With his unique style and love of the eccentric, Tim Burton has left an indelible mark on film. His movies range from dark fantasies to heartwarming stories, each with his trademark visual flair. Here are Tim Burton's top 19 films.
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Ed Wood (1994)
A biopic about the infamous filmmaker Ed Wood, with an Oscar-winning supporting performance by Martin Landau as Bela Lugosi. Burton's most personal and perhaps best work.
Batman Returns (1992)
A darker and more complex sequel to Batman, with memorable performances by Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman and Danny DeVito as the Penguin.
Deserves the #2 spot. (20)
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Edward Scissorhands (1990)
A modern fairy tale about loneliness and acceptance, with Johnny Depp in one of his most memorable roles.
Pure art tbh.
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Beetlejuice (1988)
A hilarious and creepy story about a young ghost couple trying to win their house back from the living, with Michael Keaton as the unforgettable Beetlejuice.
Honestly, glad to see this getting recognized.
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Batman (1989)
The film that took the superhero movie to a darker, more adult level, with an iconic performance by Jack Nicholson as the Joker.
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Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985)
Burton's directorial debut, an eccentric comedy following the adventures of Pee-wee Herman. It marked the start of Burton's collaboration with composer Danny Elfman.
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Mars Attacks! (1996)
A playful sci-fi film paying tribute to 1950s B-movies, full of campy humor and an all-star cast.
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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)
A bloody musical starring Johnny Depp that won the Oscar for Best Art Direction.
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Big Fish (2003)
A moving story about the relationship between a father and his son, full of spectacular imagery and heartwarming moments.
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Sleepy Hollow (1999)
An atmospheric horror film based on Washington Irving's story, with Johnny Depp as Ichabod Crane. It won the Oscar for Best Art Direction.
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Corpse Bride (2005)
A macabre yet romantic animated film that earned Burton his first Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature.
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Big Eyes (2014)
A fascinating biopic about artist Margaret Keane, focusing on performances rather than Burton's typical visual style.
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Frankenweenie (2012)
A heartwarming stop-motion film celebrating Burton's love of classic horror, nominated for the Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
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Dumbo (2019)
A creative but uneven live-action version of Disney's classic, in which Burton focuses more on the human characters than on Dumbo himself.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
A quirky take on Roald Dahl's story, with Johnny Depp as an awkward Willy Wonka. The film excels in visual splendor.
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Dark Shadows (2012)
A stylish production that can't find the balance between campy humor and creepy moments, with Johnny Depp as vampire Barnabas Collins.
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Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016)
A visually appealing film that feels like Burton on autopilot, with a story about a home for children with special powers.
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Alice in Wonderland (2010)
A visually stunning but overwhelming adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic that won the Oscars for Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design.
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Planet of the Apes (2001)
An attempt to revive the classic sci-fi franchise, but despite impressive makeup effects, the film lacks the unique Burton touch.
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A biopic about the infamous filmmaker Ed Wood, with an Oscar-winning supporting performance by Martin Landau as Bela Lugosi.