Mia Goth was born in Guy's Hospital in London, England, to a Brazilian mother and a Canadian father. Shortly after her birth, she moved to Brazil with her mother.

Goth spent her early years in Brazil, where she was exposed to the artistic world through her maternal grandmother, Brazilian actress Maria Gladys.

At the age of five, Goth returned to the UK with her mother. They briefly relocated to Canada when she was ten, where she attended multiple schools in a single year, describing this period as very difficult.

At the age of twelve, Goth and her mother settled in southeast London, where she attended Sydenham School. This period marked a more stable phase in her life.

At fourteen, Goth was discovered by fashion photographer Gemma Booth at the Underage Festival in London. She was signed to Storm Model Management and began modeling, appearing in campaigns for Miu Miu and Prada, and in various magazines.

Goth made her acting debut in Lars von Trier's controversial film 'Nymphomaniac,' marking the beginning of her film career.

Goth appeared in 'The Survivalist' and 'Everest,' showcasing her versatility in different genres.

Goth starred in 'A Cure for Wellness' (2016), 'Suspiria' (2018), and 'High Life' (2018), solidifying her presence in the horror genre.

Goth achieved a career breakthrough with her roles as Maxine Minx and Pearl in Ti West's 'X' and 'Pearl,' earning critical acclaim and establishing herself as a leading figure in horror cinema.

Goth continued to appear in notable films such as 'Infinity Pool' (2023) and 'MaXXXine' (2024), further cementing her status in the film industry.