Andrew Garfield has grown and evolved over the years as an actor since he began his journey in the early-2000s. He quickly became a fan favorite when he gained mysterious spidey-powers when he became the new face of Spider-Man in 2012. Garfield was able to show off his versatility as an actor since then, playing characters that have tugged at audiences heart strings. He has even worked with some big directors like Martin Scorsese, Andy Serkis, and Lin-Manuel Miranda. Garfield has become a megastar in his own right throughout the different films he has been involved in.
There's a guarantee whenever Garfield is attached to a project — and that's no matter if it's a big or small part — that he will show immense commitment and dedication to the role. He truly embodies the character, and sometimes he becomes unrecognizable in his part of the film. No matter if he is taking on the stage or even appearing on the small screen, Garfield has become one of the most lovable and hardworking actors in the industry. The proven actor is something of a chameleon when it comes to taking on a role, so here's 10 of his most lovable movie characters.
10 Anton — The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus
The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus was the first feature film that Garfield appeared in alongside an ensemble cast, including Meryl Streep, Tom Cruise, Robert Redford, Johnny Depp, Jude Law, Colin Farrell, and Heath Ledger before he passed. Garfield played Anton, who was a member in a traveling theater company who gave audiences performances that were unexpected. He was able to bring his stage experience to the part of Anton that made his part more fantastical and hard to forget.
9 Sam — Under the Silver Lake
Garfield plays Sam, who thinks there is more to the sudden disappearance of his neighbor Sarah, so he starts his own investigation. Under the Silver Lake wasn't very well received and seemed to have critics divided by the thriller with the dark comedy edge. However, it was safe to say that Garfield's performance was the saving grace of the film as he embraced the weirdness that came with it. Empire Magazine says that Garfield was drawn to the film as it tried to reinvent the horror genre, which is very rare to see in a script in Hollywood.
8 Dennis Nash — 99 Homes
99 Homes allowed Garfield to be the leading man in a film where he didn't wear a superhero suit. Dennis Nash is an unemployed single father, who's trying to get back his mother's foreclosed house and put food on the table for his son. It's a heartbreaking film where Garfield's character is put in a difficult situation time and time again. His journey as a struggling father is an emotional one as he forces people out of their homes after the same event happened to him. Garfield portrays humiliation and remorse at all times while conveying the message that money doesn't always equal happiness.
7 Tommy — Never Let Me Go
Three friends, Ruth, Kathy, and Tommy, live together in an English boarding school in Never Let Me Go. The movie is based on a book of the same name and stars a talented cast, including Keira Knightley, Carey Mulligan, and Garfield. The children living in the school are meant to be organ donors and are destined to die in early adulthood. At a very young age, these kids are forced to come to terms with death as it was already predetermined for them. Garfield was attracted to this idea of how each person has a choice to wake up each day and think what do they want to do to make each day unique.
6 Rodrigues — Silence
Martin Scorsese directed Silence, which allowed Garfield to give one of his best performances today. He plays a Jesuit priest, Father Rodrigues, who travels with Father Garupe as they try to find their mentor Ferreira. Garfield spent a year with a Jesuit priest as if he was training for priesthood. The Scorsese film really hit home for critics who found Garfield to be the most compelling character. Not only did the film have a profound impact on Garfield, but also audiences as it allowed people to question a relationship with someone or something greater than themselves.
5 Eduardo Saverin — The Social Network
Garfield's performance as Eduardo Saverin in The Social Network was the spark that lit the flame for his career. The film tells the story of a group of college students that created Facebook, and the lawsuits that happened after the social network platform took off. Eduardo was a co-founder with Zuckerberg who tried to force him out. Zuckerberg was portrayed as neurotic, whereas Eduardo was level-headed and had the only redemptive story arc. Garfield praises the director, David Fincher, who as Screen Rant says, required several takes of a scene until they were able to get the right one, which is why it's one of the best movies of 2010s.
4 Robin Cavendish — Breathe
Breathe was another challenging role that Garfield took on. Robin Cavendish is a victim of polio and is paralyzed by age 28. Garfield really committed to this role as he spent a ton of time doing research on polio. The fact that the character was based on a real person only added more value to his role. He was able to meet others with his character's condition and get to know where someone like that would find their strength and hope. Director Andy Serkis praised Garfield for being so versatile and charismatic which made his portrayal of Robin feel so truthful.
3 Desmond Doss — Hacksaw Ridge
Desmond Doss is a soldier who received a Medal of Honor without ever firing a weapon in Hacksaw Ridge. Garfield was extremely passionate about this role as he wanted as many people to know this man's story. The film shows the horrors of war with bloody and brutal action sequences that director Mel Gibson made sure he showed. Garfield's character is gentle in the film which provides a huge contrast to the dark violence. Desmond saves almost 100 men from the battlefield regardless of who they are fighting for, and each time said a prayer to help him find the strength.
2 Jonathan Larson — tick, tick...BOOM!
tick, tick...BOOM! tells the story of Jonathan Larson who's a theater composer. The movie also proves that Garfield can sing and even play piano. Directed by Hamilton creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda, the film brings a musical within a musical that shows Larson's creative failures until he creates the show Rent shooting him to fame. Garfield was able to bring the mannerisms of the actual Larson to life in a passionate performance.
1 Spider-Man / Peter Parker — The Amazing Spider-Man
Becoming Spider-Man made Garfield a household name that shot his career forward. He portrayed the student turned superhero as the head of the new Amazing Spider-Man franchise until all sequels were put on hold. Garfield's portrayal of Peter Parker was nerdy with sarcastic quips and charm. TV Over Mind describes his version of the web slinging hero as not being that much different from the others, but the actor looked to be more at home than them and had strong chemistry with Gwen Stacy making their relationship feel authentic.
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