The Best Cloris Leachman Movies

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List of the best Cloris Leachman movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Cloris Leachman'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 Cloris Leachman movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Cloris Leachman movies will be at the top of the list. Cloris Leachman has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Cloris Leachman movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Cloris Leachman films to end the squabble once and for all.

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

This list is made up of films like The Oogieloves in the Big Balloon Adventure and Music of the Heart.

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Notable directors that have worked with Cloris Leachman include names like Quentin Tarantino, Natalie Portman and Rob Reiner. Movie fans who love Cloris Leachman have also been known to enjoy films starring Lee Grant and Marsha Mason.

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  • Young Frankenstein
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    Young Frankenstein

    Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Cloris Leachman
    39 votes
    • Released: 1974
    • Directed by: Mel Brooks
    In the comedic film, Young Frankenstein, Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder) inherits his infamous grandfather's estate in Transylvania. Accompanied by his loyal assistant Igor (Marty Feldman) and his lab assistant Inga (Teri Garr), he finds himself drawn into the family business of reanimating the dead. He creates a monster (Peter Boyle) with unintended hilarity ensuing. Directed with a deft hand by Mel Brooks, this spoof of classic horror films won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. The movie is renowned for its comedic elements mixed with classic horror tropes, providing a unique twist on the Frankenstein lore.

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  • The Muppet Movie
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    The Muppet Movie

    Charles Durning, Austin Pendleton, Steve Martin
    15 votes
    • Released: 1979
    • Directed by: James Frawley
    In the heartwarming and whimsical film The Muppet Movie, Kermit the Frog (Jim Henson) embarks on an epic road trip across America. His goal? To pursue his dream of stardom in Hollywood. Along his journey, he encounters a quirky cast of characters including Miss Piggy (Frank Oz), Fozzie Bear (Frank Oz), and Gonzo (Dave Goelz). The movie is a charming blend of comedy and adventure, interspersed with memorable musical numbers. This delightful puppetry spectacle garnered two Oscar nominations for its original score and song. A timeless classic, 'The Muppet Movie' is a testament to friendship, dreams, and the magic of believing.

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  • Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
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    Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid

    Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Katharine Ross
    21 votes
    • Released: 1969
    • Directed by: George Roy Hill
    In the classic Western film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, we follow the lives of two charismatic outlaws, Butch Cassidy (Paul Newman) and The Sundance Kid (Robert Redford). The duo forms the core of the notorious 'Hole in the Wall' Gang, known for their audacious bank and train robberies. As the law closes in on them, they decide to flee to Bolivia, hoping for a fresh start. Directed by George Roy Hill, this 1969 film won four Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay. Despite the adventurous facade, it subtly explores themes of friendship and changing times.

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  • Sky High
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    Sky High

    Michael Angarano, Kurt Russell, Kelly Preston
    13 votes
    • Released: 2005
    • Directed by: Mike Mitchell
    Sky High, a unique blend of teen drama and superhero action, whisks us to an extraordinary high school in the sky. Will Stronghold (Michael Angarano), son of world-renowned superheroes The Commander (Kurt Russell) and Jetstream (Kelly Preston), grapples with his yet-to-surface powers. Simultaneously navigating adolescent challenges and superhuman expectations, he befriends other hero support students like Layla (Danielle Panabaker). When danger looms, these unlikely heroes must rise to the occasion. With memorable characters and inventive storytelling, Sky High explores identity, friendship, and heroism within a vibrant comic-book universe.

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  • High Anxiety
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    High Anxiety

    Mel Brooks, Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman
    19 votes
    • Released: 1977
    • Directed by: Mel Brooks
    Just after becoming the director of the Psychoneurotic Institute for the Very, Very Nervous, Dr. Richard H. Thorndyke (Mel Brooks) is greeted by a series of mysterious events. When his colleagues -- including the militaristic and mustachioed Nurse Diesel (Cloris Leachman) -- become leery of his questions, they accuse him of murder. Thorndyke's own mental health comes into question as he struggles to clear his name in the midst of a crippling bout of a condition known as "high anxiety."

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  • Kiss Me Deadly
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    Kiss Me Deadly

    Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker, Paul Stewart
    12 votes
    • Released: 1955
    • Directed by: Robert Aldrich
    One evening, private detective Mike Hammer (Ralph Meeker) picks up a strange woman, Christina (Cloris Leachman), who's standing on the highway wearing only a trench coat. They're stopped farther on by strangers who knock out Mike and murder Christina. Although warned not to investigate by the police, Mike and his girlfriend and assistant, Velda (Maxine Cooper), become ensnared in a dark plot involving scientist Dr. Soberin (Albert Dekker) and Christina's terrified roommate, Lily (Gaby Rodgers).