Obsessed with Only Murders in the Building? The 11 best Steve Martin movies and shows, ranked

Little Shop of Horrors is a dark comedic horror musical with a dash of sci-fi elements. Seymour Krelborn (played by Rick Moranis), a meek florist assistant, stumbles upon a strange and unusual plant during a solar eclipse. He names it Audrey II after his crush, a coworker. Little does Seymour know that Audrey II is a carnivorous plant with a growing appetite for human blood and flesh. Steve Martin plays the role of Orin Scrivello, D.D.S. He portrays the sadistic, nitrous oxide-addicted dentist and Audrey’s abusive boyfriend. Martin delivers a memorable performance, playing the character with a blend of dark humor and genuine menace, and despite being a supporting character, Martin’s portrayal with an outlandish personality and memorable scenes makes him a standout in the film. Little Shop of Horrors has become a cult classic, beloved for its unique blend of dark humor, catchy music, and unforgettable characters. It continues to be performed on stages around the world and holds a special place in the hearts of musical theater fans.

Steve Martin has shown throughout his career that he does an excellent job playing a concerned, overwhelmed father. Here, he plays a stereotypical dad who can’t easily come to grips with his daughter getting married. This remake of the 1950 film by Vincente Minnelli is beloved for the star casting of Martin and Diane Keaton. (It’s also one of the first big roles of Succession star Kieran Culkan’s career.)

Roxanne was something of a passion project for Steve Martin. He invested years of research and writing into the role of Charlie Bales, a likable fireman with an obnoxiously large nose. It is based on the play Cyrano de Bergerac from 1897. The romantic tale at the heart of the film between Charlie and Roxanne is feel-good and played to perfection by Martin and Daryl Hannah.