Johnny Depp's 10 Best Movies, According to Ranker
Jessica Wilkins Johnny Depp has been involved in many weird and wonderful projects over the years, but which has Ranker's internet voters crowned as its favorite?
Johnny Depp is one of the most influential and popular actors of this generation, whose movies all have a very distinct and unique style. He's best known for his work with auteur director Tim Burton, famous for his comedy/gothic motif, however, Depp's list of credits features many diverse roles.
Ranker has put together an exhaustive list of fans' favorite Johnny Depp movies, and the results might not be quite what many would expect. The actor's resume is full of cult classics and blockbuster hits, all of which feature unique performances that stand out from the crowd.
10 Corpse Bride (2005)
Tim Burton's stop-motion fantasy adventure Corpse Bride is often cited as one of the best uses of animation to date. Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter star alongside each other as Victor and Emily, who accidentally get married and enter the mysterious world of the dead.
The film features Burton's signature dry humor and witty script, which brings his characters to life in a unique way that's unlike any other animated film of the time. It's for this reason that the film has become so beloved by horror fans, despite its mostly lighthearted tone.
9 Alice in Wonderland (2010)
The best decision that Disney's 2010 reboot of Alice in Wonderland ever made was casting Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter. He brings a completely unfamiliar energy to the character that makes him so interesting and engaging to watch, playing off the rest of the cast perfectly.
The film might suffer from those typical tropes that appear in every live-action Disney remake, but its distinct style and voice make it one of the most fun to watch. It also has one of the most original and inventive stories of them all, compared to its source material.
8 Blow (2001)
Blow tells the unbelievable story of George Jung, a high school football star who became involved with the cartel and quickly became the world's number one importer of cocaine. It's an extremely intense and high-octane film that displays the rise and fall of Jung's empire.
Despite being one of his more conventional films, Blow also boasts one of Depp's strongest and most grounded performances to date. He captures the energy of George Jung so inventively, bringing to life this story that easily could have come across as monotonous or lifeless.
7 Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street (2007)
Sweeney Todd is an extremely unique kind of film, blending a thrilling revenge tragedy with plenty of catchy music and intense performances. Depp plays the titular barber, who returns to Fleet Street after fifteen years of imprisonment with a murderous vengeance in his heart and voice.
Helena Bonham Carter and Alan Rickman also star in the film, and their characters are just as entertaining and important as Sweeney Todd himself. Everybody is on top form, bringing this bizarre story to life in a way that feels both natural and unbelievable.
6 Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End (2007)
Captain Jack Sparrow is undeniably Johnny Depp's most iconic and recognizable role to date, and although At World's End isn't the most beloved of the entire franchise, it's still a hugely entertaining experience that perfectly captures the spirit of Pirates of the Caribbean.
At World's End also marks the conclusion of the original Pirates trilogy, featuring the departure of Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom's fan-favorite characters Elizabeth and Will. They're some of the most likable characters in the entire Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, so their exits definitely make this an emotional watch.
5 What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993)
What's Eating Gilbert Grape is a classic American drama adapted from Peter Hedges' 1991 novel of the same name. It tells the story of a young man named Gilbert Grape who is forced to look after his disabled younger brother and mother while searching for his own source of happiness in a world that's constantly against him.
The film also features an extremely underrated performance from Leonardo DiCaprio, who gets plenty of time to shine as Depp's younger brother in a powerful and emotional role. It's a film that values its characters above all else, which makes the story all the more compelling.
4 Sleepy Hollow (1999)
Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow is based on the classic tale The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving, and follows a police detective named Ichabod Crane who is sent to the town of Sleepy Hollow to investigate a series of suspicious murders.
The film blends Burton's signature gothic style with a supernatural story of romance, murder, and mystery. It's one of his most inventive films to date, with a story that's sure to grip any audience and keep them on the edge of their seats throughout.
3 Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)
Many Pirates of the Caribbean fans see Dead Man's Chest as the underrated gem of the franchise, and it's for good reason. Not only does the film firmly build upon the story established in the first installment, but it also introduces several new characters and subplots that help complicate and develop the main cast's journey.
Dead Man's Chest also features some of the biggest fan-favorite scenes in the entire Pirates of the Caribbean saga, such as the chase for Davy Jones' heart or the pirates' escape from captivity. It's an incredibly inventive film that represents a certain brand of blockbuster that Hollywood just doesn't make anymore.
2 Edward Scissorhands (1990)
As far as gothic fantasy films go, it'd be difficult to find one more heartfelt and compassionate than Edward Scissorhands. Despite the elements of horror that it implements into its plot, the film remains an extremely touching examination of loneliness and social exclusion.
Johnny Depp offers a great performance in the titular role, making Edward a completely relatable and sympathetic protagonist that really allows this story to thrive. Winona Ryder also shines as Edward's love interest, with whom he develops a touching bond throughout the film.
1 Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl (2003)
The first Pirates of the Caribbean movie is still widely regarded as the best in the franchise, offering the introduction of Depp's signature character Jack Sparrow alongside a thrilling and gripping story of revenge and adventure. It's unlike any other movie of the same vein, with Verbinski's direction offering a refreshing revitalization of the genre.
Depp's performance is inarguably the highlight of this entire series, and it's possibly at its best here in the first film. He's unbelievably entertaining and charismatic, and every single scene in which he appears is instantly made infinitely more captivating.
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