10 Underrated Jeff Goldblum Movies That Deserve More Credit

"The Tall Guy" (1989)
Amidst London's bustling streets, Dexter King (Goldblum) maneuvers life as an American actor. Struggling with a dead-end theater role, life turns on its head when he gets cast in a musical adaptation of "The Elephant Man."

Oh, but there's romance too! He finds his heart entangled with a lovely nurse named Kate. The stage is set for comedy, love, and the challenges of an unexpected spotlight.

"Into the Night" (1985)
Insomnia. Ed Okin (Goldblum) suffers, unable to sleep, haunted by a monotonous job and a crumbling marriage. One night, propelled by despair, he drives aimlessly through Los Angeles, only to cross paths with a mysterious woman named Diana.

Suddenly, Ed's caught in a whirlwind of intrigue, involving smugglers, assassins, and a plethora of eccentric characters. His dull life isn't so dull anymore.

"Vibes" (1988)
In the heart of the Andes Mountains, a quest unfolds. Sylvia Pickel (Cyndi Lauper) and Nick Deezy (Goldblum) – both with psychic abilities – are hired to locate a sacred pyramid.

But as they journey deeper, they discover that what they're searching for isn't just an ancient structure but also a powerful energy source. The duo, with their oddball energies, face challenges, rivals, and truths about their own psychic gifts.

"Beyond Suspicion" (2000)
John Nolan (Goldblum) is a newly released con-man, trying to tread the straight path. But life's never that simple. He gets entangled in a police operation, where he's asked to infiltrate the local mafia.

As he dives deeper into this treacherous world, loyalties shift, danger lurks at every corner, and John must decide where he truly belongs.

"Silverado" (1985)
The Wild West, where outlaws reign and justice is hard to find. Enter Emmett (Scott Glenn), who, after being ambushed by a gang of hoodlums, encounters the charismatic Paden (Kevin Kline).

Alongside them is the sharp-shooting Jake (Kevin Costner) and the sturdy Mal (Danny Glover). And let's not forget Slick (Goldblum), the gambler with ambiguous intentions. Together, they navigate a world filled with rivalry, betrayal, and dusty shootouts.

"Fay Grim" (2006)
A decade after her husband Henry vanished, Fay Grim (Parker Posey) discovers that he might be alive. Agent Fulbright (Goldblum) convinces Fay to embark on a global mission, claiming it's for national security.

As the globe-trotting ensues, Fay realizes Henry's mysterious novels may be more than just fiction. Espionage, treachery, and revelations pave this thrilling journey.

"The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension" (1984)
Buckaroo Banzai: a neurosurgeon, physicist, test pilot, and rock musician. When he pierces the 8th Dimension using a rocket-powered car, he unknowingly opens a can of cosmic worms. Dr. Sidney Zweibel (Goldblum), aka New Jersey, joins Banzai's eclectic team to combat a brewing alien threat.

A wild ride, the film embraces its zaniness, bringing together space, rock, and an unforgettable red Lectroid named John.

"Hideaway" (1995)
Death isn't always the end. After a car crash, Hatch Harrison (Goldblum) is clinically dead for over two hours. Revived by a groundbreaking procedure, he's brought back, but not alone. Hatch starts experiencing visions from a malevolent entity.

As he grapples with these haunting sights, he realizes he shares a psychic link with a serial killer, leading to a chilling cat-and-mouse chase.

"Powder" (1995)
In a small Texas town, a unique boy named Powder emerges, having lived in isolation his whole life. With albinism and strange electromagnetic abilities, he's both a wonder and an outcast.

Goldblum's character, Donald Ripley, a schoolteacher, sees potential in Powder and attempts to understand his gifts. But as townsfolk become wary, challenges of acceptance and the human fear of the unknown come to the fore.

"Threshold" (1981)
The realm of medical marvels. Dr. Aldo Gehring (Goldblum) is a trailblazing cardiac surgeon. He's on the verge of an unparalleled breakthrough: an artificial heart.

However, time's running short, and the first human trial becomes imminent when a patient's heart is irreparably damaged. As the clock ticks, Gehring faces ethical dilemmas, the weight of scientific progress, and the very essence of what it means to be alive.