Every Adam Driver Movie, Ranked
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1Adam Driver, Golshifteh Farahani, Barry Shabaka HenleyPaterson is a 2016 drama film written and directed by Jim Jarmusch. The film stars Adam Driver as a bus driver and aspiring poet named Paterson and Golshifteh Farahani as his wife who dreams of being a country music star and opening a cupcake business.- 2Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, Azhy RobertsonMarriage Story is a poignant drama where matrimony unravels into chaos. The film centers on Charlie Barber (Adam Driver), a successful theater director, and his wife Nicole (Scarlett Johansson), a former teen film actress transitioning towards television. Their marriage, once filled with shared dreams and mutual respect, crumbles under the weight of personal ambitions, leading them to a heart-wrenching divorce. Directed by Noah Baumbach, the movie garnered six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. A tale of love surviving its own demise, Marriage Story presents an intimate exploration of a family staying together amidst falling apart.More Marriage Story
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3Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie FisherStar Wars: The Force Awakens, a space opera of epic proportions directed by J.J. Abrams, breathes new life into the beloved Star Wars franchise. Set thirty years after the fall of the Galactic Empire, we follow Rey (Daisy Ridley), a scavenger on desert planet Jakku. Her life intertwines with Finn (John Boyega), a defected stormtrooper. Together they embark on a daring mission with iconic characters Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and General Leia Organa (Carrie Fisher). They face off against Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), an ominous figure serving the sinister First Order. This film, awarded for its visual effects, is a thrilling addition to the legendary saga.- Dig Deeper...Eye-Opening Fan Theories About Max Von Sydow's Character In 'The Force Awakens'
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Annette
Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard, Simon HelbergAnnette is a musical drama that dives into the tumultuous relationship between stand-up comedian Henry (Adam Driver) and renowned opera singer Ann (Marion Cotillard). Their lives take an unexpected turn with the birth of their daughter Annette, a child with a unique and mysterious gift. Directed by Leos Carax, the film is a visually arresting and emotionally charged exploration of fame, creativity, and the sacrifices made in the name of art. The narrative unfolds through operatic and theatrical sequences, underscored by music from the band Sparks. Annette opened the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, where Carax won the award for Best Director. 
5Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, Tadanobu AsanoTwo 17th-century Portuguese missionaries, Father Sebastian Rodrigues (Andrew Garfield) and Father Francisco Garupe (Adam Driver), embark on a perilous journey to Japan to find their missing mentor (Liam Neeson). While there, the two men minister to the Christian villagers who worship in secret. If caught by feudal lords or ruling samurai, they must renounce their faith or face a prolonged and agonizing death.More Silence- #103 of 126 onThe 100+ Grossest Movies Ever
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6Hungry Hearts
Adam Driver, Alba Rohrwacher, Roberta Maxwell- 7Adam Driver, Annette Bening, Ted LevineThe Report is a 2019 American drama film directed by Scott Z. Burns. Senate staffer Daniel Jones (Adam Driver) is assigned the daunting task of leading an investigation into the CIA’s Detention and Interrogation Program.
8Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane FondaWhen their father passes away, four grown, world-weary siblings return to their childhood home and are requested -- with an admonition -- to stay there together for a week, along with their free-speaking mother (Jane Fonda) and a collection of spouses, exes and might-have-beens. As the brothers and sisters re-examine their shared history and the status of each tattered relationship among those who know and love them best, they reconnect in hysterically funny and emotionally significant ways.
9Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David StrathairnLincoln, a historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg, stars Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. Set during the Civil War era, the film focuses on Lincoln's monumental struggle to pass the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery nationwide. Sally Field portrays Mary Todd Lincoln, his emotionally volatile wife, while Tommy Lee Jones plays Thaddeus Stevens, a fervent abolitionist congressman. The movie is a compelling exploration of political maneuvering and moral dilemmas. It won two Oscars including Best Actor for Day-Lewis's riveting portrayal of this iconic leader.More Lincoln- #128 of 264 onThe 200+ Best War Movies Of All Time
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- 10Bill Murray, Adam Driver, Tilda SwintonIn the sleepy small town of Centerville, something is not quite right. The moon hangs large and low in the sky, the hours of daylight are becoming unpredictable, and animals are beginning to exhibit unusual behaviors. News reports are scary, and scientists are concerned, but no one foresees the strangest and most dangerous repercussion that will soon start plaguing Centerville: the dead rise from their graves and feast on the living, and the citizens must battle to survive.
11Adam Driver, Jonathan Pryce, Stellan SkarsgårdA disillusioned advertising executive is pulled into a time-jumping fantasy when he is mistaken for Sancho Panza.- #5 of 14 on14 Projects That Took Literal Decades To Make
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12Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts, Adam DriverMiddle-aged filmmaker Josh Srebnick (Ben Stiller) and his wife, Cornelia (Naomi Watts), are happily married, but stuck in a rut. So, when free-spirited couple Jamie (Adam Driver) and Darby (Amanda Seyfried) enter their lives, it's like a breath of fresh air -- especially for Josh, who pines for a youth he wishes he had. Soon, Josh and Cornelia are ditching friends their own age to hang out with the hipsters -- but whether the friendship can endure despite a 20-year age gap remains to be seen.
13Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton, Kirsten DunstThe government and a group of religious extremists pursue a man (Michael Shannon) and his son (Jaeden Lieberher), a young boy who possesses special powers.
14Mia Wasikowska, Adam DriverAccompanied only by her faithful dog and four camels, an Australian (Mia Wasikowska) satisfies her craving for solitude by embarking on a solo trip across the desert from Alice Springs to the Indian Ocean.
15Daniel Radcliffe, Zoe Kazan, Megan ParkA medical-school dropout (Daniel Radcliffe) tries to hide his attraction to his new friend (Zoe Kazan), a bubbly artist who already has a boyfriend.More What If- #8 of 70 onGreat Quirky Movies for Grown-Ups
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16Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Adam DriverIn the ninth installment of the iconic Star Wars saga, Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker, Rey (Daisy Ridley) is at the heart of the action. A force-sensitive scavenger turned Jedi-in-training, she's on a mission to bring balance back to the galaxy. Opposing her is Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), Supreme Leader of the First Order and conflicted son of Han Solo and Leia Organa. Amid epic battles and surprising revelations, stalwarts like Leia (Carrie Fisher) and Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) lend their wisdom. This fast-paced space opera, directed by J.J. Abrams, culminates in an explosive finale that brings a satisfying conclusion to the Skywalker saga.
17Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, John GoodmanIn 1961 New York City, folk singer Llewyn Davis (Oscar Isaac) is at a crossroads. Guitar in hand, he struggles against seemingly insurmountable obstacles to make a name for himself in the music world, but so far, success remains elusive. Relying on the kindness of both friends and strangers, Llewyn embarks on an odyssey that takes him from the streets of Greenwich Village to a Chicago club, where awaits a music mogul who could give him the big break that he desperately needs.More Inside Llewyn Davis- #64 of 106 onGreat Movies That Take Place In The '60s
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The Last Duel
Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie ComerJean de Carrouges is a respected knight known for his bravery and skill on the battlefield. Jacques Le Gris is a squire whose intelligence and eloquence makes him one of the most admired nobles in court. When Le Gris viciously assaults Carrouges' wife, she steps forward to accuse her attacker, an act of bravery and defiance that puts her life in jeopardy. The ensuing trial by combat, a grueling duel to the death, places the fate of all three in God's hands. 
19Greta Gerwig, Mickey Sumner, Michael ZegenFrances (Greta Gerwig) goes from apartment to apartment in Brooklyn as she looks for a job and a stable partner.More Frances Ha- #42 of 58 onThe Best Movies About Millennials (So Far)
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- 20Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Al PacinoWhen Patrizia Reggiani, an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge -- and ultimately murder.
21Leonardo DiCaprio, Naomi Watts, Armie HammerAs head of the FBI for nearly 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover (Leonardo DiCaprio) becomes one of America's most-powerful men. Serving through eight presidents and three wars, Hoover utilizes methods both ruthless and heroic to keep his country safe. Projecting a guarded persona in public and in private, he lets few into his inner circle. Among those closest to him are his protege and constant companion, Clyde Tolson (Armie Hammer), and Helen Gandy (Naomi Watts), his loyal secretary.More J. Edgar
22Joanne Woodward, Adam Driver, Dulé HillGayby is a 2012 American romantic comedy-drama film based on the 2010 short film of the same name. It debuted on March 12, 2012 at the South by Southwest film festival.
23Not Waving But Drowning
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24Bluebird
John Slattery, Margo Martindale, Adam DriverBluebird is a 2013 drama film written and directed by Maine native Lance Edmands. Set and filmed in Northern Maine, it tells the story of how a school bus driver's momentary distraction causes a near-tragedy and affects the whole community. It co-stars Amy Morton, Margo Martindale, John Slattery, Emily Meade, Louisa Krause and Adam Driver. It was filmed in Winter 2012. After opening in limited release on February 27, 2015, it was released on the web on March 1. Edmands finished the first draft of the screenplay in 2009. During the film's production, it received assistance and funding from the Sundance Institute, the San Francisco Film Society and the Swedish Film Institute. It premiered as part of the World Narrative Feature Competition at the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival.- 25Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt, Chloe ColemanAfter a catastrophic crash on an unknown planet, pilot Mills quickly discovers he's actually stranded on Earth -- 65 million years ago. Now, with only one chance at a rescue, Mills and the only other survivor, Koa, must make their way across an unknown terrain riddled with dangerous prehistoric creatures.More 65
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26Adam Driver, Greta Gerwig, Don CheadleWhite Noise is a darkly comedic exploration of an ordinary family's struggle with the pervasive unease of modern life and their attempts to deal with unexpected disasters. Based on Don DeLillo's novel and directed by Noah Baumbach. The film follows the Gladney family, led by professor Jack (Adam Driver) and his wife, Babette (Greta Gerwig) whose life is turned upside down when an 'Airborne Toxic Event' forces them to confront their mortality head-on. White Noise cleverly tackles themes of consumerism, media saturation, and the search for meaning amidst chaos. The film examines how the family must confront the fear of death and the overwhelming saturation of information.More White Noise- #48 of 48 onThe 40+ Best Don Cheadle Movies
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- 27Adam Driver, Penélope Cruz, Shailene WoodleyDuring the summer of 1957, bankruptcy looms over the company that Enzo Ferrari and his wife built 10 years earlier. He decides to roll the dice and wager it all on the iconic Mille Miglia, a treacherous 1,000-mile race across Italy.
