Kara Hayward
Biography
Kara Hayward is an American actress born on November 17, 1998, in Andover, Massachusetts. She made her film debut in the 2012 feature film Moonrise Kingdom, which earned her a nomination for the Young Artist Award for Best Leading Young Actress in a Feature Film in 2013. She has also appeared in other films, including The Sisterhood of Night and Manchester by the Sea. Hayward was chosen through an open casting call for her role in Moonrise Kingdom. She has been involved in the film industry since 2012, with a total of 21 known credits.
Career overview
Kara Hayward is an American actress born on November 17, 1998, in Andover, Massachusetts. She made her film debut in the 2012 feature film Moonrise Kingdom, which was directed by Wes Anderson. The role earned her recognition and led to her being featured in other films.
Hayward's known credits include The Sisterhood of Night, released in 2015, and Manchester by the Sea, released in 2016. Her performance in Moonrise Kingdom also earned her a nomination for the Young Artist Award for Best Leading Young Actress in a Feature Film in 2013. Hayward's career has involved acting in various films, with a total of 21 known credits.
Hayward's early start in the film industry began with an open casting call for Moonrise Kingdom. The film's success marked the beginning of her acting career, with subsequent roles in other notable films. Her performances have been recognized, including a nomination for the Young Artist Award.
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Full Filmography
21 titles- A Mother's Love (2025) as Genevieve
- Roar (2022) as Millie
- Slayers (2022) as Flynn
- Drunk Bus (2021) as Kat
- The Social Dilemma (2020) as Cassandra
- GigiBoy (2020) as Gigi
- Us (2019) as Nancy / Syd
- To the Stars (2019) as Iris Deerborne
- Isle of Dogs (2018) as Peppermint (voice)
- Manchester by the Sea (2016) as Silvie McGann
- Haters Back Off (2016) as Amanda
- Paterson (2016) as Female Student
- The Sisterhood of Night (2015) as Emily Parris
- Quitters (2015) as Etta
- Fan Girl (2015) as Jamie
- Exploring the Set of 'Moonrise Kingdom' (2015) as Self / Suzy B.
- Moonrise Kingdom Extras - Eleven iPhone Videos by Edward Norton. (2015) as Self
- Moonrise Kingdom (2012) as Suzy Bishop
- Do You Like to Read? (2012) as Suzy Bishop
- White Collar (2009) as Bee Wolcott
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Rachel Burns
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kara Hayward best known for?
Kara Hayward is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Social Dilemma (2020), Us (2019), Isle of Dogs (2018), Manchester by the Sea (2016).
When and where was Kara Hayward born?
Kara Hayward was born on November 17, 1998 in Andover, Massachusetts, USA.
How many credits does Kara Hayward have?
Kara Hayward has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1999 to 2025.
What is Kara Hayward's background in cinema and television?
Kara Hayward is an American actress born on November 17, 1998, in Andover, Massachusetts. She made her film debut in the 2012 feature film Moonrise Kingdom, which earned her a nomination for the Young Artist Award for Best Leading Young Actress in a Feature Film in 2013. She has also appeared in other films, including ...