The Best Martin Freeman Movies

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List of the best Martin Freeman movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Martin Freeman's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Martin Freeman movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Martin Freeman movies will be at the top of the list. Martin Freeman has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Martin Freeman movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Martin Freeman films to end the squabble once and for all.

If you think the best Martin Freeman role isn't at the top, then upvote it so it has the chance to become number one. The greatest Martin Freeman performances didn't necessarily come from the best movies, but in most cases they go hand in hand.

This list below has everything from Wild Target to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

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  • The Hobbit Trilogy
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    The Hobbit Trilogy

    Evangeline Lilly, Lee Pace, Orlando Bloom
    88 votes
    • Released: 2012
    • Directed by: Peter Jackson
    The Hobbit is a film series consisting of three epic fantasy adventure films directed by Peter Jackson. They are based on the 1937 novel The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien, with large portions of the trilogy inspired by the appendices to The Return of the King, which expand on the story told in The Hobbit, as well as new material and characters written especially for the films. The films are subtitled An Unexpected Journey, The Desolation of Smaug, and The Battle of the Five Armies. The screenplay was written by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Jackson, and Guillermo del Toro, who was originally chosen to direct before his departure from the project. The films take place in the fictional world of Middle-earth sixty years before the beginning of The Lord of the Rings, and follow hobbit Bilbo Baggins, who is convinced by the wizard Gandalf the Grey to accompany thirteen dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield, on a quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from the dragon Smaug. The films also expand upon certain elements from the novel and other source material, such as Gandalf's investigation at Dol Guldur, and the pursuit of Azog and Bolg, who seek vengeance against Thorin and his ancestors.
  • The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
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    The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

    Martin Freeman, Yasiin Bey, Sam Rockwell
    69 votes
    • Released: 2005
    • Directed by: Garth Jennings
    In the movie The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Arthur Dent (Martin Freeman) finds his world upended when Earth is destroyed by an alien race known as Vogons. Stranded in space, he is rescued by Ford Prefect (Mos Def), a writer for the eponymous guide. Joined by Zaphod Beeblebrox (Sam Rockwell), the two-headed president of the galaxy, and Trillian (Zooey Deschanel), the only other human survivor, they embark on a cosmic adventure to discover the ultimate question of life, universe and everything else. The film, notable for its humorous take on science fiction, won the Empire Award for Best Comedy in 2005.

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  • Shaun of the Dead
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    Shaun of the Dead

    Simon Pegg, Kate Ashfield, Lucy Davis
    62 votes
    • Released: 2004
    • Directed by: Edgar Wright
    Shaun of the Dead is a British horror-comedy film, where Shaun (Simon Pegg) plays an ordinary salesman whose life spirals into zombie-infested chaos. His best friend, Ed (Nick Frost), joins him in this unexpected journey. The duo's lackadaisical attitude towards the undead apocalypse creates a unique blend of horror and humor, making it a standout in its genre. Directed by Edgar Wright, the movie received critical acclaim upon release for its clever script and memorable performances. It's not just about surviving zombies; it's also about rekindling relationships and seizing control of one's life amidst all the madness.

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  • Hot Fuzz
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    Hot Fuzz

    Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jim Broadbent
    69 votes
    • Released: 2007
    • Directed by: Edgar Wright
    Hot Fuzz is a clever blend of comedy and action, directed by Edgar Wright. The plot centers around Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg), an overachieving London policeman transferred to the sleepy village of Sandford. He teams up with bumbling partner Danny Butterman (Nick Frost) and together they unravel a series of mysterious deaths that rock this seemingly peaceful community. As they dig deeper, a sinister secret surfaces, turning their quaint country life into a high-octane nightmare. Hot Fuzz skilfully balances humor with thrills, delivering a genre-blending spectacle that earned it an Empire Award for Best British Film in 2007.

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  • The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
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    The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

    Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage
    78 votes
    • Released: 2013
    • Directed by: Peter Jackson
    In The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman), guided by Gandalf the Grey (Ian McKellen), continues his unexpected journey with thirteen dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage). Their quest is to reclaim the dwarf kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch). This second installment in the Hobbit trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson, offers an epic blend of fantasy and adventure. The movie's notable achievements include several award nominations, notably for its visual effects and sound editing. As they traverse Middle-earth, the company encounters a host of new perils and intriguing characters, including the enigmatic Elf King Thranduil (Lee Pace) and deadly orc Azog (Manu Bennett).

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  • Ali G Indahouse
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    Ali G Indahouse

    Sacha Baron Cohen, Michael Gambon, Charles Dance
    38 votes
    • Released: 2002
    • Directed by: Mark Mylod
    Ali G, the U.K.'s hottest comic sensation, makes his way to American audiences with "Ali G Indahouse." In his big-screen debut, the chilled-out, hip-hopping, white gangsta-rapper wannabe finds himself in the bizarre position of having to resolve one of Great Britain's biggest national and political scandals. Abetted by his loyal crew, the West Staines Massive and long-suffering girlfriend Me Julie, he emerges as the unlikeliest of heroes.

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