Lara Pulver - Actor Profile

Lara Pulver

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
11Total Films
7.9 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 1, 1980
Birth Place: Kent, England, UK

About Lara Pulver

​Lara was born and raised in Kent, UK. She studied drama with the NYMT and went on to gain a BA Hons degree in Theatre. Lara's extensive theatre career led her to gain a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for her portrayal of Lucille Frank in Rob Ashford's production of Parade at The Donmar Warehouse. She was invited to re-create the role at The Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles opposite TR Knight (Grey's Anatomy), gaining much critical praise. Lara made her screen debut in 2008, in the BBC prime time show Robin Hood, playing Isabella of Gisbourne. The show is a huge international success and is airing on BBC America, Saturday evening at 8/9c. She has just completed filming the new Peter Morgan (Frost/Nixon, The Queen) movie, The Special Relationship, starring Michael Sheen and Dennis Quaid.

Lara Pulver Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lara Pulver reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 45% of Lara Pulver'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 Unlocking Sherlock, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lara Pulver Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lara Pulver's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lara Pulver has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf Tetra Gilcrest (voice) Hit Similar →
2016 Underworld: Blood Wars Semira Average Similar →
2015 Gypsy Louise Super Hit Similar →
2015 A Patch of Fog Lucy Walsh Hit Similar →
2015 Spooks: The Greater Good Erin Watts Average Similar →
2014 Edge of Tomorrow Karen Lord Super Hit Similar →
2014 Unlocking Sherlock Herself / Irene Adler Super Hit Similar →
2013 Skins: Fire Victoria Flop Similar →
2010 Legacy Diane Shaw Flop Similar →
2010 The Special Relationship Intern Average Similar →
N/A The Riders - Flop Similar →

Lara Pulver - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lara Pulver?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lara Pulver is "Unlocking Sherlock" with a rating of 7.9/10.

How many movies has Lara Pulver acted in?

Lara Pulver has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lara Pulver?

Other notable films include "Gypsy", "Edge of Tomorrow", and "The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf".

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