The Best Kevin Macdonald Movies Ranked And Where to Watch them

If you're looking for the best Kevin Macdonald movies of all time then here is a definitive list. We rank every movie directed by Kevin Macdonald based on their popularity score from IMDB from best to worst. Click on the ‘see more’ button to find out where to watch them in Australia covering all streaming services. In September 2025 there are 3 films in this list.

List of the Best Movies Directed by Kevin Macdonald In Order of Popularity

1. The Mauritanian
2. State of Play
3. How I Live Now

Stream the top 3 Movies directed by Kevin Macdonald

1. The Mauritanian

Rated: R

7.4/10

The true story of the Mauritanian Mohamedou Ould Slahi, who was held at the U.S military's Guantanamo Bay detention center without charges for over a decade and sought help from a defense attorney for his release.

2. State of Play

Rated: PG-13

7.1/10

Handsome, unflappable U.S. Congressman Stephen Collins is the future of his political party: an honorable appointee who serves as the chairman of a committee overseeing defense spending. All eyes are upon the rising star to be his party's contender for the upcoming presidential race. Until his research assistant/mistress is brutally murdered and buried secrets come tumbling out.

3. How I Live Now

Rated: R

6.4/10

An American girl on holiday in the English countryside with her family finds herself in hiding and fighting for her survival as war breaks out.