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'Maurice' (1987) -

Directed by James Ivory and based on E. M. Forster's novel of the same name, this British film tells the story of Maurice (James Wilby) and his relationships with Clive (Hugh Grant) and Alec (Rupert Graves).

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'Impromptu' (1991) -

Hugh Grant plays famed French composer Frédéric Chopin in this period drama.

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'Bitter Moon' (1992) -

Hugh Grant and Kristin Scott Thomas play a couple in this erotic romantic thriller.

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'The Remains of the Day' (1993) -

In another film directed by James Ivory, Grant costars with heavyhitters like Anthony Hopkins, Emma Thompson, and the late Christopher Reeve.

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'Four Weddings and a Funeral' (1994) -

A romantic comedy classic from the '90s, also starring Andie MacDowell.

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'Sirens' (1994) -

The story of an Anglican priest (Hugh Grant) and his wife as they try to convince a painter to reconsider his sacrilegious artwork. Set in 1930s Australia, the movie also stars Portia de Rossi, Elle Macpherson, and Kate Fischer.

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'The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill But Came Down a Mountain' (1995) -

In this film with a lengthy title, Grant is, of course, the Englishman in question.

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'An Awfully Big Adventure' (1995) -

Co-starring the late Alan Rickman, Grant plays the questionable Meredith Potter in this drama.

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'Restoration' (1995) - In this film, Grant takes a backseat from the spotlight. He plays the King's painter, commissioned to paint a portrait of his mistress. This film also stars Robert Downey Jr., Meg Ryan, Sam Neill, and David Thewlis.

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'Sense and Sensibility' (1995) - In this movie, Hugh Grant plays Emma Thompson's love interest, whilst already  engaged to another woman. The romantic drama is set in 1811.

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'Nine Months' (1995) - When Samuel Falkner (Hugh Grant) finds out his girlfriend is expecting, his world is turned upside down.

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'Extreme Measures' (1996) -

Hugh Grant stars in this drama alongside Gene Hackman and Sarah Jessica Parker. It was produced by then-girlfriend, Liz Hurley.

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'Mickey Blue Eyes' (1999) -

The story of an auctioneer (Hugh Grant) who proposes to his girlfriend only to find out her family are mafiosos. The film also features Jeanne Triplehorn (pictured), Burt Young, and James Caan.

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'Notting Hill' (1999) -

The story of a book shop owner (Hugh Grant) who falls for customer, and film star, Anna Scott (Julia Roberts).

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'Small Time Crooks' (2000) - The story of an ex-con (Hugh Grant) and his wife (Tracey Ullman) who take on small crimes with aims of getting rich fast.

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'Bridget Jones's Diary' (2001) -

Hugh Grant, Renée Zellweger, and Colin Firth fill our bellies with laughter and our hearts with love in the first movie of the Bridget Jones trilogy.

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'Two Weeks Notice' (2002) -

Despite billionaire (Hugh Grant) giving desperate lawyer (Sandra Bullock) a hard time, the two form an unlikely bond.

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'About a Boy' (2002) -

This film's premise sees a child-like grown up and a troubled teenager become friends in the most unlikely of circumstances. In the movie, Will (Hugh Grant) and Marcus (Nicholas Hoult) help each other through their troubles.

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'Love Actually' (2003) -

Grant plays the British prime minister in this 2000s popular romantic comedy. The movie stars many other famous actors as well, including Emma Thompson, Colin Firth, Keira Knightley, and many more.

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'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason' (2004) -

The second film of the series adapted from Helen Fielding's books. The rivalry between Mr. Darcy (Colin Firth) and Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant) continues. Who wins Bridget over this time?

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'American Dreamz' (2006) -

Grant plays Martin Tweed, the host of the mega popular talent show 'American Dreamz,' in this cultural satire.

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'Music and Lyrics' (2007) -

A love story between a former boy band member (Hugh Grant) and an aspiring pop songwriter (Drew Barrymore).

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'Did You Hear About the Morgans?' (2009) -

Sarah Jessica Parker and Hugh Grant play a married couple who seem to have everything but a happy marriage.

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'Cloud Atlas' (2012) -

Grant also starred in 'Cloud Atlas', an adventure movie that explored the lives of its characters across different centuries.

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'Florence Foster Jenkins' (2016) -

A film based on the life of American soprano and socialite Florence Foster Jenkins. Meryl Streep plays the socialite, whilst Grant plays her husband.

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'Paddington 2' (2017) -

In this highly acclaimed sequel, Grant departs from his usual romantic comedy roles, portraying a washed-up actor struggling to fund his artistic ambitions. As Grant himself stated, "I genuinely believe it may be the best film I've ever been in."

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'The Gentlemen' (2019) -

Hugh Grant plays Fletcher in this film from Guy Ritchie, about an American expat who tries to sell off his marijuana empire in London.

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'Heretic' (2024) -

The movie tells the story of two young missionaries who face a terrifying test of their faith after a fateful encounter with the diabolical Mr. Reed, portrayed by Grant.

See also: The best comedic performances from dramatic actors

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