Biography
William Oldroyd is a British film and theatre director. He worked in theatre, including as Director in Residence at the Young Vic, and directed short films before his feature debut.
His first feature, Lady Macbeth (2016), premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. His second feature, Eileen (2023), premiered at Sundance. He served as lead writer, executive producer and director of three episodes of the series His & Hers (2026).
Lady Macbeth received nominations at the British Academy Film Awards and British Independent Film Awards, and won the European Discovery award at the European Film Awards. Eileen was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Director.
