The 25+ Best Abigail Breslin Movies

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List of the best Abigail Breslin movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Abigail Breslin's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Abigail Breslin movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Abigail Breslin movies will be at the top of the list. Abigail Breslin has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Abigail Breslin movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Abigail Breslin films to end the squabble once and for all.

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List ranges from Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey to Kit Kittredge: An American Girl and more.

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  • Definitely, Maybe
    1
    Ryan Reynolds, Isla Fisher, Abigail Breslin
    42 votes
    Will Hayes (Ryan Reynolds), a thirtysomething Manhattanite, is in the middle of divorce proceedings when his young daughter (Abigail Breslin) asks him about his life before marriage, including how he met and fell in love with her mother. Will flashes back to 1992 and recounts his romances with three women, changing their names so that his daughter must guess which one became his wife.
  • Nim's Island
    2
    Abigail Breslin, Jodie Foster, Gerard Butler
    40 votes
    Life is an adventure for a courageous youngster named Nim (Abigail Breslin), who lives on an exotic island with her marine-biologist father. and a menagerie of animal friends. When Nim's father goes missing, she turns to the only person she knows who can help her: adventurer Alex Rover (Gerard Butler). But what she doesn't know is that Alex Rover is really Alexandra (Jodie Foster), a timid recluse. Though faint of heart, Alexandra must find the courage within herself to come to Nim's aid.
  • Air Buddies
    3
    Abigail Breslin, Michael Clarke Duncan, Molly Shannon
    26 votes
    Here's the delightful tale of teamwork and adventure your whole family will love! Air Bud is the proud father of five adorable puppies -- the hip-hoppin' B-Dawg, lovely RoseBud, mellow Bud-Dha, dirt-loving MudBud, and the big fella Budderball -- with an unbelievable secret: They can talk! And the hilarious, hair-raising exploits of these barking, talking, ball-playing pups will have you cheering as they run off on a daring rescue mission to save their parents! With the tail-waggin' star power of Michael Clarke Duncan (THE GREEN MILE), Richard Karn (TV's HOME IMPROVEMENT) and the legendary Don Knotts -- get in the game and share the family fun of this all-new feature!
  • Kit Kittredge: An American Girl
    4
    Abigail Breslin, Joan Cusack, Jane Krakowski
    35 votes
    Kit Kittredge (Abigail Breslin), a girl growing up in Depression-era Cincinnati, has a nose for news and a knack for picking up strays. When a crime spree hits the Ohio city, all evidence points to the local hobo community, particularly Kit's friend Will. She recruits her friends Ruthie and Stirling to sniff out the real thief, but the children uncover a plot that reaches far beyond Cincinnati.
  • Rango
    5
    Johnny Depp, Isla Fisher, Abigail Breslin
    34 votes
    In the animated adventure-comedy Rango, Rango, a chameleon (voiced by Johnny Depp), stumbles into the gritty, gun-slinging town of Dirt. An outsider in this parched outpost, he reinvents himself as a tough-talking sheriff to bring law and order. However, when bandits threaten the town's precious water supply, Rango faces his first real test of bravery. Directed by Gore Verbinski, this film won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It showcases a unique blend of comedy and action, with standout performances from Isla Fisher and Bill Nighy as supporting characters.
  • The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
    6
    Tim Allen, Martin Short, Elizabeth Mitchell
    32 votes
    Christmas cheer turns into holiday chaos when Scott Calvin (Tim Allen), aka Santa, invites his in-laws (Ann-Margret, Alan Arkin) for a visit and must, simultaneously, contend with Jack Frost's (Martin Short) scheme to take over the North Pole. Scott, his family and Head Elf Curtis must join forces to foil the nefarious plot.
  • Little Miss Sunshine
    7
    Greg Kinnear, Steve Carell, Toni Collette
    53 votes
    In the indie comedy-drama Little Miss Sunshine, the dysfunctional Hoover family embarks on an unpredictable road trip. Richard (Greg Kinnear), a motivational speaker, his wife, Sheryl (Toni Collette), their rebellious teenage son Dwayne (Paul Dano), and quirky 7-year-old Olive (Abigail Breslin) are joined by Edwin (Alan Arkin), a drug-addicted grandfather, and Frank (Steve Carell), Sheryl's suicidal brother. The ragtag group journey in their VW bus to California for Olive's chance to compete in the Little Miss Sunshine Pageant. This Academy Award-winning film is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and personal ambitions, each character grappling with their own dreams and disappointments.
  • The Ultimate Gift
    8
    Drew Fuller, James Garner, Abigail Breslin
    40 votes
    Jason Stevens (Drew Fuller) lives a life of wealth and privilege. When his grandfather (James Garner) dies, Jason expects to receive a hefty inheritance. Instead, however, Jason must set out on a journey of self-discovery to earn the true gift his grandfather meant for him to have. Along the way, Jason befriends a dying girl (Abigail Breslin) and her mother (Ali Hillis) and learns what is really important in life.
  • My Sister's Keeper
    9
    Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin, Alec Baldwin
    42 votes
    My Sister's Keeper, a poignant drama, unravels the story of a family thrown into turmoil by their daughter Kate's (Sofia Vassilieva) heartbreaking leukemia diagnosis. In a desperate attempt to save her, they genetically engineer a younger sister, Anna (Abigail Breslin), designed to be a perfect donor match. The narrative takes an unexpected twist when Anna, seeking medical emancipation, hires lawyer Campbell Alexander (Alec Baldwin). Directed by Nick Cassavetes, the film offers a riveting exploration of medical ethics and familial bonds, with performances that underscore the complexity of its characters' dilemmas.
  • The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement
    10
    Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Héctor Elizondo
    39 votes
    In The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) is thrust into a whirlwind of regality and responsibility. Now a graduate, she's set to take the throne of Genovia from her grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews). A hitch arises - an old law stipulates a princess must be married before coronation. A parade of suitors jostle for her hand. Among them, Nicholas Devereaux (Chris Pine), who seems to have ulterior motives. The film is a lighthearted romantic comedy, brimming with royal politics and palace intrigue, with no shortage of laughter and love.
  • Zombieland
    11
    Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone
    44 votes
    In a world overrun by zombies, Zombieland offers a thrilling comedic ride. Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), a nerdy college student, pairs up with Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), an unapologetic cowboy. They're joined by Wichita (Emma Stone) and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin), sisters with their own survival tactics. Together, they navigate their way across the zombie-infested United States in search of a safe haven. This 2009 horror-comedy is known for its unique blend of apocalyptic dread and humor, earning it critical acclaim as well as commercial success.
  • Signs
    12
    Mel Gibson, Joaquin Phoenix, Cherry Jones
    40 votes
    In the suspense-filled movie Signs, former priest Graham Hess (Mel Gibson) navigates a series of mysterious crop circles appearing on his farm. His brother Merrill (Joaquin Phoenix) and his two children, Morgan (Rory Culkin) and Bo (Abigail Breslin), join him in this perplexing journey. As they delve deeper into the enigma, they confront an unsettling reality that challenges their beliefs and survival instincts. Director M. Night Shyamalan weaves a tale that straddles the line between science fiction and horror, delivering a gripping narrative that keeps viewers on edge till the end.
  • Raising Helen
    13
    Kate Hudson, John Corbett, Joan Cusack
    34 votes
    Single and self-involved, Helen Harris (Kate Hudson) has a thriving fashion career and a lavish lifestyle in New York City. Helen is shocked to hear that her sister and brother-in-law have died in an accident, and alarmed that they have named her the guardian of their three kids (Hayden Panettiere, Spencer Breslin, Abigail Breslin). As the children struggle with the change, Helen has to decide whether she'll cling to her old ways or come to terms with her new family role.
  • Chestnut: Hero of Central Park
    14
    Abigail Breslin, Barry Bostwick, Ethan Phillips
    25 votes
    In this heartwarming family comedy, orphaned young sisters Sal and Rae think their dreams have come true when they find an adorable, abandoned Great Dane puppy and, on the same day, learn that theyve been adopted. But, when the girls arrive at their posh new Manhattan apartment, they discover the building has one strict rule: NO DOGS ALLOWED! Sal and Rae must use every hilarious trick in the book to hide their mischievous pup, survive in the big city, and create the family of their dreams. Their charming story will touch your heart and make you howl!
  • No Reservations
    15
    Catherine Zeta-Jones, Aaron Eckhart, Abigail Breslin
    32 votes
    Master chef Kate Armstrong (Catherine Zeta-Jones) runs her life and her kitchen with intimidating intensity. However, a recipe for disaster may be in the works when she becomes the guardian of her young niece (Abigail Breslin) while crossing forks with the brash sous-chef (Aaron Eckhart) who just joined her staff. Though romance blooms in the face of rivalry, Kate needs to look outside the kitchen to find true happiness.
  • Ender's Game
    16
    Harrison Ford, Asa Butterfield, Hailee Steinfeld
    32 votes
    In the gripping sci-fi thriller Ender's Game, young Ender Wiggin (Asa Butterfield), a genius in strategy and tactics, is recruited by Colonel Graff (Harrison Ford) to attend Battle School. Set in an unspecified future where Earth has survived two invasions by alien Formics, Ender's task is nothing less than saving mankind. His training involves complex war games, developing his skills and pushing him to his limits. Aided by Major Anderson (Viola Davis), Ender must outsmart his peers and prepare for an epic showdown with the Formics. The film was praised for its thought-provoking themes and stunning visual effects.
  • Perfect Sisters
    17
    Mira Sorvino, Abigail Breslin, Georgie Henley
    29 votes
    Perfect Sisters is a 2014 American crime drama film directed by Stanley M. Brooks. The film stars Abigail Breslin and Georgie Henley. The film was released on April 11, 2014. The film was based on the novel The Class Project: How to Kill a Mother, which itself was based on the real-life murder of Linda Andersen.
  • New Year's Eve
    18
    Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi
    30 votes
    Intertwining stories promise love, hope, forgiveness, second chances and more for a number of New Yorkers on the celebrated night. A rock star (Jon Bon Jovi) and his ex-lover (Katherine Heigl) clash at an exclusive party; a singer (Lea Michele) becomes stranded with a killjoy (Ashton Kutcher) on the way to a New Year's gig; a nurse (Halle Berry) stays with a dying patient (Robert De Niro) as he tries to hang on long enough to see the ball drop in Times Square one last time.
  • Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey
    19
    Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Hamill, William Shatner
    28 votes
    Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey is a 2010 animated educational sci-fi adventure film, written by Harry 'Doc' Kloor and directed by Kloor and Dan St. Pierre, as a science fiction film that takes the viewer on an atomic adventure in space. The voice cast originally included Christian Slater, John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Michael York, and James Earl Jones, but the cast changed in 2008, reflecting a new script that detailed a host of new discoveries made by the Cassini Huygens mission to Saturn. Using a cast of major actors to provide their voices to the characters, the film was initiated by JPL/NASA through a grant from Jet Propulsion Lab via the international Cassini Huygens mission to Saturn.
  • Zombieland: Double Tap
    20
    Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone
    7 votes
    In the comedic horror sequel, Zombieland: Double Tap, we once more join the resilient foursome - Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) - as they continue to navigate a post-apocalyptic America overrun by zombies. Their journey is further complicated by evolved, harder-to-kill zombies, internal tensions, and unexpected new companions. The film, directed by Ruben Fleischer, delivers a potent blend of laughter and terror while exploring the dynamics of an unconventional family in a world gone mad. The writing duo Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick return to deliver another hit filled with wit and action.
  • Janie Jones
    21
    Elisabeth Shue, Brittany Snow, Abigail Breslin
    26 votes
    Janie Jones is a 2010 drama film written and directed by David M. Rosenthal. "Aspiring recording artist Ethan Brand gets a stunning surprise on the opening night of a tour – a strung out former groupie appears unexpectedly, pleading with him to care for their daughter while she pulls herself together. Enter Janie Jones." Quoting the program note from the 2010 TIFF site.
  • Zambezia
    22
    Samuel L. Jackson, Jeff Goldblum, Leonard Nimoy
    22 votes
    Zambezia is a 2012 South African 3D computer-animated comedy-drama adventure film, which was released on July 3, 2012. It was directed by Wayne Thornley, written by Andrew Cook, Raffaella Delle Donne, and Anthony Silverston, it is the first film produced by Triggerfish Animation Studios and distributed by Cinema Management Group and Sony Pictures in English territories. This film features the voice talents of Jeremy Suarez, Abigail Breslin, Jeff Goldblum, Leonard Nimoy, and Samuel L. Jackson. It tells the story of a young falcon bird who leaves the desolate desert where he lives with his father to discover action and adventure in the big city of Zambezia.
  • Dear Eleanor
    23
    Abigail Breslin, Spencer Breslin, Taylor Lautner
    22 votes
  • The Wild Bunch
    24

    The Wild Bunch

    Elizabeth Hurley, Willem Dafoe, Abigail Breslin
    23 votes
  • Family Plan
    25
    Chloë Grace Moretz, Tori Spelling, Abigail Breslin
    23 votes
    Family Plan is a made for television movie filmed in Los Angeles by Mat IV Productions in association with Alpine Media and Larry Levinson Productions and presented by Hallmark Entertainment. It premiered on February 12, 2005 on Hallmark Channel, as part of their Valentine's Day celebration.
  • Keane
    26
    Damian Lewis, Abigail Breslin, Amy Ryan
    23 votes
    Keane (Damian Lewis) is a mentally unbalanced man who roams the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City, looking for his daughter, who was supposedly kidnapped a year earlier. When he's not at the bus station he holes up in a dingy hotel, numbing himself with drugs and alcohol. But when Lynn (Amy Ryan), a young single mother, and her daughter, Kira (Abigail Breslin), check into the hotel, Keane reaches out to help them, and he ends up helping himself at the same time.
  • Innocence
    27

    Innocence

    Liya Kebede, Kelly Reilly, Stephanie March
    24 votes
    Innocence is a 2012 drama film directed by Hilary Brougher based on a novel by Jane Mendelson.