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Our Complete List Of Anna Faris Movies In Order Of Release looks at the amazing filmography of the great Anna Farris. Who doesn’t love Anna Farris? She is incredibly beautiful with a girl-next-door personality. She was perfect for the Scary Move series in which we first discovered her. We have loved her ever since. Anna Faris, with her infectious comedic talent, has been a staple in Hollywood comedies and more for decades. Her roles, which span across genres from pure slapstick to subtle humor, have left audiences laughing and at times introspective. Let’s delve deep into some notable titles of her vast filmography:
1 – Eden (1996)
“Eden” saw Anna Faris making her film debut. Released in 1996, she played the character Dithy. The movie is set in a luxury resort in the desert where a technician’s arrival starts to complicate matters for everyone. Unfortunately, due to its limited release, detailed box office and production credits are hard to come by for this lesser-known film.
2 – Lovers Lane (1999)
In “Lovers Lane,” released in 1999, Anna Faris took on the role of Jannelle Bay. This horror film revolves around a man who escaped from a mental institution returning to his hometown on Valentine’s Day to exact revenge on the citizens. It’s a lesser-known slasher that hasn’t quite gained the popularity of other movies of its kind.
3 – Scary Movie (2000)
The satirical comedy “Scary Movie” was a significant hit when it was released on July 7, 2000. Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans and produced by the Wayans Brothers under the banner of Dimension Films, the film humorously references many popular horror movies. Anna Faris’ iconic portrayal of Cindy Campbell can be credited for a significant part of the film’s success. “Scary Movie” managed to gross over $278 million worldwide against a budget of $19 million, becoming a massive success and spawning numerous sequels.
4 – Lost in Translation (2003)
While it’s not a lead role, Anna Faris’ performance in Sofia Coppola’s “Lost in Translation” is worth noting. Released in 2003, she plays Kelly, an effervescent actress. The film, primarily centered on Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson’s characters, looks into two lost souls finding a connection in a foreign country. Produced by Sofia Coppola and Ross Katz and distributed by Focus Features, the film earned over $119 million globally, with significant critical acclaim and awards to its name.
5 – The Hot Chick (2002)
This comedy was released on December 13, 2002. Directed by Tom Brady and produced by John Schneider and Carr D’Angelo, it revolves around a popular high school girl named Jessica, played by Rachel McAdams, who switches bodies with a small-time criminal due to a cursed pair of earrings. Anna Faris stars as April, Jessica’s best friend who helps her navigate through this unexpected and hilarious identity crisis. Distributed by Touchstone Pictures, the film grossed over $54 million worldwide.
6 – Winter Break (2003)
Released in 2003, “Winter Break” sees Anna Faris as Justine. The film, directed by Marni Banack and produced by John J. Kelly, revolves around a recent college graduate who is not quite ready to take on the responsibilities of adulthood. Distributed by Freestyle Releasing, the movie didn’t manage to leave a significant mark at the box office but was appreciated for its humor.
7 – Scary Movie 3 (2003)
The third installment in the “Scary Movie” franchise was released on October 24, 2003. Directed by David Zucker and produced by Robert K. Weiss under Dimension Films, this sequel continues with the comedic parodies, this time focusing more on the supernatural genre of movies. Anna Faris reprises her role as Cindy Campbell, the clueless yet endearing protagonist. The movie performed quite well, grossing over $220 million worldwide.
8 – Brokeback Mountain (2005)
A film that needs little introduction, “Brokeback Mountain” was released on December 9, 2005. Directed by Ang Lee and produced by Diana Ossana and James Schamus, it’s a moving tale of a complex romantic relationship between two cowboys, played by Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal. Anna Faris has a minor yet impactful role as Lashawn Malone. Distributed by Focus Features, the film not only won multiple awards but also grossed over $178 million globally.
9 – Just Friends (2005)
In “Just Friends”, released on November 23, 2005, Anna Faris took on the role of Samantha James. Directed by Roger Kumble and produced by Chris Bender, the romantic comedy deals with Chris, played by Ryan Reynolds, a formerly overweight high school nerd, who returns to his hometown and tries to reconnect with his old crush. Samantha James is a quirky, self-absorbed pop star who complicates Chris’s plans. The film, distributed by New Line Cinema, made over $50 million worldwide.
10 – Scary Movie 4 (2006)
Directed by David Zucker and produced by Craig Mazin, “Scary Movie 4”, released on April 14, 2006, continued the franchise’s trend of humorously spoofing popular films. Anna Faris returned as Cindy Campbell, the series’ perpetually confused heroine. This installment saw Faris’s character poking fun at movies like “War of the Worlds” and “The Grudge”. The film was again a commercial success, grossing over $178 million globally under the banner of Dimension Films.
11 – My Super Ex-Girlfriend (2006)
This rom-com was released on July 21, 2006. Directed by Ivan Reitman and produced by Arnon Milchan, it tells the story of a man, played by Luke Wilson, who learns that his girlfriend is a superhero. Things take a wild turn when he decides to break up with her. Anna Faris portrays Hannah Lewis, a colleague and love interest. Twentieth Century Fox released the film, which grossed over $60 million worldwide.
12 – The House Bunny (2008)
In “The House Bunny”, Anna Faris plays Shelley Darlington, a former Playboy bunny who gets kicked out of the Playboy Mansion and becomes the house mother to the socially awkward girls of Zeta Alpha Zeta sorority. Released on August 22, 2008, and directed by Fred Wolf, this comedy was produced by Adam Sandler, Jack Giarraputo, Allen Covert, and Heather Parry. Distributed by Columbia Pictures, it grossed over $70 million worldwide, demonstrating Faris’s drawing power as a lead comedic actress.
13 – Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel (2009)
This British comedy-science fiction film was released in 2009, with Anna Faris taking on the role of Cassie. Directed by Gareth Carrivick and produced by Neil Peplow, the story revolves around three social outcasts who experience a series of time-traveling mishaps at their local pub. Distributed by HBO Films, the film has since become a cult classic among sci-fi enthusiasts.
14 – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)
In this animated adventure, Anna Faris voices Sam Sparks, a weather intern aspiring to be a full-fledged reporter. Released on September 18, 2009, and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the film is about an inventor who creates a machine that turns water into food. When things go awry, it’s up to him and Sam to save the day. Produced by Sony Pictures Animation, the film was a massive hit, grossing over $243 million worldwide.
15 – Yogi Bear (2010)
Released on December 17, 2010, this live-action/animated film featured Anna Faris as Rachel Johnson. Eric Brevig directed the movie, which focuses on Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo as they try to prevent their park from being shut down. Produced by Donald De Line and Karen Rosenfelt, and released by Warner Bros., the film made over $200 million at the global box office.
16 – Take Me Home Tonight (2011)
In this romantic comedy set in the 1980s, Anna Faris portrays Wendy Franklin. The film, released on March 4, 2011, follows a recent MIT grad, played by Topher Grace, as he tries to pursue his high school crush during a wild Labor Day weekend party. Directed by Michael Dowse and produced by Jim Whitaker and Susan Bowen, the film is a nostalgic trip back to the ’80s. Relativity Media distributed the movie.
17 – What’s Your Number? (2011)
Released on September 30, 2011, Anna Faris starred as Ally Darling in this romantic comedy. Directed by Mark Mylod and produced by Beau Flynn and Tripp Vinson, the plot revolves around Ally’s quest to find out if any of her ex-boyfriends are worth rekindling a relationship with, using the idea that women who have 20 or more lovers are unlikely to ever get married. The film was distributed by 20th Century Fox and grossed over $30 million worldwide.
18 – The Dictator (2012)
In “The Dictator”, released on May 16, 2012, Anna Faris played Zoey, a feminist and health store owner. The film was directed by Larry Charles and showcased Sacha Baron Cohen as a fictional dictator who risks his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he oppressed. The film was produced by Sacha Baron Cohen, Alec Berg, David Mandel, and Jeff Schaffer. Distributed by Paramount Pictures, the film was a commercial success, grossing over $179 million globally.
19 – Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (2013)
Anna Faris returned as the voice of Sam Sparks in this sequel, which was released on September 27, 2013. The film, directed by Cody Cameron and Kris Pearn, followed the aftermath of the first movie, with Flint Lockwood and his friends forced to battle food-animal hybrids. Produced by Kirk Bodyfelt and distributed by Sony Pictures Animation, it was a box office success, garnering over $274 million worldwide.
20 – 22 Jump Street (2014)
In this action-comedy sequel, Anna Faris made a cameo appearance. Released on June 13, 2014, the film was directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. It follows officers Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) as they go undercover at a college. Produced by Neal H. Moritz, Jonah Hill, and Channing Tatum, the film was released by Columbia Pictures and grossed over $331 million worldwide.
21 – Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2015)
In the fourth installment of the Alvin and the Chipmunks film series, Anna Faris voiced Jeanette Miller, one of the Chipettes. Released on December 18, 2015, and directed by Walt Becker, the film follows Alvin, Simon, and Theodore as they believe Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in Miami and dump them. They have three days to get to him and stop the proposal. Produced by Ross Bagdasarian and Janice Karman, and distributed by 20th Century Fox, it grossed over $234 million worldwide.
22 – Keanu (2016)
Anna Faris played a fictionalized version of herself in this action-comedy, released on April 29, 2016. Directed by Peter Atencio, the film follows two friends (played by Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele) who infiltrate a gang to retrieve a stolen cat. The movie, which was produced by Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, had a worldwide gross of over $20 million.
23 – The Emoji Movie (2017)
Anna Faris lent her voice to the character Jailbreak/Princess Linda in this animated feature. Released on July 28, 2017, the movie delves into the secret world within a teenager’s smartphone. Directed by Tony Leondis and produced by Michelle Raimo Kouyate, the film was distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing. Though it was criticized by many, it still managed to gross over $217 million globally.
24 – Overboard (2018)
Anna Faris starred alongside Eugenio Derbez in this remake of the 1987 film of the same name. She played Kate Sullivan, a single, working-class mother who convinces a wealthy playboy with amnesia that they are a married couple. Directed by Rob Greenberg and produced by Eugenio Derbez, Benjamin Odell, and Bob Fisher, the film was released on May 4, 2018. Distributed by Lionsgate, “Overboard” made over $91 million at the box office worldwide.
25 – The Estate (2022)
Anna Farris starred with Toni Collette in a very dark comedy about a group of sisters trying to win the favor of an Aunt they stand to inherit a great fortune from. The film presented moviegoers with an all-star cast featuring Toni Collette as Macey, Anna Faris as Savannah, David Duchovny as Richard, Rosemarie DeWitt as Beatrice, Kathleen Turner as Aunt Hilda, Ron Livingston as James, Keyla Monterroso Mejia as Ellen and Danny Vinson as Bill.
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