Happy Birthday to the supremely talented and winsome Florence Pugh, who seems destined to win an Oscar soon! Born on January 3, 1996, in Oxford, England, the British actress is regarded as one of the finest talents of her generation. Known for her versatility and exceptional range, Pugh has consistently impressed critics and audiences alike - an incredible feat for someone not yet 30. From stealing scenes in Marvel films to delivering gripping performances in indie dramas, Florence Pugh is a true tour de force. ‘Thunderbolts’: Did Teaser Trailer Finally Answer Who Bought Tony Stark’s Avengers Tower? Here’s What We Know!
Florence Pugh made her acting debut in the 2014 British film Falling Down, starring opposite Game of Thrones breakout star Maisie Williams. While her performance in the film garnered attention, her true breakthrough came with the 2016 indie drama Lady Macbeth. In this critically acclaimed role, Pugh played a woman trapped in a loveless marriage, whose illicit affair with a workman spirals into dark and murderous territory. Her evocative and fearless performance established her as a rising star.
From there, Pugh continued to shine, delivering standout performances in films such as Outlaw King, Fighting with My Family (where she portrayed WWE star Paige), Midsommar, Little Women, Don’t Worry Darling, Oppenheimer, and most recently, We Live in Time. She’s equally at home in big-budget blockbusters, with roles in Black Widow, Dune: Part Two, and the upcoming Thunderbolts.
On Florence Pugh’s 29th birthday, we celebrate her career by spotlighting five of her highest-rated films on IMDb - live-action and animated - ranked by score (in descending order) and where you can stream them online.
5. The Boy and the Heron (IMDb Rating: 7.4)

Where to Watch Online: Max (USA), Netflix (India)
Florence Pugh lent her voice to the English-language version of Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning Studio Ghibli film. She played the role of the maid who transforms into a formidable fighter in the magical otherworld.