How old was Mara Wilson in Matilda?

You might be surprised to learn how young—or old—some stars were in iconic scenes. That detail can add a new layer of appreciation to their performance. We’ve got the answer you’ve been looking for.

In Matilda, Mara Wilson took on the role at the age of:

8 years old

After checking the dates, that’s the calculated age of the celebrity.

We calculated the age by referencing the first day of the year Matilda was launched:

January 1, 1996

And the date of birth of Mara Wilson, that is:

July 24, 1987

Since movies are typically released within a year of filming, Mara Wilson could have been a year younger or older than the displayed age during certain scenes.