Jude Law: 8 films featuring the actor to watch on Netflix, Max and more

Jude Law: 8 films featuring the actor to watch on Netflix, Max and more

With a notable career in film, theater and television, English actor Jude Law is, without a doubt, one of the biggest names in Hollywood today.

Throughout his career, he has accumulated awards and nominations in different fields, and his main achievement was the BAFTA for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in “The Talented Ripley”.

In film, Law played Dr. Watson in the “Sherlock Holmes” films and played Albus Dumbledore in the “Fantastic Beasts” series. On television, he stood out in the series “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew”.

How about learning more about Jude Law’s career? Below we list 8 of the actor’s films available on streaming services.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew / Credits: Disney+ (disclosure)

Jude Law: 8 films featuring the actor to watch on Netflix, Max and more

Black Sea (2014)

Black Sea (2014)
Black Sea (2014) / Credit: Stage 6 Films (disclosure)

thriller “Black Sea” stars Jude Law. The actor plays Captain Robinson, a man with several years of experience in submarines. I don’t understand him getting an unexpected dismissal. However, he has the opportunity to save the lost Nazi gold at the bottom of the Black Sea.

The Reward (2013)

The Reward (2013)
Dom Hemingway (2013) / Credit: Lionsgate (disclosure)

Jude Law plays a burglar in the crime comedy “The Reward.” The actor plays Dom Hemingway, a skilled safecracker who spent years in prison.

As soon as he is released, he returns to the streets of London to collect his reward for remaining silent. The cast also includes Richard E. Grant and Emilia Clarke.

The Queen’s Game (2023)

The Queen's Game (2023)
Firebrand (2023) / Credit: MetFilm Distribution (disclosure)

Directed by Brazilian Karim Aïnouz, “The Queen’s Game” is a historical drama based on the novel by Elizabeth Fremantle.

Jude Law plays the infamous and controversial Henry VIII, King of England. However, the film focuses on Katherine Parr, the monarch’s sixth wife, played by Alicia Vikander.

In the plot, Katherine is appointed regent while the king leads his army into France. However, with the return of the increasingly paranoid Henry VIII, Katherine fights to ensure her survival.

AI – Artificial Intelligence (2001)

AI - Artificial Intelligence (2001)
Artificial Intelligence AI (2001) / Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures (disclosure)

Directed by Steven Spielberg, “AI – Artificial Intelligence” is a science fiction drama set in a futuristic society.

The plot follows a child-like robot (Haley Joel Osment) programmed to love his “parents.” However, after being rejected by his adoptive family, the android embarks on a journey to become a true human.

Jude Law has a major role as Gigolo Joe, an android designed to seduce, who becomes the protagonist’s ally.

AI - Artificial Intelligence (2001)
Artificial Intelligence AI (2001) / Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures (disclosure)

Gattaca – The genetic experiment (1997)

Gattaca - The genetic experiment (1997)
Gattaca (1997) / Credits: Sony Pictures Releasing (advertising)

The science fiction “Gattaca – The Genetic Experiment” is set in a eugenic future. Individuals who are born through genetic engineering, selecting the “best” hereditary characteristics of their parents, are considered “valid” and occupy the main positions and professions.

The story follows Vincent (Ethan Hawke), who dreams of having a career in space, but, because he was born naturally, he is considered “invalid.”

Gattaca - The genetic experiment (1997)
Gattaca (1997) / Credits: Sony Pictures Releasing (advertising)

However, Vincent has a chance to change his fate by posing as a “valid” using genetic samples from former swimmer Jerome Eugene Morrow (Jude Law), who was paralyzed after being run over.

Cold Mountain (2003)

Cold Mountain (2003)
Cold Mountain (2003) / Credits: Miramax Films (disclosure)

Based on the best-selling novel by Charles Frazier, “Cold Mountain” is an acclaimed drama directed by Anthony Minghella.

Jude Law plays Inman, a Confederate soldier during the American Civil War. Wounded, he decides to abandon his unit and return to his home and the woman he loves (played by Nicole Kidman).

For his performance in this film, Jude Law received an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

Ripley’s Talent (1999)

Ripley's Talent (1999)
The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) / Credit: Miramax International (disclosure)

The film that brought recognition to Jude Law was the hit “The Talented Ripley”. For his performance, the actor won the BAFTA for Best Supporting Actor and received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

Matt Damon stars in the film as Tom Ripley, a con man sent to Italy to convince spoiled playboy Dickie Greenleaf, played by Jude Law, to return home.

Written and directed by Anthony Minghella (“The English Patient”), the film is based on the novel by Patricia Highsmith.

Closer – Perto Demais (2004)

Closer - Too Close (2004)
Closer (2004) / Credit: Sony Pictures Releasing (disclosure)

The acclaimed drama “Closer” features a stellar cast including Jude Law, Julia Roberts, Natalie Portman and Clive Owen. They play characters immersed in complex relationships. Law plays the writer Dan Woolf.

Directed by Mike Nichols, the film is written by Patrick Marber, who adapted his play of the same name for the screen.

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