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Halle Berry’s Movies Ranked From Worst to Best

Halle Berry’s Movies Ranked From Worst to Best

From the ‘X-Men’ franchise, to ‘Monster’s Ball,’ to ‘Catwoman,’ we’re exploring the Oscar winner’s wide-ranging filmography.

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One look at Halle Berry’s extensive list of credits showcases her incredible range. Action, drama, comedy, sci-fi — she has literally done it all. She’s been entertaining audiences for more than 30 years, consistently giving fans something new in every movie.

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With her new Netflix film “The Union” now streaming, we thought it was time to take a look at Berry’s spectacular filmography. They may not all be instant classics, but they’re certainly memorable. Before you fire up Netflix and hit play on “The Union,” check out Berry’s films ranked from worst to best, according to Rotten Tomatoes.

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Dark Tide - 0%

Dark Tide - 0%

Dark Tide Official Trailer #1 - Halle Berry Movie (2012)

You can probably skip this one in which Berry plays a shark expert who must take a dangerous expedition to save her business.

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Movie 43 - 5%

Movie 43 - 5%

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Several short comedy segments are combined into one film with a ridiculously star-studded cast.

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New Year’s Eve - 7%

New Year’s Eve - 7%

New Years Eve Trailer Starring Halle Berry!

This rom-com features multiple stories of love and relationships that revolve around the last night of the year. Obviously, it all culminates at midnight.

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Catwoman - 8%

Catwoman - 8%

Catwoman (2004) Jail Escape scene 1080p60fps

The much maligned action film isn’t as bad as everyone thinks. It’s certainly better than eight percent.

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Strictly Business - 10%

Strictly Business - 10%

Halle Berry: Strictly Business (‘Drop Dead’ Scene)

You know you love the Black movie classic starring Tommy Davidson and Joseph C. Phillips. “Father Hood” co-starring Patrick Swayze and “Perfect Stranger” with Bruce Willis are also at 10 percent.

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Kings - 13%

Kings - 13%

Kings (2018) | Official US Trailer HD

Berry and Daniel Craig are unlikely neighbors who must come together during the 1992 L.A. riots to protect her kids. The revenge thriller “The Rich Man’s Wife” is also at 13 percent.

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B.A.P.S. - 15%

B.A.P.S. - 15%

B*A*P*S (1997) Official Trailer - Halle Berry, Martin Landau Movie HD

This is an instance where critics and fans aren’t watching the same movie, as Berry has said this is one of the films people approach her about the most. It’s another Black movie classic she’s gifted us with. Horror film “Gothika” is also at 15 percent.

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Race the Sun - 22%

Race the Sun - 22%

Race the Sun 1996 - Official Movie Trailer Halle Berry

If you like movies in which the scrappy underdogs beat the richer, more powerful team, then this one is right up your alley. It’s a really cute family film that features a few future stars.

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The Flintstones - 23%

The Flintstones - 23%

Fred Flintstone Meets Temptress New Secretary Halle Berry (“Sharon Stone”) | The Flintstones (1994)

Long before movies based on existing IP was the norm, “The Flintstones” cast Berry as Fred’s sexy secretary, because who else would you get?

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Frankie & Alice - 24%

Frankie & Alice - 24%

Frankie & Alice Official Domestic Trailer #1 (2014) - Halle Berry Movie HD

The drama is a lot to handle, but Berry’s performance of Frankie’s separate personalities is another reminder of just how amazingly talented she is.

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Swordfish - 26%

Swordfish - 26%

Swordfish (2001) Official Trailer - John Travolta, Halle Berry Movie HD

There’s a lot of moving parts to this action film co-starring Hugh Jackman, John Travolta and Don Cheadle, but it’s a fun popcorn flick to check out on a Saturday afternoon.

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Moonfall - 35%

Moonfall - 35%

Moonfall (2022 Movie) Official Trailer – Halle Berry, Patrick Wilson, John Bradley

If you love disaster movies that don’t make sense with tons of destruction, then “Moonfall” is for you.

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The Program - 43%

The Program - 43%

The Program (1993) Trailer (VHS Capture)

The temptation of fame in college football is the focus of this still-relevant 1993 sports drama.

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The Call - 44%

The Call - 44%

The Call TRAILER (2013) - Halle Berry Movie HD

Berry is a 911 operator who must overcome her trauma to save a kidnapped teenage girl.

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Losing Isaiah - 45%

Losing Isaiah - 45%

Losing Isaiah (1995) Official Trailer #1 - Halle Berry Movie HD

This 1995 drama was the first time mainstream audiences saw beyond the actress’ beauty to her talent. We always knew she was awesome.

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The Last Boy Scout - 46%

The Last Boy Scout - 46%

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They just made action movies different in the early ‘90s. They didn’t hold back on the explosions in the good old days.

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Boomerang - 49%

Boomerang - 49%

Halle Berry: Boomerang (‘Love Should’ve Brought Your Ass Home’ Scene)

To quote the queen: “Love should’ve brought your ass home last night.”

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Bruised - 50%

Bruised - 50%

Bruised | Halle Berry | Official Trailer | Netflix

Berry directed and starred in the brutal MMA drama. She worked through extreme pain so the film wouldn’t be shut down.

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Why Do Fools Fall in Love - 52%

Why Do Fools Fall in Love - 52%

Why Do Fools Fall In Love (1998) Official Trailer - Halle Berry, Vivica A. Fox Movie HD

Honestly, she should have her own holiday for giving us so many Black movie classics.

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Die Another Day - 55%

Die Another Day - 55%

DIE ANOTHER DAY | Bond meets Jinx

We’re still waiting for that Jinx spinoff. Or better yet, just let her be the new 007.

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X-Men: The Last Stand - 57%

X-Men: The Last Stand - 57%

Storm vs. Callisto [X-Men: The Last Stand]

We’ve finally reached the Storm portion of our list with her lowest ranked “X-Men” film.

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Executive Decision - 62%

Executive Decision - 62%

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This film is a checklist of ‘90s action movies. Set on a plane with a big star who gets killed early, with an unexpected hero who saves the day. It’s a textbook action movie.

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Robots - 64%

Robots - 64%

Robots (2005) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

Who doesn’t love funny, adorable robots?

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Things We Lost in the Fire - 65%

Things We Lost in the Fire - 65%

Things We Lost in the Fire (2007) Theatrical Trailer

No one does heart-wrenching grief like Halle Berry.

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Cloud Atlas 66%

Cloud Atlas 66%

Cloud Atlas - Official Trailer [HD]

Along with her co-stars, Berry plays several roles across multiple time periods in this unique story.

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The Union - 70%

The Union - 70%

The Union | Mark Wahlberg + Halle Berry | Official Trailer | Netflix

Berry is a spy who enlists her regular-guy ex-boyfriend to help with a big mission.

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Bulworth - 76%

Bulworth - 76%

Bulworth | #TBT Trailer | 20th Century FOX

Warren Beatty may think he’s the reason this political comedy was a success, but we all know it was Berry who made the story believable.

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Jungle Fever - 80%

Jungle Fever - 80%

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Halle’s role in the Spike Lee Joint is small but memorable. This was her breakout moment where people took notice of her potential.

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X-Men - 82%

X-Men - 82%

X-Men (2000) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers

While there was controversy about Berry’s casting as the popular superhero, her performance always featured the perfect balance of defiance and compassion.

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Introducing Dorothy Dandridge - 82%

Introducing Dorothy Dandridge - 82%

Introducing Dorothy Dandridge (1999, trailer) [Halle Berry, Obba Babatundé, Loretta Devine]

Though she received an Oscar for “Monster’s Ball,” “Introducing Dorothy Dandridge” might be Halle’s best performance. She brilliantly embodies both the famous sex symbol ahead of her time and the woman who just wants someone to see the real her.

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Monster’s Ball - 85%

Monster’s Ball - 85%

Halle Berry Wins Best Actress: 74th Oscars (2002)

Speaking of “Monster’s Ball...” While it’s the big dramatic moments that get attention, it’s the quiet, emotional scenes that showcase her character work.

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X2: X-Men United - 85%

X2: X-Men United - 85%

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This is where Storm got her best chance to shine, as she’s the one who saves Professor X and all of humanity.

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John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum - 89%

John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum - 89%

John Meets Sofia / Consequences Scene | 1080p | John Wick Chapter 3-Parabellum 2019

If there’s one thing that the other “John Wick” films was missing, it was Halle Berry. She brought heart back to the franchise.

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X-Men: Days of Future Past - 90%

X-Men: Days of Future Past - 90%

X-Men: Days of Future Past | “Storm” Power Piece [HD] | 20th Century FOX

We don’t get a lot of Storm in “Days of Future Past,” but what we do get is heartbreaking and inspiring.

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