Asa Butterfield

About

Asa Butterfield, whose full name is Asa Maxwell Thornton Farr Butterfield, is a British actor born on April 1, 1997, in Islington, London. He kicked off his acting career at a young age and gained recognition for his performance in "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas" in 2008. Butterfield's notable performances also include his roles in "Hugo" in 2011, and "Ender's Game" in 2013. He has also gained popularity in the Netflix series "Sex Education" where he plays the lead role as Otis Milburn since its premier in 2019. Asa is well known for his blue eyes and his ability to embrace complex roles.

Associated With

Asa Butterfield, a British actor, has professionally collaborated with numerous prominent figures in the film industry. He notably worked with esteemed director Martin Scorsese in the movie "Hugo". For the Ender's Game, Butterfield shared the screen with highly regarded actors like Harrison Ford and Hailee Steinfeld. His performance in "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas" allowed him to work alongside Vera Farmiga and David Thewlis. He stars in "Sex Education" alongside Gillian Anderson on Netflix. Regarding his personal life, Butterfield has generally kept his relationships private, but it is known he dated his "Sex Education" co-star Emma Mackey for some time. The actor's long-standing career in the industry has seen him linked with many notable projects and peers.

Career Highlights

• 2008: Asa Butterfield made his debut in the drama film "Son of Rambow".
• 2008: He also appeared in the television series "Ashes to Ashes" this year.
• 2010: His big break came with the role of Bruno in the Holocaust film "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" in 2010, for which he received a British Independent Film Award nomination for Best Young Performer.
• 2011: Asa achieved further recognition for his role as Hugo Cabret in Martin Scorsese's adventure drama film "Hugo" in 2011, where he earned himself a nomination at the Critics' Choice Movie Awards for Best Young Performer.
• 2013: He starred in "Ender's Game", a big-budget film based on the popular sci-fi novel, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
• 2015: Butterfield was in the lead role of the drama film "Ten Thousand Saints" and for this role, he was nominated for Best Actor at the Chlotrudis Awards.
• 2016: He played the lead role in "The Space Between Us" and "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children".
• 2017: Asa starred in the Netflix film "The House of Tomorrow", portraying the character of Sebastian Prendergast.
• 2018: He got the lead role in the Netflix series "Sex Education" where he played as Otis Milburn and received critical acclaim for his performance.
• 2020: Butterfield's performance in "Sex Education" won him a Satellite Award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Series in 2020.
• 2021: He continues to play Otis in the third season of "Sex Education". He is also slated to star in the thriller "College Republicans".

Notable Awards

• As of my knowledge up until 2021, Asa Butterfield hasn't won any notable awards. However, he has been nominated for several, including a Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer for his role in "Hugo" and a British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer for his role in "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas".

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Asa Butterfield Movie/TV Show?

One of the most popular movies of Asa Butterfield is "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" (2008), where he played the lead role of Bruno, a young boy during the Holocaust. Despite his brilliant performances in other films like "Hugo" and "Ender's Game", this film has a particular cultural significance. On the other hand, in terms of TV shows, Asa Butterfield is most known for his role in Netflix's "Sex Education" as Otis Milburn. The show has been highly praised and has gained a lot of popularity for its candid take on teenage sexuality and its masterful blend of humor and emotional depth.

How Did Asa Butterfield Get Famous?

Asa Butterfield, an English actor, gained fame through his critically acclaimed performances in both film and TV. He made his acting debut on television at the age of 9, but his breakthrough came in 2008 when he played the lead role in the Holocaust film "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." The role elevated his profile, earning him widespread recognition and critical praise, including a nomination for a British Independent Film Award. He further gained international fame for his starring roles in "Ender's Game" and "Hugo." His career subsequently expanded with leading roles in TV shows such as Netflix's "Sex Education," further solidifying his fame.