If style, swag, and gunfire had a baby: 11 best Guy Ritchie movies, ranked 

Guy Ritchie is a British film director, producer, and screenwriter. He created his distinctive cinematic domain via unique dialogues, impressive action choreography, and interesting romantic scenes. His films present filmic aesthetics and dramatic speed, which leads to narratives that immerse audiences.

Ritchie developed a unique directing style throughout his career, which he has maintained while refining his storytelling techniques in movies such as Snatch, Operation Fortune, and Sherlock Holmes. Let's dive into his most iconic works, from cult classics to modern cinematic spectacles.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the writer's opinion. It is recommended that readers use discretion.

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The list of 11 best Guy Ritchie movies based on style, swag, and gunfire (ranked) is provided below:

11. RocknRolla (2008)

In the UK, RocknRolla premiered on September 5, 2008. In its first week of release, it peaked at number one at the UK box office. Rotten Tomatoes has rated this movie at 60% on Tomatometer and 71% on Popcornmeter. The film has been ranked lowest because it lacked the punch and stylistic audacity of his other crime movies, despite being a good one.

Guy Ritchie tells the story of traditional gangster Lenny Cole (Tom Wilkinson), who wields several well-greased palms and an iron fist, rules London’s underworld. Streetwise hustler One Two (Gerard Butler) tries to play both sides of the fence as the lucrative transaction falls into the lap of Lenny's presumed-dead son, while major gangsters and small-time criminals all vie for their share of a corrupt land deal made by a Russian mobster.

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10. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024)

One of Ritchie's action-packed movies is The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, released on April 13, 2024, in New York City, April 19, 2024, in the USA, and July 25, 2024, in the UK. Lionsgate is the film's producing company. Rotten Tomatoes has rated this movie at 68% on Tomatometer and 91% on Popcornmeter. Check out his The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare poster on Instagram.

This action-comedy movie tells the story of the first elite security organization created during WWII by UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill and a group of military officials, including author Ian Fleming. Ritchie narrates the story based on recently declassified files from the British War Department, inspired by actual events.

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9. Swept Away (2002)

Swept Away was released on October 11, 2002. The film is based on the story of a rich woman (Madonna) who teams up with a low-income sailor on a deserted tropical island that ruins their social status and forces them into a life-or-death survival situation. The film explores love and control dynamics and class conflicts, but fails to maintain stability in its presentation.

Guy Ritchie takes a different direction with this film since he chooses romantic narratives over his typical gangster dramas. The film's core "swag" signature and "gunfire" trademark are missing, but it makes Ritchie's most stylistic yet uncharacteristic work to date. For this reason, the movie has been placed in the 9th position.

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8. Revolver (2005)

Revolver premiered on September 22, 2005, in the UK. The film has been ranked eighth due to the Rotten Tomatoes score of 13%. Jake Green leads the cast as a former felon who tries to avenge the criminal overlord who cheated him in Revolver, which offers a psychological crime experience. The story presents a combination of philosophical depth, chess symbolism, and psychological battles.

Ritchie unites the typical criminal world he focuses on with deep existential thoughts within the story. The film employs a combination of visual and intellectual aspects as style choices through formal attire, in-depth narration, and manipulated imagery.

The film has actual gun violence with psychological games of strength and personal dignity, which serve as its central themes. Although contentious, many critics label it as an audacious experiment in gangster noir.

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7. Wrath of Man (2021)

The Wrath of Man movie was released nationwide on May 7, 2021. Jason Statham portrays H, who joins the cash truck company as a new employee while carrying a deadly hidden agenda in Wrath of Man. During the company attack, H shows lethal fighting abilities that suggest something hidden underneath his surface.

The narrative reveals his revenge plan behind the tragic death that he survived. The movie effectively expresses menace with persistent tension and polished visual techniques. Viewers have seen dynamic shootout sequences and explosive theft operations that maintain an unbridled pace. It has been ranked seventh due to the Rotten Tomatoes score of 68%.

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6. Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (2023)

This movie was released on March 3, 2023, in the USA. In the film, Jason Statham plays Orson Fortune, a top-level spy who faces an urgent mission to end an arms transaction with stolen technological equipment. The mission to save the world begins when he allies with a suave Hollywood actor and a strange group of crew members who travel the world.

Guy Ritchie combines this spy film with refined production design, witty dialogue, and cynical humor. The film feels premium through its glossiness, while Statham's intense nonchalant personality produces the swag. The gun battles achieve their stylish impact through expertly choreographed action sequences. The espionage plot takes Guy Ritchie's direction by maintaining smartness, style, and the implementation of sarcastic tones.

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5. Snatch (2000)

This movie was released on August 23, 2000 (UK). Through his role as Turkish in Snatch, Jason Statham portrays a boxing promoter who becomes entangled in a disorderly network of diamond theft, boxing rings, and wild criminal organizations. The film follows Brad Pitt in a role as a bare-knuckle boxer among a diverse cast while its narrative builds into meticulously planned chaos.

This picture ranks fifth because of Guy Ritchie's use of non-linear storylines, editorial motion, and unique language. The cult genre of this film acknowledges that its creator can masterfully combine deadly battles, quick pacing, hilarious moments, and dangerous fighting.

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4. The Covenant (2023)

Guy Ritchie produced and directed The Covenant in 2023, and it has been ranked fourth due to its dramatic war genre that balances emotional depth with action. The film was released on April 21, 2023, in the USA. The film features Dar Salim and Jake Gyllenhaal. STXfilms and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer released it in theaters. Rotten Tomatoes has rated this movie at 83% on the Tomatometer. Katie Wash from the Tribune News Service labelled this movie as the best film in years. Check the news on Instagram.

The movie focuses on Afghan interpreter Ahmed (Dar Salim) and US Army Sergeant John Kinley (Jake Gyllenhaal). Ahmed goes above to save Kinley's life following an ambush. After discovering that Ahmed and his family were not granted safe passage to America as promised, Kinley is forced to pay back his obligation by going back to the conflict area to pick them up before the Taliban pursues them.

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3. Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)

The 2011 period mystery action movie is a follow-up to the 2009 Sherlock Holmes movie. On 16 December 2011, this film premiered worldwide. This movie has been ranked third because of its high-stakes follow-up featuring excellent action choreography and stunning sights. Guy Ritchie hired Hans Zimmer to create a piece of extraordinary and captivating music for this movie. One of Robert Downey Jr.'s fans said on IMDb,

"I loved it, it is an absolutely bonkers, of the wall thrill ride, and purists of the traditional Holmes stories will probably be appalled, but if you're after two hours of intense fun, and high energy excitement, you will love it."

The fan gave this review after watching the film's story. According to the story, the criminal genius Professor Moriarty commits a series of sporadic crimes throughout Europe, and detective Sherlock Holmes is pursuing him. Thus, Guy Ritchie can cross his current directorial level to make sequels to his work and deliver a better piece than before.

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2. The Gentlemen (2019)

The Gentleman comes at number two in the list due to its demand at the box office. The film finished in fourth at the box office with a $10.6 million opening. After that, it finished fifth with $6 million in its second weekend. It is an action-comedy film based on the story of an American drug kingpin in England who is trying to sell his company. Rotten Tomatoes critics' consensus says,

"It may not win writer-director Guy Ritchie many new converts, but for those already attuned to the filmmaker's brash wavelength, The Gentlemen stands tall"

In the London shootout scene, Ritchie's kinetic direction transforms sharp dialogue and explosive gunfire into an art form. Film analysts saw dynamic tracking shots and crisp editing that blended the film's sophistication with raw action. Thus, he showed his flair for creating stylish and swagger-filled cinematic moments.

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1. Sherlock Holmes (2009)

Guy Ritchie ranks "Sherlock Holmes" as one of his greatest movies in history, and that's why it has been ranked one. In the title role, Robert Downey Jr. portrays Sherlock. The narrative is set in 1890, following the investigative work of detective Holmes and his friend Watson as they investigate Lord Blackwood, who shows signs of having resurrected from death. In the film, Mark Strong delivers a sinister portrayal of the lead antagonist, Lord Henry Blackwood, and Rachel McAdams, who reprises her role as the enemy, Irene Adler, for Holmes.

Iron Man and Marvel fans were captivated by the style and swag of their favourite superstar. Guy Ritchie deserves all the praise for his directing. The fans witnessed Detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal partner Watson fight a foe whose scheme threatens all of England in a contest of cunning and might. Thus, it proves that Guy Ritchie is also best in making detective movies, having fights, swag, and gunfire scenes.

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We can conclude that Ritchie's movies have a unique style. They are sharp, bold, and full of drama, often with a trendy flair. With a combination of captivating stories, fearless characters, and thrilling action, each movie redefines cool. As Ritchie shows in everything from gritty London ganglands to high-stakes international showdowns, style, swag, and firepower can have a cinematic offspring.