Wild Child (2008) Cast: Full List of Actors and Where They Are Now

Few teen comedies from the late 2000s still spark conversation the way Wild Child does. Here’s a complete look at the cast and where they are now.

Release year: 2008 ·
Director: Nick Moore ·
Lead actress: Emma Roberts ·
Number of credited cast: 20+ ·
Runtime: 98 minutes ·
Box office: $14.9 million

Six key facts, one pattern: the film’s modest budget and box office didn’t reflect the star power it assembled.

Who is in the cast of Wild Child?

Lead cast

• Emma Roberts as Poppy Moore — the rebellious California teen sent to an English boarding school (Wikipedia).
• Alex Pettyfer as Freddie Kingsley — the love interest, son of the headmistress (Wikipedia).
• Natasha Richardson as Mrs. Kingsley — the strict headmistress (Wikipedia).
• Aidan Quinn as Gerry Moore — Poppy’s father (Wikipedia).

Supporting cast

• Georgia King as Harriet Bentley — the school rival (Wikipedia).
• Kimberley Nixon as Kate — one of Poppy’s roommates (Wikipedia).
• Juno Temple as Jennifer “Drippy” Logan — another roommate (Wikipedia).
• Linzey Cocker as Josie — roommate (Wikipedia).
• Sophie Wu as Kiki — roommate (Wikipedia).
• Shirley Henderson as Matron — the school matron (Wikipedia).
• Lexi Ainsworth as Molly Moore — Poppy’s sister (Wikipedia).

Cameo appearances

• Nick Frost as Mr. Christopher, the hairdresser (Wikipedia).
• Daisy Donovan as Miss Sara Rees-Withers, the sports mistress (Wikipedia).
• Jason Watkins as Mr. Roger Nellist, the French teacher (Wikipedia).

The cast’s early ensemble chemistry turned a modest teen comedy into a career springboard for several actors.

Where are the cast of Wild Child now?

Emma Roberts’s career

Emma Roberts continued to build a strong TV and film career. She starred in Scream Queens (2015–2016) and American Horror Story (multiple seasons), and appeared in films like The Art of Getting By and We’re the Millers (IMDb (actor filmography)).

Natasha Richardson’s legacy

Natasha Richardson died in a skiing accident in March 2009 at age 45 (BBC News). Her performance as Mrs. Kingsley remains one of her final film roles.

Alex Pettyfer’s later work

Alex Pettyfer went on to lead roles in I Am Number Four (2011) and Magic Mike (2012), though his career slowed after the mid-2010s (IMDb (actor filmography)).

Other cast members

• Juno Temple gained critical acclaim for her role as Keeley in Ted Lasso (2020–2023), earning an Emmy nomination (IMDb).
• Georgia King appeared in The Bold Type and Derry Girls (IMDb).
• Kimberley Nixon worked in British TV, including Fresh Meat and Doctor Who (IMDb).
• Linzey Cocker performed in The Inbetweeners and Waterloo Road (IMDb).
• Sophie Wu appeared in Kick-Ass and The Inbetweeners Movie (IMDb).

The trajectory shows that even a modest box-office film can produce enduring stars.

Is there a Wild Child film series or sequel?

Planned sequels

No official sequel to Wild Child has ever been released, and the film’s writer, Lucy Dahl, has not publicly discussed a follow-up (Wikipedia).

Rumors

Occasional fan speculation about a sequel appears on social media, but no studio or production company has announced development. The film’s box office of $14.9 million against a $20 million budget likely discouraged a sequel (Box Office Mojo).

Related films

Similar teen comedies from the late 2000s — such as The House Bunny (2008) and Easy A (2010) — share a tone but are not connected to Wild Child.

The financial underperformance effectively closed the door on any follow-up.

Where can I watch Wild Child online?

Streaming platforms

As of writing, Wild Child is not available on Netflix US, but it may rotate through other services. Check JustWatch (streaming aggregator) for current availability.

Digital purchase

The film is available for digital purchase on Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, and Google Play (Amazon Prime Video (digital retailer)).

DVD availability

DVD and Blu-ray copies are sold through major retailers like Amazon and eBay (Amazon (DVD retailer)).

Whichever method you choose, the film remains accessible for a nostalgic viewing.

Who are the characters Josie and the Matron in Wild Child?

Josie: character and actor

Josie is one of Poppy’s roommates at Abbey Mount school. She is portrayed by Linzey Cocker (Wikipedia). Josie is part of the group that initially dislikes Poppy but later becomes a friend.

Matron: character and actor

The Matron is the school’s strict but caring matron, played by Shirley Henderson (Wikipedia). Henderson, known for her role as Moaning Myrtle in the Harry Potter series, brings a comic edge to the character.

These supporting roles enrich the story beyond the lead arcs.

For nostalgic viewers, the choice is clear: revisit the film on streaming if it’s available, or buy the DVD for a retro night. The cast’s divergent paths—from Emma Roberts’s mainstream success to Juno Temple’s Emmy-nominated turn—make the original feel like a time capsule.