Scarlett Johansson Reveals Her All-Time Favorites Movies

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Scarlett Johansson began to gain recognition in the late 1990s, but really became a star around the year 2000. Early roles that helped launch her career included a part in Joel Coen’s The Man Who Wasn’t There and a leading role in the popular independent film Ghost World, both in 2001.

However, her career took a significant turn in 2003 with her performance in Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation, when she was just 17. Starring alongside Bill Murray, Johansson gave a surprisingly mature portrayal of a young woman feeling lost in Tokyo.

Although the film received numerous Academy Award nominations and won Coppola an Oscar for its screenplay, Johansson herself wasn’t nominated. Despite this, the film’s critical success opened doors for her to collaborate with acclaimed directors like Christopher Nolan, Spike Jonze, and Wes Anderson.

Check out these fantastic photos featuring the cast of #AsteroidCity: Maya Hawke, Sam Marra, Stephen Park, Tony Revolori, Ethan Josh Lee, Rupert Friend, and Scarlett Johansson! 📸 Photos by @flynnslick, interview by @miavicino ✨

— Letterboxd (@letterboxd) June 22, 2023

Fans have always wondered what movies influenced Scarlett Johansson, especially considering her impressive career and iconic role as Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In a recent interview with the film website Letterboxd, she shared her four all-time favorite films.

First, she chose the 1958 classic Auntie Mame, a heartwarming story about a quirky woman raising her orphaned nephew, which was nominated for six Academy Awards. Her second pick was the 1993 comedy Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray – a former co-star – as a grumpy weatherman stuck repeating the same day over and over.

Groundhog Day is considered a perfect comedy, cleverly combining funny moments with thought-provoking ideas. Johansson’s choice shows her love for stories that are both humorous and meaningful.

Johansson explored the worlds of musicals and road movies, pointing to the 1994 Australian film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert as a standout. The film, starring Terence Stamp and Hugo Weaving, tells the story of three performers journeying across the Australian outback. It’s known for its energetic style and its groundbreaking, sensitive depiction of drag and transgender communities. Finally, she chose James Cameron’s 1991 action hit Terminator 2: Judgment Day. The sequel famously transformed Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character from a ruthless killer into a protector, sent back in time to save a young John Connor. The film is still considered a benchmark for action movies and showcases Johansson’s appreciation for big, dramatic stories.

I’ve been so impressed watching Scarlett Johansson’s career evolve! It’s amazing to see her step behind the camera – she recently directed her first feature film, Eleanor the Great, which got a standing ovation at Cannes. It’s a really touching story about a 90-year-old woman finding her way in New York, and it became available on Netflix in January after doing well in theaters last year.

And she’s still a huge draw as an actress! Jurassic World Rebirth, which she starred in, made over $869 million worldwide by the end of 2025.

Looking ahead, I’m really excited about her upcoming horror film, The Exorcist: Martyrs, coming out in March 2027. Plus, she’s developing a Tower of Terror movie for Disney, which she says is a challenging but incredibly exciting project, and it’s finally starting to come together. It’s fantastic to see her taking on so many different roles and succeeding at everything!

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2026-02-23 19:15