Adam Driver

Born:19. marraskuuta 1983

Place of Birth:San Diego, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Adam Driver, born on November 19, 1983, is an American actor known for his intense and captivating performances on both stage and screen. With a list of accolades that includes a Venice Film Festival Volpi Cup for Best Actor and nominations for prestigious awards like the Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards, Driver has solidified himself as a versatile and talented artist in the entertainment industry.

His journey to fame began with notable appearances on Broadway in productions like "Mrs. Warren's Profession" and "Man and Boy." Driver's breakthrough came with his role in the HBO series "Girls," where he showcased his acting chops and earned critical acclaim, leading to a successful transition to the big screen with roles in films like "Lincoln," "Frances Ha," and "Inside Llewyn Davis."

One of Driver's most iconic roles to date is that of Ben Solo/Kylo Ren in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, where he brought complexity and depth to the conflicted character. His ability to portray a wide range of emotions and nuances on screen has garnered him widespread recognition and a dedicated fan following.

Beyond his acting career, Driver is also a former U.S. Marine Corps veteran, reflecting his commitment to service and dedication to his craft. He founded Arts in the Armed Forces, a non-profit organization that provides free arts programming to military personnel and their families, showcasing his passion for supporting and uplifting those who serve their country.

In recent years, Driver has continued to impress audiences and critics alike with his performances in acclaimed films such as "BlacKkKlansman" and "Marriage Story," earning him back-to-back Academy Award nominations. His collaborations with renowned directors like Martin Scorsese, Noah Baumbach, and Ridley Scott have further solidified his reputation as a powerhouse in the industry.

Driver's latest projects, including the musical "Annette" and the historical dramas "The Last Duel" and "House of Gucci," demonstrate his versatility and willingness to take on challenging and diverse roles. With a promising career ahead of him, Adam Driver continues to captivate audiences with his raw talent and dedication to his craft, leaving a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Kylo Ren

2017

Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Kylo Ren / Ben Solo

2019

The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of generations behind them, the final battle begins.

Logan Lucky

Clyde Logan

2017

Trying to reverse a family curse, brothers Jimmy and Clyde Logan set out to execute an elaborate robbery during the legendary Coca-Cola 600 race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Kylo Ren / Ben Solo

2015

Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers.

Megalopolis

Cesar Catilina

2024

Genius artist Cesar Catilina seeks to leap the City of New Rome into a utopian, idealistic future, while his opposition, Mayor Franklyn Cicero, remains committed to a regressive status quo, perpetuating greed, special interests, and partisan warfare. Torn between them is socialite Julia Cicero, the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar has divided her loyalties, forcing her to discover what she truly believes humanity deserves.

The Dead Don't Die

Officer Ronnie Peterson

2019

In a small peaceful town, zombies suddenly rise to terrorize the town. Now three bespectacled police officers and a strange Scottish morgue expert must band together to defeat the undead.

The Last Duel

Jacques Le Gris

2021

King Charles VI declares that Knight Jean de Carrouges settle his dispute with his squire, Jacques Le Gris, by challenging him to a duel.

65 Mills

2023

65 million years ago, the only 2 survivors of a spaceship from Somaris that crash-landed on Earth, must fend off dinosaurs to reach the escape vessel in time before an imminent asteroid strike threatens to destroy the planet.

Lincoln

Samuel Beckwith

2012

The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.

Marriage Story

Charlie Barber

2019

A stage director and an actress struggle through a grueling, coast-to-coast divorce that pushes them to their personal extremes.

BlacKkKlansman

Flip Zimmerman

2018

Colorado Springs, late 1970s. Ron Stallworth, an African American police officer, and Flip Zimmerman, his Jewish colleague, run an undercover operation to infiltrate the Ku Klux Klan.

Silence

Garupe

2016

In the 17th century, two Portuguese Jesuit priests travel to Japan in an attempt to locate their mentor, who is rumored to have committed apostasy, and to propagate Catholicism.

Ferrari

Enzo Ferrari

2023

Set during the summer of 1957. Ex-racecar driver, Enzo Ferrari, is in crisis. Bankruptcy stalks the company he and his wife, Laura, built from nothing ten years earlier. Their tempestuous marriage struggles with the mourning for one son and the acknowledgement of another.

The Report

Daniel Jones

2019

The story of Daniel Jones, lead investigator for the US Senate’s sweeping study into the CIA's Detention and Interrogation Program, which was found to be brutal, immoral and ineffective. With the truth at stake, Jones battled tirelessly to make public what many in power sought to keep hidden.

J. Edgar

Walter Lyle

2011

As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career, and his life.

This Is Where I Leave You

Phillip Altman

2014

When their father passes away, four grown, world-weary siblings return to their childhood home and are requested -- with an admonition -- to stay there together for a week, along with their free-speaking mother and a collection of spouses, exes and might-have-beens. As the brothers and sisters re-examine their shared history and the status of each tattered relationship among those who know and love them best, they reconnect in hysterically funny and emotionally significant ways.

The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)

Randy

2017

An estranged family gathers together in New York for an event celebrating the artistic work of their father.

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Self

2025

Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.

Frances Ha

Lev Shapiro

2013

An aspiring dancer moves to New York City and becomes caught up in a whirlwind of flighty fair-weather friends, diminishing fortunes and career setbacks.

SNL50: The Homecoming Concert

Self

2025

Live from Radio City Music Hall, witness the concert of a lifetime with a star-studded lineup bringing together legendary Saturday Night Live hall-of-famers, iconic guests and surprise musical performances.

The Man Who Killed Don Quixote

Toby

2018

Toby, a cynical film director finds himself trapped in the outrageous delusions of an old Spanish shoe-maker who believes himself to be Don Quixote. In the course of their comic and increasingly surreal adventures, Toby is forced to confront the tragic repercussions of a film he made in his idealistic youth.

White Noise

Jack Gladney

2022

Jack Gladney, professor of Hitler studies at The-College-on-the-Hill, husband to Babette, and father to four children/stepchildren, is torn asunder by a chemical spill from a rail car that releases an "Airborne Toxic Event" forcing Jack to confront his biggest fear - his own mortality.

Midnight Special

Agent Sevier

2016

A father and son go on the run after the dad learns his child possesses special powers.

Annette

Henry McHenry

2021

The story of Henry, a stand-up comedian with a fierce sense of humour and Ann, a singer of international renown. In the spotlight, they are the perfect couple, healthy, happy, and glamourous. The birth of their first child, Annette, a mysterious girl with an exceptional destiny, will change their lives.

Paterson

2016

A week in the life of Paterson, a poet bus driver, and his wife Laura, a very creative artist, who live in Paterson, New Jersey, hometown of many famous poets and artists.

What If

Allan

2013

Medical-school dropout Wallace has been repeatedly burned by bad relationships. So while everyone around him, including his roommate Allan, seems to be finding the perfect partner, Wallace decides to put his love life on hold. It is then that he meets Chantry, an animator who lives with her longtime boyfriend Ben. Wallace and Chantry form an instant connection, striking up a close friendship. Still, there is no denying the chemistry between them, leading the pair to wonder, what if the love of your life is actually your best friend?