Dave Bautista’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Few actors in Hollywood possess the charisma of Dave Bautista. Since the 1990’s, Bautista has made memorable movies. Whether it’s comic-book heroes, space scavengers or political leaders, Bautista has portrayed many strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies he has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my favourite films made by an actor that deserves to be celebrated.

1. Guardians of the Galaxy

The Guardians of the Galaxy is a spectacular superhero team that my teacher always loved dearly. I remember a high school teacher that acknowledged a science-fiction team he grew up to treasure. A huge comic-book nerd, he always spoke fondly about a superhero team defending galaxies that made him feel heard. He would always enjoy watching marvellous movies about a bold superhero team that got him hooked on a feeling shaping his identity. In 2014, Dave Bautista honoured the iconic superhero team of guardians defending the galaxy in his movie “Guardians of the Galaxy”. In the greatest role of his career, Bautista embodies a heroic space scavenger that’s forced to work with a grim team of misfits causing despair. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and funny in his most memorable role. Bautista has always been one of those actors with a sharp sense of humour, and his comedic talents are clearly evident in “Guardians of the Galaxy”. Working alongside Bradley Cooper who is also amazing, Pratt honoured a bold hero team. As Drax the Destroyer, the actor did an exceptional job of portraying an iconic comic character. For instance, the scene in which Drax delivers an emotional speech seeking to prepare the Guardians for warfare is one of the greatest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Guardians of the Galaxy” Dave Bautista’s best movie is its commemorated appeal. Unlike most Marvel movies targeted solely towards comic-book fans, it tackles commemorated themes that everyone would relate to. It delivers a commemorated message about the importance of teamwork which would resonate with everyone. Nearly 10 years after the release of a classic comic-book film about a group of misfit guardians seeking to defend a frightening galaxy, it’s a breathtaking reminder of a commemorated actor that built a powerful legacy by making timeless movies which audiences love dearly.

2. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Thieves have impacted my family. Several years ago, my grandparents faced grief when they discovered that their beloved housekeeper was a thief. I remember that my housekeeper was a kind person that would often treat my grandparents in a generous manner. My grandparents were shocked to find that he was a thief that had stolen their precious jewelry. As someone haunted by sad memories of a thief in a mystery, I loved “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”. Released in 2022, Dave Bautista’s movie offered an engaging murder mystery. In the most bold role of his career, Bautista played a thief facing despair. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for stealing the show in a supporting role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Daniel Craig who is also amazing, Bautista created a mystery that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Duke is aware that a murder has been done causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” a great movie is its message. The film delivers a bold message about race in America. As bold as the Glass Onion estate sleuths inspect, it’s a bold reminder of an actor whose great movies audiences appreciate.

3. Dune

The Middle East is a country that shaped my identity. I fondly recall with nostalgia fond memories of growing up in the country of Saudi Arabia. During my childhood, I grew up in a Middle Eastern neighbourhood. As someone treasuring a country that won’t be forgotten soon, I adored “Dune”. Released in 2021, Dave Bautista’s movie offered a beautiful adaptation of a beloved sci-fi book about Arabian countries. In the most villainous role of his career, Bautista portrayed a menacing space scavenger seeking a precious spice resource on a planet facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing physically imposing characters with an intimidating nature. For instance, the scene in which Rabban becomes aware that the precious spice has been stolen causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Dune” a sci-fi classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most sci-fi movies, it tackles themes that everyone would relate to. As precious as dune planets, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has produced great movies which won’t be forgotten soon.

4. Blade Runner: 2049

Blade Runner is a legendary science-fiction film that always impressed my grandfather. I remember my grandfather adored a classic film about replicants facing danger. A huge fan of Harrison Ford, he always spoke fondly about a movie that he adored. He would often strive to explain why he loved a movie that caused him to shed tears in the rain. In 2017, Dave Bautista honoured the iconic film about replicants that shine in his movie “Blade Runner: 2049”. In the most brief role of his career, Bautista portrayed a farmer that becomes victim of blade runners causing despair. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for stealing the show in a brief role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Ryan Gosling who is also amazing, Bautista honoured a sci-fi film that’s inspiring. For instance, the scene in which Sapper has a tense confrontation with officer K causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Blade Runner: 2049” a masterpiece is its universal appeal. Unlike the original 1982 movie, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. As strong as K’s desire to become a blade runner, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor making memorable movies which audiences treasure.

5. Avengers: Infinity War

The Avengers is a spectacular superhero team that always inspired my brother. I remember my brother was once a huge fan of a superhero team saving the world from danger. Fond of Tony Stark, he adored a team that he considered to be a national landmark. His room was decorated with large posters of a superhero team that he appreciated. In 2018, Dave Bautista honoured the iconic superhero team facing a war in his movie “Avengers: Infinity War”. In the most intense role of his career, Bautista portrayed a galactic space scavenger engaging in warfare causing despair. With “Avengers: Infinity War”, Bautista brought an emotional vulnerability to Drax the Destroyer that audiences hadn’t seen before. For instance, the scene in which Drax questions the whereabouts of Gamora that has disappeared causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Avengers: Infinity War” a comic-book classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most Marvel movies, it tackles commemorated themes that everyone would relate to. A fantastic farewell towards a groundbreaking superhero team reaching an endgame, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor that has manufactured great movies which deserve fame.

6. Spectre

James Bond is a legendary spy that has built a lasting legacy. Created by Ian Fleming in the 1950’s, Bond has built a strong legacy. With his awe-inspiring suits, stylish gadgetry and charismatic personality, Bond has appeared in several movies. In 2015, Dave Bautista honoured the iconic character in his movie “Spectre”. In the most imposing role of his career, Bautista portrayed a menacing hitman that is sent on a mission to kill Bond causing despair. It’s a commemorated role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing physically imposing characters in danger. Working alongside Daniel Craig who is also amazing, Bautista honoured a legendary spy that’s inspiring. A spectacular tribute towards James Bond, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has made commemorated movies of which audiences are fond.

7. Parachute

Eating disorders are devastating disabilities which are rarely depicted accurately in movies. Hollywood has often struggled to depict eating disorders which are misunderstood. In an industry avoided a sensitive issue with a parachute, it’s worth praising “Parachute”. Released in 2023, Dave Bautista’s movie offered a powerful portrait of eating disorders. In the most subtle role of his career, Bautista played a boss seeking to care for a woman with disorders causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone playing a subtle character. Working alongside Courtney Eaton who is also amazing, Bautista created a portrait of disorders that’s compelling. A powerful portrayal of eating disorders causing women to crumble, it’s a powerful reminder of a commemorated actor producing timeless movies that are special.

8. Master Z: Ip Man Legacy

Dave Bautista has always excelled at playing physically imposing heroes facing a dilemma. Bautista has built an image of being an actor that thrives at playing heroes with courage. Bautista’s strengths for playing physically imposing characters with a strong legacy is clearly evident in his movie “Master Z: Ip Man Legacy”. Released in 2018, Yeun Woo-ping’s movie showcased the actor at his best. In the most physical role of his career, Bautista portrayed a fighter facing despair. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for performing martial arts he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Michelle Yeoh who is also amazing, Bautista created a martial arts epic that’s compelling. A marvellous martial arts epic, it’s a fantastic reminder of an actor that has produced iconic movies captivating the public.

9. My Spy

A common criticism often levelled against Dave Bautista is that he doesn’t take risks as an actor. Being a former wrestler, Bautista has always excelled at playing characters with a physically imposing nature. However, in 2020 the actor took audiences by surprise when he made his movie “My Spy”. In the most unusual role of his career, Bautista portrayed a warm-hearted father seeking to care for a young girl causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase emotional range he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Chloe Choleman who is also amazing, Bautista created a commemorated spy comedy that’s compelling. As strong as JJ’s desire to care for a girl that’s gifted, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured movies which audiences have appreciated.

10. My Spy: The Eternal City

Dave Bautista hasn’t always made great movies attracting audiences to the Cinema. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “My Spy: The Eternal City” falls into the latter category. Released in 2024, Peter Segal’s comedy was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, Bautista portrayed a spy seeking to care for a young child causing despair. Bautista brought his usual sharp humour to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “My Spy: The Eternal City” is a bad movie, it honoured Bautista’s legacy. As strong as J.J.’s desire to become a spy, it’s a spectacular reminder of an actor that hasn’t lost his abilities to make memorable movies that satisfy which I will forever treasure for inspiring me to achieve dreams of film criticism that I glorify.