Our team compiled the best Ryan Gosling movies and here is what they came up with
Ryan Gosling is a Canadian actor known for his roles in a variety of films, including romantic dramas, crime thrillers, and musicals. Here are 24 of his most popular movies, along with a summary, MPAA rating, box office numbers, year of release, and other notable actors and why Ryan Gosling was appreciated in each film:
Here are the 13 best Ryan Gosling movies to check out on the streaming service.
1. The Notebook (2004)
A poor and passionate young man falls in love with a rich young woman and gives her a sense of freedom, but they are soon separated by their social differences. Rated PG-13, the film earned $115 million at the box office and was released in 2004. Rachel McAdams and Gena Rowlands also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of the romantic lead, Noah, and for his chemistry with co-star Rachel McAdams.
2. Half Nelson (2006)
A inner-city junior high school teacher with a drug habit forms an unlikely friendship with one of his students after she discovers his secret. Rated R, the film earned $5.5 million at the box office and was released in 2006. Shareeka Epps and Anthony Mackie also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his raw and powerful performance as a drug-addicted teacher, which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
3. Lars and the Real Girl (2007)
A delusional young man believes that a sex doll he ordered online is his real girlfriend and brings her to his small town, where his family and friends accept her as a real person. Rated PG-13, the film earned $9 million at the box office and was released in 2007. Emily Mortimer and Paul Schneider also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of a socially awkward man and for his ability to evoke empathy for his character.
4. Blue Valentine (2010)
A look at the lives of a young couple, Dean and Cindy, over a span of years, from the good times to the bad times. Rated R, the film earned $9 million at the box office and was released in 2010. Michelle Williams and John Doman also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of Dean, a man struggling with his own demons and for his raw and emotional performance in the film.
5. Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011)
A middle-aged man’s life is turned upside down when his wife asks him for a divorce and a young man takes him under his wing and teaches him how to pick up women. Rated PG-13, the film earned $142 million at the box office and was released in 2011. Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, and Emma Stone also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of Jacob, a ladies’ man and for his comedic timing in the film.
6. The Place Beyond the Pines (2012)
A motorcycle stunt rider turns to robbing banks as a way to provide for his lover and their newborn child, a decision that puts him on a collision course with an ambitious rookie cop navigating a department ruled by a corrupt detective. Rated R, the film earned $48 million at the box office and was released in 2012. Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes, and Ray Liotta also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of a complex and flawed character and for his ability to convey the internal conflict of his character.
7. The Big Short (2015)
Four outsiders in the world of high-finance who predicted the credit and housing bubble collapse of the mid-2000s decide to take on the big banks for their lack of foresight and greed. Rated R, the film earned $133 million at the box office and was released in 2015. Christian Bale, Steve Carell, and Brad Pitt also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of a brash and cunning Wall Street trader, and for his ability to convey the complexity of his character.
8. The Nice Guys (2016)
A private eye investigates the apparent suicide of a fading porn star in 1970s Los Angeles and uncovers a conspiracy. Rated R, the film earned $57.2 million at the box office and was released in 2016. Russell Crowe and Angourie Rice also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his comedic timing and chemistry with co-star Russell Crowe, as well as for his portrayal of a down-on-his-luck private investigator.
9. Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
A young blade runner’s discovery of a long-buried secret leads him to track down former blade runner Rick Deckard, who’s been missing for thirty years. Rated R, the film earned $259 million at the box office and was released in 2017. Harrison Ford, Ana de Armas, and Sylvia Hoeks also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of a nuanced and conflicted character, and for his ability to hold his own against co-star Harrison Ford in this highly-anticipated sequel.
10. First Man (2018)
A look at the life of astronaut Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969. Rated PG-13, the film earned $105 million at the box office and was released in 2018. Claire Foy, Kyle Chandler, and Corey Stoll also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of Neil Armstrong, capturing the astronaut’s determination, and the emotional toll of his journey.
11. Gangster Squad (2013)
It’s 1949 Los Angeles, and gangster Mickey Cohen has moved in, with the intention of controlling all criminal activity in the city. Rated R, the film earned $105 million at the box office and was released in 2013. Sean Penn, Emma Stone and Josh Brolin also starred in the film. Ryan Gosling was appreciated for his portrayal of a cop who is determined to bring Cohen down, and for his ability to convey the intensity and grit of the role.
12. Drive (2011)
Drive is a 2011 crime-drama film directed by Nicolas Winding Refn and starring Ryan Gosling. The film follows a Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver for criminals. When a heist goes wrong, he finds himself on the run from the mob and the police, with a woman and her young son caught in the middle. The film received critical acclaim for its stylish direction, strong performances, and its blending of various genres. Ryan Gosling’s portrayal of the stoic and enigmatic driver earned him praise, and the film went on to become a cult classic.
13. Ides of March (2011)
The Ides of March is a 2011 political drama film directed by George Clooney and starring Ryan Gosling. The film follows a young press secretary, Stephen Meyers (Ryan Gosling), working on the campaign of Governor Mike Morris (George Clooney) during the Democratic primary race for the President of the United States. As the campaign heats up, Stephen becomes embroiled in a scandal that threatens to derail Morris’ campaign. The film received positive reviews for its strong performances, particularly Ryan Gosling’s portrayal of the ambitious and morally conflicted Stephen Meyers. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.