Riley Keough
Known for
Riley Keough, born in Santa Monica in 1989, is the granddaughter of Elvis Presley, yet she built her reputation far from dynastic shortcuts, in daring independent cinema. After the wasteland of 'Mad Max: Fury Road' (2015), she starred in Andrea Arnold's 'American Honey' (2016), earned an Emmy nomination for 'The Girlfriend Experience' (2016), stole scenes in 'Logan Lucky' (2017) and co-directed the acclaimed 'War Pony' (2022). Playing seventies rock star Daisy Jones in 'Daisy Jones & the Six' (2023) brought her family history full circle. She favors bruised, unknowable women on society's edges.
Riley Keough
35 Movies
6 Series
Riley Keough, born in Santa Monica in 1989, is the granddaughter of Elvis Presley, yet she built her reputation far from dynastic shortcuts, in daring independent cinema. After the wasteland of 'Mad Max: Fury Road' (2015), she starred in Andrea Arnold's 'American Honey' (2016), earned an Emmy nomination for 'The Girlfriend Experience' (2016), stole scenes in 'Logan Lucky' (2017) and co-directed the acclaimed 'War Pony' (2022). Playing seventies rock star Daisy Jones in 'Daisy Jones & the Six' (2023) brought her family history full circle. She favors bruised, unknowable women on society's edges.
Movies
Plays Capable
Mad Max: Fury Road
2015
Plays Emily Lighton (voice)
The Guilty
2021
Plays Mellie Logan
Logan Lucky
2017
Plays Sandy Henderson
The Devil All the Time
2020
Plays Nora
Magic Mike
2012
Plays Jessica Kelly
Jay Kelly
2025
Plays Simple
The House That Jack Built
2018
Plays Grace
The Lodge
2020
Plays Sarah
Under the Silver Lake
2018
Plays Anna
Rosebush Pruning
2026
Plays Kim
It Comes at Night
2017
Plays Diane Nixon
The Good Doctor
2011
Plays Lacey
The Discovery
2017
Plays Medora Slone
Hold the Dark
2018
Plays Girl on Voicemail / Mother (voice)
Hurry Up Tomorrow
2025
Plays Stefani
Zola
2021
Plays Krystal
American Honey
2016
Plays Marie Currie
The Runaways
2010
Producer
Plays Zalya
Butterfly Jam
2026
Plays Lily Bridges
Earthquake Bird
2019
Plays Ann
Kiss of the Damned
2012
Producer
Plays The Female
Sasquatch Sunset
2024
Producer
Plays Misty
Welcome the Stranger
2018
Plays Elisa Green
We Don't Belong Here
2017
Plays Jack
Jack & Diane
2012
Plays Young Amanda
Yellow
2014
Plays Sarah
Lovesong
2017
Plays Riley Keough
Supermodel Acting Class
2013
Producer
Plays Rachel
Dixieland
2015
Latest Trailers
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Rosebush Pruning
Full Filmography
Butterfly Jam
Zalya
2026
Film
Rosebush Pruning
Anna
2026
Film
Jay Kelly
Jessica Kelly
2025
Film
Hurry Up Tomorrow
Girl on Voicemail / Mother (voice)
2025
Film
Under the Bridge
Rebecca Godfrey · 8 episodes
2024
TV
Sasquatch Sunset
The Female
2024
Film
Daisy Jones & the Six
Daisy Jones · 10 episodes
2023
TV
Manodrome
Mother (uncredited)
2023
Film
The Terminal List
Lauren Reece · 8 episodes
2022
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Riley Keough and where are they from?
Riley Keough is 37 years old, born on May 29, 1989 in Santa Monica, California, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Riley Keough?
Riley Keough is best known for roles in Mad Max: Fury Road, Logan Lucky, The Devil All the Time.
How many movies has Riley Keough been in?
Over a 21-year career (since 2005), Riley Keough has appeared in 35 movies and 6 TV shows.
What was Riley Keough's first movie?
The career of Riley Keough began with Elvis by the Presleys (2005).
What is Riley Keough's most recent movie or series?
Riley Keough's most recent release is Rosebush Pruning, which premiered on April 23, 2026.
What TV shows has Riley Keough appeared in?
On television, Riley Keough has appeared in Riverdale, The Terminal List, The Girlfriend Experience, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Does Riley Keough have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Riley Keough's upcoming work includes: Butterfly Jam (2026).
Riley Keough
1989-05-29 · Santa Monica, California, USA
Danielle Riley Keough (/ˈkiːoʊ/ KEE-oh; born May 29, 1989) is an American actress and the eldest grandchild of Elvis Presley. She made her feature film debut in a supporting part in the musical biopic The Runaways (2010), portraying Marie Currie. Keough subsequently starred in the independent thriller The Good Doctor (2011) before being cast in a minor role in Steven Soderbergh's comedy film Magic Mike (2012). She appeared in her first big-budget release in the action feature Mad Max: Fury Road (2015).
In 2016, Keough had her breakthrough role as an escort in the first season of the anthology series The Girlfriend Experience, earning a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress. Her performance as a wayward young woman in the drama American Honey (2016) earned her further acclaim, including an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Supporting Female.
Keough went on to star in the horror film It Comes at Night (2017) and in Soderbergh's heist film Logan Lucky (2017); she then appeared in the horror films The House That Jack Built (2018) and The Lodge (2019). Following a leading role in the comedy-drama Zola (2020), Keough starred in the Amazon Prime Video thriller series The Terminal List (2022) and the drama miniseries Daisy Jones & the Six (2023). The latter earned her nominations for another Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award.
Keough is a co-founder of the production company Felix Culpa. She has co-directed the drama War Pony (2022), which won the Caméra d'Or. She became the sole owner of Elvis Presley's estate, Graceland, following her mother, Lisa Marie Presley's death in 2023.Riley Keough, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.