Anya Taylor-Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy

Born:April 16, 1996

Place of Birth:Miami, Florida, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Anya Taylor-Joy, born on April 16, 1996, is a versatile actress who has captivated audiences with her talent and charisma. Hailing from a diverse background, having been raised in Buenos Aires and London, Taylor-Joy's early decision to leave school at 16 to pursue acting proved to be a pivotal moment in her life.

Her career trajectory skyrocketed when she landed a leading role in the critically acclaimed horror film "The Witch" in 2015, showcasing her ability to embody complex and haunting characters. This breakthrough paved the way for her to star in a series of diverse roles, from the psychological thriller "Split" to the period drama "Emma," where she portrayed the iconic character of Emma Woodhouse with grace and depth.

Taylor-Joy's talent truly shone in the television series "Peaky Blinders," where she immersed herself in the gritty world of crime drama, displaying a range that captivated audiences worldwide. However, it was her portrayal of the enigmatic Beth Harmon in "The Queen's Gambit" that solidified her as a powerhouse in the industry, earning her prestigious awards and nominations for her outstanding performance.

Continuing to push boundaries, Taylor-Joy took on a variety of roles, from the chilling horror film "Last Night in Soho" to the action-packed "The Northman" and "The Gorge," showcasing her versatility and willingness to tackle diverse genres. Her voice work as Princess Peach in "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" added another dimension to her already impressive repertoire.

One of her most anticipated roles was as Imperator Furiosa in "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," where she stepped into the iconic shoes of the fierce character with her trademark intensity and dedication. Taylor-Joy's ability to inhabit complex and dynamic characters with depth and authenticity has solidified her as a force to be reckoned with in the world of cinema.

With each project, Anya Taylor-Joy continues to push the boundaries of her craft, captivating audiences with her magnetic presence and unparalleled talent. As she navigates a diverse range of roles and genres, she remains a shining star in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on every character she embodies.

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Filmography

Acting

The Gorge

The Gorge

Drasa

2025

Two highly trained operatives grow close from a distance after being sent to guard opposite sides of a mysterious gorge. When an evil below emerges, they must work together to survive what lies within.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Princess Peach (voice)

2023

While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers—and brothers—Mario and Luigi are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi.
Dune: Part Two

Dune: Part Two

Alia Atreides (uncredited)

2024

Follow the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, Paul endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Furiosa

2024

As the world falls, young Furiosa is snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers into the hands of a great biker horde led by the warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the wasteland, they encounter the citadel presided over by Immortan Joe. The two tyrants wage war for dominance, and Furiosa must survive many trials as she puts together the means to find her way home.
The Menu

The Menu

Margot

2022

A young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises.
Split

Split

Casey Cooke

2017

Though Kevin has evidenced 23 personalities to his trusted psychiatrist, Dr. Fletcher, there remains one still submerged who is set to materialize and dominate all the others. Compelled to abduct three teenage girls led by the willful, observant Casey, Kevin reaches a war for survival among all of those contained within him — as well as everyone around him — as the walls between his compartments shatter apart.
The Northman

The Northman

Olga of the Birch Forest

2022

Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who's on a mission to save his mother, kill his uncle and avenge his father.
The Witch

The Witch

Thomasin

2016

In 1630, a farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land on the edge of a forest where strange, unsettling things happen. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, each family member's faith, loyalty and love are tested in shocking ways.
Glass

Glass

Casey Cooke

2019

In a series of escalating encounters, former security guard David Dunn uses his supernatural abilities to track Kevin Wendell Crumb, a disturbed man who has twenty-four personalities. Meanwhile, the shadowy presence of Elijah Price emerges as an orchestrator who holds secrets critical to both men.
The New Mutants

The New Mutants

Illyana Rasputin

2020

Five young mutants, just discovering their abilities while held in a secret facility against their will, fight to escape their past sins and save themselves.
Emma.

Emma.

Emma Woodhouse

2020

In 1800s England, a well-meaning but selfish young woman meddles in the love lives of her friends.
Last Night in Soho

Last Night in Soho

Sandie

2021

A young girl, passionate about fashion design, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters her idol, a dazzling wannabe singer. But 1960s London is not what it seems, and time seems to be falling apart with shady consequences.
Marrowbone

Marrowbone

Allie

2017

A young man and his three younger siblings are plagued by a sinister presence in the sprawling manor in which they live.
Amsterdam

Amsterdam

Libby Voze

2022

In the 1930s, three friends—a doctor, a nurse, and an attorney—witness a murder, become suspects themselves and uncover one of the most outrageous plots in American history.
Morgan

Morgan

Morgan

2016

A corporate risk-management consultant must determine whether or not to terminate an artificial being's life that was made in a laboratory environment.
Radioactive

Radioactive

Irène Aged 18

2020

The story of Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie and her extraordinary scientific discoveries—through the prism of her marriage to husband Pierre—and the seismic and transformative effects their discovery of radium had on the 20th century.
Thoroughbreds

Thoroughbreds

Lily

2018

Lily and Amanda, two high school students living in suburban Connecticut, rekindle their unlikely friendship after years of drifting apart. Together, they devise a plan to kill Lily's abusive stepfather by hiring a lowlife drug dealer.

Production

Last Night in Soho

Last Night in Soho

Songs

2021

A young girl, passionate about fashion design, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters her idol, a dazzling wannabe singer. But 1960s London is not what it seems, and time seems to be falling apart with shady consequences.