Renee Zellweger made her screen debut in the 1992 American made-for-television thriller drama film ‘A Taste for Killing’ directed by Lou Antonio. The following year, she made her first big-screen appearance in the Bob Balaban-directed American zombie film ‘My Boyfriend's Back.’ The film received mostly negative reviews from critics. In 1993, she starred as ‘Nesi White’ in the Richard Linklater-directed American coming-of-age comedy film ‘Dazed and Confused.’ Even though the film was praised by critics, it failed to perform at the box office. Nevertheless, it gained cult status in subsequent years. She was next seen in films such as ‘Reality Bites’ (1994), ‘Love and a .45’ (1994), ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation’ (1995), ‘Empire Records’ (1995), ‘The Low Life’ (1995), and ‘The Whole Wide World’ (1996). In 1996, she played the role of ‘Dorothy Boyd’ in the American romantic comedy-drama sports film ‘Jerry Maguire’ directed by Cameron Crowe. The film opened to a positive reception and was a box office success, grossing over $273.6 million on a budget of $50 million. She continued to star in films such as ‘Deceiver’ (1997), ‘A Price Above Rubies’ (1998), ‘One True Thing’ (1998), ‘The Bachelor’ (1999), ‘Me, Myself & Irene’ (2000), and ‘Nurse Betty’ (2000).
In 2001, she played the role of ‘Bridget Jones’ in the romantic comedy film ‘Bridget Jones's Diary’ directed by Sharon Maguire. The film was praised by critics and was a major box office success, grossing over $282 million on a budget of $25 million. Zellweger also received several award nominations, including the ‘Academy Award’ and ‘Golden Globe Award’ nominations, for her portrayal of Bridget Jones in the film. She was next seen in films like ‘White Oleander’ (2002), ‘Chicago’ (2002), and ‘Down with Love’ (2003). She became a recipient of the ‘Academy Award’ for her performance as ‘Ruby Thewes’ in the 2003 Anthony Minghella-directed epic period war film ‘Cold Mountain.’ The film was a critical and commercial success and grossed over $173 million at the box office. She next starred in films such as ‘Shark Tale’ (2004), ‘Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason’ (2004), ‘Cinderella Man’ (2005), ‘Miss Potter’ (2006), ‘Bee Movie’ (2007), ‘Leatherheads’ (2008), ‘Appaloosa’ (2008), ‘New in Town’ (2009), ‘Monsters vs. Aliens’ (2009), ‘My One and Only’ (2009), ‘My Own Love Song’ (2010), ‘Bridget Jones's Baby’ (2016), ‘The Whole Truth’ (2016), ‘Same Kind of Different as Me’ (2017), and ‘Here and Now’ (2018). Zellweger won her second ‘Academy Award’ for her portrayal of ‘Judy Garland’ in the 2019 biographical drama film ‘Judy’ directed by Rupert Goold. The film received mostly positive reviews from critics and grossed over $45.8 million on a budget of $10 million. She last appeared in the 2022 American true crime comedy-drama television miniseries ‘The Thing About Pam.’
When a 35-year-old sports agent working for Sports Management International (SMI) experiences a life-altering epiphany and decides to change the course of his career, all hell breaks loose. Inspired by the real-life story of sports agent Leigh Steinberg, the movie was a critical and commercial hit.
This 6 Academy Awards-winning film, an adaption of the Broadway musical Chicago, revolves around jailed murderesses Velma Kelly, a nightclub performer, and Roxie Hart, a starry-eyed housewife. Velma killed her husband and sister for cheating, while Roxie murdered her boyfriend for his false promises of stardom. Represented by same smooth-talking lawyer Billy Flynn, both compete for fame, publicity and attention of Flynn.
This biographical film depicts the rags-to-riches story of boxer James J. Braddock who was forced to give up boxing and take a menial job to survive after fracturing his hand amidst the Great Depression. However, given another opportunity, he stages a major comeback and becomes a symbol of hope by claiming the Heavyweight Championship title.
Set in the Civil War era, Cold Mountain is a period drama that revolves around a Confederate soldier as he makes an epic journey back to his beloved, who is also trying to rebuild her life in the face of trouble and danger. Starring Jude Law, Nicole Kidman and Renée Zellweger, it is a touching saga of love and war.
Based on Helen Fielding’s 1996 novel, the movie follows Bridget Jones, a 32 year old single woman employed at a publishing house. She is struggling with her weight, drinking and smoking issues and has no man in her life. When she is rejected by Mark, she decides to deal with her problems as her New Year resolution, and begins to keep a diary.
This biographical drama film tells the story of Beatrix Potter, author of the children’s book The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Although she started writing stories as a child, she never got any recognition. However, her life takes an interesting turn, when a publisher decides to compile and publish her stories.
New in Town is a romantic comedy film which tells the story of a businesswoman from Miami, Florida who is sent to a small town in Minnesota to oversee the restructuring of a manufacturing plant. She tries to adjust to her new life, but things get complicated when she is ordered to close down the plant, which would put the entire community out of work.
Dazed and Confused is a coming-of-age comedy film that follows the activities of students on the last day of academic year at Lee High School in Texas in 1976. The seniors delight in hazing the new students, especially Mitch Kramer. They enjoy an evening roaming around a pool hall and follow it up with a keg party.
Ellen is forced by her father, to take care of her cancer stricken mother, Kate. Its during that time she reassesses her parents life and the three of them embark upon a journey of self-discovery and love.
Charlie Baileygates is a veteran Rhode Island state trooper who has been taken advantage of by those around him. Due to years of abuse, Charlie develops a split personality named Hank. Would a psychiatrist be able to help him?
Bridget Jones, over forty years old and once again single, decides to embrace her single life and while attending a music festival has a one night stand with a dashing man called Jack. Later she meets her ex husband, Mark and also spends a night with him. So, when she discovers that she is pregnant she cannot figure out who her child’s father is.
White Oleander is a drama film, which tells the story of a teenage girl named Astrid who is highly dependent on her single mother Ingrid. However, Ingrid gets arrested and is eventually sentenced to prison for poisoning her boyfriend, after which Astrid goes through a series of different foster homes.
Social worker, Emily Jenkins, saves Lillith Sullivan from being burned alive by her parents. Emily takes Lillith home to take care of her but soon finds that everyone close to her, who comes in contact with Lillith starts dying. When Emily confronts Lillith’s parents, she finds out that Lillith is actually a succubus like demon and Emily must kill her.
Based on an eponymous novel, the film is set in the small town of Appaloosa, which is being terrorized by a local rancher. Eventually the townspeople hire Virgil Cole and Everett Hitch to regain the control of the town and agree to follow their rules. As they start working, Allison French arrives in town, complicating their job and their relationship.
Employees working at a small record shop, help their manager collect money in order to buy the enterprise. However, now they must again unite to fight off a corporate giant.
When a prostitute is found dead, with her body cut in two parts, the only suspect is James Wayland, the heir to a textile company. Detective Edward Kennesaw who investigates the case finds that Wayland is a compulsive liar who is also prone to memory losses as well as periods of heavy violence.
After witnessing her husband's murder, a Kansas waitress suffers a nervous breakdown and takes on the personality of a character from her favourite TV show. She begins to identify herself as a nurse and stalks the actor who plays a doctor on the show.
The Whole Truth is a mystery crime drama thriller film which tells the story of an attorney named Richard Ramsey, who is attempting to acquit a teenager who has been accused of murdering his own father. Meanwhile, Richard’s new colleague, Janelle, starts uncovering some disturbing facts regarding the case.
In 1962, an aspiring feminist author, writes a book on disadvantages of love, encouraging women to seek fulfillment in independence and achievement and also teaching them to enjoy free sex. As expected, most men are uncomfortable with her ideas, one among them being a playboy journalist, who decides to prove she is a fraud.
My One and Only is an adventure romantic comedy drama film which tells the story of a mother of two sons, who leaves her unfaithful husband. Hoping to find a better man to support her and her sons, she embarks on a road trip across America, and eventually ends up in Hollywood.
Reality Bites is a romantic comedy film, which tells the story of an aspiring videographer working on a documentary about the unvoiced lives of her friends, roommates as well as herself.
8 Seconds is a biographical sports drama film which tells the story of Bull rider Lane Frost, who, despite facing several struggles in his life, sets out to become the world rodeo champion at the 1987 PRCA Bull Riding World Championship in Oklahoma.
Bridget Jones is in a happy relationship with Mark but the sudden arrival of Mark’s assistant, Rebecca Giles, plays on her insecurities and drives a wedge between the two. When on a Thailand trip Bridget reconnects with her deceitful ex, Daniel and gets arrested, Mark comes to her rescue.
Leatherheads is a romantic comedy sports film which tells the story of an enterprising pro football player who convinces a college football star to play for his team.
A young man finds out that his grandfather has passed away, and left him the family business only under the condition that he gets married by 6:05 pm on his 30th birthday. Now, despite his commitment-phobic nature, he sets out to find a bride in less than one day.
While returning from their prom night, a group of teenagers experience a car crash in the Texas Woods. They have no option but to look for help, and they soon find an old farmhouse. However, they are unaware of the fact that it is home to Leatherface, and his insane family of bloodthirsty psychopaths.
Far away in space, an unknown planet explodes sending a meteorite towards earth which strikes a bride just before her wedding ceremony. Her appearance changes, the authorities take charge of her and soon she finds herself in a secret facility with monsters of all shapes and sizes.
After graduating from college, bee Barry B. Benson finds the prospects of a career in honey making most uninspiring. Breaking the bee-rule, he talks to a human, florist Vanessa Bloome, who saves his life. As he learns from her that humans consume honey and have been exploiting bees since centuries, Barry gathers evidence to file a suit against humans.
Violent shark Frankie is accidentally killed while trying to convince his vegetarian brother Lenny to become a killer like the rest of the family by eating the small fish Oscar. Oscar exploits the situation by claiming to have killed the shark himself, only to find out that he was the son of fearsome crime lord Don Edward Lino.
Renee Zellweger Awards
| Judy | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role | 2020 |
| Cold Mountain | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | 2004 |
| Judy | Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama | 2020 |
| Cold Mountain | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | 2004 |
| Chicago | Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical | 2003 |
| Nurse Betty | Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical | 2001 |
| Winner | Favorite Leading Lady | 2005 |
| Judy | Best Leading Actress | 2020 |
| Cold Mountain | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role | 2004 |
