Lara Pulver
Actress · Since 2002
Known for
Lara Pulver is a British actress born in Kent, celebrated for her striking portrayal of Irene Adler, the only person to consistently outwit the title character, in the acclaimed series 'Sherlock'. She has also appeared in the blockbuster 'Edge of Tomorrow' and the vampire franchise 'Underworld: Blood Wars', as well as a recurring role in 'True Blood'. Pulver's Sherlock performance is widely regarded as one of the standout guest turns of British television in the 2010s. She continues to work across British and international film and television.
Lara Pulver
Actress · Since 2002
9 Movies · 17 Series
Known for
Lara Pulver is a British actress born in Kent, celebrated for her striking portrayal of Irene Adler, the only person to consistently outwit the title character, in the acclaimed series 'Sherlock'. She has also appeared in the blockbuster 'Edge of Tomorrow' and the vampire franchise 'Underworld: Blood Wars', as well as a recurring role in 'True Blood'. Pulver's Sherlock performance is widely regarded as one of the standout guest turns of British television in the 2010s. She continues to work across British and international film and television.
Movies
Plays Karen Lord
Edge of Tomorrow
2014
Plays Semira
Underworld: Blood Wars
2016
Plays Tetra Gilcrest (voice)
The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf
2021
Plays Erin Watts
Spooks: The Greater Good
2015
Plays Golde
Fiddler on the Roof: Live at Regent's Park
2024
Plays Lucy Walsh
A Patch of Fog
2015
Plays Louise
Gypsy
2015
Plays Diane Shaw
Legacy
2010
TV Shows
Plays Clarice Orsini
Da Vinci's Demons
2013
Plays Mirana (voice)
DOTA: Dragon's Blood
2021
Plays Isabella 'Bella' Harrigan
MobLand
2025
Plays Isabella
Robin Hood
2006
Plays Dr. Catherine MacDiarmid
Maternal
2023
Plays Erin Watts
Spooks
2002
Plays Claudine Crane
True Blood
2008
Plays Karen Stratton
The Alienist
2018
Plays Ann O'Neill
Fleming
2014
Plays Katrynia Borlú
The City and the City
2018
Plays Irene Adler
Sherlock
2010
Plays Charlotte
Quantico
2015
Plays Olivia (voice)
Pantheon
2022
Plays Victoria
Skins
2007
Plays Paula
Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams
2017
Plays Jo Becker
The Hack
2025
Plays Annette
Coming Up
2003
Latest Trailers
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Fiddler on the Roof: Live at Regent's Park
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The Hack
Jo Becker
2025Season 1
MobLand
Isabella 'Bella' Harrigan · 20 episodes
2025–
Pantheon
Olivia (voice)
2025Season 2
Fiddler on the Roof: Live at Regent's Park
Golde
2024
Maternal
Dr. Catherine MacDiarmid · 6 episodes
2023
Pantheon
Olivia (voice)
2022Season 1
DOTA: Dragon's Blood
Mirana (voice)
2022Season 3
DOTA: Dragon's Blood
Mirana (voice)
2022Season 2
The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf
Tetra Gilcrest (voice)
2021
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Lara Pulver and where are they from?
Lara Pulver is 46 years old, born on September 1, 1980 in Kent, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Lara Pulver?
Lara Pulver is best known for roles in Edge of Tomorrow, Underworld: Blood Wars, The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf.
How many movies has Lara Pulver been in?
Over a 16-year career (since 2010), Lara Pulver has appeared in 9 movies and 17 TV shows.
What was Lara Pulver's first movie?
The career of Lara Pulver began with The Special Relationship (2010).
What is Lara Pulver's most recent movie or series?
Lara Pulver's most recent release is The Hack, which premiered on September 24, 2025.
What TV shows has Lara Pulver appeared in?
On television, Lara Pulver has appeared in Sherlock, True Blood, Skins, MobLand.
Lara Pulver
1980-09-01 · Kent, England, UK
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.