Melissa Ann McCarthy is not at all short of talent. She is an actor, comedian, writer and a fashion designer too. The 47-year-old lady has achieved much in short time with nominations at Golden Globe, Academy Awards, Screen Actors Guild, BAFTA and has successfully backed two Primetime Emmy Awards. The actress has always been appreciated for her top-notch comedy and humor. She achieved her star at the Hollywood Walk of fame in the year 2015.
In case of Melissa McCarthy Movies either you will love them wholeheartedly for their perfect and well-timed comedy or will hate it. There exists no in between.
We have computed some of the best works of Melissa 8-1, have a look:
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8. Bridesmaids (2011)
Regarded as the best comedy film for the year 2011, this perfect movie is by no was a ‘chick-flick’. This is the only one from the list of Melissa McCarthy Movies that got her only Oscar nomination until now. The movie was loved by the audience as it does not involve filthy or silly gags and humor to keep the movie going. The movie has everything in right amount with perfect timing and gag. The time spent on each character’s development is evident to the viewers by the appeal the characters make on screen. The movie became the top grosser of the production house and made almost $288 million worldwide at the screens.
7. St. Vincent (2014)
One of the Melissa McCarthy Movies in which she gave a phenomenal performance is St. Vincent released in 2014. The character was sweet and lovable and same was McCarthy’s performance. This is also regarded as one of the rarest Melissa McCarthy Movies where there are other important aspects as well other than just humor. The film was successful in getting positive reviews by the critics and grossed $54 million against a budget of $13 million at the box office. It was also released on Netflix. The movie has a perfect display of human emotions and character traits like sensitivity, kindness, courage, tenderness. The Broadcast Film Critics’ Association Awards nominated the actress in the Best Actress Supporting category.
IMDb 7.2 / Release Date: 2014
Trailer / Director: Theodore Melfi
6. Spy (2015)
This is among the Melissa McCarthy Movies of satire genre. Spy stars Melissa and Jason Statham and thus there is action too in the comedy. Spy is regarded as a perfect satire and it should not be dropped by any action, humor and comedy style movie fan. The movie has well-choreographed action scenes with perfectly timed humor and gag. The character portrayed by Melissa is extremely serious but the facial expressions and the body language make it equally funny. Her character is perfect for some hysterical situations. In a scene, Melissa rides a scooter with extremely stern yet funny look on her face. All this adds more to the laughter coaster.
5. The Heat (2013)
This is amongst the Melissa McCarthy Movies of rude and crude humor genre. Though the plot is cliché, the combination of characters makes it a lethal combo. McCarthy and Sandra Bullock are seen as a cop and an FBI agent respectively who chase a drug lord to bring him down. Though the plot is typical the character chemistry and vulgar humor by McCarthy make the movie homicidal. The movie is a must watch. If you want to come over a tired day or are upset, see The Heat, it will surely bring laughter on your face. The two actors have perfectly fitted in their characters and have complemented each other excellently.
4. Tammy (2014)
The movie was blessed with negative reviews by the critics but the grossing says a different story. The movie grossed over $100 million on a budget of $20 million. Melissa McCarthy Movies known for their comedy part, Tammy missed it a bit. Tammy was not a full and funniest comedy nor a great movie altogether. The plot was rated average but certainly, McCarthy was good with her acting performance. Tammy the chief protagonist is shown picky and reckless on people but eventually, her other side which is sensitive and loyal for her family is also discovered. The movie has plenty of physical comedy becoming an essence of the Melissa McCarthy Movies.
IMDb 4.9 / Release Date: 2014
Trailer / Director: Ben Falcone
3. The Boss (2016)
This is one of the finest Melissa McCarthy Movies where Melissa plays the character of Michelle Darnell an elephantine business lady who loses it all and starts all from the beginning. Darnell uses dandelion cookies to come back, of course, that is too funny to handle. The movie certainly suffers from a few extended plots which could have been chopped off. The movie achieves its set goals and makes the viewers chuckle. The perfect comedy timing of McCarthy is one reason for the movie’s success. McCarthy’s Co-star also has played well and has given well-timed jokes and tumble to put the movie high.
IMDb 5.4 / Release Date: 2016
Trailer / Director: Ben Falcone
2. The Nines (2007)
This is one of the Melissa McCarthy Movies which is out of the comedy, humorous or satirical genre. Certainly, this sci-fi psychological thriller is something where Melissa came out of her comfort zone. The movie has the feature of being sensational as well as being subtle. The originality of the movie cannot be challenged. You have not seen a movie of this sort earlier. But this film is one of the underrated movies of McCarthy probably due to the fact that the actress does not have any major role in the film. The movie didn’t even do well at the box office.
IMDb 6.4 / Release Date: 2007
Trailer / Director: John August
1. Identity Thief (2013)
The plot is comic where McCarthy successfully steals a man’s identity. The film was a huge box office success making around $174 million on a mere budget of $35 million. Identity Thief is one of those Melissa McCarthy Movies where she has done what she is best at- adult, burlesque, and gross comedy. You won’t get a dull moment throughout the movie’s runtime. Though the critics criticised the plot badly the chemistry shared by the two stars is commendable. The movie is a simple escape for laughter. McCarthy’s physical comedy talent has been on point in the movie like always.
IMDb 5.7 / Release Date: 2013
Trailer / Director: Seth Gordon
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