Christopher Nolan, born on July 30, 1970, in London, UK, is one of the world's most famous filmmakers known for his ambitious, high-concept films. Although not his first feature-length film, Nolan first gained attention with his neo-noir thriller Memento (2000), a film that showcased his penchant for non-linear narratives and unique storytelling techniques. This early success paved the way for Insomnia (2002), the twisty period drama The Prestige (2006) and the critically acclaimed Batman trilogy  - Batman Begins (2005), The Dark Knight (2008), and The Dark Knight Rises (2012) - with The Dark Knight being considered one of the greatest superhero movies, if not the greatest. Oscars 2024: Christopher Nolan Wins His First Oscar! Netizens Applaud and Say ‘Well Deserved’ As He Bags Best Director Award for Oppenheimer.

Nolan's filmography also includes the mind-bending Inception (2010), the visually stunning space epic Interstellar (2014), and the gripping war drama Dunkirk (2017). With his 2023 film Oppenheimer, Oscar glory came beckoning him as the director won his first Academy Award for Best Director.

On the occasion of Christopher Nolan's 54th birthday, here's a ranking of all his directed films according to their IMDb rating and where to watch them online.

'Insomnia' (2002)

IMDB Rating: 7.2

Where to Watch Online: Airtel Xtream Play

'Tenet' (2020)

IMDB Rating: 7.3

Where to Watch Online: Netflix

Also Read: TENET Movie Review: Christopher Nolan’s Latest Is a Spectacular Puzzle That’s Also a Numbing Head-Scratcher!

'Following' (1998)

IMDB Rating: 7.4

Where to Watch Online: Prime Video

'Dunkirk' (2017)

IMDB Rating: 7.8

Where to Watch Online: JioCinema and Prime Video

'Batman Begins' (2005)

IMDB Rating: 8.2

Where to Watch Online: Prime Video, Netflix and JioCinema

'Oppenheimer' (2023)

IMDB Rating: 8.3

Where to Watch Online: JioCinema and Zee5

Also Read: Oppenheimer Movie Review: Cillian Murphy is Outstanding in Christopher Nolan’s Riveting Look Into the 'Father of the Atom Bomb'.

'Memento' (2000)

IMDB Rating: 8.4

Where to Watch Online: Can Be Rented on Google Play Movies and Prime Video

'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012)

IMDB Rating: 8.4

Where to Watch Online: Prime Video, Netflix and JioCinema

'The Prestige' (2006)

IMDB Rating: 8.5

Where to Watch Online: Can Be Rented on Google Play Movies and Prime Video

'Interstellar' (2014)

IMDB Rating: 8.7

Where to Watch Online: Prime Video, Netflix and JioCinema

'Inception' (2010)

IMDB Rating: 8.8

Where to Watch Online: Prime Video, Netflix and JioCinema

'The Dark Knight' (2008)

IMDB Rating: 9.0

Where to Watch Online: Prime Video, Netflix and JioCinema

Christopher Nolan's last movie, Oppenheimer, not only shined at the Oscars but also did brilliant business at the box office, becoming the third-highest-grossing film of 2023. Here's hoping that the maverick filmmaker comes up with something even more fantastic with his next.

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