Throughout the years, few actors have accomplished as much in their careers as Jack Nicholson has. In the 1970s, he won audiences over; in the 1980s, he continued to star in classic movies and has continued the trend through the 90s and beyond.
This article will highlight my top five favorite Jack Nicholson films of all time.
It should come as no surprise that The Departed makes the list. Jack plays a crime boss in this film and shows us that even in his older age, he can still be a terrifying force to deal with. See this movie if you have not already.
The quintessential Jack Nicholson film that has to be mentioned in this article is One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest. This is as classic as films get, and it comes as no surprise that it is ranked as a top 10 film of all time according to the Internet movie database.
Steven King’s The Shining showed audiences just how terrifying a role Mr Nicholson is capable of playing. This movie further showcased his versatility, playing a completely different role than anything he had attempted before.
It would be a shame to make a list of Jack Nicholson films without giving mention to the original Batman film. The Joker was one of the most iconic characters and Jack set a high standard for comic book villains for years to come.
Jack Nicholson’s second Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role came for his portrayal of Melvin Udall in As Good As It Gets. This is as good as acting gets.
I wanted to limit this list to five films, but feel that a six movie, Chinatown is worth mentioning. This is a great murder mystery film that was released in 1974.
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