Leah Lewis - Actor Profile

Leah Lewis

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
11Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 9, 1996
Birth Place: Shanghai, China

About Leah Lewis

Adopted from a Chinese orphanage as an infant, American actress Leah Lewis is poised to emigrate into living rooms everywhere with her triple talent as an actress, singer, and dancer. She was raised in Windermere, FL and in Los Angeles, CA. Leah Lewis is known for her breakout performance in the Netflix feature film, "The Half of It," written and directed by Alice Wu. The film launched globally on Netflix after winning the Founders Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature at the Tribeca Film Festival. Lewis also portrays the starring role of 'Ember' in Pixar's animated feature, "Elemental" written and directed by Peter Sohn." She is also known for her role 'George Fan' in the CW series "Nancy Drew." In addition to her acting, Lewis is professionally trained singer since childhood who has been writing her own music since the age of 15. In her free time, Lewis has many hobbies with a strong physical background including power lifting, dancing, yoga and strength and conditioning training. She enjoys writing, playing guitar, staying active in nature, advocating for mental health care, spending time with her family and creating strong community while traveling or resting between work.

Leah Lewis Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Leah Lewis 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 Leah Lewis's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 36% of Leah Lewis'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 Elemental, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Leah Lewis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Leah Lewis's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Leah Lewis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 The Tiger's Apprentice Räv (voice) Hit Similar →
2023 Tripped Up Lizzy Flop Similar →
2023 Verano de película 3 Self Flop Similar →
2023 Elemental Ember (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2021 How to Deter a Robber Heather Williams Average Similar →
2020 Penn & Teller: Try This at Home Too Herself Flop Similar →
2020 The Half of It Ellie Chu Hit Similar →
2012 FRED 3: Camp Fred Spoon Flop Similar →
2007 Nanking Banner Girl (uncredited) Hit Similar →
N/A Arcanum Faye Flop Similar →
N/A Dog Years Olivia Flop Similar →

Leah Lewis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Leah Lewis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leah Lewis is "Elemental" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Leah Lewis acted in?

Leah Lewis has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Leah Lewis?

Other notable films include "The Tiger's Apprentice", "The Half of It", and "Nanking".

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