Tom Holland’s move from stage actor in Billy Elliot to a top star in Hollywood is quite the tale. Be it swinging in New York as Spider-Man or in dark, deep roles, Holland aims to grow past just action.
Yet not all films hit the mark. Some make us talk about good things—others don’t. Let’s look at five key Tom Holland films, from best to those less good.
5. Spider-Man: No Way Home – A Tale of Legacy and Loss
If there’s one Tom Holland film that stands out, it’s Spider-Man: No Way Home. More than just a hero film, it turned into a real event, mixing three ages of Spider-Men in a rich tale. Holland as Peter Parker faces his edge, dealing with loss, right and wrong, and what it means to be a hero.
The film’s high point comes with Aunt May’s line: “With great power there must also come great responsibility.” It’s a shift that redefines Peter’s path and makes the show real. Yes, some say the film holds on to the past too much, but it stirred fans a lot. The cheers, the tears—it’s a film that marks a time in pop culture.
4. Spider-Man: Homecoming – The Start of a New Time
This film is where folks met Tom Holland’s take on Spider-Man. Homecoming isn’t just powers—it’s about the tough bits of a teen with powers. Holland gets the mix of odd, love, and fun that makes Peter Parker like us. Not like past films that were sad or just action, Homecoming shows a real school life. It’s light, fun, and full of charm. Holland’s young vibe made the role fresh and like a cool but nerdy kid next door.
3. Cherry – Bold, Raw, and Mixed
With Cherry, Holland tried new things. By the Russo brothers, the film is about a young man back from war, suffering from PTSD, need, and crime. It’s a bold role, and Holland does his best—his hard work shows.
But the film itself is a bit all over. Some said the style was too much at times, pulling from the deep points. Yet, Cherry is key in Holland’s work because it shows he’s ready to try new things and face the rough parts.
2. Uncharted – Big Plans, Some Fun
On paper, Uncharted looked set for big things: a hit game made into a film, wild spots, and Tom Holland as the young hunter Nathan Drake. But the shift from game to film had bumps. Though it had much action and trips around the world, fans of the game felt Holland’s Drake was too young and missed the cool depth of the game’s Drake.
His work with Mark Wahlberg was fun, and many found it good enough. Yet, Uncharted feels more like a fun step in Holland’s path than a key part.
1. Dolittle – The One We Wish to Forget
All actors have a film they’d skip, and for Tom Holland, that’s Dolittle. Voicing a dog with Robert Downey Jr. as a strange doc could have been odd fun. But, it fell short with unending reshoots, a wild script, and a tone all over the place. Even with a big cast, it failed to keep us in, getting more bad talk than claps. Holland’s bit was just voice work, and not even his charm could lift it. It’s a film where all went wrong—and at times, not even heroes can fix that.
Tom Holland’s film run is short but full of big roles and bold tries. While not all have been hits, he keeps showing his range, more than just Spider-Man. Be it in high school as a hero, deep in drama, or voice work, Holland remains one of the most fun young actors now. Here’s to more good ones—fewer Dolittles and more No Way Homes.