Moving On from Succession: 5 Films Starring Kieran Culkin to Keep You Hooked

Succession concluded a little over a week ago, leaving many of its audience reeling. As some fans revisit their favourite episodes of this acclaimed series, others are coping by exploring the diverse performances delivered by its cast members.

One such versatile actor is Kieran Culkin, who played the memorable character Roman Roy. Hailing from a family steeped in the acting profession, Culkin has been captivating audiences with his performances since childhood. Here, we've compiled a list of Kieran Culkin's most notable roles.

5. Igby Goes Down (2002)

Rotten Tomatoes score: 75%

Roman Roy isn't the only role in which Culkin has portrayed a character grappling with the trauma of his wealthy but dysfunctional family. In 2002, the then-20-year-old actor starred in Igby Goes Down, earning a Golden Globe nomination for his performance.

The film traces the journey of a rebellious teenager from a well-to-do family who absconds to carve his own path in life.

4. The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002)

Rotten Tomatoes score: 76%

Before landing the role in Igby Goes Down, Culkin starred in this comedy-drama adaptation of Chris Fuhrman's semi-autobiographical work of the same name. The narrative revolves around four boys attending a private Catholic boarding school in the 1970s who are more intrigued by typical teenage pursuits like fun, cannabis, comic books, and girls than by their studies.

3. Infinity Baby (2017)

Rotten Tomatoes score: 76%

This comedy, boasting a stellar cast, tells the story of Infinity Baby, a company that begins producing a novel product—eternally infantile babies—for prospective parents as a result of a mishap in stem cell research.

2. Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)

Rotten Tomatoes score: 82%

No mention of Kieran Culkin would be complete without mentioning this cult classic film. For many, it was this movie that showcased Culkin's acting prowess.

He played Wallace, Scott Pilgrim's gruff friend and roommate with whom he shares a stark and rather uninviting garage.

1. No Sudden Move (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes score: 92%

This neo-noir thriller, set in 1954 Detroit, revolves around criminals hired for what appears to be a straightforward job—holding a family hostage to get hold of an important document. However, things don't go as planned, and the document turns out to be of far greater value than anticipated.

Culkin plays Charlie, a volatile and neurotic gangster.

Source: Rotten Tomatoes.