These Original Movies are Better Than The Director's Cut

The trend of directors releasing extended cuts of films post-theatrical release has become a popular strategy to salvage poorly received movies, but it's not always a guaranteed fix. Beyond rectifying initial missteps, some filmmakers simply can't resist tinkering with their creations.

Take Peter Jackson's revered 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy, for example, initially adored but continuously expanded with extra footage in subsequent releases. 'Blade Runner' also saw multiple cuts, with Ridley Scott's final version hailed as superior, yet the original release garnered praise.

Conversely, extended editions of beloved films have occasionally backfired, detracting from the magic of the original. This complex relationship between directors and their extended cuts raises intriguing questions about the impact of artistic revisionism on cinematic legacies. Check out the original movies that are better than the director's cut below.