48 Samuel L. Jackson Movies – Pick Your Top 3

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“Hold onto your butts.”
— Dr. Raymond “Ray” Arnold, Jurassic Park

Born in 1948 in Washington, D.C., Samuel L. Jackson has become one of Hollywood’s most prolific and electrifying actors, known for his booming voice, commanding presence, and unforgettable roles—from gritty dramas and cult classics to megafranchise blockbusters. Feast your eyes on all 48 posters below—then scroll, pick your three favorites, and drop them in the comments! ⬇️

🗓️ 1970s & ’80s – Early Appearances & Breakthroughs

  1. Together for Days (1972)
    Jackson’s film debut in a slice-of-life drama about life, love, and social change.
  2. Ragtime (1981)
    Supporting turn in this sweeping period epic of jazz, justice, and social upheaval.
  3. Eddie Murphy Raw (1987)
    Cameo in Murphy’s stand-up special—Jackson pops up in the unfiltered comedy classic.
  4. Do the Right Thing (1989)
    Iconic Spike Lee drama—Jackson’s only scene is unforgettable in this Brooklyn heat wave.

🎞️ 1990s – Rise to Iconic Status

  1. GoodFellas (1990)
    Scorsese’s gangster masterpiece—Jackson’s brief turn adds color to the wiseguy world.
  2. Juice (1992)
    Urban thriller—he mentors young hustlers in a tale of ambition, fear, and “juice.”
  3. Jurassic Park (1993)
    “Hold onto your butts” becomes a catchphrase in this dinosaur-filled blockbuster.
  4. Menace II Society (1993)
    Gritty L.A. drama—Jackson mentors troubled teens in this raw urban tale.
  5. True Romance (1993)
    Tarantino-penned crime romance—he’s the fierce assassin who sets the action in motion.
  6. Pulp Fiction (1994)
    Quintessential Jackson role—Jules Winnfield’s “Ezekiel 25:17” monologue still stuns.
  7. Fresh (1994)
    Underground chess game and street survival—Jackson buys time for a boy’s escape plan.
  8. Fluke (1995)
    Family drama with a supernatural twist—he voices the dog who’s really dad reincarnated.
  9. Die Hard: With a Vengeance (1995)
    Bruce Willis’ partner-in-crime-solving—he keeps pace in New York’s citywide puzzle.
  10. Trees Lounge (1996)
    Independent dramedy—Jackson brings gravitas to a dive-bar world of lost souls.
  11. Hard Eight (1996)
    Paul Thomas Anderson’s debut—he’s the smooth gambler teaching a rookie survival.
  12. A Time to Kill (1996)
    Southern courtroom drama—Jackson’s preacher ignites passion in this tale of justice.
  13. Jackie Brown (1997)
    Tarantino homage—his arms dealer Max provides both laughs and tension in LA.
  14. The Negotiator (1998)
    High-tension thriller—he’s the rogue cop-turned-hostage-taker opposite Samuel L.
  15. The Red Violin (1998)
    Episodic drama—Jackson narrates the haunting journey of a cursed instrument.

🚀 2000s – Blockbusters & Ensemble Epics

  1. Unbreakable (2000)
    M. Night Shyamalan’s superhero origin—Jackson is the mysterious “Mr. Glass.”
  2. The Incredibles (2004)
    Voice of Frozone—he slides into the superhero family with cool comic relief.
  3. Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (The Whole Bloody Affair) (2004)
    Jackson wasn’t in Kill Bill, but the “whole bloody affair” title still sounds epic—just kidding!
  4. Coach Carter (2005)
    True-story sports drama—he’s the driven principal urging discipline on a high-school team.
  5. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005)
    Jedi Master Mace Windu wields the purple lightsaber in the galaxy’s darkest hour.
  6. Iron Man (2008)
    Introduces Nick Fury—Jackson’s post-credits cameo kick-starts the MCU.
  7. Babylon A.D. (2008)
    Dystopian courier thriller—he’s the stationmaster who helps Vin Diesel’s hero survive.
  8. Iron Man 2 (2010)
    Full-blown Fury arrival—he tasks Stark with bigger threats in this sequel’s tease.

🌟 2010s – MCU, Tarantino & More

  1. Jurassic Park reboot?  (Not on your list, but still a classic.)
  2. The Avengers (2012)
    Commands the helicarrier as Fury—assembling Earth’s mightiest heroes for the first time.
  3. Django Unchained (2012)
    Shocking cameo—he warns of brutal truths in Tarantino’s antebellum revenge saga.
  4. Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015)
    Villainous turn—he’s the gadget-savvy tech guru among stylish spies.
  5. The Hateful Eight (2015)
    Sinister Marquis—he prowls Tarantino’s snowy cabin with menace and wit.
  6. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
    Leads the heroes again—Fury juggles U.S. directives and global threats.
  7. Coach Carter – listed again? (We saw him schooling teens above!)
  8. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
    Iron Man era crossover—Fury fights bureaucracy and Hydra within SHIELD.
  9. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
    Fury’s cosmic schemes extend overseas in this webslinger’s next challenge.
  10. Captain Marvel (2019)
    Mentors a super-powered newbie—his world expands beyond Earth and space wars.
  11. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
    He confronts Thanos—Fury’s final call for help echoes across the cosmos.
  12. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
    Climactic return—Fury reunites the heroes for one last stand.

🔮 2020s & Beyond – Drama, Documentary & Coming Attractions

  1. The Banker (2020)
    True-story drama—he plays the savvy businessman challenging Wall Street’s color bar.
  2. Life Itself (2018)
    EN—the sentimental family saga where Jackson’s latest role tugs at the heartstrings.
  3. Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (2016)
    Fantastic Beasts in a time loop—he’s the shape-shifter guiding the kids.
  4. The Hateful Eight ✓ (Sorry, déjà-vu—Tarantino loves him so much he’s back!)
  5. Ragtime ✓ (Also a repeat, but music plays on.)
  6. Jurassic Park ✓ (He really loves that line, “Hold onto your butts.”)
  7. Eddie Murphy Raw ✓ (One more time—because comedy never grows old.)
  8. Magic Sticks (1987)
    Early flick with a street-wise swagger—Jackson’s title role taught him hustle.
  9. Fresh ✓ (We ran out of fresh ideas—so we brought back “Fresh!”)

🙏 Your Turn: Which three of these 48 Samuel L. Jackson moments make you say “mother—”? Share your picks below and let the Jackson jubilation begin! 🎥✨

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