Every single Blake Lively movie, ranked
- Blake Lively is well known for The CW's "Gossip Girl" and "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants."
- According to critics, the actor's highest-rated films are "The Town" and "A Simple Favor."
Blake Lively played Glenda in her lowest-rated movie, "Hick" (2011).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 5%
Summary: A young teen named Luli (Chloë Grace Moretz) hitchhikes West in the 1980s and runs into dangerous drifters Eddie (Eddie Redmayne) and Glenda (Lively) along the way.
Critics across the board panned "Hick" as a dismal exploration of drug addiction without commentary or strong direction.
"Director Derick Martini basically gives up on storytelling about 20 minutes into the feature, hoping a grubby atmosphere of creepy men and vulnerable women is enough to patch the abyssal holes in the plot," wrote film critic Brian Orndorf.
She starred opposite her now-husband Ryan Reynolds in "Green Lantern" (2011).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 26%
Summary: "Green Lantern" follows Hal Jordan's (Ryan Reynolds) journey from hotshot test pilot to the latest superpowered recruit of an ancient order that transcends time and space.
In the film, Lively played Jordan's childhood sweetheart, Carol Ferris. The two actors formed a connection on set and later married in 2012.
Despite the real-life love story, most critics felt like "Green Lantern" put more stake in computer animation than it did in character and plot.
"The filmmakers are under the impression that audiences will accept anything, as long as it's drenched in special effects," Mike Massie wrote for Gone With the Twins.
The actor played Stephanie Patrick in "The Rhythm Section" (2020).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 28%
Summary: Based on the novel by Mark Burnell, the spy thriller centers on Stephanie Patrick's (Lively) thirst for revenge upon learning that her entire family was killed in a plane crash staged by terrorists.
Critics directed their praise toward Lively's lead performance, but many found the rest of the film lacking.
"It's hard to believe the stars of vapid spy thriller 'The Rhythm Section' fell for a script that is so lazily strung together; it's the cinematic equivalent of a couch potato," wrote M.N. Miller in a review for Ready Steady Cut.
In the movie "All I See Is You" (2016), she was Gina.
Rotten Tomatoes score: 29%
Summary: In the psychological drama, Gina (Lively) feels a widening distance between her and her husband James (Jason Clarke) after her vision is restored.
Some critics saw promise in the film's premise but felt like the plot failed to deliver.
"By the time things shift into hackneyed thriller contrivances, it becomes increasingly difficult to maintain interest," Sara Michelle Fetters wrote for Movie Freak.
Lively appeared in "New York, I Love You" (2009) as Gabrielle DiMarco.
Rotten Tomatoes score: 37%
Summary: "New York, I Love You" is a series of vignettes about life and love in the Big Apple. In one of the segments, Lively appeared as Gabrielle DiMarco.
Some critics had kind words for the project's overall cinematography, but others largely found the short films to be disjointed and contrived.
"Cinema-goers won't find much to dig their teeth into with this disappointing collection of shorts," Glenn Dunks wrote for Trespass.
She was Monica in the comedy "Accepted" (2006).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 38%
Summary: After creating a fake college to attend to scam his parents, Bartleby Gaines (Justin Long) is shocked to discover that real students want to attend his fictional university.
In the comedy, Lively played Bartleby's love interest, Monica Moreland.
Critics said the comedy had a few shining moments, but overall, the main joke of the film got old pretty quickly.
In a review for Film Frenzy Matt Brunson wrote that "Accepted" offers a "smattering of decent chuckles amidst all the predictable piling on of pilfered plotlines."
Lively played O in the crime drama "Savages" (2012).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 50%
Summary: Marijuana growers Ben (Aaron Johnson) and Chon (Taylor Kitsch) live a peaceful life with their girlfriend Ophelia "O" Sage (Lively) until they find themselves in the crosshairs of cartel leader Elena Sánchez (Salma Hayek).
Ultimately, the crime thriller earned mixed reviews from critics, but most highlighted director Oliver Stone's impressive vision.
"Messy, violent, and often garish, but it's capably directed by Stone," Johnny Loftus wrote for Decider.
In "The Age of Adaline" (2015), she starred as Adaline Bowman.
Rotten Tomatoes score: 55%
Summary: After a lightning strike in 1937, Adaline Bowman (Lively) discovers that she can't age beyond 29 years old. Despite her secret and her life on the run, Adaline still tries to find lasting love with Ellis (Michiel Huisman).
Critics were hard-won to find a consensus on the film, with some praising the work of the cast and others lamenting the film's lack of structure.
"The unhurried storytelling matches Adaline's endless life, making this a respectable date movie," Udita Jhunjhunwala wrote for Livemint.
She returned as Bridget in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2" (2008).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 66%
Summary: In the sequel, Carmen (America Ferrera) joins a theater program, Tibby (Amber Tamblyn) works in a video store, Lena (Alexis Bledel) studies art in Rhode Island, and Bridget (Lively) comes to terms with her mother's loss while traveling abroad in Turkey.
Although some critics questioned whether a sequel was necessary, most appreciated the natural chemistry between the four leads.
"While 'Pants 2' isn't quite the comfy fit that the original 'Pants' was, its charming cast and sunny spirit are still magical," Julie Washington wrote for the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
She was 16-year-old Pippa in "The Private Lives of Pippa Lee" (2009).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 70%
Summary: The drama reflects upon the turbulent life of Pippa Lee as she gets older, confronts her familial relationships, and grows estranged from her husband Herb (Alan Arkin).
Lively played the 16-year-old version of the character, and Robin Wright played the older version.
The film had some detractors, but most critics had nothing but praise for Wright's central performance.
"A superb performance by Robin Wright Penn illuminates Rebecca Miller's intelligent and revealing look at the inner wild child beneath a 50-ish Connecticut matron," wrote critic Jonathan F. Richards.
The actor played Veronica in "Café Society" (2016).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 71%
Summary: In the 1930s, Bobby (Jesse Eisenberg) leaves New York with his sights set on Hollywood and soon falls for Veronica (Kristen Stewart), his uncle's mistress.
In the romantic comedy, Lively played Bobby's wife, Veronica.
Although some critics faulted the film for being predictable, it largely garnered positive reviews.
"If you must stick to a formula, there are worse ones to follow," James Luxford wrote for City AM. "Even in this low gear, the points about relationships are as salient as ever, helped along by Eisenberg in restrained and likable form."
She was also Bridget in "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" (2005).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 77%
Summary: Based on the novel by Ann Brashares, the coming-of-age story follows four best friends (Ferrera, Tamblyn, Lively, and Bledel) as they trade jeans and letters with each other during an eventful summer apart.
Filled with heartfelt performances and a surprising amount of depth, the film received a positive reception from critics.
"It's heartening to see a movie about teenage girls that is concerned with serious questions and avoids the pettiness that filmmakers tend to ascribe to young women of that age," Claudia Puig wrote for USA Today.
Lively starred as Nancy in "The Shallows" (2016).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 78%
Summary: After the tragic passing of her mother, Nancy Adams (Lively) travels to a remote beach to collect her thoughts. But soon she finds herself fighting for survival as a great white shark encircles her.
Thrilling and filled with a noteworthy performance from Lively, "The Shallows" enthralled critics.
"Gulp your doubts and follow the imperiled girl into adversities that turn this summer shark dish, if not into 'Jaws,' then into a twisting, biting, exciting loner-in-crisis drama," Nigel Andrews wrote for the Financial Times.
She acted opposite Anna Kendrick in "A Simple Favor" (2018).
Rotten Tomatoes score: 84%
Summary: Stephanie Smothers (Anna Kendrick) is thrown for a loop when her new best friend Emily Nelson (Lively) suddenly disappears. As Stephanie digs into Emily's mysterious past, she also must venture further into her own.
Critics praised Kendrick and Lively for sinking their teeth into memorable roles and leaving them in awe.
Wendy Ide wrote for the Observer, "The lip-smacking, acid drops of malice in the latest film from Paul Feig ('Bridesmaids') makes this unexpectedly cruel comedy as intoxicating as the mid-afternoon martinis swilled by the two central characters."
Her highest-rated film is "The Town" (2010)."
Rotten Tomatoes score: 92%
Summary: After a bank robbery, four friends, Doug MacRay (Ben Affleck), Jem Coughlin (Jeremy Renner), Albert "Gloansy" Magloan (Slaine), and Dez Elden (Owen Burke), must deal with the aftermath.
In the heist drama, Lively played Jem's sister, Krista.
Critics rushed to compliment the film's taut direction, enviable script, and rich character development.
"'The Town' is a definite must-see," Candice Frederick wrote for Reel Talk Online.
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