With so many great movies out there, it can be tough to decide which ones to watch. A recent internet survey asked, “What’s a movie everyone should watch at least once in their life?” and here are the top 29 answers.
Alien (1979)
“I watched Alien for the first time about five years ago. It holds up so well. Really fantastic.”
“For its moody, atmospheric terror in which you never really see the whole alien, and yet you’re scared out of your skin.”
The Thing (1982)
“The Thing (and Alien) are both very similar in that they have a small on-screen cast, no extras, no voiceovers (except mother), and no ensemble. Another movie that I like similarly is Silent Running. It has a similar feel and a very small cast.”
“It’s a John Carpenter classic that stays with you long after the credits roll.”
The Godfather (1972)
“It’s a classic for a reason. Number 2 is good too, but save yourself the misery and skip the third one.”
“Surely it’ll be on EVERYONE’s list, right? I mean, it’s the epitome of the genre and is just perfect. A true classic in every way.”
The Matrix (1999)
“If you managed to live this long and you still don’t know the twist, then I’m jealous of you. You can skip all sequels, but the first one is a delight.”
“Some movies that were set in the future don’t hold up well, but this one will always be great. The bleak futileness of their existence and the moral choices all play nicely against some seriously cool action sequences. There is no spoon!”
The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy (2001, 2002, 2003)
“Gorgeously filmed, perfectly cast, and scored with such genius that the music is practically another character. Peter Jackson, you know you did good!”
“This might just be my ultimate comfort movie, one that transports you to a fantasy world among amazing characters that are beautiful and haunting in many stretches.”
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
“Stanley Kubrick’s crowning achievement is the most extraordinary testament to the divine possibilities of cinema.”
“Let me add that you’ve got to see it on the big screen; it illuminates the grandeur of the movie. You’re forced to drop everything and bear witness. If you’re like me, you’ll stay a few minutes after the credits in total awe.”
12 Angry Men (1957)
“It is a masterclass in storytelling and pacing. I keep trying to get my wife to watch it, but she just refuses to get past the fact it’s a 65-year-old black-and-white film that almost entirely takes place in one room. Everyone owes it to themselves to watch it at least once.”
“The film that sounds boring as a description to someone in 2022 until you actually watch it. What a classic.”
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
“Even if you don’t like Ben Stiller’s typical awkward comedy, you should definitely watch this. It’s nothing like that. And give it a chance when it’s a little slow. It’s worth it.”
“This is such a great pick-me-up movie for anybody going through difficult times in their lives.”
Moon (2009)
“I watched this movie completely blind to the plot and loved every second of it. Great twists and suspense!”
“This is such an underrated film, and Sam Rockwell knocked it out of the park!”
“Anything by Duncan Jones is good, in my opinion. I even enjoyed Warcraft.”
Heat (1995)
“Just rewatched Heat last week, and I still love it every time I watch it. Everything is great, from acting to production and directing and so on. Love that film!”
“Another thrilling crime drama with, probably, my favorite shootout scene of all time.”
The Departed (2006)
“I think this movie fires on all cylinders and is a crime masterpiece. I’d like to forget this movie so I can take that rollercoaster all over again.”
“I feel the same way about The Departed. That scene towards the end! You know the one. My jaw hit the floor when that happened. I wish I could relive that.”
“Many minds were blown during the last 20 minutes of that movie.”
Casablanca (1942)
“It will show you what some of the best performative actors in movie history can do with great lines and a good story.”
“Casablanca had amazing lines and actors to deliver those lines. I watched it with an ex (her first time seeing it) and afterward she said, “So, this is the movie all the other movies are quoting?”
Everything, Everywhere, All at Once (2022)
“People are always hesitant to recommend new movies, but this one definitely deserves to be on here. I feel like I’ll be recommending that movie for the rest of my life. Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan knock it out of the park.”
“This film is exactly why movies are best made for theatres. An absolute blast of a viewing experience on the big screen.”
Léon (1994)
“Leon the professional is a great movie. I’m glad to see it on your list.”
“I flew back from Denmark to the states a few weeks ago, and across the aisle, a young twenty-something was watching The Professional, and I was so excited for him.”
“This is often called a good movie. It’s not a unique suggestion, as you suggest.”
Blazing Saddles (1974)
“This is also a very important film, historically speaking.”
“Spoiler alert! It was the very first time anyone had ever farted on screen.”
“Big facts right here. I completely agree; it’s my favorite Mel Brooks movie.”
Evil Dead 2 (1987)
“The kinetic craziness to the film is fantastic.”
“I remember seeing Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn when it came out on video, and I was around ten. It was genuinely terrifying and hilarious at the same time. I’ve seen it countless times since.”
The Battle Of Algiers (1966)
“Glad to see this on the list. This is required viewing for film students in many places, but not a film I find others are familiar with. It is among the best political films of its time, and even Kubrick was quoted as saying that you couldn’t understand what film could be capable of without seeing this movie.”
Portrait Of A Lady On Fire (2019)
“This was an absolutely stunning film. It left both of us stunned because we were not expecting it to be THAT good.”
“I wouldn’t put this on my generic list of ‘must see’ movies, but it would definitely be a personal recommendation to friends and family because I thought, myself, that it was flawlessly brilliant.”
Wings (1926)
“Wings can be a bit of a rough watch for some people, it’s an ancient, old silent film, but it’s really one of the first movies to cross the threshold into all-time greatness. For that reason, alone, it should be watched to appreciate the history of filmmaking.”
Run Lola Run (1998)
“This is a really good recommendation – 99.9% of people have never even heard of that movie, but it’s fantastic!”
“Oh, I would hate to die without ever seeing this masterpiece. I loved it.”
Headhunters (2011)
“A really excellent Norwegian movie about this valuable painting the protagonist wants to get from this mercenary; I would definitely say it’s a must-see.”
“Nice to see someone mention Headhunters. It’s probably not a must-watch, but it’s quite a film. I’ve never changed my opinion about a protagonist so much from start to finish.”
Airplane! (1980)
“Watched this again the other night. So many literal laugh-out-loud moments. They don’t make them like that anymore!”
“I always used to tell people that it is, according to science, the funniest movie ever.”
“This is a movie that will make you laugh the whole way through.”
Seven Samurai (1954)
“Because it’s pretty much the precursor to all action movies, and it’s amazing to watch it and see the influence it had on movies that came after it.”
“A friend recommended this to me; watching it is one of the best things I did in my life!”
“I was watching a documentary showing how they had to specifically NOT use Seven Samurai tropes in a movie (similar period) because they have become so pervasive.”
Brick (2005)
“I got all five senses, and I slept last night, which puts me six up on the lot of you. Oh my goodness, that movie kills!”
“I love this scene so much. This movie doesn’t get nearly enough love.”
“You seem like a Dapper Dan man!”
Requiem For A Dream (2000)
“Great film that everyone should see. But I never want to see it ever again.”
“This film was way more effective than the DARE program when it came to making me never want to do drugs.”
“This is indeed the only movie I love that I will never ever watch again.”
The Grave Of The Fireflies (1988)
“I call it the greatest film I ever saw, animated or live. And I never want to see it again.”
“I’ve been waiting for years to watch that for the first time. I don’t want to watch it alone because I suspect I’ll need emotional support during and after. Now I’ve got a friend with whom I could weep through it. I hope they will accept my invitation to see the saddest movie there is.”
Brazil (1985)
“Brazil is one of those movies I regret not watching sooner.”
“I rewatch it at least once a year; it never gets old and is so relatable to the way the world is heading, albeit in a dystopian manner. It’s also similar in some ways to George Orwell’s book 1984, which I also loved.”
“Reality has indeed now caught up to Brazil’s level of all-pervasive dysphoric funkiness.”
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