The Best Mark Strong Movies

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List of the best Mark Strong movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Mark Strong's highest grossing movies have received a lot of accolades over the years, earning millions upon millions around the world. The order of these top Mark Strong movies is decided by how many votes they receive, so only highly rated Mark Strong movies will be at the top of the list. Mark Strong has been in a lot of films, so people often debate each other over what the greatest Mark Strong movie of all time is. If you and a friend are arguing about this then use this list of the most entertaining Mark Strong films to end the squabble once and for all.

If you think the best Mark Strong role isn't at the top, then upvote it so it has the chance to become number one. The greatest Mark Strong performances didn't necessarily come from the best movies, but in most cases they go hand in hand.

List contains films like Flashbacks of a Fool and The Young Victoria.

"This list answers the questions, "What are the best Mark Strong movies?" and "What are the greatest Mark Strong roles of all time?"

Roman Polanski and Ridley Scott have both worked with Mark Strong over the years, as have plenty of other well-known directors. Mark Strong has been in some really popular films, and is right up there with stars like Jim Broadbent and Tom Wilkinson in terms of fame and success.

Most divisive: Babylon A.D.
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  • Sherlock Holmes
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    Sherlock Holmes

    Robert Downey, Jude Law, Rachel McAdams
    35 votes
    • Released: 2009
    • Directed by: Guy Ritchie
    Sherlock Holmes, a gripping detective thriller, plunges you into the foggy lanes of 1890s London. The iconic detective Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.) and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson (Jude Law) navigate a web of mystery, deception, and danger. From shadowy alleys to opulent mansions, they unravel a plot that threatens the entire city. With wit sharper than any blade and courage unwavering in the face of peril, this dynamic duo battles black magic and brute force alike. Directed by Guy Ritchie, this film is a thrilling ride into the mind of literature's greatest detective.

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  • RocknRolla
    2

    RocknRolla

    Gerard Butler, Tom Wilkinson, Thandie Newton
    42 votes
    • Released: 2008
    • Directed by: Guy Ritchie
    Old-school mobster Lenny Cole (Tom Wilkinson) rules London's underworld with an iron fist and a score of well-greased palms. As big-time gangsters and petty crooks all scramble to get their cut of a Russian mobster's crooked land deal, street-wise hustler One Two (Gerard Butler) tries to play both sides of the fence as the lucrative deal falls into the lap of Lenny's presumed-dead son.

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  • Stardust
    3

    Stardust

    Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, Robert De Niro
    28 votes
    • Released: 2007
    • Directed by: Matthew Vaughn
    Stardust, a thrilling fantasy adventure film, unveils the tale of a young man, Tristan (Charlie Cox), who embarks on an audacious expedition in a magical realm. His quest is to find a fallen star, Yvaine (Claire Danes), promised as a gift for his beloved Victoria (Sienna Miller). The journey becomes more perilous when wicked witch Lamia (Michelle Pfeiffer) seeks the star's youth-restoring powers. The movie also features Captain Shakespeare (Robert De Niro), an eccentric pirate. Breathtaking visuals and intriguing plot twists make Stardust an enthralling cinematic experience.

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  • Body of Lies
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    Body of Lies

    Leonardo DiCaprio, Russell Crowe, Mark Strong
    38 votes
    • Released: 2008
    • Directed by: Ridley Scott
    CIA agent Roger Ferris (Leonardo DiCaprio) hatches a bold but dangerous plan to capture terrorist Al-Saleem. With the help of Ed Hoffman (Russell Crowe) who is a master of subterfuge, Ferris creates a fake terrorist organization to prompt Al-Saleem out of hiding. At the same time, Ferris must keep his plan secret from Hani (Mark Strong), the head of Jordanian intelligence, because Ferris will lose his own life if Hani finds out.

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  • Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
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    Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

    Gary Oldman, Kathy Burke, Benedict Cumberbatch
    47 votes
    • Released: 2011
    • Directed by: Tomas Alfredson
    Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, a gripping espionage thriller, is set within the shadowy corridors of British Intelligence during the Cold War. It revolves around the stoic and shrewd George Smiley (Gary Oldman), brought out of his forced retirement to root out a Soviet mole lurking in their ranks. The film, winning acclaim for its meticulous plot and taut screenplay, also stars Colin Firth as Bill Haydon and Tom Hardy as Ricki Tarr. With a narrative that weaves suspicion and secrets together, it's a chilling examination of loyalty, betrayal, and the quiet intensity of spy craft.

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  • Shazam!
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    Shazam!

    Zachary Levi, Mark Strong, Asher Angel
    25 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: David F. Sandberg
    Shazam! is a vibrant splash in the DC universe. A tale of transformation, it follows 14-year-old foster kid Billy Batson (Asher Angel) who can turn into the adult superhero Shazam (Zachary Levi), all by shouting out one word - SHAZAM! Brimming with the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles and speed of Mercury; Shazam revels in this adult version of himself. Dr. Thaddeus Sivana (Mark Strong) plays a compelling antagonist, vying for Shazam's powers to conquer the world. Balancing action and humor, this film offers a light-hearted take on superhero genre.

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