Dakota Johnson

Born:October 4, 1989

Place of Birth:Austin, Texas, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Dakota Mayi Johnson, born on October 4, 1989, in Austin, Texas, is an accomplished American actress known for her versatile roles in various genres of films. As the daughter of Hollywood icons Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith, Dakota's passion for acting was ignited at a young age. She made her film debut at just ten years old in "Crazy in Alabama," a project that was directed by her then-stepfather Antonio Banderas and starred her mother, Melanie.

After completing her high school education, Dakota delved into auditioning for diverse roles, which eventually led her to a minor part in the critically acclaimed film "The Social Network" in 2010. However, it was her portrayal of the lead character in the steamy "Fifty Shades" film series from 2015 to 2018 that catapulted her to international fame and recognition.

Dakota's talent and dedication to her craft have been evident in a myriad of roles she has taken on throughout her career. From the crime drama "Black Mass" to the horror film "Suspiria," she has showcased her ability to immerse herself in complex and challenging characters. Her performances in films like "A Bigger Splash," "Bad Times at the El Royale," and "The Peanut Butter Falcon" have further solidified her reputation as a versatile and talented actress.

In 2016, Dakota's rising star was acknowledged with a BAFTA Rising Star Award nomination and a spot on the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list. She continued to impress audiences and critics alike with her roles in the psychological drama "The Lost Daughter," the romantic drama "Cha Cha Real Smooth," and the upcoming superhero film "Madame Web."

Dakota Johnson's on-screen presence is marked by her ability to bring depth and authenticity to each character she portrays. Her commitment to her craft and her willingness to take on challenging and diverse roles have set her apart in the competitive world of Hollywood. With a promising career ahead of her, Dakota continues to captivate audiences with her talent and versatility, solidifying her status as one of the most compelling actresses of her generation.

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Filmography

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Fifty Shades of Grey

Anastasia Steele

2015

When college senior Anastasia Steele steps in for her sick roommate to interview prominent businessman Christian Grey for their campus paper, little does she realize the path her life will take. Christian, as enigmatic as he is rich and powerful, finds himself strangely drawn to Ana, and she to him. Though sexually inexperienced, Ana plunges headlong into an affair -- and learns that Christian's true sexual proclivities push the boundaries of pain and pleasure.

Fifty Shades Freed

Anastasia Steele

2018

Believing they have left behind shadowy figures from their past, newlyweds Christian and Ana fully embrace an inextricable connection and shared life of luxury. But just as she steps into her role as Mrs. Grey and he relaxes into an unfamiliar stability, new threats could jeopardize their happy ending before it even begins.

The Social Network

Amelia Ritter

2010

In 2003, Harvard undergrad and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, Mark is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend.

Madame Web

Cassandra Webb

2024

Forced to confront revelations about her past, paramedic Cassandra Webb forges a relationship with three young women destined for powerful futures...if they can all survive a deadly present.

Fifty Shades Darker

Anastasia Steele

2017

When a wounded Christian Grey tries to entice a cautious Ana Steele back into his life, she demands a new arrangement before she will give him another chance. As the two begin to build trust and find stability, shadowy figures from Christian’s past start to circle the couple, determined to destroy their hopes for a future together.

21 Jump Street

Fugazy

2012

When cops Schmidt and Jenko join the secret Jump Street unit, they use their youthful appearances to go undercover as high school students. They trade in their guns and badges for backpacks, and set out to shut down a dangerous drug ring. But, as time goes on, Schmidt and Jenko discover that high school is nothing like it was just a few years earlier -- and, what's more, they must again confront the teenage terror and anxiety they thought they had left behind.

Suspiria

Susie

2018

A darkness swirls at the center of a world-renowned dance company, one that will engulf the artistic director, an ambitious young dancer, and a grieving psychotherapist. Some will succumb to the nightmare. Others will finally wake up.

Need for Speed

Anita Coleman

2014

The film revolves around a local street-racer who partners with a rich and arrogant business associate, only to find himself framed by his colleague and sent to prison. After he gets out, he joins a New York-to-Los Angeles race to get revenge. But when the ex-partner learns of the scheme, he puts a massive bounty on the racer's head, forcing him to run a cross-country gauntlet of illegal racers in all manner of supercharged vehicles.

The Peanut Butter Falcon

Eleanor

2019

A down-on-his-luck crab fisherman embarks on a journey to get a young man with Down syndrome to a professional wrestling school in rural North Carolina and away from the retirement home where he’s lived for the past two and a half years.

Bad Times at the El Royale

Emily Summerspring

2018

Lake Tahoe, 1969. Seven strangers, each one with a secret to bury, meet at El Royale, a decadent motel with a dark past. In the course of a fateful night, everyone will have one last shot at redemption.

Black Mass

Lindsey Cyr

2015

The true story of Whitey Bulger, the brother of a state senator and the most infamous violent criminal in the history of South Boston, who became an FBI informant to take down a Mafia family invading his turf.

Cha Cha Real Smooth

Domino

2022

Fresh out of college and stuck at his New Jersey home without a clear path forward, 22-year-old Andrew begins working as a party starter for bar/bat mitzvahs—where he strikes up a unique friendship with a young mom and her teenage daughter.

Daddio

Girlie

2024

A woman taking a cab ride from JFK airport engages in a conversation with the driver about the important relationships in their lives.

Am I OK?

Lucy

2024

Lucy and Jane have been best friends for most of their lives and think they know everything there is to know about each other. But when Jane announces she's moving to London, Lucy reveals a long-held secret. As Jane tries to help Lucy, their friendship is thrown into chaos.

How to Be Single

Alice Kepley

2016

New York City is full of lonely hearts seeking the right match, and what Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom and David all have in common is the need to learn how to be single in a world filled with ever-evolving definitions of love.

Persuasion

Anne Elliot

2022

Living with her snobby family on the brink of bankruptcy, Anne Elliot is an unconforming woman with modern sensibilities. When Frederick Wentworth - the dashing one she once sent away - crashes back into her life, Anne must choose between putting the past behind her or listening to her heart when it comes to second chances.

The Five-Year Engagement

Audrey

2012

Exactly one year after Tom meets Violet, he surprises her with a wedding ring. By all accounts, Tom and Violet are destined for their happily ever after. However, this engaged couple just keep getting tripped up on the long walk down the aisle.

The Lost Daughter

Nina

2021

A woman's seaside vacation takes a dark turn when her obsession with a young mother forces her to confront secrets from her past.

A Bigger Splash

Penelope Lanier

2015

An American couple, Paul and Marianne, spend their vacation in Italy and experience trouble when Marianne invites a former lover and his teenage daughter to visit, which leads to jealousy and dangerous sexual scenarios.

Our Friend

Nicole Teague

2019

After learning that his terminally ill wife has six months to live, a man welcomes the support of his best friend who moves into their home to help out.

The High Note

Maggie Sherwoode

2020

Set in the dazzling world of the LA music scene comes the story of Grace Davis, a superstar whose talent, and ego, have reached unbelievable heights. Maggie is Grace’s overworked personal assistant who’s stuck running errands, but still aspires to her childhood dream of becoming a music producer. When Grace’s manager presents her with a choice that could alter the course of her career, Maggie and Grace come up with a plan that could change their lives forever.

Date and Switch

Em

2014

Two guys who make a pact to lose their virginity before prom find their friendship tested when one of them comes out of the closet.

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Call Me by Your Name

Thanks

2017

In 1980s Italy, a relationship begins between seventeen-year-old teenage Elio and the older adult man hired as his father's research assistant.

Cha Cha Real Smooth

Producer

2022

Daddio

Producer

2024

A woman taking a cab ride from JFK airport engages in a conversation with the driver about the important relationships in their lives.