All 33 Sebastian Stan movies, ranked by critics

Gabbi ShawSep 25, 2024, 04:29 IST

Adam Pearson costars with Stan in "A Different Man."Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images

Sebastian Stan has two movies out this fall: "A Different Man" and "The Apprentice."
We looked at the critics' scores on his 33 movies on Rotten Tomatoes.

Sebastian Stan has had one of the most interesting careers in Hollywood. He got his start on TV playing roles like Carter Baizen in "Gossip Girl," TJ Hammond in "Political Animals," and the Mad Hatter in "Once Upon a Time." At the same time, he was cast as Bucky Barnes, the lovable best friend of Steve Rogers in 2011's "Captain America: The First Avenger."

Thirteen years later, Stan is still playing Bucky, aka the Winter Soldier — "Thunderbolts" is out in 2025 — and has appeared in multiple billion-dollar films in the role. He's also been nominated for an Emmy for playing Tommy Lee in "Pam & Tommy," appeared in multiple best picture nominees, and has been receiving awards buzz for his roles in two films this year: "A Different Man" and "The Apprentice."

Here's how critics have received all 33 of Stan's films throughout his career.

Stan's worst-reviewed movie by critics is the 2012 horror film "The Apparition," which has a measly 3%.

Stan plays a character named Ben in "The Apparition."Warner Bros. Pictures

In 2006, he appeared in another horror film, "The Covenant," as the film's antagonist Chase.

Stan plays the villain, Chase, in "The Covenant."Sony Pictures Releasing

That same year, he appeared in "The Architect" as the main character's son, Martin.

"The Architect" was one of his first roles.Magnolia Pictures

Stan co-starred with Amanda Seyfried in the 2012 thriller "Gone."

It's neither actor's best work.Lionsgate

In the 2009 film "Spread," Stan plays Harry, the best friend of a narcissistic gigolo, Nikki, played by Ashton Kutcher.

"Spread" also stars Ashton Kutcher, Anne Heche, and Margarita Levieva.Anchor Bay Films

In 2022, Stan appeared in the female-led spy thriller "The 355," playing a CIA agent, Nick.

In "The 355," Stan got to speak in his first language, Romanian.Universal Pictures

In "I'm Not Here" (2017), Stan plays the younger version of J.K. Simmons' character Steve.

Stan went blonde for "I'm Not Here."Gravitas Ventures

In the 2015 sports comedy "The Bronze," Stan plays the arrogant Team USA gymnastics coach and gold medalist Lance Tucker.

"The Bronze" stars Stan and "Big Bang Theory" actor Melissa Rausch.Sony Pictures Classics

Stan plays Frank, one corner of a love triangle and a free-spirited "bad boy," in the 2019 film "Endings, Beginnings."

"Endings, Beginnings" focuses on a love triangle.Samuel Goldwyn Films

Stan has a small role as Leo in "The Education of Charlie Banks" (2007).

"The Education of Charlie Banks" is a drama.Anchor Bay Entertainment

Stan secured the role of the romantic lead, Mickey, in 2020 film "Monday."

Stan stars in "Monday" opposite Denise Gough.IFC Films

He plays Scott Huffman, a Pentagon staffer tasked with investigating a Medal of Honor request in 2019's "The Last Full Measure."

"The Last Full Measure" was based on a true story.Roadside Attractions

Stan's first credit on Rotten Tomatoes is 2005 film "Red Doors," in which he plays high school senior Simon.

Stan has a small role in "Red Doors"Warner Brothers; Polychrome Pictures

He plays Blaine, a classic '80s ski patrol bully in the 2010 film "Hot Tub Time Machine."

"Hot Tub Time Machine" also stars John Cusack, Rob Corddry, Craig Robinson, and Clark Duke.MGM Distribution Co.

In "Ricki and the Flash," released in 2015, Stan plays one of Ricki's three kids, Joshua, whose wedding she's not invited to.

"Ricki and the Flash" was directed by Jonathan Demme.Sony Pictures Releasing

In the 2020 Netflix film "The Devil All the Time," Stan plays a dirty sheriff named Lee Bodecker who will do anything for his family.

"The Devil All the Time" also stars Tom Holland and Robert Pattinson.Netflix

"Sharper," released in 2023, is a complicated crime thriller.

Stan plays a con artist named Max in "Sharper."A24; Apple TV+

Stan plays an FBI agent named Chris in "Destroyer" (2018).

"Destroyer" is a neo-noir film.Mirror Releasing

In "The Apprentice," which will be released on October 11, Stan plays a young Donald Trump.

"The Apprentice" was directed by Ali Abbasi.Briarcliff Entertainment

In his MCU debut, Stan took on the role of Steve Rogers' best friend, Bucky Barnes, in 2011's "Captain America: The First Avenger."

"Captain America: The First Avenger" was the first time Stan played Bucky, a role he's still playing to this day.Disney/Marvel

In "Fresh," released in 2022, Stan plays the rare charming cannibal.

Stan weaponizes his charm as Steve in "Fresh."Hulu

Stan first worked with director Jonathan Demme in "Rachel Getting Married."

Stan plays a troubled young man named Walter.Sony Pictures Classics

2023's "Dumb Money" is the story of the GameStop short squeeze that took place in 2021. Stan plays the founder of trading website Robinhood, Vlad Tenev.

Stan reunited with director Craig Gillespie for "Dumb Money."Sony Pictures Releasing

Stan has a small role in 2010's "Black Swan."

He's only in one scene.Fox Searchlight Pictures

Seven years after his MCU debut, he was still playing Bucky in 2018's "Avengers: Infinity War."

Bucky is the center of one of the most heartbreaking scenes in "Avengers: Infinity War."Marvel Studios

"A Different Man" was released on September 20, 2024.

In "A Different Man," Stan plays a man struggling with his identity.A24

He returned to his thriller/horror roots with 2018's "We Have Always Lived in the Castle," playing Charles, a shady cousin of the main characters.

"We Have Always Lived in the Castle" also stars Taissa Farmiga and Alexandra Daddario.Brainstorm Media

After Bucky's assumed death at the end of the first "Captain America" film, he returns as a Hydra assassin nicknamed the Winter Soldier in "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" (2014).

"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" is all about Bucky and Steve's relationship.Disney/Marvel

After Bucky's assumed death at the end of the first "Captain America" film, he returns as a Hydra assassin nicknamed the Winter Soldier in "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" (2014).

Bucky's next appearance, 2016's "Captain America: Civil War," shares the same rating.

"Captain America: Civil War" was a huge hit with critics and audiences alike.Marvel

The 2017 film "I, Tonya," in which Stan plays Tonya Harding's husband Jeff Gillooly, also has a 90%.

"I, Tonya" was directed by Craig Gillespie.Neon

In "The Martian" (2015), Stan plays Chris, one of the astronauts who is forced to leave Matt Damon's character Mark behind on Mars.

"The Martian" earned its star Matt Damon an Oscar nomination.Courtesy Twentieth Century Fox

In Steven Soderbergh's 2017 heist film "Logan Lucky," Stan plays NASCAR driver Dayton White.

Stan has a small, yet memorable, part in "Logan Lucky."Fingerprint Releasing; Bleecker Street

But Stan's all-time highest-rated film is 2019's"Avengers: Endgame," which sees him make a triumphant return in the last third of the movie as Bucky.

"Avengers: Endgame" once again uses the relationship between Bucky and Steve as its emotional crux.Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

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All 33 Sebastian Stan movies, ranked by critics

Stan's worst-reviewed movie by critics is the 2012 horror film "The Apparition," which has a measly 3%.

In 2006, he appeared in another horror film, "The Covenant," as the film's antagonist Chase.

That same year, he appeared in "The Architect" as the main character's son, Martin.

Stan co-starred with Amanda Seyfried in the 2012 thriller "Gone."

In the 2009 film "Spread," Stan plays Harry, the best friend of a narcissistic gigolo, Nikki, played by Ashton Kutcher.

In 2022, Stan appeared in the female-led spy thriller "The 355," playing a CIA agent, Nick.

In "I'm Not Here" (2017), Stan plays the younger version of J.K. Simmons' character Steve.

In the 2015 sports comedy "The Bronze," Stan plays the arrogant Team USA gymnastics coach and gold medalist Lance Tucker.

Stan plays Frank, one corner of a love triangle and a free-spirited "bad boy," in the 2019 film "Endings, Beginnings."

Stan has a small role as Leo in "The Education of Charlie Banks" (2007).

Stan secured the role of the romantic lead, Mickey, in 2020 film "Monday."

He plays Scott Huffman, a Pentagon staffer tasked with investigating a Medal of Honor request in 2019's "The Last Full Measure."

Stan's first credit on Rotten Tomatoes is 2005 film "Red Doors," in which he plays high school senior Simon.

He plays Blaine, a classic '80s ski patrol bully in the 2010 film "Hot Tub Time Machine."

In "Ricki and the Flash," released in 2015, Stan plays one of Ricki's three kids, Joshua, whose wedding she's not invited to.

In the 2020 Netflix film "The Devil All the Time," Stan plays a dirty sheriff named Lee Bodecker who will do anything for his family.

"Sharper," released in 2023, is a complicated crime thriller.

Stan plays an FBI agent named Chris in "Destroyer" (2018).

In "The Apprentice," which will be released on October 11, Stan plays a young Donald Trump.

In his MCU debut, Stan took on the role of Steve Rogers' best friend, Bucky Barnes, in 2011's "Captain America: The First Avenger."

In "Fresh," released in 2022, Stan plays the rare charming cannibal.

Stan first worked with director Jonathan Demme in "Rachel Getting Married."

2023's "Dumb Money" is the story of the GameStop short squeeze that took place in 2021. Stan plays the founder of trading website Robinhood, Vlad Tenev.

Stan has a small role in 2010's "Black Swan."

Seven years after his MCU debut, he was still playing Bucky in 2018's "Avengers: Infinity War."

"A Different Man" was released on September 20, 2024.

He returned to his thriller/horror roots with 2018's "We Have Always Lived in the Castle," playing Charles, a shady cousin of the main characters.

After Bucky's assumed death at the end of the first "Captain America" film, he returns as a Hydra assassin nicknamed the Winter Soldier in "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" (2014).

Bucky's next appearance, 2016's "Captain America: Civil War," shares the same rating.

The 2017 film "I, Tonya," in which Stan plays Tonya Harding's husband Jeff Gillooly, also has a 90%.

In "The Martian" (2015), Stan plays Chris, one of the astronauts who is forced to leave Matt Damon's character Mark behind on Mars.

In Steven Soderbergh's 2017 heist film "Logan Lucky," Stan plays NASCAR driver Dayton White.

But Stan's all-time highest-rated film is 2019's"Avengers: Endgame," which sees him make a triumphant return in the last third of the movie as Bucky.