8 Daniel Craig Movies Besides the James Bond Series You Need to Watch

IMDb: 7.9/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 97%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, FlixFling, Plex

A modern mystery film directed by Rian Johnson, Knives Out follows detective Benoit Blanc as he investigates the death of a wealthy author. Daniel Craig plays the clever and quirky Blanc, who carefully looks at each suspect in the family. The movie also stars Chris Evans and Ana de Armas, adding more star power to the story. It is a fun and smart film that keeps viewers guessing.

IMDb: 6.4/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 77%

Where to Watch: HBO Max, Plex, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Apple TV 

Queer is a drama film directed by Luca Guadagnino. Daniel Craig plays an American man living in Mexico City who becomes obsessed with a younger man. The movie is based on a novel by William S. Burroughs and focuses on desire, loneliness, and complicated emotions. It also stars Drew Starkey, who plays the young man Craig’s character falls for. The film is emotional and beautifully shot.

IMDb: 7.8/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 86%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

Directed by David Fincher, this thriller follows journalist Mikael Blomkvist, played by Daniel Craig, as he investigates a decades-old mystery. He teams up with hacker Lisbeth Salander, played by Rooney Mara, to uncover dark secrets within a wealthy family. The movie is intense, stylish, and full of suspense. With its strong performances and gripping story, it remains one of Craig’s most well-known non-Bond films.

IMDb: 7.1/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 91%

Where to Watch: Netflix

In the sequel to Knives Out, Daniel Craig returns as detective Benoit Blanc, who travels to a private island owned by a tech billionaire played by Edward Norton. When a murder happens during a group gathering, Blanc must solve the case. The movie features a star-filled cast, including Janelle Monáe and Kate Hudson, and offers humor, mystery, and bright visuals.

IMDb: 7.0/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 92%

Where to Watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

Directed by Steven Soderbergh, Logan Lucky is a fun heist movie about two brothers who plan to rob a NASCAR race. Daniel Craig plays Joe Bang, a strange and brilliant explosives expert who helps them carry out the plan. The movie is full of humor and clever twists. Alongside Craig, the film stars Channing Tatum and Adam Driver, making it entertaining and exciting to watch.

IMDb: 7.2/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 81%

Where to Watch: fuboTV, Philo, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home 

Layer Cake is a British crime thriller directed by Matthew Vaughn. Daniel Craig stars as a skilled drug dealer who wants to leave the criminal world. However, he is pulled into dangerous situations involving gangs, money, and betrayal. The movie is stylish, sharp, and full of tension. Many fans see Craig’s performance here as one of the reasons he was later chosen to play James Bond.

IMDb: 7.6/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 82%

Where to Watch: fuboTV, Paramount Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

Directed by Sam Mendes, Road to Perdition is a crime drama starring Tom Hanks. Daniel Craig plays Connor Rooney, the troubled son of a mob leader. The story follows a man and his son trying to escape danger after witnessing a crime. The film is dark, emotional, and beautifully filmed. Craig’s role shows his ability to play complex and intense characters.

IMDb: 6.5/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 67%

Where to Watch: Metrograph, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

This biographical drama focuses on the life of painter Francis Bacon. Daniel Craig plays George Dyer, a small-time thief who becomes Bacon's lover and muse. The film explores their complicated relationship filled with passion and pain. Directed by John Maybury and starring Derek Jacobi as Bacon, the movie is artistic, emotional, and visually unique.