Maria Bello
ActingAbout Maria Bello
Maria Elena Bello (born April 18, 1967) is an American actress and singer. She started her acting career in small off-Broadway plays, such as The Killer Inside Me, Small Town Gals with Big Problems, and Urban Planning. Bello's big break came when producers Kerry Lenhart and John J. Sakmar cast her as Mrs. Smith in the spy show Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Maria Bello reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Maria Bello's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Maria Bello remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Too Commercial for Cannes, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Maria Bello Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maria Bello's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maria Bello.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | The Water Man | Sheriff Goodwin | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Giant Little Ones | Carly Winter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Exit | Kim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Better Start Running | Agent McFadden | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Every Day | Lindsey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | In Search of Fellini | Claire | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Wait Till Helen Comes | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Max Steel | Molly McGrath | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Late Bloomer | Brenda Newmans | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Journey Is the Destination | Kathy | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Lights Out | Sophie | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Confirmation | Bonnie | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The 5th Wave | Sergeant Reznik | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Bravetown | Martha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | McFarland, USA | Cheryl White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Demonic | Dr. Elizabeth Klein | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Big Driver | Tess Thorne | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Third Person | Theresa | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Femme | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Prisoners | Grace Dover | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Grown Ups 2 | Sally Lamonsoff | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Abduction | Mara Harper | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Beautiful Boy | Kate Carroll | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Company Men | Sally Wilcox | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Grown Ups | Sally Lamonsoff | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Yellow Handkerchief | May | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Private Lives of Pippa Lee | Suky Sarkissian | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Towelhead | Gail Monahan | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor | Evelyn O'Connell | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Downloading Nancy | Nancy Stockwell | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Jane Austen Book Club | Jocelyn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Butterfly on a Wheel | Abby Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Flicka | Nell McLaughlin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Unfiltered Comedy: The Making of 'Thank You For Smoking' | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | World Trade Center | Donna McLoughlin | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Too Commercial for Cannes | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | This Film Is Not Yet Rated | Self - Actress in 'The Cooler' | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Dark | Adèlle | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | A History of Violence | Edie Stall | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Thank You for Smoking | Polly Bailey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Assault on Precinct 13 | Dr. Alex Sabian | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Silver City | Nora Allardyce | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Secret Window | Amy Rainey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Cooler | Natalie Belisario | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Auto Focus | Patricia Olson / Patrica Crane | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | China: The Panda Adventure | Ruth Harkness | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Duets | Suzi Loomis | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Coyote Ugly | Lil | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Payback | Rosie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Permanent Midnight | Kitty | Average | Similar → |
Maria Bello - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Maria Bello?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Bello is "Too Commercial for Cannes" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Maria Bello acted in?
Maria Bello has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Maria Bello?
Other notable films include "Prisoners", "McFarland, USA", and "A History of Violence".