Andrew Garfield has this weird, almost magical ability to make us forget he was ever a superhero. Honestly, if you watched him in Tick, Tick... Boom! or Hacksaw Ridge, you know he’s not just a guy in spandex. He’s a shapeshifter. But his latest project is something else entirely. After the Hunt, the Andrew Garfield new movie directed by the visionary Luca Guadagnino, is currently setting the internet on fire—not because everyone loves it, but because nobody can agree on it.
It's a "cancel culture" thriller. Or a philosophy drama. Or a marriage story. Basically, it’s all of them at once.
The film officially hit select theaters on October 10, 2025, and expanded wide on October 17. If you haven't seen it yet, you've likely seen the headlines. It stars Julia Roberts as Alma, a high-level Yale professor who finds her world crumbling when one of her students, played by The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri, accuses Alma’s close friend and colleague of a heinous act. That colleague? That’s Garfield.
What Actually Happens in After the Hunt?
The plot is a slow-motion car crash. Not the "explosions and Michael Bay" kind, but the "intellectuals ruining their lives" kind. Andrew Garfield plays Henrik "Hank" Gibson. He’s charming. He’s a bit of a peacock. He’s the kind of academic who quotes Nietzsche while leaning a little too close to his female students.
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When Edebiri’s character, Maggie, claims Hank assaulted her, the movie doesn't give us a flashback. We don't see "The Event." We just see the fallout.
Luca Guadagnino (the guy who gave us Challengers and Call Me by Your Name) loves a good triangle. Here, it’s less about romance and more about a "pyramid of longing." Alma (Roberts) wants to protect her friend Hank. Maggie wants justice. And Alma’s husband, Frederik (played by the always-brilliant Michael Stuhlbarg), just wants to know why his wife is so obsessed with her "friend" Hank.
Critics are split down the middle. As of early 2026, the film is sitting with a divisive score on Rotten Tomatoes—somewhere in the 49% to 55% range depending on the day. Some people think it’s a "flimsy house of cards," while others argue it's a masterpiece of modern morality.
One thing everyone agrees on? Garfield is terrifyingly good. Usually, he’s the "good guy." Not here. Here, he’s arrogant, defensive, and has a short fuse that makes you question everything he says.
Beyond the Hunt: What’s Next for Andrew?
If the dark, gritty Yale drama isn't your vibe, don't worry. The Andrew Garfield new movie slate for 2026 is actually pretty stacked. He's moving from "problematic professor" to "magical dad" and "historical rebel."
The Magic Faraway Tree
This is the big one for families. Based on the Enid Blyton books, Garfield plays Tim Thompson. He and Claire Foy (from The Crown) are a couple who move their kids to the countryside, only to find a tree that leads to different worlds. It sounds whimsical, but the director, Ben Gregor, says it’s actually going to touch on "post-pandemic anxiety" for kids.
- Release Date: March 27, 2026 (UK).
- The Cast: It’s ridiculous. Nicola Coughlan is in it. Jessica Gunning from Baby Reindeer. Even Rebecca Ferguson.
- Why it matters: It’s Andrew’s first real "family blockbuster" in a long time.
The Uprising
Then there's the Paul Greengrass project. Originally called The Hood, then The Rage, it's now officially The Uprising. It’s an action-heavy period drama about the Peasants' Revolt of 1381. Garfield is playing Wat Tyler, the leader of the rebellion.
Think Braveheart but with the shaky-cam intensity of the Bourne movies. They started filming in Bavaria and Nuremberg in late 2025. It’s expected to be a major awards contender in late 2026.
Voyagers (The Carl Sagan Biopic)
And let’s not forget the project that has science nerds hyperventilating. Garfield is set to play legendary astronomer Carl Sagan in Voyagers. Daisy Edgar-Jones is playing Ann Druyan. It’s the story of the Golden Record and the launch of the Voyager probes in 1977.
Why We’re Still Obsessed With Andrew Garfield
People kept asking if he’d do Spider-Man 4. He kept lying about No Way Home. But honestly? He’s better than just being a superhero.
Look at We Live in Time. That movie, which came out in late 2024/early 2025, proved he and Florence Pugh could carry a non-linear "weepy" drama and make it feel fresh. It grossed nearly $60 million on a modest budget. That’s "movie star" power in a world where only franchises usually win.
His choice to do After the Hunt shows he’s not afraid to be unlikable. He plays Hank as a man who thinks he’s too smart to be caught in a scandal. It’s uncomfortable to watch. It’s supposed to be.
Actionable Insights for Fans and Viewers
If you’re trying to keep up with the Garfield-verse, here is the move.
First, watch After the Hunt on Amazon MGM Studios' streaming platform or in theaters if it's still playing near you. Don't go in expecting a clear "whodunnit" answer. It’s a movie about the grey areas.
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Second, keep an eye on the UK release of The Magic Faraway Tree this March. If it follows the Paddington model (which the writer Simon Farnaby also wrote), it might not hit U.S. shores for a few months after the British premiere.
Finally, if you’re a history buff, start reading up on the 1381 Peasants' Revolt. The Uprising is going to be a brutal, muddy look at class warfare, and knowing the real story of Wat Tyler will make Garfield’s performance hit much harder when the trailer finally drops.
Andrew Garfield isn't slowing down. He’s just getting weirder, bolder, and much more interesting.