Twenty years have passed since the debut of Nanny McPhee, and actress Emma Thompson, the star of the film, has continued to excel. But what has become of the mischievous children from the movie?
Nanny McPhee, released globally in January 2006 after an initial UK debut, quickly became a beloved classic. The narrative unfolds in Victorian England, focusing on a nanny who steps in to care for seven playful children following their mother’s death, showcasing the heartwarming bond that forms between them.
The Brown children, comprising Simon, Tora, Lily, Eric, Sebastian, Chrissie, and baby Agatha, have now grown up, with some leading entirely different lives than anticipated.
One of the standout child stars from Nanny McPhee is Thomas Brodie-Sangster, who portrayed the eldest of the siblings. Thomas gained recognition for his youthful appearance, enabling him to portray teenagers well into his adulthood. He has since appeared in major franchises like Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Game of Thrones, and The Maze Runner series.
In recent years, Thomas tied the knot with fellow actor Talulah Riley, whom he met on the set of the FX miniseries Pistol in March 2021. Talulah was previously married to tech mogul Elon Musk.
Bennet, who played a significant role in the movie, continued pursuing acting after Nanny McPhee. Her credits include portraying a psychopathic character in Confine and Kate Anderson in Johannes Roberts’ film F.
Recently, in 2021, she starred as Amanda Carrington in two seasons of the revived TV series Dynasty, which concluded in 2022. At 33, she also made an appearance in the CBS legal drama Matlock last year.
Jennifer Rae Daykin, who portrayed Lily Brown, has since distanced herself from the entertainment industry. Reports indicate that she now serves as an operations manager at a VR company, enjoying hobbies like Dungeons & Dragons and attending music festivals, as seen on her Instagram profile.
Coleman, another former child actor from the film, shifted his focus from acting to studying zoology. He became an avid climate activist and a vocal advocate for Extinction Rebellion until his untimely passing in 2020 at the age of 25 due to heart failure while on a run.
Sebastian, Chrissy’s twin in the movie, has transitioned into a career as a surveyor, managing workspaces in the UK and Germany. After studying real estate management at Oxford Brookes University, the 29-year-old explored DJing and travel post-graduation.
Holly Gibbs, known for her portrayal of Chrissy, is now 25 and actively shares content on social media while working as an art director at a global creative content firm. Having studied art at Central Saint Martins, she later delved into writing and other creative ventures, showcasing her humor about her past acting career on TikTok.
The role of baby Aggy was shared by Zinnia Barnes and her sister Hebe, who are now in their early 20s. Both siblings have maintained a low profile since their time in the limelight, with Hebe occasionally sharing content on TikTok, displaying her ever-changing vibrant hair colors.