Rosario Dawson has one of the most recognisable faces in Hollywood. With a career spanning nearly three decades, the critically acclaimed, award-winning American actress has over one hundred credits to her name from film, television, and voice acting roles across genres — most notably in the superhero and sci-fi realm. From her start in the 1995 coming-of-age drama Kids to her 5-series stint as nurse Claire Temple in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and impressive run (including a solo show) as the Jedi Ahsoka in Star Wars’ galaxy far, far away, Dawson has left her mark on Hollywood's biggest franchises. Check out our selection of Rosario Dawson’s best performances and find out where to watch them in the guide below.
While Rosario Dawson is best known for her big franchise roles, her roles in films such as Sin City, Josie and the Pussycats, and Quentin Tarantino’s Death Proof equally demonstrate the strong, grounded presence she brings to each performance. Whether she’s singing and dancing her way through Rent as Mimi Marquez, playing a lovestruck, chaotic lawyer in Jane the Virgin, or showing her comedy chops in Clerks II, Dawson consistently captivates audiences on both the big and small screen. In addition, she’s also continued to do stellar work voicework in films such as The Lego Movie and The Lego Batman Movie, and has voiced Wonder Woman in several animated productions since 2009.
In addition to her film and television work, Rosario Dawson is also known for her political activism and philanthropy. Over the years, she has narrated and produced several documentaries on issues she holds dear, including two films tackling climate change (The Need to Grow, Kiss the Ground) and one on immigration (The Deported).
With over 100 credits to her name, there’s a huge catalogue from which to choose, so check out our selection of Rosario Dawson’s best movies and TV shows and find out where to stream them from the United Kingdom.