Will Poulter (born January 28, 1993, in Hammersmith, London, England) is an English actor. He attended Harrodian School and began acting as a teenager, gaining early recognition through comedy projects and television appearances before steadily expanding into film, where he developed a reputation for versatility across genres.
He gained recognition with Son of Rambow and We’re the Millers, later earning critical acclaim for The Revenant, Detroit, and Dopesick, winning an Emmy Award. Known for emotionally committed and adaptable performances, he transitioned from comedic roles into a respected actor in both dramatic and mainstream productions.
He has since starred in major projects like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and The Bear, while continuing to balance blockbuster films with character-driven work. With growing critical recognition and a diverse filmography, he remains a prominent figure shaping contemporary cinema and television storytelling.