John Sayles

John Sayles

John Thomas Sayles (born September 28, 1950) is an American independent film director, screenwriter, editor, actor, and novelist.

John Sayles Movies

Discover the best John Sayles movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring John Sayles ranked by year and score.

1

Girlfight (2000)

Drama
Diana Guzman has anger to spare and nowhere to put it. Growing up in Brooklyn with a volatile home life and no real outlet, she stumbles into her brother's boxing...
Score 6.5
2

Malcolm X (1992)

Drama History
Spike Lee's sweeping portrait of Malcolm Little traces a life that reinvented itself multiple times: street hustler, prisoner, minister, and finally a global symbol of Black self-determination. The film moves...
Score 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-rated movies starring John Sayles? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring John Sayles are Girlfight and Malcolm X.
How many movies and TV shows has John Sayles starred in? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles starring John Sayles, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies starring John Sayles worth watching? +
Yes! The overall filmography starring John Sayles maintains a strong average user rating of 7 out of 10 across all tracked titles.