Kristen Bell is a woman who is known for many things. She is an actor, who can cover any character from hopeful princess to alcoholic and depressed divorcee. Bell is a singer, raising awareness to her vocal talents in the Disney hit Frozen. She is also a celebrity loved for her relatability—as a mom, wife, and overall human being.
Beginning her acting career in the early 2000s, Kristen Bell has been on our screens almost nonstop for the last two decades. She is a constant star, currently working on two projects that are in post- and pre-production. Because of this popularity, she has been cast in numerous roles. Through the years, Kristen has played minor roles, supporting characters, and the star in several dozen movies and shows. Out of all her acting credits, we want to take a look at those in which she was front and center. Here are Kristen Bell’s best performances as rated by IMDb.
10 Disney Sequel 'Frozen II' - IMDb Rating 6.8
Frozen II premiered in 2019, six years after its prequel was released. Still following the Arendelle sisters Anna and Elsa, the theme moves from sisterly love to one surrounding the discovery of self and belonging. The original cast reprised their roles in this animated family musical, and Kristen Bell was super excited to step into the role of “Anna” once more.
9 'Veronica Mars' The Movie - IMDb Rating 6.8
Among Kristen Bell’s earliest works was the television series Veronica Mars. The show originally debuted in 2004 and became such a hit that after four seasons, they produced a movie under the same title. This movie follows the same genre as the show it was inspired by, filled with mystery, accusations, and crime.
8 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' - IMDb Rating 7.1
Starring alongside Jason Segel, Kristen Bell appeared in the 2008 romcom Forgetting Sarah Marshall. This movie had an all-star cast with names like Mila Kunis, Paul Rudd, and Russell Brand working on set. This hilarious movie of love and heartbreak lead our main characters to break up (un-mutually) only to run into each other after unknowingly booking the same hotel for vacation.
7 'House Of Lies' - IMDb Rating 7.4
House of Lies is an American drama TV series that lasted for five seasons. Dropping its first episode in 2012, this dark show is about a fast-talking conman who uses his smarts and his colleagues to charm wealthy corporate workers into giving them inordinate amounts of money. Kristen Bell and Don Cheadle are two of the main characters in this series, along with the usually comedy-type-casted actor, Ben Schwartz.
6 The Animated Comedy 'Unsupervised' - IMDb Rating 7.4
Unsupervised is an animated sitcom that lasted on FX for one season in 2012. This show is centered around two male best friends who live life unsupervised. With parents that are either absent or uninvolved, these two teenagers try to navigate life during that awkward and confusing in-between time of becoming an adult.
5 Disney's 'Frozen' - IMDb Rating 7.4
Disney’s Frozen was one of the most popular princess movies for several years after its release, spurring the franchise to make licensed products in almost every form. This movie came out in 2013 and introduced fun singalong songs, as well as a princess story that didn’t end in marrying a prince charming. Kristen Bell voices younger sister “Anna,” and helped show the audience that familial love is the strongest of all.
4 The Drama 'Gracie's Choice' - IMDb Rating 7.5
In 2004, the Lifetime TV movie Gracie’s Choice was released. Kristen Bell starred in the film as the titular character, Gracie, who was forced to take care of her four half-siblings after their mother gets sent to jail for her drug addiction. As a teenager herself, she struggles with the major change in responsibilities and seeks to find a sense of stability.
3 The Animated Kids Show 'Do, Re & Mi' - IMDb Rating 8.1
Do, Re & Mi is a children’s animated series revolving around three little bird friends whose world is filled to the brim with music. They go on adventures together and enjoy the different beats and melodies they come across. This is one of the most recent projects for Kristen Bell, who voices “Mi,” as the first episode released last year and is continuing through 2022.
2 Hit Series 'The Good Place' - IMDb Rating 8.2
One of Kristen’s most recognizable roles is from starring on The Good Place. This American sitcom thrived for four seasons between 2016-2020. In a comedic dystopian setting, this series explores the ideas of heaven and hell, good and bad behavior, and moral dilemmas. As “Eleanor Shellstrop,” Kristen Bell guides the audience through growth, friendship, love, and human behavior.
1 'Veronica Mars' - IMDb Rating 8.3
Veronica Mars, the 2004 mystery television show, is Kristen Bell’s highest rated performance. She took center stage as the infamous “Veronica Mars,” a girl who used to roll with the popular crowd but quickly turned into the joke of the town and number one outcast thanks to a series of loss and trauma. This show lasted for four seasons before meeting its end, but is considered one of Bell’s first big roles.
