Michael Bay, known for his explosive action-packed cinematic style, has directed several blockbuster films. Here we rank his 10 best movies according to Rotten Tomatoes scores:

1. The Rock (1996) – This adrenaline-pumping action thriller that pairs up Nicolas Cage and Sean Connery has the highest Rotten Tomatoes score among Michael Bay’s films and is often considered his best work.

2. 13 Hours (2016 – Based on true events, this intense war drama about the attack on the U.S. compound in Benghazi is highly praised for its direction and action sequences.

3. Pain & Gain (2013) – A dark comedy-crime film starring Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne Johnson; it’s a dramatic shift from Bay’s usual large-scale action movies and was better received by critics than some of his other works.

4. Transformers (2007) – The first movie in the Transformers series, which combined stunning CGI with live-action, was well-received and solidified Bay’s reputation for delivering commercially successful spectacles.

5. Armageddon (1998) – Despite mixed critical reviews at the time of release, this sci-fi disaster film has a soft spot in many viewers’ hearts and has gained a following over the years.

6. Bad Boys II (2003) – The sequel to his directorial debut, this buddy-cop action-comedy starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, while not critically acclaimed, has become a cult favorite.

7. Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) – The third installment in the Transformers series is regarded for its impressive visual effects and action-packed narrative.

8. The Island (2005) – A sci-fi thriller starring Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johansson; while it underperformed at the box office, it has garnered appreciation for its narrative and production value.

9. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) – Despite poorer critical reception compared to its predecessor, this sequel enjoyed significant box office success and featured even more of Bay’s trademark spectacle.

10. Pearl Harbor (2001) – This historical war drama received mixed reviews but was noted for its production scale and dramatic reenactment of the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II.

Note that rankings could change with future reviews or new releases not yet reviewed at the time of writing this article.