Kate Hudson is a celebrated actress who is praised for her bubbly and endearing personality, having first rose to prominence in Almost Famous. The child of Hollywood great Goldie Hawn and step-daughter to Kurt Russell, Hudson quickly became a household name when she starred as Penny Lane in the critically-acclaimed Cameron Crowe masterpiece.
The alluring performer would continue to dominate the big screen and swiftly established herself as a romantic comedy darling, with notable roles in flicks like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Bride Wars,and You, Me, and Dupree before ultimately branching out and starring in thrillers like The Killer in Me and biographical drama Marshall.
With a career spanning over 25 years, Hudson has starred in numerous films of every genre and delivered memorable performances. These are Kate Hudson’s best movies, ranked by Rotten Tomatoes.
15 The Skeleton Key - 37%
The spine-tingling 2005 Southern gothic horror film The Skeleton Key centers on hospice aide Caroline Ellis (Kate Hudson) as she takes on the job as a caretaker for an elderly couple at a remote Louisiana plantation house and discovers a dark and sinister secret lies beneath its walls. Caroline finds herself caught up in an ominous and life-threatening situation as she investigates the sprawling property and its former occupants.
Co-starring veteran stars Gena Rowlands and John Hurt, the chilling picture earned some praise for its foreboding atmosphere and performances but was ultimately criticized for leaning heavily on Southern gothic and horror genre clichés and for its uninspired screenplay.
14 Nine - 39%
Touting a phenomenal star-studded cast including Daniel Day-Lewis, Marion Cotillard, and Nicole Kidman, the 2009 romantic musical drama Nine is an adaptation of the stage play of the same name. It centers on revered Italian filmmaker Guido Contini as he struggles to find balance and fulfillment both personally and professionally while juggling the many demanding women in his life. Kate Hudson appears as Vogue fashion journalist Stephanie Necrophorus, who serves as one of many inspirations for Guido's writer's block.
Despite its stacked ensemble, Nine garnered mixed reviews from critics and failed to make a splash at the box office, with many calling the plot formulaic and its pacing and screenplay chaotic. Nonetheless, the musical still earned four Academy Award nominations and five Golden Globe nods among numerous other accolades.
13 The Four Feathers - 42%
Hudson appeared alongside Heath Ledger, Wes Bentley, and Djimon Hounsou in the 2002 war drama The Four Feathers, telling the story of a young British officer who, during the British Army's Gordon Relief Expedition, resigns from his position due to his own personal reservations about going to war, attracting anger and disdain from his friends and loved ones.
The drama was based on the A.E.W. Mason novel of the same name that examined both the cowardice and courage prevalent during times of war, but ultimately failed to resonate with critics and audiences as it became a box office dud. Though many appreciated the stunning visuals in the picture, others weren't impressed by the ambivalent screenplay and lackluster characters.
12 How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days - 47%
Kate Hudson became a bona fide leading lady when she starred opposite Matthew McConaughey in the beloved 2003 romantic comedy How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, which features the actress as a savvy writer who is creating an article about how to get a man to dump you, and her target just so happens to be an advertising executive who is out to make a woman fall in love with him within the same amount of time.
The magnetic chemistry of Hudson and McConaughey helped the fun rom-com dominate the box office and become a certified staple of its genre, with moviegoers giving the flick an A- CinemaScore in spite of a lackluster critical response. The dynamic duo's charm and massive appeal led to the actors teaming up once again five years later in the 2008 action rom com Fool's Gold, much to the delight of audiences everywhere.
11 Wish I Was Here - 47%
Zach Braff directed and starred in the 2014 dramedy Wish I Was Here, in which the Scrubs star portrays a Hollywood actor struggling to balance his career and family life as a husband and dad after he attempts to homeschool his children, inspiring him to face the current state of his life. Hudson appears as the man's hardworking wife who attempts to support her partner and encourages him to reconnect with their kids and make the most out of the difficult situation.
Braff's efforts as a filmmaker and finessing of the craft earned appreciation from reviewers, as did the performances of the talented cast members, but many felt it didn't bring anything new to the table and was a self-indulgent project that couldn't quite find its tone or voice.
10 The Killer Inside Me - 55%
Adapted from the Jim Thompson novel of the same name, the 2010 crime drama The Killer Inside Me features the talents of Casey Affleck, Jessica Alba, and Kate Hudson and follows Deputy Sheriff Lou Ford as he attempts to keep his violent and sadistic sociopathic tendencies under wraps in a small Texas town during the 1950s. Hudson appears as the homicidal lawman's schoolteacher girlfriend, who begins to suspect that something isn't right with her intended husband-to-be.
The Killer Inside Me was heavily criticized due to its violent brutal depiction of violence towards women and for its graphic subject matter, but did earn appreciation for its stylish cinematography, taut atmosphere, and commanding performances.
9 The Reluctant Fundamentalist - 57%
In the 2012 political thriller The Reluctant Fundamentalist, a Pakistani man and aspiring Wall Street bigwig (Riz Ahmed) becomes a target of racism and hostility in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and finds his hope of achieving the American Dream unjustly compromised. Liev Schreiber, Kiefer Sutherland, and Kate Hudson co-star in the thought-provoking drama, which shines a light on America's unease and the immense xenophobia that occurred in the wake of the devastating tragedy.
The picture had its worldwide premiere at the Venice International Film Festival and garnered a mixed bag response but was appreciated for its important message and moving premise. It won numerous accolades during its release including the German Film Award for Peace.
8 Dr. T & The Women - 57%
In the endearing 2000 romantic comedy Dr. T & The Women, Richard Gere headlines a star-studded cast featuring Helen Hunt, Farrah Fawcett, Laura Dern, and Kate Hudson. It portrays the titular gynecologist as he masterfully attempts to take care of his many patients and finds his personal life being affected by his needy and devoted clients. Hudson appears as Dr. T's daughter Dee Dee, who is engaged to be married despite sharing a secret romance with her close friend and maid-of-honor (Liv Tyler).
While critics appreciated Gere's commanding performance as the exhausted doctor scrambling to satisfy the many needs of the women in his life, audiences weren't too impressed by the chaotic nature of the storyline, earning an F audience CinemaScore.
7 About Adam - 69%
Stuart Townsend stars as a magnetic lothario who seduces four enamored siblings in the 2000 romantic comedy About Adam, with Kate Hudson appearing as one of the many objects of the young man's affections whose family becomes fascinated by the charming Dubliner. Townsend delivers an absorbing performance as the love drunk eponymous character who leaves devoted and passionate admirers everywhere he goes, causing quite an uproar with the close-knit clan.
Hudson's portrayal as the head-over-heels in love Lucy Owens atrracted rave reviews, with CNN.com commenting, "If anybody still thinks Kate Hudson is getting too much mileage out of being Goldie Hawn's daughter, they'll be pleasantly surprised by the range she shows in About Adam."
6 Mona Lisa and the Blue Moon - 75%
Jun Jung-seo and Kate Hudson headline the 2022 fantasy thriller Mona Lisa and the Blue Moon, and portray unlikely partners-in-crime who befriend one another after the titular characters escapes from an insane asylum and goes on the run, using her supernatural powers to help make herself and eager accomplice Bonnie Belle (Hudson) make some quick money. The savvy duo's exploits attract the unwanted attention of a determined detective (Craig Robinson) who sets out to put an end to their lucrative crime spree.
After having its worldwide premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Mona Lisa and the Blue Moon debuted to positive praise from both critics and audiences, with the lead actresses' dynamic performances and the thriller's bold storytelling attracting rave reviews.
5 Marshall - 81%
In the Oscar-nominated 2017 biographical legal drama Marshall, the late and great Chadwick Boseman brilliantly appears as civil rights leader and first African American Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, with the compelling picture chronicling the prominent figure's first major cases in his decorated career, and features the additional talent of stars like Josh Gad, Kate Hudson, and Dan Stevens.
Hudson stars as Eleanor Strubing, who accuses Joseph Spell (Sterling K. Brown) of rape and whose case was taken on by Marshall and subsequently won. The riveting courtroom drama was a massive critical successful, with Boseman's role as the celebrated jurist being lauded for his absorbing and dominating portrayal.
4 Deepwater Horizon - 83%
Mark Wahlberg appears as determined Chief electronics technician Mike Williams who fights for the lives of both his colleagues and himself after a devastating drilling rig causes a deadly blowout in the 2016 disaster drama Deepwater Horizon, which recounts the pulse-pounding real life oil spill and lethal explosion that occurred on April 20, 2010. Featuring additional cast members including Kurt Russell, John Malkovich, and Dylan O'Brien, Hudson appears as Mike's encouraging wife Felicia, who rallies when news of the accident hits the mainland.
While Deepwater Horizon failed to make a major splash at the box office, critics lauded the film for staying faithful to the actual events of the explosion and commended its thrilling action sequences and eye-opening insight into the deadly disaster.
3 Kung Fu Panda 3 - 86%
Hudson provided her vocals to the fan-favorite 2016 blockbuster animated hit Kung Fu Panda 3, joining franchise stars like Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, and Dustin Hoffman in the martial arts comedy that follows the giant lovable panda Po as he continues mastering his craft and reconnects with his estranged father while teaching a new group of aspiring martial-arts. Along the way, Po crosses paths with the nefarious spirit warrior Kai (J.K. Simmons) and the passionate ribbon-dancing panda Mei Mei (Hudson).
Kung Fu Panda 3went on to become Hudson's highest-grossing film of her career, raking in over $521 million worldwide and debuting to universal praise, with critics appreciating its refreshing narrative and stunning visuals. Its massive success led to a Netflix original animated series and an upcoming fourth installment that is scheduled to be released in 2024.
2 Almost Famous - 89%
Hudson skyrocketed to widespread fame when she portrayed ultimate groupie Penny Lane in Cameron Crowe's acclaimed 2000 dramedy masterpiece Almost Famous, which tells the spellbinding story of a child prodigy and gifted teenage journalist (Patrick Fugit) as he travels with the popular rock band Stillwater while covering the band and its hypnotic lead singer Russell Hammond (Billy Crudup). Penny Lane takes the aspiring writer under her wing and provides insight to life as a groupie and the thrill of the rock n' roll world.
Hudson received an Academy Award nomination and took home a Golden Globe for her unforgettable portrayal of the lively and passionate Penny, while Almost Famous also nabbed Cameron Crowe the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. The picture remains a beloved cult classic that is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time and also helped launched the careers of its spectacular ensemble cast.
1 Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery - 92%
The wildly entertaining 2022 mystery film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery is the highly-anticipated follow-up to the cinematic smash hit Knives Out and once again centers on the exceptional master detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) as he travels to a beautiful private island in Greece and is challenged with solving many difficult puzzles and a tricky murder where all of the island's guests harbor deadly and dangerous secrets. Kate Hudson joins an exceptional ensemble including Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, and Kathryn Hahn, sensationally portraying problematic supermodel-turned-fasionista Birdie Jay.
Like its predecessor, Glass Onion received rave reviews from both critics and audiences, with the mystery's clever screenplay, lively performances, and exciting twists and turns garnering immense appreciation. The Rian Johnson film earned two Golden Globe nods and an Oscar nomination, and was named one of the top ten films of the year by the National Board of Review.
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