4 titles, browse their movies with this themeDuty5 titles, browse their movies with this themeCommunity2 titles, browse their movies with this themePurpose2 titles, browse their movies with this themeHope2 titles, browse their movies with this theme

What they feel like to watch

their average across 6 films
ToneFeelDemandtheir average · filled zone: the category
Serious: How heavy the subject matter and outlook get. Browse their serious movies.
Tone · Weight
lightdark

A split, not a type: Light 3 · Serious 1 · Dark 2

Stylized: How far its world departs from everyday reality. Browse their stylized movies.
Tone · Style
naturalisticheightened

A split, not a type: Grounded 1 · Stylized 1 · Heightened 4

Charged: How hard the emotional peaks hit while you watch. Browse their charged movies.
Feel · Intensity
gentleintense

Gentle 0 · Charged 5 · Intense 1

Steady: How much it swings between very different feelings. Browse their steady movies.
Feel · Swings
steadyswings

Steady 4 · Shifting 2 · Whiplash 0

Straight-faced: How much of the runtime is played for laughs. Browse their straight-faced movies.
Feel · Humor
noneconstant

A split, not a type: Straight-faced 2 · Some laughs 4 · Funny 0

Even-paced: How fast it moves from scene to scene. Browse their even-paced movies.
Demand · Pace
slowrelentless

Slow burn 2 · Even-paced 4 · Relentless 0

Casual: How much focus it asks of you — look away and lose the thread? Browse their casual movies.
Demand · Attention
casualfull focus

Casual 5 · Engaged 1 · Full focus 0

Resolved: How much is left for you to interpret. Browse their resolved movies.
Demand · Resolution
resolvedambiguous

Resolved 5 · Open-ended 1 · Ambiguous 0

Roles they play

3 analyzed roles

Usually the Ally: 2 of 3 analyzed roles.

Ally
2 of 3
Hero
1 of 3

Moods and endings

endings are an aggregate; no title is named

Dominant moods · mentions across their titles

Thrilling
8
Hopeful
7
Tense
5
Contemplative
3
Joyful
2
Other
1

How their films linger

Fun5 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteHopeful5 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteFeel-good3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteRousing3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteThought-provoking2 titles, browse their movies with this aftertaste

How their films end · 1 with a twist

  • Happy7
  • Bittersweet1
  • Tragic1
  • Cyclical1

AI-generated from each title's plot synopsis and cast list, with extra plot summaries, reviews and Parents Guide notes for titles the model may not know, and the model's own knowledge of the ones it recognizes. Only analyzed titles count, so this covers part of the filmography; the feel axes count films only for now.

Where can I watch Sylvia Anderson's films?

As of October 24, 2026, 10 of their 15 MovieCove titles stream on a subscription or free service.

Also on these channels

Subscription and free streaming for Sylvia Anderson's titles on MovieCove; rent and buy are not counted. Titles are listed by Midcredits score, highest first, at most 12 per service; a dashed chip is a producer credit or a minor one, such as a thanks. A service opens the browse page, which counts movies only, so its number can differ.

Filmography

70 credits, 15 with a MovieCove page; 5 appearances as themselves are hidden until asked for.

  • Space: 1999 4K Double Bill - Breakaway and The Metamorph (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2026)

    Producer

  • Thunderbirds 60th Anniversary Double Bill - Trapped in the Sky / Terror in New York City (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2025)

    Writer · as Lady Penelope (voice)

  • Presented in Supercolorisation (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2022)

    Show 1 episode · Writer · as Dcotor Venus (voice) · as Doctor Venus (voice) · as Doctor Venus / Eleanor Zero / Jonathan Zero (voice) · as Jimmy Gibson (voice) (uncredited) · as Jimmy Gibson / Miss Chevenitch (voice) (uncredited)

  • Thunderbirds: The Anniversary Episodes (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2020)

    Show 3 episodes · Creator · as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • HD21 The Worlds of Gerry Anderson in High Definition (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2016)

    Writer

  • Thunderbirds 1965: Introducing Thunderbirds (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds 1965: The Abominable Snowman (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds 1965: The Stately Homes Robberies (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Elaine Wickfen / Cynthia (voice)

  • Thunderbirds Are Go(2015)

    Show Creator

    Midcredits score: 42nd percentile of all shows

  • Reggie & Thunderbirds: No Strings Attached (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    Actor

  • This Is Supermarionation (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    as Lady Penelope (voice)

  • Peter Kay's Animated All Star Band: The Official BBC Children in Need Medley (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Lady Penelope (voice)

  • All About 'Thunderbirds' (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Actor

  • Stingray: The Reunion Party (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Writer

  • Thunderbirds(2004)

    Original Story

    Midcredits score: 10th percentile of all films

  • Absolutely Fabulous(1992)

    Show 1 episode · as Lady Penelope (voice)

    Midcredits score: 90th percentile of all shows

  • Martha Jellneck (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1988)

    as Monika

  • The Complete Thunderbirds (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1985)

    Creator · Original Film Writer

  • Journey Through the Black Sun(1982)

    Producer · Writer

    Midcredits score: 47th percentile of all films

  • Countdown to Disaster (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1982)

    Original Concept · as Lady Penelope (voice)

  • Thunderbirds in Outer Space (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    as Professor Marshall (voice)

  • Revenge of the Mysterons from Mars (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    Writer · as Linda Nolan / Receptionist (voice)

  • The Amazing Adventures Of Joe 90 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1981)

    Writer · as Stewardess / Mrs. Mary Rose / Mrs. Ada Harris (voice)

  • Alien Attack (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1980)

    Producer

  • Thunderbirds to the Rescue (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1980)

    Writer · as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Air Terrainean Guide (voice)

  • Captain Scarlet vs. The Mysterons (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1980)

    Writer · as Melody Angel (voice)

  • The Incredible Voyage of Stingray(1980)

    Writer

    Midcredits score: 62nd percentile of all films (provisional, few ratings)

  • Destination Moonbase-Alpha (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1978)

    Creator

  • Space: 1999(1975)

    Show 48 episodes · Creator · Producer

    Midcredits score: 64th percentile of all shows

  • Space: 1999 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1975)

    Producer

  • The Investigator (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1973)

    Screenplay · as Julie (voice)

  • The Protectors(1972)

    Show 1 episode · Writer

    Midcredits score: 34th percentile of all shows

  • UFO: Take Them Alive (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1972)

    Writer

  • UFO(1970)

    Show 1 episode · Creator · Writer

    Midcredits score: 86th percentile of all shows

  • The Secret Service (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1969)

    Show 13 episodes · Creator · Writer · as Mrs Appleby / Various Characters (voice)

  • Journey to the Far Side of the Sun(1969)

    Producer · Screenplay · Story

    Midcredits score: 52nd percentile of all films

  • Joe 90 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1968)

    Show 1 episode · Creator · Writer · as Mrs. Ada Harris (voice)

  • Thunderbird 6(1968)

    Producer · Writer · as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

    Midcredits score: 53rd percentile of all films

  • Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1967)

    Show 7 episodes · Creator · Writer · as Gabrielle (voice) · as Judith Chapman (voice) · as Linda Nolan (voice) · as Melody Angel (voice) · as Receptionist (voice) · as Vice President's Wife (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Give or Take a Million (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Nicky / Nurse Nimmo (voice)

  • Thunderbirds Are Go(1966)

    Producer · Writer · as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

    Midcredits score: 61st percentile of all films

  • Thunderbirds: Ricochet (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Professor Mitchell (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Lord Parker's 'Oliday (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Bingo Winner (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Alias Mr. Hackenbacker (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Madeline / Telephone Operator (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Path of Destruction (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Maria (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Atlantic Inferno (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Security Hazard (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Chip Morrison / Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: The Cham-Cham (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Martian Invasion (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Make-Up Girl (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Attack of the Alligators! (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Mrs. Files (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Brink of Disaster (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    Creator · Script Supervisor · as Lady Penelope (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: The Duchess Assignment (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Mrs. Godolphin / Air Terrainean Hostess (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Move - And You're Dead (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Parola Sands Page (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Danger at Ocean Deep (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Cry Wolf (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Bob Williams (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: The Man from MI.5 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Fireflash Stewardess (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: The Imposters (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Lady Penelope / Ma Tuttle / Fireflash Stewardess (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: City of Fire (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1966)

    as Blanche Carter / Tommy Carter (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: The Mighty Atom (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1965)

    as Lady Penelope (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Vault of Death (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1965)

    Script Supervisor · as Lady Penelope / Lil (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: 30 Minutes After Noon (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1965)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Gladys Saltzman (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: Day of Disaster (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1965)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds: The Perils of Penelope (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1965)

    as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

  • Thunderbirds(1965)

    Show 32 episodes · Creator · Writer · as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)

    Midcredits score: 85th percentile of all shows

  • Thunderbirds: Trapped in the Sky (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1965)

    Script Supervisor · Writer · as Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward / Air Terrainean Guide (voice)

  • Stingray(1964)

    Show 40 episodes · Creator · Producer · Writer · as Barry Byrne

    Midcredits score: 63rd percentile of all shows

  • Fireball XL5(1962)

    Show 39 episodes · Creator · Writer · as Doctor Venus (voice)

    Midcredits score: 53rd percentile of all shows

  • Supercar(1961)

    Show 39 episodes · Writer · Actor

    Midcredits score: 46th percentile of all shows

  • Crossroads to Crime (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1960)

    Continuity

  • Revenge of the Mysterons from Mars (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)

    Show Creator

Career shape

Star power in the 82nd percentile of 239,109 people with a billed film role, over a full career of 70 titles, 69 of them dated from 1960 to 2026.

Biggest box office

Thunderbirds (2004)

$28M worldwide

Highest rated

Thunderbirds (1965)

Midcredits 85th

Film career

By role

only this rolewith another role
Acting51 of 70: 31 only acting, 20 with another role · typical Midcredits score57thWriting27 of 70: 6 only writing, 21 with another role · typical Midcredits score53rdProducing8 of 70: 4 only producing, 4 with another role · typical Midcredits score53rdOther crew17 of 70: 4 only other crew, 13 with another role · typical Midcredits score64th

70 titles, 25 with more than one role — acting and writing overlap on 17 of them.

By decade

1960s35 · 32 acting · 14 crew1970s7 · 1 acting · 7 crew1980s11 · 7 acting · 9 crew1990s1 · acting2000s4 · 2 acting · 2 crew2010s7 · 5 acting · 2 crew2020s4 · 3 acting · 4 crew

Counts from TMDB across their full career, self appearances out; a title counts in every role they held on it. The ring is the typical Midcredits score (the median percentile) of the role's titles that are on MovieCove, shown from 5 scored.

How do Sylvia Anderson's films land?

Their typical MovieCove film has a Midcredits score in the 53rd percentile, the median of all 6; across their 6 films with reception data, the typical film sits in the 51st percentile for acclaim.

Acclaim · how much people like their films

51stpercentile
Typical film, the median of 6

Approval · how many liked their films

53rdpercentile
Typical film, the median of 6

Reach · how many have seen their films

53rdpercentile
Typical film, the median of 6

Midcredits score across 15 titles, by percentile

  • 75th and up3
  • 50th to 74th7
  • 25th to 49th4
  • Below 25th1

Shape of the crowd

10 of their 15 titles are Crowd Pleasers.

  • Universally Loved1
  • Crowd Pleaser10
  • Mixed4

Most divisive · writer

Thunderbirds (2004)

64th percentile spread · 49% rated it 4 or lower

Most loved · writer

UFO (1970)

Midcredits 86th · 86% liked

Reviewers score the acting 47/100 in their films, across 5 reviewed titles; fans 58, detractors 34. The element that speaks to their work as an actor.

Percentiles are each film's standing among all films on MovieCove; the typical film is the median, so one outlier cannot drag it. Percentiles and reviewer scores count the films IMDb credits them on, for now; the Midcredits score bands, the shape of the crowd and the two cards count their MovieCove titles, shows included (a show ranked among shows), appearances as themselves left out. A descriptor is the shape of a title's IMDb rating distribution against the catalog; "most divisive" needs a spread wider than half of all titles, and a card names only a principal credit: a craft role, and on a show a crew role or a run of episodes, never a courtesy credit or a one-off guest spot.

Who does Sylvia Anderson work with?

People who share at least 2 of Sylvia Anderson's MovieCove titles, grouped by what they did on them; Barry Gray shares the most, 9.

Directors

Writers

Actors

Composers, cinematographers and editors

Producers