10 Underrated Chris Pratt Movies You Must See

Chris Pratt’s filmography stretches far beyond his franchise leads, with early indies, ensemble dramas, and supporting turns that show the range he built before and alongside his blockbuster roles. This list focuses on features where he adds key pieces to the story through character work, real world figures, and genre pivots across comedy, drama, sci fi, and westerns.

Each entry below notes where Pratt fits into the cast, what the film covers, and details on creators and production context. You will find directors, settings, and distribution notes that help place these projects within his career path outside of titles like ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and ‘Jurassic World’.

‘Deep in the Valley’ (2009)

Pratt headlines this independent comedy as Lester Watts, a video store clerk who tumbles into a bizarre alternate world with his best friend, played by Brendan Hines. The film features appearances by Denise Richards, Traci Lords, and Scott Caan, with a cameo by Kim Kardashian, and was directed by Christian Forte.

Shot around Los Angeles with a modest budget, ‘Deep in the Valley’ went to home video and cable rather than a wide theatrical rollout. The production leans on genre parody and fish out of water set pieces, giving Pratt an early top billing credit outside network television.

‘Bride Wars’ (2009)

In ‘Bride Wars’, Pratt plays Fletcher Flemson, fiancé to Anne Hathaway’s character and a grounded counterpoint to the escalating wedding conflict between the two leads. The film was directed by Gary Winick and pairs Hathaway with Kate Hudson, with support from Candice Bergen and Kristen Johnston.

Produced by Regency and distributed by 20th Century Fox, the story is set largely in New York City with recognizable hotel and Fifth Avenue locations. The studio comedy format gave Pratt national exposure in a supporting role during a period when he was also working regularly on ‘Parks and Recreation’.

‘Jennifer’s Body’ (2009)

Pratt appears as Officer Roman Duda, a local cop in the small town where the supernatural events unfold around Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried. The script by Diablo Cody and direction by Karyn Kusama combine horror and high school satire, with Adam Brody and Johnny Simmons in the ensemble.

Principal photography took place in and around Vancouver to stand in for a Midwestern setting. Released by 20th Century Fox, the film’s marketing emphasized horror elements while the production design and soundtrack draw from alternative rock and high school motifs.

‘Take Me Home Tonight’ (2011)

Set during one long night at an end of summer party, ‘Take Me Home Tonight’ features Pratt as Kyle Masterson, a police officer who is engaged to Wendy Franklin, played by Anna Faris. The lead roles go to Topher Grace and Teresa Palmer, with Dan Fogler rounding out the main quartet.

The film was directed by Michael Dowse and distributed by Relativity Media, with an 80s soundtrack that includes acts like Duran Duran and Wang Chung. Production recreated late 80s Southern California suburbia with vintage cars, mall storefronts, and wardrobe sourced to match the period setting.

‘Moneyball’ (2011)

Pratt portrays real life first baseman Scott Hatteberg, a former catcher who transitions positions under Oakland’s front office strategy led by Billy Beane, played by Brad Pitt. Bennett Miller directs from a script by Steven Zaillian and Aaron Sorkin, with Jonah Hill as analyst Peter Brand.

Filming used actual ballparks in California to capture authentic gameplay and clubhouse routines. The film received multiple Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actor, and it presents detailed sequences on roster management, trades, and player valuation.

’10 Years’ (2011)

In the reunion ensemble ’10 Years’, Pratt plays Cully, a former class clown who returns to his high school gathering with plans that complicate the night for him and his wife, played by Ari Graynor. The cast includes Channing Tatum, Rosario Dawson, Justin Long, Anthony Mackie, Aubrey Plaza, and Oscar Isaac.

Written and directed by Jamie Linden, the film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival before a limited theatrical run. Production keeps the story contained across a single evening using bars, houses, and hotel spaces, which lets the ensemble structure move between overlapping conversations and character groups.

‘Zero Dark Thirty’ (2012)

Pratt joins the portrayal of the Abbottabad raid as a member of the Navy special operations team that executes the mission depicted in the final act. Jessica Chastain leads the cast under director Kathryn Bigelow, with Joel Edgerton, Jason Clarke, and Kyle Chandler in supporting roles.

The production filmed in locations across India and Jordan to stand in for Pakistan and other sites in the story. The film earned multiple Academy Award nominations and won Best Sound Editing, and it presents operational details through briefings, surveillance sequences, and night vision combat photography.

‘Delivery Man’ (2013)

Pratt plays Brett, an exhausted lawyer and father of many children who becomes legal counsel to Vince Vaughn’s character after a fertility clinic mix up leads to hundreds of biological offspring. Ken Scott directs this English language remake of his earlier film ‘Starbuck’.

The film was produced by DreamWorks and released domestically by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. New York City locations include residential neighborhoods and law offices, and the narrative follows hearings, mediation sessions, and outreach meetings that show the legal and personal logistics of the case.

‘Her’ (2013)

In ‘Her’, Pratt appears as Paul, a friendly co worker who interacts with Theodore, played by Joaquin Phoenix, and who helps humanize the workplace environment depicted in the story. Spike Jonze writes and directs, with Amy Adams, Rooney Mara, and Scarlett Johansson rounding out the principal cast.

Production combined Los Angeles interiors with exterior cityscapes shot in Shanghai to create the near future setting. The film won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and features a score by Arcade Fire and Owen Pallett, with costume and production design choices that favor soft color palettes and minimal tech clutter.

‘The Kid’ (2019)

Pratt takes on the role of Grant Cutler, an outlaw with personal ties to the young protagonist who crosses paths with Billy the Kid and lawman Pat Garrett. Ethan Hawke plays Garrett and Dane DeHaan plays Billy, with Vincent D’Onofrio directing.

Shot in New Mexico with support from state film incentives, the western uses practical sets, stables, and town streets to capture frontier life. Lionsgate handled distribution, and the film weaves historical figures into a coming of age journey that follows escapes, manhunts, and family dynamics.

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