Carla Gugino
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Carla Gugino (/ɡʊˈdʒiːnoʊ/ guu-JEE-noh; born August 29, 1971) is an American actress. After early roles in the films Troop Beverly Hills (1989), This Boy's Life (1993), Son in Law (1993), and Snake Eyes (1998), Gugino received wider recognition for her starring roles in the Spy Kidstrilogy (2001–2003), Sin City (2005), Night at the Museum (2006), American Gangster (2007), Righteous Kill (2008), Race to Witch Mountain (2009), Sally Jupiter in Watchmen (2009), Sucker Punch (2011), Mr. Popper's Penguins (2011), San Andreas (2015), Gerald's Game (2017), Gunpowder Milkshake (2021), and Lisa Frankenstein (2024). Gugino also starred in the crime drama series Karen Sisco (2003), the science fiction series Threshold (2005–2006), the crime drama series Jett (2019), and the supernatural horror miniseries The Haunting of Hill House (2018), The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020), and The Fall of the House of Usher (2023). Description above from the Wikipedia article Carla Gugino, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Carla Gugino 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 Carla Gugino'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Carla Gugino remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Zack Snyder's Justice League, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Carla Gugino Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Carla Gugino's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Carla Gugino.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Heads of State | VP Elizabeth Kirk | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Life of Chuck | News and Commercial Voice (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Friend | Elaine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Lisa Frankenstein | Janet | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Orion and the Dark | Orion's Mom (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | With/In Volume 2 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Gunpowder Milkshake | Madeleine | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Zack Snyder's Justice League | Ship Voice (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Elizabeth Harvest | Claire | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Gerald's Game | Jessie | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Space Between Us | Kendra Wyndham | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Wolves | Jenny Keller | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Bling | Catherine (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice | Ship Voice (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | San Andreas | Emma Gaines | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Match | Lisa Davis | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Man of Steel | Kelor (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Hotel Noir | Hanna Click | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | New Year's Eve | Spiritual Dr. Morriset | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hide | D.D. Warren | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Mr. Popper's Penguins | Amanda | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Sucker Punch | Dr. Vera Gorski | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Faster | Cicero | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Phenomenon: The Comic That Changed Comics | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Under the Hood | Sally Jupiter | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Race to Witch Mountain | Dr. Alex Friedman | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Watchmen | Sally Jupiter / Silk Spectre | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Righteous Kill | Karen Corelli | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | American Gangster | Laurie Roberts | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Even Money | Veronica | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Lookout | Janet | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Night at the Museum | Rebecca | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sin City | Lucille | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams | Ingrid Cortez | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Jimmy Show | Annie | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Mermaid Chronicles Part 1: She Creature | Lily | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The One | T.K. Law / Massie Walsh | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Spy Kids | Ingrid Cortez | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Season for Miracles | Emilie Thompson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Judas Kiss | Coco Chavez | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Snake Eyes | Julia Costello | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Michael | Bride | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The War at Home | Melissa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco | Delilah (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Son in Law | Rebecca Warner | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Red Hot | Valentina | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | This Boy's Life | Norma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Murder Without Motive: The Edmund Perry Story | Allison Connors | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael | Young Roxy | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Troop Beverly Hills | Chica Barnfell | Average | Similar → |
Carla Gugino - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Carla Gugino?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carla Gugino is "Zack Snyder's Justice League" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Carla Gugino acted in?
Carla Gugino has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Carla Gugino?
Other notable films include "American Gangster", "Sin City", and "The Phenomenon: The Comic That Changed Comics".