Ellen Barkin
ActingAbout Ellen Barkin
Ellen Rona Barkin (born April 16, 1954) is an American actress. Her breakthrough role was in the 1982 film Diner, and in the following years, she had starring roles in films such as Tender Mercies (1983), Eddie and the Cruisers (1983), The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984), The Big Easy (1986), Johnny Handsome, and Sea of Love (both 1989).
Ellen Barkin Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ellen Barkin reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ellen Barkin's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Ellen Barkin'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 Buckaroo Banzai Declassified, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ellen Barkin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ellen Barkin's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ellen Barkin has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Out-Laws | Lilly McDermott | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Man from Toronto | The Handler | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Breaking News in Yuba County | Debbie | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks | Sasha Walz | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hands of Stone | Stephanie Arcel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Cobbler | Elaine Greenawalt | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Very Good Girls | Norma Berger | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Comedy Central Roast of Roseanne | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Another Happy Day | Lynn | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | His Way | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Twelve | Jessica's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Operation: Endgame | Empress | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Chameleon | Kimberly Miller | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Brooklyn's Finest | Agent Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Happy Tears | Shelly | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Ocean's Thirteen | Abigail Sponder | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Trust the Man | Norah | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Palindromes | Joyce Victor | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | She Hate Me | Margo Chadwick | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Buckaroo Banzai Declassified | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Someone Like You... | Diane Roberts | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Crime + Punishment in Suburbia | Maggie Skolnick | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Mercy | Det. Catherine Palmer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Drop Dead Gorgeous | Annette Atkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas | Waitress at North Star Cafe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Before Women Had Wings | Glory Marie Jackson | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mad Dog Time | Rita Everly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Fan | Jewel Stern | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Wild Bill | Calamity Jane | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | This Boy's Life | Caroline | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Into the West | Kathleen | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Mac | Oona Goldfarb | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Switch | Amanda Brooks | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Sea of Love | Helen Cruger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Johnny Handsome | Sunny Boyd | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Siesta | Claire | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Made in Heaven | Lucille (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Big Easy | Anne Osborne | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Down by Law | Laurette | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Act of Vengeance | Annette Gilly | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Desert Bloom | Aunt Starr | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension | Penny Priddy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Harry & Son | Katie Wilowski | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Eddie and the Cruisers | Maggie Foley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Daniel | Phyllis Isaacson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Tender Mercies | Sue Anne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Diner | Beth Schreiber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | We're Fighting Back | Chris Capoletti | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kent State | Student (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Up in Smoke | Woman Playing Guitar (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Ellen Barkin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ellen Barkin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ellen Barkin is "Buckaroo Banzai Declassified" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Ellen Barkin acted in?
Ellen Barkin has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ellen Barkin?
Other notable films include "Down by Law", "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas", and "This Boy's Life".