The 10 Best Matthew Perry Movies, Ranked
Matthew Perry is a celebrated actor known for his quick wit and impeccable comedic timing. Best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the long-running television sitcom “Friends,” Perry has also carved out a noteworthy movie career. Here, we rank the 10 best Matthew Perry movies.
1. Serving Sara (2002) – In this romantic comedy, Perry plays a process server who makes an unusual alliance with a woman he’s supposed to be serving divorce papers to.
2. Almost Heroes (1998) – This historical road-comedy features Perry as Leslie Edwards, a foppish aristocrat trying to beat Lewis and Clark to the Pacific Ocean.
3. The Whole Nine Yards (2000) – Starring alongside Bruce Willis, Perry shines as an affable dentist who gets caught up in his neighbor’s criminal antics.
4. Again (2009) – A unique take on the body swap genre, Perry plays Mike O’Donnell, who magically transforms back into his 17-year-old self.
5. Fools Rush In (1997) – This romantic comedy highlights Perry’s charm as Alex Whitman, who has a one-night stand with Isabel Fuentes (Salma Hayek) and ends up in a whirlwind romance.
6. The Whole Ten Yards (2004) – In this sequel to The Whole Nine Yards, Perry reprises his role as Nicholas “Oz” Oseransky in another comedic crime adventure.
7. Three to Tango (1999) – Matthew Perry’s performance as an architect mistaken for being gay is both heartfelt and hilarious in this romantic comedy.
8. The Ron Clark Story (2006) – In this biographical drama made for television, Perry delivers a moving portrayal of teacher Ron Clark, showcasing his range beyond comedy.
9. Birds of America (2008) – A lesser-known film featuring Perry as Morrie Tanager, this indie drama explores the dynamic within a dysfunctional family.
10. A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon (1988) – In one of his earlier roles, Perry shows depth as Fred Roberts in a coming-of-age story centered around the eponymous character Jimmy Reardon played by River Phoenix.
With this collection of roles showing his versatility from slapstick humor to heartfelt moments, Matthew Perry demonstrates that he’s more than just the king of sitcoms; he’s a skilled actor who can traverse across genres effortlessly.