Sandra Bullock has appeared in over 50 films over the course of her career, but one of her best is sorely underrated (and able to stream on Netflix now). The actress started gaining onscreen roles in the mid-to-late 1980s, with her first being in the action thriller Hangmen. However, it wasn’t until Bullock starred alongside Keanu Reeves in the 1994 blockbuster Speed that she gained worldwide recognition, resulting in her gaining leading lady status.
Sandra Bullock’s next movie is a sequel to her and Nicole Kidman’s 1998 cult classic, Practical Magic. Both actresses are confirmed to reprise their roles in the upcoming film and produce, while Oscar-winning filmmaker Susanne Bier is reportedly in talks to direct (per ᴅᴇᴀᴅline).
Since Speed, Bullock has appeared in various critically acclaimed, popular movies, from rom-coms such as While You Were Sleeping and The Proposal to dramas like A Time to Kill and Crash. Bullock also received an Oscar for Best Actress in 2010 for her performance as Leigh Anne Tuohy in The Blind Side. Based on her film credits (as an actress and a producer) alone, Bullock has undoubtedly had an impressive, fulfilled career. However, one of her best projects is also one that deserves much more praise than it got at the time of its premiere in 2000.
Sandra Bullock’s Miss Congeniality Is Trending On Netflix Ahead Of The Movie’s 25th Anniversary
Miss Congeniality Premiered On December 22, 2000
Sandra Bullock plays Gracie Hart in the 2000 action rom-com Miss Congeniality, which is trending on Netflix as of the writing of this article. In the movie, Bullock’s character is a special agent with the FBI who is chosen to go undercover (as Gracie Lou Freebush) at the Miss United States pageant when the agency receives a bomb threat targeting the event. Gracie is labeled a “tomboy,” though, which makes the ordeal all the more complicated (and hilarious). Plus, it certainly helps that Bullock is fantastic in the role.
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Miss Congeniality Cast |
Role |
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Sandra Bullock |
Gracie Hart |
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Michael Caine |
Victor Melling |
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Benjamin Bratt |
Eric Matthews |
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Candice Bergen |
Kathy Morningside |
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William Shatner |
Stan Fields |
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Ernie Hudson |
Harry McDonald |
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Heather Burns |
Cheryl Frasier/Miss Rhode Island |
Given that Bullock’s movie premiered in theaters on December 22, 2000, Miss Congeniality will turn 25 in 2025. Consequently, it’s fitting that the rom-com is now trending on Netflix (and around Valentine’s Day, nonetheless). So, if one has yet to see Miss Congeniality, now is the time to do so.
Miss Congeniality Is One Of Sandra Bullock’s Best Comedies (Despite The Movie’s Low RT Score)
The Film Has A 41% RT Score
Even though Miss Congeniality grossed $212 million against a budget of $45 million, the Sandra Bullock movie is still underrated — at least, regarding its reviews from critics and audiences. The 2000 rom-com has a 41 percent Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes, while its Popcornmeter is 69 percent. Both scores deserve to be higher as Miss Congeniality is one of Bullock’s best films.
There is no time better than the present to give Miss Congeniality the praise it deserves as it approaches its 25th anniversary.
It has action, comedy, romance, iconic moments and lines, and several talented actors (including Sandra Bullock, Michael Caine, Candice Bergen, William Shatner, Ernie Hudson, etc.). Its cast is truly unmatched. Nevertheless, there is no time better than the present to give Miss Congeniality the praise it deserves as it approaches its 25th anniversary.
Sources: ᴅᴇᴀᴅline, Rotten Tomatoes
