10 of the best and 10 of the worst Matthew McConaughey movies of all time

Meghan CookNov 3, 2020, 23:58 IST

Matthew McConaughey is an Oscar-winning actor.Universal; Columbia Pictures; Focus Features

Matthew McConaughey is known for his roles in "Dallas Buyers Club" (2013) and "Magic Mike" (2012).
McConaughey's highest-rated films include "Kubo and the Two Strings" (2016) and "Mud" (2013).
On the other hand, movies like "Surfer, Dude" (2008) and "Larger than Life" (1996) failed to win critics over.

Matthew McConaughey is known for his trademark drawl and charm, but not all of his roles have garnered positive reviews from critics.

Here are the best and worst movies McConaughey has ever been in, according to critic ratings on Rotten Tomatoes.

Note: All scores were current on the date of publication and are subject to change. Films without critical ratings were not included.

McConaughey's highest-rated film is "Kubo and the Two Strings" (2016).

Matthew McConaughey, Art Parkinson, and Charlize Theron voiced the leads in the film. Focus Features

In "Mud" (2013), he starred as the titular character.

Matthew McConaughey in "Mud." Lionsgate Films

McConaughey played Buddy Deeds in "Lone Star" (1996).

Matthew McConaughey in "Lone Star." Sony Pictures Home Entertainment

He was interviewed in "Richard Linklater: Dream Is Destiny" (2016).

Matthew McConaughey was in Richard Linklater's film "Dazed and Confused." Black/Bernstein Productions

The actor played Ron Woodroof in "Dallas Buyers Club" (2013).

Matthew McConaughey won an Oscar for his performance in "Dallas Buyers Club." Focus Features

In "Dazed and Confused" (1993), he played David Wooderson.

Matthew McConaughey in "Dazed and Confused." Universal Pictures

McConaughey was Danny Buck in "Bernie" (2012).

Matthew McConaughey as Danny Buck in "Bernie." Millenium Entertainment

He portrayed Al Bean in "Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D" (2005).

"Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D" was narrated by Tom Hanks. Imax Corporation

The actor was featured in "Friedkin Uncut" (2019).

William Friedkin directed films like "Killer Joe" starring Matthew McConaughey. AMBI Distribution

In "The Lincoln Lawyer" (2011), he played Mick Haller.

Matthew McConaughey and Ryan Phillippe in "The Lincoln Lawyer." Lionsgate Films

Critics had less love for "Serenity" (2019).

Matthew McConaughey in "Serenity." Aviron Pictures

The actor appeared as himself in "Paparazzi" (2004).

Daniel Baldwin appeared in "Paparazzi." 20th Century Fox

He was Dr. Steve Edison in "The Wedding Planner" (2001).

Matthew McConaughey in "The Wedding Planner." Columbia Pictures

The actor played Arthur Brennan in "The Sea of Trees" (2016).

Matthew McConaughey in "The Sea of Trees." Waypoint Entertainment

McConaughey was Walter O'Dim in "The Dark Tower" (2017).

Matthew McConaughey in "The Dark Tower." Sony Pictures

He had a small role in "My Boyfriend's Back" (1993).

Matthew McConaughey and Oliver Tull in "My Boyfriend's Back." Buena Vista Films

McConaughey was Vilmer in "Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation" (1994).

Matthew McConaughey in "Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation." Sony Pictures Home Entertainment

He played Finn in "Fool's Gold" (2008).

Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson in "Fool's Gold." Warner Bros. Pictures

The actor played Tip Tucker in "Larger than Life" (1996).

Matthew McConaughey appeared alongside Bill Murray in "Larger than Life." MGM Home Entertainment

He was Steve Addington in "Surfer, Dude" (2008), his lowest-rated film.

Matthew McConaughey starred in "Surfer, Dude." Anchor Bay Entertainment

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