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by loumeister98 | created - 19 Jan 2014 | updated - 26 Jan 2018 | Public- Instant Watch Options
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1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
R | 142 min | Drama
Over the course of several years, two convicts form a friendship, seeking consolation and, eventually, redemption through basic compassion.
Director: Frank Darabont | Stars: Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton, William Sadler
Votes: 2,889,277 | Gross: $28.34M
Simply the best film ever made. Brilliant performances all around (especially Morgan Freeman),emotional and unexpected twists, and impeccable story of redemption and hope.
2. Goodfellas (1990)
R | 145 min | Biography, Crime, Drama
The story of Henry Hill and his life in the mafia, covering his relationship with his wife Karen and his mob partners Jimmy Conway and Tommy DeVito.
Director: Martin Scorsese | Stars: Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco
Votes: 1,257,568 | Gross: $46.84M
Scoresese's finest creation. Again incredible performances from everyone in the cast, accurately portraying real life gangstas. Joe Pesci's performance as Tommy DeVito stands out. Ray Liotta successfully carries the film as Henry Hill. Hill's rise and fall compelling and interesting story
3. The Dark Knight (2008)
PG-13 | 152 min | Action, Crime, Drama
When the menace known as the Joker wreaks havoc and chaos on the people of Gotham, Batman must accept one of the greatest psychological and physical tests of his ability to fight injustice.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine
Votes: 2,871,232 | Gross: $534.86M
Greatest superhero movie ever made. Nolan's second Batman film the best he has ever made. Featuring an iconic last performance from Heath Ledger as the Joker and solid turns from Christian Bale, Maggie Gylenhall, Aaron Eckhart, and Gary Oldman. Every scene is perfectly executed and shot. Also emotional and realistic, which is rare for a comic book movie.
4. Pulp Fiction (1994)
R | 154 min | Crime, Drama
The lives of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster and his wife, and a pair of diner bandits intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption.
Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis
Votes: 2,220,651 | Gross: $107.93M
Tarantino's multi-perspective, star studded crime thriller is definitely his greatest achievement. Starring a brilliant ensemble cast including John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis, Tim Roth and Christopher Walken Pulp Fiction brilliantly links the stories of each character together and creates an unforgettable tale, including all the usual Tarantino mainstays such as large amounts of gore, profanity and pop culture references.
5. Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
PG | 124 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
After the Rebel Alliance are overpowered by the Empire, Luke Skywalker begins his Jedi training with Yoda, while his friends are pursued across the galaxy by Darth Vader and bounty hunter Boba Fett.
Director: Irvin Kershner | Stars: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams
Votes: 1,379,971 | Gross: $290.48M
The greatest sci-fi movie of all time, the fifth instalment of the series is my personal favourite of the original trilogy and the franchise in general. All performances are top notch especially Harrison Ford as Han Solo. The film is always exciting to watch, with its iconic scenes some of the best in cinema.
6. Forrest Gump (1994)
PG-13 | 142 min | Drama, Romance
The history of the United States from the 1950s to the '70s unfolds from the perspective of an Alabama man with an IQ of 75, who yearns to be reunited with his childhood sweetheart.
Director: Robert Zemeckis | Stars: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Sally Field
Votes: 2,257,526 | Gross: $330.25M
Forrest Gump is one of the most moving and genuinely emotional films I've seen. Starring a brilliant Tom Hanks as the mentally challenged Gump he performs brilliantly and makes Gump one of the most likeable characters in cinema. Great story with lots of twists and turns, and includes a number of unanticipated historical moments
7. The Green Mile (1999)
R | 189 min | Crime, Drama, Fantasy
A tale set on death row, where gentle giant John Coffey possesses the mysterious power to heal people's ailments. When the lead guard, Paul Edgecombe, recognizes John's gift, he tries to help stave off the condemned man's execution.
Director: Frank Darabont | Stars: Tom Hanks, Michael Clarke Duncan, David Morse, Bonnie Hunt
Votes: 1,407,680 | Gross: $136.80M
Frank Darabont's second attempt at a Stephen King adaptation produces yet another masterpiece. The performance of Michael Clarke Duncan stands as one of the best I've ever seen. The weird but wonderful storyline adds up to make one of the saddest conclusions to a film ever.
8. Memento (2000)
R | 113 min | Mystery, Thriller
A man with short-term memory loss attempts to track down his wife's murderer.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Guy Pearce, Carrie-Anne Moss, Joe Pantoliano, Mark Boone Junior
Votes: 1,323,084 | Gross: $25.54M
My personal favourite non-Batman Nolan film. The films intricate and complicated plot is enthralling and always leaves you wondering what will happen next, which is helped by Guy Pearce's sympathetic performance of amnesiac Leonard Shelby. Not to mention there's one hell of a twist.
9. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
PG-13 | 201 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron's army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.
Director: Peter Jackson | Stars: Elijah Wood, Viggo Mortensen, Ian McKellen, Orlando Bloom
Votes: 1,979,559 | Gross: $377.85M
The third instalment of the amazing fantasy trilogy perfectly wrapped up the series in epic fashion. The battles and the whole film are perfectly shot and directed by Peter Jackson, who is helped by brilliant performances from the perfectly chosen cast. The film is brilliant and deserving of all it's accolades.
10. The Godfather (1972)
R | 175 min | Crime, Drama
The aging patriarch of an organized crime dynasty transfers control of his clandestine empire to his reluctant son.
Director: Francis Ford Coppola | Stars: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Diane Keaton
Votes: 2,012,840 | Gross: $134.97M
What's left to say about the Godfather? I could praise its brilliant performances all around, with Marlon Brando creating one of the most iconic cinema characters ever. Or I could praise its plot of a good hearted man slowly turning sinister, or I could just praise its amazingly realistic take on the gangster genre. Either way watch The Godfather, it's an offer you can't refuse.
11. Fight Club (1999)
R | 139 min | Drama
An insomniac office worker and a devil-may-care soap maker form an underground fight club that evolves into much more.
Director: David Fincher | Stars: Brad Pitt, Edward Norton, Meat Loaf, Zach Grenier
Votes: 2,324,454 | Gross: $37.03M
Immensely underrated at its time of release Fight Club has aged to become one of the best films ever made. Ed Norton is brilliant as the un-named Narrator, but the show is stolen by Brad Pitt as the mysterious Tyler Durden, one of cinema's best characters. Containing loads of great and unforgettable scenes, not to mention the twist that no one sees coming
12. The Matrix (1999)
R | 136 min | Action, Sci-Fi
When a beautiful stranger leads computer hacker Neo to a forbidding underworld, he discovers the shocking truth--the life he knows is the elaborate deception of an evil cyber-intelligence.
Directors: Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski | Stars: Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Hugo Weaving
Votes: 2,053,544 | Gross: $171.48M
The Matrix still stands today as one of the greatest and most revolutionary films ever made. A surprisingly solid performance from the well casted Keanu Reeves is backed by good supporting performances especially from Hugo Weaving as Agent Smith. The special effects are brilliant and way ahead of its time. The complicated plot keeps you watching right till its satisfying conclusion.
13. Toy Story 3 (2010)
G | 103 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The toys are mistakenly delivered to a day-care center instead of the attic right before Andy leaves for college, and it's up to Woody to convince the other toys that they weren't abandoned and to return home.
Director: Lee Unkrich | Stars: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Ned Beatty
Votes: 892,604 | Gross: $415.00M
The best animated film ever made. Pixar did immensely well to live up to all the expectations that were put upon the third instalment of the hugely popular franchise, they not only lived up to these expectations, they exceeded them. Using the characters we know and love they craft a hilarious and emotional film. All characters are voiced brilliantly which helps to bring these interesting characters to life.
14. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
R | 137 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
A cyborg, identical to the one who failed to kill Sarah Connor, must now protect her ten year old son John from an even more advanced and powerful cyborg.
Director: James Cameron | Stars: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong, Robert Patrick
Votes: 1,174,239 | Gross: $204.84M
Manages to build brilliantly upon it's already excellent predecessor in every way possible. The casting here is impeccable with Edward Furlong as a young John particularly standing out in what is unbelievably his first role. Arnie is again brilliant as he was in the predecessor, it is amazing how he managed to transform from one of the most evil and ruthless villains ever in the last film, to one of the most likeable and sympathetic characters in number 2. The action sequences are brilliantly shot and executed, the finale is unorgettable.
15. The Departed (2006)
R | 151 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
An undercover cop and a mole in the police attempt to identify each other while infiltrating an Irish gang in South Boston.
Director: Martin Scorsese | Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, Mark Wahlberg
Votes: 1,422,533 | Gross: $132.38M
Another Scoresese classic, the film that finally got him some well deserved recognition from the Academy. Loosely based on Honk Kong thriller Internal Affairs the story sees a mob boss deploy a rat inside the police department, whilst the police do the same thing. Both need to find each other before it is too late. The constantly evolving and unpredictable story makes the film great, and it is elevated by some brilliant performances from Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson, Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Wahlberg. A film deserving of its praise and accolades.
16. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
R | 108 min | Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi
When their relationship turns sour, a couple undergoes a medical procedure to have each other erased from their memories forever.
Director: Michel Gondry | Stars: Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Tom Wilkinson, Gerry Robert Byrne
Votes: 1,078,158 | Gross: $34.40M
The truly unique and original idea of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is what the makes the film so amazing. Not to mention the career best performances from Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet as well as solid support from Kirsten Dunst, Mark Ruffalo etc. The plot is one of cinemas best to offer.
17. Saving Private Ryan (1998)
R | 169 min | Drama, War
Following the Normandy Landings, a group of U.S. soldiers go behind enemy lines to retrieve a paratrooper whose brothers have been killed in action.
Director: Steven Spielberg | Stars: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore, Edward Burns
Votes: 1,496,709 | Gross: $216.54M
Spielberg's greatest effort. It's frighteningly realistic portrayal of World War II makes you further sympathise with the characters and their struggle. It's an inspiring story and really allows us to see the horrors of war. Again boasts a brilliant lead performance from the legend that is Tom Hanks. The definitive war movie,
18. Raging Bull (1980)
R | 129 min | Biography, Drama, Sport
The life of boxer Jake LaMotta, whose violence and temper that led him to the top in the ring destroyed his life outside of it.
Director: Martin Scorsese | Stars: Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, Joe Pesci, Frank Vincent
Votes: 380,287 | Gross: $23.38M
Another great Scoresese flick. Another collaboration with De Niro and Pesci, reaps massive rewards. De Niro gives his career best performance here, and shows incredible dedication towards the role. The boxing scenes are brilliantly directed by Scoresese, and the black and white really works for the fim.
19. Up (2009)
PG | 96 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
78-year-old Carl Fredricksen travels to Paradise Falls in his house equipped with balloons, inadvertently taking a young stowaway.
Directors: Pete Docter, Bob Peterson | Stars: Edward Asner, Jordan Nagai, John Ratzenberger, Christopher Plummer
Votes: 1,125,199 | Gross: $293.00M
Another absolute cinematic masterpiece from Pixar. The range of emotions you go through in Up is what makes the film so great. From it's emotional introduction, to it's thrilling ending all the while making you laugh throughout. It's cast of weird but brilliant characters also make it one of the best films you can watch.
20. The Usual Suspects (1995)
R | 106 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The sole survivor of a pier shoot-out tells the story of how a notorious criminal influenced the events that began with five criminals meeting in a seemingly random police lineup.
Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Chazz Palminteri, Stephen Baldwin
Votes: 1,145,603 | Gross: $23.34M
It's hard to explain what makes the Usual Suspects so good. It's ensemble cast work very well together, but the best performance comes from Kevin Spacey, delivering an Oscar winning performance. Its story is unpredictable and addicting. But the best part of the film is its ending, the best in any film.
21. City of God (2002)
R | 130 min | Crime, Drama
In the slums of Rio, two kids' paths diverge as one struggles to become a photographer and the other a kingpin.
Directors: Fernando Meirelles, Kátia Lund | Stars: Alexandre Rodrigues, Leandro Firmino, Matheus Nachtergaele, Phellipe Haagensen
Votes: 801,217 | Gross: $7.56M
My favourite foreign film. City of God presents a scarily realistic vision of Rio's infamous favelas and it''s inhabitants coupled with brilliant performances from the relatively unknown cast. Fast paced and will never lose your interest. City of God is a must see for everyone.
22. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
PG-13 | 178 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
A meek Hobbit from the Shire and eight companions set out on a journey to destroy the powerful One Ring and save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord Sauron.
Director: Peter Jackson | Stars: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Orlando Bloom, Sean Bean
Votes: 2,007,465 | Gross: $315.54M
Sets the seeds wonderfully for the amazing saga which was to come. It introduces us seamlessly to a wealth of new characters, and manages to make each and every one interesting. Probably the quietest of the trilogy in terms of all out action, nonetheless it is as engaging as the other two. The end perfectly sets up the next and opens the best trilogy ever made, with a bang.
23. Léon: The Professional (1994)
R | 110 min | Action, Crime, Drama
12-year-old Mathilda is reluctantly taken in by Léon, a professional assassin, after her family is murdered. An unusual relationship forms as she becomes his protégée and learns the assassin's trade.
Director: Luc Besson | Stars: Jean Reno, Gary Oldman, Natalie Portman, Danny Aiello
Votes: 1,246,111 | Gross: $19.50M
An excellent film and a must see for any film fanatic. Natalie Portman makes a brilliant standout performance, holding her own against admittedly excellent turns from both Gary Oldman and Jean Reno. Also full of badass action that will keep you gripped. Added to this is a great story which is effective and memorable.
24. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
PG-13 | 179 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
While Frodo and Sam edge closer to Mordor with the help of the shifty Gollum, the divided fellowship makes a stand against Sauron's new ally, Saruman, and his hordes of Isengard.
Director: Peter Jackson | Stars: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen, Orlando Bloom
Votes: 1,784,125 | Gross: $342.55M
Although the weakest of the trilogy, it is still one of the best films I've seen. The second instalment further develops the character we have already met in satisfying fashion, and also introduces the iconic Gollum played by Andy Serkis using motion capture. The Battle of Helms Deep is a particular highlight of this already brilliant film.
25. Inception (2010)
PG-13 | 148 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
A thief who steals corporate secrets through the use of dream-sharing technology is given the inverse task of planting an idea into the mind of a C.E.O., but his tragic past may doom the project and his team to disaster.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elliot Page, Ken Watanabe
Votes: 2,551,314 | Gross: $292.58M
One of the most ambitious films ever made, fortunately Inception delivers upon it's brilliant, yet difficult premise. The plot of the film is so confusing that it demands your full attention throughout it's long run time, however this effort comes as a great reward as Nolan has crafted a brilliant and enthralling story. As well as this the film is aided by brilliant performances by both leading man Leonardo Dicaprio and the supporting cast, which includes the likes of Tom Hardy, Ellen Page and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The special effects on the film are both awe inspiring yet believable adding to the brilliant universe Nolan has created with this film
26. Back to the Future (1985)
PG | 116 min | Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown.
Director: Robert Zemeckis | Stars: Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Crispin Glover
Votes: 1,307,083 | Gross: $210.61M
One of the most iconic films of all time Back to the Future is one of the films likely to stand the test of time. The brilliant mix of comedy and more serious adrenaline rushed moments of the film makes it tonally perfect, and the film is made by brilliant and iconic performances by Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd as Marty and Doc Brown respectively. One of the most essential movies you must watch
27. The Prestige (2006)
PG-13 | 130 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
After a tragic accident, two stage magicians in 1890s London engage in a battle to create the ultimate illusion while sacrificing everything they have to outwit each other.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Caine
Votes: 1,441,412 | Gross: $53.09M
Another top film by Christopher Nolan. Nolan's masterfully woven story of mystery and rivalry between the two main characters will keep you avidly watching, right to it's surprising and quite bitter end. Both Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman are perfectly cast as the two magician. Another Nolan essential.
28. Logan (2017)
R | 137 min | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
In a future where mutants are nearly extinct, an elderly and weary Logan leads a quiet life. But when Laura, a mutant child pursued by scientists, comes to him for help, he must get her to safety.
Director: James Mangold | Stars: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Dafne Keen, Boyd Holbrook
Votes: 831,566 | Gross: $226.28M
A fitting ending for one of cinema's best adapted characters. Hugh Jackman was born to play Wolverine and the perfect marriage between character and actor is evident throughout his send off. A gritty and sobering film was needed for this complex and tortured character and director James Mangold delivered. Brilliantly composed, shot and performed (Patrick Stewart delivering one of his best performances) Logan is one of few 'comic book' films that has truly broken the mould.
29. Schindler's List (1993)
R | 195 min | Biography, Drama, History
In German-occupied Poland during World War II, industrialist Oskar Schindler gradually becomes concerned for his Jewish workforce after witnessing their persecution by the Nazis.
Director: Steven Spielberg | Stars: Liam Neeson, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Kingsley, Caroline Goodall
Votes: 1,451,024 | Gross: $96.90M
A hard hitting, yet wonderfully made Spielberg classic. Schindler's List is anything but easy viewing, with it's shockingly horrific yet realistic portrayal of the Holocaust. Yet this is a film everyone should watch. Ralph Fiennes expertly portrays Nazi Gerneral Amon Goeth with stunningly frightening realism, and Liam Neeson puts in his best ever performance in his transformative role as Oscar Schindler. Spielberg's best film.
30. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
PG | 115 min | Action, Adventure
In 1936, archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the U.S. government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis can obtain its awesome powers.
Director: Steven Spielberg | Stars: Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman, John Rhys-Davies
Votes: 1,037,002 | Gross: $248.16M
Spielberg again hits it out of the park with Raiders of the Lost Ark, introducing us to one of the greatest (and most iconic) movie heroes of all time. Harrison Ford delivers us a likeable and badass performance as the famous archaeologist. Everything just seems to fall in place for the first Indy flick, the plot, the direction, the set pieces and performances from supporting cast all fall in to place to make an iconic and exciting film, that can be watched countless times.
31. Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)
PG | 121 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Luke Skywalker joins forces with a Jedi Knight, a cocky pilot, a Wookiee and two droids to save the galaxy from the Empire's world-destroying battle station, while also attempting to rescue Princess Leia from the mysterious Darth Vader.
Director: George Lucas | Stars: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Alec Guinness
Votes: 1,449,808 | Gross: $322.74M
The movie that signalled the beginning of the biggest film franchise of all time. Spectacularly introduced the large brand of characters we now all know and love. It's hard to argue against any casting decision. Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and of course Harrison Ford as Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Han Solo were all perfect decisions. The cast of characters truly makes the film and the story crafted by George Lucas is universally appreciated and easy to get behind.
32. Se7en (1995)
R | 127 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Two detectives, a rookie and a veteran, hunt a serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as his motives.
Director: David Fincher | Stars: Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt, Kevin Spacey, Andrew Kevin Walker
Votes: 1,799,394 | Gross: $100.13M
Another excellent thriller from David Fincher. It's hard to divulge in to what's so good about Se7en without getting into spoiler territory, and it's imperative that you watch the film knowing as little about it as possible. Se7en creates a scary, bleak atmosphere throughout it's runtime, and it's story we'll keep you enthralled right until it's bitter end.
33. Interstellar (2014)
PG-13 | 169 min | Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi
When Earth becomes uninhabitable in the future, a farmer and ex-NASA pilot, Joseph Cooper, is tasked to pilot a spacecraft, along with a team of researchers, to find a new planet for humans.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Mackenzie Foy
Votes: 2,100,634 | Gross: $188.02M
Yet again another Nolan masterpiece. Interstellar had lofty expectations placed upon it, why wouldn't it with Nolan's previous track record? Although it may have disappointed some, I found Interstellar to be a thoroughly entertaining and thought-provoking adventure. There are no doubts the film is well made, with some of the set pieces being incredible spectacles. The films surprisingly emotional plot is wonderfully supported by brilliant performances all round, especially from Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain. The ending admittedly does fall a little flat in my opinion, but nevertheless the rest of the film makes up for it. It's another Nolan classic you must see.
34. Toy Story (1995)
G | 81 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A cowboy doll is profoundly threatened and jealous when a new spaceman action figure supplants him as top toy in a boy's bedroom.
Director: John Lasseter | Stars: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles, Jim Varney
Votes: 1,068,719 | Gross: $191.80M
The film that catapulted the mega talented Pixar into stardom. Toy Story is endlessly re-watchable, it's jokes, touching story and characters simply never get old. It is iconic, Woody and Buzz are two of the most famous characters ever, and the film itself is a pop culture mainstay. I grew up with this film so I may be a little biased, but a lot of people share my views. If somehow you haven't seen it already watch it now.
35. American Beauty (1999)
R | 122 min | Drama
A sexually frustrated suburban father has a mid-life crisis after becoming infatuated with his daughter's best friend.
Director: Sam Mendes | Stars: Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Thora Birch, Wes Bentley
Votes: 1,211,132 | Gross: $130.10M
Kevin Spacey knocks it out of the park yet again. In the film that won him an Oscar he smashes it out the park as the fed up Lester Burnham, as he delivers a powerhouse of a performance. It's not just Spacey, the whole cast performs magnificently throughout, and Skyfall director Sam Mendes does an excellent job balancing the several intricate sub plots. Don't be put off by the strange synopsis, watch American Beauty
36. Batman Begins (2005)
PG-13 | 140 min | Action, Crime, Drama
After witnessing his parents' death, Bruce learns the art of fighting to confront injustice. When he returns to Gotham as Batman, he must stop a secret society that intends to destroy the city.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Ken Watanabe, Liam Neeson
Votes: 1,578,740 | Gross: $206.85M
The first of Nolan's take on the famous comic book hero Batman, sets up the famous trilogy perfectly, and is the most underrated film of the three. In my opinion Begins is better than the Dark Knight Rises and not too far off the Dark Knight. Batman's origin story and first battles are excellently adapted here, with Nolan using shades of the Year One comic. Almost all are perfectly cast (Bale is a splendid pick for the titular character), and Cillian Murphy and Liam Neeson deliver excellently as adversaries Scarecrow and Ra's Al Ghul.
37. Spirited Away (2001)
PG | 125 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are changed into beasts.
Director: Hayao Miyazaki | Stars: Daveigh Chase, Suzanne Pleshette, Miyu Irino, Rumi Hiiragi
Votes: 849,641 | Gross: $10.06M
A wonderfully animated and realised world is what makes this the ultra talented Studio Ghibli's finest creation. The bathhouse is one of the medium's best settings, and it's cast of wonderful and weird characters, as well as it's entertaining and heartfelt plot places this as one of the greatest animated features of all time.
38. Stand by Me (1986)
R | 89 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
A writer recounts a childhood journey with his friends to find the body of a missing boy.
Director: Rob Reiner | Stars: Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell
Votes: 441,697 | Gross: $52.29M
The greatest coming of age story. The 4 boy's journey to discover a dead body, many seem a little morbid, but the film excellently adapts Stephen King's story. Mixing a blend of humour, seriousness and regret. Very relatable film, with brilliant performances from the 4 young leads. Standout is River Phoenix, who sadly passed away a few years later.
39. Inside Out (I) (2015)
PG | 95 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school.
Directors: Pete Docter, Ronnie Del Carmen | Stars: Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Lewis Black, Mindy Kaling
Votes: 785,572 | Gross: $356.46M
Mark my words, this film will be considered a classic among the likes of Toy Story in the years to come. Inside Out is a film for adults just as much as it is a film for kids. Pixar cleverly adapts several psychological concepts and presents them in a way that is fun and easy to understand, yet logical. It's got a great, emotional story about sadness and changes and is aided with a great voice cast who bring to life a wonderful set of characters.
40. Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015)
PG-13 | 138 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
As a new threat to the galaxy rises, Rey, a desert scavenger, and Finn, an ex-stormtrooper, must join Han Solo and Chewbacca to search for the one hope of restoring peace.
Director: J.J. Abrams | Stars: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Domhnall Gleeson
Votes: 973,811 | Gross: $936.66M
It would've been easy for JJ Abrams to slip up considering the amount of hype surrounding the long-awaited return of Luke Skywalker and co. Luckily the 7th instalment lives up to it's predecessors and more. Abrams had rejuvenated the franchise through the introduction of several new characters that will most definitely become just as iconic as Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Darth Vader. Abrams also handles the more nostalgic moments of the film perfectly. The film brings a mixture of emotions only a film the magnitude of Star Wars can, and is therefore another of the franchise that demands your attention.
41. Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
R | 164 min | Action, Drama, Mystery
Young Blade Runner K's discovery of a long-buried secret leads him to track down former Blade Runner Rick Deckard, who's been missing for thirty years.
Director: Denis Villeneuve | Stars: Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, Dave Bautista
Votes: 665,352 | Gross: $92.05M
42. Good Will Hunting (1997)
R | 126 min | Drama, Romance
Will Hunting, a janitor at M.I.T., has a gift for mathematics, but needs help from a psychologist to find direction in his life.
Director: Gus Van Sant | Stars: Robin Williams, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Stellan Skarsgård
Votes: 1,068,291 | Gross: $138.43M
Robin Williams finest hour, a true master class in writing from Affleck and Damon both of whom give excellent performances as well. The plot is completely driven by Damon and Williams masterful performances, a truly emotional plot of potential and loss. The synopsis does not give the best representation of the film, you must watch it to understand it's true brilliance.
43. Heat (1995)
R | 170 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A group of high-end professional thieves start to feel the heat from the LAPD when they unknowingly leave a verbal clue at their latest heist.
Director: Michael Mann | Stars: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer, Jon Voight
Votes: 719,513 | Gross: $67.44M
A perfectly executed and directed heist film, with a killer cast and great emotional story that comes from multiple perspectives. Truly is the best film of it's kind. The actual heists are realistically and intensely depicted. The crook vs cop rivalry between De Niro and Pacino well done, the two have a lot of on-screen chemistry.
44. The Avengers (2012)
PG-13 | 143 min | Action, Sci-Fi
Earth's mightiest heroes must come together and learn to fight as a team if they are going to stop the mischievous Loki and his alien army from enslaving humanity.
Director: Joss Whedon | Stars: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner
Votes: 1,459,528 | Gross: $623.28M
Marvel done an excellent job in the prelude to the Avengers creating an extensive shared universe between their numerous properties. But what's even more impressive is that Joss Whedon managed to balance the characters and create the perfect Avengers movie. All the heroes are well cast, RDJ is as good as ever as Tony Stark, Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth are perfect as Captain America and Thor respectively, and Mark Ruffalo steals the show as Bruce Banner. Tom Hiddlestone is wonderful as the groups first adversary Loki. The action sequences are great, and so is the slightly comedic theme of the film, not taking itself too seriously.
45. American History X (1998)
R | 119 min | Crime, Drama
Living a life marked by violence, neo-Nazi Derek finally goes to prison after killing two black youths. Upon his release, Derek vows to change; he hopes to prevent his brother, Danny, who idolizes Derek, from following in his footsteps.
Director: Tony Kaye | Stars: Edward Norton, Edward Furlong, Beverly D'Angelo, Jennifer Lien
Votes: 1,186,439 | Gross: $6.72M
An extremely powerful and brilliantly directed film, that is sure to leave in a state of shock from it's sudden and brutal ending. Rightly praised for it's visual style, which lends itself to the bleak storyline that is wonderfully carried by performances from Edward Norton and Edward Furlong. It conveys a strong message about the consequences and realities of racism and discrimination in society.
46. Django Unchained (2012)
R | 165 min | Drama, Western
With the help of a German bounty-hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal plantation owner in Mississippi.
Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kerry Washington
Votes: 1,695,525 | Gross: $162.81M
Tarantino's first foray into the world of Westerns left us with the brilliant Django Unchained, which has reminded us of Tarantino's considerable directing versatility. Django has all the famous director's trademarks, lots of blood, another smartly written script (with lots of swearing), a brilliant cast of characters, and another brilliant Christoph Waltz performance.
47. Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
PG-13 | 121 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
A group of intergalactic criminals must pull together to stop a fanatical warrior with plans to purge the universe.
Director: James Gunn | Stars: Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana
Votes: 1,273,516 | Gross: $333.18M
A surprising film to the many, not many predicted that Guardians of the Galaxy would be as good as it was. Credit must be given to director James Gunn, who managed to make this obscure Marvel property into something special. Every one of the protagonists feels unique and likeable, which is helped by some brilliant casting decisions. The story ties well into the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe without relying on these links too much to engage audiences. A brilliant soundtrack to accompany this. Cannot wait for Volume 2.
48. Whiplash (2014)
R | 106 min | Drama, Music
A promising young drummer enrolls at a cut-throat music conservatory where his dreams of greatness are mentored by an instructor who will stop at nothing to realize a student's potential.
Director: Damien Chazelle | Stars: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist, Paul Reiser
Votes: 989,742 | Gross: $13.09M
A relatively underrated flick, anyone who has seen Whiplash will surely recommend it. Although a rather small-scale film compared to the others on this list Whiplash completely nails the direction it was going for. A film with seemingly unending tension, which is supported by an underrated performance from lead Miles Teller and a career-best performance from JK Simmons. The performances of these two are incredibly important for the film as it mainly concentrates on the relationship between student and teacher. A well paced, well directed must-see for movie and music fans alike.
49. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975)
R | 133 min | Drama
In the Fall of 1963, a Korean War veteran and criminal pleads insanity and is admitted to a mental institution, where he rallies up the scared patients against the tyrannical nurse.
Director: Milos Forman | Stars: Jack Nicholson, Louise Fletcher, Michael Berryman, Peter Brocco
Votes: 1,072,522 | Gross: $112.00M
In my opinion, this film contains film legend Jack Nicholson's greatest ever performance. A beautifully written/directed film with a brilliant large ensemble cast, which means Nicholson isn't the only star here. Particularly Louise Fletcher, who plays Nurse Ratched, puts in a brilliant performance as a twisted and manipulative character. Conveys a strong message to this day about the stigma associated with mental illness and the inefficiency of some establishments like the ones in the film.
50. The Lion King (1994)
G | 88 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama
Lion prince Simba and his father are targeted by his bitter uncle, who wants to ascend the throne himself.
Directors: Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff | Stars: Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones, Whoopi Goldberg
Votes: 1,142,528 | Gross: $422.78M
The best original Disney animated film. The film is obviously wonderfully animated with a seemingly perfect choice of voice cast. A great original score with some of the most iconic (and catchy) songs in recent film history. Will stand the test of time as one of the greatest animated films ever.
51. Casino Royale (2006)
PG-13 | 144 min | Action, Adventure, Thriller
After earning 00 status and a licence to kill, secret agent James Bond sets out on his first mission as 007. Bond must defeat a private banker funding terrorists in a high-stakes game of poker at Casino Royale, Montenegro.
Director: Martin Campbell | Stars: Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright
Votes: 694,657 | Gross: $167.45M
Revolutionised Bond and seamlessly introduced the series to a more gritty serious era. Casino Royale, in my opinion, is the best Bond film. Not only did it manage to reinvigorate the franchise, it quite simply stands as one of my favourite action movies. The action sequences, especially the opening, are brilliantly directed but are not often enough to over-dilute the film. Despite the doubts, Craig is now considered one the best as Bond, and Eva Green does a magnificent job as Vesper Lynd one of the greatest Bond girls. A tense and gripping plot with several nods and references to 007's rich history, and all in all a brilliant origin story. If only the follow ups could've have been this good.
52. WALL·E (2008)
G | 98 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
In the distant future, a small waste-collecting robot inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will ultimately decide the fate of mankind.
Director: Andrew Stanton | Stars: Ben Burtt, Elissa Knight, Jeff Garlin, Fred Willard
Votes: 1,200,648 | Gross: $223.81M
Probably Pixar's most ambitious film, and they yet again delivered the goods. The first section of the film is essentially wordless so credit must go to the filmmakers for managing to craft another brilliant plot with no dialogue. At this point though, this is unsurprising. Pixar consistently manages to crank out classic after classic film, that appeal to both children and adult alike. Wall-E, like the others, contains a wonderfully animated, entertaining and relatable plot, introducing a cast of memorable characters.
53. L.A. Confidential (1997)
R | 138 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
As corruption grows in 1950s Los Angeles, three policemen - one strait-laced, one brutal, and one sleazy - investigate a series of murders with their own brand of justice.
Director: Curtis Hanson | Stars: Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, Kim Basinger
Votes: 617,907 | Gross: $64.62M
A fantastically crafted and twisting plot, paired with a wonderfully written screenplay and a perfectly cast show of stars creates one of the most underrated films of the 1990's. It's fast paced nature means it is a rare blend of a critics favourite and a perfect popcorn flick. The setting is a character in itself, with director Curtis Hanson bringing 1950's Los Angeles to life.
54. Finding Nemo (2003)
G | 100 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on a journey to bring him home.
Directors: Andrew Stanton, Lee Unkrich | Stars: Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould, Willem Dafoe
Votes: 1,113,577 | Gross: $380.84M
Another Pixar classic. A favourite of my childhood, and although it doesn't quite reach the heights of some of their best work it still remains one of the finest and most popular animated films to date. Its plot is simple but captivating nonetheless and is brought alive through meticulous character crafting and fantastic voiceover work. Plenty of memorable moments, and another Pixar film you must watch.
55. The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)
PG-13 | 115 min | Action, Mystery, Thriller
Jason Bourne dodges a ruthless C.I.A. official and his Agents from a new assassination program while searching for the origins of his life as a trained killer.
Director: Paul Greengrass | Stars: Matt Damon, Edgar Ramírez, Joan Allen, Julia Stiles
Votes: 658,300 | Gross: $227.47M
A fantastic conclusion to one of the most underrated film franchises in recent memory. Matt Damon continues to exude a badass aura no one expected of him when cast as Jason Bourne. The stakes were raised in terms of set pieces, chases and fight scenes in what was presumed to be Damon and Greengrass' last outing, and this makes for a thrilling movie. In terms of story, Ultimatum delivers a satisfying conclusion that makes it a worthy finale in the trilogy.
56. The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
PG-13 | 164 min | Action, Drama, Thriller
Eight years after the Joker's reign of chaos, Batman is coerced out of exile with the assistance of the mysterious Selina Kyle in order to defend Gotham City from the vicious guerrilla terrorist Bane.
Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman
Votes: 1,827,669 | Gross: $448.14M
The third of Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, is in my opinion the weakest of the three. Not that that is an insult, considering it's predecessors. Nolan again nails the gritty realistic theme he has built up with the previous films, and creates a good yet slightly predictable story. Good turns from Bale and the rest of the supporting cast, even if Tom Hardy's Bane does slightly underwhelm.
57. Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
R | 120 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a woman rebels against a tyrannical ruler in search for her homeland with the aid of a group of female prisoners, a psychotic worshiper and a drifter named Max.
Director: George Miller | Stars: Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Zoë Kravitz
Votes: 1,086,507 | Gross: $154.06M
58. The Raid 2 (2014)
R | 150 min | Action, Crime, Thriller
Only a short time after the first raid, Rama goes undercover with the thugs of Jakarta and plans to bring down the syndicate and uncover the corruption within his police force.
Director: Gareth Evans | Stars: Iko Uwais, Yayan Ruhian, Arifin Putra, Oka Antara
Votes: 131,283 | Gross: $2.63M
59. The Incredibles (2004)
PG | 115 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
While trying to lead a quiet suburban life, a family of undercover superheroes are forced into action to save the world.
Director: Brad Bird | Stars: Craig T. Nelson, Samuel L. Jackson, Holly Hunter, Jason Lee
Votes: 808,816 | Gross: $261.44M
60. Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003)
R | 111 min | Action, Crime, Thriller
After awakening from a four-year coma, a former assassin wreaks vengeance on the team of assassins who betrayed her.
Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: Uma Thurman, David Carradine, Daryl Hannah, Michael Madsen
Votes: 1,194,203 | Gross: $70.10M
61. Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Not Rated | 89 min | Animation, Drama, War
A young boy and his little sister struggle to survive in Japan during World War II.
Director: Isao Takahata | Stars: Tsutomu Tatsumi, Ayano Shiraishi, Akemi Yamaguchi, Yoshiko Shinohara
Votes: 310,508
62. Toy Story 2 (1999)
G | 92 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
When Woody is stolen by a toy collector, Buzz and his friends set out on a rescue mission to save Woody before he becomes a museum toy property with his roundup gang Jessie, Prospector, and Bullseye.
Directors: John Lasseter, Ash Brannon, Lee Unkrich | Stars: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Kelsey Grammer
Votes: 619,739 | Gross: $245.85M
63. Reservoir Dogs (1992)
R | 99 min | Crime, Thriller
When a simple jewelry heist goes horribly wrong, the surviving criminals begin to suspect that one of them is a police informant.
Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: Harvey Keitel, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen, Chris Penn
Votes: 1,088,387 | Gross: $2.83M
64. Jurassic Park (1993)
PG-13 | 127 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
A pragmatic paleontologist touring an almost complete theme park on an island in Central America is tasked with protecting a couple of kids after a power failure causes the park's cloned dinosaurs to run loose.
Director: Steven Spielberg | Stars: Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Richard Attenborough
Votes: 1,067,316 | Gross: $402.45M
65. Requiem for a Dream (2000)
R | 102 min | Drama
The drug-induced utopias of four Coney Island people are shattered when their addictions run deep..
Director: Darren Aronofsky | Stars: Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, Marlon Wayans
Votes: 898,885 | Gross: $3.64M
66. To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
Approved | 129 min | Crime, Drama
Atticus Finch, a widowed lawyer in Depression-era Alabama, defends a Black man against an undeserved rape charge, and tries to educate his young children against prejudice.
Director: Robert Mulligan | Stars: Gregory Peck, John Megna, Frank Overton, Rosemary Murphy
Votes: 332,918
67. Oldboy (2003)
R | 120 min | Action, Drama, Mystery
After being kidnapped and imprisoned for fifteen years, Oh Dae-Su is released, only to find that he must track down his captor in five days.
Director: Park Chan-wook | Stars: Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jeong, Kim Byeong-Ok
Votes: 635,971 | Gross: $0.71M
68. Captain America: Civil War (2016)
PG-13 | 147 min | Action, Sci-Fi
Political involvement in the Avengers' affairs causes a rift between Captain America and Iron Man.
Directors: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo | Stars: Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan
Votes: 850,133 | Gross: $408.08M
69. Trainspotting (1996)
R | 93 min | Drama
Renton, deeply immersed in the Edinburgh drug scene, tries to clean up and get out despite the allure of drugs and the influence of friends.
Director: Danny Boyle | Stars: Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee Miller, Kevin McKidd
Votes: 725,760 | Gross: $16.50M
70. Million Dollar Baby (2004)
PG-13 | 132 min | Drama, Sport
Frankie, an ill-tempered old coach, reluctantly agrees to train aspiring boxer Maggie. Impressed with her determination and talent, he helps her become the best and the two soon form a close bond.
Director: Clint Eastwood | Stars: Hilary Swank, Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Jay Baruchel
Votes: 721,851 | Gross: $100.49M
71. The Hateful Eight (2015)
R | 168 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
In the dead of a Wyoming winter, a bounty hunter and his prisoner find shelter in a cabin currently inhabited by a collection of nefarious characters.
Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Walton Goggins
Votes: 659,951 | Gross: $54.12M
72. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)
PG-13 | 130 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Harry, Ron, and Hermione search for Voldemort's remaining Horcruxes in their effort to destroy the Dark Lord as the final battle rages on at Hogwarts.
Director: David Yates | Stars: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Michael Gambon
Votes: 948,675 | Gross: $381.01M
73. Prisoners (2013)
R | 153 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
When Keller Dover's daughter and her friend go missing, he takes matters into his own hands as the police pursue multiple leads and the pressure mounts.
Director: Denis Villeneuve | Stars: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis, Melissa Leo
Votes: 809,717 | Gross: $61.00M
74. Blade Runner (1982)
R | 117 min | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
A blade runner must pursue and terminate four replicants who stole a ship in space and have returned to Earth to find their creator.
Director: Ridley Scott | Stars: Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, Edward James Olmos
Votes: 823,188 | Gross: $32.87M
75. Ratatouille (2007)
G | 111 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A rat who can cook makes an unusual alliance with a young kitchen worker at a famous Paris restaurant.
Directors: Brad Bird, Jan Pinkava | Stars: Brad Garrett, Lou Romano, Patton Oswalt, Ian Holm
Votes: 825,235 | Gross: $206.45M
76. Gone Girl (2014)
R | 149 min | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
With his wife's disappearance having become the focus of an intense media circus, a man sees the spotlight turned on him when it's suspected that he may not be innocent.
Director: David Fincher | Stars: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris, Tyler Perry
Votes: 1,067,530 | Gross: $167.77M
77. X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)
PG-13 | 132 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
The X-Men send Wolverine to the past in a desperate effort to change history and prevent an event that results in doom for both humans and mutants.
Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy
Votes: 745,273 | Gross: $233.92M
78. Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983)
PG | 131 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
After rescuing Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt, the Rebel Alliance attempt to destroy the second Death Star, while Luke struggles to help Darth Vader back from the dark side.
Director: Richard Marquand | Stars: Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams
Votes: 1,121,589 | Gross: $309.13M
79. Deadpool (2016)
R | 108 min | Action, Comedy
A wisecracking mercenary gets experimented on and becomes immortal yet hideously scarred, and sets out to track down the man who ruined his looks.
Director: Tim Miller | Stars: Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, T.J. Miller, Ed Skrein
Votes: 1,125,798 | Gross: $363.07M
80. Inglourious Basterds (2009)
R | 153 min | Adventure, Drama, War
In Nazi-occupied France during World War II, a plan to assassinate Nazi leaders by a group of Jewish U.S. soldiers coincides with a theatre owner's vengeful plans for the same.
Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: Brad Pitt, Diane Kruger, Eli Roth, Mélanie Laurent
Votes: 1,584,491 | Gross: $120.54M
81. Gran Torino (2008)
R | 116 min | Drama
After a Hmong teenager tries to steal his prized 1972 Gran Torino, a disgruntled, prejudiced Korean War veteran seeks to redeem both the boy and himself.
Director: Clint Eastwood | Stars: Clint Eastwood, Bee Vang, Christopher Carley, Ahney Her
Votes: 815,072 | Gross: $148.10M
82. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
PG-13 | 133 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire's ultimate weapon of destruction.
Director: Gareth Edwards | Stars: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Alan Tudyk, Donnie Yen
Votes: 686,555 | Gross: $532.18M
83. Rocky (1976)
PG | 120 min | Drama, Sport
A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
Director: John G. Avildsen | Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers
Votes: 628,536 | Gross: $117.24M
84. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
G | 149 min | Adventure, Sci-Fi
After uncovering a mysterious artifact buried beneath the Lunar surface, a spacecraft is sent to Jupiter to find its origins: a spacecraft manned by two men and the supercomputer HAL 9000.
Director: Stanley Kubrick | Stars: Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, Daniel Richter
Votes: 719,632 | Gross: $56.95M
85. Taxi Driver (1976)
R | 114 min | Crime, Drama
A mentally unstable veteran works as a nighttime taxi driver in New York City, where the perceived decadence and sleaze fuels his urge for violent action.
Director: Martin Scorsese | Stars: Robert De Niro, Jodie Foster, Cybill Shepherd, Albert Brooks
Votes: 920,868 | Gross: $28.26M
86. Dallas Buyers Club (2013)
R | 117 min | Biography, Drama
In 1985 Dallas, electrician and hustler Ron Woodroof works around the system to help AIDS patients get the medication they need after he is diagnosed with the disease.
Director: Jean-Marc Vallée | Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Jared Leto, Steve Zahn
Votes: 519,366 | Gross: $27.30M
87. The Hunt (2012)
R | 115 min | Drama
A teacher lives a lonely life, all the while struggling over his son's custody. His life slowly gets better as he finds love and receives good news from his son, but his new luck is about to be brutally shattered by an innocent little lie.
Director: Thomas Vinterberg | Stars: Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Bo Larsen, Annika Wedderkopp, Lasse Fogelstrøm
Votes: 364,444 | Gross: $0.69M
88. Sin City (2005)
R | 124 min | Crime, Thriller
An exploration of the dark and miserable Basin City and three of its residents, all of whom are caught up in violent corruption.
Directors: Frank Miller, Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez | Stars: Mickey Rourke, Clive Owen, Bruce Willis, Jessica Alba
Votes: 793,864 | Gross: $74.10M
89. Straight Outta Compton (2015)
R | 147 min | Biography, Drama, History
The rap group NWA emerges from the mean streets of Compton in Los Angeles, California, in the mid-1980s and revolutionizes Hip Hop culture with their music and tales about life in the hood.
Director: F. Gary Gray | Stars: O'Shea Jackson Jr., Corey Hawkins, Jason Mitchell, Neil Brown Jr.
Votes: 218,509 | Gross: $161.20M
90. District 9 (2009)
R | 112 min | Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Violence ensues after an extraterrestrial race forced to live in slum-like conditions on Earth finds a kindred spirit in a government agent exposed to their biotechnology.
Director: Neill Blomkamp | Stars: Sharlto Copley, David James, Jason Cope, Vanessa Haywood
Votes: 716,944 | Gross: $115.65M
91. The Lego Movie (2014)
PG | 100 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
An ordinary LEGO construction worker, thought to be the prophesied as "special", is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the LEGO universe into eternal stasis.
Directors: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller | Stars: Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett
Votes: 388,407 | Gross: $257.76M
92. How to Train Your Dragon (2010)
PG | 98 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.
Directors: Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders | Stars: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Craig Ferguson
Votes: 800,756 | Gross: $217.58M
93. The Breakfast Club (1985)
R | 97 min | Comedy, Drama
Five high school students meet in Saturday detention and discover how they have a great deal more in common than they thought.
Director: John Hughes | Stars: Emilio Estevez, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy
Votes: 436,618 | Gross: $45.88M
94. The Raid: Redemption (2011)
R | 101 min | Action, Crime, Thriller
A S.W.A.T. team becomes trapped in a tenement run by a ruthless mobster and his army of killers and thugs.
Director: Gareth Evans | Stars: Iko Uwais, Ananda George, Ray Sahetapy, Donny Alamsyah
Votes: 217,091 | Gross: $4.11M
95. Incendies (2010)
R | 131 min | Drama, Mystery, War
Twins journey to the Middle East to discover their family history and fulfill their mother's last wishes.
Director: Denis Villeneuve | Stars: Lubna Azabal, Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin, Maxim Gaudette, Mustafa Kamel
Votes: 200,351 | Gross: $6.86M
96. Zootopia (2016)
PG | 108 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
In a city of anthropomorphic animals, a rookie bunny cop and a cynical con artist fox must work together to uncover a conspiracy.
Directors: Byron Howard, Rich Moore, Jared Bush | Stars: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Idris Elba, Jenny Slate
Votes: 546,416 | Gross: $341.27M
97. Snatch (2000)
R | 102 min | Comedy, Crime
Unscrupulous boxing promoters, violent bookmakers, a Russian gangster, incompetent amateur robbers and supposedly Jewish jewelers fight to track down a priceless stolen diamond.
Director: Guy Ritchie | Stars: Jason Statham, Brad Pitt, Stephen Graham, Vinnie Jones
Votes: 911,063 | Gross: $30.33M
98. Nightcrawler (2014)
R | 117 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
When Louis Bloom, a con man desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story.
Director: Dan Gilroy | Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Bill Paxton, Riz Ahmed
Votes: 604,730 | Gross: $32.38M
99. The Revenant (I) (2015)
R | 156 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
A frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team.
Director: Alejandro G. Iñárritu | Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Will Poulter, Domhnall Gleeson
Votes: 874,490 | Gross: $183.64M
100. Creed (II) (2015)
PG-13 | 133 min | Action, Drama, Sport
The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed.
Director: Ryan Coogler | Stars: Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Tessa Thompson, Phylicia Rashad
Votes: 310,902 | Gross: $109.77M
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