Freddie Highmore - Actor Profile

Freddie Highmore

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
28Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 14, 1992
Birth Place: London, England, UK

About Freddie Highmore

Alfred Thomas Highmore (born February 14, 1992) is an English actor. He is known for his starring roles beginning as a child, in the films Finding Neverland (2004), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), August Rush (2007), and The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008). He won two consecutive Critics' Choice Movie Awards for Best Young Performer. Highmore starred as Norman Bates in the drama-thriller series Bates Motel (2013–2017), for which he was nominated three times for the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series and won a People's Choice Award. In 2017, Highmore began producing and starring as Dr. Shaun Murphy in the ABC drama series The Good Doctor, for which he was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.

Freddie Highmore Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Freddie Highmore reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 46% of Freddie Highmore'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 Happy Birthday Shakespeare, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Freddie Highmore Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Freddie Highmore's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Freddie Highmore has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 The Canterville Ghost Henry Duke of Cheshire (voice) Hit Similar →
2021 The Vault Thom Hit Similar →
2020 Dragon Rider Ben (voice) Hit Similar →
2017 Almost Friends Charlie Brenner Average Similar →
2017 Tour de Pharmacy Young Adrian Baton Hit Similar →
2017 The Journey Jack Average Similar →
2013 Justin and the Knights of Valour Justin (voice) Average Similar →
2011 The Art of Getting By George Zinavoy Hit Similar →
2010 Toast Nigel Slater Hit Similar →
2010 Arthur and the Great Adventure Arthur Montgomery Flop Similar →
2010 Arthur 3: The War of the Two Worlds Arthur Montgomery Average Similar →
2010 Master Harold... and the Boys Hally Ballard Flop Similar →
2010 Astro Boy vs The Junkyard Pirates Astro Boy (voice) Average Similar →
2009 Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard Arthur Montgomery Average Similar →
2009 Astro Boy Astro / Toby (voice) Average Similar →
2008 The Spiderwick Chronicles Jared Grace / Simon Grace Hit Similar →
2007 The Golden Compass Pantalaimon (voice) Average Similar →
2007 August Rush August Rush Hit Similar →
2006 Arthur and the Invisibles Arthur Montgomery Average Similar →
2006 A Good Year Young Max Skinner Hit Similar →
2005 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Charlie Bucket Hit Similar →
2004 Finding Neverland Peter Llewelyn Davies Hit Similar →
2004 Five Children and It Robert Average Similar →
2004 Two Brothers Raoul Normandin Hit Similar →
2001 Women Talking Dirty Sam Flop Similar →
2000 Happy Birthday Shakespeare Steven Green Super Hit Similar →
N/A Sinner v. Saints - Flop Similar →
N/A Life On Other Planets - Flop Similar →

Freddie Highmore - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Freddie Highmore?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Freddie Highmore is "Happy Birthday Shakespeare" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Freddie Highmore acted in?

Freddie Highmore has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Freddie Highmore?

Other notable films include "August Rush", "Finding Neverland", and "Two Brothers".

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