Future police officer, musician, private detective, and driver: about the most memorable roles of Ryan Gosling on his birthday. And a little about which projects to expect him in.

Today, one of Hollywood's most versatile actors is being congratulated on his anniversary — Ryan Gosling.

Ryan is a Canadian who started his career in the States with songs and dances in musical shows. Popularity came to the actor right after his role in "The Notebook", and then it solidified after four successful films released in 2011.

His career includes roles in completely different genres. He participates in comedies and thrillers, sci-fi blockbusters and indie hits. Let's recall the most vivid images from Gosling's filmography.

Jacob — "Crazy, Stupid, Love" (2011)

A romantic comedy with a star-studded cast, in which Ryan Gosling played a cheerful young playboy who takes under his wing a man suffering after a divorce. One of those films where our hero starred alongside Emma Stone.

Sergeant Jerry Wooters — "Gangster Squad" (2013)

An action-packed crime drama that combines elements of a serious action movie and comedy. The main roles are played by Josh Brolin and Ryan Gosling, with Sean Penn as the key antagonist. Despite relatively low ratings, critics noted the vivid portrayal of Ryan's character.

Jared Vennett — "The Big Short" (2015)

This is a biographical drama, even a bit of a comedy — one of the few Oscar-winning films in Ryan Gosling's career. Alongside Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, he showed and told about the global economic crisis in an engaging way.

Sebastian — "La La Land" (2016)

A musical drama that attracted even more fans to Gosling's camp. Paired with Emma Stone, they played a pianist and an actress starting their careers in Los Angeles. A stunning love story with magnificent music earned 6 Oscars.

Dan Dunne — "Half Nelson" (2006)

A serious existential drama about a young middle school teacher who destroys his life with drugs. This is one of the highest-rated films in Ryan Gosling's career and a well-deserved Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

Noah — "The Notebook" (2004)

A romantic film that became an instant classic. Ryan, along with Rachel McAdams, brought to life a passionate couple separated by class differences. And they are remembered for their famous on-screen kiss.

Dean — "Blue Valentine" (2010)

Another emotionally powerful melodrama tells the story of a young couple's relationship crisis, weaving in the romance of their early relationship. The script was written specifically for Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams.

Neil Armstrong — "First Man" (2018)

This biographical drama tells the story of Neil Armstrong and the moon landing mission. Damien Chazelle and Gosling put a lot of effort into creating the image of a hero suffering from the devastating consequences of the space race.

K — "Blade Runner 2049" (2017)

The sequel to the classic sci-fi film and another Oscar-winning film in the Canadian actor's career. The protagonist, police officer K, uncovers an old secret that could disrupt the existing order and is forced to search for Rick Deckard, the hero of the first film. And the audience, along with the characters, fully immerses themselves in an apocalyptic world of stunning beauty and melancholy.

The Driver — "Drive" (2011)

A neo-noir thriller with Ryan Gosling as the silent driver. The film, with a superb soundtrack and elegant cinematography, became a cult classic, and the character is the most memorable role in the actor's career.

Among the future projects where we expect Ryan, the following films are currently listed:

• "The Gray Man" by Anthony and Joe Russo, which will also feature Chris Evans;
• the remake of "The Wolf Man" by director of "Upgrade" Leigh Whannell;
• "Project Hail Mary", where the actor will once again play an astronaut.