2009 Born Genius Peers... Owen Cooper from 'Wuthering Heights' VS Soya Kurokawa from 'National Treasure'

On December 5, 2009, two genius child actors born on the same day are writing a parallel theory as they dominate screens worldwide. The protagonists are Owen Cooper from the film 'Wuthering Heights' and Soya Kurokawa from the Japanese film 'National Treasure'.

First, Owen Cooper made a stunning debut as Jamie, a boy with a complex inner world, in the hit Netflix series 'The Time of the Boy', which held the global number one spot for four consecutive weeks in 2025. Despite being his debut work, he swept the Golden Globe and Emmy awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, breaking the record for the youngest winner in history.

Rising as a child acting genius that Hollywood is paying attention to, he will make his screen debut in the film 'Wuthering Heights', set to be released on February 11. In this work directed by Emerald Fennell, Owen Cooper plays the childhood of the protagonist Heathcliff (Jacob Elordi). He will portray the lonely and wounded orphan boy and the process of falling in love with his destined partner Cathy with deep emotional acting, ensuring the immersion in the early part of the film.

Soya Kurokawa from Japan is also showcasing an impressive presence. He gained attention at the Cannes Film Festival for Hirokazu Kore-eda's 'Monster' and played the childhood of the protagonist Kikuo in the highest-grossing Japanese live-action film 'National Treasure' in 2025. He expressed an obsession and madness for art with astonishingly delicate acting for his young age, proving once again the title of 'genius child actor'. During his recent visit to Korea, he attracted numerous fans, showcasing his potential as a global star.

The intense performance of the 2009-born genius actor Owen Cooper can be seen in the film 'Wuthering Heights', which will be released on February 11.