Best Drama 2015 Movies

Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée, this 2016 film stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Davis Mitchell, a successful investment banker who struggles to cope with the sudden loss of his wife. As he…

In this 2015 stop-motion animated film, viewers follow the story of Michael Stone, a self-help author who perceives everyone around him as having the same face and voice, until he…

Set in the post-Civil War era, this Quentin Tarantino film follows a group of eight strangers who find themselves trapped together in a remote Wyoming cabin during a blizzard. As…

Set in the early 19th century, this gripping tale follows frontiersman Hugh Glass, portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio, as he embarks on a relentless quest for survival and vengeance after being…

In this 2015 film directed by David O. Russell, the story follows a determined woman who rises to become the matriarch of a powerful business dynasty. The narrative is inspired…

This 2015 film, directed by Adam McKay, delves into the intricate and often bewildering world of finance, focusing on the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. It follows…

Set in the 1920s, this film tells the poignant story of Danish artists Einar and Gerda Wegener, whose lives are transformed when Einar embarks on a groundbreaking journey of self-discovery…

Directed by Ryan Coogler, this 2015 film follows the journey of Adonis Johnson, the son of the legendary boxing champion Apollo Creed, as he seeks to forge his own legacy…

Set in the 1950s, this film follows the story of a young aspiring photographer, Therese Belivet, and her romantic involvement with an older, sophisticated woman named Carol Aird. As their…

Directed by Ron Howard, this 2015 film is a gripping maritime adventure that delves into the harrowing true story of the whaling ship Essex. Set in the early 19th century,…

In this gripping drama directed by Peter Landesman, Will Smith delivers a powerful performance as Dr. Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist who uncovers the truth about brain damage in football…

Directed by Tom McCarthy, this gripping drama follows the investigative journalism team at The Boston Globe as they uncover a massive scandal involving child molestation and cover-ups within the local…

Set against the backdrop of 1940s Hollywood, this film chronicles the life of Dalton Trumbo, a talented screenwriter whose career is derailed by his political beliefs during the Red Scare….

In this 2015 drama directed by Adam Salky, the film delves into the life of Laney Brooks, portrayed by Sarah Silverman, who struggles with self-destructive behavior while trying to maintain…

Set in the early 1950s, this film follows the journey of a young Irish immigrant, Eilis Lacey, as she navigates the challenges of starting a new life in Brooklyn, New…

Set in early 20th-century Britain, this historical drama follows the story of Maud Watts, a working-class woman who becomes embroiled in the suffragette movement, fighting for women’s right to vote….

As a distinguished producer and close collaborator of Dan Rather, Mary Mapes is convinced she has uncovered the most significant story of the 2004 election: exposing details about the military…

Jack, a five-year-old boy, has spent his entire life confined to a single room, convinced that everything within its walls constitutes the entirety of reality. However, his perspective is challenged…

Directed by Danny Boyle, this biographical drama delves into the life of the iconic tech visionary, Steve Jobs, focusing on three pivotal product launches that defined his career. The film…

In this culinary drama directed by John Wells, Bradley Cooper stars as Adam Jones, a talented yet troubled chef seeking redemption and a third Michelin star. After a self-destructive spiral,…

Directed by Robert Zemeckis, this film is a thrilling dramatization of the true story of Philippe Petit, a French high-wire artist who famously walked between the Twin Towers of the…

In this gripping science fiction film, an astronaut finds himself stranded on Mars after a fierce storm forces his crew to evacuate, leaving him behind. With limited supplies, he must…

Set against the backdrop of the 1969 Stonewall riots, this film follows the journey of a young man named Danny Winters, played by Jeremy Irvine, who finds himself in New…

In this intense crime thriller, an idealistic FBI agent, played by Emily Blunt, is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the…

Set against the backdrop of an unnamed West African country, this gripping drama follows the harrowing journey of a young boy named Agu, who is forced to become a child…

In this gripping adventure drama directed by Baltasar Kormákur, a group of climbers faces the ultimate test of survival as they attempt to reach the summit of the world’s highest…

Set in the 1960s, this crime thriller delves into the tumultuous lives of the infamous Kray twins, Reggie and Ronnie, who ruled the London underworld. Both roles are masterfully portrayed…

Set in the gritty backdrop of 1970s and 1980s Boston, this crime drama delves into the life of notorious gangster James “Whitey” Bulger, portrayed by Johnny Depp in a chilling…

In this poignant drama directed by Andrew Haigh, a couple’s seemingly stable marriage is tested as they prepare to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. The film stars Charlotte Rampling and…

In this 2015 film, a young DJ named Cole Carter, played by Zac Efron, navigates the electronic dance music scene in Los Angeles, aspiring to make it big. As he…

In this visually striking adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, director Justin Kurzel brings a raw and visceral interpretation to the tale of ambition and power. The film stars Michael Fassbender…

Directed by F. Gary Gray, this biographical drama chronicles the rise of the influential hip-hop group N.W.A. as they revolutionize music and culture in the 1980s. The film follows the…

In this introspective drama directed by James Ponsoldt, the film explores the complex relationship between acclaimed author David Foster Wallace, played by Jason Segel, and Rolling Stone journalist David Lipsky,…

In this psychological thriller, a married couple’s life is upended when they encounter an old acquaintance, whose unexpected and increasingly unsettling visits bring dark secrets from the past to light….

In this gripping psychological drama, a group of college students participates in a simulated prison experiment, where they are randomly assigned roles as guards or prisoners. As the experiment progresses,…

Set in the vibrant neighborhood of Inglewood, California, this film follows the life of Malcolm, a high school senior with a passion for ’90s hip-hop culture and a dream of…

In this 2015 film directed by Bill Condon, the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, portrayed by Ian McKellen, is now a retired nonagenarian living in a remote Sussex farmhouse. Struggling with…

In this 2015 film directed by Jake Schreier, the story follows Quentin, a high school senior, as he embarks on a quest to find his enigmatic neighbor, Margo, after she…

In this heartfelt coming-of-age film directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, the story follows Greg, a high school senior who spends most of his time making parodies of classic films with his…

Set against the harrowing backdrop of Auschwitz during World War II, this film follows Saul Ausländer, a Jewish prisoner forced to work in the camp’s crematoriums. As he discovers the…

In this gripping German thriller, a young Spanish woman named Victoria, played by Laia Costa, finds herself swept up in a night of unexpected adventure and danger after meeting a…

In this visually stunning film directed by Paolo Sorrentino, two old friends, a retired composer and a film director, reflect on their lives while vacationing at a serene Swiss Alps…

Set in the picturesque English countryside of the 19th century, this film follows the life of the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene, portrayed by Carey Mulligan. She navigates complex relationships…

Set during World War II, this film follows the heartwarming journey of a young boy named Pepper, who is determined to bring his father back home from the war. The…

In this romantic fantasy drama, Blake Lively stars as a woman who ceases to age following a mysterious accident, leading her to live a solitary life to keep her secret…

Directed by George Tillman Jr., this romantic drama intertwines the lives of a young couple, Sophia and Luke, with the memories of an elderly man named Ira. As Sophia, an…

This 2015 film, directed by Simon Curtis, stars Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds in a compelling drama based on true events. The story follows Maria Altmann, an elderly Jewish refugee,…

In a near-future society, a police robot is reprogrammed to think and feel for itself, leading to a journey of self-discovery and existential questions about consciousness and humanity. Directed by…

Set in the small, predominantly Latino town of McFarland, California, this inspiring sports drama follows the journey of a high school cross country team led by coach Jim White, played…

In this thought-provoking science fiction film, a young programmer named Caleb wins a competition to spend a week at the secluded estate of his company’s reclusive CEO, Nathan. Upon arrival,…

In this inspiring drama directed by Sean McNamara, a group of high school students from an underprivileged area come together to form a robotics club. With the guidance of their…

Set against the backdrop of the Afghanistan conflict, this gripping film directed by Paul Katis follows a group of British soldiers who find themselves trapped in a minefield. The tension…

In this gripping psychological thriller, the disappearance of a woman on her fifth wedding anniversary becomes the center of a media frenzy, with her husband as the prime suspect. The…

In this critically acclaimed film, Michael Keaton stars as a washed-up actor, once famous for his role as a superhero, who struggles to mount a Broadway play in a bid…

In this gripping sequel, tensions rise between a growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar and a group of human survivors in a post-apocalyptic world. As both sides…

Directed by Richard Linklater, this groundbreaking film follows the life of a young boy named Mason from childhood to adulthood, capturing the essence of growing up over a 12-year period….

In this compelling drama, a widowed single mother struggles to raise her unpredictable and sometimes violent teenage son, who has been expelled from a specialized care institution. Their lives take…

Directed by Bennett Miller, this gripping drama delves into the complex and ultimately tragic relationship between Olympic wrestling champions Mark and Dave Schultz and their wealthy benefactor, John du Pont….