7 best Jeff Goldblum shows and movies to watch if you loved him in Wicked

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Jeff Goldblum in various roles, from Thor to Independence Day. (Images via Marvel Entertainment, Prime Video)
Jeff Goldblum in various roles, from Thor to Independence Day. (Images via Marvel Entertainment, Prime Video)

Jeff Goldblum is an award-winning actor and musician who debuted in 1974. In his latest movie, Wicked, he plays the role of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The musical fantasy film is set to receive a sequel in 2025, where he will reprise his role.

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The movie is about a witch who seeks to change her green color and lose her "wicked" powers. In addition to Goldblum, the cast includes Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and Ethan Slater.

Goldblum has won 17 awards, including a nomination for the Academy Awards and the Saturn Award. He began his career as a theater actor, voice-over artist, and commercial host. Viewers who liked him in Wicked can check the movies and shows listed below to explore more of his works.

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Disclaimer: This article contains the author's opinions. Reader discretion is advised.


Jurassic Park, Kaos, Isle of Dogs, and more shows and movies featuring Jeff Goldblum

1) Jurassic Park series (1993-2022) - Prime Video

Jurassic World: Dominion. (Image via Prime Video)
Jurassic World: Dominion. (Image via Prime Video)

The Jurassic Park series began in 1993, based on the book by Michael Crichton from 1990. The movie started when Universal Studios bought the rights to Crichton's novel in 1990. After its release, the film won 44 awards, including three Oscars, a Saturn Award, and a BMI Film and TV Award.

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In the series, Jeff Goldblum plays Dr. Ian Malcolm, a mathematician specializing in chaos theory. He continues to portray this role in subsequent films, experiencing character development over time.


2) Thor: Ragnarok (2017) - Prime Video, Apple TV+

Jeff Goldblum as The Grandmaster in Thor: Ragnarok. (Image via Marvel Entertainment)
Jeff Goldblum as The Grandmaster in Thor: Ragnarok. (Image via Marvel Entertainment)

The third movie in the Thor series was announced in 2016 and released in 2017. It stars Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett, and Idris Elba. The movie was directed by Taika Waititi and features Jeff Goldblum as Grandmaster.

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Goldblum's character is one of the Elders and the ruler of the planet Sakaar. His eccentric role is similar to his work in Wicked, appealing to fans of the musical.


3) Law and Order: Criminal Intent (2009-2010) - Peacock

A still from Law and Order: Criminal Intent. (Image via Peacock)
A still from Law and Order: Criminal Intent. (Image via Peacock)

Set in New York City and directed by Dick Wolf and Rene Balcer, Law and Order: Criminal Intent is a continuation of the original Law and Order series. In Criminal Intent, the Major Case Squad handles high-profile cases involving celebrities and VIPs, requiring a different skill set from its detectives.

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In season 8 of the series, Jeff Goldblum is cast as Senior Detective Zack Nichols, replacing Detective Mike Logan. His rapid-fire delivery continued for two seasons.


4) The World According to Jeff Goldblum (2019-2022) - Disney+

Jeff Goldblum in The World According to Jeff Goldblum. (Image via Disney+)
Jeff Goldblum in The World According to Jeff Goldblum. (Image via Disney+)

This series focuses on Jeff Goldblum's perspective on various topics, including sneakers, food, video games, and more. To make the show informative, he chats with experts on each subject.

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Jeff's commentary on tattoos, sandwiches, or other seemingly regular objects is the subject of this series. Like his character in Wicked, he embraces the absurdity of everyday things.


5) Kaos (2024) - Netflix

A still from Kaos, a series based in Greece. (Image via Netflix)
A still from Kaos, a series based in Greece. (Image via Netflix)

Kaos is a dark comedy and fantasy Netflix series based on Greek mythology. It stars Goldblum as Zeus, alongside Janet McTeer, Cliff Curtis, and David Thewlis. The series premiered in August 2024 but was canceled after one season. The show is narrated by Prometheus, who plants the idea of overthrowing Zeus into the audience's minds.

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While the series won an award and received a nomination, there will not be a season 2 any time soon. However, it remains worthwhile for Goldblum fans.


6) Isle of Dogs (2018) - Prime Video

A still from the Wes Anderson movie Isle of Dogs. (Image via Prime Video)
A still from the Wes Anderson movie Isle of Dogs. (Image via Prime Video)

Jeff Goldblum has often worked on Wes Anderson movies. Isle of Dogs, released in 2018, is an adult stop-motion animated fiction drama set in Japan. It features voices from actors such as Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, and Yoko Ono.

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In the movie, Jeff voices a Siberian husky. He has also worked in The Grand Budapest Hotel and Asteroid City.


7) Independence Day (1996) - Prime Video

Independence Day (Image via Prime Video)
Independence Day (Image via Prime Video)

Independence Day, a 1996 American science-fiction movie starring Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and Mary McDonnell, is the story of an extraterrestrial mother ship. According to The Numbers, it grossed over $800 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film of that year. The movie won 35 awards, including an Oscar for Best Visual Effects and a Saturn Award.

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In the movie, Goldblum plays an engineer working on satellites who graduated from MIT. Long-time fans of Jeff would likely want to include this film on their list.


Apart from these titles, other notable movies featuring Goldblum include The Fly, The Big Chill, and Earth Girls are Easy.

Edited by Shubham Soni
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