Minka Kelly - Actor Profile

Minka Kelly

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
20Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 24, 1980
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About Minka Kelly

Minka Dumont Kelly (born June 24, 1980) is an American actress and model, best known for her roles as Lyla Garrity on the NBC series Friday Night Lights, Samantha on Euphoria, Dawn Granger / Dove on HBO's Titans, Miranda Frank on The Path, Detective Valerie Stahl on Almost Human, Eve French on the 2011 remake series Charlie's Angels, and a recurring role as Gaby on the drama series Parenthood. She also portrayed Jackie Kennedy in the film The Butler, and Autumn at the end of (500) Days of Summer. She is the only child of former Aerosmith guitarist Rick Dufay and the late Maureen Dumont Kelly.

Minka Kelly Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Minka Kelly reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Minka Kelly's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Minka Kelly'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 (500) Days of Summer, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Minka Kelly Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Minka Kelly's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Minka Kelly has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Champagne Problems Sydney Price Average Similar →
2024 Blackwater Lane Cass Average Similar →
2021 Lansky Maureen Duffy Average Similar →
2020 She's in Portland Sarah Flop Similar →
2019 Night Hunter Angie Hit Similar →
2018 The Beach House Coretta 'Cara' Rudland Average Similar →
2017 Naked Callie (uncredited) Average Similar →
2015 Papa Hemingway in Cuba Debbie Hunt Flop Similar →
2015 Away and Back Ginny Newsom Average Similar →
2015 The World Made Straight Dena Average Similar →
2013 The Butler Jackie Kennedy Hit Similar →
2011 Searching for Sonny Eden Mercer Flop Similar →
2011 Just Go with It Joanna Damon Hit Similar →
2011 The Roommate Sara Matthews Flop Similar →
2009 (500) Days of Summer Autumn Hit Similar →
2007 The Kingdom Miss Ross Hit Similar →
2006 The Pumpkin Karver Tammy Boyles Flop Similar →
2005 Devil's Highway River Flop Similar →
2004 State's Evidence Girl #3 Flop Similar →
2003 The Turbo Charged Prelude for 2 Fast 2 Furious Girl Average Similar →

Minka Kelly - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Minka Kelly?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Minka Kelly is "(500) Days of Summer" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Minka Kelly acted in?

Minka Kelly has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Minka Kelly?

Other notable films include "The Butler", "The Kingdom", and "Just Go with It".

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