Kate Beckinsale – 10 Best Movies

By Vlad Zakh · February 20, 2026

Kate Beckinsale made her breakthrough as the vampire warrior Selene in Underworld, a role that defined her as an action lead across multiple sequels. Before that, she built her career in period drama and light romance, from her film debut in Much Ado About Nothing to the wartime romance of Pearl Harbor and the time-crossed love story of Serendipity. She returned to gothic horror in Van Helsing, playing opposite Hugh Jackman’s monster hunter, rounding out a career that moves fluidly between blockbuster spectacle and literary adaptation.

Underworld (2003)

IMDb ★ 7.0 RT 31% Metacritic 42

Beckinsale plays Selene, a vampire warrior caught in the ancient feud between vampires and werewolves. She discovers a plot that could lead to the extinction of her kind.

"I can't be a hybrid. I'm an elite." - Underworld

Directed by Len Wiseman · 2h 02m · Rated R

1 win & 10 nominations

Where to watch

Stream: Philo, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz, Starz Apple TV channel · Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Pearl Harbor (2001)

TMDB ★ 6.9

In this epic war film, Beckinsale portrays Nurse Lt. Evelyn Johnson. The movie explores a complex love triangle set against the backdrop of the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II.

"You know, this isn't exactly the best time for me to be learning how to live with you." - Pearl Harbor

Directed by Michael Bay · 3h 03m · Rated PG-13

Where to watch

Stream: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads · Rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Van Helsing (2004)

IMDb ★ 6.1 Metacritic 35

Beckinsale plays Anna Valerious, a fierce Romanian princess who teams up with monster hunter Van Helsing to defeat the notorious Count Dracula and his creatures.

"I think if I hear you call me 'little girl' one more time, I'm gonna pop you." - Van Helsing

Directed by Stephen Sommers · 2h 12m · Rated PG-13

3 wins & 21 nominations

Where to watch

Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Starz Apple TV channel, Peacock Premium Plus · Rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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The Aviator (2004)

TMDB ★ 7.2

In this biographical drama, Beckinsale portrays Ava Gardner, a famous actress and one of the great loves of Howard Hughes (Leonardo DiCaprio), the eccentric aviation pioneer.

"You're not really anybody in America if you're not on TV." - The Aviator

Directed by Martin Scorsese · 2h 50m · Rated PG-13

Where to watch

Stream: fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel · Rent: Fandango At Home · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Serendipity (2001)

TMDB ★ 7.0

Beckinsale stars as Sara Thomas, a woman who believes in fate and destiny. The movie follows her unexpected and magical encounters with Jonathan Trager (John Cusack) over the years.

"It's not about destiny. It's about the choices we make. And how hard we're willing to work to get the things we want." - Serendipity

Directed by Peter Chelsom · 1h 30m · Rated PG-13

Where to watch

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Love & Friendship (2016)

TMDB ★ 6.0

Beckinsale plays Lady Susan Vernon, a witty and cunning widow who navigates society in search of advantageous marriages for herself and her daughter.

"Facts are horrid things." - Love & Friendship

Directed by Whit Stillman · 1h 34m · Rated PG-13

Where to watch

Stream: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads

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Emma (1996)

TMDB ★ 6.6

In this adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel, Beckinsale portrays Emma Woodhouse, a young woman who meddles in the romantic lives of those around her, leading to unexpected consequences.

"Better be without sense than misapply it as you do." - Emma

Directed by Douglas McGrath · 2h 01m · Rated PG

Where to watch

Stream: Britbox Apple TV channel · Rent: JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Click (2006)

TMDB ★ 6.3

Beckinsale plays Donna Newman, the wife of Michael Newman (Adam Sandler), who discovers a universal remote control that allows him to manipulate his life. However, he soon realizes the consequences of his actions.

"I can't believe I'm arguing with a remote control!" - Click

Directed by Frank Coraci · 1h 47m · Rated PG-13

Where to watch

Stream: Starz Apple TV channel, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel · Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Snow Angels (2007)

TMDB ★ 6.5

Beckinsale portrays Annie Marchand, a struggling mother dealing with a failing marriage and the challenges of raising her daughter. The film explores the complexities of human relationships.

"I hate this. I hate how we never really talk, we just tiptoe around everything." - Snow Angels

Directed by David Gordon Green · 1h 46m · Rated R

Where to watch

Rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Much Ado About Nothing (1993)

TMDB ★ 6.9

In this adaptation of Shakespeare's comedy, Beckinsale plays Hero, the young and innocent daughter of Leonato. The film revolves around love, deception, and misunderstandings in a vibrant Italian villa.

"Silence is the perfectest herald of joy. I were but little happy if I could say how much." - Much Ado About Nothing

Directed by Kenneth Branagh · 1h 51m · Rated PG-13

Where to watch

Stream: fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, Kanopy, MGM Plus · Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Plex · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home

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Streaming availability data from JustWatch, via TMDB. Availability changes often, so check the service before you plan a movie night.

Vlad Zakh

Founder, Movieix

Founder of Movieix, built to fix a specific annoyance: most recommendation sites are just algorithm-driven noise. Our lists are researched and organized by who's in a film, where it's from, and the mood you're actually in tonight.

Kate Beckinsale – 10 Best Movies

Underworld (2003)

Pearl Harbor (2001)

Van Helsing (2004)

The Aviator (2004)

Serendipity (2001)

Love & Friendship (2016)

Emma (1996)

Click (2006)

Snow Angels (2007)

Much Ado About Nothing (1993)

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