Ryan Gosling has been fortunate enough to star in a wide range of roles in some spectacular films. He’s shown he can sing and dance in a musical number, proved he’s as funny as any comedian and he's carried heavy dramas with ease. Ryan Gosling’s charm, charisma and instantly likable presence have helped him win over fans around the world and shatter records at the box office. He’s not just a handsome face with a great smile, he's also one of the best actors working today.

Swipe ahead for the greatest Ryan Gosling performances.

La La Land (2016)

Ryan Gosling delights in this Academy Award-winning musical alongside Emma Stone. It’s a story about love, pursuing your dreams and realizing that you don’t always meet the right person at the right time. Prepare to get all these songs stuck in your head.

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The Nice Guys (2016)

The Nice Guys might be the best buddy copy movie in the last decade. Ryan Gosling and Russel Crowe make the perfect team in Shane Black’s 1970’s action-packed comedic mystery. If there was ever a Ryan Gosling movie that’s itching for a sequel, this is it.

Photography: Warner Bros. Pictures

Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011)

Steve Carrell and Ryan Gosling take a deep dive into the highs and lows of modern dating in this rom-com with a twist you’ll never see coming. Crazy, Stupid, Love was the first movie to pair Gosling with Emma Stone and their chemistry is undeniable. If you’re looking to fall in love with the characters on-screen, this movie’s for you.

Photography: Warner Bros. Pictures

Barbie (2023)

Barbie shattered box office records thanks to Margot Robbie’s brilliant portrayal of the titular character, Greta Gurwig’s uncompromising vision and Ryan Gosling being the world’s perfect Ken. Barbie’s the star of the movie, but Ken goes on an equally important journey. In the end, Ryan Gosling is more than enough.

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Blue Valentine (2010)

If you’re in the mood for a happy love story, Blue Valentine is not the movie for you. This brutal and bleak exploration of love is anchored by one of Gosling’s most powerful performances. Break out the tissues, Blue Valentine will break your heart.

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Lars and the Real Girl (2007)

Lars and the Real Girl stars Ryan Gosling as an awkward, but charming young man who struggles to find love until he orders a doll off the internet. It’s a story about the desire to love and be loved, even if your partner is plastic. Ryan takes a movie that could be a joke and turns it into something real.

Photography: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

Blade Runner 2047 is a stylish sequel with immersive cinematography and special effects that are supported by a stellar performance from Ryan Gosling. The film goes beyond just exploring robots and tackles larger issues like environmental collapse and loneliness. It’s also yet another movie where Ryan Gosling wears a cool jacket.

Photography: Warner Bros. Pictures

The Big Short (2015)

Don’t expect The Big Short to explain the 2007-2008 financial crisis. If anything, you’re probably just going to wind up feeling more confused about how something like that could ever happen. The only thing you can feel safe investing in is Ryan Gosling’s winning smile.

Photography: Paramount Pictures

Drive (2011)

Drive is one of Ryan Gosling’s most iconic roles, in no small part thanks to a certain scorpion jacket. The 2011 action film is a simple story told extremely well with an unforgettable performance from Ryan Gosling, where he doesn't speak much. He plays a criminal stuntman with a heart of gold, it’s a ride you’ll never be able to refuse.

Photography: FilmDistrict

The Notebook (2004)

The Notebook is one of the greatest romantic films of all time thanks to a breathtaking performance from Ryan Gosling. This beautiful story hits all the right notes and is endlessly rewatchable for anyone who still believes in true love. If you’re not crying by the end, you might want to check your pulse to see if you’re still alive.

Photography: New Line Cinema