Elisabeth Moss has been making her name in Hollywood the past few years. With her breakout role as June in The Handmaid’s Tale, this woman has continued to dominate both the small and the big screen. Crossing all genres of film and television, this actress has proved her talent time and time again.
With her newest flick, the thriller The Invisible Man impressing critics and the box office, fans should certainly be binge-watching this woman’s best movies. With many incredible movies to choose from over the past three decades, look no further – here are Elisabeth Moss’ 10 best movie roles, according to IMDb.
Mumford (1999) – 6.8
This was one of Elisabeth Moss’ first popular roles. From way back in 1999, this comedy drama takes place in the small town of Mumford, where a psychologist of the same name moves. As his popularity increases, his questionable past becomes harder to face.
Full of secrets, comedy, and drama, his movie will definitely entertain viewers with its unique tale. Although Elisabeth Moss doesn’t headline, she still has a background role as Katie Brockett.
Temptation (2003) – 6.8
Elisabeth Moss stars alongside Annette O’Toole and Lyn Vaus for this comedy thriller. In the valley of Los Angeles, two married pornographers must come to terms with the changes of their New Age values after coming across a past and salacious sitcom star.
With an impressive 6.8 on IMDb, this movie is definitely unlike anything you’ve ever seen, and has some stellar characters and scenes. Prepare for a comedic and intense experience unlike anything movie fans have seen before.
Truth (2015) – 6.8
This biography history drama has a star-studded cast: Cate Blanchett, Robert Redford, Topher Grace, Dennis Quaid, and of course, Elisabeth Moss. This flick tells the true story of a CBS investigation of George W. Bush’s military service. Taking place in 2004, this newsroom drama is intense and riveting.
This story certainly needed to be told, and stars an incredible cast to bring this historical moment to life on the big screen. Plus, a 6.8 is nothing to cry about, and this cast can hardly be passed up by movie fans.
Us (2019) – 6.9
In this popular thriller directed by the brilliant Jordan Peele, horror returns to the big screen when a family’s beach vacation becomes total chaos – because their doppelgangers have appeared with terrorizing intentions.
Starring Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke, and Elisabeth Moss, this flick has everything that fans loved about Get Out. With a 6.9, this horror flick definitely impressed, and terrified, its viewers. To prepare for The Invisible Man, this thriller is definitely a must-see. Plus, Peele’s newest produced flick Candyman is also on the horizon.
The One I Love (2014) – 7.1
This fantasy drama mystery follows a troubled couple who vacates to a beautiful location, but they find themselves in bizarre and complicated circumstances that strain their relationship even further.
Starring Mark Duplass, Elisabeth Moss, and Ted Danson, this movie will have fans on the edge of their seat and totally intrigued. With a 7.1, fans shouldn’t need to know anymore about this mysterious flick before they binge it.
Shirley (2020) – 7.1
Elisabeth Moss teams up with Logan Lerman and Michael Stuhlbarg for this biography drama thriller. A famous horror writer (Moss) is searching for inspiration, and her and her husband take a young couple into their home.
Based on a true story, this flick scored an impressive 7.1. With a great cast, original story, this movie is unique in every way, and is wholly entertaining and intriguing. This movie will have viewers in suspense the entire flick, and will certainly prepare fans for Moss’ other thrilling films.
Smoking Nonsmoking (2011) – 7.2
This underrated drama tells the story of a man who is testifying against his mother for killing his father with secondhand smoke. Based on true stories and events, this drama merges court scenes, family flashbacks, and jury deliberation.
With Elisabeth Moss as a student of one of the jurors, this story is filled with emotion, addiction, loyalty, and responsibility. A story unlike any other, this movie surprised the world by telling a story and receiving a whopping 7.2.
The Square (2017) – 7.2
This Swedish flick stars Claes Bang, Elisabeth Moss, and Dominic West. A prestigious chief art curator at a museum in Stockholm must balance his personal and professional crises when amidst setting up a controversial exhibit.
With 1 Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film, this flick is totally underrated and absolutely intriguing. Unique and mesmerizing, this movie will blow the socks off all movie lovers, and especially fans of Elisabeth Moss. For movie buffs who need to expand their horizons, this foreign movie is the perfect pick.
Girl, Interrupted (1999) – 7.3
This movie was one of Moss’ breakout roles, where she played one of the supporting characters alongside Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie. Based on a true story from the 1960s, a young writer (Ryder) admits herself to a 18-month stay at a mental hospital, where she meets a variety of women with their own struggles and goals.
In a tale of mental illness, friendship, and growth, this drama is tragic, deep, and beautiful. With 1 Oscar win, this is a classic female-led film about mental health. With Elisabeth Moss as Polly, his role will astound her fans from start to finish.
The Invisible Man (2020) – 7.6
This newest flick takes the gold medal on the list. For a horror mystery flick, a 7.6 is everything to celebrate about. Elisabeth Moss takes the lead as Cecilia. Her abusive ex-husband takes his own life, leaving her his fortune. However, she suspects his death is nothing but a hoax, and that he is alive and terrorizing her.
With no one to believe her, this movie will have fans biting their nails and watching in pure suspense and entertainment. This flick is Elisabeth Moss at her best, and has all the horrific drama that thriller lovers will obsess over.
