Lily James' Most Iconic Film & TV Roles
Pamela Anderson? Check. Mrs. de Winter? Check. Cinderella? Check.
British actress Lily James has been in a number of memorably distinct film and television roles since the beginning of her on-screen career. From being cast in several period dramas like Downton Abbey to her more recent portrayal of Pamela Anderson in Pam & Tommy, James has an ability to convincingly be just about anyone.
Discover eight of the star's most iconic roles in L'OFFICIEL's list below.
The historical drama Downton Abbey, set in Edwardian England, is one of the most famous period series of the 2010s. James plays Lady Rose Aldridge, in her break-out TV role.
In an enchanting 2015 adaptation of the Disney classic, James plays none other than the titular character Cinderella, alongside A-list actors Richard Madden and Helena Bonham-Carter.
Contemporary cult film Baby Driver is a thrilling rollercoaster of an action film. James plays Debora, a waitress and love interest of the protagonist Baby, played by Ansel Elgort.
Yesterday explores the uncanny reality of what the world would look like without the beloved British band The Beatles. James plays Ellie Appleton, the childhood best friend of the main character Jack Malik.
Rebecca is a psychological thriller about newlyweds navigating life in a spooky English estate. It is a newer adaptation of a Victorian novel of the same name with James as the leading lady, Mrs. de Winter.
The Pursuit of Love is a series about a sex-loving and relationship-seeking young woman, and her dynamic romantic escapades in Europe before World War II. James plays the main character of the coquettish Linda Radlett.
The Dig is based on the true story of a British archaeologist in the 1930s. James plays the romantic interest of the main excavator in this mysterious historical thriller.
Pam & Tommy has become a viral hot topic since its release in early February. Much of this is due to James' four-hour transformation into the noughties star, and the likeness to Anderson is further enhanced by her authentic performance.
