Logan (2017)

Logan (2017) redefined superhero cinema as a gritty, character-driven drama that earned critical acclaim. Set in a near future where mutants are nearly extinct, Hugh Jackman delivers his final performance as an aged, weary Wolverine caring for an ailing Professor X. The R-rated film blends Western and noir elements with superhero action, creating a poignant exploration of mortality and legacy. Its raw emotional power and violent realism broke comic book movie conventions, becoming the first superhero film nominated for a Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar. More than just a comic book movie, Logan stands as a powerful drama about family, sacrifice, and redemption.