The Best Eugene Levy Movies

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

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

This list has a variety of films in it, from Once Upon a Crime... to Dogmatic.

"This list answers the questions, "What are the best Eugene Levy movies?" and "What are the greatest Eugene Levy roles of all time?"

Notable directors that have worked with Eugene Levy include names like Ron Howard, Tyler Perry and Adam Shankman.

Most divisive: Going Berserk
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  • Splash
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    Splash

    Tom Hanks, Daryl Hannah, John Candy
    25 votes
    • Released: 1984
    • Directed by: Ron Howard
    In the heartwarming film Splash, Tom Hanks stars as Allen Bauer, a man on a quest for love. After a chance encounter with a mermaid named Madison (Daryl Hannah), his life takes an unexpected turn. Directed by Ron Howard, this 1984 romantic comedy delves into the complexities of human-mermaid relationships, offering viewers a unique blend of humor, fantasy, and romance. The film also features John Candy as Freddie Bauer, Allen's lovable yet slightly irresponsible brother. Despite its fantastical elements, Splash remains grounded in realism, presenting an unusual love story that is both enchanting and memorable. Notably, it earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay.

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  • Vacation
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    Vacation

    Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Christie Brinkley
    28 votes
    • Released: 1983
    • Directed by: Harold Ramis
    In National Lampoon's Vacation, the Griswold family, led by the well-intentioned but often misguided Clark (Chevy Chase), embarks on a cross-country road trip to the fictional amusement park Walley World. With high hopes for a perfect family bonding experience, the vacation instead turns into a series of comical misadventures. From quirky relatives to highway mishaps, the journey becomes a true test of their family bond, patience, and spirit.

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  • Best in Show
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    Best in Show

    Michael Hitchcock, Parker Posey, Eugene Levy
    26 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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  • Cheaper by the Dozen 2
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    Cheaper by the Dozen 2

    Steve Martin, Eugene Levy, Bonnie Hunt
    18 votes
    • Released: 2005
    • Directed by: Adam Shankman
    Tom Baker (Steve Martin) and his wife, Kate (Bonnie Hunt), take their children for what they hope will be a relaxing summer at a lakeside resort. When the Bakers end up with the shoddiest unit imaginable, a clueless but well-meaning Tom struggles to repair it himself. To make matters worse, Tom's old nemesis -- Jimmy Murtaugh (Eugene Levy) -- and his similarly gigantic family appear on the scene and engage the Bakers in a not-so-friendly rivalry that threatens to spoil their trip.

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  • The Man
    5

    The Man

    Samuel L. Jackson, Eugene Levy, Luke Goss
    19 votes
    • Released: 2005
    • Directed by: Les Mayfield
    Seeking the gunrunners who killed his partner, undercover cop Derrick Vann (Samuel L. Jackson) sets up a sting. He arranges to meet an arms dealer at a diner, where he'll be the only one reading USA Today. But dentist Andy Fiddler (Eugene Levy), who's in Detroit for a conference, is there reading the same paper, and the dealer mistakes him for Vann and sets up the deal. When Vann realizes this, he drags the baffled Andy into the operation, forcing him to pose as the fake buyer.

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  • Bringing Down the House
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    Bringing Down the House

    Steve Martin, Queen Latifah, Eugene Levy
    16 votes
    • Released: 2003
    • Directed by: Adam Shankman
    Lawyer Peter Sanderson (Steve Martin) wants to dive back into dating after his divorce and has a hard time meeting the right women. But he lucks out with online dating and meets a fellow lawyer. The two agree to meet in the flesh, but the woman he meets -- an escaped African-American convict named Charlene (Queen Latifah) -- is not what he expected. Peter is freaked out, but Charlene convinces him to take her case and prove her innocence, and along the way they learn to become friends.

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