The Best Teri Garr Movies

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

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

List is made up of a variety of films, including Viva Las Vegas and Head.

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

Teri Garr is no stranger to working with popular directors, including Steven Spielberg, Robert Altman and Martin Scorsese.

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  • Young Frankenstein
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    Young Frankenstein

    Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Cloris Leachman
    49 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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  • Mr. Mom
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    Mr. Mom

    Michael Keaton, Teri Garr, Ann Jillian
    31 votes
    • Released: 1983
    • Directed by: Stan Dragoti
    During the 1980s recession, automobile engineer Jack (Michael Keaton) is fired from his job. When his wife, Caroline (Teri Garr), finds a job before he does, they switch roles, placing him in the unfamiliar position of homemaker and caretaker to their three children. He embarks upon a series of misadventures, from navigating grocery store trips to playing poker games with housewives. Jack and Caroline must figure out the intricacies of their new roles while maintaining their relationship.

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  • Oh, God!
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    Oh, God!

    George Burns, John Denver, Teri Garr
    21 votes
    • Released: 1977
    • Directed by: Carl Reiner
    Jerry Landers (John Denver), an assistant manager in a supermarket, receives a visit from God (George Burns), who appears in the form of an old man. Reluctant at first, Jerry agrees to spread the word about his visits from the almighty creator of heaven and earth. However, Jerry's wife, Bobbie (Teri Garr), is skeptical, and theologians think Jerry's God is a fake. As Jerry continues to receive visits from God, religious authorities take action and demand that he prove his story.

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  • Close Encounters of the Third Kind
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    Close Encounters of the Third Kind

    Richard Dreyfuss, François Truffaut, Teri Garr
    33 votes
    • Released: 1977
    • Directed by: Steven Spielberg
    In the gripping science fiction classic, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, everyday man Roy Neary (Richard Dreyfuss) experiences a close encounter with an unidentified flying object. This encounter triggers an obsessive quest for answers, pushing him towards the inexplicable. Parallel to his journey, government scientists led by enigmatic Lacombe (François Truffaut) grapple with their own bewildering experiences. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film won an Oscar for Best Cinematography and was nominated for seven others including Best Director. A tale of intrigue and discovery, it weaves a narrative that is as mysterious as it is compelling.

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  • Tootsie
    5

    Tootsie

    Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Teri Garr
    34 votes
    • Released: 1982
    • Directed by: Sydney Pollack
    In the heartwarming comedy-drama Tootsie, struggling actor Michael Dorsey (Dustin Hoffman) adopts a female persona, Dorothy Michaels, to land work. As Dorothy, he secures a role in a popular soap opera, turning heads and winning hearts. Meanwhile, his affection for co-star Julie Nichols (Jessica Lange) complicates matters. Directed by Sydney Pollack, the film cleverly explores gender roles and identity. Jessica Lange won an Academy Award for her performance as Julie Nichols, cementing the film's legacy in Hollywood history.

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  • The Black Stallion
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    The Black Stallion

    Kelly Reno, Mickey Rooney, Teri Garr
    22 votes
    • Released: 1979
    • Directed by: Carroll Ballard
    Alec (Kelly Reno) encounters a magnificent black Arabian horse while traveling aboard a steamship around the coast of North Africa with his father (Hoyt Axton). When a disaster destroys the ship, Alec frees the horse and escapes with it to a nearby island, where they form a close bond. When Alec is rescued, he insists the horse be rescued too, and both return to America. There, Alec and former jockey Henry (Mickey Rooney) work to train the horse, which Alec names "The Black," for a race.

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