Being a child actor is not easy. Imagine having to perform to the highest standards of Hollywood but not having the maturity to deal with the many stressful elements that movie-making involves. Some kids are just born with it, however. They are just naturally talented, and without the many years of training most actors have. It's only right that these kids have gone down in film history for their outstanding performances.
It is true that we have had child stars in Hollywood for a long time, but the ones you'll find in this gallery really did something really special in cinema. Click on to discover the best child actor performances of all time.