Holliday Grainger

Holliday Grainger

37 · Born: Mar 27, 1988

Personal Details

BornMar 27, 1988 Didsbury, Manchester, England, UK
Parents
  • Gian Grainger

Biography

Holliday Clark Grainger, professionally known as Holly Grainger, is a talented and accomplished English actress who has made a significant impact in the screen and stage industries. With a diverse range of roles under her belt, she has consistently demonstrated her versatility and range as a performer.

One of her earliest and most notable roles was Kate Beckett in the BAFTA award-winning children's series "Roger and the Rottentrolls" in 1996. This early success laid the foundation for her future endeavors in the entertainment industry.

Grainger's subsequent roles have been equally impressive, including her portrayal of Lucrezia Borgia in the Showtime series "The Borgias" in 2011. This critically acclaimed series showcased her ability to bring complex characters to life with depth and nuance.

In recent years, Grainger has continued to impress audiences with her performances in various roles. One of her most notable recent roles is Robin Ellacott in the BBC One crime drama "C.B. Strike" in 2017. Her portrayal of this complex and multifaceted character has garnered widespread acclaim.

Additionally, Grainger has also made a significant impact in the world of film. Her role as Estella in Mike Newell's adaptation of "Great Expectations" in 2012 was a standout performance that showcased her range and emotional depth.

Most recently, Grainger has taken on the role of DI Rachel Carey in the BBC One crime drama "The Capture" in 2019. Her performance in this critically acclaimed series has cemented her status as one of the most talented and versatile actresses of her generation.

Career

2025
Mickey 17
Mickey 17 as Red Hair
2019
Animals
Animals as Laura
The Capture
The Capture as DI Rachel Carey
2018
Tell It to the Bees
Tell It to the Bees as Lydia Weekes
Patrick Melrose
Patrick Melrose as Bridget Watson-Scott
2017
C.B. Strike
C.B. Strike as Robin Ellacott
2016
The Finest Hours
The Finest Hours as Miriam Webber
2015
Lady Chatterley's Lover
Lady Chatterley's Lover as Lady Constance Chatterley
Cinderella
Cinderella as Anastasia Tremaine
2014
2013
Bonnie & Clyde
Bonnie & Clyde as Bonnie Parker
2012
Bel Ami
Bel Ami as Suzanne Rousset
Great Expectations
Great Expectations as Estella Havisham
Anna Karenina
Anna Karenina as Baroness
2011
Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre as Diana Rivers
The Borgias
The Borgias as Lucrezia Borgia
Colette
Colette as Colette
Any Human Heart
Any Human Heart as Tess Scabius
Five Daughters
Five Daughters as Alice Clennell
Above Suspicion
Above Suspicion as Sharon Bilkin
2009
Awaydays
Awaydays as Molly
Demons
Demons as Ruby
2008
M.I.High
M.I.High as Leah Retsam
2007
2006
Johnny and the Bomb
Johnny and the Bomb as Rose Bushell
2005
Magnificent 7
Magnificent 7 as Louise Jackson
2004
No Angels
No Angels as Simone
2002
Sparkhouse
Sparkhouse as Older Lisa Bolton
1997
Where the Heart Is
Where the Heart Is as Megan Boothe