Dakota Blue Richards
ActingAbout Dakota Blue Richards
Dakota Blue Richards (born 11 April 1994) is an English actress. Ten thousand girls turned up for open auditions in Cambridge, Oxford, Exeter and Kendal for the role of Lyra Belacqua in the adaptation of 'His Dark Materials: Northern Lights' to the film 'The Golden Compass (2007)'. In June 2006, twelve-year-old Dakota, a Londoner schoolgirl, was awarded the part after the casting directors' took a shine to her in the Cambridge auditions. Her mother is an American anthropologist.
Dakota Blue Richards Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dakota Blue Richards reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dakota Blue Richards's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Dakota Blue Richards's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Secret of Moonacre, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dakota Blue Richards Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dakota Blue Richards's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dakota Blue Richards has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | What The Butler Saw | Geraldine | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | ChickLit | Zoe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Quiet Hour | Sarah | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Girl Power | Cass | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Fold | Eloise Ashton | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Five Miles Out | Cass | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Secret of Moonacre | Maria Merryweather | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dustbin Baby | April | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Golden Compass | Lyra Belacqua | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Each Coming Night | Gwen | Flop | Similar → |
Dakota Blue Richards - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dakota Blue Richards?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dakota Blue Richards is "The Secret of Moonacre" with a rating of 6.6/10.
How many movies has Dakota Blue Richards acted in?
Dakota Blue Richards has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dakota Blue Richards?
Other notable films include "The Golden Compass", "Dustbin Baby", and "Five Miles Out".