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Jenny Agutter

Jenny Agutter is an English actress known for a career that began in childhood and has continued across film, television, and theatre.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jenny Agutter is an English actress known for a career that began in childhood and has continued across film, television, and theatre. She is recognized for roles in works such as *Walkabout*, *The Railway Children*, *The Snow Goose*, *Logan's Run*, *An American Werewolf in London*, and *Call the Midwife*.

Early life and training

Jennifer Ann Agutter was born in Taunton, Somerset, and spent part of her childhood living in different countries because her father was a British Army officer. She trained at Elmhurst Ballet School before beginning an acting career as a child.

Acting career

Agutter’s screen career began in childhood and expanded into major film and television roles over several decades. She is known for performances in *Walkabout*, *The Railway Children*, *The Snow Goose*, *Logan's Run*, *An American Werewolf in London*, and *Call the Midwife*.

Awards and honours

Agutter has received recognition for her acting, including a Primetime Emmy Award and an OBE. Sources also identify her as a BAFTA and Emmy winner.

Personal life

Agutter married Johan Tham in August 1990. The couple have one son and have lived in England.

Key facts

  • She began acting as a child and trained at Elmhurst Ballet School.
  • Her early film and television work included roles in *East of Sudan* and *The Snow Goose*.
  • She came to wider international attention through *Walkabout* and later film roles in *Logan's Run* and *An American Werewolf in London*.
  • On television, she is widely associated with Sister Julienne in *Call the Midwife*.
  • She received an OBE in the 2012 Queen’s Birthday Honours for charitable services.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jenny Agutter?
Jenny Agutter is an English actress with a career spanning film, television, and theatre since childhood.
What is Jenny Agutter’s birth name?
Her birth name is Jennifer Ann Agutter.
When was Jenny Agutter born?
She was born on 20 December 1952.
What is Jenny Agutter known for?
She is known for *Walkabout*, *The Railway Children*, *The Snow Goose*, *Logan's Run*, *An American Werewolf in London*, and *Call the Midwife*.
Is Jenny Agutter married?
Yes. She has been married to Johan Tham since 1990.
Has Jenny Agutter received any honours?
Yes. She was appointed OBE in the 2012 Queen’s Birthday Honours for charitable services.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Agutter
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, and general career overview.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000256/
    Supports: Birthplace, marriage to Johan Tham, child, and award summary.
  3. Screen Dollars — https://screendollars.com/celebrity/jenny-agutter/
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, and early-career biography.
  4. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Agutter
    Supports: British actress description, birth details, and BAFTA/Emmy recognition.
  5. Spanish Wikipedia — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Agutter
    Supports: Notable roles including *Logan's Run*, *An American Werewolf in London*, *Spooks*, and childhood background.
  6. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Agutter
    Supports: Notable films, television role in *Call the Midwife*, and career notes.
  7. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/jenny_agutter
    Supports: Training in ballet, early film debut, and international attention from *Walkabout*.
  8. JennyAgutter.net — https://jennyagutter.net/index.php/biography/
    Supports: Childhood, ballet training, and career overview.