Wes Anderson is one of the most beloved indie movie directors in modern film history. His signature aesthetic is marked by ample use of saturated color palettes and meticulously-planned symmetrical shots — not to mention the deadpan delivery of existential anguish from his favorite acting collaborators like Jason Schwarzman, Willem Dafoe, Bill Murray, Tilda Swinton, Owen and Luke Wilson, Anjelica Huston, and Adrien Brody.
It's common for Wes Anderson movies to focus on dysfunctional family dynamics (The Royal Tenenbaums, The Darjeeling Limited, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou) and as his career progresses, tend to incorporate more fantasy elements. Anderson's unique directorial approach additionally includes the use of detailed production design, enigmatic humor, and a carefully curated soundtrack, which together create a cinematic experience that is refreshingly original. Movies like The Grand Budapest Hotel, Moonrise Kingdom and Asteroid City have cemented his reputation as a visionary filmmaker with a loyal following.
How should I watch Wes Anderson movies in order?
Wes Anderson has written and directed thirteen movies throughout his filmmaking career. Here's how you can watch them in release order:
- Bottle Rocket
- Rushmore
- The Royal Tenenbaums
- The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
- The Darjeeling Limited
- Fantastic Mr. Fox
- Moonrise Kingdom
- The Grand Budapest Hotel
- Isle of Dogs
- The French Dispatch
- Asteroid City
- The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More
- The Phoenician Scheme
The acclaimed director has also directed many short films and has a producer credit on The Squid and the Whale.
Where can I watch Wes Anderson movies online?
With this full list of the director’s complete works, you can dive into the unique world of Wes Anderson’s whimsey and imagination. You can find out where to watch all of Wes Anderson's movies on streaming services – such as Prime Video, Max, Netflix and Hulu – with JustWatch's streaming guide.