The death of screen legend Gene Hackman has stunned the film industry and the iconic actor’s fans around the world. Over his five decade-long career, Gene Hackman always told the truth on screen. Here are his 20 best films in order of release.

Nobody can lose their shit and start yelling quite like Gene Hackman. The actor, who was discovered dead in his home at the age of 95 this week ( under bizarre-sounding circumstances ), appeared in dozens of movies and won two Oscars. He did comedies, thrillers, and at least one kids movie. He was also the best Lex Luthor we’ve ever had.

Gene Hackman has died aged 95. He was found dead at his Santa Fe home as was his wife Betsy Arakawa, no cause of death has yet been confirmed. The loss is a sad one for the entertainment industry, but he leaves behind an incredible body of work that film fans will be able to appreciate for decades to come.