Top 15 Nicolas Cage Films Ranked

Nicolas Cage, an Oscar-winning actor, has experienced a rollercoaster of reactions from praise and applause to mockery and criticism. Yet, his unwavering commitment to his craft shines through, as he pours his heart and soul into every role he takes on. His bold, creative choices have occasionally ventured into the realm of internet memes, but there's no denying the explosive talent that Cage brings to the screen.

Cage has starred in acclaimed romantic comedies, soul-crushing dramas, and some of the most iconic action films of the 1990s. His extensive filmography is so rich that we've expanded our "Best Of" list to include 15 standout movies, rather than the usual top 10. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with legendary directors such as David Lynch, Martin Scorsese, Michael Bay, Ridley Scott, and even his own uncle, Francis Ford Coppola, delivering some of the most unforgettable performances in cinematic history. (For more unforgettable moments, don't miss the list of the 40 best Nicolas Cage moments compiled by a dedicated Cage superfan who has seen every film he's starred in.)

Over four decades, Cage has explored every genre imaginable, from thwarting a chemical gas attack in San Francisco to embarking on a lethal bender in Las Vegas, even playing a version of himself in a meta-adventure that reflects on his own career. Here, we present our selections for Nicolas Cage's best movies of all time.