The Brits didn’t invent acting but at this point they have basically managed to trademark it. Seriously: close your eyes and imagine an actor. Not a specific movie star, but an archetype. Imagine them reciting an intense, dramatic monologue. Do they have an accent? We’re going to bet they do. And even if they don’t, well, that imaginary actor better have a good one in their back pocket, because any performer worth their SAG card is likely going to be called to do one at some point in their careers. The actors on this list, though, don’t have to worry – they were born with it. Here are our picks for the greatest British acting talent of all-time, from Judi Dench to Jack O’Connell, with everyone from Dudley Moore to Keira Knightley in between.
RECOMMENDED:
🇬🇧 The 100 best British films
😂 The 100 best comedy movies
💥 The 101 best action movies
❤️ The 100 best romantic movies
👨👩👦 The 50 best family movies