Every Denis Villeneuve Movie, Ranked and Where To Watch Them

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Denis Villeneuve has made a name for himself as one of the most compelling directors of our time. He has often been compared to Christopher Nolan for his innovative style and daring vision. His success in Canada’s film industry soon propelled him onto the international stage. It resulted in him being entrusted with some of the most influential sci-fi franchises of all time, including the Timothée Chalamet-led Dune reboot. Following the release and success of Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two, viewers may wish to acquaint themselves with more of his masterpieces. This guide will rank each of Villeneuve’s films and detail where to watch them.

Ranking Villeneuve’s movies is no easy task, considering not a single one of his movies has ever failed critically. Still, some of his films stand out more than others, particularly Arrival. The Amy Adams-led film received universal acclaim as a sci-fi movie that few others parallel in sophistication. Even real-life linguistic experts who watched the movie praised the depth and accuracy in depicting communication with extraterrestrials. It was the kind of challenging movie that demanded to be thought about rather than merely seen.

Sicario, Dune, Dune: Part Two, and Blade Runner 2049 aren’t far behind Arrival. Between the performances of Emily Blunt, Benicio del Toro, and Josh Brolin and Villeneuve’s masterful directing, Sicario is a dark, gritty, intense, and profoundly moving commentary on the border drug war. Meanwhile, with Dune, the director adapted a sprawling work of literature often considered inadaptable. Then, he managed to produce a sequel that arguably eclipsed the original with even higher stakes, greater character development, and stunning cinematography. At the same time, Blade Runner 2049 proved to be a worthy successor despite facing the pressure of being a sequel to a cult classic.

Some of Villeneuve’s lesser-known films, such as Prisoners, are also among his very best. Although it didn’t receive as much fanfare as his sci-fi epics, the Hugh Jackman-led movie is a haunting and unforgettable story about how far a parent will go to receive justice for a missing child. Incendies is another hidden gem from the director.

Although there are several standouts among his films, nearly all of Villeneuve’s works are worth a watch. His beautiful style and skill in creating thrilling and visually appealing movies that tackle sophisticated themes make them a must-see. Here are all 12 of Villeneuve’s films ranked based on quality and recognition and where to watch them.

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  1. Arrival

    Arrival

    2016

    #1

    Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.

  2. Dune: Part Two

    Dune: Part Two

    2024

    #2

    Follow the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, Paul endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.

  3. Sicario

    Sicario

    2015

    #3

    An idealistic FBI agent is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the border area between the U.S. and Mexico.

  4. Dune

    Dune

    2021

    #4

    Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

  5. Blade Runner 2049

    Blade Runner 2049

    2017

    #5

    Thirty years after the events of the first film, a new blade runner, LAPD Officer K, unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into chaos. K's discovery leads him on a quest to find Rick Deckard, a former LAPD blade runner who has been missing for 30 years.

  6. Prisoners

    Prisoners

    2013

    #6

    Keller Dover is facing every parent’s worst nightmare. His six-year-old daughter, Anna, is missing, together with her young friend, Joy, and as minutes turn to hours, panic sets in. The only lead is a dilapidated RV that had earlier been parked on their street.

  7. Incendies

    Incendies

    2010

    #7

    A mother's last wishes send twins Jeanne and Simon on a journey to Middle East in search of their tangled roots. Adapted from Wajdi Mouawad's acclaimed play, Incendies tells the powerful and moving tale of two young adults' voyage to the core of deep-rooted hatred, never-ending wars and enduring love.

  8. Enemy

    Enemy

    2014

    #8

    A mild-mannered college professor discovers a look-alike actor and delves into the other man's private affairs.

  9. Polytechnique

    Polytechnique

    2009

    #9

    A dramatization of the Montreal Massacre of 1989 where several female engineering students were murdered by an unstable misogynist.

  10. Maelstrom

    Maelstrom

    2000

    #10

    A young woman's life spirals into chaos after she is involved in a hit-and-run accident. Then she encounters a mysterious man named Evian who offers her an opportunity for redemption. Narrated by a fish.

  11. August 32nd on Earth

    #11

    After escaping unscathed from a car accident, photo model Simone decides that having a baby is the only way to give her vacant life some meaning. She asks her best friend Philippe to get her pregnant, and he reluctantly agrees, on the condition that they conceive somewhere in a desert, so they leave Montréal on a 24-hour round-trip to Salt Lake City to find a suitable spot.

  12. Happiness Bound

    #12

    Poetry and cinema merge as 11 filmmakers bring to life 21 poems by Quebec poets.

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