Sophia Lillis facts for kids
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Sophia Lillis
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Lillis at the premiere of Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase in 2019
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| Born | February 13, 2002 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2013–present |
Sophia Lillis (born February 13, 2002) is a talented American actress. She became well-known for playing Beverly Marsh in the horror films It (2017) and It: Chapter Two (2019). Sophia also starred as a teenager with special powers in the Netflix show I Am Not Okay With This (2020).
She has also appeared in the HBO miniseries Sharp Objects (2018). More recently, she was in the movie Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023).
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Early Life
Sophia Lillis was born on February 13, 2002. She has a fraternal twin brother named Jake.
Acting Career
Starting Out
Sophia Lillis began her acting journey in 2012. She appeared as herself in an episode of The Real Housewives of New York City.
Her first movie role was in the 2016 film 37. Before that, she had a small part in a stage play. It was William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. This play was also filmed for people to watch.
Becoming Famous
In 2017, Sophia became very famous. She co-starred as Beverly Marsh in the horror film It. This movie was based on a book by Stephen King. Andy Muschietti directed the film. Other stars included Jaeden Martell and Finn Wolfhard.
Later that year, Sophia appeared in a music video. She played one of the children in Sia's song "Santa's Coming for Us".
In 2018, Sophia was in the HBO TV show Sharp Objects. She played a younger version of the character Camille Preaker. In 2019, Sophia starred as the detective Nancy Drew. This was in the Warner Bros. movie Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase. People praised her acting in the film. She also played Beverly Marsh again in It: Chapter Two in 2019.
In 2020, Sophia played Gretel in Gretel & Hansel. This movie was a new version of the classic fairy tale. The film earned $22 million worldwide. Critics generally liked the movie, especially the acting. The next month, Sophia took the lead role in the Netflix series I Am Not Okay with This. In November, she appeared with Paul Bettany in Uncle Frank. This independent film premiered on Amazon Prime.
In October 2022, Sophia performed in a play. It was called Heroes of the Fourth Turning. This play was at Studio Theatre in Washington, DC.
Sophia was in the 2023 movie Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. She also played Maggie in the film The Adults. Sophia was part of a big cast in the 2023 Wes Anderson film Asteroid City. This cast included Scarlett Johansson and Tom Hanks.
In July 2024, she was cast in the Peacock TV series All Her Fault.
Future Projects
Sophia is set to star with Dave Bautista in an action film. It is titled Trap House.
At The Game Awards 2023, a trailer was shown for a new horror game. It is called OD. Sophia Lillis is starring in this game.
Film and Television Roles
Sophia Lillis has appeared in many films and TV shows. Here are some of her notable roles:
- 2016: 37 as Debbie Bernstein
- 2017: It as Beverly "Bev" Marsh
- 2018: Sharp Objects (TV miniseries) as Young Camille Preaker
- 2019: Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase as Nancy Drew
- 2019: It Chapter Two as Young Beverly "Bev" Marsh
- 2020: Uncle Frank as Elizabeth "Beth" Bledsoe
- 2020: Gretel & Hansel as Gretel
- 2020: I Am Not Okay with This (TV series) as Sydney Novak
- 2023: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves as Doric
- 2023: The Adults as Maggie
- 2023: Asteroid City as Shelly Borden
- 2025: Trap House (upcoming film)
- 2025: The Chair Company (upcoming TV series) as Natalie Trosper
- Upcoming: All Her Fault (TV series) as Carrie
- Upcoming: OD (video game)
Awards and Nominations
Sophia Lillis has been recognized for her acting. She has received several awards and nominations.
- 2017: New Mexico Film Critics - Won Best Young Actor/Actress for It
- 2017: San Diego Film Critics Society - Nominated for Breakthrough Artist for It
- 2017: Seattle Film Critics Society - Nominated for Best Youth Performance for It
- 2017: Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association - Nominated for Best Youth Performance for It
- 2018: Saturn Awards - Nominated for Best Performance by a Younger Actor for It
- 2020: Music City Film Critics Association - Nominated for Best Young Actress for It Chapter Two
See also
In Spanish: Sophia Lillis para niños
