Jacob Elordi is turning heads with his performance in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (2025). By portraying Frankenstein’s Monster as nuanced, complex, and tragic, he helps breathe new life into Mary Shelley's Gothic horror story. The attention on his career is likely to remain high, as he’s next set to star in the highly anticipated Wuthering Heights (2026) as Heathcliff.
Viewers interested in delving deeper into his work after Frankenstein can use our guide to find out how to watch the 10 best Jacob Elordi movies and TV shows, ranked to the best, on platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and more.
10. The Kissing Booth (2018)
The Kissing Booth follows Elle (Joey King), who finds herself falling for “bad boy,” Noah Flynn (Elordi), but worries a relationship with him will affect her friendship with his younger brother, Lee (Joel Courtney). It’s a typical, cheesy teen romance that will stir nostalgia for high school. There’s a comforting entertainment element to it that lets viewers enjoy the low-stakes but sweet and amusing relationships and first-love triumphs.
Elordi plays his role quite well, capturing Noah's arrogant “bad boy” attitude while also trying to redeem him through his genuine feelings for Elle. The Kissing Booth is appealing because it’s some teen romance fun in the vein of To All the Boys I've Loved (2018) and The Summer I Turned Pretty (2022). However, its relatively shallow premise and reliance on relationship cliches and tropes mean it takes last place on this list.
9. The Kissing Booth 2 (2020)
The Kissing Booth 2 is the sequel to The Kissing Booth and centers on Elle and Noah as they struggle to adjust to a long-distance relationship when he leaves for college. It’s a slight improvement over the first film, as it focuses on more relatable relationship issues, like navigating long-distance relationships and jealousy, and sees its characters develop a little more. However, The Kissing Booth 2 also offers the same escapism entertainment as the original.
King’s character has a little more room for growth than Elordi’s, but Elordi still manages to add a hint of maturity to Noah’s character to demonstrate development. Ultimately, it’s on par with sequels like To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (2020) in that it probes a burgeoning relationship, elevates the character development, and offers a fun, charming escape for viewers.
8. The Kissing Booth 3 (2021)
The third and final film in The Kissing Booth trilogy, The Kissing Booth 3, sees Elle struggling to maintain her turbulent relationship with Noah and determine a path for her future. It keeps the lighthearted, cheesy elements of the first two films, but also evolves a little in its depiction of Elle. The final film is the first to acknowledge some of the toxicity in Elle’s relationships with Lee and Noah and seeks to tell a story that’s more empowering for her.
King takes the spotlight in The Kissing Booth 3, beautifully capturing her character’s growth. However, Elordi’s performance complements her well, as his continued depiction of Noah as the short-tempered, toxic boyfriend allows for a nice compare/contrast between the two characters. Although the movie's relationship woes are a little repetitive, The Kissing Booth 3 surpasses the other two films in terms of awareness and offers a fitting conclusion to the series.
7. Oh, Canada (2024)
In Oh, Canada, terminally ill filmmaker Leonard "Leo" Fife (Elordi and Richard Gere) sits down for a final interview, which doubles as a confession for the life of lies he lived. Elordi delivers a strong performance as the young Leo, capturing his struggles, his desperation to keep up appearances, and his morally abhorrent actions. However, Gere steals the spotlight with his emotional, compelling portrayal of a dying artist confronting what legacy to leave behind.
Oh, Canada is a fascinating and moving exploration of art and fame, probing the costs of fame and the difficulty of knowing who artists really are in their personal lives. At the same time, the fragmented storytelling and the lingering doubt of whether Leo truly regrets his actions keep Oh, Canada from being the emotional punch it could have been.
6. Saltburn (2023)
Saltburn tells the story of Oliver Quick (Barry Keoghan), a misfit at the University of Oxford, who becomes obsessed with his popular, wealthy classmate Felix (Elordi) after the student shows him kindness. It’s quite a twisted, psychological thriller about the depths of obsession and how far one will go to climb the social ladder. Elordi plays the surprisingly likable Felix well, though Keoghan’s unrestrained performance as the unhinged Oliver takes the spotlight.
Saltburn is thrilling, dark, and twisted enough to horrify viewers, yet also thought-provoking enough to linger in their minds long after. While it’s a fascinating tale, it’s not an easy one to stomach, and the perverted nature of its protagonist won’t sit well with most audiences. Its limited appeal prevents it from ranking higher on this list, though it will resonate with fans of similarly dark, absurd tales like The Lobster (2015) and Mulholland Drive (2001).
5. Priscilla (2023)
Priscilla is a biographical drama that centers on Priscilla Presley (Cailee Spaeny) and tracks her turbulent relationship with Elvis Presley (Elordi), beginning with their first meeting when she was 14. The film offers a more somber take on Presley than biopics like Elvis (2022), delving deeply into the complicated and controversial age-gap relationship and power imbalance between him and Priscilla. Elordi offers an interesting rendition of Elvis, lacking some of his charisma and charm but exploring his brooding, darker side.
The film’s appeal really depends on what viewers are looking for. Those looking for the glamorous, exciting musical biopics like Elvis and Rocketman (2019) may be disappointed. However, those looking for a movie that tackles some of the more controversial aspects of Presley’s life and tells Priscilla’s story with sensitivity and emotion will love Priscilla.
4. Frankenstein (2025)
Frankenstein is del Toro’s take on Mary Shelley’s novel of the same name. It follows Victor Frankenstein (Oscar Isaac) and the disastrous results of his creation of a reanimated Creature (Elordi) composed of corpses. The film is sure to delight del Toro fans, capturing his typical gothic flair and macabre story elements, while also delving into familiar themes of acceptance and humanization of those considered “other.”
Elordi offers a phenomenal performance as The Creature, perfectly capturing the tragedy of his existence and his longing for companionship. Although Frankenstein marks one of Elordi’s best performances, the movie is hurt a bit by how long it takes to introduce him and its meandering pace, which prevents it from taking the top spots on this list. However, it’s still a must-see for fans of del Toro’s work, especially The Shape of Water (2017).
3. Euphoria (2019)
Euphoria centers on Rue (Zendaya), a teenager with substance abuse struggles, as she navigates high school alongside many other teenagers facing their own personal battles. Elordi stars in the series as Nate, a hot-tempered, abusive jock, whose violent tendencies are partially the result of his father’s twisted standards for his masculinity. Once again, Elordi proves he is adept at portraying unlikeable characters, capturing Nate’s terrible attitudes and tendencies in a way that raises awareness for the impact of toxic masculinity.
Euphoria, as a whole, tackles numerous real-life issues affecting teens with sensitivity and compassion. It delves into everything from substance abuse to toxic masculinity to discrimination in a way that makes a wide variety of audiences feel seen. Although the show’s graphic and dark nature isn’t for everyone, it’s an excellent watch for viewers seeking a mature teen drama, similar to 13 Reasons Why (2017) and Heartbreak High (2022).
2. The Mortuary Collection (2019)
The Mortuary Collection is a horror anthology film in which mortician Montgomery Dark (Clancy Brown) tells macabre tales of small-town Raven's End’s history. Elordi appears in the segment “Unprotected” as Jake, a womanizing frat boy who gets his comeuppance after assaulting a woman. He plays the role well, effectively stirring disgust in viewers as the toxic, abusive Jake, and making his grisly ending all the more darkly satisfying.
The Mortuary Collection as a whole is a top-notch, terrifying horror anthology. Filled with dark twists and turns, macabre imagery, and thought-provoking stories of individuals receiving justice in grisly fashion, it is both distinct and frightening. Fans of Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities (2022), Dead of Night (1945), and other well-crafted horror anthologies will especially enjoy The Mortuary Collection.
1. The Narrow Road to the Deep North (2025)
The Narrow Road to the Deep North tells the story of Dorrigo Evans (Elordi and Ciarán Hinds) and his experiences as a prisoner of war during World War II. Elordi delivers a standout performance in this criminally underrated drama series, powerfully capturing the distress and trauma of a military surgeon haunted by his past and the war. The series as a whole is an unforgettable and no-holds-barred depiction of the violence and brutality of war.
Even the most resilient viewers won’t be able to escape the emotion The Narrow Road to the Deep North evokes. It tells a part of World War II not often discussed, and while it’s harrowing, it’s worth watching for its eye-opening account and haunting beauty. It’s a must-see for fans of works like The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) and The Railway Man (2013), which center on Far East prisoners of war and the Death Railway.
