89 Films Featuring Best Supporting Actresses

During the American Civil War and Reconstruction, the spoiled daughter of a Georgia plantation owner unexpectedly finds passion and self-discovery as she becomes involved with a cynical businessman. The film tells a story of romance set against a backdrop of…

The story of "Irish" Micky Ward's surprising journey to becoming the world light welterweight champion. Inspired by Rocky, his ascent was guided by his half-brother Dicky, a former boxer who became his trainer. Dicky himself overcame a difficult past involving…

This film chronicles the life of Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947. It follows his rise to prominence as a successful film producer and aviation innovator, alongside the increasing effects of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder on his mental state.

This film adapts the popular stage musical, which itself is based on Victor Hugo's 19th-century French novel. Jean Valjean, who served a prison sentence for stealing bread, is relentlessly pursued by Police Inspector Javert. Their ongoing chase dominates their lives,…

During a violent hurricane, "Key Largo" unfolds as a gripping drama inside a hotel. The story centers on Johnny Rocco, a ruthless mobster who takes hostages at the hotel owned by James Temple. Trapped together, the characters' relationships are strained.…

Elwood P. Dowd is a kind man with a remarkable friend: a six-foot-tall, invisible rabbit named Harvey. Though his family and friends doubt Harvey's existence, Elwood considers him a true companion, brightening everyone he meets. When his sister tries to…

During World War II in Nazi-occupied Amsterdam, a young Jewish girl and her family seek refuge in an attic with friends to avoid capture. Inside, they face intense emotional challenges as they try to stay human amidst terrible hardship. The…

In 1965 Indonesia, Australian journalist Guy Hamilton journeys into the center of civil unrest to report on the unfolding chaos. He finds connection with a local photographer who offers insight into Indonesian society, and together they investigate the complex political…

A veteran news anchor, Howard Beale, is fired after 25 years on air due to his age. During his final broadcast, he declares he will commit suicide. Instead of being silenced, Beale's outburst unexpectedly grabs national attention and dramatically increases…

Over a year, between two Thanksgivings, Hannah's life changes unexpectedly when her husband develops feelings for her sister, Lee. This creates a ripple effect within their family, exposing the complicated relationships between the four siblings. Separately, Hannah's ex-husband begins reconnecting…

This sweeping drama, adapted from Hervey Allen's novel, chronicles the life of Anthony Adverse. Abandoned as a child by his father, a nobleman named Don Luis, Anthony finds guidance with his grandfather, John Bonnyfeather, and develops feelings for Angela Giuseppe.…

Charley Partanna is a highly skilled hitman for the powerful Prizzi crime family. He becomes unexpectedly drawn to Irene Walker, another professional in the same dangerous world, yet she remains mysterious to him. Their shared violent history sparks a complex…

In Depression-era Kansas, a Bible salesman's life changes when he meets a young girl who insists he is her father. Facing an uncertain connection and the difficulties of the era, they decide to create a new life together as a…

In 1920s Chicago, two women convicted of murder, Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart, find themselves on death row. They navigate the legal system, competing for media attention and fame as a means to avoid execution.

Set during the rise of the Indian independence movement in British India, the story follows Miss Adela Quested, a determined British woman traveling to India to meet her fiancé, Ronny Heaslop. Ronny, a city magistrate, is already in India with…

"Four Strange Tales at the Beverly Hills Hotel" follows a day in the lives of different people who meet at this famous hotel. Each person faces surprising problems and discoveries. Behind the hotel's glamorous appearance, we see complicated human stories…

A young man and woman from opposing gangs in New York City develop a romantic relationship. However, increasing conflict between their friends threatens to escalate into a devastating outcome.

'Don' tells the story of Don Baker, who moves to San Francisco to find independence from his mother. He meets Jill Tanner, a free-spirited neighbor, and they form a connection based on his charm and her easygoing nature. The film…

In a quiet New England town, Judy and Peter Shepherd discover a mysterious board game called "Jumanji," which unexpectedly throws them into a perilous jungle world. Each turn of the game presents a cryptic clue they must solve to escape.…

The film follows Ted Kramer, a man focused on his career who neglects his family. His wife Joanna leaves him, leaving Ted to unexpectedly become responsible for their home and young son Billy. The story explores how he adapts to…

A young man leaves his privileged life and fiancée to find himself on a journey of self-discovery. After ten years of change, he returns home to discover his past isn't finished with him. His former fiancée, now married, is determined…

A Chinese immigrant in her later years finds herself caught in a bizarre and thrilling journey. She is the only one who can protect what matters most to her by reaching out to the paths her life might have taken…

Travel writer Macon Leary is deeply affected by the sudden death of his son, and becomes emotionally numb. His marriage weakens, leading to a separation and a period of detached reflection. A lively and unconventional woman helps Macon reconnect with…

This biographical drama follows the eventful life of journalist John Reed, who was deeply involved in both his career and the Russian socialist revolution. The film explores Reed's tireless efforts to report the major events of early 20th-century Europe, events…

In 1935, legendary Belgian detective Hercule Poirot encounters an unexpected mystery when a snowstorm stranding a train full of passengers. Trapped together, they unknowingly share a carriage with a murderer who committed their crime the night before. Poirot uses his…

Newly released from prison, Tom Joad returns home to find his family has lost their farm. He joins them as they travel west to California, hoping for a better life during the Great Depression. The film follows their difficult journey,…

This is a moving story about an unlikely friendship between a young blind and illiterate white woman and an empathetic African American man. Their bond develops in a difficult environment marked by poverty and abuse. The woman faces hardship navigating…

The film chronicles the fast ascent of an ordinary man who uses dubious methods to achieve success in a competitive environment. A reporter follows his story, exposing the questionable dealings behind his quick rise. An elegant socialite becomes unexpectedly involved…

Aibileen Clark, a middle-aged African-American woman who has dedicated her life to raising white children, is grieving the recent loss of her son. Minny Jackson, another African-American maid, frequently clashes with her employers despite her family's financial hardship and constant…

In a close-knit Texas town, two high school seniors, Sonny, an ambitious dreamer, and Duane, a popular local, face uncertain futures as graduation nears. Duane is in a relationship with the town's beauty queen, while Sonny secretly has an affair…

In the early 1960s, three female soul singers achieve mainstream success, navigating personal challenges as they rise to pop stardom.

Rita, a lawyer overlooked by her firm, which prioritizes acquitting criminals over seeking justice, is hired by the leader of a criminal organization.

A group of wealthy travelers are stuck in London after a thick fog grounds flights at Heathrow. Forced to spend unplanned time together, they face unexpected personal struggles. Stripped of their usual comforts, the passengers confront their weaknesses, conflicts with…

This film chronicles the experiences of a divorced couple as they navigate parenthood while raising their young son. The story follows the boy over twelve years, from first grade at age six through his teenage years, exploring his evolving relationship…

Michael Dorsey, an unemployed actor, comes up with a plan to find work: he creates a female character named Dorothy Michaels. He auditions for a role in a popular daytime drama as Dorothy and gets the part. Playing a strong…

An English writer on a business trip to Crete meets the vibrant Alexis Zorba. This unexpected encounter profoundly changes the writer, who is initially reserved, as he's drawn into Zorba's lively world. Through shared experiences and navigating cultural differences, the…

This is the story of Melvin Dummar, a man who consistently overcame hardship with unwavering hope. Struggling financially, his life changed dramatically when he claimed to have inherited the fortune of the reclusive Howard Hughes. The film examines Dummar's complex…

Young playwright David Shayne gets funding from gangster Nick Valenti for his new play. Nick's girlfriend, Olive, takes on the role of a psychiatrist in the production, surprisingly securing the part despite her inexperience, much to David's frustration. As the…

In a beautiful English resort, this moving film follows the personal battles of its guests. More than just a vacation spot, the resort offers a place for people dealing with difficult emotions. As they attend therapy and live together, the…

Toni Simmons is devastated when her lover, Julian Winston, abruptly cancels a date. Heartbroken and desperate for his attention, she attempts suicide. This act unexpectedly draws Julian's attention, causing him to question his decision to marry her. However, Toni's insistence…

Gerda Wegener asks her husband Einar to pose for her portrait, and in the process, Einar discovers the person Gerda envisioned for her. He begins living as a woman named Lili Elbe. With Gerda's love and encouragement, Lili starts a…

A determined magazine writer investigates the hidden reality of anti-Semitism by living within a Jewish community and witnessing the prejudice firsthand. The film explores identity, bravery, and the fight to expose injustice. As the writer navigates this challenging world, they…

Two friends find themselves in a comical predicament when they are wrongly arrested in Alabama and accused of a serious crime. Their situation changes when one of them reveals he has a distant cousin, Vincent Gambini, who just passed the…

A character-driven story follows a man who returns to his hometown because of a family emergency. Reluctantly adjusting, he tries to care for his ill mother and their failing shop. Facing financial hardship, he's tempted by crime as a way…

This film tells the true story of young Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing as a baby due to a mysterious illness. It shows her world as a place of silence and darkness, where simple human contact is…

A history professor and his wife host a dinner for a young, newlywed couple joining the university. The initial pleasantries give way to shared secrets as the evening progresses. The dinner reveals the older couple's hidden struggles with bitterness, dysfunction,…

A former boxer now working as a longshoreman discovers widespread corruption within the labor union. He risks everything to expose powerful leaders involved in extortion, murder, and other criminal activities.

In 1871 Chicago, as the city faces a devastating fire, two Irish immigrant brothers struggle for success. Jack O'Leary values honesty and hard work. Dion, however, is more willing to use dishonest methods to gain power and wealth in the…

This historical drama follows William Shakespeare as he's pressured to finish his new play, "Romeo and Ethel, The Pirate's Daughter," before it's ready. While racing against time, he meets a noblewoman named Viola, and their romance becomes the heart of…

Set in 1960s Beverly Hills, this comedy-drama follows a hairdresser as he deals with complicated relationships and money problems leading up to the 1968 presidential election. While trying to open his own salon and pursue several romantic relationships, the main…

Tonya Harding is a rising star in U.S. Competitive ice skating. However, her career faces a crisis when her former husband becomes involved.

In the mid-1930s, Hungarian cartographer Count Almásy joins a Royal Geographical Society expedition to map the vast Sahara Desert. He and his fellow researchers navigate the challenging landscape with skill and resolve. But as World War II approaches, their peaceful…

A stage director and an actress navigate a difficult divorce that spans the country, testing their limits and forcing them to confront their deepest selves.

During World War II in Hawaii, this moving story centers on a regular soldier punished for refusing to box for his unit's team, costing him a promotion. As wartime pressures intensify, the captain's wife and his second-in-command find common ground…

In the United States before the Civil War, Solomon Northup, a free Black man from New York, is kidnapped and forced into slavery. He endures cruelty and kindness while fighting to survive and maintain his self-respect. During his twelfth year…

During a summer vacation in Spain, two friends are captivated by a local artist. Their admiration turns complicated when his volatile ex-wife unexpectedly appears, disrupting their budding affections.

A commercial flight descends into chaos when an unexpected bomber is among the passengers. As heavy snow threatens to shut down the airport, the travelers' lives become intertwined. The film explores the individual struggles of each passenger as they face…

I.M. Weasel is exceptionally capable: noble, generous, brilliant, and successful at anything he tries. This story follows his latest confrontation with his nemesis, I.R. Baboon. While I.M. Weasel excels, I.R. Baboon is clumsy, unintelligent, and talentless. As they face challenges…

Christy Brown's inspiring story follows his remarkable achievements despite severe physical limitations. Born into a working-class Irish family, he lives with cerebral palsy, leaving him unable to control his body. At five years old, he unexpectedly demonstrates control by writing…

Air Force Major Lloyd Gruver (Marlon Brando) is assigned to a Japanese air base, where his rigid approach to duty is challenged by racial prejudice among his fellow soldiers against the local Japanese people. The situation becomes more complex as…

Lenny and Amanda are overjoyed to welcome their son Max, who quickly reveals himself to be a child prodigy. Fascinated by Max's intelligence, Lenny sets out to find his biological mother, hoping for similar gifts. He discovers Linda Ash, a…

A young woman is devastated by the loss of her husband in a plane crash. While grieving, she discovers that her husband's former love is pregnant with his child. This revelation throws her into emotional turmoil as she confronts his…

In 1850s Louisiana, a headstrong Southern woman's impulsive nature puts everyone around her in danger.

In the tough neighborhoods of the Upper West Side, a long-standing Polish-American gang clashes with a newer, more violent Puerto Rican group. The constant tension between them is about to explode when an unexpected romance develops between two people from…

This drama follows a former Southern belle trying to maintain her fading elegance. She moves in with her sister in New Orleans, but her precarious life is complicated by her controlling brother-in-law, who repeatedly questions her sanity. As she struggles…

Harlem, 1987. Sixteen-year-old Claireece "Precious" Jones faces unimaginable hardship. Pregnant again by her father, who is absent from her life, Precious endures a brutal home life dominated by an abusive mother. At school, amidst chaos, Precious has surprisingly maintained good…

Justin Quayle is a quiet, unassuming British diplomat who has always avoided trouble. However, following the death of his radical wife, Tessa, he becomes driven to uncover the truth behind her demise. This pursuit plunges him into the heart of…

John Forbes Nash Jr. Rises to fame as a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, poised for international recognition after a major discovery. However, accepting a classified cryptography assignment draws him into a shadowy conspiracy. His life spirals into turmoil, forcing…

An arranged marriage takes Ada and her independent daughter to the remote landscapes of 19th-century New Zealand. There, Ada clashes with her dominant husband while also finding herself drawn to a strong, outdoorsy frontiersman, sparking a dangerous attraction.

In 1930s Spain, Robert Jordan is drawn into the country's brutal civil war as a dedicated supporter of one of the sides. He's tasked with a critical mission: to destroy a key bridge in the mountains. The success of this…

When a lawyer on a major class-action case against a chemical company suffers a mental breakdown, the firm calls in their specialist to clean up the mess.

A Korean American family relocates to a farm in Arkansas, pursuing the American dream. Navigating the difficulties of a new life in the unfamiliar Ozarks, they find strength in their family bonds and discover the true meaning of home.

Set in the fertile Salinas Valley during World War I, the story explores complicated family relationships against a backdrop of rivalry and emotional struggles. Cal Trask, a driven young man, fights for his father's affection within a tense family. He's…

In August 1949, Life Magazine asked the question, "Jackson Pollock: Is he the greatest living painter in the United States?" This film explores the life of an exceptional man, often described as "an artist dedicated to concealment, a celebrity nobody…

During the 1930s Great Depression, this drama follows Bonnie Parker, a restless waitress seeking excitement, and Clyde Barrow, an ex-convict haunted by his past. Their relationship intensifies as they turn to crime, traveling the country while stealing cars and robbing…

"Murder in the Family" is a gripping story of secrets, longing, and ambition within a wealthy Texas family. Geologist Mitch Wayne becomes involved with the Hadley family while working a job, secretly drawn to Lucy, the unhappy wife of Kyle.…

Set in the late 1960s, this film is based on the true story of Susanna Kaysen. After a brief meeting with a psychiatrist, she's committed to a mental institution, disrupting her life. What starts as a short stay becomes a…

Kay Miniver, a wealthy homemaker, manages the small concerns of her family as their lives connect with the local upper class. Her son, Vin, begins a relationship with Carol Beldon, the granddaughter of Lady Beldon. Kay and her husband Clem…

In the English countryside, a chance meeting with the Brown family gives young Mi Taylor an unexpected opportunity: to train Pie, a spirited racehorse won by Velvet Brown in a local lottery. As Mi and Velvet develop a bond over…

This true story follows acclaimed playwright Lillian Hellman as her close friend asks her to undertake a dangerous mission. Amidst the growing horrors of Nazi Germany, Hellman is tasked with smuggling vital money into the country to help those suffering.…

During the Christmas break at a New England boarding school, a grumpy instructor is unexpectedly required to stay on campus to look after a small group of students without families to go home to. He develops an unexpected connection with…

Against the backdrop of the American Civil War, a wounded Confederate soldier named W.P. Inman deserts his unit to return to his wife, Ada, and their farm. His journey south is fraught with danger, while Ada, with help from a…

Set in 1950s Pittsburgh, the film follows a Black father grappling with the challenges of poverty and racism while striving to provide for his family. He also battles personal struggles as he navigates life.

The film follows Jonathan Shields, a driven Hollywood producer whose career rises and falls with his own relentless pursuit of success. The story is told through the memories of people who worked with him: a writer named James Lee Bartlow,…

Loretta Castorini, a 37-year-old Italian-American widow, feels she's always been unlucky in love. She accepts a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, Johnny, even though she doesn't love him. Her life changes when she meets Johnny's younger brother, Ronny, a passionate…

When her fiancé is wrongly convicted of a crime, a pregnant African-American woman embarks on a determined journey to prove his innocence and secure his release.

Following his death, a young man's spirit remains to alert his girlfriend to a looming threat, aided by a psychic who doesn't want to get involved.

This drama tells the story of Elmer Gantry, a skilled con man who changes direction when he meets Sister Sharon Falconer, a charismatic preacher leading an evangelical tour. Elmer pretends to be a devout follower and joins her show, using…