Debapriya Bhattacharya
Making his on-screen debut with a guest role in the ‘Sex and the City’ television series in 1999, actor and filmmaker Bradley Charles Cooper had a slow start in Hollywood. His breakthrough role proved to be the 2009 film ‘The Hangover,’ which spawned two sequels. As his career progressed, Bradley took on diverse roles, starring in projects like ‘Silver Linings Playbook,’ ‘American Hustle,’ and ‘American Sniper,’ that showcased his acting prowess. He has also turned director for critically acclaimed films such as ‘A Star Is Born‘ and ‘Maestro,’ and won several accolades for his contribution to the entertainment industry. If you are looking for films to stream on Netflix that feature Bradley Cooper, the following curated list will help you get started.
6. Wet Hot American Summer (2001)
Directed by David Wain, ‘Wet Hot American Summer’ is set in 1981 and depicts the events of the last day of summer camp at Camp Firewood in Maine. As the time runs out, campers and counselors try to complete all pending tasks, with a talent show coming up at the end of the night. However, they get frequently distracted as they engage in wild affairs with each other. Bradley Cooper stars in the film as the drama instructor Ben, who is attracted to counselor McKinley (Michael Ian Black). Watch the satirical comedy film here.
5. Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp (2015)
Developed by David Wain and Michael Showalter, ‘Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp’ is a miniseries that serves as a prequel to the 2001 film ‘Wet Hot American Summer.’ It tells the story of how the 1981 summer camp at Maine’s Camp Firewood began, with the campers and counselors assembling together and setting in motion events that culminate in the film. The original cast of the film returns after more than a decade to play even younger versions of themselves. Bradley Cooper reprises his role as Ben and plays out the beginning of his courtship with camp counselor McKinley (Michael Ian Black). You can stream the episodes here.
4. Aloha (2015)
Helmed by Cameron Crowe, ‘Aloha’ stars Bradley Cooper as celebrated military contractor Brian Gilcrest, who gets rehired by a former boss (Bill Murray) and returns to the site of his greatest career triumphs in Oahu, Hawaii. There, he reconnects with his former lover, Tracy Woodside (Rachel McAdams), who is now married to an Air Force recruit (John Krasinski). Brian is shadowed by fighter pilot Allison Ng (Emma Stone), who has been assigned as his watchdog. While he initially finds her a handful, Brian soon realizes he is falling for the headstrong young woman. You can watch the heartfelt romantic comedy here.
3. Limitless (2011)
Loosely based on the novel ‘The Dark Fields’ by Alan Glynn, ‘Limitless’ follows Eddie Morra (Bradley Cooper), a struggling writer living in New York City. When multiple troubles have Eddie’s back pressed against the wall, he comes across a mysterious drug that increases his mental capacity and turns him into a financial genius. As Eddie starts to live a life of affluence, he attracts the attention of billionaire tycoon Carl Van Loon (Robert De Niro), who wants Eddie to work for him. Soon, the drug begins to display side effects, and Eddie’s world comes crashing down. View the science-fiction thriller directed by Neil Burger here.
2. A Star Is Born (2018)
Marking the directorial debut of Bradley Cooper, ‘A Star Is Born’ tells the story of famous, hard-drinking musician Jackson Maine (Bradley), who discovers and falls in love with Ally (Lady Gaga), a struggling singer-songwriter. Taking her under his wing, Jackson inspires her not to give up on her dreams. As he pushes her into the spotlight, Ally’s career takes off for the stratosphere. However, it takes a toll on the personal relationship that the two share, as Jackson faces an uphill battle with his inner demons. The musical romantic drama is a remake of the 1937 original by William A. Wellman, which has been remade twice previously in 1954 and 1976. You can stream it on Netflix.
1. Maestro (2023)
Directed by and starring Bradley Cooper, ‘Maestro’ chronicles the love story of conductor-composer Leonard Bernstein and actress Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein (Carey Mulligan). Leonard meets Felicia at the age of 28, and the two go on to build a life together, supporting each other’s careers and overcoming all conflicts and troubles. The biographical romantic drama depicts the private moments of the composer’s life, with Cooper delivering a love letter to his life and art. You can stream the film here.
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