9 Peter Dinklage Movies, Ranked by IMDb
Game of Thrones is not his only work. Here are 9 movies to prove that Peter Dinklage is more than Tyrion Lannister.
While Dinklage's portrayal of our favorite Lannister may have made him a household name, his filmography beyond Game of Thrones is very diverse.
Whether he's making us laugh or cry, he has certainly proven his ability to make us feel through his performance. Today, we're diving into 9 remarkable films that best demonstrate his incredible range.
9. ‘Brothers’ (2024): Family First
Genres: Dark Comedy, Action, Crime.
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On IMDb, Brothers is rated 5.4/10.
Brothers is packed with action and dark humor. It follows two criminal twins trying to pull off one last heist. The execution might not be perfect, but watching Dinklage deal with the tricky family dynamics and betrayal makes this film worth your time.
Honorable mention: the rest of the cast is great too, including Josh Brolin, Brendan Fraser and Glenn Close.
Available on: Amazon Prime Video.
8. ‘The Thicket’ (2024): The Dark West
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Genres: Western, Crime Drama.
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On IMDb, The Thicket is rated 5.8/10.
In The Thicket, Peter Dinklage plays a bounty hunter who helps a young man track down his kidnapped sister. Although the pacing is uneven at times, Dinklage's performance keeps you glued to the screen.
Honorable mention: the visuals are insanely good. You won't be able to look away and by the end you'll want more.
Available on Hoopla and Kanopy for free.
7. ‘American Dreamer’ (2022): Dreams vs. Reality
Genre: Comedy.
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On IMDb, American Dreamer is rated 6.0/10.
In American Dreamer, Dinklage plays a university professor who dreams of owning a house. When an unusual opportunity presents itself, he finds himself in a hilarious yet thought-provoking situation.
Honorable mention: Shirley MacLaine steals every scene she's in as the wealthy widow who holds the keys to our protagonist's dreams.
Available on: Peacock Premium, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Spectrum On Demand.
6. ‘Cyrano’ (2021): Music For the Soul
Genres: Period Drama, Musical, Romance
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On IMDb, Cyrano is rated 6.4/10.
A musical adaptation of the classic story, Cyrano allowed Dinklage to surprise us with his singing abilities. His portrayal of the poetic swordsman who helps another man win the heart of his love is both heartbreaking and beautiful.
Honorable mention: the musical numbers are actually good and the costume design is absolutely gorgeous.
Available on: Amazon Prime Video, Fandango At Home, Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV.
5. ‘Penelope’ (2006): Your Ultimate Underdog Story
Genres: Fairy Tale, Romantic Comedy.
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On IMDb, Penelope is rated 6.7/10.
Penelope follows a cursed girl searching for true love. Dinklage plays Lemon, a reporter desperate to take a picture of the cursed Penelope.
Honorable mention: Christina Ricci and James McAvoy's chemistry is off the charts, making this a perfect feel-good movie.
Available on Hoopla, Plex and Fawesome for free.
4. ‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes’ (2023): Where It All Began
Genres: Dystopian Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller, War.
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On IMDb, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes is rated 6.7/10.
In The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Dinklage plays Casca Highbottom, the dean of the Academy. While his screen time might be limited, he absolutely nails the man haunted by his past decisions.
Honorable mention: the world-building is incredible in this one.
Available on: Philo, Microsoft Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV, FlixFling, Spectrum On Demand, Plex.
3. ‘My Dinner With Hervé’ (2018): Fame & Its Price
Genres: Biography, Drama.
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On IMDb, My Dinner With Hervé is rated 6.9/10.
My Dinner With Hervé tells the wild true story of Fantasy Island star Hervé Villechaize's last days as told through his epic night out with a struggling journalist.
Honorable mention: Jamie Dornan is great as the journalist Danny Tate.
Available on: Microsoft Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV.
2. ‘Wicked’ (2024): Reimagining the Classic
Genres: Fairy Tale, Musical, Romance.
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On IMDb, Wicked is rated 7.5/10.
Wicked is the classic musical that came to life. Dinklage voices Doctor Dillamond, a well-respected professor at the university who faces discrimination for being a Goat.
Honorable mention: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are phenomenal. And they sang live too!
Available on: Peacock Premium, Microsoft Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV, FlixFling, Spectrum On Demand.
1. ‘The Station Agent’ (2003): Making Unexpected Friends
Genres: Comedy, Drama.
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On IMDb, The Station Agent is rated 7.6/10.
The Station Agent is one of Dinklage's finest performances to date. He plays Fin, a man who inherits an abandoned train station and moves there to live a life of solitude. However, his plans are disrupted when he forms unexpected friendships with his neighbors.
Honorable mention: great acting from Patricia Clarkson and Bobby Cannavale.
Available on Hoopla and Kanopy for free.
