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Amanda Abbington Teams Up With Emma Thompson for First Major Role Since Strictly Drama
Aug 31, 2026
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Emma Thompson
actress · screenwriter
Also known as Dame Emma Thompson
4 stories · latest Aug 31, 2026 · TV & Film, Celebrity
Emma Thompson biography
Dame Emma Thompson is an Oscar-winning British actress and screenwriter who comes from a prominent acting dynasty. She has earned widespread acclaim for her work across major film, television, and theatrical projects over her career.
In addition to starring in major productions, Thompson crafted the screenplays for the 2005 hit fantasy movie Nanny McPhee and its 2010 sequel Nanny McPhee Returns. She has written the book for a live stage musical adaptation of Nanny McPhee, which is scheduled to make its world premiere on London's West End. She was also recently seen on set filming an upcoming television project alongside Amanda Abbington.
Thompson's artistic background stems from her family, which included her mother, the late veteran performer Phyllida Law, and her sister, actress Sophie Thompson. Law frequently appeared on screen with her daughters, including sharing credits with Emma Thompson in 1996's Emma. Thompson is also the mother of a daughter who recently experienced a high-profile personal split.
- Coverage of Emma Thompson focuses on both her active creative projects and significant personal family developments.
- Media attention frequently highlights her multi-hyphenate talent as a screenwriter and actress alongside her place within a celebrated British performing dynasty.
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Thompson's mother, veteran performer Phyllida Law, passed away at the age of 94.
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Reports highlighted a period of family grief following the death of Phyllida Law alongside news of Thompson's daughter's relationship split.
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Reports announced that Thompson wrote the book for a new stage musical adaptation of Nanny McPhee debuting in London.
MAGIC ON THE WEST END: Emma Thompson Is Bringing 'Nanny McPhee' To The Stage As A Brand New MusicalAug 31, 2026
Thompson was pictured working on set with Amanda Abbington for an upcoming screen production.
Amanda Abbington Teams Up With Emma Thompson for First Major Role Since Strictly Drama
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Emma Thompson: your questions
What stage musical is Emma Thompson creating?
Thompson has written the book for a live stage musical adaptation of Nanny McPhee, which will premiere on London's West End.
Who are the members of Emma Thompson's acting family?
Her family includes her sister, actress Sophie Thompson, and her late mother, veteran performer Phyllida Law.
What new television project is Emma Thompson filming?
Thompson was recently seen working on location for a new scripted production co-starring actress Amanda Abbington.