The Best Catherine O'Hara Movies

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List of the best Catherine O'Hara movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Catherine O'Hara's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Catherine O'Hara movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Catherine O'Hara movies will be at the top of the list. Catherine O'Hara has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Catherine O'Hara movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Catherine O'Hara films to end the squabble once and for all.

If you think the best Catherine O'Hara role isn't at the top, then upvote it so it has the chance to become number one. The greatest Catherine O'Hara performances didn't necessarily come from the best movies, but in most cases they go hand in hand.

List films include A Monster in Paris, Frankenweenie and many additional films as well.

"This list answers the questions, "What are the best Catherine O'Hara movies?" and "What are the greatest Catherine O'Hara roles of all time?"

Catherine O'Hara has worked with many famous directors, including big names like Ron Howard and Tim Burton.

Most divisive: Chicken Little
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  • Best in Show
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    Best in Show

    Michael Hitchcock, Parker Posey, Eugene Levy
    21 votes
    • Released: 2000
    • Directed by: Christopher Guest
    Best in Show, a comedic mockumentary, takes audiences on a whimsical journey into the world of dog shows. The film follows five quirky couples, including Gerry and Cookie Fleck (Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara), and their canine companions as they vie for the prestigious title at the Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show. Harlan Pepper (Christopher Guest) with his Bloodhound and Sherri Ann Cabot (Jennifer Coolidge) with her poodle are among the colourful characters adding layers to this eccentric tapestry. With its satirical take on obsession and competition, Best in Show has earned a cult status among comedy lovers.

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  • Beetlejuice
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    Beetlejuice

    Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis
    31 votes
    • Released: 1988
    • Directed by: Tim Burton
    In Tim Burton's quirky comedy-horror, Beetlejuice, a recently deceased couple Adam and Barbara Maitland (Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis) find their idyllic afterlife disrupted when an obnoxious new family moves into their former home. Desperate to reclaim their peaceful existence, they enlist the help of a raucous spirit named Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton). However, they soon realize that this mischievous ghost may be more trouble than he's worth. The film, known for its unique blend of humor and horror, won the Academy Award for Best Makeup.

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  • Waiting for Guffman
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    Waiting for Guffman

    Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Fred Willard
    15 votes
    • Released: 1996
    • Directed by: Christopher Guest
    When the town of Blaine, Mo., approaches its sesquicentennial, there's only one way to celebrate: with a musical revue called "Red, White and Blaine." Hoping the show will be his ticket back to Broadway, impresario Corky St. Clair (Christopher Guest) rounds up a cast of enthusiastic but untalented locals (Eugene Levy, Fred Willard, Catherine O'Hara) to perform his masterwork. But, when Corky reveals that theater agent Mort Guffman will attend the opening, things really kick into high gear.

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  • The Nightmare Before Christmas
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    The Nightmare Before Christmas

    Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara
    22 votes
    • Released: 1993
    • Directed by: Henry Selick
    In the hauntingly whimsical film, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon), the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, stumbles upon Christmas Town. Enchanted by its stark contrast to his eerie homeland, Jack decides to replicate Christmas in Halloween Town. But he struggles to grasp the true spirit of this holiday. Directed by Henry Selick and produced by Tim Burton, this stop-motion animated musical has won numerous awards for its unique blend of horror and holiday cheer. Sally (voiced by Catherine O'Hara), a rag doll smitten with Jack, adds a tender element to this dark yet enchanting tale.

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  • A Mighty Wind
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    A Mighty Wind

    Bob Balaban, Christopher Guest, John Michael Higgins
    18 votes
    • Released: 2003
    • Directed by: Christopher Guest
    In this hilarious backstage mockumentary, three eclectic, never-quite-famous folk bands come together for the first time in decades following the death of their manager to put on an reunion concert in his honor, at the request of his son (Bob Balaban). For the members of The Folksmen, The New Main Street Singers, and Mitch & Mickey, time has not been kind. As the show approaches, apprehension sets in, romances are rekindled and ambitions are permanently deferred.

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  • Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
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    Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

    Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern
    23 votes
    • Released: 1992
    • Directed by: Chris Columbus
    In the sequel to the holiday classic, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York sees our young hero Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) once again separated from his family during Christmas. This time, a flight mix-up lands him in bustling New York City, while his family vacation in sunny Florida. Left to navigate the Big Apple alone, he crosses paths with familiar foes Harry (Joe Pesci) and Marv (Daniel Stern), the bumbling burglars from the first movie. Armed only with his wit and an array of booby traps, Kevin must outwit them in this comedic family adventure.

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