Although Ryan Gosling has stolen the spotlight recently with comedic roles such as Ken in Barbie and Colt in The Fall Guy, the actor’s next role isn’t very funny, and this change in pace may end up being great. Over the course of his career, Ryan Gosling’s movies have varied in genre. From the wry humor of Crazy, Stupid Love and the romantic musicality of La La Land, to the intense worldbuilding of Blade Runner 2049 and the dark action of Drive, Gosling has proven his acting chops again and again, and this time won’t be much different.

If Ryan Gosling’s best films have taught audiences anything, it is that Gosling oozes charisma. In Barbie, Ken is often oblivious and, at times, cruel, but he still manages to be a fan-favorite character. A big part of this is Gosling’s ability to land a joke and create a dynamic character. The same goes for The Fall Guy. Though his character, Colt, can often appear vulnerable or reckless, it is impossible to dislike him because Gosling simply has too much charm. Now, whether this trait can help him in a drama is up for debate.

Project Hail Mary Will Be Different From Ryan Gosling’s Recent Comedy Roles

Ryland Is A More Dramatic Role Than A Funny One

Although Ryan Gosling has been bringing down the house recently with his comedic roles, his newest part in Project Hail Mary will be quite different. Project Hail Mary is a film adaptation of the science fiction book of the same name by Andy Weir, who previously penned The Martian. The story follows a man named Ryland Grace who wakes from a coma to find himself on a spaceship with no memories. Ryland must figure out his identity, but more importantly, his mission, which could make or break the survival of the earth.

In this leading role, Gosling will definitely go through some inner turmoil and external, space-related problems.

In this leading role, Gosling will definitely go through some inner turmoil and external, space-related problems. Based on the premise alone, it is clear that Project Hail Mary will not have the same easy humor as Barbie or The Fall Guy. Of course, that isn’t to say that Project Hail Mary will have no humor. Notably, The Martian had its moments of levity. However, the point is, Ryan Gosling’s new role cannot be sustained by charm or humor alone.

Project Hail Mary Can Be A Reminder Of How Good A Dramatic Actor Ryan Gosling Is

Gosling Can Return To His Dramatic Roots

Though Gosling has been deep in comedies recently, his more mature career as an adult really took off in dramas like The Notebook and Blue Valentine. In this way, Project Hail Mary can remind viewers that, as much as Gosling aces comedy, he is just as good at drama. If anything, Project Hail Mary will show, yet again, just how versatile Ryan Gosling can be. Hopefully, he can bring yet another amazing performance.