Zoe Kazan
ActingAbout Zoe Kazan
Zoe Swicord Kazan (born September 9, 1983) is an American actress, playwright, and screenwriter. She made her acting debut in Swordswallowers and Thin Men (2003) and later appeared in films such as The Savages (2007), Revolutionary Road (2008), and It's Complicated (2009). She starred in Happy. Thank You. More. Please. (2010), Meek's Cutoff (2010), Ruby Sparks (2012), and What If (2013). In 2014 she appeared in the HBO miniseries Olive Kitteridge, for which she received an Emmy nomination. She portrayed Emily Gardner in the film The Big Sick (2017), and in 2018 appeared in the Coen Brothers film The Ballad of Buster Scruggs in the episode "The Gal Who Got Rattled". She has appeared in several Broadway productions. She also wrote Ruby Sparks and co-wrote Wildlife (2018) with her partner, Paul Dano (who directed Wildlife and co-starred with Kazan in Ruby Sparks). In 2020, she co-starred in the HBO miniseries The Plot Against America.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Zoe Kazan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Zoe Kazan'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 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Zoe Kazan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Showing Up, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Zoe Kazan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Zoe Kazan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Zoe Kazan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | She Said | Jodi Kantor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Cryptozoo | Magdalene (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Kindness of Strangers | Clara | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Ballad of Buster Scruggs | Alice Longabaugh (segment "The Gal Who Got Rattled") | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Big Sick | Emily Gardner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Monster | Kathy | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | My Blind Brother | Francie | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Our Brand Is Crisis | LeBlanc | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | In Your Eyes | Rebecca Porter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Showing Up | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Pretty One | Laurel / Audrey | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | What If | Chantry | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Some Girl(s) | Reggie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ruby Sparks | Ruby | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Meek's Cutoff | Millie Gately | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Happythankyoumoreplease | Mary Catherine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Exploding Girl | Ivy | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | It's Complicated | Gabby Adler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Private Lives of Pippa Lee | Grace Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | I Hate Valentine's Day | Tammy Greenwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Revolutionary Road | Maureen Grube | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Me and Orson Welles | Gretta Alder | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | August | Gal Employee | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Savages | Student | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | In the Valley of Elah | Angie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Fracture | Mona | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Swordswallowers and Thin Men | Samantha | Flop | Similar → |
Zoe Kazan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Zoe Kazan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zoe Kazan is "Showing Up" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Zoe Kazan acted in?
Zoe Kazan has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Zoe Kazan?
Other notable films include "Fracture", "The Big Sick", and "She Said".