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Joel and Ethan Coen reunite: A list of all of the Coen brothers’ movies
The brothers have produced over a dozen films since the 1980s that combine intricate visuals with some of Hollywood’s quirkiest characters.
The Coen brothers, Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, have received numerous awards and accolades throughout their filmmaking career. They have directed 18 films together, with another recently announced to be released in the future.
Their 2007 film ‘No Country for Old Men’, won both Best Picture and Best Director at the Oscars. Let’s see what else they have created.
Full filmography
Blood Simple (1984): This was the Coen brothers’ debut feature film; a neo-noir crime thriller set in Texas. It established their signature style of dark humor, intricate plotting, and atmospheric cinematography.
Raising Arizona (1987): This offbeat comedy tells the story of a childless couple who decide to kidnap one of the quintuplets born to a wealthy local family.
Miller’s Crossing (1990): A stylish gangster film set during the Prohibition era, this movie explores themes of loyalty and betrayal.
Barton Fink (1991): This darkly comedic film follows a New York playwright who moves to Hollywood to write for the film industry and encounters bizarre and surreal experiences. It won the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
The Hudsucker Proxy (1994): A satirical comedy set in the corporate world of the 1950s, the film tells the story of an idealistic inventor and a scheming executive.
Fargo (1996): Considered their most acclaimed film, Fargo is a black comedy crime thriller set in snowy Minnesota. It weaves a tale of kidnapping, murder, and inept criminals with a distinctive blend of dark humor and suspense.
The Big Lebowski (1998): This crime comedy centers around “The Dude,” a slacker who gets caught up in a case of mistaken identity. The film has become known for its quotable dialogue, memorable characters, and offbeat humor; a cult classic.
O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000): Set in the Depression-era American South, this musical comedy adventure follows three escaped convicts on a journey to find hidden treasure. The film features a Grammy-winning soundtrack of folk and bluegrass music.
The Man Who Wasn’t There (2001): A neo-noir crime film shot in black and white, it tells the story of a barber who becomes involved in a blackmail scheme. The film explores existential themes and showcases the Coen brothers’ visual storytelling skills.
Intolerable Cruelty (2003): A romantic comedy with a twist, it follows a successful divorce attorney who falls for a gold-digging woman. The film satirizes the world of divorce and features sharp dialogue and clever plot twists.
The Ladykillers (2004): The film follows a group of eccentric criminals planning a heist while posing as musicians. The film features an ensemble cast and showcases the Coen brothers’ penchant for eccentric characters.
No Country for Old Men (2007): Based on Cormac McCarthy’s novel, this intense thriller explores the escalating violence that follows the discovery of a drug deal gone wrong. It won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Burn After Reading (2008): A dark comedy about the misadventures of a group of eccentric characters who stumble upon a disc containing sensitive government information. The film satirizes the intelligence community and features an ensemble cast.
A Serious Man (2009): Set in 1967, this darkly comedic film follows a Jewish professor facing a series of personal and professional crises. It delves into themes of religion, identity, and existential uncertainty.
True Grit (2010): The film follows a young girl hiring a grizzled U.S. Marshal to track down her father’s killer. The film earned critical acclaim and received numerous award nominations.
Inside Llewyn Davis (2013): Set in the 1960s New York folk music scene, it follows a struggling musician as he navigates personal and professional challenges. The film features a captivating break-out performance by Oscar Isaac and a folk music soundtrack.
Hail, Caesar! (2016): A comedic homage to the Golden Age of Hollywood, it follows a Hollywood fixer dealing with various problems plaguing a major studio. The film showcases the Coen brothers’ love for the filmmaking industry and features an ensemble cast including George Clooney and Scarlett Johansson.
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018): This anthology film consists of six interconnected stories set in the Old West. Each story explores different aspects of the Western genre, ranging from darkly comedic to poignant and tragic. The author’s personal favourite.