Every single Ryan Reynolds movie, ranked by critics

Meghan CookSep 14, 2024, 02:54 IST

Ryan Reynolds has starred in dozens of films.Summit Entertainment/20th Century Fox/Universal Pictures

Ryan Reynolds is a film actor known for his work in comedies, action movies, and superhero films.
"Mississippi Grind" & "Adventureland" are his highest-rated films on Rotten Tomatoes, per critics.

Perhaps best known for portraying the smart-talking vigilante Deadpool, Ryan Reynolds has taken on a wide range of roles throughout his career, starring in everything from dramas to video-game adaptations.

However, despite his popularity as an actor, not all of his movies have been well-received by film critics.

Here is every movie Ryan Reynolds has ever been in, ranked by critic scores on Rotten Tomatoes.

Note: Films without critical ratings were not included. All scores were current on the date of publication and are subject to change.

Reynolds' lowest-ranked film is the action-comedy "R.I.P.D." (2013).

Jeff Bridges and Ryan Reynolds in "R.I.P.D."Universal

The actor played young Damian in "Self/less" (2015).

"Self/less" is a sci-fi film.Focus Features

Reynolds was Van Wilder in "National Lampoon's Van Wilder" (2002).

Ryan Reynolds in "National Lampoon's Van Wilder."Artisan Entertainment

He played Michael Taylor in "Fireflies in the Garden" (2008).

"Fireflies in the Garden" is a drama film.Maple Pictures

In "Blade: Trinity" (2004), Reynolds was Hannibal King.

Wesley Snipes, Jessica Biel, and Ryan Reynolds in the film.New Line Cinema

Reynolds played George Lutz in "The Amityville Horror" (2005).

The film is set in New York.MGM

The actor played superhero Hal Jordan in "Green Lantern" (2011).

Ryan Reynolds has said some not-so-great things about the film.‎DC Entertainment

Reynolds made a small cameo in "Ghosted" (2023) as an ex-boyfriend.

Ryan Reynolds made a brief appearance in "Ghosted."Apple Studios

He played Mitch Planko in the comedy "The Change-Up" (2011).

It's a body-switching film.Universal Pictures

He reprised his role as Michael Bryce in "The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard" (2021).

Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson reunited for this sequel.Summit Entertainment

Reynolds played Matthew in the thriller "The Captive" (2014).

The thriller is about a man looking for his daughter.A24 and DIRECTV

Reynolds played Bill Pope in the action-drama "Criminal" (2016).

The film is all about seeking justice.Lionsgate

He starred as Monty in the comedy "Waiting..." (2005).

Ryan Reynolds in "Waiting..."Lions Gate

Reynolds was Frank Allen in the comedic drama "Chaos Theory" (2008).

Reynolds had the leading role in this flick.Warner Bros. Pictures

He was Richard Messner in "Smokin' Aces" (2007).

Ryan Reynolds and Ray Liotta in the film.Universal Pictures

He played Captain Excellent in "Paper Man" (2010).

Reynolds as an imaginary friend in the film.Artfire Films

Reynolds played Marc Tobias in "The In-Laws" (2003).

The film is about an upcoming wedding.Warner Brothers

He was the lead hero in "6 Underground" (2019).

The film is about erasing one's past.Netflix

Reynolds played John Hartley in "Red Notice" (2021).

The action film stars Ryan Reynolds and Dwayne Johnson.Netflix

Reynolds was Henry in the comedy "Coming Soon" (1999).

He didn't have a major role in the film.Bandeira Entertainment

Reynolds kicked off his time as Wade Wilson in "X-Men Origins - Wolverine" (2009).

This wasn't Reynolds' last time playing the mutant.20th Century Fox

The actor played Chris Brander in the comedy "Just Friends" (2005).

Anna Faris and Ryan Reynolds in "Just Friends."New Line Cinema

Reynolds was Michael Bryce in "The Hitman's Bodyguard" (2017).

The film is filled with action.Summit Entertainment

He was Andrew Paxton in "The Proposal" (2009) opposite Sandra Bullock.

Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock in "The Proposal."Touchstone Pictures/IMDb

Reynolds starred as Cal in "IF" (2024).

John Krasinski's "IF" is about adults reconnecting with imaginary friends.Paramount Pictures

Reynolds played Matt Weston in the thriller "Safe House" (2012).

Ryan Reynolds in "Safe House."Universal Pictures

The actor made a PG-13 version of "Deadpool" with "Once Upon a Deadpool" (2018).

The film included a bit of satire.20th Century Fox

In "Life During Wartime" (1997), Reynolds played Howard Ancona.

Ryan Reynolds was a teen in the film.Bandeira Entertainment/ Life During Wartime LLC

Reynolds was Randy Schoenberg in the drama "Woman in Gold" (2015).

Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds in the film.The Weinstein Company

He was Quigley in the suspense film "Finder's Fee" (2001).

"Finder's Fee" has a fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes.Lionsgate

Reynolds played Gary, Gavin, and Gabriel in "The Nines" (2007).

Ryan Reynolds portrayed three characters.Newmarket

Reynolds voiced the titular snail in the animated film "Turbo" (2013).

Turbo wants to be fast.DreamWorks Animation

He was astronaut Rory Adams in "Life" (2017).

Ryan Reynolds plays a man who is investigating extraterrestrial life on Mars.Skydance Films

Reynolds voiced the titular character in "Detective Pikachu" (2019)

Detective Pikachu is a fast-talking Pokémon.Warner Bros.

In "The Adam Project" (2022), Reynolds plays the adult version of the titular character.

Ryan Reynolds and Walker Scobell play the older and younger versions of Adam, respectively.Skydance Media

He plays Clint Briggs in "Spirited" (2022), a musical adaptation of "A Christmas Carol."

"Spirited" is a retelling of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol."Apple Studios

He starred as Will Hayes in the romantic comedy "Definitely, Maybe" (2008).

Ryan Reynolds in "Definitely, Maybe."Universal Studios

He was the voice actor for Guy in the animated movie "The Croods" (2013).

The Croods are a family of cavemen and cavewomen.DreamWorks Animation

Reynolds had a small role as Chip in "Dick" (1999).

Ryan Reynolds and Kirsten Dunst in "Dick."Sony Pictures Home Entertainment

In "The Voices" (2015), he played a serial killer named Jerry.

His character hears voices from his dog and cat.Lionsgate Films

Reynolds was a nurse in "Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle" (2004).

Ryan Reynolds had a small role in the film.New Line Cinema

Reynolds returned to voice Guy in "The Croods: A New Age" (2020).

The sequel received a higher Rotten Tomatoes score than the first movie.DreamWorks Animation

Reynolds and Jackman reunited to play the titular roles in "Deadpool & Wolverine" (2024).

Deadpool and Wolverine team up to save world in this sequel.Marvel Studios

He starred as a bank teller in "Free Guy" (2021).

Ryan Reynold's character attempts to become the hero of an open-world video game.20th Century Studios

He returned as Wade Wilson in "Deadpool 2" (2018).

"Deadpool 2" is just as great as the original film, per critics.20th Century Fox

Reynolds starred as Wade Wilson in "Deadpool" (2016).

"Deadpool" is a superhero movie of sorts.20th Century Fox

Reynolds narrated the documentary "The Whale" (2011).

Ryan Reynolds is the only credited narrator on the film.Paladin Films

He was Paul Conroy in the terrifying thriller "Buried" (2010).

The film is about an American contractor.Lionsgate

Reynolds played Mike Connell in the comedy "Adventureland" (2009).

This was not a leading role.Miramax Films

Reynolds was Curtis in "Mississippi Grind" (2015), his best-rated film.

The film is a drama about poker.A24

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