Whether you see M. Night Shyamalan as a genius with a few missteps or a mediocre director with occasional success, his films are rarely boring. Personally, I find every Shyamalan film fascinating, even if they often leave me banging my head in frustration.
M. Night Shyamalan Movies Ranked
Shyamalan is one of the few contemporary directors with a style of his own, and seems content with his brand of low-budget horror, regardless of how critics or audiences react. His dedication to his craft is worthy of praise, even celebration. Few writer-directors take as many creative risks as Shyamalan, for better or for worse.
With his latest film, Trap, now in theaters, we're looking back at his 30-plus year career. Below, you'll find M. Night Shyamalan's films ranked from worst to best. Don't expect a last-second twist — this ranking is exactly what you'd expect.
Praying with Anger, Shyamalan’s debut film, reflects his early inexperience in both directing and writing. While its exploration of cultural clashes between Indian and Western values is intriguing, the film doesn’t fully realize its ambitious themes. It’s a film best suited for completionists and those interested in tracing Shyamalan’s evolution as a filmmaker.
