Florence Pugh’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Few actresses are as beloved as Florence Pugh. Since the 2000’s, Pugh has become a legendary feminist icon. Whether it’s political leaders, little women or star-crossed lovers, Pugh has portrayed several characters. Given the sheer number of movies that she has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my picks for the best movies made by an actress that deserves to be celebrated.

1. Little Women

Writing is a passion that I’ve always enjoyed pursuing. As far as I can remember, I have always wanted to become a famous writer. At an early age, I developed a lifelong passion for writing words on the page. During my childhood, I began the hobby of writing about the art of filmmaking. Despite facing obstacles of cyberbullying, nothing in the world has stopped me from pursuing my passion for writing. Few films I’ve ever seen have captured my passion for writing as powerfully as “Little Women”. Released in 2019, Florence Pugh’s best movie offered a beautiful adaptation of a beloved book about women. In the greatest role of her career, Pugh embodies a 19th Century woman forming bonds with siblings that are a heavy burden to bear. This is the actress unlike you’ve ever seen her before: intense, emotional and vulnerable in her most iconic role. Pugh has always had an aptitude for creating strong feminist characters through emotional monologues, and “Little Women” showcased her strengths as an actress. Working alongside Saoirse Ronan who is also amazing, Pugh honours a legendary book that has built a legacy which is lasting. For instance, the scene in which Amy burns Jo’s writing in a fit of jealousy causing her sister to experience despair is one of the greatest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Little Women” Florence Pugh’s greatest movie is its message. Despite focusing on the lives of women in the 19th Century, it tackles universal themes that everyone would relate to today. It delivers a strong message about the bonds between siblings that would resonate with everyone. Centuries following the publication of a world-famous book about little women pursuing writing passion, it’s a bold reminder about an actress with strong dedication towards her profession whose commemorated movies are definitely worthy of celebration.

2. We Live in Time

Terminal illness has impacted my family. Several years ago, my family learned that our beloved uncle had been diagnosed with Cancer causing sorrow. I remember my uncle was an optimistic person that looked at the world from a positive perspective. His heartbreaking death left my family affected. As someone mourning loss of a terminally ill relative that cherished time, I adored “We Live in Time”. Released in 2024, Florence Pugh’s most recent movie captured the impact of terminal illness on romantic relationships. In the most tragic role of her career, Pugh embodies a woman with terminal illness facing despair. With “We Live in Time”, the actress took steps out of her comfort zone playing a victim of illness. Working alongside Andrew Garfield who is also excellent, Pugh created portrayal of Cancer that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Almut finds she has Cancer causing despair is one of the best moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “We Live in Time” a great movie is its message. The film delivers a bold message about illness which would resonate with everyone. A powerful portrait of terminal illness causing romance to deteriorate, it’s a bold reminder of an actress that audiences appreciate.

3. Oppenheimer

Bombings are intense incidents that shaped my personality. I recall with nostalgia bomb blasts causing trauma in Saudi Arabia. Through a miracle, my family managed to survive the worst disaster in the world imaginable. However, the aftermath of bombings stayed with me forever. As someone haunted by frightening memories of a bomb blast disaster, I adored “Oppenheimer”. Released in 2023, Florence Pugh’s Oscar-winning movie honoured a real-life inventor. In the most provocative role of her career, Pugh embodies a woman engaging in an extramarital affair with an inventor facing warfare. Pugh has an aptitude for exposing her body in sex scenes, and “Oppenheimer” showcased her strengths as a performer. Working alongside Cillian Murphy who is also amazing, Pugh honoured a legendary inventor whose legacy is lasting. For instance, the scene in which Jean Tatlock seduces Oppenheimer at a party beginning their romantic affair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Oppenheimer” a masterpiece is its message. The film delivers a meaningful message about trauma which would resonate with everyone. Centuries after Oppenheimer became an iconic historical figure designing an atomic bomb that was catastrophic, it’s a riveting reminder of an actress whose movies captivate the public.

4. Dune: Part Two

The Middle East is a country that shaped my identity. I recall with nostalgia joyous memories of growing up in Saudi Arabia. Whether it’s the gorgeous desert landscapes or prosperous oil economy, I grew up to value a country that I regarded highly. As someone treasuring fond memories of a country that I’ve grown up to value, I adored “Dune: Part Two”. Released in 2024, Florence Pugh’s movie offered a beautiful adaptation of a beloved book about the Middle East. In the most majestic role of her career, Pugh embodies a legendary princess that becomes involved in a galactic war causing despair. Pugh has always had an aptitude for playing strong women in positions of power, and “Dune: Part Two” showcased her strengths as a performer. For instance, the scene in which Princess Irulan agrees to marry Paul Atreides to ensure that her father lives showcased the actress at her best. Ultimately, what makes “Dune: Part Two” a science-fiction masterpiece is its message. Unlike most science-fiction movies, it tackles strong themes everyone would relate to. The film delivers a meaningful message about terrorism which would resonate with everyone. A dazzling adaptation of a book about dusty dune planets that glimmer beneath the moon, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actress whose commemorated movies definitely won’t be forgotten soon.

5. Black Widow

Black Widow is a wonderful heroine that inspired my friend years ago. I remember a friend that adored the character. A comic-book nerd, he spoke fondly about a heroine that made him feel heard. While Black Widow was a heroine he grew up to value, my friend criticized her sexist depiction in the MCU. As someone treasuring a companion that loved Black Widow years ago, I admired “Black Widow”. Released in 2021, Florence Pugh’s movie offered a fresh feminist interpretation of a famous heroine. In the most feminist role of her career, Pugh embodies a woman facing conflicted bonds with her sister super-heroine causing despair. With “Black Widow”, the actress showcased an aptitude for comedy audiences hadn’t seen. Working alongside Scarlett Johansson who is also amazing, Pugh created a sibling relationship that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Yelena engages in a tense fight with Natasha showcased the actress at her best. Ultimately, what makes “Black Widow” a great comic-book movie is its message. The film delivers a meaningful message about trauma which would resonate with everyone. A bold tribute towards a symbol of feminism, it’s a spellbinding reminder of an actress whose movies have achieved stardom.

6. The Wonder

When it comes to the most beloved books ever written about hunger, it’s worth discussing The Wonder. Since its publication in 2016, Emma Donoghue’s Irish book has become literature that readers cherish. In 2022, Florence Pugh did an extraordinary job adapting the wonderful book in her film “The Wonder”. In the most wondrous role of her career, Pugh embodies a nurse seeking to take care of a fasting girl facing consequences that are dangerous. It’s a role that gave the actress a chance to showcase her strengths for playing strong feminist characters. Pugh showcased rare subtlety in one of her wonderful career roles. A beautiful adaptation of a beloved book about women experiencing hunger, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actress that has produced unforgettable movies that inspire wonder which audiences treasure.

7. Midsommar

Religious cults are terrifying groups that have always scared me. Ever since I learned about them in high school, I have often feared cults that are cruel. With their strange rituals, bizarre practices and eccentric people, cults have always scared me. As someone fearing religious cults that are bizarre, I loved “Midsommar”. Released in 2019, Florence Pugh’s horror movie captured violent cults causing tragedy. In the most emotionally draining role of her career, Pugh embodies a woman that joins a religious cult causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actress an opportunity to showcase her talent for playing emotional women facing tragedies. As strong as Dani’s desire to join a religious cult that’s dangerous, it’s a fantastic reminder of a famous actress that has made unforgettable movies audiences consider to be precious.

8. Lady Macbeth

Florence Pugh is one of those actresses that has always excelled at playing strong feminist characters. Pugh has built an image of being an actress that excels at playing strong women with courage. Pugh’s strength for playing courageous women that face regret is clearly evident in her film “Lady Macbeth”. Released in 2016, Pugh’s movie captured a woman seeking to escape marriage tragedy. Pugh has spent most of her career playing likeable heroines. With “Lady Macbeth”, however, she showcased a villainous side to herself audiences hadn’t seen before. It’s a role that gave the actress a chance to showcase villainy she hadn’t shown in her previous performances. As strong as Lady Macbeth’s desire for control, it’s a riveting reminder of an actress that poured her soul into every role in memorable movies that touch the soul.

9. Fighting with My Family

Few female wrestlers have created a legacy as strong as Saraya Bevis. Raised in a wrestling family, Saraya sought to achieve athletic glory. Driven to succeeding in wrestling, Saraya built a legacy which is lasting. In 2019, Florence Pugh portrayed the female wrestler that fought with her family in her movie “Fighting with my Family”. In the most athletic role of her career, Pugh embodies a woman trained to become a wrestler by a family about whom she grows to care. It gave the actress the chance to showcase athletic abilities for wrestling she hadn’t shown in her career before. Working alongside Dwayne Johnson who is also amazing, Pugh honoured a real-life female wrestler. A fantastic tribute towards a female wrestler that sought to fight, it’s a riveting reminder of a bright actress that has made memorable movies achieving the spotlight.

10. Don’t Worry Darling

Florence Pugh hasn’t always made great movies earning appreciation. While most movies the actress has made have been appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Don’t Worry Darling” falls into the latter category. Released in 2022, Olivia Wilde’s movie was a disaster. In the most wooden role of her career, Pugh embodies a housewife that becomes part of a mysterious community causing despair. Pugh brought charisma to the role standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Don’t Worry Darling” is a disappointing movie, it honours Florence Pugh’s legacy. As strong as Alice’s love for the town of Victory, it’s a riveting reminder of an actress that has built a lasting legacy whose unforgettable movies I will forever treasure for inspiring me to turn dreams of film criticism into reality.