Emily Blunt

Last updated on the 19 April 2025 by Evandrus

Mini Biography

Born 23 February, 1983, London, England.

Emily Blunt, born Emily Olivia Laura Blunt, grew up in a family of four children, with her mother, Joanna, a former actress and teacher, and her father, Oliver, a barrister. During her childhood, Blunt struggled with stuttering, a challenge she overcame through acting, which allowed her to express herself fluently. Encouraged by a teacher, she pursued drama, eventually attending Hurtwood House, a private sixth-form college known for its performing arts program.

Blunt stepped into the spotlight in 2001 with her professional stage debut in The Royal Family, where she shared the stage with the legendary Dame Judi Dench.

Her early television roles included portraying Catherine Howard in Henry VIII (2003) and starring in Gideon’s Daughter (2006), which earned her a Golden Globe Award. Her breakthrough came in 2006 with The Devil Wears Prada, where she played the sharp-tongued assistant Emily Charlton, opposite Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. She continued to build her career with notable performances in The Young Victoria (2009), Edge of Tomorrow (2014), Sicario (2015), The Girl on the Train (2016), and A Quiet Place (2018), directed by her husband, John Krasinski. Her portrayal of Katherine Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer (2023) earned her an Academy Award nomination.

Emily Blunt married John Krasinski in 2010, and they have two daughters. She holds dual citizenship in the UK and the US and actively supports the American Institute for Stuttering, helping children overcome speech difficulties. Her career continues to flourish, solidifying her as one of Hollywood’s most respected actresses.

Suggested viewing

My Summer of Love (2005)

Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 6.7

In a rural English summer, two young women from contrasting backgrounds find solace in each other’s company. Working-class Mona grapples with her reborn-Christian brother, while Tamsin, from a privileged family, escapes a lonely home life. As their friendship deepens, they embark on adventures and share secrets, ultimately facing choices that impact their newfound bond.

Top cast: Natalie Press, Emily Blunt, Paddy Considine, Dean Andrews, Michelle Byrne, Paul Antony-Barber, Lynette Edwards, Kathryn Sumner.

The English (2022)

Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 7.9

A grief-stricken Englishwoman travels to the unforgiving American West seeking vengeance for her son’s death. Forced to journey through a land fraught with danger, she forms an unlikely alliance with a Pawnee ex-cavalry scout, their paths intertwining as they confront a shared past and fight for survival in a brutal landscape.

Top cast: Emily Blunt, Chaske Spencer, Tom Hughes, Steve Wall, Stephen Rea, Miguel Álvarez, Nicholas Aaron, Valerie Pachner, Malcolm Story.

The Young Victoria (2009)

Bftv 8.0 / IMDb 7.2

A sheltered princess ascends the throne at a young age, traversing the treacherous world of court politics and vying for respect from advisors. While facing assassination attempts and political manoeuvres, she finds love with a charming prince, their bond offering her both personal and political support as she learns to balance the weight of the crown with the desires of her heart.

Top cast: Emily Blunt, Rupert Friend, Paul Bettany, Miranda Richardson, Jim Broadbent, Thomas Kretschmann, Mark Strong, Jesper Christensen, Harriet Walter.

Related to

Mary Poppins Returns (2018)

Bftv 8.0 / IMDb 6.7

In Depression-era London, a grown-up Michael Banks and his children face financial hardship. Their magical nanny Mary Poppins reappears, whisking them on fantastical adventures and reminding them of the wonder and joy hidden in difficult times. Together, they rediscover the power of family, hope and a bit of chimney sweep soot.

Top cast: Emily Blunt, Ben Whishaw, Emily Mortimer, Pixie Davies, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Julie Walters, Meryl Streep, Colin Firth, Angela Lansbury.

Prequel

Gideon’s Daughter (2005)

Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.0

A successful, yet emotionally distant man grapples with the breakdown of his relationship with his daughter, who resents his past infidelities. As he navigates his demanding career he encounters a woman also struggling with loss. Through their interactions, he confronts his own shortcomings, seeking to reconnect with his daughter and embrace a more meaningful life.

Top cast: Bill Nighy, Miranda Richardson, Emily Blunt, Robert Lindsay, Ronni Ancona, Tom Hardy, Tom Goodman-Hill, Joanna Page.

Oppenheimer (2023)

Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.5

A brilliant scientist, conflicted by his ambition and moral qualms, leads the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. Witnessing the devastating power he unleashed, he grapples with its legacy and faces accusations of communist ties, his personal struggles mirroring the complex ethical and political questions surrounding the bomb’s creation.

Top cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Benny Sadie, Michael Angarano, Josh Hartnett, Rami Malek, Gary Oldman.

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