Ryan Reynolds started his career in teen comedies but quickly moved beyond the 'funny guy' role, taking on dramas, action films, and thrillers. With his sharp wit and humor, he’s the perfect fit for the superhero Deadpool. In our collection of his movies, you’ll find ten standout performances.
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- Deadpool
- Woman in Gold
- Free Guy
- Definitely, Maybe
- Buried
- The Hitman’s Bodyguard
- The Proposal
- Safe House
- The Adam Project
- Smokin' Aces
Deadpool
IMDb: 8/10
2016, Action, Comedy
USA, R
Director: Tim Miller
Top cast: Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, T.J. Miller
Wade Wilson is a byproduct of a special military program called 'Weapon X.' Now, he possesses incredible strength, agility, and a remarkable healing ability. However, this superhuman’s cellular structure is constantly shifting, and his sanity is questionable. All Wilson wants is to stay afloat in the social cesspool. But the current there is just too fast.
Woman in Gold
IMDb: 7.3/10
2015, Biography, Drama, History
USA, UK, PG-13
Director: Simon Curtis
Top cast: Helen Mirren, Ryan Reynolds, Daniel Brühl
Woman in Gold follows the story of Maria Altmann, a Jewish refugee whose family’s valuables were seized by the Nazis decades ago, including a painting known as the “Golden Adele.” Now, Maria wants to reclaim what is rightfully hers. A courageous young lawyer will help her in the fight for her property.
Free Guy
IMDb: 7.1/10
2021, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
USA, Canada, PG-13
Director: Shawn Levy
Top cast: Ryan Reynolds, Jodie Comer, Taika Waititi
The refreshing plot of Free Guy takes a twist: an ordinary bank employee, trapped in his daily routine, decides one day to change everything. He soon discovers he’s actually in a video game where anything is possible. Even more surprising, the fate of humanity rests in his hands. The challenge? Free Guy is only a background character with limited abilities.
Definitely, Maybe
IMDb: 7.1/10
2008, Comedy, Drama, Romance
USA, UK, France, Germany, PG-13
Director: Adam Brooks
Top cast: Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Weisz, Abigail Breslin
Who among us hasn't wondered, ‘What would have happened if I had chosen a different path?’ In the film Definitely, Maybe Will finds himself faced with a difficult choice: how to explain to his teenage daughter why their family is falling apart? Instead of a straight answer, he begins to tell her about his youth and the three women who played a significant role in his life. Through the lens of his stories, we see how chance encounters, awkward moments, and bold decisions shape our destiny. This is a story about love, loss and finding oneself that will make every viewer think about their own relationships and what is really important in life. The film reminds us that even the most difficult situations can lead to unexpected and beautiful results.
Buried
IMDb: 7/10
2010, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
USA, UK, Spain, France, R
Director: Rodrigo Cortés
Top cast: Ryan Reynolds, José Luis García-Pérez, Robert Paterson
Paul Conroy, a U.S. Army driver in Iraq, regains consciousness to find himself trapped in an old wooden coffin. It seems he’s been buried alive, but by whom — and why? He has only a lighter and a cell phone, with both the battery and his oxygen running dangerously low. Can he find a way out in time?
The Hitman’s Bodyguard
IMDb: 6.9/10
2017, Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller
USA, Hong Kong, Bulgaria, Netherlands, Canada, UK, France, R
Director: Patrick Hughes
Top cast: Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson, Gary Oldman
An aging hitman is set to testify against his former employers and needs the protection of a young, skilled bodyguard. Over the next 24 hours, these unlikely allies — who can’t stand each other — must work together to escape from England to The Hague. Their mission takes a dangerous turn when a ruthless Eastern European dictator, Vladislav Dukhovich, stands in their way.
The Proposal
IMDb: 6.8/10
2009, Comedy, Drama, Romance
USA, PG-13
Director: Anne Fletcher
Top cast: Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Mary Steenburgen
An editor-in-chief is facing relocation to Canada. Unwilling to leave the U.S., she forces her subordinate, who holds an American passport, into a quick, fake marriage to avoid deportation. The groom seizes the chance to get back at her for all the past slights. Together, they embark on a lively “wedding trip” to Alaska to meet his family and convince immigration authorities their relationship is real.
Safe House
IMDb: 6.7/10
2012, Action, Thriller USA, Japan, R
Director: Daniel Espinosa
Top cast: Denzel Washington, Ryan Reynolds, Robert Patrick
Harvard graduate Matt dreams of moving to Paris with his fiancée, but he’s keeping his CIA job a secret from her. Meanwhile, CIA agent Frost comes across classified information, sending things spiraling out of control and leaving everyone to fend for themselves. Matt and Frost’s paths collide in Cape Town, where each will have to make their own choices.
The Adam Project
IMDb: 6.7/10
2022, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi
USA, PG-13
Director: Shawn Levy
Top cast: Ryan Reynolds, Walker Scobell, Mark Ruffalo
The Adam Project is another original story. At the center is a young man named Adam, who tries to fix past mistakes by helping his younger selves.
Smokin' Aces
IMDb: 6.6/10
2006, Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller
USA, UK, France, R
Director: Joe Carnahan
Top cast: Jeremy Piven, Ryan Reynolds, Ray Liotta
Ace, the illusionist, grew up surrounded by card tricks, hustlers, hitmen, and thieves. By 21, he was already involved with crime bosses, even becoming the unofficial mascot of a Las Vegas crime syndicate. Convinced that the criminal world is his destiny, he aims to secure a stronger position within it. But his plan goes off the rails, and now those who once admired him are out to kill him.
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