7. Red Notice (2021)
Gadot plays a thief named The Bishop. She stays ahead of an FBI agent and a rival criminal. The film is a mix of action and comedy. Gadot keeps her performance tight and stylish. She works well with Dwayne Johnson and Ryan Reynolds. Her character relies on tricks, planning, and bold moves. The plot moves quickly, but she remains a steady point. The film became a major hit on Netflix. It proved Gadot’s appeal in global streaming.
8. Death on the Nile (2022)
Gadot plays Linnet Ridgeway, a wealthy heiress caught in a murder mystery during her honeymoon. The story unfolds on a river steamer in Egypt. Her role isn’t central, but her presence anchors the film’s early tension. She plays Linnet with a mix of charm and suspicion. The film leans on mood, not action. Gadot shifts smoothly into the slow burn of the mystery. She delivers a composed performance that fits the period setting. The role gave her a chance to explore quiet moments rather than fight scenes.
9. Keeping Up with the Joneses (2016)
Gadot steps into comedy as Natalie Jones, a secret agent living in the suburbs. The plot pairs her with Jon Hamm as her spy husband. Together, they hide their identities from their unsuspecting neighbors. Gadot brings control to the comedy. She doesn’t overplay the jokes. Her timing is sharp and her action scenes are tight. It’s a lighter film, but she makes it work. This movie let her test a new tone before she moved on to leading roles.
10. Heart of Stone (2023)
In Heart of Stone, Gadot plays Rachel Stone, a covert agent working to secure a dangerous AI. The film moves across global locations with high-speed chases and fight scenes. Gadot produced the film and led from the front. She holds the frame in every action beat. The plot follows genre rules, but her role doesn’t. She plays it straight—no quips, no showboating. It’s a serious attempt to build a new action franchise. The film may not have landed with critics, but it made her control behind the camera clear.
