Top 5 Best Films Starring the Highest-Grossing Actress of All Time. Have You Actually Seen Them All?

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Scarlett Johansson has officially become the highest-grossing actress in film history. According to The Numbers, movies featuring her have earned $14.6 billion worldwide.

The "Avengers" star and "Jurassic World" franchise player has surpassed Samuel L. Jackson ($14.605 billion) and Robert Downey Jr. ($14.315 billion) in the rankings. But today isn't about them.

I've put together five of best films that you might have missed because of all those loud blockbusters. These movies will let you see the actress in a whole new light — beyond the Black Widow persona we're used to.

"Chef" (2014)

An intimate comedy from Jon Favreau where Johansson doesn't play a superhero, but an ordinary woman working in a restaurant.
Two men cooking in a food truck, with a movie poster nearby showing actress Scarlett Johansson wearing a chef's hat
Poster and scene from "Chef"
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A delicious, cozy film about food, freedom, and how sometimes you need to lose everything to finally start living. Scarlett is like a spice in this dish — just a little, but bright and memorable.

"Her" (2013)

One of the most unconventional films in her career — because she's not actually on screen. Johansson voices the operating system Samantha, who becomes the love interest of Joaquin Phoenix's character.
Actor Joaquin Phoenix in a red shirt sits at a table with a computer on it
Scene from "Her"
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Just her voice — but what emotions, intonations, and charm it carries. For this role, she actually won Best Actress at the Rome Film Festival — despite being completely invisible.

"Under the Skin" (2013)

A completely unexpected choice, but one of her strongest performances. An experimental and haunting film about an alien in a beautiful woman's body who hunts men.
Actress Scarlett Johansson's face against a black starry background
"Under the Skin" poster
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This is anti-Hollywood filmmaking where Johansson is surprisingly cold, detached, and yet hypnotically captivating. Not for everyone — but definitely unforgettable.

"Lucy" (2014)

Yes, technically it's a sci-fi action flick, but nothing like Marvel's style. Johansson plays a woman who gains superpowers after exposure to a mysterious substance.
Actress Scarlett Johansson in a black dress with her hand raised among shimmering lines
Scene from "Lucy"
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Luc Besson created something between a philosophical parable and wild action. Perfect if you're tired of endless Marvel superhero stuff.

"Marriage Story" (2019)

Divorce through the eyes of two people. In this film, Johansson shows how you can be strong, vulnerable, angry, and loving — all at the same time.
Actress Scarlett Johansson in a red blouse sits next to a lamp
Scene from "Marriage Story"
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This is one of her deepest and most personal roles. She earned Oscar, Golden Globe, and Critics' Choice Movie Awards nominations for it. And rightfully so.

If you've been underestimating Scarlett Johansson as an actress — watch at least one film from this list. I'm confident you'll change your mind. Earlier on zoomboola.com, we covered the five best films of the 21st century.