THERE IS no director in Hollywood working harder, faster, and more consistently than Steven Soderbergh, who has pumped out a film (or multiple, if we get extra lucky) nearly every single year ever since
emerging from his “retirement” in 2017. He is the type of filmmaker to never make the same exact film twice, always approaching narratives in new ways and trying out different techniques. In addition to directorial duties, Soderbergh often serves as cinematographer and editor on his films, giving him full control of his artistic vision.
The prolific auteur first rose to prominence after winning the coveted Palme d’Or for his directorial debut Sex, Lies, and Videotape at the 1989 Cannes Film Festival. Ever since, he has crafted a body of work featuring a mix of low-budget indies, experimental outings, and extremely successful mainstream flicks, as well as the occasional ambitious TV series (including the forthcoming HBO Max show Full Circle). Through his long career spanning nearly three decades, he has never once sacrificed his goal of telling stories that challenge conventions in some way. Even what would be considered his worst work is typically watchable, thanks to his sprawling, star-studded ensembles and ability to make anything appear compelling.
With 33 movies to his name and counting, Soderbergh is one of the most fascinating and multi-faceted filmmakers of our time. To celebrate the much-anticipated release of Magic Mike’s Last Dance, which hits theaters on February 10, we ranked every single Steven Soderbergh-helmed film from worst to best.
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