THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Mamma Mia' 12 years later

Adriana BelmonteMay 15, 2020, 21:04 IST

The cast of "Mamma Mia" has each gone in their own direction since the film.Universal Pictures

The ABBA movie musical "Mamma Mia" hit theaters in July 2008.
Stars like Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Julie Walters, and Colin Firth were well-established actors before playing leading roles in the film.
Amanda Seyfried rose to fame in "Mean Girls," but "Mamma Mia" helped to boost her successful acting career.
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"Mamma Mia," the ABBA movie musical, was released in July 2008.

The film starred Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried as Donna and Sophie, whose lives turn upside down when three men claiming to be Sophie's father arrive on their small island for her wedding.

Here's what the cast of "Mamma Mia" is up to now, nearly 12 years later.

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After the film, he became part of the Marvel franchise and starred on an AMC series.

Dominic Cooper played Tony Stark's father in the MCU. Jesse Grant/Getty Images

Dominic Cooper played Sophie's fiancé, Sky.

Dominic Cooper played the dreamy love interest. Universal Pictures

She continued appearing in "Harry Potter" and had a number of other small-screen roles.

You might recognize Julie Walters from the "Harry Potter" films. Jeff Spicer/Getty Images

Julie Walters played Donna's outgoing friend Rosie Mulligan.

Julie Walters played the quirky Rosie Mulligan. Universal Pictures

Now, she's well known for her role on CBS' "The Good Wife."

Christine Baranski continues to act on television. Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images

Christine Baranski played the rambunctious Tanya Chesham-Leigh.

Christine Baranski played Donna's friend. Universal Pictures

Skarsgård is now part of the Marvel franchise.

Stellan Skarsgård plays a scientist in the MCU. Rich Polk/Getty Images

Stellan Skarsgård played the third potential father, Bill Anderson.

Some fans believe Bill was Sophie's real dad. Universal Pictures

Brosnan continues to appear in Hollywood hits.

Pierce Brosnan has remained a big name in Hollywood. Joshua Roberts/Reuters

Pierce Brosnan played another one of Sophie's potential fathers, Sam Carmichael.

Pierce Brosnan is known for playing James Bond. Universal Pictures

Firth has earned both an Oscar and a Golden Globe since "Mamma Mia."

Colin Firth received an Oscar for his role in "The King's Speech." Tim P. Whitby/ Getty Images

Colin Firth played Harry Bright, one of Sophie's three potential fathers.

Colin Firth played the guitar in the film. Universal Pictures

Seyfried continued to her successful acting career after "Mamma Mia."

Amanda Seyfried has continued her career on TV and in big-screen films. Charley Gallay/Getty Images

Amanda Seyfried starred as free-spirited Sophie.

Amanda Seyfried played a main character in "Mamma Mia." Universal Pictures

Streep continues to act in critically acclaimed films.

Meryl Streep is an Academy Award- and Golden Globe-winning actress. Julien Hekimian/WireImage/Getty Images

Meryl Streep starred as Donna Sheridan.

Meryl Streep played Sophie's hardworking mother. Universal Pictures

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