Hayden Panettiere’s sudden death at the age of 36 has brought renewed attention to the actress and the body of work she built over a career that began when she was a child. From television dramas and teen comedies to horror films and animated movies, Panettiere took on a wide variety of roles over the years. She became particularly popular for playing Claire Bennet in Heroes, Juliette Barnes in Nashville and Kirby Reed in the Scream franchise.
For those looking to revisit her work, here are some of Panettiere’s best known films and shows and where they can be watched.
Heroes
One of Panettiere’s biggest television roles came with NBC’s Heroes which premiered in 2006. The series follows ordinary people who discover extraordinary abilities and gradually become connected through a larger battle involving the future of the world.
Panettiere played Claire Bennet, a cheerleader with the ability to heal herself from serious injuries. The character became one of the most recognisable faces of the series. Panettiere appeared in 72 episodes across four seasons. This is why Heroes is one of the defining projects of her career.
Where to watch: Heroes can be streamed on Netflix and Tubi while Prime Video has the series available for purchase.
Nashville
After Heroes, Panettiere took on another major television role in Nashville. She played Juliette Barnes, a young country music star whose career, relationships and personal struggles become central to the story. The musical drama ran from 2012 to 2018, with Panettiere appearing in 112 episodes.
Where to watch: Nashville is available on Netflix and Pluto TV while Prime Video has it available for purchase.
Scream Movies
Horror fans will remember Panettiere as Kirby Reed, a character she first played in Scream 4 in 2011. Kirby became a fan favourite, and Panettiere returned to the role more than a decade later in Scream VI in 2023. Her comeback as Kirby was particularly notable because it brought back a character from the earlier film and connected the newer Scream story with the franchise’s past.
Where to watch: Scream 4 is available for rental through Prime Video while Scream VI can be rented through ZEE5.
Remember The Titans
One of Panettiere’s early film appearances came in the 2000 sports drama Remember the Titans. She played Sheryl Yoast in the film which stars Denzel Washington and focuses on a high school football team dealing with racial tensions and integration.
The movie came during Panettiere’s childhood acting years and remains one of the notable early titles in her filmography.
Where to watch: Remember the Titans is available to stream on Disney+/JioHotstar.
Ice Princess
In the 2005 family film Ice Princess, Panettiere played Gennifer “Gen” Harwood, a competitive figure skater. The movie follows a teenager who discovers a passion for skating and decides to pursue it seriously.
Where to watch: Ice Princess is available on Disney+/JioHotstar while Prime Video offers options to buy or rent the film.
Bring It On: All Or Nothing?
Panettiere took the lead in the 2006 cheerleading comedy Bring It On: All or Nothing. She played Britney Allen, a popular cheerleader whose life changes after she moves to a different school.The film became another prominent title from Panettiere’s early career.
Where to watch: The film is available through video on demand rental options.
I Love You, Beth Cooper
Panettiere played the title character in the 2009 teen comedy I Love You, Beth Cooper. The story follows a high school student whose graduation speech leads to an unexpected night of adventures involving Beth Cooper.
Where to watch: The film is available to stream on Tubi and Netflix.
A Bug’s Life
Panettiere also lent her voice to the animated classic A Bug’s Life, released in 1998. She voiced Princess Dot, the young daughter of the ant colony’s queen.
Where to watch: A Bug’s Life can be streamed on JioHotstar.
What Happened To Hayden Panettiere?
Panettiere was found unresponsive and in cardiac arrest at a residence in Greenville, South Carolina, on Sunday. Emergency responders attempted to revive her but she was pronounced dead at 2:32 PM, ABC News reported. Authorities said an autopsy found no signs of trauma, while her official cause and manner of death remain pending further investigation.
