Remembering Philip Seymour Hoffman One Year Later: His Most Memorable Roles

It's been one year since Philip Seymour Hoffman passed away, leaving behind a family and a legion of fans who appreciated his impressive and eclectic body of work. The Oscar winner was mesmerizing in drama, could make us laugh in comedies, and created characters that only he could have embodied. We're looking back on the roles that made Hoffman's legacy truly memorable.

Boogie Nights (1997)
New Line Cinema

Boogie Nights (1997)

As porn cameraman Scotty J, Hoffman is so endearing — and scene-stealing. He completes an incredible acting ensemble created by Paul Thomas Anderson, with whom he'd continue to work.

The Big Lebowski (1998)
Universal Pictures

The Big Lebowski (1998)

The Coen brothers' modern classic gave Hoffman a role to shine in, even if it's brief. He plays Brandt, the all-important right-hand man to the big Lebowski himself.

Almost Famous (2000)
Columbia Pictures

Almost Famous (2000)

How cool is Hoffman as Lester Bangs, Rolling Stone reporter, telling a young journalist he's not cool while reciting some of the best dialogue? It's one of Hoffman's many supporting roles where he doesn't get a ton of screen time, yet is one of the most memorable parts of the movie.

Magnolia (2000)
New Line Cinema

Magnolia (2000)

Hoffman reunited with Paul Thomas Anderson in another of Anderson's ensembles, and as a gentle hospice nurse, he manages not to get overshadowed amid the myriad story lines.

Along Came Polly (2004)
Universal Pictures

Along Came Polly (2004)

In one of Hoffman's rare comedic roles, he plays Sandy Lyle, a grown-up child actor with poor manners but excellent comedic timing.

Capote (2005)
Sony Pictures Classics

Capote (2005)

Hoffman won an Oscar for his portrayal of the iconic author Truman Capote — an extremely well-deserved honor (remember his voice?) that just confirmed how great an actor we already knew he was.

Doubt (2008)

Doubt (2008)

Hoffman plays a priest accused of a heinous crime in this drama, going toe-to-toe with Meryl Streep. His performance makes you trust him, then question him — it's no wonder it was nominated for an Academy Award. Source: Miramax

The Master (2012)
The Weinstein Company

The Master (2012)

Hoffman earned another Oscar nomination for his chilling performance as cult leader Lester Dodd in another of director Paul Thomas Anderson's projects.

Catching Fire (2013) and Mockingjay - Part 1 (2014)
Lionsgate

Catching Fire (2013) and Mockingjay - Part 1 (2014)

Hoffman makes an impact with his small but pivotal role in two Hunger Games films as Plutarch Heavensbee.