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What movies has Justin Timberlake been in?

Because we're obsessed with Reptile on Netflix

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Justin Timberlake fans, listen up as he is starring in brand new Netflix film, Reptile, alongside Alicia Silverstone and Benicio Del Toro. The crime thriller follows a detective trying to uncover the killer of a young estate agent, and Justin plays the boyfriend of the murder victim.

But, what other movies has he been in? We won't include his days on Barney and Friends (so cute, though!), but from The Social Network to Trolls and more, here is every movie that Justin Timberlake has been in. Thank us later, JT fans!

1

Edison (2005)

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In his first film, Justin Timberlake plays a young journalist, Josh Pollack, who is trying to expose corruption in the Edison police force. The action film has car chases, fight scenes, explosions and more. Plus, he stars alongside Morgan Freeman and LL Cool J. Not bad for his first time!

2

Alpha Dog (2006)

This crime thriller is seriously star-studded, with features from Bruce Willis, Amanda Seyfried, Olivia Wilde and more. Here, Justin plays Frankie, right-hand man to Johnny, who kidnaps a teenage boy for ransom. It's based on a true story, BTW!

3

Southland Tales (2006)

Justin stars alongside Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Mandy Moore in this dystopian drama, where in an alternative version of the US, a three-day heatwave in the lead up to the 4th July begins to unveil a vast conspiracy theory.

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4

Black Snake Moan (2006)

If you're wondering where that iconic Samuel L. Jackson meme is from, this is it.

Here, a religious farmer named Lazarus finds a young girl named Rae, beaten and dumped on the roadside. So, he nurses her back to health but then takes it upon himself to keep her hostage so he can "cure" her.

5

Shrek The Third (2007)

One of his best performances, if you ask us. In Shrek The Third, our favourite ogre hatches a plan to make teenager Artie (played by Justin) the new king of Far, Far Away so he doesn't have to take the throne. He voices alongside Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy.

6

The Open Road (2009)

Jeff Bridges and Justin Timberlake play estranged father and son, Garrett and Kyle, who are forced to reunite and go on an unexpected road trip when Kyle's mother falls ill. Kate Mara also stars as Kyle's friend, Lucy, who joins them on the eventful trip.

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7

The Social Network (2010)

We were obsessed with this film when it came out. The drama follows the rise of Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg and stars Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield and Dakota Fanning. Here, we see the young entrepreneur cut ties on his way to the top. We're still thinking about that Andrew Garfield monologue, BTW.

8

Yogi Bear (2010)

Justin is the voice of cuddly bear, Boo Boo, in this family friendly film that follows Yogi and Boo Boo, two bears who spend their time stealing food from the families in Jellystone Park. But, when the new mayor wants to auction off the park, they have to do everything they can to prevent it from being sold.

9

Bad Teacher (2011)

For the next time you're in need of a good laugh. Cameron Diaz stars in this comedy, where she plays lazy, incompetent school teacher who sets her sights on sets her sights on a rich, handsome substitute, played by Justin.

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10

Friends With Benefits (2011)

This is, hands down, one of our favourite romantic comedies. Mila Kunis and Justin star as Jamie and Dylan, who decide to start a no strings attached relationship. But, when feelings start to get involved, can their friendship survive?

11

In Time (2011)

In this dystopian thriller, people stop ageing after 25 and time is currency, meaning the rich become immortal while others cease to exist. So, when Will (Justin Timberlake) is given more time than he could have ever expected, he goes on the run with a hostage in a desperate bid to survive.

12

Trouble With The Curve (2012)

This sports drama stars Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, Justin Timberlake, Matthew Lillard, and John Goodman. Here, we meet a veteran baseball scout who insists on taking one more job, and his unwilling partner is his estranged daughter who he wants to make amends with.

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13

Inside Llewyn Davis (2013)

This period film follows one week in the life of a struggling folk singer, played by Oscar Isaac, who is trying to make it through a bitterly cold, New York winter. Alongside Oscar and Justin stars Carey Mulligan, Adam Driver and more.

14

Runner Runner (2013)

Justin plays Richie, a college student who plays online poker to try to raise funds for his tuition fees. But, when he realises that he has been cheated in a game, he decides to approach the owner of the website, which turns his life upside down.

15

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)

Get ready to laugh until you cry with the mockumentary starring Andy Samberg. Here, we meet former boy band member Connor who tries to embark on a solo career and does everything in his power to maintain his powerful, celebrity status.

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16

Trolls (2016)

From the creator of Shrek comes Trolls. Here, Troll Village is attacked and the ever-happy Poppy (played by Anna Kendrick) has to team up with not-so-happy Branch (Justin Timberlake) to try and save their family and friends. Think colour, music and fun for the whole family. Plus, there's tonnes of sequels!

17

Wonder Wheel (2017)

On Coney Island, New York in the 1950s, young lifeguard Mickey narrates the story of four lives intertwined at the amusement park, including his own. We meet Ginny's (Kate Winslet), Ginny's husband, Humpty, (Jim Belushi) and Humpty's estranged daughter, Carolina (Juno Temple), who is now hiding from gangsters at her father’s apartment.

18

Palmer (2021)

After 12 years in prison, former high school football star Eddie Palmer returns home to put his life back together and forms an unlikely bond with Sam, an outcast boy from a troubled home. But Eddie's past threatens to ruin his new life and family. A tear-jerker, for sure!

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19

Reptile (2023)

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Starring Benicio del Toro, Alicia Silverstone and Justin Timberlake, Reptile follows the investigation into the murder of young estate agent Summer Elswick (Matilda Lutz). But, as Tom's investigation unravel, he soon learns that not everything is as it appears in this seemingly quiet town.

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