Eliza Jane Scanlen

Biography:

Eliza Scanlen is a talented Australian actress who has gradually established herself as a promising performer in international cinema through her natural acting abilities, expressive performances and dedication to meaningful storytelling. Born on January 6, 1999, in Sydney, Australia, she developed an interest in creative arts at a young age and explored music and acting during her childhood. She began her professional journey through Australian television, gaining early recognition for her portrayal of Tabitha Ford in the popular series Home and Away.

Eliza received widespread international attention for her impressive performance as Amma Crellin in the psychological thriller miniseries Sharp Objects (2018), where she demonstrated her ability to portray complex and emotionally challenging characters. Her feature film debut came with Babyteeth (2019), in which she played Milla Finlay, a young girl experiencing love and difficult family circumstances. Her performance earned critical appreciation and the prestigious AACTA Award for Best Lead Actress. In the same year, she portrayed Beth March in Greta Gerwig’s Little Women, bringing warmth, kindness and emotional depth to the beloved character. She later appeared in projects such as The Devil All the Time, Old, The Starling Girl and Caddo Lake.

Apart from acting, Eliza has explored directing and screenwriting, demonstrating her interest in different aspects of filmmaking. With her thoughtful performances, artistic curiosity and growing international recognition, she continues to build an interesting career in film, television and theatre.