Actor

Margaret Qualley: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films: 28
on screen: 2015–2026
box office: $177M
nominations: 3
average score: 59

Born: October 23, 1994 (age 31)
Birthplace: Kalispell, Montana, U.S.
Full name: Sarah Margaret Qualley
Citizenship: United States
Occupations: Actress, Dancer, Model
Years active: 2011-present
Spouses: Jack Antonoff

Known for

The Best Margaret Qualley Movies

The highest-rated films Margaret Qualley is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The Substance (2024) scores highest, at 86. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

Margaret Qualley's Career in Numbers

Margaret Qualley's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Margaret Qualley works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from L’Américaine (2015) to How to Make a Killing (2026), and the 2020s were the busiest decade.

Margaret Qualley Movies by Decade

2010s 13
2020s 15

The 2020s were Margaret Qualley's busiest decade, with 15 films.

Margaret Qualley Movies by Genre

Drama 10
Comedy 6
Action 3
Romance 3
Biography 2
Music 1
Thriller 1
Adventure 1

Drama is the genre Margaret Qualley has worked in most, with 10 films, ahead of comedy (6).

Margaret Qualley Career Milestones

First film: L’Américaine 2015
Biggest box office hit: The Substance $77.3M worldwide
Best-rated film: The Substance Movie Echo Score 86
Newest film: How to Make a Killing 2026

28 credits

Margaret Qualley Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Margaret Qualley is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 59. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

3 nominations

Margaret Qualley: Awards & Nominations

3 nominations across 3 award bodies, from 2020 to 2025. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.

All movie awards

Golden Globes 1 nomination
Critics' Choice 1 nomination
Actor Awards (SAG) 1 nomination

82nd Golden Globe Awards
- Margaret Qualley: Nominated Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture (Supporting Actress) The Substance
30th Critics' Choice Awards
- Margaret Qualley: Nominated Best Supporting Actress The Substance
26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
- Margaret Qualley: Nominated Outstanding Cast Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood

Biography

Who Is Margaret Qualley?

Margaret Qualley was born in Kalispell, Montana, U.S. in 1994 and is 31 years old. Credited on films since 2015, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Sarah Margaret Qualley, widely known as Margaret Qualley, is a highly acclaimed American actress and dancer. Born on October 23, 1994, she carries on the legacy of her mother, renowned actress Andie MacDowell. Qualley has earned numerous accolades throughout her career, encompassing nominations for two Primetime Emmys, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, two Critics' Choice Awards, and a prestigious Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film.

She started as a ballet dancer and made her acting debut in the 2013 drama film Palo Alto. Following her debut, she received widespread recognition for her supporting role in the HBO drama series The Leftovers (2014–2017). Qualley later exhibited her talents in notable films such as The Nice Guys (2016), Death Note (2017), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), in addition to her performance in the video game Death Stranding (2019). She also garnered critical applause and nominations for her performances in the FX biographical miniseries Fosse/Verdon (2019) and the Netflix drama miniseries Maid (2021).

Beyond her acting career, Qualley has also been featured as a model. She started her modeling career at the age of 16, walking for Alberta Ferretti during New York Fashion Week in 2011. She later modeled for brands like Valentino and Chanel during Paris Fashion Week. She has appeared in campaigns for Kenzo, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, and Celine. Qualley also has the honor of being a house ambassador for Chanel.

Works with

Who Margaret Qualley Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Margaret Qualley shares the most films with. Bill Camp comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Nick Robinson (3).

FAQ

Margaret Qualley: Questions & Answers

How many movies Margaret Qualley has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Margaret Qualley been in?

Margaret Qualley is credited on 28 films, from 2015 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Margaret Qualley's highest-grossing movie?

The Substance (2024) is Margaret Qualley's biggest box office hit, with $77.3M worldwide, ahead of The Dog Stars (2026) ($38.9M). Across every film with box office figures, Margaret Qualley's movies have made $177M.

Margaret Qualley's biggest hits

What is the best Margaret Qualley movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Margaret Qualley's best-rated film is The Substance (2024) with a score of 86, followed by Novitiate (2017) (78).

Best Margaret Qualley movies, ranked

Has Margaret Qualley won an Oscar?

Margaret Qualley has not been nominated for an Oscar. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Margaret Qualley has 0 wins from 3 nominations.

How old is Margaret Qualley?

Margaret Qualley is 31 years old, born on October 23, 1994 in Kalispell, Montana, U.S..

What is Margaret Qualley's newest movie?

The most recent film on Margaret Qualley's filmography is The Dog Stars (2026), in the role of Cima.

Who does Margaret Qualley work with most often?

Margaret Qualley shares the most films with Bill Camp (4 films), Nick Robinson (3 films) and Ethan Coen (3 films).

The Best Margaret Qualley Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 28 credits.

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