Dynamic Duos: Reunited Onscreen - Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, and More
Discover the magic of on-screen chemistry as these actors prove time and again that their collaborations are nothing short of extraordinary From Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence to Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, delve into the captivating world of iconic partnerships in Hollywood
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling have developed such a strong working relationship that they consistently collaborate on various projects, showcasing their perfect onscreen chemistry in films such as Crazy, Stupid, Love, Gangster Squad, and La La Land. This has also led to a genuine friendship between the two actors.
During a Q&A at the Telluride Film Festival in September 2018, Stone expressed her gratitude for Ryan, saying, "I can't even imagine what my life would be without him." The Easy A star went on to explain how her "dear, wonderful friend" enhances her experience when they are working together on the same set.
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"He's truly exceptional. His talent moves me on an emotional level. Working with him is a pleasure because he's not only incredibly skilled, but also collaborative and enthusiastic about the process. I've learned a great deal about generosity from him," Stone expressed. Check out below for more actors who have maintained on-screen partnerships:
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Actors Who Worked Together Again and Again: Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone and More
These actors have enjoyed working with one another so much that they continued to score roles in the same projects.
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling's onscreen chemistry was flawless in films such as Crazy, Stupid, Love, Gangster Squad, and La La Land, leading to a genuine friendship between the two.
"I can't even fathom what my life would be like without Ryan," Stone exclaimed during a Q&A at the Telluride Film Festival in September 2018.
The actress from Easy A shared how her close friend contributes to her positive experience when they work together on set.
"He's truly remarkable. It's quite moving. He's incredibly talented, yet he's also a fantastic person to collaborate with, always enthusiastic about the creative process. I've learned a great deal about generosity from working with him," Stone expressed at that moment.
Scroll down for other actors who have continued to share the screen together:
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Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling
Robbie and Gosling initially worked together on The Big Short in 2015 before co-starring as Barbie and Ken in Barbie in 2023. They are also slated to appear in a future Ocean's Eleven film. Ocean's Eleven producer Josey McNamara stated in October 2023, "They work incredibly well together. It would be fantastic to have them collaborate on more projects in the future."
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Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence
Cooper and Lawrence have appeared in Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle, Serena, Joy, Between Two Ferns and The First Monday in May.
"The role just fell into place," the A Star Is Born actor told We exclusively in March 2015. "We were both cast in Silver Linings, and when she had to pass on another movie, the role became available and it worked out."
Cooper also discussed the impact of working with Lawrence on his career, saying, "I have so much respect for her as a professional and an actor. I believe she's the best there is. I just learn from her. You always want to work with people who are better than you."
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Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum
Hill and Tatum have collaborated on several films including 21 Jump Street, This Is The End, The Lego Movie franchise, 22 Jump Street, and Hail, Caesar.
“It's not always the case,” the Magic Mike actor told CNN in June 2014. “You might take a movie because you admire someone's work, and then find out that you don't actually enjoy working with them. We were just fortunate that it worked out for us.”
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Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone
Gosling and Stone starred as romantic interests in Crazy, Stupid, Love, Gangster Squad and La La Land together.
"Emma Stone is always like a kid opening Christmas presents," Gosling shared with Entertainment Tonight in December 2016, following their collaboration on three movies. "There's no one quite like her. The moment she joined the film, I knew it would be something special."
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Seth Rogen and James Franco
The twosome have shared the screen in projects such as Freaks and Geeks, Pineapple Express, This Is the End, The Interview, Sausage Party and The Disaster Artist.
Rogen disclosed that his longstanding professional relationship with close friend Franco has ended due to allegations of sexual abuse against Franco. "I currently have no intention of [working with Franco]," Rogen stated in an interview with the U.K.'s Sunday Times in May 2021. "What I can say is that I detest abuse and harassment, and I would never hide or condone the actions of someone engaging in it, or knowingly expose someone to a situation where they were around such a person."
The allegations have greatly impacted the pair's relationship and dynamic, and he confessed uncertainty about the status of his friendship with Franco in the aftermath. "I can't define that right now," he noted.
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Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg
Stewart and Eisenberg captivated fans in Adventureland, American Ultra and Café Society.
"We're both kind of weirdos. But together as a team, we feel a little less weird because we understand each other. It's like the nerds coming together to create something cool, like, 'Oh, we can make a great movie together!'" the Happiest Season actress shared with Today in August 2015.
She added, "When I found out that Jesse was already involved with a script that was sent to me, I just knew, even before reading it, that this was going to be my next job. It was a no-brainer considering they wanted me to do it."
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Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler
The twosome shared the screen in The Wedding Singer, 50 First Dates, Blended over the years.
“I stalked Adam Sandler because I was convinced we were supposed to work together,” Barrymore admitted in a Vanity Fair interview in September 2018. “All I can say to him is I was right."
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Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort
After collaborating on the Divergent film franchise and in The Fault in our Stars, Woodley believes that their secret to success is being comfortable around each other.
“We had our disagreements at times, and if we didn’t have a strong bond, we might have avoided expressing our differing opinions out of politeness. But we were always honest with each other when things weren’t going as planned. This dynamic really enhanced our portrayals of the characters," the Big Little Lies alum stated in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in May 2014.
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Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan
Hanks and Ryan have made their mark in projects like Sleepless in Seattle, Joe vs. the Volcano, Ithaca and You've Got Mail.
During an interview with producer Gary Foster in December 2019, the When Harry Met Sally actress expressed, "He's just so easy. He listens and he roots for other people." Ryan is a big fan of her frequent costar due to their shared similar work ethic.
"[Hanks] is not a fan of drama. I share the same sentiment," she conveyed. "We're simply here to enjoy ourselves; this should be a creative and lighthearted experience."
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Julia Roberts and George Clooney
They have co-starred in Ocean's Eleven, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, August: Osage County, and Money Monster. Clooney expressed his admiration for Roberts, saying "We've been really good friends for a really long time and I just adore her," in a 2015 interview with E!.
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Tina Fey and Amy Poehler
Despite their collaborations on projects such as Saturday Night Live, Mean Girls, Baby Mama, Anchorman 2, Sisters, and Wine Country, it is uncertain whether Fey and Poehler will team up for a small screen project in the near future.
"We're regarded as comedy team ... [but] we're actually both alphas," Fey explained at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival.
