Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is the latest installment in the Mad Max franchise, with the movie being a prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road, one of the most revolutionary movies of the last decade. Starring in the lead role of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is promising young actor Anya Taylor-Joy, who plays a young Furiosa based on Charlize Theron's character from Fury Road.

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In the new release, the story focuses on Furiosa and her tumultuous origins as she becomes embroiled in a war out in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Throughout Taylor-Joy's career, the actor has been featured in several Hollywood movies that have elevated her to becoming one of the premiere actors of her generation, with her acting talents shining through in each of her best roles.

9 Illyana Rasputin/Magik - The New Mutants (2020)

Excels As A Russian Superhero Held In A Traumatic Setting

Part of the X-Men franchise, The New Mutants was the final installment of the franchise that would eventually head over to the MCU soon after. In The New Mutants, a group of young mutants are placed in a facility, and their surroundings grow dangerous as each mutant relives their traumatic past.

Taylor-Joy plays Illyana Rasputin, otherwise known as the superhero Magik, with the Russian being a mutant capable of teleportation. As Magik relives the abuse she endured as a child, Taylor-Joy puts on a hard-hearted performance, as her character bottles up emotions from her troubled past.

8 Alia Atreides - Dune: Part Two (2024)

A Mystical But Short Cameo In This Sci-Fi Epic

In the highly-anticipated sequel, Dune: Part Two features an assortment of big-name actors, with many playing a significant role in the sci-fi epic. The movie is a sequel to Dune: Part One, with Paul Atreides seeking revenge on those who destroyed House Atreides, with the character leading the Fremen to war.

Despite only appearing in Dune: Part Two for one scene, Taylor-Joy makes a profound impact on the story as Alia Atreides, the unborn sister of Paul. In her only scene, Taylor-Joy displays a level of mystic calmness, with the character foreseeing her brother's future. There's a good chance Alia will play a bigger role in Dune: Messiah.

7 Sandie - Last Night In Soho (2021)

Showcases Her Versatility In A Thriller That Sees Her Performing A Musical Number

Last Night in Soho is a British horror-thriller that takes place in London, with the story focusing on Eloise, who finds her way to the 1960s where she becomes enamored by Sandie, a singer. Despite the allure of the time period and Sandie, not all is what it seems, as Eloise's situation soon turns ominous.

In the movie, Taylor-Joy plays aspiring singer Sandie, with the actor showing a level of grace and sparkle as her character captures Eloise's attention. Taylor-Joy shows versatility in this role, as she performs music and dance sequences throughout the movie, managing to be elegant and graceful throughout.

6 Olga - The Northman (2022)

A Mature Performance As Slavic Sorcerer Who Uses Strategy To Survive

In The Northman, Taylor-Joy has a prominent role as Olga, a Slavic sorcerer full of intellect and strategy who aids the main character, Amleth, in his quest. After the death of his father and the kidnapping of his mother, the Viking Amleth goes on a violent rampage through Scandinavia to save his family while exacting revenge on his enemies.

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As Olga, Taylor-Joy puts forth a cunning and well-tempered performance, as her character shows courage and brains despite lacking the physical strength of the Norse warriors seen throughout the movie.

5 Princess Peach - The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

Voices The Iconic Princess Peach While Offering A Fresh Take On The Character

In the highly-successful film The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Taylor-Joy stars alongside a star-studded cast in a story that features iconic characters such as Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Bowser. Voicing the iconic character of Peach, Taylor-Joy portrays a modern version of the character. This Peach is very unlike her appearances in the Mario video games, depicted as a strong and fierce leader, the opposite of the damsel in distress that the character was known for.

As the leader of Mushroom Kingdom, Taylor-Joy portrays a confident Princess willing to defend her citizens from the dangers of Bowser. Taylor-Joy's voice acting only adds to the range the actor has showcased throughout her career, adding another dimension to her increasing stock in Hollywood.

4 Margot - The Menu (2022)

Taylor-Joy Continues To Excel Within The Horror Genre In A Bold Performance

The Menu is one of the many horror movies Taylor-Joy has built her budding reputation off of, bringing her a new challenge in this horror-turned-comedy. The Menu follows the young couple Margot and Tyler, who visit a remote island to eat at the esteemed Chef Slowik's restaurant, although not everything is as it seems.

As Margot, Taylor-Joy portrays a brash and no-nonsense character who is not impressed with the glamour of fine dining, despite her partner's obsession. With the film's impressive cast, going toe-to-toe with an actor of the caliber of Ralph Fiennes is no small feat, although Taylor-Joy pulls it off effortlessly in this enthralling film.

3 Thomasin - The VVitch (2016)

The Breakout Role Which Put Taylor-Joy On The Map

In her breakout role, Taylor-Joy starred in The VVitch, an indie horror that was a catalyst for her career. In The VVitch, a banished family begins to witness supernatural events occurring around them that involve witchcraft and the deaths of family members. Taylor-Joy plays the lead character, Thomasin, excelling in her film debut as she depicts a character going through a traumatizing experience.

Taylor-Joy's character starts the movie as the responsible eldest daughter. However, as the narrative progresses, her credibility becomes tarnished among those closest to her due to the influence of witchcraft. As the lead, Taylor-Joy pulls off a Herculean performance in a movie that leans on its characters to build tension and animosity, with Taylor-Joy flourishing in her film debut.

2 Casey Cooke - Split (2017)

A Measured Performance That Allows James McAvoy To Shine

Split was another movie that caused Taylor-Joy's stock to rise, with the actress being the perfect muse for the lead, James McAvoy, to play off of in this psychological thriller. In Split, Casey Cooke and two other girls are kidnapped by a man who has 23 separate personalities, with the girls needing to escape before the man's most dangerous personality arrives.

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Split sees Taylor-Joy undergoing a tumultuous time under the supervision of a dangerous and deluded man, with the actor showing a surprising level of maturity in her performance despite the dangers her character faces, and her own age at the time.

1 Furiosa - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)

Portrays The Origins Of This Iconic Character In A Highly-Anticipated Prequel

In Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Taylor-Joy makes her mark as the lead in a Hollywood blockbuster, showcasing her growth within the industry. Much of the highly anticipated prequel focuses on the origins of Furiosa, an iconic character made famous by Mad Max: Fury Road, where she becomes entangled in a turf war taking place in a barren wasteland.

As Furiosa, Taylor-Joy builds on her predecessor Charlize Theron's performance, offering a fierce display that sees the character involved in several action sequences that present her as a warrior not to be reckoned with. Taylor-Joy shine in this performance, marking the first in what will likely be a long line of blockbuster leading roles in her career.

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