
Rachael Leigh Cook
ActingAbout Rachael Leigh Cook
Rachael Leigh Cook (born October 4, 1979) is an American actress, model, voice artist, and producer. She is best known for her starring film roles as Laney Boggs in She's All That (1999), Doreen Carter in Get Carter (2000), Josie McCoy in Josie and the Pussycats (2001), as well as TV roles as Kate Moretti on Perception, and Clara Wheeler on Into the West. She had recurring roles as Penny Posin on Las Vegas, Abigail Lytar on Psych, and the voice of Lt. Jodi Yanarelli on Titan Maximum. She is also the voice behind various characters in Robot Chicken and Tifa Lockhart in the English version of Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children. She has produced and starred in multiple TV movies. She first appeared in a public service announcement for foster care at seven years of age, and began working as a child print model at the age of 10, most notably in nationwide advertisements for Target and appearing on the boxes of Milk-Bone dog biscuits. She married actor Daniel Gillies in August 2004, after less than a year of dating. They have one daughter, Charlotte Easton Gillies, born in September 2013.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rachael Leigh Cook 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 Rachael Leigh Cook'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rachael Leigh Cook remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Matters of Life and Death, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Rachael Leigh Cook Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rachael Leigh Cook's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rachael Leigh Cook.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sisterhood, Inc. | Megan | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Rescuing Christmas | Erin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | A Tourist's Guide to Love | Amanda Riley | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Spirit Halloween: The Movie | Sue | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | 'Tis the Season to be Merry | Merry Griffin | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | He's All That | Anna Sawyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Cross Country Christmas | Lina | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Film Fest | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Love, Guaranteed | Susan | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas | Willow Petersen | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Valentine in the Vineyard | Frankie Baldwin | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Frozen in Love | Mary Campbell | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Summer in the Vineyard | Frankie Baldwin | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Autumn in the Vineyard | Frankie Baldwin | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Summer Love | Maya Sulliway | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Broken Kingdom | Marilyn | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Stealing Paradise | Amanda Collier | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Kingdom Come | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Vampire | Laura King | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III | Beru Lars / Gary's Wife (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Falling Up | Caitlin O'Shea | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | PoliWood | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Lodger | Amanda | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II | Beru Lars / Sally Johnson / Gary's Wife (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Final Season | Polly Hudson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Matters of Life and Death | Emily Jennings | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nancy Drew | Jane Brighton | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Stateside | Dori Lawrence | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | 11:14 | Cheri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Scorched | Shmally | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Big Empty | Ruthie | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Bookies | Hunter | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Texas Rangers | Caroline Dukes | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Tangled | Jenny Kelley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Josie and the Pussycats | Josie McCoy | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Blow Dry | Christina Robertson | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Antitrust | Lisa Calighan | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker | Chelsea Cunningham (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Get Carter | Doreen Carter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Hi-Line | Vera Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Bumblebee Flies Anyway | Cassie | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | She's All That | Laney Boggs | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Living Out Loud | Teenage Judith | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Strike! | Abigail 'Abby' Sawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The House of Yes | Young Jackie-O | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Family Rescue | Emma Baker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Eighteenth Angel | Lucy Stanton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Carpool | Kayla | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tom and Huck | Becky Thatcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Baby-Sitters Club | Mary Anne | Flop | Similar → |
Rachael Leigh Cook - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rachael Leigh Cook?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rachael Leigh Cook is "Matters of Life and Death" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Rachael Leigh Cook acted in?
Rachael Leigh Cook has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rachael Leigh Cook?
Other notable films include "Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II", "Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III", and "Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker".




