For many, Neve Campbell is synonymous with the Scream franchise. While her breakthrough role occurred a few years earlier in nParty of Five, 1996's Scream truly put her on the map. Appearing in every one of the Scream movies besides Scream VI (2022), enduring final girl Sidney Prescott is undoubtedly her defining role—and for good reason. She's never the helpless victim. Instead, she remains resilient, caring, and compassionate, despite her all-too-frequent run-ins with various Ghostface killers. Campbell captures it all perfectly. However, the Scream movies are far from the only things listed on her filmography.
If you're craving more from the actress after Scream 7 (2026) but want to see what she's done outside of the slasher franchise, here are the best Neve Campbell movies and TV shows to watch now. Find them on streamers like Prime Video, Netflix, and more.
Party of Five (1994-2000)
While Neve Campbell is Sidney Prescott for so many, for others, she was (and is) Julia from Party of Five. As one of the teen dramas of the '90s, the six-season series follows the lives of five siblings who are forced to bring themselves up after their parents die in a tragic car accident. Although there are similar beats to Full House (1987) and Freaks and Geeks (1999) in there, Party Five lingers longer on more complex topics like grief and children growing up more quickly than they should.
Campbell's role as Julia isn't quite so instantly likable as her role as Sidney Prescott. However, that perception might change, depending on your insight into the character. Campbell plays the messy, often whiny teenager trope to perfection. Sure, it's aggravating at times, but beneath all Julia's flaws, she's got a good heart. Check out Party of Five if you want to see Campbell's breakthrough role.
The Craft (1996)
Coming out six months before Scream hit theaters in December of 1996, The Craft hinted at Neve Campbell's talent for horror. Her character, Bonnie, is very different from Sidney. She is much more timid and awkward, acting as the teenage coven of witches' more sympathetic character… until she's not. While The Craft is very much Fairuza Balk's movie (and yeah, I suppose Robin Tunney's, too), Campbell plays an important supporting role alongside Rachel True.
Ask any millennial what they know Neve Campbell from besides Scream, and they'll surely tell you this movie. The Craft drips with '90s nostalgia while telling a compelling story about the dark world of teenage girls. If you like witchy coming-of-age stories like Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018) or the dark comedy and high school setting of Jennifer's Body (2009), then you'll love The Craft. That's a promise!
Wild Things (1998)
Listen, a lot of people like Wild Things, and a lot of people rank it as one of Neve Campbell's best movies. Both of these things are true, as long as you keep your expectations in check. Wild Things involves a twisty (and, let's be real, convoluted) plot about two female students who accuse their guidance counselor of rape. It sounds dark, and it is dark. However, Wild Things also retains a campy, almost sleazy, erotic thriller vibe.
Really, it's the first time audiences got to see Neve Campbell in a more mature role that challenged her "girl next door" reputation. If you dig the dark, pulpy thrillers of the '90s and early '00s like Sliver (1993) and Cruel Intentions (1999), then Wild Things is the perfect choice for when you want something fun and maybe even a little trashy.
Panic (2000)
If crime dramas are more your speed, then check out Panic. Here, William H. Macy plays an anxious hitman, whose midlife crisis sends him into the arms of a therapist (John Ritter) and a younger woman (Campbell). The cast is stacked, with Tracey Ullman and Donald Sutherland also playing important roles. While Panic is billed as a straightforward crime drama, it's much more humorous and quirky than its packaging might hint.
Campbell holds her own among an experienced cast, playing a memorable, melancholic artist who is reluctant to get involved with a married man. With a unique, character-driven narrative, Panic is the sweet spot between intense movies like American Psycho (2000) and more comedic romantic dramas like High Fidelity (2000).
The Company (2003)
Those who only know Neve Campbell for horror or her darker thriller roles meet The Company, which sees her step into the role of a professional ballerina who must navigate the rigorous demands set by The Joffrey Ballet. Campbell also serves as a producer and co-writer of the film, proving her talent isn't just in front of the camera but behind it, too.
While technically a drama, The Company retains a realistic tone due to its documentary-style filming. And, if you're a dancer, you'll appreciate the movie's depiction of the unglamorous, brutal, and downright challenging aspects of the art. In that regard, it's similar to Center Stage (2000) or even The Last Showgirl (2024), which strive to strip away the bright pink tutus and sparkly rhinestones to tell the human struggles behind the scenes.
The Lincoln Lawyer (2022-Present)
If classic procedurals and legal dramas like Law & Order: SVU (1999) and Matlock (1986) still have you in a choke hold, then you'll love The Lincoln Lawyer, which follows a LA-based defense attorney (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) who operates out of his Lincoln Town Car—hence the show's title. Campbell also plays a meaty role in the series as the said defence attorney's ex-wife and criminal prosecutor.
The Lincoln Lawyer might be modern television, but it retains that old-school legal drama charm popularized by things like Perry Mason (1957) and the aforementioned Matlock. It's not always high-octane action, but The Lincoln Lawyer ensures his quieter moments also stay interesting, thanks to strong character-driven storytelling, interesting cases, and a little humor. If you want Neve Campbell in one of her more recent roles outside of Scream 7, you can't go wrong with this one.
