Blunt made her feature film debut in My Summer of Love, earning critical acclaim and sharing an Evening Standard British Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer.

Blunt's role as Emily Charlton in The Devil Wears Prada brought her widespread recognition and a nomination for the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role.

Blunt starred in the title role of The Young Victoria, further solidifying her status as a leading actress.