Timothée Chalamet may have just turned 30, but his filmography already reads like a masterclass in modern cinema. From the heart-wrenching Call Me By Your Name to the whimsical Wonka and a standout role in Christopher Nolan's Interstellar, he's proven his range time and again. Yet one of his most quietly brilliant performances remains in Greta Gerwig's 2017 coming-of-age gem, Lady Bird—and starting July 1, 2026, you can stream it for free on Plex.
In Lady Bird, Chalamet plays Kyle, a brooding high school heartthrob who catches the eye of the titular protagonist (Saoirse Ronan). It's a small but memorable role that showcases his early charisma, even as the film's emotional core belongs to the electric mother-daughter dynamic between Ronan and Laurie Metcalf. Critics raved, with the film earning a near-perfect 99% on Rotten Tomatoes. Collider's review called the duo's chemistry "electric," and it's easy to see why.
Despite Chalamet's growing acclaim, an Oscar has remained elusive. In 2026, his awards campaign for Marty Supreme hit a snag after controversial comments and an overzealous push, leading to a shocking Best Actor loss to Michael B. Jordan for Sinners. Marty Supreme went home empty-handed despite nine nominations, but at 30, Chalamet's time will surely come.
For now, fans can revisit his early work in Lady Bird, which also became a landmark hit for A24. Produced on a modest $10 million budget, the film grossed $80 million worldwide, making it the studio's highest-grossing movie at the time—a record since surpassed by titles like Everything Everywhere All at Once.
If you're in the mood for more free streaming gems, Plex is also adding Ex Machina this July, a sci-fi masterpiece that holds up brilliantly 12 years later. And for those who love underrated thrillers, Bruce Willis' Hart's War is also hitting the platform.
Lady Bird remains a defining film of the 2010s, a tender, funny, and painfully real look at adolescence and family. Whether you're a Chalamet completist or just love great storytelling, this free stream is not to be missed. Mark your calendars for July 1 on Plex.
