After a decade-long hiatus, Cameron Diaz is making a comeback in the action-comedy Back in Action, reviving her signature charm as a comedic actress. To celebrate her return, let’s revisit some of her best comedy roles — films that have already become classics and are worth rewatching.
There's Something About Mary (1998)
Mary (Cameron Diaz) is the perfect girl — smart, beautiful, full of life, and even knowledgeable about American football. Years after high school, Ted (Ben Stiller) still can’t get over his teenage crush. Determined to find her, he hires a private investigator (Matt Dillon), who ends up falling for Mary himself. This comedy is a genre classic, with Diaz’s charisma playing a key role in its enduring success.
A Life Less Ordinary (1997)
O’Reilly (Holly Hunter) and Jackson (Delroy Lindo), angels working for a celestial corporation, are sent to Earth to improve marriage statistics. Their mission? To make the spoiled but charming Celine Neville (Cameron Diaz) fall for struggling writer Robert Lewis (Ewan McGregor). This fantasy-infused comedy showcases Diaz’s comedic talent in an unusual and whimsical setting.
The Holiday (2006)
Hollywood producer Amanda (Cameron Diaz) and British journalist Iris (Kate Winslet) swap homes for Christmas to escape their personal troubles. Amanda heads to England, where she meets the charming Graham (Jude Law), while Iris finds herself in sunny California, making unexpected friendships.
Feeling Minnesota (1996)
Freddie (Cameron Diaz), a stripper tangled up with the mafia, is forced to marry an accountant to settle a debt. However, on her wedding day, she runs off with her groom’s brother, Jjaks (Keanu Reeves). This crime comedy highlights Diaz’s ability to balance humor and vulnerability in a high-stakes storyline.
My Best Friend’s Wedding (1997)
Kimberly (Cameron Diaz), a college dropout, is excited to marry her longtime boyfriend, but when her best friend Michael (Dermot Mulroney) suddenly announces his engagement to another woman, she realizes she loves him herself. In this film, Diaz delivers a delightful performance as a determined and lovable heroine willing to fight for love.
