Tom Hiddlestonhas played Loki for so long that it has become hard to associate him with anything else. Once linked to the role of James Bond, the British actor has now become synonymous with “The God of Mischief,” and he is loving it. While many other actors tend to desire to escape from their iconic roles after a while, Hiddeston has openly expressed his love for the character. Recently, he revealed that he is extremely excited about Loki’s arc inAvengers: Doomsday.
Fans, too, cannot wait to see more of Loki in theMCU. After all, Hiddleston has consistently put in great performances. But the actor doesn’t eat and drink Marvel only. He has been a part of many other great productions throughout his career. And, for his work, he has received numerous accolades.
Here are the best Tom Hiddleston movies to prioritize that aren’t in the MCU.
10’High-Rise' (2015)
It’s 1975, and an esteemed architect has built a 40-storey tower on the outskirts of London that has everything one would ever need.Wealthy residents live on the highest floors, and poorer residents live below. Soon,a class-related feud emerges, and Dr. Robert Laing (Hiddleston), who has only moved in recently, finds himself at the center of it. Who will win whenHigh-Riseends?
All’s Not Well in this Architectural Masterpiece
Watching Dr. Laing’s mental health falling apart as the excessive, manic behavior impacts his isolated existence is interesting. But he is no angel. We learn this from one of the opening scenes where he kills a dog and starts spit-roasting its leg. Beyond that,the film’s ‘70s aesthetics are perfectly captured, but deserving of most praise are the performances, specifically by Hiddleston, Luke Evans, and Sienna Miller. Definitely a must-seedystopian thriller.
9’Only Lovers Left Alive' (2013)
Only Lovers Left Alive
Adam fromOnly Lovers Left Aliveisa successful Detroit musician whose innocent face belies the fact that he is a centuries-old vampire. He fears discovery and oftenvisits a local blood bank at night for nutrition. Adam (Hiddleston) soon reunites with his lost lover Eve (Tilda Swinton), a fellow vampire who had been living in Morocco. But their reunion is quickly disrupted by Eve’s reckless sister, whose impulsiveness threatens their anonymity.
Blood Is Thicker than Sisterhood
The Gothic-fantasy drama isa masterpiece of intellectual discourse, and a comic flip side to scary vampire movies. Clever pop-cultural references accompany the director’s rendering of modern-day America. Audiences are treated to talks about scientists such as Nicolaus Copernicus and Galileo, and books likeDon QuixoteandOrlando Furioso. Mia Wasikowska is also priceless as Ava, the sister dumb enough to try to come between these lovers.
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8’The Deep Blue Sea' (2011)
The Deep Blue Sea
Adapted from the 1952 Terence Rattigan play of the same name,The Deep Blue Seais aWWII romance war dramathat coversthe illicit love involving Hester Collyer (Rachel Weisz), the wife of a High Court judge, and Freddie Page (Tom Hiddleston), a former RAF pilot. The affair soon causes Hester to have gnarled emotions, and Freddie can barely conceal his frustration.
Love Is Tougher than War
War movies aren’t just for lovers of action, as thisdarkly sophisticated, beautifully photographed, and imaginatively twistedfilm by Terence Davies is quick to prove.Exploring such themes as solitude and post-war dissolution with an almost Freudian objectivity,The Deep Blue Seais never less than enthralling.Hiddleston is perfect, but you’ll love Weisz more. Her great work earned her a Best Actress award at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards.
7’Early Man' (2018)
InEarly Man,the Bronze Age is quickly eclipsing the Stone Age. Understandably,Dug (Eddie Redmayne) and his tribe aren’t happy, especially after learning that Lord Nooth (Tom Hiddleston) plans to take over their land, transforming it into a giant mine. Knowing there is power in unity, they team up to stop him.
Is Change Necessary?
Early Manhas been described as an allegory for Brexit, given the resistance to change. Away from its political undertones, it’s as beautiful as an animated film can be. Proof lies in the seven nominations it earned at the Annie Awards.The showcase is banter, and the edgy world the director creates from the convergence of culture and economic empowerment. Part subconscious action flick, part comedy, part sports drama, the film is truly a marvel, aesthetically and otherwise.
6’Crimson Peak' (2015)
Crimson Peak
Set in early 20th-century England,Crimson Peakis about theaspiring author Edith Cushing (Mia Wasikowska), who weds the charming but mysterious Sir Thomas Sharpe (Hiddleston) and moves into his derelict mansion. She soonuncovers dark secrets about the ghosts and spirits that haunt the house, as well as the sinister relationship between Thomas and his sister. But when her nihilistic info-digging mission slightly veers off course, doubts begin to plague her. How will she maneuver the situation?
Digging Into Family Secrets
Taut pacing, thought-provoking dialogue, great visuals, agile direction, and wonderful performancesby Hiddleston, Wasikowska, and Jessica Chastain (as Thomas’ sister) makeCrimson Peaka Gothic romance drama worth dedicating all your time to.Writer Stephen King also praised the film, describing it as “gorgeous and just fucking terrifying.”
5’Exhibition' (2013)
Exhibition
Exhibitionis the story ofa middle-aged artist couple, D (Viv Albertine) and H (Liam Gillick), who decide to sell their modernist London townhouse that has been useful as both a living and creative space. Predictably, tensions emerge regarding whether this is the right choice, and real estate agent Jamie Macmillan (Hiddleston) only makes things worse.
To Sell or Not To Sell?
Films likeExhibitionmajorly rely on dialogue to hold everything together. If it’s weak, everything is doomed. Thankfully, all is well. Additionally, it’s always interesting to watch the dynamics among couples during moments like these. One is a fresh-faced innocent who yearns for the best outcome, and another is the sly one, whose charming ways mask a total lack of empathy or feeling. Overall,audiences will find a lot to learn about marriage,
4’Kong: Skull Island' (2017)
Kong: Skull Island
Set in 1973,Skull Islandfollows a team of scientists, servicemen, and adventurers led by tracker James Conrad (Tom Hiddleston), photojournalist Mason Weaver (Brie Larson), and helicopter squadron leader, Colonel Preston Packard (Samuel L. Jackson), as theytravel to an uncharted island in the Pacific to examine the life forms there. But neither anticipates the incredible circumstances that arise when they venture into unexplored territory.
Monsters Await
Highly regarded as one ofthe best Kong movies,Skull Islanddelivers in both action and scares. In the monster flick, we see director Jordan Vogt-Roberts at the peak of his powers, aided by the dedication ofHiddleston, whose character is all too eager to navigate an endless series of messy scenarios and confounding emotions. Though the protagonist is flawed, we root for him the entire 118 minutes. Vogt-Roberts doesn’t just tell tales; he creates his own brutal world, full of chaos and an endless splash of color. And with admirable finesse, he ties every disparate piece together by the closing credits.
3’Midnight in Paris' (2011)
Midnight in Paris
Woody Allen’sMidnight in Parisconcerns the adventures of Gil Pender (Owen Wilson),a screenwriter visiting Pariswith his fiancée. To his surprise, he finds himselftransported back to the 1920s when it hits midnight. And the more it happens, the more he becomes disillusioned with the modern age.
What Happens in Paris…
Midnight in Parismay elude straightforward logic, but it keeps audiences hooked with the jolting, unexpected appearances of icons like Ernest Hemingway and Pablo Picasso.Examining the weighty themes of human dissatisfaction, perception, reconciliation, and fate’s indecipherable hand, the film emerges as yet another priceless entry in the solid oeuvre of Woody Allen. Watch out for Hiddleston in a limited but memorable role as the novelist, F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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2’The Life of Chuck' (2024)
The Life of Chuck
Based on the novella of the same name by Stephen King,The Life of Chucktells a story that unfolds backward via three acts. First,Chuck Krantz (Tom Hiddleston), an accountant, struggles with a terminal brain tumor. Second, Chuck enjoys his pre-illness years. Third, audiences get a peek into his childhood.
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Updating the reverse-chronological narrative structure on a microbudget, directorMike Flanagan creates an atmosphere of melancholy so thick and disturbing you’ll want to take a break after only a few minutes. And that’s before some of the film’s annoying characters even make their first on-camera appearance! Everyone nodded in agreement when the film won the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.
1’Archipelago' (2010)
Archipelago
Archipelagointroduces us to Edward (Tom Hiddleston), who is under the grip of a quarter-life crisis. Hehas just quit his city job, intending to travel to Africato participate in HIV/AIDS awareness programs.His family thus organizes a farewell party for him at a cottagein Tresco on the Isles of Scilly. Little do they know that tensions are about to simmer beyond control.
Family Meetups Have Never Been This Chaotic
The British family drama is many things, mostly sad, hilarious, and wise. It’s amazing how writer-director Joanna Hogg manages to mine a ton of relevant topics out of a nuclear family’s get-together. And becauseHiddleston completely immerses himself in the role, we are forced to care about what happens every minute. Throughout the movie, one question remains constant: Will the trip to Africa really happen?
