A generation of established actresses is currently redefining career longevity by taking on high-powered, complex roles well into their 50s, 60s, and 70s.
: Women aged 60 and older accounted for just 2% of major female characters in 2025's biggest films, compared to 8% for men in the same age bracket.
: Most female characters on screen are still in their 20s and 30s, whereas male characters frequently remain in major roles through their 40s.
