
Dakota Johnson built a career ranging from romantic blockbusters to understated arthouse drama and horror. These ten films show her range most clearly.
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The Lost Daughter (2021): Nina
As a young mother on vacation who catches the attention of an older woman with her own complicated history of motherhood, Johnson plays a key role in Maggie Gyllenhaal's psychological drama.
Fifty Shades of Grey (2015): Anastasia Steele
As Anastasia Steele in this adaptation of E.L. James' bestselling series, Johnson became famous worldwide. Despite mixed reviews, the trilogy became one of the highest-grossing film series of its time.
Suspiria (2018): Susie Bannion
As a young American dancer who joins a mysterious Berlin dance academy, Johnson leads this remake of the Italian horror classic.
The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019): Eleanor
As a caregiver who helps a young man with Down syndrome on his journey, Johnson plays one of the leads in this warm drama.
Bad Times at the El Royale (2018): Emily
As one of the guests with a secret at an isolated hotel on the Nevada-California border, Johnson plays a key role in this stylish crime thriller.
Materialists (2025): Lucy
In this romantic drama about the complexity of modern relationships, Johnson plays the lead as a New York matchmaker torn between two men.
The High Note (2020): Maggie
As the personal assistant of a fading pop star, Johnson plays a key role in this drama about ambition in the music industry.
How to Be Single (2016): Alice
As a woman who decides to be single again after a failed relationship, Johnson leads this romantic comedy.
A Bigger Splash (2015): Penelope
In this remake of a French thriller, Johnson plays the daughter of a music producer during a tense vacation on an Italian island.
Madame Web (2024): Cassandra Webb
As a paramedic with the power to see the future, Johnson plays the title role in this adaptation of the Marvel character Madame Web.
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