Lily James Takes Hollywood by Storm: A Look at the Versatile Star’s Groundbreaking 2025 Projects
The Rising Star’s Remarkable Journey
Lily James, the English actress who began her career in the British television series Just William (2010) and gained recognition through Downton Abbey, first captured hearts with her breakthrough role as Cinderella in 2015.
Current Projects Making Waves
In her latest venture ‘Swiped’, James takes on the role of Whitney Wolfe Herd, portraying the journey of a recent college graduate who revolutionizes the tech industry with an innovative dating app. The film chronicles Wolfe’s path to becoming the youngest female self-made billionaire.
Another significant project is ‘Relay’, where she stars alongside Riz Ahmed. The film features Ahmed as a professional ‘fixer’ who manages payoffs between corrupt corporations and whistleblowers. James plays a crucial role as a client seeking protection, leading to a story that challenges established rules.
Upcoming Blockbusters
In an exciting development, James has secured a role opposite Chris Hemsworth in ‘Subversion’, an Amazon MGM Studios submarine action film. The story follows a naval commander forced into piloting a submarine with illegal cargo, while James portrays a Coast Guard officer in pursuit.
Adding to her diverse portfolio, James will star with Sebastian Stan in ‘Let the Evil Go West’, a horror thriller about a railroad worker whose fortune brings disturbing visions and possible supernatural consequences.
A Versatile Performer
James’s transformative performance as Pamela Anderson in ‘Pam & Tommy’ earned her Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice nominations. Her upcoming film ‘Swiped’ is set to premiere at the Toronto Film Festival, while ‘Relay’, directed by David Mackenzie, will hit U.S. theaters on August 22.
Despite her rising fame, James maintains a grounded perspective: “I don’t need people to know who I am beyond my work… I think I can’t define myself anymore, or at all, on what other people think I am. That’s reserved for me, my friends and family, and my life that I’m building for myself.”
