Brad Pitt, one of Hollywood's most charismatic and versatile actors, has had a storied career spanning over three decades. From his breakout role in "Thelma & Louise" to his Oscar-winning performance in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," Pitt has captivated audiences with his remarkable range and enduring screen presence. Known for his ability to seamlessly transition between genres, Pitt has delivered memorable performances in dramas, comedies, thrillers, and action films. As we explore his extensive filmography, you'll see why Brad Pitt remains a cinematic force to be reckoned with. Here’s a chronological look, including all of his movie trailers, at his illustrious career, from his early breakout performances to his latest blockbuster hits.
Movie Legends: Brad Pitt
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Hunk (1987) (Brad Pitt first Movie Appearance)
Director: Lawrence Bassoff
Genre: Comedy/Fantasy
Top Three Actors: John Allen Nelson, Deborah Shelton, Brad Pitt
Description: A computer nerd makes a deal with the devil and transforms into a handsome stud.
Plot: Bradley Brinkman is given a chance to become a hunk by a mysterious figure, but he soon realizes that being handsome comes with its own set of problems.
Why Watch: Pitt has a minor role, but his early charm is evident.
IMDb Score: 4.7
Rotten Tomatoes Score: N/A
Trailer: Hunk Trailer
No Man's Land (1987)
Director: Peter Werner
Genre: Crime/Drama/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Charlie Sheen, D.B. Sweeney, Randy Quaid
Description: A rookie cop goes undercover and gets caught up in the world of car theft.
Plot: Benjy Taylor infiltrates a car theft ring led by the charismatic Ted Varrick, leading to a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
Why Watch: Brad Pitt appears in a minor role, marking one of his early forays into film.
IMDb Score: 6.1
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 70%
Trailer: No Man's Land Trailer
Less Than Zero (1987)
Director: Marek Kanievska
Genre: Crime/Drama
Top Three Actors: Andrew McCarthy, Jami Gertz, Robert Downey Jr.
Description: A college freshman returns home for Christmas to find his ex-girlfriend and best friend are both addicted to drugs.
Plot: The film explores the dark side of Los Angeles' party scene in the 1980s.
Why Watch: Pitt's small role is part of a powerful film that showcases the pitfalls of excess and addiction.
IMDb Score: 6.4
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 50%
Trailer: Less Than Zero Trailer
Happy Together (1989)
Director: Mel Damski
Genre: Comedy/Romance
Top Three Actors: Patrick Dempsey, Helen Slater, Brad Pitt
Description: A young man and woman accidentally end up sharing an apartment in college and initially clash before falling in love.
Plot: The film follows their journey from animosity to romance.
Why Watch: Brad Pitt has a supporting role, adding to his growing resume.
IMDb Score: 6.0
Rotten Tomatoes Score: N/A
Trailer: Happy Together Trailer
Cutting Class (1989)
Director: Rospo Pallenberg
Genre: Comedy/Horror
Top Three Actors: Donovan Leitch Jr., Jill Schoelen, Brad Pitt
Description: A high school student returns after a stint in a mental institution, and his classmates start dying in mysterious ways.
Plot: The film blends teen comedy with slasher horror elements.
Why Watch: This is one of Brad Pitt's early leading roles, showcasing his potential as a future star.
IMDb Score: 4.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: N/A
Trailer: Cutting Class Trailer
Across the Tracks (1990)
Director: Sandy Tung
Genre: Drama/Sport
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Ricky Schroder, Carrie Snodgress
Description: The film follows the story of two brothers with contrasting personalities and aspirations, highlighting their relationship as they navigate high school and their athletic careers.
Plot: Joe Maloney (Brad Pitt) is a dedicated track athlete striving to secure a college scholarship, while his brother Billy (Ricky Schroder) is a troubled youth returning home after time in a juvenile detention center. As Billy tries to straighten out his life, Joe's intense focus on his running career leads to friction between the brothers. Their relationship is tested as they compete on the same track team and confront their personal demons.
Why Watch: "Across the Tracks" showcases Brad Pitt in one of his early leading roles, offering a glimpse of his future star power. The film's exploration of sibling rivalry, redemption, and personal growth makes it a compelling and emotionally engaging drama.
IMDb Score: 5.8
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 67%
Trailer: Across the Tracks Trailer
Thelma & Louise (1991)
Director: Ridley Scott
Genre: Adventure/Crime/Drama
Top Three Actors: Susan Sarandon, Geena Davis, Brad Pitt
Description: Two friends embark on a road trip with disastrous consequences.
Plot: Thelma and Louise's road trip turns into a run from the law after a tragic incident.
Why Watch: Brad Pitt's role as the charming drifter J.D. made him an instant heartthrob.
IMDb Score: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 85%
Trailer: Thelma & Louise Trailer
Johnny Suede (1991)
Director: Tom DiCillo
Genre: Comedy/Drama/Music
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Catherine Keener, Nick Cave
Description: A young man with a pompadour hairstyle dreams of becoming a rock 'n' roll star.
Plot: Johnny Suede is a struggling musician with big hair and even bigger dreams. He navigates love, ambition, and the harsh realities of life in his quest to make it in the music world.
Why Watch: Brad Pitt's quirky and charismatic performance in one of his early leading roles showcases his potential and unique screen presence.
IMDb Score: 5.8
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 67%
Trailer: Johnny Suede Trailer
Cool World (1992)
Director: Ralph Bakshi
Genre: Animation/Comedy/Fantasy
Top Three Actors: Kim Basinger, Gabriel Byrne, Brad Pitt
Description: A comic book artist is transported into the animated world he created, where he falls for a cartoon femme fatale.
Plot: Jack Deebs, a cartoonist, is sucked into his own creation, Cool World, where he meets the seductive Holli Would and a detective named Frank Harris, who tries to keep the peace between the animated and real worlds.
Why Watch: It's a unique blend of live-action and animation, showcasing Pitt in an early and unusual role as the hard-boiled detective Frank Harris.
IMDb Score: 4.9
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 4%
Trailer: Cool World Trailer
A River Runs Through It (1992)
Director: Robert Redford
Genre: Drama
Top Three Actors: Craig Sheffer, Brad Pitt, Tom Skerritt
Description: Two brothers grow up in rural Montana with a love for fly fishing.
Plot: The story follows their lives as they navigate love, loss, and the complexities of family.
Why Watch: Pitt delivers a poignant performance that captures the beauty and melancholy of the narrative.
IMDb Score: 7.2
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 80%
Trailer: A River Runs Through It Trailer
Kalifornia (1993)
Director: Dominic Sena
Genre: Crime/Drama/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Juliette Lewis, David Duchovny
Description: A journalist duo who plan to write about serial killers end up traveling with one.
Plot: Brian and Carrie are a journalist and photographer duo working on a book about serial killers. They embark on a cross-country trip to visit infamous murder sites, unwittingly inviting along Early Grayce, a psychotic killer.
Why Watch: Pitt delivers a chilling performance as the unpredictable and violent Early Grayce, showcasing his ability to play darker, more complex characters.
IMDb Score: 6.7
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 65%
Trailer: Kalifornia Trailer
True Romance (1993)
Director: Tony Scott
Genre: Crime/Drama/Romance
Top Three Actors: Christian Slater, Patricia Arquette, Brad Pitt
Description: Clarence marries Alabama, steals cocaine from her pimp, and tries to sell it in Hollywood.
Plot: Clarence and Alabama are newlyweds on the run after stealing a suitcase of drugs. As they try to sell the drugs to fund a new life, they are pursued by both the police and the mob.
Why Watch: Though Pitt's role as the stoner roommate Floyd is small, it's a memorable and humorous performance that adds a light-hearted element to the intense film.
IMDb Score: 7.9
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93%
Trailer: True Romance Trailer
The Favor (1994)
Director: Donald Petrie
Genre: Comedy/Romance
Top Three Actors: Harley Jane Kozak, Elizabeth McGovern, Brad Pitt
Description: A woman asks her friend to sleep with her high school sweetheart to see what she's missing.
Plot: Kathy, a happily married woman, becomes obsessed with her high school crush, Tom. She convinces her friend Emily to track him down and sleep with him to find out what she missed. Complications arise as Emily and Tom develop feelings for each other.
Why Watch: Pitt plays the role of Elliott, Emily's boyfriend, bringing charm and depth to a comedic and romantic storyline.
IMDb Score: 5.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 24%
Trailer: The Favor Trailer
Interview with the Vampire (1994)
Director: Neil Jordan
Genre: Fantasy/Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Kirsten Dunst
Description: A vampire tells his epic life story: love, betrayal, loneliness, and hunger.
Plot: The story follows the vampire Louis, who recounts his life to a biographer.
Why Watch: A haunting and visually striking film with compelling performances.
IMDb Score: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 64%
Trailer: Interview with the Vampire Trailer
Legends of the Fall (1994)
Director: Edward Zwick
Genre: Drama/Romance/War
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Aidan Quinn
Description: The film follows the lives of three brothers and their father living in the wilderness and plains of Montana in the early 1900s.
Plot: The family navigates love, loss, and the ravages of war and betrayal.
Why Watch: Pitt's role as Tristan Ludlow is iconic, showcasing his range and depth as an actor.
IMDb Score: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 57%
Trailer: Legends of the Fall Trailer
Se7en (1995)
Director: David Fincher
Genre: Crime/Drama/Mystery
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow
Description: Two detectives hunt a serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as his motives.
Plot: As the detectives close in, the case becomes more personal and terrifying.
Why Watch: A gripping thriller with outstanding performances and a shocking ending.
IMDb Score: 8.6
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 82%
Trailer: Se7en Trailer
Twelve Monkeys (1995)
Director: Terry Gilliam
Genre: Sci-Fi/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, Brad Pitt
Description: In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population.
Plot: The convict's mission to uncover the truth leads him through a series of mind-bending twists.
Why Watch: Pitt's role as a mental patient earned him critical acclaim and showcased his range.
IMDb Score: 8.0
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 89%
Trailer: Twelve Monkeys Trailer
Sleepers (1996)
Director: Barry Levinson
Genre: Crime/Drama/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Kevin Bacon, Robert De Niro, Brad Pitt
Description: After a prank goes wrong, a group of boys is sent to a detention center where they are abused by the guards. Years later, they seek revenge.
Plot: The story follows their quest for justice against their abusers.
Why Watch: A powerful drama with a star-studded cast, including a strong performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.6
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 73%
Trailer: Sleepers Trailer
The Devil's Own (1997)
Director: Alan J. Pakula
Genre: Action/Drama/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Harrison Ford, Brad Pitt, Margaret Colin
Description: A police officer uncovers the truth about his house guest, who is an IRA terrorist seeking weapons for his cause.
Plot: The film explores the moral dilemmas faced by both men as they confront their beliefs and loyalties.
Why Watch: Pitt's portrayal of an IRA operative adds depth to this intense thriller.
IMDb Score: 6.2
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 35%
Trailer: The Devil's Own Trailer
Seven Years in Tibet (1997)
Director: Jean-Jacques Annaud
Genre: Adventure/Biography/Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, David Thewlis, BD Wong
Description: True story of Heinrich Harrer, an Austrian mountain climber who befriends the Dalai Lama during the tumultuous period leading up to China's invasion of Tibet.
Plot: The film chronicles Harrer's journey from selfishness to self-discovery through his experiences in Tibet.
Why Watch: A visually stunning film with a profound narrative and a compelling performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.1
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 60%
Trailer: Seven Years in Tibet Trailer
The Dark Side of the Sun (1997)
Director: Božidar Nikolić
Genre: Drama/Romance
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Cheryl Pollak, Guy Boyd
Description: A young man with a rare skin disease that prevents him from exposure to sunlight searches for a cure while experiencing love and life.
Plot: Rick (Brad Pitt) suffers from a rare condition that makes exposure to sunlight potentially fatal. With his father, he travels to a remote village in search of a healer who might be able to cure him. While there, Rick falls in love and experiences life outside his seclusion.
Why Watch: This early film features a young Brad Pitt in a touching and heartfelt role, showcasing his talent before he became a household name.
IMDb Score: 5.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: N/A
Trailer: The Dark Side of the Sun
Meet Joe Black (1998)
Director: Martin Brest
Genre: Drama/Fantasy/Romance
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Claire Forlani
Description: Death, who takes the form of a young man, asks a media mogul to act as his guide to teach him about life on Earth and in the process, falls in love with the man's daughter.
Plot: The film explores themes of love, mortality, and the meaning of life.
Why Watch: Pitt's portrayal of Death is both enigmatic and captivating.
IMDb Score: 7.2
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 45%
Trailer: Meet Joe Black Trailer
Fight Club (1999)
Director: David Fincher
Genre: Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Helena Bonham Carter
Description: An insomniac office worker and a devil-may-care soap maker form an underground fight club that evolves into something much more.
Plot: The story spirals into a complex exploration of identity, consumerism, and modern masculinity as the protagonist struggles with his own inner turmoil and the anarchic philosophy of Tyler Durden.
Why Watch: One of Pitt's most iconic roles, offering a dark, satirical look at society and featuring unforgettable performances and a mind-bending twist.
IMDb Score: 8.8
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 79%
Trailer:
Being John Malkovich (1999) (Cameo)
Director: Spike Jonze
Genre: Comedy/Drama/Fantasy
Top Three Actors: John Cusack, Cameron Diaz, Catherine Keener
Description: A puppeteer discovers a portal that leads literally into the head of the movie star John Malkovich.
Plot: The story follows Craig, a struggling puppeteer who finds a portal into John Malkovich's mind. The experience leads to a series of bizarre and humorous events as others discover the portal and use it for their own purposes.
Why Watch: Brad Pitt makes a brief cameo appearance, adding to the film's surreal and star-studded appeal. The film itself is a unique and imaginative exploration of identity and celebrity.
IMDb Score: 7.7
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 93%
Trailer: Being John Malkovich Trailer
The Mexican (2001)
Director: Gore Verbinski
Genre: Adventure/Comedy/Crime
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, James Gandolfini
Description: A man goes on a mission to retrieve a priceless pistol known as "The Mexican" for his mob boss.
Plot: The film follows Jerry's chaotic adventure as he navigates a series of mishaps to bring back the pistol.
Why Watch: The chemistry between Pitt and Roberts and the blend of comedy and action make it a fun watch.
IMDb Score: 6.1
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 54%
Trailer: The Mexican Trailer
Spy Game (2001)
Director: Tony Scott
Genre: Action/Crime/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Robert Redford, Brad Pitt, Catherine McCormack
Description: A retiring CIA agent tries to save his protege caught in China.
Plot: As Nathan Muir tries to rescue Tom Bishop, the story flashes back to their shared history in espionage.
Why Watch: The mentor-protege dynamic between Redford and Pitt is compelling and intense.
IMDb Score: 7.1
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 66%
Trailer:
Ocean's Eleven (2001)
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Genre: Crime/Thriller
Top Three Actors: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts
Description: Danny Ocean and his team plan an elaborate heist to rob three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously.
Plot: The film combines humor, suspense, and stylish action.
Why Watch: A star-studded cast with Pitt delivering a cool, suave performance.
IMDb Score: 7.7
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 82%
Trailer: Ocean's Eleven Trailer
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002) (cameo)
Director: George Clooney
Genre: Biography/Comedy/Crime
Top Three Actors: Sam Rockwell, Drew Barrymore, George Clooney
Description: An adaptation of the memoirs of game show host Chuck Barris, who claims to have been a CIA hitman.
Plot: The film follows Barris's double life as a TV producer and CIA assassin.
Why Watch: A darkly comedic and intriguing film with a brief, humorous cameo by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.0
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 79%
Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003) (voice)
Director: Patrick Gilmore, Tim Johnson
Genre: Animation/Adventure/Family
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Michelle Pfeiffer
Description: The legendary sailor Sinbad must recover the stolen Book of Peace to save his childhood friend and prove his innocence.
Plot: Sinbad's adventures on the high seas to retrieve the book and clear his name.
Why Watch: An exciting animated adventure with Pitt's charismatic voice performance.
IMDb Score: 6.7
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 45%
Troy (2004)
Director: Wolfgang Petersen
Genre: Drama/History
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom
Description: An epic adaptation of Homer's "The Iliad" focusing on the Trojan War.
Plot: The film follows the heroics of Achilles and the epic battles of Troy.
Why Watch: Pitt's portrayal of Achilles is both powerful and charismatic.
IMDb Score: 7.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 54%
Trailer: Troy Trailer
Ocean's Twelve (2004)
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Genre: Crime/Thriller
Top Three Actors: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon
Description: Danny Ocean and his team return for another heist, this time in Europe.
Plot: The team must pull off multiple heists to repay a debt.
Why Watch: The film offers more of the stylish heist action and chemistry among the cast.
IMDb Score: 6.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 55%
Trailer: Ocean's Twelve Trailer
Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005)
Director: Doug Liman
Genre: Action/Comedy/Romance
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Vince Vaughn
Description: A married couple discovers that they are both secret assassins hired by competing agencies to kill each other.
Plot: The revelation leads to a mix of action, comedy, and romance as they navigate their new reality.
Why Watch: The chemistry between Pitt and Jolie is electric, making for an entertaining watch.
IMDb Score: 6.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 60%
Trailer: Mr. & Mrs. Smith Trailer
Babel (2006)
Director: Alejandro González Iñárritu
Genre: Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Gael García Bernal
Description: The film intertwines four different stories connected by a single gunshot.
Plot: The interconnected narratives explore themes of communication, miscommunication, and the human condition.
Why Watch: A powerful and thought-provoking film with a nuanced performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 69%
Trailer: Babel Trailer
Ocean's Thirteen (2007)
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Genre: Crime/Thriller
Top Three Actors: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon
Description: Danny Ocean and his team reunite for one last heist to avenge a friend.
Plot: The team plans a complex heist to take down a ruthless casino owner.
Why Watch: A fitting conclusion to the trilogy with more high-stakes heist action and charm.
IMDb Score: 6.9
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 70%
Trailer: Ocean's Thirteen Trailer
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Director: Andrew Dominik
Genre: Biography/Crime/Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Sam Shepard
Description: The film chronicles the life and death of the infamous outlaw Jesse James.
Plot: The story focuses on the complex relationship between Jesse James and his eventual assassin, Robert Ford.
Why Watch: A beautifully shot and introspective Western with a haunting performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 76%
Burn After Reading (2008)
Director: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Genre: Comedy/Crime/Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand, George Clooney
Description: Two gym employees stumble upon a disc containing the memoirs of a former CIA analyst and attempt to profit from it.
Plot: The story spirals into a chaotic series of events involving multiple characters and misunderstandings.
Why Watch: A darkly comedic film with Pitt delivering a hilarious and memorable performance.
IMDb Score: 7.0
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 78%
Trailer: Burn After Reading Official Trailer
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
Director: David Fincher
Genre: Drama/Fantasy/Romance
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Taraji P. Henson
Description: A man is born in his eighties and ages backward.
Plot: The story follows his unique life journey, filled with love, loss, and discovery.
Why Watch: A visually stunning and emotionally resonant film with a standout performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.8
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 71%
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
Director: Quentin Tarantino
Genre: Adventure/Drama/War
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz, Mélanie Laurent
Description: In Nazi-occupied France during World War II, a plan to assassinate Nazi leaders by a group of Jewish U.S. soldiers coincides with a theater owner's vengeful plans.
Plot: The film intertwines multiple storylines leading to a climactic confrontation.
Why Watch: Pitt's role as Lieutenant Aldo Raine is both intense and darkly humorous.
IMDb Score: 8.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 89%
Trailer: Inglourious Basterds Trailer
The Tree of Life (2011)
Director: Terrence Malick
Genre: Drama/Fantasy
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Sean Penn, Jessica Chastain
Description: A philosophical exploration of the meaning of life, seen through the lens of a family's journey in the 1950s.
Plot: The film intertwines the story of a Midwestern family in the 1950s with stunning images of the universe's creation.
Why Watch: A visually stunning and deeply introspective film with a powerful performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 6.8
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 84%
Trailer: The Tree of Life Trailer
Moneyball (2011)
Director: Bennett Miller
Genre: Biography/Drama/Sport
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman
Description: The true story of Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's innovative approach to assembling a competitive baseball team on a tight budget.
Plot: Beane's use of sabermetrics revolutionizes the game of baseball.
Why Watch: An engaging sports drama with a compelling and nuanced performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.6
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 94%
Trailer: Moneyball Trailer
Killing Them Softly (2012)
Director: Andrew Dominik
Genre: Crime/Drama/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Ray Liotta, Richard Jenkins
Description: Jackie Cogan is an enforcer hired to restore order after a mob-protected poker game is robbed.
Plot: The film explores themes of economic downturn and organized crime.
Why Watch: A gritty, stylish crime drama with Pitt delivering a cool, calculated performance.
IMDb Score: 6.2
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 74%
Trailer: Killing Them Softly Trailer
World War Z (2013)
Director: Marc Forster
Genre: Action/Adventure/Horror
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, Daniella Kertesz
Description: Former United Nations employee Gerry Lane traverses the world in a race against time to stop a zombie pandemic.
Plot: Lane's journey to find the source and potential cure for the zombie outbreak.
Why Watch: An intense, action-packed thriller with Pitt leading the charge against the undead.
IMDb Score: 7.0
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 66%
Trailer: World War Z Trailer
12 Years a Slave (2013)
Director: Steve McQueen
Genre: Biography/Drama/History
Top Three Actors: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Brad Pitt
Description: The true story of Solomon Northup, a free black man who is kidnapped and sold into slavery.
Plot: Northup's harrowing journey and fight for freedom in the pre-Civil War United States.
Why Watch: A powerful, emotionally devastating film with a significant supporting role by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 8.1
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95%
Trailer: 12 Years a Slave Trailer
The Counselor (2013)
Director: Ridley Scott
Genre: Crime/Drama/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Michael Fassbender, Penélope Cruz, Brad Pitt
Description: A lawyer finds himself in over his head when he gets involved in drug trafficking.
Plot: The story delves into the dark, dangerous world of drug cartels and the consequences of greed.
Why Watch: A gripping, dark thriller with a star-studded cast.
IMDb Score: 5.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 34%
Trailer: The Counselor Trailer
Fury (2014)
Director: David Ayer
Genre: Action/Drama/War
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Shia LaBeouf, Logan Lerman
Description: A battle-hardened army sergeant named Wardaddy commands a Sherman tank and its five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines.
Plot: The crew faces overwhelming odds as they push through Nazi Germany in the final days of World War II.
Why Watch: A visceral, intense war film with a commanding performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.6
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 76%
Trailer: Fury Trailer
By the Sea (2015)
Director: Angelina Jolie
Genre: Drama/Romance
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Mélanie Laurent
Description: A couple in the 1970s travels to France to try to repair their troubled marriage.
Plot: Their stay in a quiet seaside town brings both reflection and confrontation.
Why Watch: A deeply personal and intimate film, with real-life couple Pitt and Jolie delivering powerful performances.
IMDb Score: 5.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 34%
Trailer: By the Sea Trailer
The Big Short (2015)
Director: Adam McKay
Genre: Biography/Comedy/Drama
Top Three Actors: Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Brad Pitt
Description: The story of four outsiders who predicted the collapse of the housing bubble and decided to take on the big banks for their greed and lack of foresight.
Plot: The film explores the complex world of finance and the build-up to the financial crisis of 2007-2008.
Why Watch: A sharp, engaging film with a strong ensemble cast, including a significant role by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 7.8
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 88%
Trailer: The Big Short Trailer
Allied (2016)
Director: Robert Zemeckis
Genre: Action/Drama/Romance
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Marion Cotillard, Jared Harris
Description: In 1942, a Canadian intelligence officer in North Africa encounters a female French Resistance fighter on a deadly mission behind enemy lines.
Plot: Their relationship is tested by the pressures of war and the suspicion of betrayal.
Why Watch: A captivating wartime romance with strong performances and suspense.
IMDb Score: 7.1
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 60%
Trailer: Allied Trailer
War Machine (2017)
Director: David Michôd
Genre: Comedy/Drama/War
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Anthony Hayes, John Magaro
Description: A satirical look at the war in Afghanistan and the people running the military campaign.
Plot: The film follows a four-star general's roller-coaster rise and fall as he attempts to end the war.
Why Watch: A darkly comedic and critical take on modern warfare, led by Pitt's commanding performance.
IMDb Score: 6.0
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 49%
Trailer: War Machine Trailer
Ad Astra (2019)
Director: James Gray
Genre: Adventure/Drama/Mystery
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Tommy Lee Jones, Ruth Negga
Description: An astronaut embarks on a mission to find his missing father and unravel a mystery that threatens the survival of Earth.
Plot: The journey takes him to the outer edges of the solar system, confronting existential challenges and personal truths.
Why Watch: A visually stunning and thought-provoking sci-fi drama with a powerful performance by Pitt.
IMDb Score: 6.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 84%
Trailer: Ad Astra Trailer
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
Director: Quentin Tarantino
Genre: Comedy/Drama
Top Three Actors: Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie
Description: A faded television actor and his stunt double strive to achieve fame and success in the final years of Hollywood's Golden Age.
Plot: The film weaves together multiple storylines in a nostalgic homage to 1960s Hollywood.
Why Watch: Pitt's role as Cliff Booth earned him an Oscar, showcasing his charm and depth.
IMDb Score: 7.6
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 85%
Bullet Train (2022)
Director: David Leitch
Genre: Action/Thriller
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Description: Five assassins aboard a fast-moving bullet train find their missions interlinking.
Plot: Pitt plays Ladybug, an assassin determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans.
Why Watch: A high-octane action film with a blend of humor and intense fight sequences.
IMDb Score: 7.3
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 76%
Trailer: Bullet Train Trailer
Babylon (2022)
Director: Damien Chazelle
Genre: Drama
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Diego Calva
Description: A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess tracing the rise and fall of multiple characters during an era of unbridled decadence and depravity in early Hollywood.
Plot: The story is set in the late 1920s as Hollywood transitions from silent films to talkies, following the lives of a diverse group of characters as they navigate this tumultuous time.
Why Watch: A grand and epic film that delves into the glitz, glamour, and chaos of early Hollywood, with Pitt delivering a standout performance.
IMDb Score: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 71%
Trailer: Babylon Trailer
World War Z 2 (TBD)
Release Date: TBD
Director: David Fincher
Genre: Action/Horror/Sci-Fi
Top Three Actors: Brad Pitt, TBA
Description: The sequel to the 2013 film "World War Z," continuing the story of the global zombie pandemic.
Plot: Details are under wraps, but it is expected to pick up where the first film left off, exploring new aspects of the zombie outbreak and humanity's fight for survival.
Why Watch: The first film was a thrilling ride, and with Fincher at the helm, the sequel promises to deliver even more intense action and suspense.
IMDb Score: N/A
Rotten Tomatoes Score: N/A
Teaser Trailer: World War Z 2
Movie Legends: Brad Pitt I hope you enjoyed your Journey through his career.
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