Top 10 Best Will Poulter Movies & Shows

Alejandro G. Inarritu's wilderness epic is known for Leonardo DiCaprio's relentless performance, but Poulter also makes an impression as Jim Bridger. He shows he's capable of more than humor and young roles: he plays it honest, scared but loyal, and holds his own in a film that was physically and emotionally grueling for everyone on set.

Poulter made his Marvel debut as Adam Warlock, a character fans had anticipated for years. He brings just the right mix of power and naivety, proving he can hold his own within an ensemble full of superstars. For Poulter, this marks a new phase: from indie favorite to full-fledged blockbuster face.

In Kathryn Bigelow's harsh reconstruction of the 1967 Detroit riots, Poulter plays a violent, racist police officer. It's an unsettling role, and perhaps his boldest choice. He creates someone you hate, yet still feel is human. It earned him a great deal of praise, because he isn't afraid to be ugly and confrontational.

One of the roles that made him internationally known. Poulter plays the awkward teenager Kenny, who gets swept up in a bizarre fake-family road trip. He proves his sense of timing, physical comedy, and charm. The tarantula scene remains legendary, and his name has stuck in Hollywood ever since.

Ari Aster's macabre folk-horror film is packed with unease. Poulter plays Mark, the skeptical, sometimes irritating friend who provides levity and sarcasm, but also experiences the horror up close. His contribution balances horror with dark humor, showing how versatile he can be within an ensemble.

This acclaimed Hulu series about the opioid crisis shows Poulter in a serious, mature role. As Dr. Samuel Finnix's young partner, he represents the new generation of doctors caught up in the system. His performance is empathetic and honest, earning him widespread recognition once again, including an Emmy nomination.

The interactive Netflix film was an experiment, and Poulter plays Colin Ritman, a mysterious game designer who pulls the protagonist into a world of choices and chaos. His performance is enigmatic, sometimes ominous, but always gripping. He stuck with many viewers as the intriguing heart of this unique format.

Poulter's debut film, in which he already shows all his charisma and energy as teenager Lee Carter. It's a charming ode to childhood films and imagination, in which he plays a boy who wants to film his own action epic with a friend. For many, the start of a career that only kept getting stronger.

In the first film, Poulter plays Gally, a strong counterforce to the protagonist. He starts as an antagonist but gradually develops more layers. It was a major young-adult franchise and gave him a lot of visibility with a young audience.

A small but notable British indie film in which Poulter shows he can sing and bring musicality to drama. Alongside Naomi Ackie, he stars in a story full of crime and romance. It proves he isn't afraid to experiment, even outside the major studios. Will Poulter is an actor who refuses to stay boxed in. From comedic teens to Marvel superhero, from indie dramas to groundbreaking series: he keeps surprising with his choices. With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 as his new calling card and a resume full of strong titles, his versatility seems to be the key to a long career.

Poulter in a Netflix drama about gambling addiction and secrets. An emotionally intense family film.