Ezra Miller is set to make a big impact in 2022 with the release of The Flash, which has already garnered significant hype because of its place in the DC Extended Universe. Miller is also part of other franchises like Harry Potter and has an established filmography.

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It’s interesting how many of Miller’s list of credits end up being overlooked, though, which can be rectified by basing a watch list around IMDb ratings. The actor has played a range of leading and supporting roles over the years, so it’s worth knowing which movies best connected with fans and viewers that might be in line for a binge-watch.

Afterschool (2008) - 6.1

Robert in Afterschool sitting on his desk

Among the first films to establish the range of Ezra Miller as an actor, Afterschool is a dark drama about a boy named Robert who witnesses the death of fellow students at school. There’s a mystery hanging around the story over whether Robert might have a hand in the incident, which is compounded by the fact that Robert had also filmed the whole thing.

While the movie has a solid 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, viewers were largely put off by the delay in the reveal of Robert’s hand in the girls’ deaths. Most agree that Miller is a standout with the way the performance is delivered, as Robert is both an intriguing and a chilling child to follow.

Beware The Gonzo (2010) - (6.3)

Eddie 'Gonzo' Gillman in Beware the Gonzo.

A mixture of a romantic comedy and a teen drama, this movie has Miller play Eddie “Gonzo” Gilman, a high school student who starts his own school newspaper after he’s fired from the official one. Eddie’s uncensored take on things exposes the school’s failings but also lands him in hot water with management.

Ezra Miller fans won’t be used to the actor playing movies without complex storylines, but it’s fun to see a relatively lighthearted and well-meant role such as Eddie. While IMDb reviews aren’t exactly the greatest for the movie, it’s an overall good experience for those who enjoy teen-centric stories.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald (2018) - 6.5

Credence standing in a room and looking distressed

This movie didn’t sit well with most viewers, who were primarily interested in Fantastic Beasts protagonist Newt Scamander’s pet creatures rather than heavy-handed storytelling. Ezra Miller reprised the role of Credence Barebone, who is manipulated by Gellert Grindelwald to give in to his powers and assume his alleged identity as Aurelius Dumbledore.

There are a whole lot of scattered characters that end up making the plot difficult to follow, as the points of view shift from one person to another. Miller shows up frequently throughout the movie, however, and does the best with the material given to the actor to project Credence’s confused state.

The Stanford Prison Experiment (2015) - 6.9

Prisoners harassed by guard in The Stanford Prison Experiment

Certain directorial techniques are more of an acquired taste that viewers might not fully connect with despite a solid story. This movie depicts the 1971 Stanford prison experiment in which professor Phillip Zimbardo had students act out the parts of prisoners or guards.

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There’s a good message about the dangers of violence here, with Miller portraying Prisoner 8612. However, viewers tend to be thrown off by the docudrama style of filming. As far as the actor is concerned, Miller is part of the characters who become disillusioned by the professor’s brutal methods and whose struggle plays out onscreen.

Asking For It (2021) - 7.1

Group of women wearing face masks sit together in Asking For It

Ezra Miller might come across as a funny person to fans, but the role of Mark Vanderhill is anything but that. Miller plays the leader of a dangerous alt-right group known as the Men’s First Movement, who go up against the Cherry Bombers, an all-female gang seeking justice for traumatic experiences against them.

Viewers appear to favor the subject material here, although it hasn’t landed in the very best of Miller’s filmography in terms of IMDb rating score. Still, it’s worth a shot checking out the actor playing against type, especially in a film that went under the radar in 2021.

Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them (2016) - 7.3

Credence is accompanied by Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them

Ezra Miller was introduced to many mainstream viewers through this movie, with the evil Gellert Grindelwald influencing Fantastic Beasts events specifically by targeting Credence Barebone. Miller’s role here was to play Credence as a scared but angry individual who eventually became consumed by hatred.

The movie is overall about Newt Scamander and his friends, though, so Miller fans need to bear that in mind before watching. It received generally positive reviews from critics and viewers as a fun venture into the larger Wizarding World universe and remains a breezy watch.

City Island (2009) - 7.4

Family has dinner at the table in City Island

This film is mainly helmed by Andy Garcia, who plays the patriarch of a dysfunctional family, Vince, who all have their own secrets. Ezra Miller plays Vince Jr., a boy who is attracted to a neighboring girl but can’t bring himself up to pursue her.

The main plot is about Vince including his illegitimate adult son in the family with none the wiser, as a comedy of errors ensues. Viewers tend to agree that the awkward situation plays well into the comedic and dramatic backdrop of the movie, with Miller playing a solid supporting role.

We Need To Talk About Kevin (2011) - 7.5

Kevin at the computer while his mom watches in We Need To Talk About Kevin

A dark drama that even the most ardent Ezra Miller fans might be surprised with, We Need to Talk About Kevin has Miller play the titular character, who is a disturbed teenager harboring murderous tendencies. It’s told through the point of view of his mother, played by Tilda Swinton, who can’t understand why her son is so deranged.

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The movie is probably not for the faint of heart, but those who have seen it have appreciated the chemistry between Swinton and Miller, along with the latter’s outright scary depiction of Kevin’s twisted psyche. It's appreciated in retrospect even more considering the other, more family-friendly characters Miller has played since, so the acting is something to behold.

The Perks Of Being A Wallflower (2012) - 7.9

Three friends hug in The Perks Of Being A Wallflower

A film with a blend of heartwarming and deeply emotional themes, IMDb users rate The Perks of Being a Wallflower as the best coming-of-age film on Netflix. Ezra Miller plays Patrick, a gay teen who seeks to have his jock boyfriend openly acknowledge their relationship, and also befriends the main character, Charlie.

It’s a story about Charlie dealing with repressed trauma from his childhood that is eased after he becomes friends with Patrick and his stepsister, Samantha. Fans continue to check this movie out for its thematic elements, the stellar acting by Miller and the rest of the cast, and the way it’s aged so well.

Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) - 8.1

Barry Allen watches in shock in Zack Snyder's Justice League.

There’s a longstanding debate over who, between Ezra Miller and Grant Gustin, is the better Flash. The director’s cut to this superhero movie only fueled arguments further. This version has been massively well-received by fans, with The Flash stepping up to directly challenge Steppenwolf’s attempt to destroy Earth.

The actor showcases Barry Allen’s goofy and tortured side, as Barry tries to reconcile the fact that he has powers that can save the entire world. Zack Snyder’s Justice League has a runtime of four hours, but IMDb ratings confirm that fans of Ezra Miller would very gladly watch this movie over all others.

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