Hottest Women of Sci-Fi/Fantasy: 40-31

November 3rd, 2009 by William

40. Robin Wright Penn

Sci-fi/Fantasy Roles: Princess Buttercup, The Princess Bride

Robin Wright probably never imagined the cult-like following that she would receive from her role as Princess Buttercup in The Princess Bride. While portraying the “princess held hostage” waiting for her True Love, Wesley, to arrive, Buttercup provides the romantic storyline to one of the best comedies of all-time. Her fair complexion and blonde-locks provide the fantasy quota for any princess. This fantasy film was just the start of a successful career for Robin Wright Penn.

39. Christina Hendricks

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Role: Saffron on Firefly

She may have only appeared in two episodes during this short series, but Christina Hendricks as Saffron definitely made an impression on fans of the show. Hendricks played a seductive con artist who tricked Firefly’s captain into marriage. For her guest role, Hendricks earned the 2006 SyFy Genre Awards for Best Special Guest/Television. If you don’t want to watch the whole series of Firefly, you should at least check out the scene in “Our Mrs. Reynolds” where Hendricks attempts to seduce Morena Baccarin!

38. Heather Graham

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Role: Dr. Judy in Lost in Space

This Wisconsin born beauty brought a lot more than her looks to the 2002 film, ‘Lost in Space’. Graham, who is most well known for her roles in ‘Boogie Nights’ and ‘Drugstore Cowboy’, seemed an unlikely pick for Dr. Judy Robinson. But she surprised audiences everywhere with a great performance. She might not always get the chance to play a scientist, but Graham certainly raised the bar playing this smart, sexy doctor.

37. Claire Danes

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Role: Yvaine in Stardust
With roles in films like Romeo and Juliet, Evening and Brokedown Palace, you might not expect this former Yale student to appear on our list. But after her role in one of the most underrated fantasy films of all time, Stardust, Claire was a clear choice. In the film, Claire plays a star who has fallen to earth. While there, she embarks on a adventure with a young man where they encounter lightning pirates, Princes, witches and more in a magical kingdom. Danes also gets an honorable mention as Kate in Terminator 3.

36. Billie Piper

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Role: Rose on Doctor Who

This British singer/actress showed she was so much more than a pretty face week after week on the hit British television show, Doctor Who. Piper, who played the doctor’s companion Rose, saw great success from her role, further catapulting her into British super stardom!

35. Sigourney Weaver

Sci-fi/Fantasy Role: Lieutenant Ellen Ripley, Alien

All hail the sci-fi queen! From Alien to Ghostbusters, to The Village to WALL*E, Sigourney Weaver has done it all, and has the award to prove it! What makes Ms. Weaver hot enough for our list? Have you seen her in Alien? Her kick ass moves would have me feeling safe in an alien invasion!

34. Camilla Belle

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Roles: Kira Hudson in ‘Push’

With her Brazilian super model looks and her raw acting talent, actress Camilla Belle is sure to be around for some time in Hollywood. Although Camilla might be known more for breaking up pop star Joe Jonas from his then girlfriend Taylor Swift, she certainly brings something new to the table. In ‘Push’, Belle plays Kira, who happens to be the key to the survival of gifted citizens around the world!

33. Sanaa Lathan

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Roles: Alexa Woods in Alien vs. Predator

Aliens, Predators and hot chicks, oh my! What more could you ask for in a movie? Sanaa Lathan certainly gave audiences an eye full in AVP: Alien vs. Predator. Sanaa has been in several films, but fanboys will probably remember her as the only human left standing in AVP. She has won and has been nominated for many BET and Image awards, so for the sake of men around the world, we’ll keep hoping she gets more work!

32. Jennifer Morrison

Sci-fi/Fantasy role: Winona Kirk, Star Trek: The Movie

You may recognize Jennifer Morrison from the FOX hit, House but she launched herself into the fantasy world with her role as Winona Kirk, in the 2009 blockbuster hit, Star Trek: The Movie. Playing the role of James Kirk’s mother(Capt. Kirk) solidified Jennifer into Sci-fi grandeur, I mean if you are the mom of Capt. Kirk, come on! While Jennifer’s role in the film may not have been the flashiest she was still able to show-off her gorgeous smile.

31. Evan Rachel Wood

Sci-fi/Fantasy Role: Sophie-Anne Leclerq, True Blood

While her role on the HBO smash hit, True Blood, may have have been brief, Evan Rachel Wood rocked the socks off viewers in her 2-episode run. Taking on the role of Sophie-Anne Leclerq, the Vampire Queen, Wood caused quite a stir for the season 2 finale. I mean, come on, now that’s a Vampire that I would want to run in to. Of course, Evan Rachel has tried her hand at other genres including the smash hit ‘Running with Scissors’ and her Broadway role in Spiderman: The Musical.