Keanu Reeves Shares His Top 20 Must-Watch Movies Everyone Should See

Keanu Reeves has shared a list of 20 movies he considers his personal favorites, offering fans a glimpse into his taste in film.

Despite his busy schedule, Reeves took the time to put together the selection, according to journalist Moss, who received the list. Moss said, “Like when I asked him for those movies, it seems like a little thing, but he’s so busy, he’s exhausted, and took the time to write this very, very thoughtful list.”

The list highlights Reeves’ admiration for legendary filmmakers, including Stanley Kubrick, Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, and Akira Kurosawa.

Reeves has often spoken about his respect for these directors. Reflecting on Kubrick, Reeves once joked during a Guardian interview, “I would’ve been his wet dream! After take 400, Kubrick would’ve been, [adopts grizzled Brooklyn accent] ‘All right, cut!’ and I’d be, like, ‘Stanley, can I do one more?’”

His choices on the list show a mix of iconic classics and surprising selections. Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange and Dr. Strangelove appear, alongside Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai and Coppola’s Apocalypse Now. Reeves also includes films by Luc Besson, like Léon: The Professional and La Femme Nikita, and throws in comedies from Mel Brooks, including Young Frankenstein and Blazing Saddles, reflecting his appreciation for humor alongside drama.

Other notable picks include Martin Scorsese’s Taxi Driver, George Miller’s Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior, and Sam Raimi’s The Evil Dead.

The full list of Keanu Reeves’ favorite films is: The Neon Demon, A Clockwork Orange, Rollerball, The Bad Batch, Dr. Strangelove, Seven Samurai, Amadeus, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead, The Evil Dead, Raising Arizona, The Big Lebowski, La Femme Nikita, Léon: The Professional, Young Frankenstein, Blazing Saddles, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, The Outlaw Josey Wales, Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior, Taxi Driver, and Apocalypse Now.

1. The Neon Demon (Nicolas Winding Refn, 2016)
2. A Clockwork Orange (Stanley Kubrick, 1971)
3. Rollerball (Norman Jewison, 1975)
4. The Bad Batch (Ana Lily Amirpour, 2016)
5. Dr. Strangelove (Stanley Kubrick, 1964)
6. Seven Samurai (Akira Kurosawa, 1954)
7. Amadeus (Miloš Forman, 1984)
8. Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (Tom Stoppard, 1990)
9. The Evil Dead (Sam Raimi, 1981)
10. Raising Arizona (Coen brothers, 1987)
11. The Big Lebowski (Coen brothers, 1998)
12. La Femme Nikita (Luc Besson, 1990)
13. Léon: The Professional (Luc Besson, 1994)
14. Young Frankenstein (Mel Brooks, 1974)
15. Blazing Saddles (Mel Brooks, 1974)
16. Monty Python and the Holy Grail (Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones, 1975)
17. The Outlaw Josey Wales (Clint Eastwood, 1976)
18. Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (George Miller, 1981)
19. Taxi Driver (Martin Scorsese, 1976)
20. Apocalypse Now (Francis Ford Coppola, 1979)

The list gives insight into Reeves’ broad love for movies, showing he values intense drama, smart comedies, and visually striking storytelling. It’s a mix that mirrors his own career, which balances action, drama, and humor.

This list shows how much thought Reeves puts into cinema and his understanding of storytelling. It’s a fascinating peek into the films that inspire him both as an actor and as a fan. What do you think about his picks? Are there any surprises or personal favorites of yours that match his list? Share your thoughts in the comments.