Sometimes, an actor just has the “IT” factor. By now, we are all familiar withAndrew Garfield’s undeniable talent in the film industry. Especially after the release ofSpider-Man: No Way Home, Garfield has reentered the pop culture radar, and we are all obsessed. Many of the best actors of this generation know how to diversify their roles to really showcase their ability to be versatile. Well, for an actor like Garfield, this has never been a problem.
Garfield has starred in many movies and has brought many roles to life in his time as an actor. In fact, part of his appeal is that he never sticks to just one thing when it comes to the projects he takes on. Although we mostly know him for hisrole as Peter ParkerinThe Amazing Spider-Man, it is time for us to dive deeper into his extensive filmography as an actor. Here is our ranking of Andrew Garfield’s most interesting roles as an actor so far.
8Under the Silver Lake
Garfield has become a massive force in pop culture and entertainment these days. However, when looking back on his career, we have to take the time out for his less-known roles. In 2018, Garfield starred as Sam in the mystery thriller,Under the Silver Lake. In this film, Sam catches a glimpse of a girl at his apartment complex just before she goes missing. In true movie main character energy, he takes it upon himself to figure out what happened to her. If you are at all interested in seeing Garfield leading in a film like this, he will not disappoint.
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7The Eyes of Tammy Faye
InThe Eyes of Tammy Faye, Garfield is absolutely magic starring as Jim Faye alongside the stunning Jessica Chastain as Tammy Faye. Based ona true story, this film follows the Faye couple as they build a religious broadcasting network empire. However, when you appear to be at the top, any misstep means you can come crashing down any minute. As things pile on and threaten to crash their business, the couple fight to keep it afloat.
6Hacksaw Ridge
The impeccableHacksaw Ridgeis one of Garfield’s most notable projects, and for good reason. In an incredibly interesting role in his career so far, Garfield stars as Pfc. Desmond T. Doss in the 2016 war drama.Hacksaw Ridgetells his story as he is ridiculed and outcasted by fellow soldiers when refusing to be armed on religious grounds. In turn, he is also commended for his bravery and character. Garfield has been recognized for many roles in his career so far, but inHacksaw Ridge, he gives a performance like no other.
5The Social Network
Andrew Garfield and Jesse Eisenberg? The dream team. It has been over a decade sinceThe Social Networkcame out in 2010, but we still have to talk about it.The Social Networkis a movie that chronicles and dramatizes the story of the founders of the social media platform Facebook. Garfield plays Eduardo Saverin, a former friend of Eisenberg’s Mark Zuckerberg. With a subject as interesting as the origins of Facebook, this role is definitely a stand-out in Garfield’s filmography so far.
4Under the Banner of Heaven
This series is a heavy one and just further proves that Garfield is in his bag in heavy and emotional projects. InUnder The Banner of Heaven, Garfield plays Detective Jeb Pyre as he attempts to solve the murder of a woman and her baby. Pyre is a religious man himself and this show exposes the complications that lie underneath destructive religious practices. Garfield’s performance as the detective is one of the most interesting and impressive roles he has ever pulled off.
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In the trend of acting in heavy roles surrounding religion, one of Garfield’s most interesting roles has him playing a Portuguese priest in 2016’s historical dramaSilence. This film does not lack in emotional tension and high-intensity action as Father Sebastião Rodrigues (Garfield) and Father Francisco Garupe (Adam Driver) journey to Japan to find their mentor. Along with all of that, they face dangerous conditions that put their will and determination to a test.
2The Amazing Spider-Man
Everyone has the right to play favorites, especially when it comes to our favorite superheroes.Spider-Manis a franchise that demands the attention of some of the biggest superhero fans on the planet. Peter Parker/Spider-Man is probably Garfield’s most popular role to date. Garfield’s Peter Parker was introduced in 2012’sThe Amazing Spider-Manand has earned more praise with his reprise of the role in 2021’sSpider-Man: No Way Home. Garfield is one of the most versatile actors of this generation and his Spider-Man is only one example of that.
1tick, tick…BOOM!
When we think he could not impress us anymore, Garfield didtick, tick…BOOM!Not only did Garfield give an incredibly emotional and heartbreaking performance as the musical theater genius Jonathan Larson, buthe also sang. Yes, you read that right. If you have yet to seetick, tick…BOOM!, Garfield stars and sings inNetflix’s musical biopic. The film follows Larson’s life and early career as a struggling artist. The incredible movie was directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda and showcased Garfield’s talents, both known and previously undiscovered in ways that had all of our jaws on the floor and tears streaming down our faces.
