Elizabeth Banks is a multi-talented actor, producer, writer, and director known for her dynamic work across film and television. She’s starred in major hits like The Hunger Games franchise, Love & Mercy, and The Lego Movie, and earned three Emmy nominations for her roles on 30 Rock and Modern Family.
Banks recently directed and produced the hit Cocaine Bear and will appear in Apple TV+’s The Beanie Bubble. Her film credits span comedies, dramas, and thrillers, including Charlie’s Angels, Pitch Perfect, Seabiscuit, Magic Mike XXL, and Love & Mercy. She also voiced Wyldstyle in The Lego Movie franchise and played Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games.
Her directorial debut, Pitch Perfect 2, set records for a first-time director and earned her the CinemaCon “Breakthrough Filmmaker” award. Through her company Brownstone Productions, Banks has produced film and TV projects for major platforms including Netflix, Hulu, Peacock, and Universal. Notable titles include Shrill, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin, and Red Queen.
On stage, Banks has performed with American Conservatory Theater and at the Williamstown Theater Festival. She is also a podcast host (My Body, My Podcast), co-owner of Archer Roose Wines, and co-founder of the comedy platform WhoHaha.
Originally from Massachusetts, Banks holds degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and the American Conservatory Theater. She’s an active philanthropist, supporting organizations like the Center for Reproductive Rights, Planned Parenthood, and Heifer International. She lives in Los Angeles with her family.
Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games series (2012–2015) standout performance.
ICCA commentator in Pitch Perfect series (2012–2017), comedic brilliance.
Debuted in indie film Surrender Dorothy (1998), modest beginnings.
Starred in cult classic Wet Hot American Summer (2001), fan favorite.
Played Betty Brant in Spider-Man trilogy (2002–2007), memorable supporting role.
Supporting role in Seabiscuit (2003), praised for emotional depth.
Comedy breakout in The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005), hilarious turn.
Starred in horror-comedy Slither (2006), earned genre cult status.
Inspiring wife in football drama Invincible (2006), heartfelt performance.
Edgy humor in Zack and Miri Make a Porno (2008).
Quirky fun in Role Models (2008), great comedic timing.
Appeared in The Next Three Days (2010), thriller with suspense.
Featured in sketch-comedy anthology Movie 43 (2013), controversial release.
Voice of Wyldstyle in The Lego Movie series (2014–2019).
Portrayed Melinda Ledbetter in Love & Mercy (2014), dramatic turn.
Comic lead in Walk of Shame (2014), mixed reviews.
Played villain Rita Repulsa in Power Rangers (2017), campy delight.
Starred in superhero horror Brightburn (2019), twisted mother figure.
Lead role in Call Jane (2022), feminist drama centered performance.
Voiced character in animated film Migration (2023), warm family story.
Latest film appearance in Skincare (2024), dark satirical mystery.
Directorial debut Pitch Perfect 2 (2015), broke box-office records.
Directed action reboot Charlie’s Angels (2019), mixed critical reception.
Directed horror comedy Cocaine Bear (2023), viral internet sensation.
Co-founded Brownstone Productions with Max Handelman in 2002.
Produced multiple Pitch Perfect films, huge commercial and fan success.
Avery Jessup on 30 Rock (2010–2012), Emmy-nominated performance.
Recurring role as Kim Briggs on Scrubs (2006–2009), fan favorite.
Valerie on Modern Family (2009–2020), garnered another Emmy nomination.
Returned in Ten Years Later sequel (2017), continued cult legacy.
Host of Press Your Luck revival (2019–present), engaging game show presence.
Three Primetime Emmy Award nominations for 30 Rock, Modern Family.
Pitch Perfect 2 broke record for first-time female film director.
Received Crystal + Lucy Award for excellence in film and television.
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