Napoleon, Joker, Her... all of Joaquin Phoenix’s movies ranked from worst to best according to IMDb

Joaquin Rafael Phoenix was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on October 28, 1974 (curiously, the middle name on his birth certificate is Bottom...). The American actor is recipient of one Academy Award and has been nominated four times for best actor. Additionally, his accolades include two Golden Globes, a Latin Grammy, a SAG, a BAFTA, 2 Critics Choice Awards, a Volpi Cup at the Venice International Film Festival and the award for best actor at the Cannes Film Festival.

We round up Joaquin Phoenix’s 10 best movies ranked from worst to best according to IMDb and where to watch them online.

All for a dream

A cast consisting of Nicole Kidman, Matt Dillon, Joaquin Phoenix, Alison Folland, Casey Affleck, Illeana Douglas, Dan Hedaya, Wayne Knight, Kurtwood Smith, Holland Taylor, Susan Traylor, Maria Tucci, Tim Hopper, Michael Rispoli and Buck Henry. It started with a budget of 20 million dollars and managed to raise more than 41 million dollars at the box office.

The film by filmmaker Gus Van Sant tells the life of a woman who pursues the dream of becoming a television reporter while offering a strong criticism of the morality of triumph at any price that exists in society.

The Sisters Brothers

Starring John C. Reilly, Joaquin Phoenix, Jake Gyllenhaal and Riz Ahmed. It was started on a budget of 38 million dollars and fell short in terms of box office receipts, as it was not very successful, grossing just over 13 million dollars. It is a feature film by Jacques Audiard of the western and black comedy genre.

It is based on the novel of the same name by Patrick de Witt. In the awards and recognition section, we highlight the award for John C. Reilly as best actor in a foreign film awarded by the Sant Jordi Awards.

Two Lovers

Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Gwyneth Paltrow, John Ortiz, Vinessa Shaw and Samantha Ivers. This is a film loosely based on the work of Russian writer Fyodor Dostoyevsky called White Nights. It tells the story of Leonard (Played by Joaquin Phoenix), a young Jewish man who returns to his parents’ home after trying to take his own life.

On his return, he meets two women: Michelle a beautiful and attractive neighbor with emotional problems. And then Sandra: A charming woman who is the daughter of her father’s partnerthe charming daughter of her father’s partner, and Michelle, an attractive neighbor with emotional problems.

The Master

Starring Jonathan Phoenix, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams. It was made on a budget of $32 million and grossed over $28 million at the box office. Paul Thomas Anderson’s feature film tells the story of a World War II veteran named Freddie Quell who struggles to integrate and adapt to a post-war society.

In the midst of this process, he meets Lancaster Dodd, leader of a philosophical movement called The Cause. From here, Dodd and Freddie Quell embark on a journey along the entire East Coast of the United States to spread their teachings, ideas and knowledge.

In the awards and recognition section, we highlight the nomination of Joaquin Phoenix as best actor at the Oscars, Golden Globes and BAFTAs.

Quills

A cast consisting of Geoffrey Rush, Kate Winslet, Joaquin Phoenix, Michael Caine, Billie Whitelaw, Patrick Malahide, Amelia Warner, Jane Menelaus, Stephen Moyer, Tony Pritchard, Michael Jenn, Danny Babington, George Yiasoumi, Stephen Marcus, Elizabeth Berrington, Ron Cook and Rebecca Palmer.

This is a feature film directed by the American filmmaker Philip Kaufman and written by Doug Wright based on his play of the same name. In the awards and recognition section, we highlight the 3 nominations for the Oscars in the categories of best actor in a leading role (Geoffrey Rush), best art direction and best costume design.

Additionally, we would like to highlight the two awards given by the National Board of Review in 2000: Freedom of Expression Award for best film and best supporting actor (Joaquin Phoenix). Additionally, the Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for best supporting actor also for Joaquin Phoenix.

C’mon C’mon. Always forward

Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Gaby Hoffmann, Scoot McNairy, Molly Webster, Jaboukie Young-White and Woody Norman. The film was made on a budget of $8.3 million and grossed over $4.5 million at the box office. It tells the story of an artist (Starring Joaquin Phoenix) who goes away to care for his young nephew, forging an unexpected bond during a journey they embark on together.

In the awards and recognition section, we highlight Joaquin Phoenix’s nomination for Best Leading Performance at the Gotham Awards, as well as his nomination for Best Actor at the Satellite Awards.

On the tightrope

Starring Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. The film is based on the life of singer Johnny Cash. In the awards and recognition section, we highlight the 4 nominations for the Oscars -among which is Joaquin Phoenix as a candidate for best actor-, the additional Oscar for Reese Witherspoon as best actress, 2 BAFTAs and a nomination for Joaquin Phoenix. Finally, we highlight the 3 Golden Globes among which Joaquin Phoenix won the Golden Globe for best actor in a Comedy or musical.

Her

Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Rooney Mara, Olivia Wilde and Scarlett Johansson. It started with a budget of 23 million dollars and managed to raise more than 48 million dollars at the box office. It is a film directed by filmmaker Spike Jonze of the science fiction and romantic drama genre that tells the story of a man (Joaquin Phoenix) who develops a relationship with an AI virtual assistant (Artificial Intelligence) personified through a female voice called Samantha (and played by actress Scarlett Johansson).

In the awards and recognitions section, we highlight the 5 nominations for the Oscar awards of which it won in the category of best original screenplay. Additionally, 3 nominations at the Golden Globes and winning again in the category of best original screenplay and highlighting the nomination of Joaquin Phoenix as best actor.

Joker

Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, Frances Conroy, Brett Cullen, Glenn Fleshler, Bill Camp, Shea Whigham and Marc Maron. It was a real blockbuster at the box office, grossing more than $1,074 million from a budget of $55 million. In the awards section, we highlight the 11 nominations for Oscars and winning in 2 categories: Best actor (Joaquin Phoenix) and best original soundtrack.

Categories that were repeated at the Golden Globes -out of 4 nominations-. Finally, we highlight its 3 BAFTA awards in the categories of best actor (Joaquin Phoenix), best original music and best casting.

Gladiator

Starring Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix and Connie Nielsen. It started with a budget of 103 million dollars and turned out to be a real blockbuster at the box office, grossing more than 457 million dollars worldwide. It was a success among both critics and the public. In fact, many voices recognized that in one way or another, it contributed to the resurgence of epic cinema.

The production, led by actor Russell Crowe, received numerous nominations and awards, among which we highlight its 5 Oscars won, 2 of them as best actor for Russell Crowe and as best film. Joaquin Phoenix plays the role of Commodus, the corrupt, wicked and immoral son of Marcus Aurelius.

Where can I watch ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’?

Joker 2 premiered on 4 September at the 81st Venice International Film Festival and hits theaters today Friday 4 October at 11 global IMAX 70mm film locations.

US viewers can watch Joker 2 on a number of streaming services. Per TV Guide, the movie is available for free to subscribers to TNT, TBS and Max. You can also rent it for $3.99 on Apple TV, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home.