All Aboard the Sandra Bullock Train: Her 10 Best Movies, Ranked
From high-speed chases to heartwarming tales of family, Bullock has given us some unforgettable performances.
10. "Speed 2: Cruise Control" (1997) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 4%
Sandra Bullock returns as Annie Porter, still drawn to high-speed vehicles, only this time, it's a luxurious cruise ship. What's the catch? A terrorist named Geiger, a disgruntled computer programmer, hijacks the ship. Bullock's cop boyfriend, Alex, joins the fray to save the day.
Did we mention the ship's headed straight for an oil tanker? An action flick with high seas and high stakes – what more could you ask for?
9. "Two Weeks Notice" (2002) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 42%
Enter Lucy Kelson, a lawyer and activist played by Sandra Bullock, hired by billionaire playboy George Wade (Hugh Grant). Lucy's job? To provide legal counsel, but she ends up being his personal assistant.
The line between the professional and personal blurs. The plot twist? Lucy wants out but not before she trains her replacement. A rom-com where love and legal affairs intertwine.
8. "Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous" (2005) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 15%
Guess who's back? Bullock returns as Gracie Hart, the FBI agent turned beauty queen, now the face of the FBI. When her friends, Miss United States and pageant host Stan, are kidnapped in Las Vegas, Gracie goes undercover – again.
Cue the quirky disguises, clumsy encounters, and of course, fabulous fashion. There's a casino, a drag show, and a rescue operation. The mission? To save the day while staying fabulous.
7. "The Heat" (2013) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 66%
Picture this: a by-the-book FBI agent, Sarah Ashburn (Bullock), paired with a rough-around-the-edges Boston cop, Mullins (Melissa McCarthy). The mission? Taking down a drug kingpin.
Their dynamic? Hilarious. The chemistry between the two is palpable as they navigate the criminal underworld while butting heads and breaking rules. It's a laugh-a-minute roller coaster, with some action thrown in for good measure.
6. "Bird Box" (2018) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 64%
Ever wondered what it's like to navigate a post-apocalyptic world blindfolded? Meet Malorie (Bullock), a mother trying to protect her two children from mysterious entities that cause people to go insane if they see them.
Malorie embarks on a dangerous journey down a river, blindfolded, with her children in tow. Along the way, she encounters fellow survivors, dangers, and tough choices. The flashbacks reveal her initial escape with a group of strangers and her growing bond with a fellow survivor. With fear and suspense lurking around every corner, it's a gripping tale of survival.
5. "While You Were Sleeping" (1995) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 81%
Lonely transit worker Lucy (Bullock) rescues Peter, a handsome commuter she secretly admires, from an oncoming train. In a hospital mix-up, she's mistaken for his fiancée. As she's welcomed into his family, she grows closer to Peter's brother, Jack.
Can Lucy keep up the charade, or will her true feelings come to light? Romance and comedy intertwine as Lucy navigates this heartwarming, albeit complicated, love triangle.
4. "The Proposal" (2009) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 45%
Book editor Margaret (Bullock) faces deportation back to Canada, so what does she do? She convinces her assistant Andrew (Ryan Reynolds) to marry her. To prove their relationship is real, they travel to Alaska to meet Andrew's family.
Between an eccentric grandmother, a lovable dog, and some unexpected feelings, things get interesting. As they pretend to be in love, they might just find the real thing. Romance with a dose of humor? Sign us up.
3. "Gravity" (2013) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 96%
Dr. Ryan Stone (Bullock) is a medical engineer on her first space mission when disaster strikes. Debris from a destroyed satellite damages their shuttle, leaving her and astronaut Matt Kowalski (George Clooney) stranded in space.
As they struggle to survive, they must navigate their way back to Earth with limited oxygen and resources. The stunning visuals, paired with Bullock's intense performance, create a gripping tale of survival against all odds.
2. "The Blind Side" (2009) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 66%
Based on a true story, Leigh Anne Tuohy (Bullock) and her family take in homeless teenager Michael Oher, who becomes an All-American football player. The Tuohys provide Michael with the love and support he needs to overcome obstacles and achieve his dreams.
Bullock's portrayal of the fiercely protective Leigh Anne earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. It's a heartwarming tale of love, family, and the power of giving back.
1. "Speed" (1994) – Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95%
Hop on board a city bus that can't drop below 50 mph, or it'll explode! Bullock stars as Annie, a passenger forced to take the wheel when the driver is injured. LAPD officer Jack Traven (Keanu Reeves) tries to defuse the situation as the mad bomber watches from afar.
With its heart-pounding action sequences and high-speed thrills, it's no wonder this film catapulted Bullock to stardom. This exhilarating ride is one you won't want to miss.