Gia (1998)

Based On the Life of: Gia Marie Carangi

Starring: Angelina Jolie

Movie Budget: Unknown

Star Salary: $500,000

Gia was an Emmy and Golden Globe Nominee—in fact, the film did go on to take home the Golden Globe. Angelina Jolie stars as Gia Carangi, a girl who moves to New York City with dreams of becoming a supermodel. She meets an agent and the agent helps her to quickly become famous.

But, Gia’s life spirals out of control after she becomes addicted to drugs. The historical drama and the only made-for-TV movie on this list, was directed by Michael Cristofer and was released first in Germany, followed by an American release. Faye Dunaway stars as Gia’s agent, Wilhelmina Cooper. Elizabeth Mitchell also plays a role.