15 best Bruce Willis films – from Die Hard to The Sixth Sense

The action star has a more varied set of movies than you might expect.

Bruce Willis fans are still coming to terms with the actor's retirement under sad circumstances, after his family revealed he has been struggling with a cognitive disorder called aphasia for some time.
However, the Hollywood legend can be proud that his career spawned some of the most iconic films in recent cinema history, which will surely be remembered for many decades to come.
If you're looking to celebrate Willis' extraordinary career, you've come to the right place as we've combed through his extensive filmography to find the absolute cream of the crop.
While most widely known for his action work, it should be noted that Willis worked across many other genres, including comedy, drama, sci-fi, horror and even family fare.
With that in mind, there really is something for everyone on this list, so scroll on to pick the line-up for your next big movie night.

David Craig is the Senior Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest and greatest scripted drama and comedy across television and streaming. Previously, he worked at Starburst Magazine, presented The Winter King Podcast for ITVX and studied Journalism at the University of Sheffield.

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