Alexandre Aja
DirectingAbout Alexandre Aja
Alexandre Jouan-Arcady (born August 7, 1978) is a French filmmaker. He has primarily worked in the horror genre, beginning with his acclaimed French-language breakthrough slasher film High Tension (2003) before making the transition to American films with his remake of Wes Craven's The Hills Have Eyes (2006). He has gone on to direct other notable horror films such as Mirrors (2008), Piranha 3D (2010), Horns (2013), Crawl (2019), Oxygen (2021) and Never Let Go (2024).
Alexandre Aja Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alexandre Aja reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alexandre Aja's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Alexandre Aja's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Game Changer: The Legacy of Saw, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alexandre Aja Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alexandre Aja's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alexandre Aja has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jaws, a Monstrous Success | Self - director | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Under the Stars | Narrator (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Beyond Blood | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Monstres, l'ennemi de l'intérieur | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Fury of the Demon | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Game Changer: The Legacy of Saw | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Why Horror? | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Du sang sur la neige | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Maniac: The Making of Documentary | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Don't Scream, Just Swim: Behind-the-Scenes of 'Piranha 3D' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Splat Pack | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | French Meat | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Cinémas d'Horreur - Apocalypse, Virus, Zombies | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Big Pardon 2 | Alexander Atlan | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Brothers in Arms | The child with the skateboard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Le Grand Carnaval | Raphaël Labrouche | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Big Pardon | L'enfant | Average | Similar → |
Alexandre Aja - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alexandre Aja?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alexandre Aja is "Game Changer: The Legacy of Saw" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Alexandre Aja acted in?
Alexandre Aja has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alexandre Aja?
Other notable films include "Brothers in Arms", "Fury of the Demon", and "Jaws, a Monstrous Success".