Best Lily-Rose Depp Roles, Ranked

Summary

• Lily-Rose Depp shines in Nosferatu as Ellen, delivering a career-best performance.
• Depp excels in varied roles, from a drug addict in Crisis to a dancer in The Dancer.
• Depp’s versatility is evident in films like Silent Night and The King, showcasing her range.

Nosferatu rocked audiences after its Christmas release in theaters, providing a stunning and shocking story filled with spectacular visuals and an ominous vibe. The Robert Eggers-directed movie features an eclectic cast starring many notable names. However, Nosferatu’s lead happens to be relative newcomer Lily-Rose Depp.

Carrying much of the horror flick, Depp plays the role of Ellen Hutter, a newlywed who gains the attention of the famed Count Orlok, the vicious and haunting vampire. Despite being a fresh face in major Hollywood movies, Depp has several roles that have put the actress on the map so far in her career, establishing her as a star in the making.

7

Emmie Kelly – Crisis (2021)

A Troubled Drug Addict That Is The Sister Of Protagonist

Examining drug trafficking and crime-ridden factions is Crisis, a highly dramatized movie that includes Depp as a downtrodden teenager struggling with a crippling addiction. In the dark story, a variety of perspectives are told associated with the drug trade, specifically the opioid epidemic.

As the brother of protagonist Jake Kelly, Depp’s Emmie Kelly is a lost and confused young addict who has given Jake motivation for his actions. Depp’s desperation and emotional portrayal of a drug addict conveys a lot of sadness and tragedy to audiences, even in such a small role.

6

Sophie – Silent Night (2021)

Young, Confused Pregnant Wife

In a predominantly British cast, Depp thrives in a challenging and emotional role as she plays a young wife in Silent Night. In this complex story, a group of friends hosts a party before an apocalyptic event wipes out the planet. The group has to deal with emotional relationships, tense standoffs, and the frightening possibility of death.

As the young wife of James, Depp’s Sophie is afflicted by anguish due to her pregnancy. The character becomes vulnerable and undermined in her relationship as the night goes on, as Depp’s conflict makes her character resonate with audiences.

5

Eve – A Faithful Man (2018)

Love Affair That Sees Depp Act On Her Desires

The French romance A Faithful Man proved an excellent showcase for Depp, as her character Eve participates in a complicated love triangle with the protagonist Abel and his former lover Marianne. Having admired Abel since a young age, Depp’s Eve is adamant about her love for him, even acting aggressively in her pursuit as she declares war on Marianne, the other woman in Abel’s life.

While the war for Abel’s affection takes center stage, Depp particularly shines as a determined and headstrong individual. However, Depp even partakes in the comedic aspects of A Faithful Man, showing her varied talents.

4

Sela – Voyagers (2021)

Follows A Group Of Emotional Subdued Teenagers

The sci-fi movie Voyagers largely flew under the radar for many, particularly due to its lack of star power outside of Colin Farrell. However, the teenage-centered film features Depp as a significant presence in the narrative, showing her abilities as an emerging actress. Following a group of adolescents aboard a spaceship who have their emotions subdued, the crew slowly stops taking the drugs that enhance the change, causing chaos and a mutiny among its members.

While Depp’s Sela is smart and sensible, the character endures torrid abuse from some of her fellow crewmates. Depp’s monotone and unemotional performance perfectly fit the narrative.

3

Catherine of Valois – The King (2019)

Blunt Bride-To-Be

On Depp’s rise to stardom, the actress excelled in her supporting role as Princess Catherine in The King, playing the eventual love interest of King Hal, portrayed by Timothee Chalamet. As the daughter of King Charles, Hal’s enemy, Catherine eventually becomes betrothed to the King of England.

However, despite her sweet and kind appearance, Depp’s Catherine is blunt and straight-talking even towards a man of Hal’s stature, declaring the French invasion as being misguided. Despite getting off on the wrong foot, the royal couple begin to see eye to eye, with Depp holding her own with an acclaimed actor like Chalamet.

2

Isadora Duncan – The Dancer (2016)

French Film That Sees Depp Thrive As A Dancer

In another of Depp’s French movies, the actress portrays the glamorous role of Isadora Duncan, the famed dancer who took Europe by storm. In a starring role as a teenager, Depp portrays the protégé of Loïe Fuller, an acclaimed dancer whose grand career is explored, with her revolutionary Serpentine Dance being constantly fawned over.

Exploring Fuller and Isadora’s relationship and their eventual rivalry, Depp blossoms, excelling as an ethereal and elegant dancer who takes the limelight not only from the events in the story but also from the film.

1

Ellen Hutter – Nosferatu (2024)

A Sweet Wife That Deals With A Dark Connection With A Vampire

The supernatural vampire flick Nosferatu has sent shockwaves through pop culture and the entertainment industry, bringing renewed hope for horror fans as Eggers delivers a thrilling world that centers on the iconic vampire Count Orlok.

Nosferatu focuses on its protagonist, Ellen, and her dark connection to the mythical vampire of the night. Depp has given a career-best performance, offering a commanding portrayal of a woman who finds herself becoming enamored by such a dark entity. Surrounded by a strong ensemble, Depp stands tall amidst the chaos and turbulence her character endures in the twisted and gothic story that has lit up theaters and the hearts of cinephiles.