Top 15 Nicolas Cage Films of All Time

Nicolas Cage, an Oscar-winning actor, has experienced a rollercoaster of reactions throughout his career—praise, applause, mockery, and criticism. Yet, he consistently delivers performances with unmatched passion and intensity. His bold creative decisions have occasionally catapulted him into the realm of internet memes, but there's no question about the raw, explosive talent he possesses.

Cage's filmography spans acclaimed romantic comedies, heart-wrenching dramas, and some of the most iconic action blockbusters of the 1990s. His resume is so extensive that we've expanded our "Best Of" list to 15 entries, rather than sticking to the traditional top 10. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with legendary directors such as David Lynch, Martin Scorsese, Michael Bay, Ridley Scott, and even his uncle, Francis Ford Coppola, delivering performances that have left an indelible mark on cinema history. (For more unforgettable moments, don't miss the list of the 40 best Nicolas Cage moments compiled by a dedicated Cage aficionado who has seen every film in his oeuvre.)

Over four decades, Cage has explored virtually every genre imaginable—from thwarting a chemical gas attack in San Francisco to embarking on a deadly spree in Las Vegas, even playing a meta-version of himself reflecting on his own career. Here are our selections for the best Nicolas Cage movies of all time.