The Top 10 Best Movies 2022

Good entertainment was also provided this year. Which films are particularly worth seeing this year? We have put together a top 10 list of the best movies 2022 for you.

Movies can inspire us in the most diverse ways, but they don’t always appeal to every taste. Time and again, however, works are brought to light that are simply right on all levels and can thus win over a broad audience almost effortlessly. What exactly is the reason for this?

The following list of the 10 best movies 2022 could provide some guidance:

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1. Top Gun:Maverick (IMDb 8,6/10)

A long-awaited sequel appears on cinema screens after more than 30 years. In Top Gun:Maverick, film icon Tom Cruise once again demonstrates his flying skills in a fighter jet: As a flying legend, he now also wants to be a good teacher for young successors and pass on his knowledge to the next generation. The film is particularly convincing due to its high level of suspense and depth of character. An absolutely successful continuation of the film series directed by Joseph Kosinski.

– Exciting & emotionally charged

Currently still showing in cinemas and available on DVD/Blu-Ray.

2. The Batman (IMDb 7,9/10)

With “The Batman” a new part of the Batman series is released, which at the same time establishes the beginning of a new Batman universe – with Robert Pattinson in the leading role. Gotham City is once again beset by terror and needs the Bat’s help to put a stop to the corruption in the city. The film impresses with its consistently gloomy setting, its depth and also receives a fresh coat of paint with Robert Pattinson as the protagonist. Overall, a very successful remake. Directed by Matt Reeves and a must-see for superhero fans and in that regard probably one of the best movies in 2022.

– Action-packed & quirky

The movie is currently available to rent/buy on Prime Video, Apple TV in the Sky Store and on Google Play, among others, and can also be purchased on DVD/Blu-Ray.

3. Elvis (IMDb 7,8/10)

Resurrection of a rock’n’roll legend. The life of the world-famous rock star Elvis Presley (played by Austin Butler) is impressively staged with all its ups and downs. A rousing, audiovisual film spectacle that will particularly delight fans: First-class casting meets first-class staging here. From director Baz Luhrmann.

– Moving & nostalgic

Currently still showing in theaters, and available on DVD/Blu-Ray from Sept. 22, 2022.

4. The Northman (IMDb 7,2/10)

In the powerful historical action film “The Northman”, Alexander Skarsgård takes revenge for the death of his father as the son of a Viking king. The film provides an impressive insight into the Viking world with all its traditions and mythology. In addition to the remarkable history, the movie can also convince with its powerful battle scenes. It should also be emphasized at this point that this film is the second successful movie by director Robert Eggers, who is known for his dark, horror-heavy film art cinema (arthouse).

– Mystical & violent

The film is available to rent/buy on Prime Video, Apple TV, Sky Store and Google Play, among others, and can also be purchased on DVD/Blu-Ray.

5. The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (IMDb 7,1/10)

Nicolas Cage is back and more than ever: Playing himself, he gets persuaded to fly to southern Spain in exchange for a considerable sum of cash and in order to appear at the birthday party of an extremely wealthy fan. At the same time, however, he acts as an undercover agent for the CIA. A humorous action spectacle with a top cast from director Tom Gormican.

– Self-ironic, action-packed

The movie is currently available on DVD/Blu-Ray from 30.09.2022.

6. Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (IMDb 7,0/10)

In the sequel to the Marvel blockbuster Doctor Strange, Benedict Cumberbatch as Dr. Stephen Strange travels together with old and new companions to unknown territories and explores alternative worlds of the multiverse. The film lets the viewer dive deep into the various magical worlds and at the same time offers an impressive action spectacle in the Marvel style. A successful follow-up from director Sam Raimi.

– Spectacular, magical

The film can currently be streamed on Disney+ and is available for rent/buy on Prime Video, Sky Store and Apple TV, among others, and can also be purchased on DVD/Blu-Ray.

7. Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (IMDb 7,0/10)

Unexpectedly, MI6 agent Orson Fortune (Jason Statham) receives an assignment to uncover an extremely sensitive arms deal. The operation gets out of hand and he has to save the world from a devastating catastrophe. Action and humor go hand in hand in this film and Jason Statham shines once again in a role as an action hero. A definitely worth seeing film from director Guy Ritchie.

– Humorous & action-packed

The movie is currently available on DVD/Blu-Ray from 31.12.2022.

8. X (IMDb 6,6/10)

In rural Texas, a group of young filmmakers decides to make a porn film, but they make a huge mistake. A horror slasher unlike any other, with a retro flair and humor all its own: Being a most welcome refreshment among today’s horror films, the movie was shot by director Ti West. Definitely one of the most hilarious films in our best movies 2022 list.

– Novel & shocking

9. Scream (IMDb 6,3/10)

A true classic among slasher films returns once again. In the fifth part of the series, after many years of peace, the town of Woodsboro is once again haunted by the killer with the Ghostface mask. On the one hand, the film is strongly oriented to its predecessors in terms of content and leans on familiar elements, but on the other hand it also knows how to captivate its viewers with strong horror and slasher moments. Scream 2022 is the fifth part of the series, which was shot without director Wes Craven (unfortunately deceased in 2015). Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett directed the movie.

– Captivating & nostalgic

The film is currently available for purchase on Prime Video, Apple TV, Sky Store, Google Play and more, and can also be purchased on DVD/Blu-Ray.

10. Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (IMDb 6,2/10)

In the new fantasy film and third part of the Harry Potter prequel, Jude Law as “Albus Dumbledore” and Eddie Redmayne as “Newt Scamander” form an alliance with other members to resolutely counter Grindelwald’s malicious machinations and protect the world of wizards and Muggles. As usual, this part also follows on from the magically impressive production of its predecessors and serves the viewer a rousing story with a top cast. Directed by David Yated.

– Imaginative & exciting

The movie is currently available to rent/buy on Prime Video, Sky Store, Apple TV and Google Play, among others, and can also be purchased on DVD/Blu-Ray.

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Our Conclusion for the Best Films 2022

This year’s selection of films worth seeing leaves nothing to be desired. The 10 best movies of 2022 presented here range from the usual epic blockbuster productions to original arthouse cinema. Films like “The Northman” or “X” deliver new approaches to what movies can look like these days and reach their audience despite their idiosyncratic styles. Thus, they provide a pleasant change from the usual mainstream cinema.

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