You must’ve loved these 9 roles played by Carrie Coon if you are a fan of the actress

Carrie Coon is an American actress who is known for her portrayals of complex and layered characters and has received acclaim for her character-driven roles. She has been nominated for the Emmy and the Tony award and has won a Critics’ Choice Television Award. Coon has worked in both movies and shows and her breakout role was in the show, The Leftovers. She has also worked in other movies and shows like Fargo, The White Lotus, The Post, Gone Girl and others. Fans of Carrie Coon must watch these 9 performances by her.

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Fargo, His Three Daughters, and other roles by Carrie Coon that fans must watch

1. The Gilded Age

Created by Julian Fellowes and starring Carrie Coon, Morgan Spector, and others, this historical drama show is set during the Gilded Age, which were the years of 1880s and is set in New York City. The show has three seasons till now and has received critical acclaim for its performances, costumes, and tone of the series. The show has also drawn positive reviews from viewers and fans of Carrie Coon must definitely watch this one. The show focuses on the conflicts that occur between the new money Russell family and the old money van Rhijn-Brook family that are neighbors to each other on the Upper East Side of the city. Coon plays the role of Bertha Russell, who is determined to use her money and influence to join the upper echelons of society, which resists newcomers. The actress gives a captivating and enigmatic performance as Bertha, who is a social climber. The series is full of witty dialogues and dry humor and it is a must-watch. Coon even received an Emmy nomination for outstanding lead actress for her role in the show.

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2. The Post

Directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks, Carrie Coon, and others, this political thriller movie is about The Washington Post newspaper and the publishing of the Pentagon Papers. Set in 1971, the movie revolves around the real-life attempts made by journalists of the newspaper to publish the infamous Pentagon Papers. The papers were a classified set of documents that focused on the involvement of the US government in the Vietnam War and French Indochina in the 1940s. While Streep plays the role of Katharine Graham, who was the publisher of the newspaper, Hanks plays the role of Ben Bradlee, who is the executive editor of the publication. Carrie Coon plays the role of Meg Greenfield, who is a Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial writer for the newspaper. The actress gives a stellar and dedicated performance, even though she is surrounded by veteran actors like Streep and Hanks. The movie was noted by the critics for its direction and performances and it is a tense thriller that fans of the actress must definitely watch.

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3. The Leftovers

Based on the 2011 novel by Tom Perrotta, this supernatural drama show is created by Perrotta and Damon Lindelof and stars Justin Theroux, Carrie Coon, and others. The show presents a world where a global event has led to the disappearance of 2% of the world’s population. The series begins three years after this event and revolves around the lives of a police chief Kevin (Theroux), the grief-stricken widow Nora (Carrie Coon), and her brother who is a Priest, Matt (Christopher Eccleston). The series has emotional depth and has been regarded as one of the best shows in modern times, noted for its direction, performances, and musical score. The show catapulted Coon to stardom as the actress gave a complex and poignant performance as the widow Nora, who has lost her entire family to the mysterious event. It is one of the must-watch roles of the actress as Coon proves that she can embody the nuances of a character and handle mature themes like grief, emotions, and relationships.

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4. His Three Daughters

Directed by Azazel Jacobs and starring Carrie Coon, Natasha Lyonne, Elizabeth Olsen, and others, this drama movie is about three estranged sisters who come back together after they have to care for their sick father. The movie was a critical hit and is extremely character-driven. Coon plays the role of Katie, Lyonne the role of Rachel, and Olsen plays the role of Christina. The movie is intense, emotional, and poignant as it explores relationships and grief during events of extreme family troubles. Carrie Coon is known for infusing every character that she plays with a lot of emotional depth and she does the same in this movie as well. The actress delivers a stellar performance alongside noteworthy performances by Lyonne and Olsen. Coon’s acting is powerful and memorable and fans of the actress must definitely watch this one. The movie is also a must-watch as it deals with complex and nuance themes.

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5. Avengers: Infinity War

Based on the Marvel comics superhero team, this superhero movie is directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and features Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, Carrie Coon, and others. The movie is a sequel to Avengers: Age of Ultron and is a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film focuses on the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy, who try to stop Thanos from collecting the six powerful Infinity Stones and kill half of all life in the universe. The movie was a major blockbuster hit and received positive reviews from critics and viewers alike. The film is a must-watch for fans of Carrie Coon as the actress diversifies her filmography and plays the role of a villain, Proxima Midnight. While her character is heavily under makeup and CGI, making her unrecognizable, Coon is still able to deliver emotions and anger and proves that she can play a negative character and also hold her own in big-budget movies. A must-watch for all of her fans who want to see her in a different avatar.

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6. The Nest

Directed by Sean Durkin and starring Jude Law, Carrie Coon, and others, this psychological drama is also written and produced by Durkin. The movie is set in the late 1980s and focuses on a couple, Rory (Law) and Allison (Coon), who live a middle-class life in New York City. The movie is elevated by Law and Coon’s performances as they play a couple, who end up having financial woes due to Rory’s misdirected business investments. Carrie Coon gives a remarkable performance as the grief-stricken wife, who is trying her best to provide for her family, both financially and emotionally. The actress is known for her intense character roles and this is one of them. The film closely explores the institution of marriage and love and how it can easily crumble. A must-watch for all the fans of the actress, the film is poignant and heartbreaking and Coon gives a scene-stealing performance.

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7. Widows

Based on the 1983 British TV series of the same name, this neo-noir heist thriller movie is directed by Steve McQueen and features Viola Davis, Carrie Coon, Cynthia Erivo, and others. The movie is about four women in Chicago, who must try to steal 5 million dollars from the home of a famous local politician, after the women’s husbands were killed in a botched getaway attempt, while trying to steal the money of a crime boss. The movie is thrilling, full of twists and turns, and is heavily woman-centric. The movie was a critical and commercial hit and was noted for its direction, performances, and screenplay. It is one of the must-watch movies for fans of Carrie Coon as the actress plays the role of Amanda, who is a widow. Even though she is not involved in the heist plan, she gives a dedicated performance in her role. The actress proves that she can hold her own even when is in a supporting role or is surrounded by a huge ensemble cast.

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8. Fargo

Created by Noah Hawley and based on the 1996 movie of the same name by the Coen Brothers, this black comedy and crime drama series is one of the most acclaimed shows. The anthology show has five seasons till now and each season is self-contained. Though, there are some minor overlaps. Each season has a different cast, setting, and story and ranges vastly in the time periods that are depicted on the show. Each season of the show mainly focuses on crime and law enforcement and the interwoven lives of the characters. Carrie Coon starred in the third season of the series and her performance was critically acclaimed. She starred alongside Ewan McGregor and played the role of Gloria, who is a Police Chief and is trying to solve the murder of her stepdad in the show. It is one of the must-watch performances by fans of the actress as Carrie Coon gives a thoughtful yet humorous portrayal of Gloria who battles with a rare medical condition called the Cotard’s syndrome. A must-watch.

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9. Gone Girl

Directed by David Fincher and based on the 2012 novel of the same name by Gillian Flynn, this psychological thriller features Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Carrie Coon, and others. The movie is the film debut of Coon and is therefore one of the must-watch performances by fans of the actress. The movie focuses on Nick Dunne (Affleck), who becomes the prime suspect in the disappearance of his wife Amy (Pike). The movie was a critical and commercial success and explores the entangled lives of Nick and Amy, who lived like a happy couple, but have buried secrets. Carrie Coon plays the role of Margo Dunne, who is the concerned sister of Nick Dunne. The movie is a classic thriller and has many twists and turns. While Pike gives a stellar performance, Coon also proves that she can embody her character and give a wide range of emotions, that too in her first film role.