Sarah Vowell
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Sarah Jane Vowell (born December 27, 1969) is an American historian, author, journalist, essayist, social commentator, and actress. She has written seven nonfiction books on American history and culture. Vowell was a contributing editor for the radio program This American Life on Public Radio International from 1996 to 2008, where she produced commentaries and documentaries. She was the voice of Violet Parr in the 2004 animated film The Incredibles and its 2018 sequel. Description above from the Wikipedia article Sarah Vowell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Sarah Vowell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sarah Vowell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sarah Vowell's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Sarah Vowell's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns), which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sarah Vowell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sarah Vowell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sarah Vowell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Incredicoaster | Disneyland Resort | Violet (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Strong Coffee: The Full-Bodied Mind of Pixar’s Brad Bird | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Incredibles 2 | Violet Parr (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | A.C.O.D. | Lorraine | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hit So Hard | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Please Give | Shopper | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Assume the Position 201 with Mr. Wuhl | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Assume the Position with Mr. Wuhl | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Vowellet - An Essay by Sarah Vowell | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Incredibles | Violet Parr (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns) | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Sarah Vowell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sarah Vowell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sarah Vowell is "Gigantic (A Tale of Two Johns)" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Sarah Vowell acted in?
Sarah Vowell has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sarah Vowell?
Other notable films include "Billy Bragg & Wilco: Man in the Sand", "The Incredibles", and "Incredibles 2".