Best known for playing Lise Durocher in Monsieur Lazhar (2011), young Élisabeth in The Book Thief (2013), and Shauna Sadecki in Yellowjackets (2021–).
Films
- Irena’s VowIrena Gut2023
- Valiant HeartsDésirée2021
- The Rest of UsAster2019
- Close EnemiesCamille2018
- Waiting for AnyaLéa2018
- The Great Gilly HopkinsGilly Hopkins2015
- Pawn SacrificeJoan (age 14)2014
- The Book ThiefLiesel Meminger2013
- Monsieur LazharLise Durocher2011
- Filière 13Fanny2011
TV shows
- YellowjacketsShauna Sadecki (teenager)2021–
- The 4400Lily2021
- The WhispersCassandra ‘Cass’ Bennigan2015
- Les Jeunes LoupsLaurence2014
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About Sophie Nélisse
Sophie Nélisse is a Canadian actress who rose to international prominence at age eleven with her Jutra Award-winning performance in Monsieur Lazhar. She has since balanced acclaimed independent films with major television roles, notably in the Golden Globe-nominated survival drama Yellowjackets.
FAQs
Is Sophie Nélisse related to the actress Mylène St-Sauveur?
No, but she is the older sister of actress and singer Isabel Nélisse.
What is Sophie Nélisse’s most famous film role?
She played Liesel Meminger in The Book Thief (2013), a major Hollywood adaptation of Markus Zusak’s novel.
Which TV series made Sophie Nélisse a household name?
She gained widespread recognition for playing the teenage version of Shauna Sadecki in the Paramount+/Showtime series Yellowjackets (2021–).
Has she won any major awards?
Yes, she won the Jutra Award (now Prix Iris) for Best Actress for Monsieur Lazhar in 2012.
Does she speak French?
Yes, she is a native French speaker from Montreal, Quebec, and often works in both French and English productions.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026