Amanda Seyfried

Born:December 3, 1985

Place of Birth:Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Amanda Seyfried, born on December 3, 1985, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is a versatile American actress who has captivated audiences with her talent and charm. At the young age of 15, she embarked on her acting journey, quickly making a name for herself in the entertainment industry. Seyfried's early roles in soap operas like "As the World Turns" and "All My Children" showcased her natural acting abilities and set the stage for her future success.

However, it was her breakout role in the iconic teen comedy "Mean Girls" in 2004 that truly propelled Seyfried into the spotlight. Her portrayal of the quirky and lovable character in the film garnered widespread acclaim and marked the beginning of a flourishing career in Hollywood. Seyfried continued to impress audiences with her performances in TV series like "Veronica Mars" and "Big Love," solidifying her status as a talented actress to watch.

Over the years, Seyfried has graced the silver screen in a diverse range of films, from musicals like "Mamma Mia!" to intense dramas like "Les Misérables." Her ability to seamlessly transition between genres and embody a variety of characters has earned her praise from critics and fans alike. Seyfried's dedication to her craft and her commitment to each role she takes on shine through in every performance.

In 2020, Seyfried delivered a standout performance in David Fincher's biopic "Mank," where she portrayed the complex character of Marion Davies. Her portrayal garnered critical acclaim and earned her nominations for prestigious awards like the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress. Seyfried's talent and versatility were once again on full display, further cementing her reputation as a formidable force in the industry.

Most recently, Seyfried wowed audiences with her portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes in the Hulu miniseries "The Dropout," a role that earned her both a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress. Her ability to bring depth and nuance to her characters continues to impress, showcasing her range as an actress. Additionally, being named one of Time's 100 most influential people in the world in 2022 is a testament to Seyfried's impact on the entertainment landscape.

Amanda Seyfried's journey from soap operas to blockbuster films and critically acclaimed TV series is a testament to her talent, dedication, and versatility as an actress. With each new project, she continues to captivate audiences and showcase her remarkable acting prowess. As she continues to take on challenging roles and push the boundaries of her craft, there is no doubt that Amanda Seyfried will remain a prominent figure in the world of entertainment for years to come.

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Filmography

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Mean Girls

Karen Smith

2004

Cady Heron is a hit with The Plastics, the A-list girl clique at her new school, until she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George.

In Time

Sylvia Weis

2011

In the not-too-distant future, the aging gene has been switched off. To avoid overpopulation, time has become the currency and the way people pay for luxuries and necessities. The rich can live forever, while the rest struggle to negotiate for their immortality. A poor young man who suddenly comes into a fortune of time finds himself on the run from a corrupt police force known as the "time keepers".

Ted 2

Samantha

2015

Newlywed couple Ted and Tami-Lynn want to have a baby, but in order to qualify to be a parent, Ted will have to prove he's a person in a court of law.

You Should Have Left

Susanna

2020

In an effort to repair their relationship, a couple books a vacation in the countryside for themselves and their daughter. What starts as a perfect retreat begins to fall apart as one loses their grip on reality, and a sinister force tries to tear them apart.

Seven Veils

Jeanine

2025

Jeanine, an earnest theatre director, has been given the task of remounting her former mentor’s most famous work, the opera Salome. Haunted by dark and disturbing memories from her past, she allows her repressed trauma to color the present as she re-enters the opera world after so many years away.

Jennifer's Body

Needy

2009

Jennifer, a gorgeous, seductive cheerleader takes evil to a whole new level after she's possessed by a sinister demon. Now it's up to her best friend to stop Jennifer's reign of terror before it's too late.

Mamma Mia!

Sophie Sheridan

2008

A spirited young bride-to-be living with her single mother on a small Greek island secretly invites three of her mother's ex-boyfriends in hope of finding her biological father to walk her down the aisle.

Chloe

Chloe Sweeney

2010

A doctor hires an escort to seduce her husband, whom she suspects of cheating, though unforeseen events put the family in danger.

Epic

Mary Katherine (M.K.) (voice)

2013

A teenager finds herself transported to a deep forest setting where a battle between the forces of good and the forces of evil is taking place. She bands together with a rag-tag group characters in order to save their world—and ours.

A Million Ways to Die in the West

Louise

2014

As a cowardly farmer begins to fall for the mysterious new woman in town, he must put his new-found courage to the test when her husband, a notorious gun-slinger, announces his arrival.

Les Misérables

Cosette

2012

An adaptation of the successful stage musical based on Victor Hugo's classic novel set in 19th-century France. Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.

Scoob!

Daphne Blake (voice)

2020

In Scooby-Doo’s greatest adventure yet, see the never-before told story of how lifelong friends Scooby and Shaggy first met and how they joined forces with young detectives Fred, Velma, and Daphne to form the famous Mystery Inc. Now, with hundreds of cases solved, Scooby and the gang face their biggest, toughest mystery ever: an evil plot to unleash the ghost dog Cerberus upon the world. As they race to stop this global “dogpocalypse,” the gang discovers that Scooby has a secret legacy and an epic destiny greater than anyone ever imagined.

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

Sophie Sheridan

2018

Five years after meeting her three fathers, Sophie Sheridan prepares to open her mother’s hotel. In 1979, young Donna Sheridan meets the men who each could be Sophie’s biological father.

Red Riding Hood

Valerie

2011

Valerie is in love with a brooding outsider, Peter, but her parents have arranged for her to marry another man. Unwilling to lose each other, Valerie and Peter plan to run away together when Valerie's older sister is killed by a werewolf that prowls the dark forest surrounding their village. Panic grips the town as Valerie discovers that she has a unique connection to the beast--one that inexorably draws them together, making her both suspect ... and bait.

The Art of Racing in the Rain

Avery "Eve" Swift

2019

A family dog – with a near-human soul and a philosopher's mind – evaluates his life through the lessons learned by his human owner, a race-car driver.

Letters to Juliet

Sophie

2010

An American girl on vacation in Italy finds an unanswered "letter to Juliet" -- one of thousands of missives left at the fictional lover's Verona courtyard, which are typically answered by the "secretaries of Juliet" -- and she goes on a quest to find the lovers referenced in the letter.

Lovelace

Linda Lovelace

2013

Story of Linda Lovelace, who is used and abused by the porn industry at the behest of her coercive husband, before taking control of her life.

Pan

Mary

2015

Living a bleak existence at a London orphanage, 12-year-old Peter finds himself whisked away to the fantastical world of Neverland. Adventure awaits as he meets new friend James Hook and the warrior Tiger Lily. They must band together to save Neverland from the ruthless pirate Blackbeard. Along the way, the rebellious and mischievous boy discovers his true destiny, becoming the hero forever known as Peter Pan.

Dear John

Savannah Lynn Curtis

2010

While Sergeant John Tyree is home on two weeks leave from Germany, he meets Savannah after he dives into the ocean to retrieve Savannah's purse that had fallen off a pier. John eventually falls in love with Savannah, who promises to write to him until he returns from overseas.

Anon

The Girl

2018

Set in a near-future world where there is no privacy, ignorance or anonymity, our private memories are recorded and crime almost ceases to exist. In trying to solve a series of unsolved murders, Sal Frieland stumbles onto a young woman who appears to have subverted the system and disappeared. She has no identity, no history and no record. Sal realizes it may not be the end of crime but the beginning. Known only as 'The Girl', Sal must find her before he becomes the next victim.

Gringo

Sunny

2018

An American businessman with a stake in a pharmaceutical company that's about to go public finds his life is thrown into turmoil by an incident in Mexico.

Alpha Dog

Julie Beckley

2006

Johnny Truelove likes to see himself as tough. He's the son of an underworld figure and a drug dealer. Johnny also likes to get tough when things don't go his way. When Jake Mazursky fails to pay up for Johnny, things get worse for the Mazursky family, as Johnny and his 'gang' kidnap Jake's 15 year old brother and holds him hostage. Problem now is what to do with 'stolen boy?'

Things Heard & Seen

Catherine Claire

2021

Catherine Clare reluctantly trades life in 1980 Manhattan for a remote home in the tiny hamlet of Chosen, New York, after her husband George lands a job teaching art history at a small Hudson Valley college. Even as she does her best to transform the old dairy farm into a place where young daughter Franny will be happy, Catherine increasingly finds herself isolated and alone. She soon comes to sense a sinister darkness lurking both in the walls of the ramshackle property—and in her marriage to George.

Mank

Marion Davies

2020

1930s Hollywood is reevaluated through the eyes of scathing social critic and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay of Citizen Kane.

First Reformed

Mary Mensana

2018

A pastor of a small church in upstate New York starts to spiral out of control after a soul-shaking encounter with an unstable environmental activist and his pregnant wife.

Gone

Jill Conway

2012

Jill Conway is trying to rebuild her life after surviving a terrifying kidnapping attempt. Though she is having a difficult time, she takes small steps toward normalcy by starting a new job and inviting her sister, Molly, to move in with her. Returning home from work one morning, Jill discovers that Molly has vanished, and she is certain that the same man who previously abducted her has returned for revenge.

The Big Wedding

Missy O'Connor

2013

To the amusement of their adult children and friends, long-divorced couple Don and Ellie Griffin are forced to play the happy couple for the sake of their adopted son's wedding after his ultra conservative Catholic biological mother unexpectedly decides to fly halfway across the world to attend. With all of the wedding guests looking on, the Griffins are hilariously forced to confront their past, present and future - and hopefully avoid killing each other in the process.

Love the Coopers

Ruby

2015

When four generations of the Cooper clan come together for their annual Christmas Eve celebration, a series of unexpected visitors and unlikely events turn the night upside down, leading them all toward a surprising rediscovery of family bonds and the spirit of the holiday.

A Mouthful of Air

Julie Davis

2021

Julie is a new mom and children's book author, who escapes into the bright Crayola-colored world of her creation in order to leave behind the darkness caused by her post-partum depression.

Production

Lovelace

Executive Producer

2013

Story of Linda Lovelace, who is used and abused by the porn industry at the behest of her coercive husband, before taking control of her life.

A Mouthful of Air

Executive Producer

2021

Julie is a new mom and children's book author, who escapes into the bright Crayola-colored world of her creation in order to leave behind the darkness caused by her post-partum depression.