Top 10 James Cameron Movies That Are Must Watches

Described as one of the best directors that’s ever been on the planet, James Cameron is a legend. Even if you haven’t heard his name, you must’ve heard about his movies that have taken over the world for decades! The most astonishing thing about Cameron is he keeps his premises simple, but puts so much effort into the tiny details to make his movies stand out. Three of his films- Titanic, Avatar and Avatar: The way of water are among the Top 4 highest-grossing films of all time. Let’s take a look at the Top 10 James Cameron movies that you can watch!

1. Titanic

Drama. Action. Romance. Great CGI. Great story. Great Acting. Great Ending. Name it, and you have it. Titanic is a movie that was way ahead of its time, as it told a fictional story set during a real-life historical time. The budget of the movie was the highest at that time, and it became enormously popular with the public. To  this date it is one of the most successful cinema releases of all time. The movie Ten Academic records when it was released, and to this day people are still impressed with this story of vanity. Surely, it is the best of James’ entire career. 

 

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2. Avatar

Just like Titanic, Avatar is a heart-touching piece with a social message. Whether we talk about the CGI, or the fantastic use of 3D effects, everything about this movie is oh-so-perfect! Cameron is one of the few directors who have managed to showcase 3D most impressively. During the first part of Avatar, several records were broken when it became the highest-grossing movie since Cameron’s own Titanic, and now Avatar: The Way of Water has regained that crown.

 

3. Aliens

Released almost 3 decades ago, Aliens is a science fiction action film that received acclaim from all over the world. It is a sequel to the aliens movie with an impeccable soundtrack, bgm and cinematography as well! The movie received great reviews from the critics, with a rating of 8.3/10 from IMDb and 98% from Rotten Tomatoes! Many describe it as the best sequel of all time!

 

4. The Terminator

“Terminator is a movie that people see over and over, so it works like that”. This statement by James Cameron was 100% accurate because to this date, Terminator stands tall as one of the best science fiction movies of all time and people return to watch it numerous times! It is a dark, dystopian, film-noir love story and the cast gave astonishing performances! Even though The Terminator started as a low-budget film, it remains a timeless classic and a masterpiece in cinema.

5. Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Terminator 2 was released in July 1991, which is 3 decades ago now, but it still looks reasonably modern in 2023. The multi-million dollar budget, action scenes and filming in modern locations have helped the movie stand the test of time. The movie received a rating of 92% from Rotten Tomatoes and 8.6/10 from IDMb. Judgement Day is the best among the whole Terminator franchise as it has an unbelievably well-written plot and continues very well from the last film.

 

6. The Abyss

Long before “Avatar 2: The Way of Water”, James Cameron’s “The Abyss’ ‘ was the first underwater sci-fi movie ever made! It is one of Cameron’s more obscure films with mixed reviews from the audience. This movie is about relationships in a cold dark environment that are strained by current happenings. Drama builds into a fight for their lives, but they were saved by otherworldly beings. The Abyss has fantastic special effects and direction, and you would enjoy watching this one!

 

7. True Lies

Having to manage between personal and professional life is hard, but what if you’re working a secret double life? True Lies is a spy-thriller, the 90s action-comedic movie with great visual effects, comedy and acting. The best part of this film is the plot, which will leave you in awe! Even though it has its share of silliness, still the movie is highly entertaining and can be enjoyed by people of any age. Arnold, Tom Arnold, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Tea Carrer are all outstanding in their roles!

 

8. Aliens of the Deep

As opposed to his previous movies, Aliens of the Deep is a documentary about exploring the depths of oceans. Not only is this film informative but pretty entertaining as well. The movie also explores the possibilities of exploring oceans on other planets and moons in our solar system. If you’re a science lover, then this movie is meant for you!

 

9. Ghosts of the Abyss

Cameron has done a splendid job with Ghosts of the Abyss, it can be described as a compelling documentary. In this sci-fi documentary, James Cameron and Bill Paxton along with other scientists and deep sea explorers head down to explore the remains of Titanic. It is one of the best Titanic documentaries ever made, as it delivers a rich and interactive look at the wreckage site. It is a must-see for the ones who cannot get enough of Titanic lore.

 

10. Piranha 2: The Spawning

Piranha 2 has received bittersweet opinions from the audience. While some people believe that the movie is a big step down from Cameron’s other movies, others argue that it’s not as bad as some make it out to be. The sequel consists of bit cringy lines nonetheless but that doesn’t take away the fact that it is entertaining nonetheless. Don’t rely on the verdict, you must find out for yourself if the movie is as good as Cameron’s other movies or not.

 

Such a marvellous list, isn’t it? Which have you seen already? And if you haven’t seen these James Cameron Movies just in case, then grab some popcorn and get right into it.