18 Brilliant Josh Brolin Movies: From Goonies to Wall Street

1. Only the Brave 2017，IMDB Rating: 7.6, IMDB Votes: 78523, ID: 3829920
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Only the Brave is a heartfelt tribute to the Granite Mountain Hotshots, showcasing their bravery and camaraderie. Josh Brolin delivers a powerful performance as the team’s leader, Eric Marsh, capturing the emotional depth and resilience of these real-life heroes.
2. Deadpool 2 2018，IMDB Rating: 7.6, IMDB Votes: 664431, ID: 5463162
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Deadpool 2 is a riotous, irreverent sequel that amps up the humor and action from the first film. Josh Brolin’s portrayal of Cable adds a gritty, no-nonsense edge to the film, balancing Ryan Reynolds’ zany antics perfectly.It is about Deadpool’s encounter with Electro (Josh Brolin), a ruthless warrior from the future, and the two form a temporary alliance to protect a mutant teenager.
3. Sicario 2015，IMDB Rating: 7.7, IMDB Votes: 483694, ID: 3397884
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Sicario delves into the murky world of the drug war. Josh Brolin’s performance as the enigmatic Matt Graver adds a layer of complexity to the film, complementing Emily Blunt’s idealistic FBI agent. It tells the story of idealistic FBI agent Kate (Emily Blunt) who is recruited into a special operations team on a mission to combat cross-border drug trafficking.
4. Hail, Caesar! 2016，IMDB Rating: 6.3, IMDB Votes: 143899, ID: 0475290
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Hail, Caesar! is a delightful, whimsical homage to Hollywood’s Golden Age. The film revolves around studio crisis-manager Eddie Mannix (Josh Brolin), who juggles a series of wacky events on set, including missing stars, farcical scandals and sudden crises.
5. The Goonies 1985，IMDB Rating: 7.7, IMDB Votes: 301565, ID: 0089218
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The Goonies is a nostalgic, adventurous classic film. Josh Brolin adds to the film as the protective older brother Brand. It tells the story of a group of kids who embark on a treasure hunt to save their homes.
6. Oldboy 2013，IMDB Rating: 5.8, IMDB Votes: 81403, ID: 1321511
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Oldboy is a dark and twisted thriller that tells the story of Joe Doucett, who after twenty years of incarceration is suddenly released and goes on a quest for revenge. Josh Brolin is raw and powerful as Joe Doucett, injecting depth into his character’s quest for revenge.
7. No Country for Old Men 2007，IMDB Rating: 8.2, IMDB Votes: 1073998, ID: 0477348
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No Country for Old Men is an excellent thriller with Josh Brolin brilliantly portraying a character full of toughness and helplessness. It is about hunter Llewellyn Moss (Josh Brolin) who gets involved in a deadly chase after finding a huge box of money left behind by a drug dealer.
8. Inherent Vice 2014，IMDB Rating: 6.6, IMDB Votes: 111523, ID: 1791528
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Inherent Vice is a quirky, psychedelic journey through 1970s Los Angeles, with Josh Brolin delivering a standout performance as the stern detective ‘Bigfoot’ Bjornsen. The film follows private investigator ‘Doc’ as he investigates a disappearance and becomes embroiled in a series of complex intertwined conspiracies.
9. Dune: Part Two 2024，IMDB Rating: 8.5, IMDB Votes: 486789, ID: 15239678
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Dune: Part Two is the visually stunning sequel to the epic saga, continuing the story of the fortunes of the Paul Ertredi family on the desert planet. Josh Brolin reprises his role as Gurney Halleck and his majestic performance adds depth and power to the character.
10. Jonah Hex 2010，IMDB Rating: 4.7, IMDB Votes: 62145, ID: 1075747
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Jonah Hex is a western that blends dark and supernatural elements to tell the story of Jonah Hex, a bounty hunter on a mission of revenge. Josh Brolin plays Jonah Hex, a man with a disfigured face and a painful past, who is called upon to hunt down the forces of evil that threaten his country.
11. Men in Black 3: Gag Reel 2012，IMDB Rating: 6.7, IMDB Votes: 82, ID: 27550773
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The Men in Black 3 is about Agent J (Will Smith) travelling back in time to 1969 in order to save his partner Agent K (played by Josh Brolin as a younger version) and Earth. Brolin’s comedic talents are on display in the light-hearted scenes, adding a light-hearted humour to his collection.
12. True Grit 2010，IMDB Rating: 7.6, IMDB Votes: 359850, ID: 1403865
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‘True Grit’ is the Coen Brothers’ adaptation of the classic western novel about a teenage girl, Mattie Ross, who hires an aging police officer to avenge her father’s death and joins the Texas Rangers in the hunt for Tom Chaney (Josh Brolin), the fugitive who killed her father. Brolin’s character adds a layer of tension to the film, making it a must-see for fans of westerns and character-driven dramas.
13. Planet Terror 2007，IMDB Rating: 7.0, IMDB Votes: 224570, ID: 1077258
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Josh Brolin’s role as Dr. William Block in ‘Planet Terror’ is a standout in this over-the-top, gory action horror film. It’s about a deadly virus that spreads through a small town, turning people into bloodthirsty zombies, and the survivors must band together to fight the horrific threat.
14. American Gangster 2007，IMDB Rating: 7.8, IMDB Votes: 456861, ID: 0765429
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In ‘American Gangster,’ Josh Brolin plays the corrupt Detective Trupo, delivering a performance that is both gritty and compelling. It tells the story of mobster Frank Lucas as he builds a drug empire in the 1970s, while also charting the journey of upstanding detective Richie Roberts as he dedicates himself to fighting crime.
15. Sin City: A Dame to Kill For 2014，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 171400, ID: 0458481
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Josh Brolin’s Dwight returns to Sin City with deep and intense emotions, embroiled in a dark conspiracy of betrayal and revenge. It’s a visually stunning neo-noir film that captures the essence of the graphic novel. Brolin’s performance is a highlight, adding depth to the dark and twisted narrative.
16. Hollow Man 2000，IMDB Rating: 5.8, IMDB Votes: 139385, ID: 0164052
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In ‘Hollow Man,’ Josh Brolin plays Dr. Matthew Kensington, a scientist caught in the chaos of an invisibility experiment gone wrong. Directed by Paul Verhoeven, the film is a thrilling sci-fi horror with impressive special effects. Brolin’s performance adds a layer of tension and urgency to the story, making it a memorable entry in his filmography.
17. Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps 2010，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 107056, ID: 1027718
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In Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, Josh Brolin delivers a compelling performance as Bretton James, a ruthless financier. The film, a sequel to the iconic Wall Street, delves into the complexities of the financial world post-2008 crisis. While it doesn’t quite match the original’s impact, Brolin’s portrayal of a modern-day villain is captivating.
18. You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger 2010，IMDB Rating: 6.3, IMDB Votes: 47684, ID: 1182350
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In You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, Josh Brolin plays Roy, a struggling writer caught in a web of romantic entanglements. Directed by Woody Allen, the film explores themes of love, infidelity, and existential angst. Brolin’s nuanced performance adds depth to a character grappling with life’s uncertainties. The film’s witty dialogue and complex characters make it a thought-provoking watch.