Natalia Tena is a British actress and musician known for her distinctive screen presence and versatile performances across film, television, and theatre. She gained international recognition as Nymphadora Tonks in the Harry Potter film series and later reached a global audience as Osha in Game of Thrones. Alongside her high-profile fantasy roles, Tena has appeared in independent dramas, romantic comedies, thrillers, and Spanish-language productions. Her film career spans a range of genres, allowing her to portray characters with very different backgrounds and personalities. This chronological guide to Natalia Tena movies by year covers her released feature-film appearances, while distinguishing voice work and other non-standard credits where relevant.
2002 — About a Boy
Natalia Tena made her feature-film debut in About a Boy (2002), a British comedy-drama directed by Chris and Paul Weitz. She played Ellie, a schoolgirl who becomes part of the story surrounding Marcus, a lonely boy raised by his single mother. The film stars Hugh Grant, Nicholas Hoult, and Toni Collette and is based on Nick Hornby’s novel. Tena was credited as Nat Gastiain Tena, marking the beginning of her screen career.
2004 — Delusions of Grandeur
Delusions of Grandeur (2004), directed by Marco Sanderman, is an early film credit for Tena, who played Suzy. The title is less widely circulated than her later studio work, but it belongs among the early entries in her filmography. It predates the international recognition she gained through Harry Potter.
2005 — The Fine Art of Love: Mine Ha-Ha
In The Fine Art of Love: Mine Ha-Ha (2005), Tena played Vera in a drama directed by John Irvin. Set in a secluded girls’ boarding school, the film follows young women whose education and personal lives are shaped by strict rules and unsettling traditions. The story explores adolescence, authority, and the loss of innocence. It is one of Tena’s early dramatic roles, preceding her rise to international fame.
2005 — Mrs Henderson Presents
Tena appeared as Peggy in Mrs Henderson Presents (2005), a British comedy-drama directed by Stephen Frears. The film stars Judi Dench as Laura Henderson, a wealthy widow who opens a London theatre and introduces nude revues to its stage. Set in the years before and during the Second World War, the story blends theatrical history with comedy and social commentary. The film earned several award nominations, including Academy Award recognition for Dench.
2007 — Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Tena made her first appearance as Nymphadora Tonks in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007), directed by David Yates. Tonks is a witty, shape-shifting Auror and member of the Order of the Phoenix, the group working to resist Lord Voldemort. The fantasy film follows Harry as he faces growing disbelief about Voldemort’s return and forms a secret student group at Hogwarts. This role became one of Tena’s most recognizable screen performances.
2008 — Lesson 21
Also known as Lezione 21, Lesson 21 (2008) was directed by Alessandro Baricco and features Tena as Thomson. The Italian drama centres on a professor who challenges conventional interpretations of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony during a lecture and a journey through the Alps. The film blends music, philosophy, and mystery rather than following a conventional narrative structure. It represents a distinctive European production in Tena’s early filmography.
2009 — Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Tena returned as Nymphadora Tonks in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009), the sixth instalment in the fantasy franchise. Directed by David Yates, the film follows Harry and Dumbledore as they investigate Voldemort’s past while dark forces threaten the wizarding world. Tonks’s personal storyline develops alongside the growing conflict, including her relationship with Remus Lupin. The film continued Tena’s involvement in one of the most successful cinematic franchises of its era.
2010 — Womb
In Womb (2010), directed by Benedek Fliegauf, Tena played Rose in a science-fiction drama about love, grief, and the ethical consequences of human cloning. The story follows a woman who chooses to clone her deceased partner, raising difficult questions about identity and the boundaries of personal attachment. The film stars Eva Green and Matt Smith and is known for its restrained, contemplative approach. Tena’s appearance forms part of a filmography that extends beyond mainstream fantasy.
2010 — Ways to Live Forever
Tena played Annie in Ways to Live Forever (2010), a family drama directed by Gustavo Ron. Based on Sally Nicholls’s novel, the film follows Sam, a young boy with leukaemia who documents his life and questions about death. The story balances difficult subject matter with warmth, curiosity, and the perspective of childhood. Tena’s role contributes to the film’s portrayal of the people surrounding Sam and his family.
2010 — Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
Tena reprised her role as Tonks in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010), the first half of the franchise’s two-part finale. Directed by David Yates, the film follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they leave Hogwarts to search for Voldemort’s Horcruxes. Tonks is among the members of the Order fighting against the increasingly powerful regime of Voldemort. The film marks a darker phase of the series and sets up the final confrontation.
2011 — Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
The final Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011), features Tena as Nymphadora Tonks. Directed by David Yates, the fantasy adventure brings Harry’s struggle against Voldemort to its conclusion during the Battle of Hogwarts. Tonks’s place in the Order of the Phoenix connects her to the wider fight against Voldemort’s forces. The film completed Tena’s four-film journey as the beloved witch.
2011 — You Instead (Tonight You’re Mine)
Released in some territories as Tonight You’re Mine, You Instead (2011) is a romantic comedy directed by David Mackenzie. Tena stars as Morello, a musician who becomes handcuffed to fellow performer Adam, played by Luke Treadaway, during a music festival in Scotland. Forced to remain together, the pair navigate their differences while surrounded by live music and festival chaos. The film gave Tena a lead role in a contemporary romantic story.
2012 — Bel Ami
Tena played Rachel in Bel Ami (2012), a period drama directed by Declan Donnellan and Nick Ormerod. Based on Guy de Maupassant’s novel, the film follows Georges Duroy, a former soldier who uses charm and social connections to climb Parisian society. Robert Pattinson leads the cast, alongside Uma Thurman, Christina Ricci, and Kristin Scott Thomas. Tena’s role is part of the film’s depiction of the social world Duroy exploits.
2014 — 10,000 km (Long Distance)
In the Spanish romantic drama 10,000 km (2014), also known as Long Distance, Tena stars as Alexandra, a photographer who begins a long-distance relationship with Sergi, played by David Verdaguer. Directed by Carlos Marqués-Marcet, the film examines how distance and digital communication affect a couple’s intimacy and future plans. Much of the story unfolds through video calls and online conversations, giving it an intimate, contemporary style. Tena’s performance earned attention in Spanish-language cinema.
2015 — SuperBob
Tena played Dorris in SuperBob (2015), a British superhero comedy directed by Jon Drever. The film follows Robert Kenner, a mild-mannered postman who gains superpowers after being struck by a meteorite. Rather than focusing on large-scale battles, the story explores how an ordinary man manages fame, responsibility, and romance. Tena’s role adds to the film’s mix of superhero parody and character-driven comedy.
2017 — Amar
Tena appeared as Laura’s mother in Amar (2017), a Spanish romantic drama directed by Esteban Crespo. The film centres on Laura and Carlos, two young people experiencing an intense first love while facing uncertainty about their future. Their relationship is shaped by family expectations, emotional vulnerability, and the transition into adulthood. Tena’s supporting role places her within the family dynamics surrounding the young couple.
2017 — Anchor and Hope (Tierra firme)
In Anchor and Hope (2017), released in Spain as Tierra firme, Tena stars as Kat, a free-spirited woman living on a houseboat in London. Directed by Carlos Marqués-Marcet, the romantic comedy-drama follows Kat and her partner Eva as they confront differing views about parenthood when their friend Roger enters the picture. Oona Chaplin and David Verdaguer co-star in this intimate story about love, family, and non-traditional relationships. The film reunites Tena with Marqués-Marcet after 10,000 km.
2020 — I Love You, Stupid (Te quiero, imbécil)
Tena played Raquel in I Love You, Stupid (2020), a Spanish romantic comedy directed by Laura Mañá. The film follows Marcos, a man whose life falls apart after a breakup and a professional setback, prompting him to rethink relationships and self-confidence. Quim Gutiérrez and Alfonso Bassave also star in the story, which combines romance with contemporary comedy. Tena’s character becomes part of Marcos’s attempts to rebuild his personal life.
2020 — Sangre
In Sangre (2020), Tena stars as Gabriela in a drama directed by Juan Schnitman. The film explores an intense relationship and the emotional tensions that emerge between its central characters. It belongs to Tena’s Spanish-language work, which includes independent productions alongside larger international releases. The film offers a more intimate setting than the fantasy and action titles for which she is widely known.
2020 — Baby
Tena appeared as Albinoa in Baby (2020), a Spanish thriller directed by Juanma Bajo Ulloa. The film follows a young woman struggling with addiction who becomes entangled in a disturbing world after giving birth. With a largely visual approach and limited dialogue, the story relies heavily on atmosphere and imagery. Tena’s role contributes to the film’s unsettling, stylized portrayal of exploitation and vulnerability.
2022 — Up on the Roof
Tena stars as Emily in Up on the Roof (2022), a drama directed by Paul Hills. The film centres on personal relationships and the experiences of characters whose lives intersect in unexpected ways. It is a smaller independent feature within Tena’s filmography, distinct from the large-scale franchises that brought her international recognition. Its inclusion reflects her continued work across different types of productions.
2022 — Borderline
Tena plays Joan in Borderline (2022), a drama directed by Marco Sandeman. The film follows Mads, a Danish marketing executive who meets Joan while visiting London; although he returns home, the encounter has a lasting effect on her. Mads Reuther and Marie Bach Hansen co-star in this UK-Danish production. The film explores attraction, fixation, and the uneven emotional consequences of a brief relationship.
2023 — John Wick: Chapter 4
Tena joined the John Wick franchise as Katia in John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023), directed by Chad Stahelski. The action thriller follows the legendary assassin as he seeks a way to defeat the High Table, taking him across several international locations. Keanu Reeves leads a cast that includes Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, and Ian McShane. Tena’s character is connected to John’s past and becomes part of his search for a path forward.
2024 — The Platform 2
Tena played Sahabat in The Platform 2 (2024), Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia’s dystopian science-fiction thriller. Set in the brutal vertical prison known as the Pit, the film follows inmates caught in a system built around unequal access to food and violent enforcement of rules. Sahabat becomes involved in the struggle against the prison’s oppressive order. The Netflix release expands the world of the original The Platform, with Tena appearing alongside Milena Smit, Hovik Keuchkerian, and Óscar Jaenada.
2025 — El mal
Tena appears as Martin in El mal (2025), a Spanish-language film directed by Juanma Bajo Ulloa. The film features Belén Fabra and Tony Dalton alongside Tena, with a story rooted in dark dramatic territory. It adds a recent released feature to her filmography and continues her work in Spanish cinema as well as English-language productions. The title is listed among her released film credits.
Short Film and Other Non-Standard Credits
- Skirt (2012): Tena appeared as Ella in this short film. It is a short-form credit rather than a feature-length movie.
- 50 Kisses (2014): Tena appeared as Leila in this feature-length anthology project made up of short films. It is best distinguished from a conventional standalone feature-film role.
These credits are separate from the main feature-film chronology and are included for readers looking for a broader picture of Natalia Tena’s screen work.
Conclusion
Natalia Tena’s movie career has developed from early British films such as About a Boy and Mrs Henderson Presents to internationally recognized fantasy franchises, independent dramas, Spanish-language films, and major action productions. Her portrayal of Nymphadora Tonks in the Harry Potter series remains a defining part of her filmography, while titles such as 10,000 km, Anchor and Hope, The Platform 2, and John Wick: Chapter 4 demonstrate her range across genres. This chronological guide to Natalia Tena movies by year reflects her varied work in film from her debut through her latest released features.
