James McAvoy’s career is noteworthy. An actor since adolescence, the Scotsman has participated in successful films and critically acclaimed works.
“The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” “Wanted” and “Speak No Evil” are some of the highlights of McAvoy’s filmography.
How about we explore this actor’s career a little? Below, we have created a list of 8 James McAvoy films available on major streaming services.
Check out the 8 best James McAvoy movies available to stream below.
We have selected titles available on the main streaming services in Brazil: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Max and Telecine.
In the thriller “Split,” James McAvoy plays Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man with 23 distinct personalities. In the plot, he kidnaps and keeps three teenagers trapped in an underground location.
McAvoy has been widely praised for his ability to portray multiple personalities in the same film, displaying an impressive variety of facets.
Written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, “Split” also stars Anya Taylor-Joy.
James McAvoy returns as the same character in the “Split” sequel, “Glass.” In this film, his twenty-fourth personality, “The Beast”, who possesses superhuman powers, is hunted by the indestructible David Dunn (Bruce Willis).
However, both are captured and taken to a psychiatric clinic, where they meet Elijah Price, Mr. Glass (Samuel L. Jackson).
Written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, the film brings Anya Taylor-Joy back to her role and adds Sarah Paulson to the cast.
The thriller “My Son” is the English version of the French film “Mon garçon” (2017). James McAvoy plays Edmond Murray, who receives a phone call from his ex-wife informing him that their son has disappeared during a camping trip. The situation becomes even more distressing when the possibility of kidnapping becomes almost certain.
An interesting aspect of the production is that McAvoy did not receive the film’s script. So, while filming, he had to improvise, discovering events as the story unfolded.
The romantic comedy “Penelope” follows the protagonist (Christina Ricci), a young heiress born with a pig nose due to a curse. To break the spell, she needs to find someone who loves her as she is.
James McAvoy plays Penelope’s love interest, John Martin. The cast also includes Catherine O’Hara, Peter Dinklage, Richard E. Grant and Reese Witherspoon.
Based on the novel by Giles Foden, “The Last King of Scotland” mixes fiction and real events. The film tells the story of the dictatorship of Ugandan president Idi Amin, played by Forest Whitaker, in a role that earned him the Oscar for best actor.
However, the plot follows the perspective of the fictional Scottish doctor Nicholas Garrigan, played by James McAvoy. As soon as he graduated, Nicholas left for Uganda, where he became Idi Amin’s personal doctor.
One of James McAvoy’s most famous film roles is that of the young Professor Charles Xavier in “X-Men: First Class.”
The plot is set in the 1960s and focuses on the relationship between Charles Xavier and Erik Lehnsherr/Magneto (Michael Fassbender), while also exploring the origin of the X-Men group.
The comedy “Garoto Note 10” is an adaptation of a 2003 novel starring James McAvoy, the film is set in the 1980s.
McAvoy plays Brian Jackson, a young man who enters college and tries to join the team competing on a popular TV quiz show. The cast also includes Alice Eve, Rebecca Hall, Catherine Tate, Dominic Cooper, Benedict Cumberbatch, James Corden and Charles Dance.
Directed by Joe Wright (“Pride and Prejudice”), “Atonement” is an adaptation of the novel by Ian McEwan.
Set in three time periods, the film revolves around a false accusation. A young aspiring writer accuses Robbie Turner (James McAvoy), the housekeeper’s son, of molesting her sister.
The cast also includes Keira Knightley, Saoirse Ronan, Romola Garai, Vanessa Redgrave and Benedict Cumberbatch.
The 8 Best Movies Starring James McAvoy to Watch on Netflix and Other Streaming appeared first on Olhar Digital.
Source: Olhar Digital
Rose James is a Gossipify movie and series reviewer known for her in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the latest releases. With a background in film studies, she provides engaging and informative reviews, and keeps readers up to date with industry trends and emerging talents.
