Best Brad Pitt Movies Ranked: From Fight Club to Babylon
Think of Brad Pitt and you’ll immediately picture those classic Hollywood good looks, a dazzling smile and a shock of blonde hair. But Brad is far, far more than just another screen hunk. This guy can seriously act, and with over 50 film credits to his name already, he has proven time and again that he possesses the acting ability to complement those movie-star looks.
His latest film, F1, is roaring into movie theatres right now, so this is the ideal opportunity to take a longer look at one of Hollywood's highest-paid and most interesting stars.
A Career Filled with Iconic Roles
So, who is Brad Pitt? Born in 1963 in Oklahoma, Brad got into acting in his 20s, where his youthful good looks made him a magnet for TV and film producers. However, it quickly became apparent that Brad was more than just another good-looking actor, and his natural charm and ability to excel in any role made him a sought-after talent almost overnight.
With a huge credit list and producers constantly knocking at his door, Brad has been able to carefully select his roles, building an iconic list of performances. Over 35 years later, he's still smashing box office records, and his latest film, the motorsport epic F1, is already receiving rave reviews from the public and critics alike.
Top Brad Pitt Performances of All Time
With such a catalogue of work to choose from, narrowing down Brad Pitt’s top ten performances is a tough call. But let’s give it a go!
Twelve Monkeys (1995)
Nominated for two Oscars and also starring Bruce Willis, this chilling Sci-Fi seems particularly relevant after the Covid Pandemic of 2020/21, with a convict being sent back in time to get the low-down on a man-made plague that wipes out most of humanity. Dark, brooding, and intense, Twelve Monkeys also raises questions about the rights of the individual.
Babylon (2022)
Set in 1920s LA, this sweeping biopic looks at the sheer indulgence and unbridled excess in the golden age of Hollywood, and how it impacted the people who thought they were living the dream. This fascinating film charts the rise and fall of multiple characters, weaving a complex tapestry of tales that all interlink with one another.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
Brad Pitt stars as Benjamin Button, a man who ages in reverse, growing younger, not older. A unique film that lacks direct comparison, it's also one of Pitt's best and most diverse performances, earning him one of his numerous Oscar nominations.
Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood (2019)
With a fabulously retro feel and Quentin Tarantino in the director's chair, this epic film was bound to be a winner. Teaming Pitt with Leonardo DiCaprio was a stroke of genius, too, with the stars fitting together perfectly. Set in 1969, it's a deep dive into the not-so-glamorous side of Hollywood that earned Pitt an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
Snatch (2000)
Violent, slick, and a quintessential Guy Richie film, Snatch saw Pitt take on a challenging role as a gypsy bare-knuckle fighter. Razor-sharp humour and with the ad-libs left in for authenticity, it’s a bold film that is both foul-mouthed and funny in equal measure.
Thelma & Louise (1991)
This road trip movie has an iconic ending, but the journey is just as crucial as the tragic destination. One of Pitt's early films, his performance as JD marked him out as an actor to watch, and showed that he was more than capable of holding his own alongside more established names like Michael Madsen, Harvey Keitel, and Susan Sarandon.
Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
Slick, sophisticated and a film that’ll have you rooting for the ‘bad guys’ all the way, this ensemble crime caper has some of the biggest names in Hollywood all planning the perfect heist. Pitt holds his own in a film that spawned a whole new genre of crime thrillers.
Fury (2014)
Every big Hollywood star has to have at least one war film to their credit, and this is one of Pitt’s best. Playing a war-jaded tank commander, he and his men fight their way across the devastated landscape of Europe in 1945. Raw and hard-hitting, it pulls no punches about the horrors of war.
Fight Club (1999)
One of the seminal films of the latter part of the 20th century, Fight Club evolves from a macho, testosterone-infused outing into something far darker and more sinister, with supernatural undertones.
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
In another partnership with Tarantino, Brad Pitt takes the lead in this complicated film that pitches Jewish-American guerrilla soldiers against Nazis in a very unusual setting. With sharp humour and some bloody violence, it’s an entertaining film that was critically acclaimed as one of Tarantino’s best.
Se7en (1995)
Dark, disturbing, and incredibly intense, this serial killer thriller is one of the most powerful ever made. With a mesmerising performance from Pitt and his partner Morgan Freeman, it’s a frightening journey through the twisted mind of a serial killer who uses the Seven Deadly Sins as his motivation. We won’t give away the twist at the end…
Most Underrated Brad Pitt Movies Worth Revisiting
With just ten films on our list, we've left out many others that are well worth revisiting. Our top picks are the spy thriller, Burn After Reading, the complex and multi-faceted Babel, and the darkly funny Bullet Train, where five assassins all hunt the same quarry on a train ride to carnage.
With collaborations with major directors such as Quentin Tarantino under his belt, Pitt has never been afraid to try new and challenging roles. It's a testament to his skills as an actor that, despite a multi-faceted career, there have been very few misses.
Spotlight on F1 (2025): Brad Pitt’s Next Big Role
Constantly reinventing himself, Pitt has embraced every kind of role throughout his career. His latest film, F1, takes him in a new direction, as one of the older, established character actors in Hollywood, and someone who can act as both an on-screen mentor and a mesmerising leading man.
In F1, he plays a racing driver in the twilight of his career, given the chance to redeem his credentials as a contender in the high-octane world of Formula 1 racing. Critics are calling F1 one of Pitt’s best ever movies, with a mesmerising performance, incredible action scenes and a depth of character that gives this film far more range and appeal. Shot during actual Grand Prix weekends, the film brings unprecedented authenticity to the on-screen world of top-level motor racing. Even if you’ve never watched an F1 race in your life, this film is guaranteed to get your pulse racing.
Where to Watch His Classics on the Big Screen
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Final Thoughts: A Legend Who Keeps Evolving
So, where next for one of Hollywood’s greatest actors? Well, that’s the joy of following Brad Pitt’s career – you never know which direction this talented actor will go next. From rom-coms to crime dramas, science fiction to epic biopics, one thing is for sure: Pitt’s next film is bound to be a winner!
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