There have been many accomplished and talented British actresses throughout the years, making it difficult to select just one as the "biggest." Some notable and accomplished British actresses include:
Dame Judi Dench
Dame Helen Mirren
Emma Thompson
Vanessa Redgrave
Kate Winslet
Keira Knightley
Maggie Smith
Kristin Scott Thomas
Carey Mulligan
Saoirse Ronan
This is a subjective list and there are many other notable and accomplished British actresses.
