Gemma Chan - Actor Profile

Gemma Chan

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
35Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 29, 1982
Birth Place: London, England, UK

About Gemma Chan

Gemma Chan (born 29 November 1982) is an English actress. A Worcester College, Oxford graduate, Chan began acting in the late 2000s, making her film debut in 2009. She rose to attention with her leading role in the Channel 4 science fiction series Humans (2015–2018). She gained prominence with her starring roles in Crazy Rich Asians and as Elizabeth Hardwick in Mary Queen of Scots (both 2018).  She next starred in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Captain Marvel (2019) and Eternals (2021), portraying Minn-Erva and Sersi, respectively. She also had a voice role in the Disney animated film Raya and the Last Dragon (2021). She appeared in Olivia Wilde's psychological thriller Don't Worry Darling (2022) and Gareth Edwards' science fiction film The Creator (2023). Offscreen, Chan has been labelled a fashion icon. Description above from the Wikipedia article Gemma Chan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Gemma Chan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Gemma Chan reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Gemma Chan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 60% of Gemma Chan'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 How to Build a Human, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Gemma Chan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gemma Chan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Gemma Chan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Josephine Claire Hit Similar →
2025 The Actor Edna Average Similar →
2023 True Love: Making The Creator Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 The Creator Maya Hit Similar →
2022 Don't Worry Darling Shelley Hit Similar →
2022 Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals Self - Sersi Hit Similar →
2021 L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Self Flop Similar →
2021 Eternals Sersi Hit Similar →
2021 Raya and the Last Dragon Namaari (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2020 Let Them All Talk Karen Average Similar →
2019 Intrigo: Dear Agnes Henny Average Similar →
2019 Captain Marvel Minn-Erva Hit Similar →
2019 Mr. Malcolm's List Julia Super Hit Similar →
2018 Mary Queen of Scots Bess of Hardwick Hit Similar →
2018 London Fields Petronella Flop Similar →
2018 Crazy Rich Asians Astrid Young Teo Hit Similar →
2018 Leading Lady Parts Actress #5 Super Hit Similar →
2017 Revolting Rhymes Snow White (voice) Hit Similar →
2017 Stratton Aggy Flop Similar →
2017 Transformers: The Last Knight Quintessa Average Similar →
2016 Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Madame Ya Zou Hit Similar →
2016 Everyday Performance Artists Melody Hit Similar →
2016 How to Build a Human Herself Super Hit Similar →
2015 Families Chen-Lin Flop Similar →
2015 Love Is a Four Letter Word: Worth Seven Points Wife Super Hit Similar →
2014 The Double 'The Replicator' - Glamourous Judge Hit Similar →
2014 Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit Amy Chan Average Similar →
2013 Dates (Erica & Kate) Erica Flop Similar →
2011 Submarine Kim-Lin Hit Similar →
2010 Shanghai Shin Shin Average Similar →
2010 Pimp Bo Flop Similar →
2009 Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars Mia Bennett Super Hit Similar →
2009 Exam Chinese Girl Hit Similar →
2006 When Evil Calls Molly Nelson Flop Similar →
N/A Untitled Anna May Wong biopic Anna May Wong Flop Similar →

Gemma Chan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gemma Chan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gemma Chan is "How to Build a Human" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Gemma Chan acted in?

Gemma Chan has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gemma Chan?

Other notable films include "Love Is a Four Letter Word: Worth Seven Points", "True Love: Making The Creator", and "Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars".

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