Alex Lawther
ActingAbout Alex Lawther
Alexander Jonathan Lawthe (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).
Alex Lawther Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alex Lawther reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alex Lawther's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Alex Lawther'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 Alex's Dream, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alex Lawther Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alex Lawther's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alex Lawther has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | A Second Life | Elijah | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Velveteen Rabbit | Velveteen Rabbit (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Lost Patient | Bastien | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look | Karis Nemik (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Earwig | Laurence | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun | Morisot | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Last Duel | King Charles VI | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Miss Fortunate | Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Grand amour | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Spark | Theo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Translators | Alex Goodman | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Alex's Dream | Alex Morin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Old Boys | Amberson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ghost Stories | Simon Rifkind | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Freak Show | Billy Bloom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Goodbye Christopher Robin | Christopher Robin Milne (Teen) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Carnage: Swallowing the Past | Volunteer: Joey | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Narrated By | Sam Sipowitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Departure | Elliot | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Yussef is Complicated | Rory | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Imitation Game | Young Alan Turing | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | X+Y | Isaac Cooper | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict | Benjamin Britten | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Fear | The Boy | Flop | Similar → |
Alex Lawther - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alex Lawther?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alex Lawther is "Alex's Dream" with a rating of 8.3/10.
How many movies has Alex Lawther acted in?
Alex Lawther has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alex Lawther?
Other notable films include "The Imitation Game", "Yussef is Complicated", and "Spark".