Anna Lise Phillips is a renowned Australian actress, whose impressive filmography spans multiple decades and a wide range of genres. Her professional journey began with a notable role in the 1998 film The Boys, swiftly followed by her critically acclaimed performance in Envy, earning her a nomination for the prestigious AFI Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Feature Film.
Throughout her career, Phillips has appeared in numerous films, including the Sundance award-winning Animal Kingdom, Walking on Water, BackTrack, The Pack, A Wreck a Tangle, and The Tank, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
In 2002, she took on the role of Mabel Fine in Icon's telemovie The Three Stooges, starring alongside Michael Chiklis, Paul Ben Victor, and Evan Handler.
Phillips' entry into television began in 2002, starring in Channel 9's Young Lions alongside Alex Dimitriades and Tom Long, under the guidance of renowned show runner Michael Jenkins, who is known for his work on popular TV shows such as Heartbreak High and Blue Murder.
In 2009, she appeared as Jeneana Palmer in Channel Seven's popular TV soap opera Home and Away.
Phillips has had recurring roles in numerous Australian television series, including McLeod's Daughters, The Secret Life of Us, Farscape, Stingers, Murder Call, Good Guys Bad Guys, Water Rats, Wildside, The Killing Field, Heartbreak High, Terra Nova, Bastard Boys, Crownies, and City Homicide.
In 2012, she was cast in a recurring role in the American television series Revolution, starring alongside Billy Burke and Giancarlo Esposito.
Phillips' impressive television credits continued with her starring role in Foxtel's miniseries Devil's Playground alongside Toni Collette in 2014.
In 2016, she starred in the US comedy Sensitivity Training, which premiered at the Los Angeles Film Festival.
Anna Lise Phillips is sometimes credited as Anna Lise, Anna Lise Philips, or Anna-Lise Phillips, reflecting her versatility and adaptability as a performer.
Born and raised in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, Phillips grew up in a creative environment, being a founding member of the Corrugated Iron Youth Theatre. Her mother, Dr. Maggi Phillips, has been a constant source of support throughout her career.