We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process.
Patrick Dempsey made his exit from Grey's Anatomy in 2015, but fans are still mourning the loss of Dr. Derek Shepherd all these years later. The good news for grieving Grey's fans: Patrick has made a long and successful career for himself making movies that just might fill that McDreamy-shaped hole in your heart. Here, we take a look back at all the best (and worst) Patrick Dempsey movies you need to add to your watch list, stat.
22
Bank Robber (1993)
Comedy and romance meet crime in Patrick Dempsey's 1993 movie Bank Robber. After he robs a bank in the name of love, Billy hides from police in a hotel, where he bribes tenants not to rat him out.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
20
Face the Music (1993)
Although 1993 comedy Face the Music stars two of your favorite '80s movie icons (yes, that is Molly Ringwald), it's one of Patrick's lesser-known films.
19
Flypaper (2011)
Writers Jon Lucas and Scott Moore (who also brought you The Hangover) were behind this 2011 crime comedy starring Patrick and Ashley Judd.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
18
Some Girls (1988)
In this quirky coming-of-age flick, Patrick plays Michael, a teen who goes to visit his girlfriend, Gabriella (Jennifer Connelly), in Canada before realizing that she and her family aren't all that he thought they would be.
17
Me and Will (1999)
Patrick took on a slightly darker role for Me and Will, a 1999 drama that tells a story of drug addiction and struggles to get over the past.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
16
Valentine's Day (2010)
Patrick was a natural fit for this star-studded romantic comedy, which features other such big-name celebrities as Jennifer Garner, Bradley Cooper, Anne Hathaway, and Ashton Kutcher.
15
Something About Sex (1998)
After a brief stint starring in a handful of made-for-TV movies, Patrick returned to the big screen for Something About Sex (although the drama was called Denial before being released to video).
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
14
Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)
Did you catch Patrick in this third installment of the Transformers franchise? He played Dylan Gould, a wealthy car collector (and Sam's girlfriend's boss) with a dark secret.
13
Made of Honor (2008)
Although Made of Honor received less-than-rave reviews from critics, romantic comedy fans know and love Patrick as Tom Bailey, Jr. in this 2008 movie.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
11
Outbreak (1995)
Blink, and you might have missed it: Patrick actually played Patient Zero (a.k.a. James "Jimbo" Scott) in this star-studded disaster flick based on Richard Preston's book The Hot Zone.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
10
Mobsters (1991)
Patrick played a young Meyer Lansky in this crime film based on the alleged origin story of the New York Mafia. Viewers enjoyed the movie, but it wasn't exactly a hit with the critics: It has just a 6% review score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
8
Bridget Jones's Baby (2016)
After making his departure from Grey's Anatomy in season 11, Patrick landed a role in one of 2016's most highly anticipated rom-coms: Bridget Jones's Baby.
7
In the Mood (1987)
Just one month later, Patrick's next comedy In the Mood landed in theaters. Based on a true story, the film follows 14-year-old Sonny Wisecarver as he woos and attempts to run away with not one, but two, older women. "This kid named Patrick Dempsey is the perfect choice," esteemed film critic Roger Ebert wrote at the time.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
6
Coupe de Ville (1990)
In 1990, Patrick nabbed a part in comedy Coupe de Ville. Alongside Daniel Stern and Arye Gross, the young actor played one of three bickering brothers tasked with bringing a car across the country so they can deliver it to their mother.
5
With Honors (1994)
Patrick joined Joe Pesci and Brendan Fraser on the big screen for this goofy 1994 film. In it, Patrick plays the roommate of a Harvard student (Brendan) who's convinced he'll graduate from Harvard with honors until a homeless man (Joe) holds his painstakingly prepared thesis hostage.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
4
Can't Buy Me Love (1987)
Patrick was just 21 when his movie-making career kicked off with several successful romantic comedies. In true teen rom-com fashion, Can't Buy Me Love tells the story of a nerdy teen boy who captures the heart of a popular cheerleader when she least expects it. (Spoiler alert: He instantly captured the heart of every teen girl in America, too.)
3
Sweet Home Alabama (2002)
Word is Patrick's co-stars in box-office hit Sweet Home Alabama, Josh Lucas and Reese Witherspoon, are interested in filming a sequel all these years later. (It seems safe to say that Patrick's character, Andrew, likely wouldn't play a major role, however.)
Heather Finn
Content Strategy Editor
Heather Finn is the content strategy editor at Good Housekeeping, where she heads up the brand's social media strategy and covers entertainment news on everything from ABC's 'The Good Doctor' to Netflix's latest true crime documentaries.
