15 Greatest Graphic Novel Movie Adaptations Of All Time (That Aren't Superheroes!)

Super style and ultra-violence fill this epic adrenaline-pumping movie adaptation of Miller's 300.

Based upon the Alan Moore graphic novel about a dystopian future (1990!) following a nuclear war during the 1980s, this is another stunning film full of style and directed by the minds behind The Matrix, making the masked revolutionary one of the greatest anarchists in cinema.

Another classic from Frank Miller! This star-studded, neo-film noir adaptation of Sin City takes its stylish cues straight from the comic, making for one of the coolest looking movies on the list. Bring on the sequel!

Body-horror director, David Cronenberg created another must-see movie with this graphic novel adaptation. Staring Lord Of The Ring's Viggo Mortensen, it was the first cinematic adaption of a comic by John Wagner since Sylvester Stallone's Judge Dredd.

From ultra-violence, to this quirky comedy staring Thora Birch, Scarlett Johansson and Steve Buscemi. It's easy to see how the wonderful Ghost World has such a dedicated cult following!

This award winning animated adaptation follows a young character during the Iranian Revolution. Animated in a stark black-and-white style of the comic, it's another visual treat for the eyes.

Perhaps best known for his magical film, The Snowman, Raymond Briggs' When The Wind Blows is a very disturbing and emotional film, set around a nuclear wipeout. Get your tissues at the ready for this one!

Tom Hanks & 1920's gangsters? What more could you want!

The Crow became an instant mark in cinema history after the tragic death of the film's star, Brendon Lee's untimely death during the filming. The comics and the films are all must-sees and a must for fans of dark graphic novels.

Based on the popular comic strips of Robert Crumb, the Fritz The Cat movie was the first ever animated movie to be rated with an X certificate. Full of sex, nudity, death, violence, swearing and drugs, it's one heck of a psychedelic trip! The film saw a small boom of similar movies and underground comix aimed directly at adults.

One of Jim Carrey's craziest roles - and that's saying a lot! Sure it's technically a 'superhero' adaptation but we just had to include it.

Based on a comic book mini-series, 30 Days Of Night proved to be a box office hit and one of the greatest modern vampire movies.

A true anime classic! Akira's adaptation has incredible animation mixed with a unforgettable plot. If you haven't already pick up the comic and watch the movie!

Taking a break from his wacky, off-kilter characters he usually plays, Johnny Depp stars in this creepy movie adaptation of From Hell. Set in the fog-covered Victorian London, Jack the Ripper is on the loose...

Described by The Guardian's film critic, Peter Bradshaw, this movie adaptation is "...funny, it’s sad, it’s sweet, it’s heartbreaking. It’s brilliant!" Set inside a care home, this beautifully animated movie follows several elderly characters and their battles with old age. Wrinkles is easily the most emotional film on this list, it'll pull your heart strings as the characters slowly fade away and you take a look at life. A wonderful movie!

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