Top 15 Nicolas Cage Films Ranked

He’s been celebrated, ridiculed, and everything in between, yet one thing remains undeniable: Oscar-winner Nicolas Cage has always poured his heart and soul into every role. His bold, often daring creative decisions have occasionally landed him in the quirky realm of meme culture, but there’s no questioning his raw, explosive talent.

From beloved romantic comedies to emotionally devastating dramas, and even some of the most iconic action films of the '90s, Cage’s filmography is nothing short of extraordinary. In fact, we’ve expanded this “Best Of” list to 15 entries instead of the usual top 10 because his body of work simply demands it. Collaborating with legendary directors like David Lynch, Martin Scorsese, Michael Bay, Ridley Scott, and his own uncle, Francis Ford Coppola, Cage has delivered performances that have become etched into cinematic history. (For more unforgettable moments, check out the ultimate fan-curated list of the 40 best Nicolas Cage scenes.)

Over his four-decade career, Cage has taken on every genre imaginable—from thrilling blockbusters to introspective art-house films. Whether he’s battling chemical threats in San Francisco, indulging in wild escapades in Las Vegas, or even starring in self-referential meta-adventures about his own legacy, these are our picks for Nicolas Cage’s greatest movies of all time.