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Halle Berry’s Movies Ranked From Worst to Best

From the ‘X-Men’ franchise, to ‘Monster’s Ball,’ to ‘Catwoman,’ we’re exploring the Oscar winner’s wide-ranging filmography.

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One look at Halle Berry’s extensive list of credits showcases her incredible range. Action, drama, comedy, sci-fi — she has literally done it all. She’s been entertaining audiences for more than 30 years, consistently giving fans something new in every movie.

With her new Netflix film “The Union” now streaming, we thought it was time to take a look at Berry’s spectacular filmography. They may not all be instant classics, but they’re certainly memorable. Before you fire up Netflix and hit play on “The Union,” check out Berry’s films ranked from worst to best, according to Rotten Tomatoes.

Dark Tide – 0%

You can probably skip this one in which Berry plays a shark expert who must take a dangerous expedition to save her business.

Movie 43 – 5%

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Several short comedy segments are combined into one film with a ridiculously star-studded cast.

New Year’s Eve – 7%

This rom-com features multiple stories of love and relationships that revolve around the last night of the year. Obviously, it all culminates at midnight.

Catwoman – 8%

The much maligned action film isn’t as bad as everyone thinks. It’s certainly better than eight percent.

Strictly Business – 10%

You know you love the Black movie classic starring Tommy Davidson and Joseph C. Phillips. “Father Hood” co-starring Patrick Swayze and “Perfect Stranger” with Bruce Willis are also at 10 percent.

Kings – 13%

Berry and Daniel Craig are unlikely neighbors who must come together during the 1992 L.A. riots to protect her kids. The revenge thriller “The Rich Man’s Wife” is also at 13 percent.

B.A.P.S. – 15%

This is an instance where critics and fans aren’t watching the same movie, as Berry has said this is one of the films people approach her about the most. It’s another Black movie classic she’s gifted us with. Horror film “Gothika” is also at 15 percent.

Race the Sun – 22%

If you like movies in which the scrappy underdogs beat the richer, more powerful team, then this one is right up your alley. It’s a really cute family film that features a few future stars.

The Flintstones – 23%

Long before movies based on existing IP was the norm, “The Flintstones” cast Berry as Fred’s sexy secretary, because who else would you get?

Frankie & Alice – 24%

The drama is a lot to handle, but Berry’s performance of Frankie’s separate personalities is another reminder of just how amazingly talented she is.

Swordfish – 26%

There’s a lot of moving parts to this action film co-starring Hugh Jackman, John Travolta and Don Cheadle, but it’s a fun popcorn flick to check out on a Saturday afternoon.

Moonfall – 35%

If you love disaster movies that don’t make sense with tons of destruction, then “Moonfall” is for you.

The Program – 43%

The temptation of fame in college football is the focus of this still-relevant 1993 sports drama.

The Call – 44%

Berry is a 911 operator who must overcome her trauma to save a kidnapped teenage girl.

Losing Isaiah – 45%

This 1995 drama was the first time mainstream audiences saw beyond the actress’ beauty to her talent. We always knew she was awesome.

The Last Boy Scout – 46%

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They just made action movies different in the early ‘90s. They didn’t hold back on the explosions in the good old days.

Boomerang – 49%

To quote the queen: “Love should’ve brought your ass home last night.”

Bruised – 50%

Berry directed and starred in the brutal MMA drama. She worked through extreme pain so the film wouldn’t be shut down.

Why Do Fools Fall in Love – 52%

Honestly, she should have her own holiday for giving us so many Black movie classics.

Die Another Day – 55%

We’re still waiting for that Jinx spinoff. Or better yet, just let her be the new 007.

X-Men: The Last Stand – 57%

We’ve finally reached the Storm portion of our list with her lowest ranked “X-Men” film.

Executive Decision – 62%

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This film is a checklist of ‘90s action movies. Set on a plane with a big star who gets killed early, with an unexpected hero who saves the day. It’s a textbook action movie.

Robots – 64%

Who doesn’t love funny, adorable robots?

Things We Lost in the Fire – 65%

No one does heart-wrenching grief like Halle Berry.

Cloud Atlas 66%

Along with her co-stars, Berry plays several roles across multiple time periods in this unique story.

The Union – 70%

Berry is a spy who enlists her regular-guy ex-boyfriend to help with a big mission.

Bulworth – 76%

Warren Beatty may think he’s the reason this political comedy was a success, but we all know it was Berry who made the story believable.

Jungle Fever – 80%

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Halle’s role in the Spike Lee Joint is small but memorable. This was her breakout moment where people took notice of her potential.

X-Men – 82%

While there was controversy about Berry’s casting as the popular superhero, her performance always featured the perfect balance of defiance and compassion.

Introducing Dorothy Dandridge – 82%

Though she received an Oscar for “Monster’s Ball,” “Introducing Dorothy Dandridge” might be Halle’s best performance. She brilliantly embodies both the famous sex symbol ahead of her time and the woman who just wants someone to see the real her.

Monster’s Ball – 85%

Speaking of “Monster’s Ball…” While it’s the big dramatic moments that get attention, it’s the quiet, emotional scenes that showcase her character work.

X2: X-Men United – 85%

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This is where Storm got her best chance to shine, as she’s the one who saves Professor X and all of humanity.

John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum – 89%

If there’s one thing that the other “John Wick” films was missing, it was Halle Berry. She brought heart back to the franchise.

X-Men: Days of Future Past – 90%

We don’t get a lot of Storm in “Days of Future Past,” but what we do get is heartbreaking and inspiring.

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