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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.

Photo: Getty Images Amy Sussman

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.

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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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ipC-bjnH4A

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%

Screenshot: Movieclips/YouTube Screenshot: Movieclips/YouTube

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

New Year’s Eve - 7%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nacCKxGffw

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5q1hwfAYG-o

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

Strictly Business - 10%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo4Nja4ITBE

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqZIo7MFV0w

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSJmJ4r4bxs

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tiRbu__c20

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnJ7I04cf9A

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8e-dsIUHfg

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFwtY1bxlNc

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivIwdQBlS10

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

The Program - 43%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBOwtSdtAYg

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

The Call - 44%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2I85cPlhk0

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

Losing Isaiah - 45%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5i-SK8I8-w

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%

Photo: Getty Images Phillip Faraone Photo: Getty Images Phillip Faraone

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmwWmBeOCnU

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

Bruised - 50%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMu8K0l8ggA

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABKAHvg5rBA

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

Die Another Day - 55%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DonM7tDGzEg

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

X-Men: The Last Stand - 57%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wGXn2vWVao

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

Executive Decision - 62%

Screenshot: Movieclips/YouTube Screenshot: Movieclips/YouTube

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyLI71Z0RF4

Who doesn’t love funny, adorable robots?

Things We Lost in the Fire - 65%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXQn-YibH0s

No one does heart-wrenching grief like Halle Berry.

Cloud Atlas 66%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByehYal_cCs

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

The Union - 70%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vea9SdnRMyg

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

Bulworth - 76%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWca7MI-RBs

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%

Photo: Getty Images Greg Doherty Photo: Getty Images Greg Doherty

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNxwlx6etXI

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roSgZKI7Gh8

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llgL7mGYVTI

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%

Screenshot: Storm Brasil/YouTube Screenshot: Storm Brasil/YouTube

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_SGtDhLG3Q

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%

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnGPBLAHxXk

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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