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Top 359 Can't-Miss Movies from the Exciting 2000s

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  1. 301Austin Powers in GoldmemberMovie · 2002 · 94m · Comedy, Crime, Science FictionThe world's most stylish secret agent faces a new threat from Dr. Evil, who has joined forces with his miniature clone, Mini-Me, and the ruthless '70s crime boss Goldmember. As Austin pursues this dangerous trio in their quest for global control, he receives assistance from his father and a former love interest.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
  2. 302X2Movie · 2003 · 133m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionProfessor Charles Xavier and his team of superheroes with special abilities are confronted by increasing hostility from people who fear them, spearheaded by Col. William Stryker. Storm, Wolverine, and Jean Grey must team up with their usual adversaries—Magneto and Mystique—to stop Stryker from carrying out a plan to eliminate all mutants.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0
  3. 303PenelopeMovie · 2007 · 103m · Fantasy, Comedy, RomancePenelope Wilhern, a woman burdened by a curse, must marry someone of high social standing to break it. Confined to her family's estate with her parents as her only companions, she struggles to find a suitable partner. This unconventional fairy tale follows Penelope as she defies expectations in her quest for a happy ending.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7
  4. 304The Curious Case of Benjamin ButtonMovie · 2008 · 166m · Drama, Fantasy, RomanceBenjamin Button is born old in a New Orleans nursing home and ages backward. Twelve years later, he meets Daisy, a young girl who remains a presence in his life as she matures into a dancer. Throughout his unusual life, Benjamin experiences many adventures, but his connection with Daisy and the possibility of their lives aligning are what motivate him.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6
  5. 305The Santa Clause 2Movie · 2002 · 104m · Fantasy, Comedy, FamilySanta Claus, also known as Scott Calvin, faces a problem: his contract stipulates he must marry a wife to continue delivering presents. To keep his job, he has to leave the North Pole and find a spouse. Otherwise, he risks losing his ability to bring joy to children worldwide.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.0
  6. 306No Country for Old MenMovie · 2007 · 122m · Crime, Thriller, WesternIn the Texas desert, Llewelyn Moss finds a shocking scene: dead bodies, two million dollars, and a large quantity of heroin. This attracts the attention of Anton Chigurh, a relentless and methodical killer who wants the money back. Meanwhile, local Sheriff Ed Tom Bell begins investigating. The pursuit of the money and the pursuit of justice intertwine, creating a dangerous game where the lines between hunter and hunted become increasingly unclear.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0
  7. 307Underworld: EvolutionMovie · 2006 · 106m · Fantasy, Action, ThrillerAmidst an ongoing war between vampires and werewolves, Selene, a former vampire special forces operative who hunted werewolves, teams up with Michael, a werewolf-human hybrid. Together, they seek to uncover the hidden truths about their own bloodlines.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
  8. 308TransformersMovie · 2007 · 144m · Adventure, Science Fiction, ActionTeenager Sam Witwicky is drawn into the age-old conflict between the Autobots, the heroic alien robots, and the Decepticons, their evil counterparts. Sam unknowingly possesses a key to incredible power, and the Decepticons will do anything to get it back.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  9. 309UpMovie · 2009 · 96m · Animation, Comedy, FamilyCarl Fredricksen has always longed to travel and live life to the fullest. But at 78, he feels his opportunities have vanished, until an unexpected turn of events – and the determined 8-year-old Wilderness Explorer Russell – offer him a chance at a new beginning.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.0
  10. 310Body of LiesMovie · 2008 · 128m · Action, Drama, ThrillerThe CIA is tracking a terrorist who orchestrated a series of attacks. Roger Ferris, the agency's operative, is constantly on the move, trying to anticipate the next move. A satellite link provides constant surveillance of Ferris's activities to Ed Hoffman at CIA headquarters. As Ferris closes in on his target, he learns that trust can be as risky as it is essential for survival.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  11. 311Enemy at the GatesMovie · 2001 · 131m · Drama, War, HistoryDuring the Battle of Stalingrad in World War II, a Russian and a German sniper engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  12. 312Black Hawk DownMovie · 2001 · 145m · Action, War, HistoryU.S. Rangers and a special Delta Force team try to abduct two of a Somali warlord's aides. Their Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, resulting in significant American losses as they engage in fierce ground combat with the local militia.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4
  13. 313Corpse BrideMovie · 2005 · 77m · Romance, Fantasy, AnimationIn a 19th-century European village, a young man on the verge of marriage is unexpectedly taken to the land of the dead and married to a mysterious corpse bride, leaving his intended bride heartbroken in the world of the living.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.6
  14. 314Finding NeverlandMovie · 2004 · 106m · Drama, FantasyStruggling with writer's block, playwright J.M. Barrie forms a close bond with a widow and her four young sons. The boys deeply impact Barrie's life, ultimately becoming the inspiration for his most famous work: Peter Pan.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3
  15. 315The Time Traveler's WifeMovie · 2009 · 107m · Drama, Romance, FantasyBecause of a rare genetic condition, Henry DeTamble repeatedly and unpredictably jumps through time. Each time, he finds himself at different points in the life of Clare Abshire, the woman he loves.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
  16. 316TangledMovie · 2010 · 100m · Animation, Family, AdventureRapunzel, a spirited teenager with extraordinarily long hair, longs to see sky lanterns on her eighteenth birthday, but her overprotective mother keeps her locked in a tower. She makes a deal with Flynn Rider, a charming thief who is wanted by the law, and together they embark on a thrilling adventure.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6
  17. 317Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the ClonesMovie · 2002 · 142m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionAfter an assassination attempt on Senator Padmé Amidala, Jedi Knights Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi investigate a shadowy conspiracy within the Separatist movement that triggers the start of the Clone Wars.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  18. 318Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the SithMovie · 2005 · 140m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionA malevolent Sith order reveals a long-planned scheme for galactic domination, leading to the collapse of the Republic and the emergence of the tyrannical Galactic Empire. Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker is forced to make a critical decision about his allegiance.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5
  19. 319Step BrothersMovie · 2008 · 98m · ComedyBrennan Huff and Dale Doback are adults who still live with their parents. Their relationship becomes strained and competitive when their single parents marry, turning them into jealous stepbrothers. Brennan’s ongoing rivalry with Dale puts a strain on the new marriage, leaving everyone questioning if they can ever truly get along.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6
  20. 320Memoirs of a GeishaMovie · 2005 · 146m · Drama, Romance, HistoryBefore World War II, a poor Japanese girl is separated from her family and forced into servitude as a maid in a geisha house.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.6
  21. 321American GangsterMovie · 2007 · 157m · Drama, CrimeThis film is loosely inspired by the life of Frank Lucas, a gangster who operated in La Grange, North Carolina. He smuggled heroin into the U.S. using flights returning from the Vietnam War. His activities eventually drew the attention of a task force headed by Newark Detective Richie Roberts, who worked to bring him down.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6
  22. 322The ReaderMovie · 2008 · 124m · Drama, RomanceMichael Berg, a young German lawyer in the late 1950s, had a relationship with an older woman named Hanna. She vanished for years, only to later become a defendant in a war crimes trial for her work as a concentration camp guard. Michael is the only one who suspects Hanna is illiterate and may be hiding this fact, jeopardizing her right to a fair trial.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  23. 323InsidiousMovie · 2011 · 102m · Horror, ThrillerWhen their son inexplicably falls into a deep, unending sleep, a family discovers their home has been invaded by malevolent spirits. Seeking answers, they enlist the help of an expert and uncover a deeply personal and unsettling truth about the source of the haunting.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0
  24. 324WatchmenMovie · 2009 · 163m · Mystery, Action, Science FictionIn a dark, alternate 1985, a government crackdown has ended the era of costumed heroes. When one of these masked veterans is murdered, an investigation begins into who killed them. The surviving heroes reunite to protect themselves, but their investigation reveals a dangerous plot that threatens everyone.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3
  25. 325Despicable MeMovie · 2010 · 95m · Family, Comedy, AnimationThe villainous Gru is at his worst when he plots to steal the moon. However, his criminal ambitions are complicated when he unexpectedly becomes the guardian of three orphaned children.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3
  26. 326The Hurt LockerMovie · 2008 · 131m · Drama, Thriller, WarSet during the Iraq War, the film follows a Sergeant newly assigned to an army bomb squad. His unconventional approach to the job creates friction and conflict with his fellow squad members.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3
  27. 327The WrestlerMovie · 2008 · 109m · Drama, RomanceRandy "The Ram" Robinson, an aging wrestler past his prime, is eager to return to the pro-wrestling circuit. Following a severe injury, Randy retires, begins a relationship with a fellow stripper, and attempts to reconcile with his daughter. However, he ultimately finds himself drawn back to the ring and prepares for a comeback.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5
  28. 328The OthersMovie · 2001 · 101m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerGrace, a devout woman, lives with her children, Anne and Nicholas, in a darkened old house due to their extreme sensitivity to light. As strange occurrences and unsettling visions suggest the house might be haunted, Grace desperately tries to shield her children from the supernatural threat, no matter the cost.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6
  29. 329Wristcutters: A Love StoryMovie · 2007 · 88m · Comedy, Drama, FantasyHeartbroken after a breakup, Zia attempts suicide but finds himself in a bleak afterlife that eerily resembles his life. He learns his ex-girlfriend has also died and embarks on a road trip to locate her.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  30. 330Team America: World PoliceMovie · 2004 · 98m · Adventure, Action, ComedyNorth Korean leader Kim Jong-il initiates a worldwide terrorist plot, prompting the elite, heavily armed Team America to intervene. The team, which includes troubled Broadway actor Gary Johnston, must confront Jong-il and navigate opposition from the Film Actors Guild, a group of Hollywood liberals who disapprove of Team America's global intervention methods.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.7
  31. 331CarsMovie · 2006 · 117m · Animation, Adventure, ComedyLightning McQueen, a talented young race car focused on winning, learns that the real value is in the experiences along the way when he's unexpectedly delayed in the quiet town of Radiator Springs on Route 66. On his way to the Piston Cup Championship in California, where he's scheduled to race against two experienced drivers, McQueen befriends the town's unique residents.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  32. 332Iron Man 2Movie · 2010 · 124m · Adventure, Action, Science FictionNow known to the world as the superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark is pressured by the government, media, and public to give his technology to the military. Stark refuses to share his work and, with Pepper Potts and James "Rhodey" Rhodes supporting him, he must build new partnerships and face dangerous adversaries.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8
  33. 333Dawn of the DeadMovie · 2004 · 101m · Horror, ActionWhen a devastating outbreak transforms the world's population into aggressive, flesh-eating zombies, a band of survivors seeks refuge in a sprawling shopping mall.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  34. 334MonstersMovie · 2010 · 94m · Drama, Thriller, Science FictionSix years ago, NASA found evidence of alien life in our solar system. A probe sent to collect samples crashed over Central America. Shortly after, new life forms emerged, leading to a quarantine of half of Mexico. Now, the U.S. and Mexican military are still fighting to contain these creatures. A journalist agrees to guide a frightened tourist through the infected zone in Mexico to the U.S. border.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
  35. 335CrankMovie · 2006 · 88m · Action, Thriller, CrimeChev Chelios, a professional hitman trying to leave his old life behind, fails to complete a job. The following morning, he receives a call revealing he's been poisoned and has just one hour to live. His only chance of survival is to keep his adrenaline pumping while he races to find an antidote.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7
  36. 336ZodiacMovie · 2007 · 157m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerFor ten years, editors at the San Francisco Chronicle become consumed by the Zodiac Killer case. As the years pass, however, professional interest fades. The Killer ceases his public communication. But convinced he holds the key to the remaining mysteries, an amateur cartoonist from the early sightings races against time to stop what he believes will be another killing.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5
  37. 337The Butterfly EffectMovie · 2004 · 113m · Science Fiction, ThrillerA young man attempts to unlock repressed memories from his childhood. He discovers a method to journey back in time, inhabiting his younger self and altering past events. But he quickly learns that each change creates unforeseen and complicated repercussions.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6
  38. 338Bad SantaMovie · 2003 · 92m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeBeware! Santa Claus Willie T. Soke is arriving, and he’s not concerned with good behavior. Willie’s holiday tradition involves stealing goods from shopping malls nationwide. This year, however, his plans are complicated by a sharp-witted store detective, a captivating bartender, and a child who believes Willie is the actual Santa Claus.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5
  39. 339The Social NetworkMovie · 2010 · 121m · DramaIn 2003, Harvard student and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg develops an idea that evolves into Facebook, the world's largest social network. By 2009, Zuckerberg has become one of the youngest billionaires, but his rapid success brings unexpected challenges. He faces two lawsuits: one from a former friend, creating significant personal and legal difficulties.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4
  40. 340Gran TorinoMovie · 2008 · 116m · DramaWalt Kowalski, a retired Korean War veteran, becomes determined to mentor his neighbor, Thao Lor, a Hmong teenager who attempted to steal Kowalski’s cherished 1972 Gran Torino.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0
  41. 341MadagascarMovie · 2005 · 86m · Family, Animation, AdventureFour animal friends experience freedom when they escape from the Central Park Zoo and end up on the island of Madagascar.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
  42. 342Kick-AssMovie · 2010 · 118m · Action, CrimeDave Lizewski is a typically overlooked high school student and avid comic book reader who impulsively decides to become a superhero, despite lacking any special abilities, training, or real motivation.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1
  43. 343Mission: Impossible IIIMovie · 2006 · 126m · Adventure, Action, ThrillerRetired agent Ethan Hunt trains new recruits for the Impossible Mission Force. He then confronts his most dangerous adversary yet: Owen Davian, a ruthless international arms and information broker. Davian threatens Hunt and everything important to him, including the woman he loves.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8
  44. 344SerenityMovie · 2005 · 119m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureThe crew of the spaceship Serenity takes on a fugitive, leading them into a dangerous conflict. A totalitarian regime relentlessly pursues the fugitive, determined to bring her back at any cost. Meanwhile, they must also contend with deadly creatures in unexplored space. But the biggest threat may be hidden among the Serenity's own passengers.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4
  45. 345Futurama: Bender's GameMovie · 2008 · 88m · Animation, Comedy, Science FictionAfter being insulted by some rough space characters, Leela enters a demolition derby aboard the Planet Express ship and wins. However, when she returns the damaged vessel, Professor Farnsworth is furious about the impending cost of refueling. The crew must now embark on a quest to challenge the Professor's control over the ship's fuel supply, even if it means traveling through a fantastical world reminiscent of *The Lord of the Rings*.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  46. 346Death ProofMovie · 2007 · 113m · Action, ThrillerAustin's popular DJ, Jungle Julia, goes out for a night with her friends Shanna and Arlene. Unbeknownst to them, Stuntman Mike, a rough character in a muscle car, secretly follows them, driving very close.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8
  47. 347Planet TerrorMovie · 2007 · 105m · Horror, Action, ThrillerTwo doctors working a graveyard shift are overwhelmed when the town floods with people suffering from terrible sores. Among the injured is Cherry Darling, a dancer who lost her leg. As the patients rapidly turn violent, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray gather a group of unlikely allies and head out into the night.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  48. 348Pineapple ExpressMovie · 2008 · 111m · Action, Comedy, CrimeA laid-back guy and his drug dealer are thrown into chaos when the stoner accidentally sees a police officer commit a murder. Suddenly, they're both fugitives, desperately trying to evade the authorities.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6
  49. 349How to Train Your DragonMovie · 2010 · 98m · Fantasy, Adventure, AnimationHiccup Horrendous Haddock III, son of a Viking chief, is about to become a warrior. He must kill a dragon to prove himself. However, after he shoots down the most feared dragon of them all, Hiccup finds he can't bring himself to destroy it. Instead, he befriends the dragon, naming him Toothless, which upsets his father, a proud warrior.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9
  50. 350Toy Story 3Movie · 2010 · 102m · Animation, Family, ComedyYears after being cherished by their owner Andy, Woody, Buzz, and the other toys are forgotten as Andy prepares for college. They're mistakenly left behind at a strange daycare center and must work together to escape and find their way back to Andy.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.8
  51. 351Planet HulkMovie · 2010 · 81m · Science Fiction, Animation, ActionFearing the Hulk's destructive power, the Illuminati secretly send him on a spacecraft to a distant planet, hoping to give him a peaceful home. But the Hulk's attempts to escape cause the ship to crash on Sakaar. There, he's captured and forced into slavery, becoming a gladiator.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.1
  52. 352Marley & MeMovie · 2008 · 115m · Comedy, FamilyA newly married couple starting a family finds unexpected wisdom from their spirited retriever, Marley. The film balances humor with heartfelt moments as it explores the joys and challenges of marriage, growing up, and facing life's realities, all through the eyes of a family and their dog.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2
  53. 353The PatriotMovie · 2000 · 165m · Drama, History, WarHaving earned respect as a soldier during the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin desires only a peaceful life as a farmer. However, when his son Gabriel joins the army to fight for the newly formed nation of America against the British, Benjamin is compelled to return to military service to safeguard his son.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
  54. 354Training DayMovie · 2001 · 122m · Action, Crime, DramaA new narcotics officer begins his career partnering with a seasoned detective who harbors secrets.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  55. 355Hellboy II: The Golden ArmyMovie · 2008 · 120m · Fantasy, ActionHellboy, along with his girlfriend Liz, who has pyrokinetic abilities, and Abe Sapien, who can communicate with aquatic life, confronts their most significant challenge yet. An elven prince from the underworld intends to take Earth back for his magical people. Prince Nuada, frustrated by humans' dominance, plans to unleash the Golden Army, a powerful force of war machines, to make way for fantasy creatures. Hellboy is the only one who can stop the dark prince and prevent humanity's destruction.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8
  56. 356A Walk to RememberMovie · 2002 · 101m · Drama, RomanceRestless and popular Landon Carter is required to join the school play and falls for Jamie Sullivan, the minister's daughter. Jamie has a clear plan for her future and a significant secret she keeps hidden from Landon.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.8
  57. 357Mulholland DriveMovie · 2001 · 147m · Thriller, Drama, MysteryNewly arrived in Hollywood and chasing stardom, blonde Betty Elms encounters a mysterious brunette suffering from amnesia. As Betty and the woman try to uncover her past, filmmaker Adam Kesher faces unsettling problems while casting his new film.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8
  58. 358The Lake HouseMovie · 2006 · 99m · Drama, Mystery, RomanceA solitary doctor living in a distinctive lakeside house begins a correspondence with the house's previous owner, a disillusioned architect. As they exchange letters, they become entangled in a puzzling romance and must work to understand the story behind their unusual connection before it ends.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.0