Top 15 Superhero Movies
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- DirectorBob PersichettiPeter RamseyRodney RothmanStarsShameik MooreJake JohnsonHailee SteinfeldTeen Miles Morales becomes the Spider-Man of his universe and must join with five spider-powered individuals from other dimensions to stop a threat for all realities.The best superhero movie of all time no cap, with a plethora of heart, humor, action, and inter-dimensional comic book wackiness, all presented in a beautiful style that combines the mediums of comic books and animation.
- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsChristian BaleHeath LedgerAaron EckhartWhen the menace known as the Joker wreaks havoc and chaos on the people of Gotham, Batman must accept one of the greatest psychological and physical tests of his ability to fight injustice.This Christopher Nolan masterpiece is (well-deservedly) most remembered for Heath Ledger's showstopping performance as the Joker, but not to be overlooked is the endlessly engrossing narrative that never lets up in intensity.
- DirectorBryan SingerStarsPatrick StewartIan McKellenHugh JackmanThe X-Men send Wolverine to the past in a desperate effort to change history and prevent an event that results in doom for both humans and mutants.Highly underrated. The height of the X-Men franchise that bridged the classic cast with the newer one in a thrilling and emotional time travel story.
- DirectorSam RaimiStarsTobey MaguireKirsten DunstAlfred MolinaPeter Parker is beset with troubles in his failing personal life as he battles a former brilliant scientist named Otto Octavius.Few superhero movies have so thoroughly explored their protagonists as well as this one. We see the turmoil that Peter Parker's double-life as Spider-Man wreaks on his personal life in a sympathetic viewing, that is otherwise augmented by a fun and campy superhero story.
- DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsChris EvansSamuel L. JacksonScarlett JohanssonAs Steve Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world, he teams up with a fellow Avenger and S.H.I.E.L.D agent, Black Widow, to battle a new threat from history: an assassin known as the Winter Soldier.Not the crown jewel of the MCU, but still the best overall movie in the franchise. This political thriller raises the stakes for the titular hero in personal and thematic ways, and contains the best action in the franchise on top of that.
- DirectorJames MangoldStarsHugh JackmanPatrick StewartDafne KeenIn a future where mutants are nearly extinct, an elderly and weary Logan leads a quiet life. But when Laura, a mutant child pursued by scientists, comes to him for help, he must get her to safety.A beautiful swan song to modern superhero cinema's most enduring character. Violent, political, heart-breaking, and resonant all at once.
- DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris HemsworthMark RuffaloThe Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.The ultimate MCU juggernaut, Infinity War is a marvel in how it perfectly balances its abundance of characters and storylines in a perfect blockbuster that blows you away with its ending.
- DirectorAnthony RussoJoe RussoStarsRobert Downey Jr.Chris EvansMark RuffaloAfter the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War (2018), the universe is in ruins. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers assemble once more in order to reverse Thanos' actions and restore balance to the universe.This immediate follow-up to "Avengers: Infinity War" is equally stunning in how it manages to act as a finale for a 20+ movie franchise that provides a beautiful ending and sendoff to its greatest heroes.
- DirectorChristopher NolanStarsChristian BaleMichael CaineKen WatanabeAfter witnessing his parents' death, Bruce learns the art of fighting to confront injustice. When he returns to Gotham as Batman, he must stop a secret society that intends to destroy the city.As amazing as "The Dark Knight" was, it had to have been built off the back of this, the first live-action Batman movie to explore the rich psychological depth of the character.
- DirectorPatty JenkinsStarsGal GadotChris PineRobin WrightWhen a pilot crashes and tells of conflict in the outside world, Diana, an Amazonian warrior in training, leaves home to fight a war, discovering her full powers and true destiny.Along with being the first female led superhero movie ever worth anything, Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman has the most heart of any superhero since Christopher Reeve's Superman. Loses points for its final act, but still an exciting, emotionally resonant superhero movie.
- DirectorBrad BirdStarsCraig T. NelsonSamuel L. JacksonHolly HunterWhile trying to lead a quiet suburban life, a family of undercover superheroes are forced into action to save the world.This original IP from Pixar is simultaneously the best "Fantastic Four" and "Watchmen" movie all at once. In spite of being a cartoon, some of the mundane realities of superhero life are explored thoroughly here, while a stirring family story gives the movie its heart.
- DirectorRyan CooglerStarsChadwick BosemanMichael B. JordanLupita Nyong'oT'Challa, heir to the hidden but advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must step forward to lead his people into a new future and must confront a challenger from his country's past.While the flaws of this are more apparent than others on this list, so too is the significance of what this movie represents. A superhero movie that has something to say.
- DirectorJon FavreauStarsRobert Downey Jr.Gwyneth PaltrowTerrence HowardAfter being held captive in an Afghan cave, billionaire engineer Tony Stark creates a unique weaponized suit of armor to fight evil.The granddaddy of the MCU, it somehow both set the tone for the franchise that followed, while also remaining a grounded tale. Of course, none of it would have meant anything if it weren't for the pitch perfect casting of Robert Downey Jr.
- DirectorTaika WaititiStarsChris HemsworthTom HiddlestonCate BlanchettImprisoned on the planet Sakaar, Thor must race against time to return to Asgard and stop Ragnarök, the destruction of his world, at the hands of the powerful and ruthless villain Hela.All due respect to "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Deadpool," but this is superhero cinema's funniest movie. Taika Waititi's unique and zany sensibilities breathe new life into Thor, and make an endlessly rewatchable comic book movie.
- DirectorSam RaimiStarsTobey MaguireKirsten DunstWillem DafoeAfter being bitten by a genetically-modified spider, a shy teenager gains spider-like abilities that he uses to fight injustice as a masked superhero and face a vengeful enemy.A fantastic origin story, the strength of Sam Raimi's campy blockbuster after all these years remains the lively world and the relatable characters.