The Best Anna Kendrick Movies

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Over 900 Ranker voters have come together to rank this list of The Best Anna Kendrick Movies

With more than 900 movie fans voting, this ranking of the best Anna Kendrick movies is a great way for fans to discover and appreciate the star's range and talent. Whether you're a fan of her singing abilities or her sharp comedic timing, there's no denying that Anna Kendrick has solidified herself as one of Hollywood's most beloved stars.

From leading roles in comedy hits like Pitch Perfect to leading supporting performances in cult favorites like Up in theĀ Air, Kendrick shows off an impressive versatility that keeps us coming back for more. Her musical numbers add much-needed levity to otherwise serious films, while her dramatic chops have earned her critical acclaim throughout her career.

What makes these Anna Kendrick movies so special? Fans love the actress's wide range of emotions and ability to bring out our own feelings on screen with ease. So why not check out this list now, vote up your favorite films featuring the talented Miss Kendrick, and let yourself be captivated by one of Hollywood's rising stars.

  • Pitch Perfect
    1
    Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin, Rebel Wilson
    391 votes
    College student Beca (Anna Kendrick) knows she does not want to be part of a clique, but that's exactly where she finds herself after arriving at her new school. Thrust in among mean gals, nice gals and just plain weird gals, Beca finds that the only thing they have in common is how well they sing together. She takes the women of the group out of their comfort zone of traditional arrangements and into a world of amazing harmonic combinations in a fight to the top of college music competitions.
  • Up in the Air
    2
    George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick
    194 votes
    In Up in the Air, we follow the life of Ryan Bingham (George Clooney), a corporate downsizer and frequent flyer, whose cherished life on the road is threatened just as he is on the cusp of reaching ten million miles in air travel. Sharing his journey is Alex Goran (Vera Farmiga), a fellow traveler, and Natalie Keener (Anna Kendrick), an ambitious young co-worker. Directed by Jason Reitman, this drama-comedy won Golden Globe awards for its screenplay and for Clooney's performance. It paints a poignant portrait of a man forced to reevaluate his life amidst constant transit.
  • What to Expect When You're Expecting
    3
    Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Banks
    354 votes
    Challenges of impending parenthood turn the lives of five couples upside down. Two celebrities are unprepared for the surprise demands of pregnancy; hormones wreak havoc on a baby-crazy author, while her husband tries not to be outdone by his father, who's expecting twins with his young trophy wife; a photographer's husband isn't sure about his wife's adoption plans; a one-time hook-up results in a surprise pregnancy for rival food-truck owners.
  • A Simple Favor
    4
    Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Henry Golding
    94 votes
    Stephanie is a widowed, single mother who works as a vlogger in Connecticut. Her best friend, Emily, seems to have it all -- a successful career, a loving family and a glamorous lifestyle. When Emily mysteriously disappears one day, Stephanie launches her own investigation by digging into her friend's past -- and finding a few surprises along the way.
  • 50/50
    5
    Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen, Anna Kendrick
    190 votes
    Adam Lerner (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) has always tried to take good care of his health, so it comes as a cruel surprise when he learns that he has malignant tumors along his spine. His doctor gives him a 50/50 chance of survival, but Adam tries to remain upbeat, though his mother (Anjelica Huston) and his friend Kyle (Seth Rogen), react badly to the news. Adam starts seeing a therapist (Anna Kendrick), but their relationship threatens to cross the boundary between doctor and patient.
  • End of Watch
    6
    Anna Kendrick, Jake Gyllenhaal, America Ferrera
    132 votes
    End of Watch is a 2012 American drama thriller film written and directed by David Ayer. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael PeƱa as Brian Taylor and Miguel Zavala, two Los Angeles Police Department officers who work in South Central Los Angeles. The film focuses on their day-to-day police work, their dealings with a certain group of gang members, and their personal relationships. Ayer, who had written several police procedural films previously, wanted End of Watch to focus more on the friendship between partners and honest police work.
  • Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
    7
    Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin
    140 votes
    In the vibrant cinematic experience of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Scott Pilgrim, played by Michael Cera, is a bass guitarist for garage band Sex Bob-omb who falls head over heels for Ramona Flowers (Mary Elizabeth Winstead). However, to win her heart, he must confront and defeat her seven evil exes, each with their unique abilities. Directed by Edgar Wright, this action-comedy film skilfully blends elements of romance and video game culture while offering a visually striking representation of youth culture in Toronto. It's a movie that doesn't shy away from its comic book roots, showcasing dynamic fight scenes and quirky humor throughout.
  • Rocket Science
    8
    Reece Thompson, Anna Kendrick, Nicholas D'Agosto
    95 votes
    High-school student Hal Hefner's (Reece Daniel Thompson) life is falling down around him. His parents have split, his brother picks on him incessantly, and he has a terrible stutter. Hal cannot believe it when Ginny Ryerson (Anna Kendrick), a pretty classmate, asks him to join their school's debate team. Falling head over heels in love with Ginny, he agrees to her request, with unexpected results.
  • Noelle
    9
    Anna Kendrick, Bill Hader, Shirley MacLaine
    27 votes
    Kris Kringle's daughter is full of Christmas spirit but wishes she could do something important like her brother Nick, who will take over for their father this Christmas. When Nick is about to crumble like a gingerbread cookie from all the pressure, Noelle suggests he take a break and get away...but when he doesn't return, Noelle must find her brother and bring him back in time to save Christmas.
  • Drinking Buddies
    10
    Olivia Wilde, Jake Johnson, Anna Kendrick
    107 votes
    Although they're both dating other people, two co-workers (Olivia Wilde, Jake Johnson) hang out together in bars and try to ignore their mutual attraction.
  • ParaNorman
    11
    Kodi Smit-McPhee, Tucker Albrizzi, Anna Kendrick
    79 votes
    In the animated horror-comedy ParaNorman, Norman Babcock (voiced by Kodi Smit-McPhee) is a misunderstood boy who can speak with the dead. Living in the town of Blithe Hollow, Massachusetts, which has an infamous witch trial history, Norman's peculiar skills are put to the test when he is tasked with saving his town from a centuries-old curse. As he battles zombies, ghosts, and grown-ups who don't understand him, Norman must summon his courage to stop a vengeful witch's (Jodelle Ferland) curse. Laika's second feature film won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The movie stands out for its unique blend of comedy, horror and poignant storytelling about embracing one's uniqueness.
  • Elsewhere
    12
    Anna Kendrick, Paul Wesley, Tania Raymonde
    70 votes
  • The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1
    13
    Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner
    110 votes
    In The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1, newlyweds Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) and Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) are catapulted into unforeseen complications following their honeymoon. Bella's unexpected pregnancy triggers a series of events that puts the couple, as well as their family and friends, in grave danger. The movie, fourth in the riveting Twilight Saga, weaves together elements of romance, fantasy, and supernatural drama. Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner), a key character caught in the lovers' triangle, faces a difficult choice that could shift the balance among vampire and werewolf clans. This film is yet another chapter in the saga that keeps fans on edge with its suspenseful storytelling.
  • Rapture-Palooza
    14
    Craig Robinson, Anna Kendrick, John Francis Daley
    87 votes
    Left behind after the Rapture, a young woman (Anna Kendrick) and her boyfriend (John Francis Daley) set out to prevent the Antichrist (Craig Robinson) from taking her as his unholy bride.
  • Camp
    15
    Daniel Letterle, Joanna Chilcoat, Tiffany Taylor
    70 votes
    At Camp Ovation, kids of all ages spend their summer expressing themselves through dance, music and theater. Vlad (Daniel Letterle) is a singer-songwriter and first-time camper caught between talented but insecure Ellen (Joanna Chilcoat) and provocative Jill (Alana Allen). Besides romance, the campers grapple with complicated issues, including sexual identity, self-respect and parental pressure, as they grow closer together and prove their talents to the bitter camp director (Don Dixon).
  • Twilight
    16
    Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Billy Burke
    104 votes
    Twilight, a captivating blend of romance and fantasy genres, introduces us to Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart), a high school student who relocates to the small, gloomy town of Forks. This seemingly mundane move sets the stage for a life-altering encounter with Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson), her enigmatic classmate. Unbeknownst to Bella, Edward is a vampire, turning their budding romance into an enthralling saga of love and danger. As their relationship evolves, they're thrust into a world where vampires and humans coexist precariously, leading to an escalating series of events. The film's unique narrative earned it a nomination for Best Fantasy Film at the Saturn Awards.
  • The Company You Keep
    17
    Robert Redford, Shia LaBeouf, Julie Christie
    52 votes
    Decades after an ill-fated robbery, a former member (Susan Sarandon) of the Weather Underground turns herself in to authorities. While covering the story, reporter Ben Shepard (Shia LaBeouf) discovers that recently widowed lawyer Jim Grant (Robert Redford) was also a member of that particular group. Grant slips by the FBI agents tracking him and goes on the run, hoping to track down his former lover, Mimi (Julie Christie), who's still underground and fighting for the cause.
  • The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
    18
    Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner
    89 votes
    In the third installment of the Twilight Saga, Eclipse, Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) finds herself entangled in a supernatural love triangle. Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson), her vampire boyfriend, proposes marriage, while her werewolf best friend, Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner), declares his own feelings for her. As these personal tensions escalate, a more dangerous threat emerges: an army of newborn vampires, led by vengeful Victoria (Bryce Dallas Howard), is headed their way. Set against the gloomy backdrop of Forks, Washington, this film combines elements of romance, fantasy and action to create a captivating narrative.
  • The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2
    19
    Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner
    97 votes
    The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2, a romantic fantasy film, marks the conclusion of Edward Cullen's (Robert Pattinson) and Bella Swan's (Kristen Stewart) enthralling saga. Now a vampire herself, Bella adapts to her new life with Edward and their daughter Renesmee (Mackenzie Foy). However, their tranquil existence is threatened when the Volturi, the powerful vampire council led by Aro (Michael Sheen), are misled into thinking that Renesmee poses a danger to their secretive world. As the Cullens gather allies to protect their family, a final battle looms on the horizon.
  • The Twilight Saga: New Moon
    20
    Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner
    102 votes
    In The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Bella Swan (Kristen Stewart) finds herself plunged into despair following the abrupt departure of her vampire love, Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson). But her spirit is rekindled by her growing friendship with the irresistible Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner), a werewolf. Suddenly she finds herself drawn into the world of werewolves, ancestral enemies of vampires, and finds her loyalties tested. This second installment in the Twilight series continues to explore the deep bond between mortal and immortal, while also introducing new supernatural elements. Directed by Chris Weitz, this fantasy romance movie offers an intriguing blend of human and supernatural love triangles.
  • The Marc Pease Experience
    21
    Anna Kendrick, Ben Stiller, Jason Schwartzman
    50 votes
    The Marc Pease Experience is a 2009 comedy film directed by Todd Louiso and written by Louiso and Jacob Koskoff. Shot primarily in and around Wilmington and New Hanover County, North Carolina in early 2007, the film is centered on Marc Pease, a man living in the past, when he was the star of his high school's musicals. The film stars Jason Schwartzman as Pease, Ben Stiller as Pease's former mentor, and Anna Kendrick as his love interest.
  • The Day Shall Come
    22
    MarchƔnt Davis, Anna Kendrick, Danielle Brooks
    11 votes
    The Day Shall Come is a 2019 British-American satirical black comedy thriller film directed by Chris Morris. Moses (MarchƔnt Davis), the impoverished leader of a small Hebrew Israelite commune in Miami has no idea that FBI agent Kendra Glack (Anna Kendrick) plans to turn him into a criminal by fuelling his madcap revolutionary dreams, just to look good in front of her boss.
  • Stowaway
    23

    Stowaway

    Anna Kendrick, Daniel Dae Kim, Toni Collette
    2 votes
    A three-person crew on a mission to Mars faces an impossible choice when an unplanned passenger jeopardizes the lives of everyone on board.
  • Self Reliance
    24
    Jake Johnson, Anna Kendrick, Natalie Morales
    0 votes
    A man receives an offer to win $1 million by playing a game where he must outwit hunters who are trying to kill him. He soon realizes they can only attack him when he's alone, but none of his friends or family believe the game is real.
  • Trolls Band Together
    25
    Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Eric AndrƩ
    0 votes
    Poppy discovers that Branch and his four brothers were once part of her favorite boy band. When one of his siblings, Floyd, gets kidnapped by a pair of nefarious villains, Branch and Poppy embark on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd from a fate even worse than pop culture obscurity.