16 Actors Who Were Very Different in Age From Their Characters but Performed Brilliantly Anyway

Even though there is hardly a lack of actors who want to play a certain role in a movie or series, it often happens that some characters are portrayed by the actors who are much older or younger than them. It might seem weird at first glance, but with the right costumes and makeup, along with acting talent, these actors are able to transform seamlessly into their character despite the big age gap.

Helena Bonham Carter — The Crown

Stanley Tucci — Feud

Nicola Coughlan — Derry Girls

Gary Oldman — Mank

Elle Fanning — Ginger and Rosa

Andre Braugher — Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Emerald Fennell — The Crown

Susan Sarandon — Feud

Ben Platt — Dear Evan Hansen

Storm Reid — Euphoria

Tuppence Middleton — Mank

Arden Cho — Teen Wolf

Jessica Lange — Feud

Adam Driver — Ferrari

Tanya Reynolds — Sex Education

Alexa Demie — Euphoria

Do you think these actors were convincing in these roles despite the big age difference with their characters?