Maria Thelma Smáradóttir stands at an exact 5ft 6¾ (169.5 cm), a height that enhances her versatile screen presence as an Icelandic stage and film actress. This stature gives her a relatable, approachable image ideal for diverse roles, from survival dramas to television series. Key highlights include her role in the 2018 film Arctic alongside Mads Mikkelsen and starring in the TV series Prisoners (Fangar).