Essie Davis — Biography

Essie Davis, born Esther Davis, is a celebrated Australian talent, gracing both the screen and the stage with her captivating performances as an actress and her resonant voice as a singer. Audiences recognize her most vividly for her portrayal of the vivacious private detective Phryne Fisher in the popular series Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries and its subsequent cinematic adventure, Miss Fisher & the Crypt of Tears. She also left an indelible mark with her role as Amelia Vanek in the critically acclaimed horror film, The Babadook.