Cailee Spaeny (born July 24, 1998, in Springfield, Missouri, U.S.) is an American actress. She developed an early interest in performance through local theater and music, later moving into film with her debut in Pacific Rim Uprising (2018), which marked her entry into major studio productions.
She gained recognition with Bad Times at the El Royale and Mare of Easttown, later earning critical acclaim for Priscilla, winning the Volpi Cup at the Venice Film Festival. Known for subtle, emotionally grounded performances, she transitioned into a leading presence in character-driven films and prestige projects.
She has since starred in projects like Civil War and Alien: Romulus, expanding into large-scale productions while maintaining strong ties to independent cinema. With rising critical recognition and versatility, she stands as a key talent shaping contemporary film and modern storytelling.