Alex Lawther
ActingAbout Alex Lawther
Alexander Jonathan Lawthe (born May 4, 1995) is an English actor. He began acting in theatre at 16, when he played the lead role in David Hare’s South Downs at the Minerva Theatre in Chichester. He is best known for portraying the young Alan Turing in the film "The Imitation Game"(2014), which won him the London Film Critics' Circle Award for 'Young British Performer of the Year'. This was followed with a starring role in 2015 film "Departure", opposite Juliet Stevenson. He also played the lead role of James in the Channel 4 series The End of the F***ing World (2017–2019).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alex Lawther reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Alex Lawther's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alex Lawther remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Alex's Dream, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Alex Lawther Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alex Lawther's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alex Lawther.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | A Second Life | Elijah | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Alien: Earth - On Set Dispatches | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Velveteen Rabbit | Velveteen Rabbit (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Lost Patient | Bastien | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look | Karis Nemik (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Earwig | Laurence | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun | Morisot | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Last Duel | King Charles VI | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Miss Fortunate | Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Grand amour | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Spark | Theo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Translators | Alex Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Alex's Dream | Alex Morin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Old Boys | Amberson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ghost Stories | Simon Rifkind | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Freak Show | Billy Bloom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Goodbye Christopher Robin | Christopher Robin Milne (Teen) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Carnage: Swallowing the Past | Volunteer: Joey | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Narrated By | Sam Sipowitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Departure | Elliot | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Yussef is Complicated | Rory | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Imitation Game | Young Alan Turing | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | X+Y | Isaac Cooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict | Benjamin Britten | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Fear | The Boy | Flop | Similar → |
Alex Lawther - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alex Lawther?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alex Lawther is "Alex's Dream" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Alex Lawther acted in?
Alex Lawther has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alex Lawther?
Other notable films include "The Imitation Game", "Yussef is Complicated", and "Spark".