Harry Styles' Four Movies Ranked: From Marvel Cameo to War Epic
The pop star's brief Hollywood journey spans just four films, but the quality gap between his worst and best performances reveals surprising range. From a forgettable superhero appearance to a Christopher Nolan masterpiece.
The former One Direction member has built a short but varied filmography since transitioning to acting. His four movie appearances show wildly different results, ranging from barely-there cameos to genuinely compelling performances that surprised critics and audiences alike.
Marvel's Forgotten Brother
Styles entered the superhero universe through a brief post-credits appearance as Eros in the poorly received cosmic adventure. His role as Thanos' brother lasted mere seconds, offering little more than a smile before the screen went dark. The film's commercial and critical failure meant his character never developed beyond this introduction.
With zero dialogue and minimal screen time, this Marvel debut ranks as his weakest film contribution. The movie itself struggled with a 6.2 IMDb rating and 47% on Rotten Tomatoes, earning $402mn worldwide despite mixed reception.
Period Drama Struggles
The 2022 romance drama cast Styles as Tom Burgess, a closeted police officer in 1950s Britain caught between duty and desire. Based on Bethan Roberts' novel, the film explored forbidden love through a complex triangle involving Emma Corrin and Gina McKee.
Critics split on his performance. Some praised his earnest approach, while others felt he was overcompensating with forced accent work and rigid posture. The result felt mechanical rather than natural, showing a newcomer still learning his craft. The film scored 6.6 on IMDb with a 44% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
Psychological Thriller Chaos
Olivia Wilde's directorial effort became infamous for behind-the-scenes drama involving Shia LaBeouf's departure and reported conflicts between cast members. Styles played Jack Chambers opposite Florence Pugh's Alice in this mind-bending suburban nightmare.
As Alice discovers disturbing truths about their seemingly perfect community, Jack's character becomes increasingly sinister. Critics noted Styles delivered genuinely unsettling moments, though he couldn't match Pugh's powerhouse performance. The production controversies overshadowed the film, which earned $87mn globally with a 38% Rotten Tomatoes score.
War Movie Excellence
Christopher Nolan's 2017 World War II epic remains Styles' career highlight. Playing Alex, a desperate soldier stranded on the French beach during the famous evacuation, he disappeared completely into the role. No celebrity persona, no musical background - just raw survival instinct.
Nolan stripped away glamour and relied on facial expressions and physical acting rather than dialogue. The result was convincing terror from a young man facing death. Critics praised how naturally he blended with the ensemble cast, never standing out as a pop star playing soldier.
The film dominated both critically and commercially, earning $526mn worldwide with a 92% Rotten Tomatoes score and 7.8 IMDb rating. It proved Styles could act when given the right material and direction.