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.
Maria Bello Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Maria Bello 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 Maria Bello's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Maria Bello'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 Too Commercial for Cannes, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Maria Bello Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maria Bello's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Maria Bello has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hell in Paradise | Sam, mère Nina | Average | Similar → |
| 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 → |
| 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".