Sydney Sweeney has broken into Hollywood showcasing her acting skills across a range of movies and TV shows. Currently, she is one of the most Googled Hollywood actresses and has a binge-worthy filmography to her name. She rose to fame with Euphoria, featuring alongside Zendaya and the show has fans wanting to watch more of her on their screens. If you are her die-hard fan, scouring the internet to watch her works, we have compiled a list of best Sydney Sweeney movies and TV shows you should definitely watch.
1. The White Lotus
- Release Date: July 11, 2021
- Director: Mike White
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8/92%
- Cast: Jennifer Coolidge, Sydney Sweeney, Aubrey Plaza, Theo James, Leo Woodall & more
The White Lotus has to be included on this list as the television series earned an Emmy nomination for Sweeney. Even though she didn’t win the award, there’s no denying that she did a fantastic job in the critically acclaimed series. The White Lotus is one of the most popular HBO shows that has blessed us with two seasons and the third season will finally be here on February 16, 2025.
The White Lotus follows different themes in every season, and that’s what makes it liked by the fandom. Moreover, in each season, we get to meet a set of new characters with complex personalities and humor, of course. In the first season, Sweeney appeared as a spoilt daughter of a wealthy father who never missed an opportunity to look down on everyone around her. However, the series also sees her fighting her own demons while also realizing her mistakes at the end.
2. Americana
- Release Date: March 17, 2023
- Director: Tony Tost
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 6.4/100%
- Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Halsey, Tony Toast, Eric Dane, Paul Walter Hauser & more
Americana is a crime thriller film released in 2023, and it features Sydney Sweeney as the main character, Penny Jo Poplin. The film features an unfamiliar storyline that keeps the audience at the edge of their seats with humorous and mysterious elements. After a rare artifact falls on the black market of a South Dakota town, the lives of the locals change drastically.
It’s the direction, the strong performances, and the outlandish narrative that allows the film to be one of the highest-rated films on Rotten Tomatoes. Besides Sweeney, the movie also has some talented actors like Paul Walter Hauser, Eric Dane, and more. On top of everything, we also get to witness the acting skills of the professional singer Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, aka. Halsey.
3. Big Time Adolescence
- Release Date: March 13, 2020
- Director: Jason Orley
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 6.9/89%
- Cast: Pete Davidson, Griffin Gluck, Sydney Sweeney, Jon Cryer, Emily Arlook & more
Big Time Adolescence features Sydney Sweeney in a supporting role. She portrays Holly, Zeke’s girlfriend, in the comedy film. It’s one of the best coming-of-age films that is funny yet heartwarming and thought-provoking and is a must-watch for anyone who is always on the lookout for good movies.
Big Time Adolescence revolves around Mo and Zeke. The former is a teenager whose sister dated Zeke in the past, but Mo still likes to spend his time with his sister’s ex-boyfriend and his new girlfriend, Holly (Sydney Sweeney). Zeke is a college dropout who can’t be a good influence on anyone, but that doesn’t change Mo’s perception of him, and the naive boy continues to take his guidance with the big decisions of his life.
4. Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood
- Release Date: July 26, 2019
- Director: Quentin Tarantino
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 7.6/86%
- Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Sydney Sweeney, Emile Hirsch & more
It’s another film on the list that sees Sydney Sweeney in a minor role. However, the involvement of other big stars, such as Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Margot Robbie, makes it worth a watch. The film was released in 2019 and received mixed reactions. While many fans and critics praised it for its entertaining elements, some showered it with dislikes for the historical inaccuracies. Well, nothing could stop the film from being a hit at the box office, grossing over $392 Million.
The film revolves around an actor and a stuntman who struggles to bring their careers on track after things start going south. Quentin Tarantino is widely recognized for his mature filmmaking skills, and Once Upon a Time.. in Hollywood is another feather on his head.
5. Everything Sucks
- Release Date: February 16, 2018
- Director: Michael Mohan Ry Russo-Young
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 7.4/72%
- Cast: Peyton Kennedy, Jahi Di’Allo Winston, Patch Darragh, Sydney Sweeney & more
The first episode of Everything Sucks might look like a familiar sitcom story, but when you manage to stay for a couple of episodes, you realize its true potential. The series might not give you plenty of reasons to expect big things from it at the start, but as the story moves forward, it brings you to the edge of your seats to witness what’s next.
Everything Sucks follows a group of high schoolers who struggles to discover their sexualities, self-worth, and more. The ten-episodic series also pushes the audience to witness the struggles that most of the teenagers around us face, but their problems often get ignored by the world.
6. Sharp Objects
- Release Date: July 8, 2018
- Director: Jean-Marc Vallée
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8/92%
- Cast: Amy Adams, Patricia Clarkson, Sydney Sweeney, Chris Messina, Eliza Scanlen & more
As per some reports, Sydney Sweeney’s role was initially planned to be a minor one, but later, the creators gave her a decent screen time in Sharp Objects. She portrays the role of Alice, who meets our main protagonist, Camille Preaker, at the psychiatric facility.
Sharp Objects is one of the best psychological thriller shows that can give you nightmares. Well, the television series’ dark theme and incredible visuals helped it accumulate massive fanfare. Besides that, what makes the show a must-watch is the intriguing plot and the fantastic performances.
7. Anyone But You
- Release Date: December 22, 2023
- Director: Will Gluck
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 6.1/54%
- Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Glen Powell, Alexandra Shipp, Nat Buchanan, Josh Bonello & more
Anyone But You sees Sydney Sweeney in the lead role opposite Glen Powell. The rom-com film doesn’t come with a story that we haven’t seen or heard before, but it’s the direction and the storytelling that makes it stand out in the crowd.
The film revolves around Ben and Bea, who feel a connection in their first meeting. However, due to some misunderstandings, they part ways. Fate brings them together in a wedding, and they eventually end up acting like a couple.
8. The Handmaid’s Tale
- Release Date: April 26, 2017
- Director: Bruce Miller
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8.4/ 83%
- Cast: Elisabeth Moss, Yvonne Strahovski, Sydney Sweeney, Ann Dowd,
O-T Fagbenle, Madeline Brewer & more
The Handmaid’s Tale features a premise that takes you to older times, even if the series is set in the future. In a world where the fertility rates have dropped significantly, women are subjected to torture. They are not treated as humans but as commodities. They are not allowed to own properties or even freely walk out of their homes.
The rich elite class publicly forces themselves on fertile women so they can impregnate them. Of course, the series features a disturbing narrative, but the fight against evil makes it rather interesting and entertaining to watch. Sydney Sweeney, along with the other cast, does a fantastic job in The Handmaid’s Tale. Some fans may find it disappointing that the actress doesn’t get much screen time in the series. However, her role in the show, despite being a short one, leaves a heavy impact on the viewers.
9. Euphoria
- Release Date: June 16, 2019
- Director: Augustine Frizzell, Sam Levinson, Jennifer Morrison and Pippa Bianco
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8.3/88%
- Cast: Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Hunter Schafer, jacob Elordi, Maude Apatow & more
Euphoria is one of those TV shows that actually put Sydney Sweeney on the map. It’s an American TV series that is centered around a group of high school students. Zendaya is in the main role and gets much of the spotlight; however, other characters, including the one portrayed by Sydney, also play a crucial role in the story. Sydney’s involvement in the series is one of the many reasons why anyone should watch Euphoria.
Apart from the amazing cast, the show features an incredible yet sometimes haunting plot. It tackles several issues at once, including child abuse, domestic violence, and many more. It’s an important show for fans to watch because it acts like a mirror and reflects only what’s happening in the real world.
10. Reality
- Release Date: May 29, 2023
- Director: Tanbark Pictures
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 6.7/94%
- Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Josh Hamilton, Marchánt Davis, John Way & more
Many of us might be unaware of Reality Winner, the U.S. Air Force veteran who was sentenced to prison for leaking sensitive information about Russia’s involvement in the 2016 U.S. elections. Reality movie is centered around this person, and Sydney Sweeny takes the leading charge to portray Reality on the screen.
The movie is all about Reality’s conversation with the FBI agents when they went to search her house. Reality’s real-life conversation with the agents serves as the script for the movie. You’ll be surprised by twists and turns every few minutes, but the main thing that’ll astonish you is Sydney’s incredible acting in the movie.
