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Alex Lawther
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One of the most singular young British actors of his generation. He came to prominence as young Alan Turing in 'The Imitation Game' (2014) alongside Benedict Cumberbatch and as the disturbing Kenny in a famous episode of 'Black Mirror' (2016). He starred in Netflix's cult series 'The End of the F***ing World' (2017-2019) and appeared in 'Andor' (2022) and Wes Anderson's 'The French Dispatch' (2021). British actor identified with auteur cinema and genre fiction, recognized for his intense range and his presence in prestigious serialized productions.
Alex Lawther
22 Movies
10 Series
One of the most singular young British actors of his generation. He came to prominence as young Alan Turing in 'The Imitation Game' (2014) alongside Benedict Cumberbatch and as the disturbing Kenny in a famous episode of 'Black Mirror' (2016). He starred in Netflix's cult series 'The End of the F***ing World' (2017-2019) and appeared in 'Andor' (2022) and Wes Anderson's 'The French Dispatch' (2021). British actor identified with auteur cinema and genre fiction, recognized for his intense range and his presence in prestigious serialized productions.
Movies
Plays Young Alan Turing
The Imitation Game
2014
Plays Morisot
The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun
2021
Plays King Charles VI
The Last Duel
2021
Plays Velveteen Rabbit (voice)
The Velveteen Rabbit
2023
Plays Alex Goodman
The Translators
2019
Plays Christopher Robin Milne (Teen)
Goodbye Christopher Robin
2017
Plays Simon Rifkind
Ghost Stories
2018
Plays Elliot
Departure
2016
Plays Amberson
Old Boys
2018
Plays Isaac Cooper
X+Y
2015
Plays Billy Bloom
Freak Show
2018
Plays Jack
Miss Fortunate
2021
Plays Vlass Mikhailich
National Theatre at Home: Summerfolk
2026
Plays Volunteer: Joey
Carnage: Swallowing the Past
2017
Plays Elijah
A Second Life
2026
Plays Laurence
Earwig
2022
Plays Rory
Yussef Is Complicated
2015
Plays Alex Morin
Alex's Dream
2018
TV Shows
Plays Abacus Woodlouse (voice)
Lloyd of the Flies
2022
Plays James
The End of the F***ing World
2017
Plays Leonard
Leonard and Hungry Paul
2025
Plays Joe DiMaggio Hermit
Alien: Earth
2025
Plays Karis Nemik (voice)
Andor
2022
Plays Tibby Schlegel
Howards End
2017
Plays Mildred's Friend / Additional Voices (voice)
Summer Camp Island
2018
Plays Kenny
Black Mirror
2011
Plays Shaman
The Cleaner
2021
Plays Philip Wittebane (voice)
The Owl House
2020
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National Theatre at Home: Summerfolk
Full Filmography
National Theatre at Home: Summerfolk
Vlass Mikhailich
2026
Film
A Second Life
Elijah
2026
Film
Leonard and Hungry Paul
Leonard · 12 episodes
2025–
TV
Alien: Earth
Joe DiMaggio Hermit · 8 episodes
2025–
TV
The Velveteen Rabbit
Velveteen Rabbit (voice)
2023
Film
Andor
Karis Nemik (voice) · 5 episodes
2022–
TV
Lloyd of the Flies
Abacus Woodlouse (voice) · 52 episodes
2022–
TV
Earwig
Laurence
2022
Film
The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun
Morisot
2021
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Alex Lawther and where are they from?
Alex Lawther is 31 years old, born on May 4, 1995 in Winchester, Hampshire, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Alex Lawther?
Alex Lawther is best known for roles in The Imitation Game, The Last Duel, The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun.
How many movies has Alex Lawther been in?
Over a 16-year career (since 2010), Alex Lawther has appeared in 22 movies and 10 TV shows.
What was Alex Lawther's first movie?
The career of Alex Lawther began with The Fear (2010).
What is Alex Lawther's most recent movie or series?
Alex Lawther's most recent release is National Theatre at Home: Summerfolk, which premiered on July 7, 2026.
What TV shows has Alex Lawther appeared in?
On television, Alex Lawther has appeared in Black Mirror, The End of the F***ing World, Andor, The Owl House.
Alex Lawther
1995-05-04 · Winchester, Hampshire, England, UK
Alexander Jonathan Lawther (born May 4, 1995) is an English actor. He began acting in theatre at 16, when he played the lead role in David Hare’s South Downs at the Minerva Theatre in Chichester. He is best known for portraying the young Alan Turing in the film "The Imitation Game"(2014), which won him the London Film Critics' Circle Award for 'Young British Performer of the Year'.
This was followed with a starring role in 2015 film "Departure", opposite Juliet Stevenson. He also played the lead role of James in the Channel 4 series The End of the F***ing World (2017–2019).