The 10 Most Underrated Bob Odenkirk Movies, Ranked (From Least to Most Underrated)

Bob Odenkirk’s filmography stretches far beyond one standout role. Across studio features, indie dramas, voice work, and passion projects, he has played everything from buttoned-up professionals to earnest dreamers and unlikely men of action. The range comes from decades of sketch writing and character work that gave him a knack for timing, tone, and the tiny details that make supporting roles pop and leading roles land.

This list looks at ten movies that feature Odenkirk on screen or as a key creative force. You will find lead turns, memorable supporting parts, and even a project he co-created from the ground up. Presented as a countdown, the titles run from least to most underrated, with the final entries showcasing projects that many viewers still associate closely with his creative voice.

‘Girlfriend’s Day’ (2017)

Odenkirk stars as a down-on-his-luck greeting card writer who gets pulled into a quirky conspiracy tied to a lucrative competition. He co-wrote the story and produced the film, building a stylized world of professional cardsmiths, rival creatives, and oddball fixers that leans into offbeat noir devices and deadpan humor.

The movie was released as a streaming original with a compact runtime and a small ensemble that includes comedians and character actors from his sketch-comedy circle. Production leaned on practical Los Angeles locations and an intimate crew, which let Odenkirk’s lead performance carry the narrative from scene to scene without large-scale set pieces.

‘The Brothers Solomon’ (2007)

Odenkirk directed this comedy about two socially oblivious brothers who try to fulfill their father’s wish for a grandchild. The script came from Will Forte and the cast features ensemble players familiar to fans of sketch comedy, which gave the film a specific cadence built around earnest misunderstandings and escalating schemes.

As director, Odenkirk favored straightforward coverage that keeps the focus on performer interplay. The production used a modest budget, a quick schedule, and Los Angeles interiors, emphasizing dialogue rhythms and reaction shots over elaborate staging or effects.

‘Run Ronnie Run!’ (2002)

Spun off from the recurring ‘Mr. Show’ character Ronnie Dobbs, this film follows a petty criminal who becomes a reality-TV sensation. Odenkirk appears and also co-conceived the character with David Cross, translating a sketch concept to feature length with new settings, supporting players, and a through-line that tracks Ronnie’s chaotic rise.

The movie’s production is notable for its extended development, multiple cameos, and a patchwork of musical and mock-documentary interludes. It circulated heavily on home video after a limited initial rollout, which is where many viewers encountered it alongside the sketch series.

‘Long Shot’ (2019)

Odenkirk plays a former TV star who rode his fame into the Oval Office, a satirical role that pops in brief scenes opposite the central campaign storyline. His character functions as a plot pressure point, nudging the leads into choices that intersect media spectacle with political calculation.

The film balances romantic comedy with political satire and travels through press events, fundraising galas, and international stops. It was released by a major studio with a wide theatrical run, where Odenkirk’s scenes serve as connective tissue between campaign set pieces and newsroom beats.

‘The Spectacular Now’ (2013)

In this coming-of-age drama, Odenkirk appears as a boss who offers the protagonist a glimpse of adulthood beyond high school routines. His scenes add texture to the lead’s work life and help define the stakes around responsibility, money, and what it means to show up when it counts.

Shot with a naturalistic style that privileges close-ups and ambient light, the film emphasizes conversation and everyday spaces. It premiered on the festival circuit before expanding, with Odenkirk’s supporting turn fitting into an ensemble that includes future headliners in early career roles.

‘The Post’ (2017)

Odenkirk plays a newspaper reporter working inside the tense editorial push to publish government documents. His scenes place him within the larger newsroom machine, highlighting the logistics of sourcing, verification, and collaboration under deadline pressure.

The production recreates period newsrooms down to equipment, layout, and workflow, using practical sets packed with papers, phones, and typewriters. The film was distributed widely, earned major award nominations, and features Odenkirk within a stacked ensemble of editors, reporters, and legal counsel.

‘Nobody’ (2021)

Odenkirk leads as a suburban father whose suppressed skill set resurfaces after a home invasion, setting off a chain of confrontations that grow in scale. He undertook fight training to ground the action in longer takes and visible choreography, resulting in sequences that showcase timing and physical commitment.

The movie blends compact domestic scenes with buses, workshops, and nightclubs that serve as action arenas. It was produced by the team behind a well-known action franchise, opened in theaters with strong word of mouth, and later built a robust streaming and home-video audience.

‘Incredibles 2’ (2018)

Providing the voice of Winston Deavor, Odenkirk plays a tech magnate who wants to bring superheroes back into the public’s good graces. His vocal performance shifts between enthusiastic pitchman and earnest believer, giving the character momentum in scenes with Elastigirl and the Parr family.

The animation emphasizes mid-century modern design with saturated color, sleek lines, and kinetic action. Released by a major animation studio as a family tentpole, the film set box-office records for the genre at the time and positioned Odenkirk’s character as a driver of the central advocacy plot.

‘Nebraska’ (2013)

Odenkirk portrays a son who balances exasperation and care as he navigates a cross-state trip with his father. His performance supports the central father-son dynamic by anchoring family conversations, local encounters, and the small humiliations and small graces that accumulate along the road.

The film uses black-and-white cinematography, on-location shooting across small towns, and an unvarnished visual style. It premiered at top festivals, drew multiple award nominations, and relied on an ensemble where Odenkirk’s scenes provide perspective on sibling roles and family history.

‘Little Women’ (2019)

As the March family patriarch, Odenkirk appears at pivotal moments that knit together homefront scenes and personal milestones for the sisters. His presence ties the family’s moral center to a series of letters and returns that mark transitions in the sisters’ lives.

The production interweaves timelines using detailed production design, hand-worked costumes, and a chamber-music approach to score and sound. Distributed globally by a major studio, the film earned significant box-office receipts and awards recognition, with Odenkirk’s contribution situated among a large ensemble cast.

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