Tamara Smart has quickly become one of the biggest young stars in Hollywood. Her major roles have included Netflix's Resident Evil and Disney+'s Artemis Fowl. She is set to join Percy Jackson and the Olympians as Zeus' daughter, Thalia Grace in season two.
This British actress has excelled in both drama and comedy and she is still only 19.
Fans are excited to see what she will bring to the beloved Percy Jackson universe.
Tamara Smart movies
1. A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting (2020)
In this Netflix original, Tamara Smart stars as Kelly Ferguson, a babysitter who gets inducted into a clandestine order of babysitters who guard the kids from monsters.
The movie is based on a popular trilogy of books. Tamara Smart plays a highly determined teenager Kelly, who goes out to rescue a kidnapped child.
Mixing adventure with supernatural elements, Smart turns in a seasoned performance.
Where to watch: Netflix.
2. Artemis Fowl (2020)
Tamara Smart plays Juliet Butler in the film version of Artemis Fowl. She's the niece of Domovoi Butler, protector of the titular character. Juliet is a skilled martial artist who works to help her uncle safeguard Artemis as he falls into a world of magic and danger. She brought to life the character's headstrong personality and it resonated with the audience.
While the movie was average, Smart's portrayal made her unforgettable in this magical realm.
Where to watch: Disney+.
3. The Kid Who Would Be King (2019)
Tamara Smart plays Kay in The Kid Who Would Be King, a modern retelling of Arthurian legend in which a group of kids sets out to stop an ancient evil. Her character is a member of a school bully group who join forces with the protagonist.
Smart gave Kay a very visible character arc in this sequel from skeptic to warrior. Though it is a small part, Smart ensured her presence sprinkled some heart and humor to the adventure. She got more scope to be playful as well as more action-oriented with the movie.
Where to watch: Available for rental or purchase on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Google Play.
4. Wendell & Wild (2022)
Tamara Smart lends her voice in this animated feature to a supporting character in a darkly comedic tale of two demon brothers who recruit the help of a teenage girl. Smart's voice acting shines through with humor and enthusiasm.
The young star adds weight to the ensemble directed by Henry Selick, marrying moments of horror with comedy.
Where to watch: Netflix.
5. Avengers: Endgame (2019, uncredited)
Tamara Smart can be seen briefly, without any credit mentions in Avengers: Endgame. She appeared as a young girl in the crowd in one of the movie's crucial emotional scenes.
Though Tamara Smart's screen time was minimal, this experience helped her grow as an actress and gave her a taste of being part of major productions.
Where to watch: Disney+.
Tamara Smart TV shows
1. Resident Evil (2022)
In Netflix's version of the video game adaptation, Tamara Smart stars as a young Jade Wesker. The show follows Jade's fight for survival in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Smart plays the character through the teenage years from being vulnerable to gaining strength and resourcefulness. She carried off a darker, more dramatic role with ease.
Where to watch: Netflix.
2. The Worst Witch (2017-2020)
The Worst Witch was among Tamara Smart's first standout roles. She played the adventurous Enid Nightshade, one of the best friends of the protagonist, Mildred Hubble.
With loyalty usually paired with trouble, this role did not fail in showing off her talents. This family comedy series highlighted Tamara Smart's comedic timing and her ability to hold the attention of young viewers.
Where to watch: Netflix.
3. Are You Afraid of the Dark? (2019)
Tamara Smart plays Louise Fulci in Nickelodeon's reboot of Are You Afraid of the Dark? As part of the Midnight Society, Louise explores the supernatural events in her town.
Tamara's portrayal of Louise is a revelation in the three-part mini-series. The series marked a milestone for Smart, who progressed to show that she could handle more suspenseful material.
Where to watch: Paramount+.
4. Hard Sun (2018)
Smart essayed the role of Hailey Hicks in this crime drama which first aired on BBC One. This show is about two detectives who work to probe crimes and even avert doomsday.
Tamara Smart's performance was convincing and followed a young character within extraordinary circumstances.
Where to watch: Hulu.
5. Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2025)
Tamara Smart takes on the role of Thalia Grace in Percy Jackson and the Olympians, premiering in 2025. In the series, Thalia will play Zeus's daughter, angry and full of rebellious spirit. The character is fiercely loyal to her friends and has a strong moral compass.
Being part of the demigod camp, Thalia will be one of the main actors in season two of the television show based on The Sea of Monsters.
Where to watch: Disney+ upon release.
Stay tuned to Soap Central for more on Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2.
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