In the past few years, Ryan Reynolds has managed to make a name for himself as an actor capable of handling various roles. He first made waves when he starred as Michael Bergen in “Two Guys and a Girl” and then in his role as George Lutz in “The Amityville Horror”. From there, Reynolds transitioned to more mature roles, landing supporting roles in movies like “Van Wilder.”
Now, as one of the hottest actors around, Reynolds has played numerous leading roles in some pretty big productions. As such, his filmography is pretty lengthy. It’s not easy figuring out which movies you can watch online. This article lists all the Ryan Reynolds movies on Netflix, so you can watch them anytime you want!
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Deadpool
Director: Tim Miller
Writer: Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
IMDB Rating: 8.0
Runtime: 1 hr.48 mins
It is a 2016 superhero movie centered on the same-named Marvel Comics character. It is the eighth installment in the X-Men movie franchise. The film was a massive success. It grossed $782 million vs. a budget of $58 million, making it the ninth-highest-earning movie of 2016 and busting previous records. In addition, critics lauded Reynolds’ performance, the film’s style and fidelity to the comics, and its fight scenes.
Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) is a longtime Special Forces agent turned mercenary. His world falls apart when the cruel scientist Ajax tortures, disfigures and converts him into Deadpool.
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The Adam Project
Director: Shawn Levy
Writer: Jonathan Tropper, T.S. Nowlin, Jennifer Flackett
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
IMDB Rating: 6.7
Runtime: 1 hr.46 mins
It’s a sci-fi action comedy movie with a one-night-only cinema run on March 9, 2022, following its digital launch on Netflix on March 11. The film was met with mixed reactions, with critics praising the cast.
After crashing-landing in 2022, time-traveling military pilot Adam(Reynolds) joins forces with his 12-year-old self to protect the future.
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6 Underground
Director: Michael Bay
Writer: Paul Wernick, Rhett Reese
Genre: Action, Thriller
IMDB Rating: 6.1
Runtime: 2hrs.8 mins
It is a 2019 action thriller launched by Netflix. The movie is among the most costly Netflix original, with a spending plan of $150 million. It got mixed feedback, with admiration for Reynolds’ performance and action scenes but criticism for the film’s direction and duration.
It’s a story about six people, including Reynolds, picked from all over the world. They all are selected not just for their talents but their wish to alter their past and future.
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Self/less
Director: Tarsem Singh
Writer: Àlex Pastor, David Pastor
Genre: Action, Mystery, Sci-fi
IMDB Rating: 6.5
Runtime: 1 hr.57 mins
It is a 2015 sci-fi action thriller movie that was well-received by critics. Despite a $26 million production budget, the movie made $12 million in North America and $30 million globally.
It’s a story of a dying real estate investor who has his consciousness transferred into a young, fit body(Reynolds). But he soon learns that both the procedure and the corporation that conducted it are not what they appear to be.
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Red Notice
Director: Rawson Marshall Thurber
Writer: Rawson Marshall Thurber
Genre: Action, Comedy, Thriller
IMDB Rating: 6.3
Runtime: 1 hr.58 mins
It is an action comedy film that had a limited cinema run on November 5, 2021, before being available digitally on Netflix on November 12, 2021. Critics gave it mediocre reactions, but it was the most-viewed movie in its first weekend. It was also the fifth most-streamed film title in 2021.
A Red Notice granted by Interpol is a worldwide alert to find and detain the world’s most wanted individuals. But they don’t know what’s coming when an adventurous heist puts together the FBI’s agent (Johnson) and two thieves (Gadot, Reynolds).
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Just Friends
Director: Roger Kumble
Writer: Adam ‘Tex’ Davis
Genre: Comedy, Romance
IMDB Rating: 6.2
Runtime: 1 hr.36 mins
It is a Christmas comedy film launched on November 23, 2005, and wigged more than $50 million. The film received both favorable and unfavorable reviews from critics.
On a Christmas trip to his town, a man(Reynolds) runs into his old crush from high school, with whom he had always been best friends — a woman whose refusal of him transformed him into a savage womanizer.
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Mississippi Grind
Director: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck
Writer: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck
Genre: Comedy, Drama
IMDB Rating: 6.4
Runtime: 1 hr.48 mins
Mississippi Grind is a comedy-drama released on September 25, 2015. The film received mostly favorable ratings from critics who praised the tone and cast performances. In addition, it garnered NBR Award for Top Ten Independent Films.
Gerry, unlucky and experiencing financial difficulties, joins forces with Curtis(Reynolds), a younger poker player, to turn around his luck. The pair plans a road trip through the South, hoping to reclaim what has been lost.
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Safe House
Director: Daniel Espinosa
Writer: David Guggenheim
Genre: Action, Thriller
IMDB Rating: 6.7
Runtime: 1 hr.55 mins
It is an American action film that premiered in theatres on February 10, 2012. The film received blended feedback, with Washington and Reynolds’ performances receiving appreciation. Despite this, Safe House was a smash hit, grossing $208 million globally against a budget of $85 million.
It’s a story about a CIA agent(Reynolds) assigned to watch over a fugitive in a safe house. But he is forced to flee with his command when the safe house is infiltrated.
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The Voices
Director: Marjane Satrapi
Writer: Michael R. Perry
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Fantasy
IMDB Rating: 6.3
Runtime: 1 hr.43 mins
It is a 2014 comedy horror launched in the United States on February 6, 2015. Critics gave it excellent feedback, with many praising Reynolds’ performance. Furthermore, Reynolds received a Fright Meter Award for Best Actor.
Its story revolves around a loveable man(Reynolds) who seeks his office crush with the assistance of his evil chatting pets. But things take a devilish flip when she refuses.
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Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard
Director: Patrick Hughes
Writer: Tom O’Connor, Phillip Murphy
Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime
IMDB Rating: 6.1
Runtime: 1 hr.40 mins
It is an American action movie, launched on August 18, 2017, in the US and racked up $176 million at the box office. Critics lauded Reynolds and Jackson’s performances, chemistry, and fight scenes.
Michael(Reynolds), the bodyguard, maintains his connection with executioner Darius Kincaid as they attempt to rescue Darius’ wife, Sonia.
