Incendies
At #1, Incendies is one of the most cited Denis Villeneuve films when viewers rank the director's catalog. Compare scores and streaming options on MovieLinks before you queue the next title.
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This list ranks all ten Denis Villeneuve feature films from highest to lowest TMDB score. From intimate Quebec dramas to IMAX-scale sci-fi epics, Villeneuve has become Hollywood's most sought-after visionary — blending slow-burn tension, stunning cinematography, and ambitious world-building across every genre he touches.
Denis Villeneuve Films Ranked
Prisoners
At #2, Prisoners is one of the most cited Denis Villeneuve films when viewers rank the director's catalog. Check MovieLinks for ratings, posters, and where to watch each film in this ranked set.
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Dune: Part Two
Dune: Part Two holds the #3 slot here thanks to how strongly Denis Villeneuve fans rate it against the rest of the filmography. Compare scores and streaming options on MovieLinks before you queue the next title.
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Dune
At #4, Dune is one of the most cited Denis Villeneuve films when viewers rank the director's catalog. Check MovieLinks for ratings, posters, and where to watch each film in this ranked set.
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Arrival
Arrival ranks #5 in this Denis Villeneuve filmography guide — a signature entry for fans working through the director's work. Check MovieLinks for ratings, posters, and where to watch each film in this ranked set.
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Blade Runner 2049
Blade Runner 2049 holds the #6 slot here thanks to how strongly Denis Villeneuve fans rate it against the rest of the filmography. Compare scores and streaming options on MovieLinks before you queue the next title.
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Sicario
At #7, Sicario is one of the most cited Denis Villeneuve films when viewers rank the director's catalog. Check MovieLinks for ratings, posters, and where to watch each film in this ranked set.
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Polytechnique
Polytechnique ranks #8 in this Denis Villeneuve filmography guide — a signature entry for fans working through the director's work. Compare scores and streaming options on MovieLinks before you queue the next title.
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Enemy
Enemy holds the #9 slot here thanks to how strongly Denis Villeneuve fans rate it against the rest of the filmography. Compare scores and streaming options on MovieLinks before you queue the next title.
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Maelström
At #10, Maelström is one of the most cited Denis Villeneuve films when viewers rank the director's catalog. Compare scores and streaming options on MovieLinks before you queue the next title.
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How are these Denis Villeneuve movies ranked?
This list ranks all ten Villeneuve-directed feature films by TMDB user score from highest to lowest. Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer scores appear on each card for additional context. Rankings reflect audience ratings and can shift over time.
What is Denis Villeneuve's best movie?
By TMDB score, Incendies, Prisoners, and Dune: Part Two tie at the top. Critics often highlight Arrival and Blade Runner 2049 as his most accomplished Hollywood work, while Incendies remains his most acclaimed overall.
Should I watch Dune Part One before Part Two?
Yes. Dune: Part Two continues directly from the first film and assumes familiarity with Paul, the Atreides family, and the politics of Arrakis. Watch them back-to-back for the full story.
Are Villeneuve's early French films included?
Yes. Maelström and Polytechnique are included alongside his English-language thrillers and sci-fi epics. His debut feature August 32nd on Earth and short films are not on this list.
What order should I watch Villeneuve movies in?
Release order works well and shows his evolution from Quebec indie dramas to blockbusters. For a quick introduction to his style, start with Prisoners or Arrival, then explore Incendies and the Dune saga.
