Superman introduces David Corenswet as the Man of Steel in the first chapter of the revamped DC Universe. Directed by James Gunn, the movie balances Superman's enormous powers with his more human side, focusing on Clark Kent's desire to protect humanity while navigating his Kryptonian heritage and the massive expectations placed on him. | © DC Studios/Warner Bros. Pictures
Zack Snyder's Watchmen drags Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' cold war graphic novel straight into 1985's neon-lit grime. The brutal killing of the Comedian pulls masked vigilantes out of forced retirement and straight into an apocalyptic conspiracy that tears apart the very concept of justice. | © Paramount Pictures/DC Comics
Shazam! ditches dark brooding for pure kid-at-heart fun. Zachary Levi leans into goofy physical comedy as teenager Billy Batson's magical adult alter ego, trading punches with Mark Strong's sinister Dr. Sivana while learning how to share a foster home. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/DC Films
Keanu Reeves stars as John Constantine, an occult detective who spends his life battling demons and supernatural forces, in this horror film that's loosely based on DC's Hellblazer comic book series. Constantine has developed a strong cult following over the years, due to its dark atmosphere, striking visual style, and distinctive presentation. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/Village Roadshow Pictures
The Suicide Squad embraces the ridiculous side of DC without forgetting to give its band of outcast supervillains genuine character arcs. The violent, unpredictable adventure of the 2021 film sees the squad sent to Corto Maltese. The chemistry between Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker, King Shark, and Rick Flag is fantastic. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/DC Films
Set in the winter of 1931, Road to Perdition follows a mob enforcer who goes on the run with his young son after a tragedy puts their lives in danger. Tom Hanks delivers a more unusual performance as a hardened hitman, while Tyler Hoechlin plays his son. The cast also includes Paul Newman, Jude Law, Stanley Tucci, and Daniel Craig. As a whole, the film has a beautiful, atmospheric, and melancholic style. | © The Zanuck Company/20th Century Fox
Batman: Under the Red Hood is an underrated animated 2010 film that explores one of Batman's most painful storylines. A mysterious vigilante known as Red Hood begins taking over Gotham's criminal underworld, and Batman is forced to confront an enemy connected to his own past. The animation and voice acting are superb, and the script is phenomenal. | © DC Entertainment/Warner Bros. Animation
Wonder Woman finally gave Diana Prince a major solo movie after decades of waiting. Gal Gadot's performance as the titular character, the menacing threat of Ares, and the film's World War I setting helped make it one of DC's most memorable modern superhero adventures. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/DC Films
Joker takes a darker, grittier approach to one of DC's most iconic supervillains. The psychological thriller dissects the troubled origins of Joker and what motivated him to become a terrifying agent of chaos. Joaquin Phoenix gives the performance of a lifetime as Arthur Fleck (otherwise known as Joker), and the tense atmosphere the film develops is sublime. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/DC Films
Based on Alan Moore and David Lloyd's graphic novel, V for Vendetta is a political thriller set in a dystopian future. Hugo Weaving plays the masked and mysterious character simply known as V, and Natalie Portman stars as Evey Hammond. Together, they lead a story about rebellion and the fight against authoritarianism. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/Vertigo DC Comics
Director Matt Reeves took Batman in a darker, more detective-focused direction with The Batman. Robert Pattinson portrays a younger, inexperienced Batman who must navigate Gotham's underbelly as he investigates a series of disturbing murders committed by the Riddler. The film builds a crime-thriller atmosphere like no other DC project. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/DC Films
Based on the 1997 DC graphic novel of the same name, A History of Violence is a tense crime thriller that follows a seemingly ordinary man named Tom whose act of self-defense sets off a series of events that forces him to reckon with his violent past and who he really is. Viggo Mortensen stars as Tom, with Eddie Harris playing a dangerous mobster named Carl. Both put on powerful performances, thanks to the film's deep themes and smart writing. | © New Line Cinema
Christopher Nolan's trilogy concludes with The Dark Knight Rises, which sees Bruce Wayne forced out of retirement when Bane threatens to destroy Gotham. The epic final chapter explores the consequences of Wayne's actions and his need to embrace fear if he is to become what the city needs. The film is extremely captivating, given how exhilarating its emotional sequences are. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/Syncopy
Few superhero movies have had the cultural impact of Superman: The Movie. Its sincere, heartfelt approach to the character, spectacular set pieces, and impressive visual effects are remarkable. Christopher Reeve's charismatic performance as the Man of Steel made it a landmark for comic book adaptations. We should also mention that John Williams supplied an iconic score for the film. As a whole, this movie helped establish the template for modern superhero cinema. | ©Warner Bros.
Directed by the legendary Christopher Nolan, The Dark Knight remains one of the most celebrated superhero movies ever made. Christian Bale's Batman is pushed to his limits by Heath Ledger's unforgettable Joker and Aaron Eckhart's Harvey Dent. The result is a gripping and realistic crime drama with profound philosophical depth. Altogether, it's a cinematic masterpiece that can be watched over and over again. | © Warner Bros. Pictures/Syncopy
DC has been bringing its iconic comic book characters to the big screen for decades. Some movies have become genuine superhero classics, while others have been more divisive. With so many movies to choose from, here are 15 of the best DC movies ever made. That way, you'll know which ones are worth your time.
