Harrison Ford is one of the biggest movie stars of all time. He has helped create characters who have become icons in the world of pop culture and is one of the highest-grossing actors in the business. Scrolling through his IMDB page is like looking at a list of some of the best films ever made. But which are his best?
Lots of fans will have different picks for their number one Harrison Ford movies, but the IMDB ratings for his filmography let us know which ones are most popular with viewers. Countdown his amazing character in films with the best Harrison Ford movies according to IMDB.
The Conversation (7.9)
If a Francis Ford Coppola film that has a rating of 7.9 is only ranked as number ten, then you can imagine how impressive this list is going to be. This stellar paranoid thriller stars Gene Hackman as a surveillance expert who becomes convinced, he is being monitored.
The film was made before Ford became a superstar so it's interesting to see him in a small supporting role as the aide to a powerful businessman who hires Hackman's character. Away from the bigger scale films on this list, The Conversation reminds us that Ford can be compelling in any role.
Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (8.0)
It seemed like it would take a lot to bring Ford back to the Star Wars franchise after so many years, but he finally agreed to make one last memorable turn as Han Solo. The Force Awakens is the fun adventure that kicks off the new trilogy and helps pass the torch to the next generation.
The considerably older take on Han works well and Ford fits comfortably back into his iconic role. He is still the swashbuckling wise-ass but he also gets to hit some big emotional beats with Han's tragic relationship with his son, Ben Solo aka Kylo Ren.
Blade Runner 2049 (8.0)
Ford has had a trend in the recent phase of his career to revisit many of his most famous roles. Sometimes the return is a letdown and sometimes it was well worth the wait. Blade Runner 2049 is one of the later films.
Director Denis Villeneuve brings his unique style to the compelling story of a "replicant" on a quest to discover his origins which leads him to seek out Rick Deckard. While Ryan Gosling is the star of the show, Ford makes the most of his supporting role and gives one of his best performances in recent years. The film itself is a worthy successor to the original masterpiece.
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (8.2)
Indiana Jones is a role Ford was born to play. He is charming, badass and funny as the clever and capable adventurer. This third film in the series found Indy in search of the Holy Grail along with his father, played by Sean Connery.
The film is another extremely fun thrill ride in the Indiana Jones saga. It manages to recapture the fun and excitement of the first film while introducing the great father-son dynamic. Ford and Connery are wonderful together and make for a thrilling duo.
Blade Runner (8.2)
After becoming a household name with the Star Wars films, Ford decided to make a very different kind of science fiction film with Ridley Scott's Blade Runner. The film follows a futuristic cop who hunts runaway "replicants".
The film noir inside of a science fiction thriller is a great concept for a film and Scott helps create a beautiful futuristic world. People may disagree on which version of the film is best, but they all show why Blade Runner is considered one of the greatest science fiction movies of all time.
Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (8.3)
The original Star Wars trilogy came to an end with Return of the Jedi and it managed to be an appropriately epic conclusion. Picking up after the dark ending of The Empire Strikes Back, it follows the heroes' attempt to bring down the Empire for good.
Ford famously had his own ideas of how Han's story should end but instead, he got a rather goofy and slapstick adventure with Ewoks. Despite the silliness of some of the film, it is a satisfying end to an incredible trilogy.
Raiders of the Lost Ark (8.5)
Seeing Ford step out of the shadows as Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark remains a seminal moment in film history. With his trademark fedora and whip, Ford made Indy an instantly fascinating cinematic hero.
The adventure film from the mind of George Lucas was a hugely entertaining throwback as well as a leap forward for action filmmaking. It also cemented Steven Spielberg as the most reliable director when it comes to audience-pleasing entertainment. It remains one of the most popular films ever made and gave Ford yet another iconic character for his resume.
Apocalypse Now (8.5)
After Francis Ford Coppola found immense success with his Godfather films, he sought to make an even more ambitious film with his Vietnam War masterpiece, Apocalypse Now. The behind-the-scenes chaos of the film is almost as famous as the film itself, but the result is a horrifying, immersive and unforgettable film.
Ford has a small but important role as Colonel Lucas (a nod to George Lucas), one of the high-ranking officials who sends Captain Willard (Martin Sheen) to kill Colonel Kurtz (Marlon Brando). Ford is only one small part of this massive epic, but it remains one film every fan of cinema should see.
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (8.6)
The impact of the first Star Wars films really can't be overstated. George Lucas managed to create something totally new and breathtaking in the world of cinema. What could have been a massive and embarrassing failures turned into one of the biggest pop culture entities of all time.
It also cannot be overstated how important Ford was to the success of that first film. While the spectacle and creatures were more than impressive, the way Ford played Han Solo helped to ground the film in a much-needed way. He was the hero we all wanted to be and it is the role that made him a star.
Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (8.7)
A New Hope introduced the mind-blowing world of Star Wars to audiences, but Empire Strikes Back somehow improved on the adventure. The story of good versus evil continued but now with more complexities and fewer victories. The bleaker story gave future movie sequels something to strive for.
As the story aspect of the sequel improved, so did the character of Han Solo. Ford now seemed to have a full grasp on the role and he was given a more interesting and surprising story to play with. The result is a beloved adventure that still thrills audiences after all these years.