Lily Allen - Actor Profile

Lily Allen

Acting
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
13Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 2, 1985
Birth Place: Hammersmith, London, England, UK

About Lily Allen

Lily Allen is a British singer, songwriter, author, actress, and businesswoman. Her music career incorporates elements of electropop, R&B, ska, and reggae. Throughout her long spanning music career, Allen has released fourth studio albums: 'It's Not Me, It's You' (2009), 'Sheezus' (2014) both records topped the UK Albums Charts and 'Alright, Still' (2006) and 'No Shame' (2018) which peaked at 2 and 8 on the United Kingdom, respectively. As well, she has topped the UK Singles Charts in three occasions, with the number #1 smash hits: 'Smile' (2006), 'The Fear' (2009), and Somewhere Only We Know (2014). She has received several recognitions for her music, including nominations for nine BRIT Awards (including one win for British Female Solo Artist in 2010), one Grammy Award nomination for Best Alternative Album (Alright, Still), three Ivor Novello Awards wins, one Mercury Prize nomination for Album Of The Year (No Shame), and twelve NME Awards (including three wins). As an actress, Allen made her debut on the big screen on 'How to Build a Girl' (2019), and in 2021, she made her West End debut in the new play '2:22 A Ghost Story', for which she received a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress. In 2018, Allen released her autobiographical book, 'My Thoughts Exactly' to positive reviews, and several extracts from the book generated considerable press coverage prior to release. She currently stars on the Sky Atlantic original comedy series, 'Dreamland' (2023–)

Lily Allen Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lily Allen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 31% of Lily Allen'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 Lily Allen: Live In London, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lily Allen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lily Allen's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lily Allen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Lily Allen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lily Allen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lily Allen is "Lily Allen: Live In London" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Lily Allen acted in?

Lily Allen has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lily Allen?

Other notable films include "P!NK: VH1 Storytellers", "Concert for Diana", and "Elizabeth".

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