The Best Jennifer Connelly Movies

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

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

Items here include everything from He's Just Not That Into You to 9.

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

Movie fans who love Jennifer Connelly have also been known to enjoy films starring Rachel Weisz and Rooney Mara.

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  • Requiem for a Dream
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    Requiem for a Dream

    Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly
    178 votes
    • Released: 2000
    • Directed by: Darren Aronofsky
    Requiem for a Dream, a harrowing dive into the depths of addiction, paints an unflinching picture of four lives ravaged by drug dependency. The movie stars Ellen Burstyn as Sara Goldfarb, a lonely widow obsessed with television fame, while Jared Leto and Jennifer Connelly portray young lovers Harry Goldfarb and Marion Silver, whose dreams are derailed by heroin. Lastly, Tyrone C. Love (Marlon Wayans), Harry's best friend, struggles to escape his past in their shared downward spiral. Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this intense drama weaves a tale of dreams shattered under the relentless weight of substance abuse.

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  • Labyrinth
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    Labyrinth

    David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly, Toby Froud
    214 votes
    • Released: 1986
    • Directed by: Jim Henson
    In Labyrinth, a teenage girl named Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) is thrust into a maze-like dimension after wishing her baby brother away to the Goblin King, Jareth (David Bowie). The film combines elements of fantasy and adventure as Sarah embarks on a quest to rescue her brother from the whimsically treacherous world. Navigating through an intricate labyrinth filled with peculiar creatures and unpredictable challenges, she must rely on her wits to solve riddles and puzzles. This 1986 cult classic, directed by Jim Henson and produced by George Lucas, is noted for its imaginative storyline, distinctive puppetry, and memorable musical score. Despite not winning any major awards, Labyrinth has remained a fan favorite and continues to captivate audiences with its blend of fairy tale magic and coming-of-age drama.

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  • Career Opportunities
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    Career Opportunities

    Frank Whaley, Jennifer Connelly, Dermot Mulroney
    149 votes
    • Released: 1991
    • Directed by: Bryan Gordon
    When night-shift custodian Jim (Frank Whaley) is accidentally locked up alone in the store he cleans, he realizes he has access to the entire building and decides to indulge in the abundance of free food and merchandise at his fingertips. Surprisingly, he bumps into local rich girl Josie (Jennifer Connelly), who is also imprisoned in the store for the night, and they quickly bond. But, just as romantic sparks fly, Josie and Jim are interrupted by two small-time robbers.

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  • A Beautiful Mind
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    A Beautiful Mind

    Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly
    192 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Ron Howard
    A Beautiful Mind is a biographical drama, chronicling the life of John Nash (Russell Crowe), an extraordinary mathematician grappling with schizophrenia. The plot unfolds in the mid-twentieth century, tracing his rise to acclaim and descent into mental chaos. His wife, Alicia (Jennifer Connelly), stands as a pillar of support through his tumultuous journey. Directed by Ron Howard, the film scooped up four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. An engrossing narrative of genius and resilience, it's a profound exploration of human intellect and its frailties.

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  • Blood Diamond
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    Blood Diamond

    Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Connelly, Djimon Hounsou
    148 votes
    • Released: 2006
    • Directed by: Edward Zwick
    As civil war rages through 1990s Sierra Leone, two men, a white South African mercenary (Leonardo DiCaprio) and a black Mende fisherman (Djimon Hounsou), become joined in a common quest to recover a rare gem that has the power to transform their lives. With the help of an American journalist (Jennifer Connelly), the men embark on a hazardous trek through rebel territory to achieve their goal.

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  • Dark City
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    Dark City

    Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer Connelly
    118 votes
    • Released: 1998
    • Directed by: Alex Proyas
    In the enigmatic film Dark City, John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell) grapples with memory loss in a shadowy, ever-changing metropolis. Waking up accused of brutal murders, he's pursued by Inspector Bumstead (William Hurt), and an ominous group known as the Strangers. As Murdoch seeks answers, he crosses paths with his estranged wife Emma (Jennifer Connelly), and Dr. Schreber (Kiefer Sutherland), a neurotic scientist who holds the key to his past. The movie, a mix of science fiction and noir, won the prestigious Bram Stoker Award for Best Screenplay. It explores themes of identity and reality manipulation while keeping viewers on edge with its fast-paced plot twists.

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