• Ella Purnell made her film debut in the 2010 movie ‘Never Let Me Go’ alongside Carey Mulligan and Keira Knightley.
• She gained international recognition for her role as the young version of Maleficent in Disney’s ‘Maleficent’ (2014).
• In 2020, Ella starred in the Netflix series ‘The Army of the Dead,’ directed by Zack Snyder, showcasing her versatility in the action genre.
• She has a background in theatre, having trained at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA).
• Ella Purnell is also known for her role in the TV series ‘Yellowjackets,’ where she portrays the younger version of Misty Quigley.
• In addition to acting, she has lent her voice to several animated projects, including the character of ‘Sophie’ in the English dub of ‘The Secret of Kells.’
• Ella has worked with notable directors such as Tim Burton in ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’ (2016).
• She was born in London, England, and has a mixed heritage, with a British father and a mother of Spanish descent.
• Ella is also an advocate for environmental issues and has participated in campaigns promoting sustainability.
• In 2023, she starred in the Netflix series ‘The English,’ showcasing her expanding repertoire in complex roles.
