Our team compiled the best Keanu Reeves movies and here is what they came up with
Keanu Reeves is a Canadian actor, director, and musician, who is best known for his roles in iconic films such as “The Matrix” trilogy, “John Wick” franchise and “Speed”. He has been in the industry for over three decades, and has established himself as a versatile actor with a wide range of roles. He has been praised for his intense performances, his ability to emote and his ability to make the audience care about his characters. He has been nominated for several awards, including a BAFTA and a Golden Globe for his role in the film “The Devil’s Advocate”. He continues to be a leading actor in Hollywood, with a number of highly-anticipated films in the works.
Here are the 18 best Keanu Reeves movies to check out on the streaming service.
1. John Wick (2014)
Rated R, Box Office: $88.7 million (inflation adjusted), Year of Release: 2014, Other actors: Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Willem Dafoe, Ian McShane, Lance Reddick. Keanu Reeves plays the titular character, a retired hitman who seeks vengeance for the killing of his beloved dog, a gift from his deceased wife. The film was praised for its action sequences and Keanu’s portrayal of the emotional depth of his character.
2. The Matrix (1999)
Rated R, Box Office: $456.7 million (inflation adjusted), Year of Release: 1999, Other actors: Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving, Joe Pantoliano. Keanu plays Neo, a hacker who discovers that the reality of his world is a simulated reality created by machines and joins a rebellion against them. The film was a massive success and praised for its innovative special effects and action sequences, as well as Keanu’s portrayal of the conflicted Neo.
3. The Devil’s Advocate (1997)
Rated R, Box Office: $152.9 million (inflation adjusted), Year of Release: 1997, Other actors: Al Pacino, Charlize Theron, Connie Nielsen. Keanu plays Kevin Lomax, a successful lawyer who is recruited by a prestigious New York law firm headed by Pacino’s character, who is revealed to be Satan. The film received mixed reviews but Keanu’s performance was praised for his ability to hold his own opposite Pacino’s larger-than-life character.
4. Speed (1994)
Rated R, Box Office: $350.5 million (inflation adjusted), Year of Release: 1994, Other actors: Sandra Bullock, Dennis Hopper, Jeff Daniels. Keanu plays Jack Traven, a LAPD SWAT officer who must stop a mad bomber from exploding a bus that must maintain a speed of 50 mph or else it will detonate. The film was a commercial and critical success and helped establish Keanu as a leading action star.
5. Point Break (1991)
Rated R, Box Office: $102.1 million (inflation adjusted), Year of Release: 1991, Other actors: Patrick Swayze, Gary Busey, Lori Petty. Keanu plays Johnny Utah, a rookie FBI agent who goes undercover to infiltrate a group of surfers who may be responsible for a string of bank robberies. The film was a box office success and praised for its action sequences and the chemistry between Keanu and Swayze’s characters.
6. The Replacements (2000)
In this sports comedy-drama, Keanu Reeves stars as Shane Falco, a washed-up quarterback who is recruited to lead a team of replacement players during a professional football strike. The film was a moderate commercial success, grossing $48 million worldwide on a $45 million budget. Keanu Reeves’ performance as the reluctant leader was well-received and the film’s blend of sports and comedy was appreciated.
7. John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019)
The third installment of the action-packed John Wick series sees Keanu Reeves reprise his role as the titular assassin. In this film, John Wick is on the run with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of the world’s most ruthless killers on his trail. With intense action sequences and expertly choreographed fight scenes, the film earned critical acclaim and grossed over $326 million worldwide. Keanu Reeves’ portrayal of the skilled and relentless John Wick character was widely appreciated by audiences and critics alike. Alongside Keanu, the film also stars Halle Berry, Ian McShane, and Laurence Fishburne.
8. The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
The sequel to the groundbreaking sci-fi film “The Matrix,” this film picks up where the first one left off, with Neo (Reeves) discovering that there are other humans in the Matrix and that there is a war brewing between the machines and the humans. The film received mixed reviews for its convoluted plot, but was praised for its action sequences and visual effects. With a budget of $150 million, the film grossed $742 million worldwide and was rated R for sci-fi violence and some sexuality. Other actors starring in the film include Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and Hugo Weaving. Keanu Reeves was appreciated for his portrayal of Neo, a character who is forced to confront the reality of his existence and his role in the fate of humanity.
9. The Matrix Revolutions (2003)
Keanu Reeves reprises his role as Neo in the final installment of the Matrix trilogy. The movie received mixed reviews and grossed $427 million worldwide. It was rated R for sci-fi violence and brief sexual content. The film also starred Carrie-Anne Moss, Laurence Fishburne, and Hugo Weaving. Despite the mixed reception, Keanu’s portrayal of Neo was praised for its depth and emotional range.
10. Constantine (2005)
Keanu plays John Constantine, a supernatural detective who must send half-breeds back to the underworld. The movie grossed $230 million worldwide and was rated R for violence and language. The film also starred Rachel Weisz and Shia LaBeouf. Keanu’s performance as the brooding, world-weary Constantine was well-received by critics.
11. A Scanner Darkly (2006)
Keanu stars in this sci-fi film based on the novel by Philip K. Dick. The movie grossed $7 million worldwide and was rated R for drug content, language, and some violent images. The film also starred Robert Downey Jr., Woody Harrelson, and Winona Ryder. Keanu’s portrayal of a drug-addicted undercover cop was praised for its vulnerability and intensity.
12. Street Kings (2008)
Keanu stars as Tom Ludlow, a rogue LAPD detective hunting for the killer of his former partner. The movie grossed $42 million worldwide and was rated R for strong violence, language, and some sexuality. The film also starred Forest Whitaker, Chris Evans, and Hugh Laurie. Keanu’s portrayal of the morally ambiguous Ludlow was praised for its depth and nuance.
13. The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008)
Keanu stars as Klaatu, an alien who comes to Earth with a message of peace but is met with hostility. The movie grossed $233 million worldwide and was rated PG-13 for intense sequences of destruction, some violence, and language. The film also starred Jennifer Connelly and Kathy Bates. Keanu’s performance as the stoic and mysterious Klaatu was well-received by critics.
14. The Private Lives of Pippa Lee (2009)
Keanu stars in this drama about a woman (Robin Wright) who reflects on her past and present relationships. The movie grossed $2 million worldwide and was rated R for language, some sexual content, and drug use. The film also starred Julianne Moore, Winona Ryder, and Alan Arkin. Keanu’s portrayal of Pipp
15. John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)
Keanu Reeves reprises his role as John Wick, who is forced out of retirement to fulfill a blood oath. The movie received positive reviews and grossed $171.5 million at the box office. Keanu Reeves was appreciated for his continued portrayal of the character, and for the movie’s action-packed and thrilling storyline.
16. Hardball (2001)
Keanu Reeves plays a man who agrees to coach a Little League team in exchange for money to pay off his gambling debts. The movie received mixed reviews and grossed $42 million at the box office. Keanu Reeves was appreciated for his portrayal of a character who learns to care for the children on his team.
17. The Watcher (2000)
Keanu Reeves plays a burnt-out FBI agent who is assigned to track a serial killer played by James Spader. Despite mixed reviews, the movie grossed $48.5 million at the box office. Keanu Reeves was appreciated for his portrayal of an intense and troubled character.
18. A Walk in the Clouds (1995)
Keanu Reeves plays a soldier returning home from World War II who agrees to pretend to be the husband of a pregnant woman played by Aitana Sanchez-Gijon. The movie received mixed reviews and grossed $22.5 million at the box office. Keanu Reeves was appreciated for his portrayal of a kind and loving character.