Tom Holland’s 10 Best Movies And TV Shows

Though he has solidified himself as a superstar in Hollywood thanks to his superhero movies and other blockbuster franchises, Tom Holland’s best movies and TV shows showcase an impressive career that is just getting started. Holland was born in London, England, on June 1, 1996. It didn’t take long for him to start pursuing a career in acting, with his leading performance in the stage musical of Billy Elliot in 2008, quickly followed by his acclaimed debut movie performance in 2012’s The Impossible.

Since then, Holland has become a household name, mostly due to his winning performance as Peter Parker, aka Spider-Man, in the MCU movies. However, as much as that role has given Holland some of his best movies, he has also pushed himself beyond that role into other exciting projects. Holland’s upcoming slate is as exciting as ever with Spider-Man: Brand New Day as well as the star-studded Christopher Nolan epic The Odyssey.

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The Devil All The Time (2020)

As Arvin Russell

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The Devil All The Time

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Thriller

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5/10

Release Date

September 16, 2020

Runtime

138 minutes

Director

Antonio Campos

Writers

Paulo Campos, Antonio Campos

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Though Tom Holland is mostly known for his crowd-pleasing work in superhero movies and action adventures, the actor has shown a willingness to take on more challenging and darker material. Such is certainly the case with The Devil All the Time, in which Holland leads a star-studded cast in a gripping crime thriller. The actor stars as Arvin Russell, a young man living in an isolated rural community who finds himself pulled into a dark showdown with a corrupt new preacher (Robert Pattinson).

The Devil All the Time finds several grim and violent storylines intersecting with an ensemble that includes Sebastian Stan, Bill Skarsgård, and Riley Keough. However, it is Holland who is really the star of the movie, turning in a performance that is full of the young innocence he has shown in previous roles while also bringing a dark underbelly that grows over the course of the movie. It is a tense and disturbing odyssey that keeps you gripped the entire time.

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Onward (2020)

As Ian Lightfoot

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Onward

PG

Comedy

Animation

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9/10

Release Date

March 6, 2020

Runtime

103 minutes

Director

Dan Scanlon

Writers

Dan Scanlon

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Tom Holland and his fellow MCU costar, Chris Pratt, jumped over to another successful Disney property, lending their voices to Pixar’s Onward. The animated adventure takes place in a reality in which the legends of magic were actually true and led to a modern society where mythical creatures, wizards, and other fantasy elements live together. Holland and Pratt star as two elf brothers who set out on a quest to complete a magic spell that will allow their late father to return for a brief time.

While Onward continues the Disney trope of dead parents, it also finds some new ways to approach it that end up being quite touching. While the fantasy world that the movie takes place in feels a little like wasted potential, it is the story of the brotherly bond that makes for the highlight of Onward, especially with the fun chemistry between Holland and Pratt.

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The Crowded Room (2023)

As Danny Sullivan

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The Crowded Room

TV-MA

Drama

Thriller

10/10

Release Date

2023 – 2023-00-00

Showrunner

Akiva Goldsman

Directors

Brady Corbet, Mona Fastvold, Kornél Mundruczó, Alan Taylor

Writers

Akiva Goldsman

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In Tom Holland’s most recent project, the actor stepped into the television world for a project that was much different from what he had done before. The Crowded Room is a true-crime miniseries set in New York City in 1979. Holland stars as Danny Sullivan, a young man who is arrested for a brutal crime. As he is interrogated by an investigator (Amanda Seyfried), Danny looks back over past events and gradually comes to terms with a life-altering reality he had previously been blind to.

While the 10-episode miniseries received a mixed response from critics, Holland’s performance was highlighted as the best part of the show. He is given the daunting task of bringing this complex character to life, but Holland shows new sides of his talent, guiding the audience through the tricky developments with a grounded and nuanced performance. He was nominated for a Critics’ Choice Award for his performance.

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Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)

Peter Parker / Spider-Man

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Spider-Man: Far from Home

PG-13

Adventure

Action

Sci-Fi

Superhero

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7/10

8.3/10

Release Date

July 2, 2019

Runtime

129 Minutes

Director

Jon Watts

Writers

Erik Sommers, Chris McKenna

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    Peter Parker / Spider-Man

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Tom Holland had the honor of leading the first MCU movie post-Avengers: Endgame, and while the cinematic universe has stumbled since that epic culmination, Spider-Man: Far From Home managed to deliver a really fun time. The second MCU Spider-Man movie finds Peter Parker overcome with losing Tony Stark and wanting to briefly escape the superhero life during a school trip to Europe. However, his relaxation plans are interrupted by the arrival of Nick Fury and a multiverse hero known as Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal).

The movie doesn’t quite capture the charm of Holland’s first solo Spider-Man movie, with it leaning into the comedic adventure too much at times. However, it is still a very funny movie, with the relationship between Peter and MJ (Zendaya) being one of the most entertaining aspects of the story. Gyllenhaal also makes for a wonderful addition as his Mysterio delivers another terrific villain twist in the story, as well as a memorable post-credit scene.

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Locke (2014)

As Eddie Locke

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Locke

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Thriller

Release Date

April 25, 2014

Runtime

84 Minutes

Director

Steven Knight

Producers

Guy Heeley, Joe Wright, Paul Webster, Stuart Ford, David Jourdan

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    Ivan Locke

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While fans won’t see Tom Holland in this movie, he is still a pivotal part of this ambitious drama. Locke stars Tom Hardy as a family man and businessman who, on the eve of a big job, is forced to leave his work behind, break his plans with his family, and make a drive to confront a dark secret that is now impossible to hide. What makes Locke unique is that the entire movie is set in this car, with Hardy as the only actor on screen, simply having phone conversations with various people as he drives.

Holland provides the voice of Hardy’s son, who gradually begins to realize there is something serious going on. Even with just his voice performance, Holland brings depth to the character​​​​​​, and he joins a voice cast that includes Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman. However, Locke is truly Hardy’s movie as he delivers a commanding yet reserved performance as a man whose life is coming apart but maintains a sense of morals.

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The Impossible (2012)

As Lucas Bennett

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The Impossible

PG-13

Drama

History

Thriller

10/10

Release Date

September 9, 2012

Runtime

114 Minutes

Director

J.A. Baynona

Writers

Sergio G. Sánchez, María Belón

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In his feature film debut, Tom Holland delivers a powerful performance in helping to tell the harrowing true story of The Impossible. Naomi Watts and Ewan McGregor star as parents who vacation with their three sons in Thailand only for their resort to be struck by the tsunami that devastated the country in 2004. In the aftermath of the wave and the ensuing chaos, the scattered family members fight to survive and reunite.

Holland is remarkable as the family’s oldest son, Lucas, who finds his inner hero during the disaster as he not only seeks out his own family but is determined to help others. It is a powerful drama that tells the incredible story of a real family who survived this ordeal, but it is also a reminder of the lives lost in this tragedy. Holland was nominated for several critics’ awards for his astonishing performance as a child actor.

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Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)

As Peter Parker / Spider-Man

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Spider-Man: Homecoming

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Action

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8.4/10

Release Date

July 7, 2017

Runtime

133 minutes

Director

Jon Watts

Writers

Chris McKenna, John Francis Daley, Jonathan Goldstein, Christopher Ford, Erik Sommers, Jon Watts

Producers

Avi Arad, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Matt Tolmach, Patricia Whitcher, Stan Lee, Victoria Alonso, Amy Pascal

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Sequel(s)

Spider-Man: Far from Home, Spider-Man: No Way Home

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Spider-Man

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After making his very successful MCU debut in Captain America: Civil War, Tom Holland was given the chance to headline his own movie with Spider-Man: Homecoming. Taking place in the aftermath of Civil War, the movie finds Peter Parker attempting to prove himself worthy of becoming an Avenger while also juggling his responsibilities as a high school student. Meanwhile, he faces off with a new formidable enemy in the blue-collar yet high-tech thief known as Vulture (Michael Keaton).

While Holland showed plenty of charm and humor in his debut, his solo adventure really cements the fact that he is an exceptional choice to play Spider-Man. The movie also wisely does what other Spider-Man movies failed to do, which is make it feel like a high school sory. The entire ensemble is terrific, with Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, and Keaton as the standouts.

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Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

As Peter Parker / Spider-Man

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Avengers: Infinity War

PG-13

Adventure

Action

Science Fiction

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6/10

105

9.2/10

Release Date

April 27, 2018

Runtime

149 minutes

Director

Anthony Russo, Joe Russo

Writers

Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely

Producers

Chris Castaldi, James Gunn, Jon Favreau, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Stan Lee, Victoria Alonso, Alan Fine

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    Tony Stark / Iron Man

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    Steve Rogers / Captain America

Prequel(s)

The Avengers, Avengers: Age of Ultron

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MCU

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It is hard to count Avengers: Endgame as a Tom Holland movie given his brief screen time. However, even with the packed ensemble of Avengers: Infinity War, Holland manages to stand out among his fellow superheroes. The movie allows Thanos to truly step into the spotlight for the first time and prove he is a formidable villain. Meanwhile, the scattered Avengers attempt to stop him, with Peter Parker joining Tony Stark, Doctor Strange, and the Guardians of the Galaxy in space.

The movie is a darker and more intense Avengers experience, especially with the villain getting more screen time than most of the heroes. However, it is also a thrilling adventure with a lot of humor. That makes way for one of the most devastating gut punches in the MCU with Infinity War’s closing moments. However, as heartbreaking as the entire sequence is, Holland’s performance is what really brings the house down.

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Captain America: Civil War (2016)

As Peter Parker / Spider-Man

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Captain America: Civil War

PG-13

Adventure

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8/10

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8.6/10

Release Date

May 6, 2016

Runtime

147 minutes

Director

Anthony Russo, Joe Russo

Writers

Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely

Producers

Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Patricia Whitcher, Stan Lee, Victoria Alonso, Alan Fine

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Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America: The First Avenger

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Marvel

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Tom Holland made his much-anticipated MCU debut in Captain America: Civil War, quickly proving himself a great choice for the iconic role. Captain America: Civil War finds the Avengers divided over a proposed plan to register all superheroes so there is some accountability for the damage they cause. While this pits Steve Rogers and Tony Stark at odds, the emergence of the Winter Soldier complicates things further with the heroes facing off.

While the movie is a thrilling globe-trotting superhero thriller, one of the most crowd-pleasing scenes is Tony visiting Queens and recruiting young Peter Parker. Holland has the perfect mix of smart-aleck humor, excited naivety, and unstoppable heroism. He is one part of a very big superhero story, but Holland really makes his mark. The movie itself has been hailed as one of the MCU’s best while also delivering one of the most emotional climaxes.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

As Peter Parker / Spider-Man

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Spider-Man: No Way Home

PG-13

Superhero

Action

Adventure

Fantasy

134

8.9/10

Release Date

December 17, 2021

Runtime

148 Minutes

Director

Jon Watts

Writers

Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Stan Lee, Steve Ditko

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The third Spider-Man movie in the MCU not only ended up being Tom Holland’s best Spider-Man outing but also a celebration of the Spider-Man legacy on the big screen. With Peter Parker dealing with the aftermath of his identity being exposed to the world, he seeks Doctor Strange’s help to reshape reality only to bring in some unexpected guests from across the multiverse, including a couple of fellow Spider-Men.

While the MCU’s multiverse storyline has been controversial for many, there was no denying the fun of seeing Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire step into the MCU as their respective versions of Spider-Man. However, with those two actors returning, it is all the more impressive that Holland manages to truly shine in the role, going to some emotional places he has never reached with this character before. It also sets the stage for an exciting and very different Spider-Man 4.

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