Not Only 'The Vampire Diaries': 5 Movies Starring Nina Dobrev, Ranked by IMDb
These projects prove that her range is not confined to that of a girl torn between vampire brothers.
For millions of viewers, Nina Dobrev will always be remembered as Elena Gilbert from The Vampire Diaries. The series, a symbol of the 2010s, introduced a new star to the world and secured her place in the history of youth television.
Although none of her subsequent projects have replicated the show's resounding success, her filmography includes intriguing and vibrant works worthy of attention.
5. 'Sick Girl', 2023
IMDb Score: 4.8/10
In the debut movie from Jennifer Cram, Sick Girl, Nina Dobrev delivers one of the best performances of her career. She plays Wren, a 30-year-old woman longing for the fun times of her youth.
Her childhood friends are busy with their own lives: Laurel is preoccupied with her figure and finding men; Jill is immersed in family life; and Cece is raising a troubled teenager.
Hoping to reunite the old gang, Wren fabricates a story about an illness. Gradually, everyone, including Wren's parents, becomes drawn into the lie.
4. 'Lucky Day', 2019
IMDb Score: 5.1/10
After two years in prison, experienced safecracker Red returns home to his beloved wife, Chloe (Nina Dobrev), and daughter, Beatrice.
He hopes to put the past behind him and start over, but he soon finds himself caught in a criminal conflict with Luc, a deranged killer who is determined to avenge his brother's death.
The movie was directed by Roger Avary, who won an Oscar for his screenplay for Pulp Fiction. The action film that stars Luke Bracey and Nina Dobrev marks Avary's first project in 15 years.
3. 'Flatliners', 2017
IMDb Score: 5.2/10
The premise of Flatliners harks back to the 1990 movie of the same name, which starred Kiefer Sutherland and Julia Roberts. Led by Courtney, medical students Marlo (Nina Dobrev), Jamie, Sophia, and Ray undertake a daring experiment.
In an attempt to explore the afterlife, the future doctors take turns putting each other into a state of clinical death. The experiment leaves each of them confronting their deepest fears. Returning to normal life won't be easy – it comes at a high price.
2. 'Then Came You', 2018
IMDb Score: 6.9/10
Nineteen-year-old hypochondriac Calvin is afraid of everything and believes he is dying. He convinces his father that an expensive medical examination is necessary. Despite the positive results, Calvin remains afraid of death.
Then, the family doctor tricks the young man into enrolling in group therapy for cancer patients. There, Calvin meets Skye, an unusual 17-year-old girl.
Nina Dobrev plays the beautiful flight attendant with whom Calvin falls unrequitedly in love.
1. 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower', 2012
IMDb Score: 7.9/10
In 1991, Charlie, a depressed teenager, starts high school after being treated in a psychiatric hospital. He struggles to connect with his classmates until he meets Sam and her half-brother, Patrick, who help him find his zest for life.
In addition to the brilliant acting duo of Emma Watson and Logan Lerman, Nina Dobrev makes a special appearance as the protagonist's older sister.
