Every Amy Poehler Movie And TV Show, Ranked

Alex Alvarez
Updated September 6, 2023
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Amy Poehler is one of the most successful and beloved actresses in Hollywood. She has starred in some of the most popular movies and TV shows of the past few decades, and we're ranking them from best to worst using votes from fans like you. Poehler first gained widespread attention for her work on the sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. Since then she has acted in several comedic movies, including Mean Girls and Baby Mama, just to name a few. As an in-demand actress who takes on hilarious and smart projects, we can't wait to see what she does next.

Vote up all your favorite Amy Poehler film and television series. This will help other fans to know what to watch next so don't hesitate to vote down the ones you think they should skip. Of course. you want to stream these movies and shows immediately. That's why we've included Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, HBO Max, and Paramount+ buttons below each item so you can stream them whenever you want.

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  • Parks and Recreation
    1

    Parks and Recreation

    TV Program
    15 votes

    Role: Leslie Knope

    In a charming small-town setting, Parks and Recreation brings together an ensemble cast of quirky characters who make up the local government's Parks Department. Led by the relentlessly optimistic Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler), this mockumentary-style comedy series delves into the daily workings of the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana. Throughout its seven-season run, the show garnered numerous awards and nominations, including a Golden Globe win for Poehler. With memorable performances from Nick Offerman as Ron Swanson and Aubrey Plaza as April Ludgate, Parks and Recreation finds humor in the mundane while also exploring deeper themes of friendship, community, and personal growth.

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  • Inside Out
    2

    Inside Out

    Film (2015)
    10 votes
    • Actors: Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Richard Kind, Bill Hader, Lewis Black
    • Released: 2015
    • Directed by: Pete Docter

    Role: Joy

    In the vibrant animation Inside Out, a young girl named Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) navigates the complexities of a new city and school, guided by her unique emotions. These emotions - Joy (Amy Poehler), Sadness (Phyllis Smith), Fear (Bill Hader), Anger (Lewis Black), and Disgust (Mindy Kaling) - reside in Headquarters, the control center inside Riley's mind. As Riley's life takes unexpected turns, so does the harmony within Headquarters. The film delicately explores emotion-driven decision-making, earning an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. This Pixar creation is not just a movie; it's an enlightening journey into the human psyche.

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  • Saturday Night Live
    3

    Saturday Night Live

    TV Program
    8 votes

    Role: Various characters

    A long-standing staple in the world of television comedy, Saturday Night Live has been gracing screens since 1975, delivering a mix of witty sketches, biting satire, and memorable characters. With numerous awards under its belt, including 73 Primetime Emmy Awards, the show's impact on popular culture is undeniable. Each week, viewers are treated to a fresh array of sketches featuring both cast members and guest hosts, such as the iconic "Wayne's World" segment with Mike Myers (Wayne Campbell) and Dana Carvey (Garth Algar). The show continually evolves to stay relevant, offering a humorous take on current events and societal issues.

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  • Baby Mama
    4

    Baby Mama

    Film (2008)
    8 votes
    • Actors: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Greg Kinnear, Dax Shepard, Romany Malco
    • Released: 2008
    • Directed by: Michael McCullers

    Role: Angie

    When single executive Kate Holbrook (Tina Fey) decides the time is right to finally have a baby, she hires a working-class woman (Amy Poehler) from South Philadelphia to act as her surrogate mother. However, Kate's careful planning goes out the window when the woman shows up on her doorstep needing a place to live. A comic battle of wills breaks out between the pair as they prepare for the blessed event and try not to kill one another in the process.

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  • Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
    5
    • Actors: Zachary Levi, David Cross, Jason Lee, Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler
    • Released: 2009
    • Directed by: Betty Thomas

    Role: Eleanor

    Now in the care of Dave Seville's nephew (Zachary Levi), chipmunks Alvin, Simon and Theodore take a break from pop-music stardom and return to school. Almost immediately, the tiny tunesmiths get the giant task of saving their school's music program by winning a battle-of-the-bands contest. Though the boys think winning it will be easy, romantic and musical sparks fly when they meet Brittany, Eleanor and Jeannette -- also known as The Chipettes.

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  • Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked
    6
    • Actors: Jason Lee, David Cross, Jenny Slate, Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler
    • Released: 2011
    • Directed by: Mike Mitchell

    Role: Eleanor

    Dave Seville (Jason Lee), the Chipmunks (Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler, Jesse McCartney) and the Chipettes are taking a luxury cruise to the International Music Awards. Of course, Alvin cannot resist the urge to create havoc, and the singing rodents soon find themselves marooned on a seemingly deserted island. While Dave and an unlikely ally launch a search, Alvin and company discover that they are not alone on the island, as they first thought.

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