The Best Colin Firth Movies

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Over 1200 movie fans have come together to vote on the ultimate Colin Firth movies list, ranking his most memorable performances from best to worst. With a career spanning over three decades, Firth has become one of the most beloved and respected actors in Hollywood.

From his iconic portrayal of Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice to his Academy Award-winning performance as King George VI in The King's Speech, Firth has proven time and again that he is a versatile actor capable of bringing depth and nuance to every role he takes on.

But what makes these movies stand out among the rest? Is it Firth's impeccable acting skills or the compelling storylines? Perhaps it's both. Each film on this list showcases a different side of Firth's talent as an actor, whether it be through drama, romance, or comedy.

So get ready to relive some of Colin Firth's greatest moments on screen. From heartwarming love stories like Love Actually and Bridget Jones' Diary to intense dramas like A Single Man and The Railway Man, this list has something for everyone.

Don't forget to cast your own vote by ranking your favorites higher up on the list. Let's see which movie comes out on top as Colin Firth fans unite.

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  • The King's Speech
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    The King's Speech

    Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter
    496 votes
    • Released: 2010
    • Directed by: Tom Hooper
    In the historical drama The King's Speech, Bertie (Colin Firth), who has suffered from a debilitating speech impediment his whole life, is unexpectedly crowned King George VI of Britain. With his country on the brink of World War II and in desperate need of a leader, his wife, Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter), arranges for Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush), an eccentric speech therapist, to help him overcome his stutter. An unlikely friendship develops between the two men, as they work together to enable Bertie to lead his people. This film won four Academy Awards including Best Picture.

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  • Kingsman: The Secret Service
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    Kingsman: The Secret Service

    Colin Firth, Michael Caine, Taron Egerton
    619 votes
    • Released: 2014
    • Directed by: Matthew Vaughn
    In Kingsman: The Secret Service, a British spy thriller, Gary 'Eggsy' Unwin (Taron Egerton) is an unrefined street punk. His life takes a turn when he's recruited by Harry Hart (Colin Firth), a Kingsman agent who sees potential in him. These agents aren't your run-of-the-mill spies, they're gentlemanly, impeccably dressed, and deadly efficient. They operate from a high-tech base hidden beneath a tailor shop - an ingenious blend of tradition and modernity. As Eggsy undergoes rigorous training to join this elite secret service, the world faces a grave threat from tech-genius Richmond Valentine (Samuel L. Jackson). Can Eggsy rise above his rough edges and save the world? This action-packed movie promises intrigue, humor and stylish espionage.

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  • Bridget Jones's Diary
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    Bridget Jones's Diary

    Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant
    426 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Sharon Maguire
    In the heart of London, Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) is a thirty-something woman, grappling with her love life, career and self-image. She fills the pages of her diary with humorous observations and sincere confessions, in an attempt to navigate through life's complexities. When two men, Mark Darcy (Colin Firth) and Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant), enter Bridget's world, they introduce a whirlwind of romantic dilemmas. Bridget Jones's Diary is a witty romantic comedy that won Renée Zellweger an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. The film is based on Helen Fielding's best-selling novel of the same name.

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  • Love Actually
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    Love Actually

    Hugh Grant, Laura Linney, Colin Firth
    381 votes
    • Released: 2003
    • Directed by: Richard Curtis
    In the heartwarming film Love Actually, nine intertwined stories explore the complexities of love during the festive Christmas season. The ensemble cast includes characters like Prime Minister David (Hugh Grant), writer Jamie (Colin Firth), and aging rock star Billy Mack (Bill Nighy). Their tales of romance, heartbreak, and discovery unfold against a backdrop of London's charming streets and homes. Directed by Richard Curtis, this multi-narrative comedy-drama offers a humorous and touching exploration of love's many forms. Its deft storytelling and memorable performances earned it a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for Bill Nighy.

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  • A Single Man
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    A Single Man

    Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Nicholas Hoult
    320 votes
    • Released: 2009
    • Directed by: Tom Ford
    George (Colin Firth) is a college professor who recently lost his lover, Jim, in a car accident. Terribly grief-stricken, George plans to commit suicide. As he goes about his daily routine and puts his affairs in order, his encounters with colleagues, students and an old friend (Julianne Moore) lead him to make a final decision as to whether life is worth living without Jim.

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  • The Importance of Being Earnest
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    The Importance of Being Earnest

    Rupert Everett, Colin Firth, Frances O'Connor
    205 votes
    • Released: 2002
    • Directed by: Oliver Parker
    Two young gents have taken to bending the truth in order to put some excitement into their lives. Worthing (Colin Firth) has invented a brother, Earnest, whom he uses as an excuse to leave his dull life behind to visit Gwendolyn (Frances O'Connor). Montcrieff (Rupert Everett) decides to take the name Earnest when visiting Worthing's young and beautiful ward, Cecily (Reese Witherspoon). Things start to go awry when they end up together in the country and their deceptions are discovered.

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