Take a Look at the First Roles of These 17 Actors Who Have Since Become Famous and Successful
Many actors start working at a young age and literally grow up on film sets. Of course, sometimes their first on-screen appearance is a tiny role that not every fan will remember. Still, it’s interesting to see stars at the beginning of their journey to success.
Anya Taylor-Joy — Atlantis, 2013-2015
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Aidan Gallagher — Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn, 2014-2018
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Jenna Ortega — CSI: NY, 2004-2013
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AnnaSophia Robb — Drake & Josh, 2004-2007
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Cameron Monaghan — Malcolm in the Middle, 2000-2006
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Olivia Cooke — The Secret of Crickley Hall, 2012
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Margaret Qualley — Palo Alto, 2013
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Nicola Peltz — Deck the Halls, 2006
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Zoey Deutch — The Suite Life on Deck, 2008-2011
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Timothée Chalamet — Sweet Tooth, 2008
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Danielle Campbell — The Poker House, 2008
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Florence Pugh — The Falling, 2014
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Sydney Sweeney — Criminal Minds, 2005-present
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Mackenzie Foy — Til Death, 2006-2010
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Kaya Scodelario — Skins, 2007-2013
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Logan Lerman — The Patriot, 2000
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Emma Roberts — Blow, 2001
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Preview photo credit Atlantis / Urban Myth Films and co-producers, Marechal Aurore / ABACA / Abaca / East News
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