Lucy Liu is well-known for her exceptional performances in both television and cinema. Recently she made a splash with her remarkable role in Rosemead as Irene. Her career-defining performance in the movie has generated considerable Oscar buzz as she continues to shine. Lucy Liu also gave voice for the character of Bright Queen, aka Empress Leylas Kryn, in The Mighty Nein.Lucy Liu is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including a Critics Choice Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award and multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Some of her major projects include Shanghai Noon, Kung Fu Panda, Chicago, The Pirate Queen, and Southland. She also received the coveted Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2019.5 Lucy Liu movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlistAlly McBeal One of Lucy Liu’s early breakthrough roles came with her performance in Ally McBeal. She played the role of the hard-edged lawyer Ling Woo, who was known for her intense attitude. Originally, she was meant to have a guest role but due to her captivating screen presence, she became a regular cast member. She received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her role as well.Kill Bill: Volume 1 As the iconic O-Ren Ishii in Kill Bill: Volume 1, Lucy Liu delivered one of the more memorable characters on screen. O-Ren is the leader of the Japanese crime organization Yakuza and led the Crazy 88. In this Quentin Tarantino movie, she portrays one of the assassins hunted by Beatrix Kiddo, aka the Bride, portrayed by Uma Thurman. The brutal, mesmerizing duel between the two characters stands out as one of the film’s most visually striking sequences. The role even got her an MTV Award for Best Movie Villain.Elementary In Elementary, Lucy plays Joan Watson, the impressive partner to Sherlock Holmes, played by Jonny Lee Miller. While the role is traditionally male, Lucy managed to make it iconic in her own style. Dr. Watson in Elementary is a former surgeon who later partners with Detective Holmes in New York City. Their collaboration is one of the highlights of the series.Charlie’s Angels Lucy first found her global success in the classic hit movie Charlie’s Angels. In the movie, she plays the role of Alex Munday, someone with martial arts expertise and strategic intelligence. In Charlie’s Angels, Lucy teams up with Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz to form a formidable trio. Packed with action, comedy, and drama, even after years, the movie remains a fan favorite.Why Women Kill Lucy Liu portrays the role of socialite Simone Grove in season one of the anthology series. In Why Women Kill, Simone’s world turns upside down when she learns that her husband has been cheating on her. She will later get into a relationship with a younger man. Her complex portrayal of the character makes it one of her must-watch performances.ALSO READ: Love from 9 to 5 finale recap and ending explained: Hopeful end to a fierce workplace rivalryFor more stories on shows, follow SoapCentral.