212 Biopic Films – Stories From Real Life
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SybilMovie · 2007 · 89m · Drama, TV MovieThis is the story of a young woman whose difficult childhood leads to the development of multiple personalities. It's a true story.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 2
Mesrine: Public Enemy #1Movie · 2008 · 133m · Action, Thriller, CrimeFor nearly two decades, Mesrine captivated France as its most notorious criminal, skillfully cultivating a public image while pursuing his own ambitions for fame. However, increasing paranoia and isolation drive him to a final, dramatic clash with the authorities, solidifying his status as the nation's most infamous public enemy.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 3
A Guide to Recognizing Your SaintsMovie · 2006 · 104m · Crime, DramaSuccessful author Dito Montiel gets a call from his mother, who asks him to come home and see his father, who is unwell. Dito remembers his childhood in a rough neighborhood in Queens, New York, and his friends: Antonio, Giuseppe, Nerf, and Mike.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 4
ModiglianiMovie · 2004 · 128m · DramaThe film follows the final years of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani's life in Paris, 1919, and his artistic competition with Pablo Picasso. Modigliani, who is Jewish, finds love with Jeanne, a young Catholic woman. They have a child out of wedlock, and Jeanne’s parents send the baby to a convent to be raised by nuns.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 5
The AviatorMovie · 2004 · 170m · DramaThis film chronicles the life of Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947. It follows his rise to prominence as a successful film producer and aviation innovator, alongside the increasing effects of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder on his mental state.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 6
The Iron LadyMovie · 2011 · 105m · History, DramaThis film explores the life of Margaret Thatcher, Britain's former Prime Minister, examining the personal sacrifices she made to achieve and maintain power.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 7
Bertie and ElizabethMovie · 2002 · 108mThis is the story of George VI, unexpectedly thrust onto the throne after his brother abdicates, and his evolving relationship with his wife, Elizabeth.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.9 - 8
Yves Saint LaurentMovie · 2014 · 106m · DramaThis film explores the early years of French designer Yves Saint Laurent, starting in 1958 with his meeting of Pierre Berge, who would become both his lover and his business partner.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 9
Mrs. Henderson PresentsMovie · 2005 · 103m · Comedy, DramaFollowing her husband's death, wealthy widow Laura Henderson buys the Windmill Theatre in London for a new interest. She launches a groundbreaking, non-stop variety show that other theaters quickly imitate, leading to financial difficulties. To address the problem, Mrs. Henderson proposes incorporating risqué burlesque performances, inspired by the Moulin Rouge in Paris.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 10
The Killing of John LennonMovie · 2007 · 114mThe film chronicles the journey and inner thoughts of Mark Chapman (Jonas Ball), offering a glimpse into his mindset. It opens with him in Hawaii, highlighting his sense of alienation from everyone around him – his job, family, and friends. He expresses a yearning for purpose, feeling directionless in his life. Seeking solace in the public library, he discovers 'The Catcher in the Rye' and becomes consumed by it, identifying with the character of Holden Caulfield as if the book mirrors his own life of feeling like an outsider. He rereads it compulsively. Subsequently, he finds a book about John Lennon and develops a deep-seated hatred for the musician.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.6 - 11
LutherMovie · 2003 · 123m · Drama, HistoryIn the early 1500s, Martin Luther, a German monk with strong ideals, becomes increasingly troubled by the church's focus on wealth. He initiates a conversation that sparks the Protestant Reformation.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 12
JarheadMovie · 2005 · 123m · Drama, WarJarhead follows US Marine Anthony Swofford during the Gulf War. Following intense boot camp, Swofford and his unit are deployed to the Persian Gulf, anticipating combat. However, they are largely kept in a waiting position. Swofford grapples with anxieties about his relationship back home, and as the war drags on, his mental state declines, fueling a growing urge for violence.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 13
Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams StoryMovie · 2004 · 95m · Crime, Drama, TV MovieRedemption is the story of Stan "Tookie" Williams, the founder of the Crips street gang in Los Angeles. It follows his descent into gang life, his imprisonment, and his later work writing children's books promoting peace and non-violence, which earned him several nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite exhausting all legal options, Tookie was ultimately executed by lethal injection.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 14
BlowMovie · 2001 · 124m · Crime, DramaGrowing up in the 1950s, George Jung witnesses his family's financial struggles as his mother criticizes her husband's attempts to provide. Eventually, they face bankruptcy, fueling George's determination to avoid the same fate. In the 1960s, his friend Tuna proposes they start a marijuana smuggling operation. George becomes successful in California, but imprisonment exposes him to the lucrative world of cocaine. Upon release, he leverages this knowledge to build a fortune importing cocaine into America, but soon faces severe consequences.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 15
SylviaMovie · 2003 · 109m · Drama, RomanceThis is a story about the complex relationship between the poets Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7 - 16
The Notorious Bettie PageMovie · 2005 · 91m · Comedy, DramaBettie Page, raised in a strict religious household in Tennessee, rose to fame as a photo model in 1950s New York. Her iconic pin-up photographs drew the attention of a Senate investigation into pornography, ultimately establishing her as a celebrated erotic figure whose appeal endures.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 17
3: The Dale Earnhardt StoryMovie · 2004 · 92mThis film chronicles the life and career of NASCAR icon Dale Earnhardt, Sr., from his beginnings to his rise to fame. It also explores the family he created throughout his journey. Earnhardt's 2001 death had a profound effect on NASCAR, but his seven championships and 76 victories left an enduring legacy on the sport.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.5 - 18
Coach CarterMovie · 2005 · 136m · Drama, HistoryThis is a true story about Ken Carter, the head basketball coach at Richmond High School. In 1999, he made national news when he decided to bench his undefeated team. His reason: the players weren't meeting academic standards.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.6 - 19
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne ListerMovie · 2010 · 90m · Drama, Romance, TV MovieIn the 1800s, a woman living as a lesbian meticulously documents her life in coded diaries. She strives for independence while navigating a secret relationship with a married woman.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 20
ElisabethMovie · 2005 · 140mThis musical follows Elisabeth ("Sissi"), the Empress of Austria, from her engagement in 1854 through her life and death in 1898, killed by Italian anarchist Luigi Lucheni. The story explores her increasing preoccupation with mortality as her marriage and empire face challenges at the end of the 19th century.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.9 - 21
Public EnemiesMovie · 2009 · 140m · Crime, History, DramaDuring the Great Depression, bank robber John Dillinger gains popularity with many Americans struggling through hard times. However, he also becomes a major problem for J. Edgar Hoover and the new FBI. Determined to capture Dillinger, Hoover declares him Public Enemy Number One and assigns his best agent, Melvin Purvis, to hunt him down – dead or alive.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 22
The Informant!Movie · 2009 · 108m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeMark Whitacre is a promising employee at Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), a major agricultural company. He unexpectedly becomes a whistleblower, revealing ADM's international price-fixing scheme to the FBI. However, Whitacre also hopes that his actions will earn him public acclaim and a career advancement within the company.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 23
El CantanteMovie · 2006 · 116m · History, Drama, MusicThis is the story of Héctor Lavoe, the legendary salsa singer, from his beginnings to his tragic death in 1993. Told by his wife Puchi, reflecting on their life together in 2002, it's a look at his extraordinary rise to fame and the subsequent struggles he faced.IMDb 5.5TMDB 7.1 - 24
Something the Lord MadeMovie · 2004 · 110m · TV Movie, DramaThis film explores the partnership between Alfred Blalock, a leading heart surgeon, and Vivien Thomas, a Black surgical technician. It depicts their collaboration and the development of groundbreaking techniques in pediatric heart surgery.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9 - 25
Little AshesMovie · 2008 · 112m · Drama, RomanceThis film explores the formative years and romantic relationships of artist Salvador Dalí, filmmaker Luis Buñuel, and writer Federico García Lorca.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 26
Walk the LineMovie · 2005 · 136m · Drama, Music, RomanceThis film chronicles the life of country music icon Johnny Cash, starting with his childhood on an Arkansas cotton farm and following his ascent to fame at Sun Records in Memphis. There, he recorded alongside fellow rising stars like Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 27
JobsMovie · 2013 · 129m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Steve Jobs, charting his rise from dropping out of college to becoming one of the most celebrated and influential creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 28
Warm SpringsMovie · 2005 · 121mAfter contracting polio at 39 and becoming paralyzed from the waist down, Franklin Roosevelt travels to rural Georgia in search of a cure.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.6 - 29
Sophie Scholl: The Final DaysMovie · 2005 · 117m · Drama, HistoryIn 1943, with Hitler's war raging across Europe, a group of college students in Munich form an underground resistance movement called the White Rose, dedicated to ending the Third Reich. Sophie Scholl, one of the few women in the group, is captured while distributing pamphlets on campus with her brother Hans. During her interrogation by the Gestapo, Scholl fiercely defends her beliefs and calls for freedom and individual responsibility, leading to a powerful clash of wills.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1 - 30
BreachMovie · 2007 · 110m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeFBI surveillance expert Eric O'Neill is thrilled when he's unexpectedly promoted and assigned to work with Robert Hanssen, a highly respected agent with 25 years of service. But O'Neill soon discovers his promotion is a setup – he's meant to gain Hanssen's trust and uncover evidence of his betrayal. Tasked with exposing the suspected double agent, O'Neill enters a dangerous game of cat and mouse where appearances are deceiving.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 31
NotoriousMovie · 2009 · 122m · Music, Drama, History"Notorious" tells the story of Christopher Wallace. With remarkable talent and unwavering determination, Wallace evolves from a Brooklyn street hustler – who once sold crack to pregnant women – into one of the greatest rappers ever: The Notorious B.I.G. The film follows his rapid ascent to fame and his resistance to conforming to expectations, ultimately reshaping the idea of "The American Dream."IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 32
Billy ElliotMovie · 2000 · 111m · Drama, Comedy, MusicIn 1984, County Durham, England is gripped by the miners' strike, escalating tensions between classes. Eleven-year-old Billy Elliot, who usually spends his time at the boxing club, accidentally discovers a ballet class and realizes he has a natural gift. He begins practicing with his teacher, Mrs. Wilkinson, preparing for an audition in Newcastle for a place at the Royal Ballet School in London.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6 - 33
ControlMovie · 2007 · 121m · DramaThis is the story of Ian Curtis, the singer for Joy Division, following him from his teenage years in 1973 to his death in 1980, the day before the band was scheduled to embark on their first tour of the United States.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 34
The HoursMovie · 2002 · 114m · DramaThree women across different times and places seek deeper, more fulfilling lives, united by their hopes and anxieties. Their individual stories gradually connect, culminating in a surprising and deeply moving shared experience of understanding.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3 - 35
El GrecoMovie · 2007 · 119m · DramaThis is the story of Domenicos Theotokopoulos, the fiercely independent artist and champion of freedom, better known as El Greco.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 36
James DeanMovie · 2001 · 90m · Drama, TV MovieThis biopic explores the life of a famous actor in the 1950s, revealing the man behind the legend and offering a glimpse into Hollywood's inner workings. The film examines how his personal struggles mirrored the intense roles he played in iconic films like *East of Eden*, *Rebel Without a Cause*, and *Giant*.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7 - 37
RadioMovie · 2003 · 109m · DramaIn 1976, in racially divided Anderson, South Carolina, football coach Harold Jones befriends Radio, a mentally disabled African-American young man he meets near the practice field. Radio quickly becomes Coach Jones’ devoted assistant and enrolls in T.L. Hanna High School. However, Jones faces increasing criticism from parents and fans who believe his focus on Radio is jeopardizing the team's championship hopes.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.3 - 38
Bride of the WindMovie · 2001 · 99mThis film chronicles the life of Alma Mahler, who was married to composer Gustav Mahler and also had relationships with Walter Gropius and Franz Werfel. She was also the muse and lover of artist Oskar Kokoschka.IMDb 5.7TMDB 3.8 - 39
Aloha Mars!Movie · 2004 · 127m · DramaThis film depicts the final twelve hours of Jesus of Nazareth's life.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 40
KlimtMovie · 2006 · 131m · Drama, RomanceThis is a look at Austrian artist Gustav Klimt, known for his opulent and sensual paintings that became a hallmark of the Art Nouveau movement in the late 1800s and early 1900s.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.1 - 41
Freedom WritersMovie · 2007 · 123m · Crime, DramaA young teacher connects with her students, many facing difficult circumstances, encouraging them to embrace understanding, work hard, and aim for further schooling.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9 - 42
Dark MatterMovie · 2008 · 90m · Drama, HistoryLiu Xing, a gifted Chinese student, adjusts to American university life with the support of Joanna Silver. Xing joins a cosmology group focused on developing a model for the universe's beginnings. He becomes deeply engrossed in dark matter research, pursuing a theory that challenges the group’s work. As he achieves his own discoveries, he faces obstacles.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.5 - 43
The Gathering StormMovie · 2002 · 94m · Drama, HistoryThis is a love story that offers a close look at the marriage of Winston and Clementine Churchill during a difficult, yet often overlooked, period in their lives.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.6 - 44
Into the StormMovie · 2009 · 100m · Drama, History, TV MovieFollowing "The Gathering Storm," this film chronicles Churchill's leadership of Britain from 1940 to 1945 during World War II, a period of immense hardship for the country. The story also portrays personal challenges within Churchill's marriage during these difficult years.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.3 - 45
Swimming UpstreamMovie · 2003 · 114m · DramaA talented young man struggles to gain his father's approval, as the father grapples with personal struggles.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 46
IrisMovie · 2001 · 91m · Drama, RomanceThis is the true story of the enduring love between novelist Iris Murdoch and her husband John Bayley, following their relationship from their time as students to her struggle with Alzheimer's disease.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.4 - 47
The Motorcycle DiariesMovie · 2004 · 126m · DramaThis film is based on the journals of Che Guevara, the leader of the Cuban Revolution. In his writings, Guevara details his experiences with his close friend Alberto Granado during a motorcycle journey across South America in the early 1950s.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 48
HungerMovie · 2008 · 96m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Bobby Sands, an IRA member who spearheaded the 1981 hunger strike. During The Troubles, Irish Republican prisoners undertook the strike to demand political status.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 49
Shadow of the VampireMovie · 2000 · 95m · Drama, HorrorIn 1922, director F.W. Murnau strikes a deal with a vampire to cast him in the film "Nosferatu."IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 50
Antwone FisherMovie · 2002 · 120m · Drama, History, RomanceA volatile sailor is sent to a naval psychiatrist seeking treatment. Initially resistant, the young man eventually opens up about a traumatic childhood. With the help of his doctor, he confronts his painful history and embarks on a journey to discover his lost family.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9 - 51
The CountessMovie · 2009 · 100m · Drama, History, ThrillerHungary, 17th century. Countess Erzsébet Báthory (1560-1614), a woman of immense power, becomes increasingly fixated on a younger man as she ages. Driven by a desperate desire to remain youthful, she descends into madness, believing that drinking the blood of others will grant her eternal beauty.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 52
My Week with MarilynMovie · 2011 · 99m · Drama, RomanceLondon, 1956. Renowned actor and director Laurence Olivier is preparing to film his new movie, which premiered in 1957 as *The Prince and the Showgirl*, starring Marilyn Monroe. Aspiring filmmaker Colin Clark lands a job on the set as third assistant director.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 53
QuillsMovie · 2000 · 124m · DramaEarly 19th-century France. The Marquis de Sade is imprisoned in an asylum, but his controversial writings spread widely. As authorities increase control, a conflict arises between Sade's powerful imagination, the Abbé's desire for reform, and a doctor determined to suppress him. The story explores the struggle for freedom of expression amidst themes of desire, power, and censorship.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 54
Chapter 27Movie · 2007 · 84m · Drama, CrimeThis film explores the final days of Mark David Chapman leading up to the murder of John Lennon.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 55
Il DivoMovie · 2008 · 113m · DramaItaly, early 1990s. Giulio Andreotti, a powerful and enigmatic politician, has dominated Italian politics for decades. He has weathered countless crises—elections, terrorist attacks, personal tragedies, and damaging accusations. Now, however, former Mafia members begin to suggest his involvement in Cosa Nostra's criminal activities.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6 - 56
The Greatest Game Ever PlayedMovie · 2005 · 120m · DramaThis is the story of Francis Ouimet, a 20-year-old amateur golfer who shocked the world by defeating Harry Vardon, the reigning champion and his idol, at the 1900 U.S. Open.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 57
Catch Me If You CanMovie · 2002 · 141m · Drama, CrimeBased on a true story, this film follows Frank Abagnale Jr., who, before turning 19, successfully impersonated a Pan Am pilot, doctor, and lawyer, defrauding millions of dollars through forged checks. An FBI agent dedicates himself to capturing Frank, but he expertly evades arrest, seemingly enjoying the chase.IMDb 8.1TMDB 8.0 - 58
The New WorldMovie · 2005 · 151m · Drama, History, RomanceThis drama explores the conflict between Native Americans and English settlers in 17th-century America, focusing on the experiences of explorer John Smith.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 59
Man in the Mirror: The Michael Jackson StoryMovie · 2004 · 87mThis film follows the journey of Michael Jackson, tracing his ascent to global stardom and the subsequent decline of his career.IMDb 3.2TMDB 5.9 - 60
Against the RopesMovie · 2004 · 106m · Romance, DramaThis is a fictional story inspired by Jackie Kallen, the renowned female boxing promoter who fought to thrive in a male-dominated industry. It follows her journey of survival and eventual success.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.0 - 61
Martin and LewisMovie · 2002 · 92mThis is the story of the ten-year, often difficult partnership between Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 62
Driving LessonsMovie · 2006 · 98m · Comedy, DramaA quiet teenager seeking independence from his controlling mother finds his life shifting when he takes a job with a retired actress.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 63
RayMovie · 2004 · 152m · Drama, MusicRay Charles was born on a Florida sharecropping farm and lost his sight at age seven. Encouraged by his strong-willed mother to be self-reliant, he discovered his talent playing the piano. Performing throughout the South, the soulful singer built a reputation before achieving international fame by blending gospel and country music.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 64
Miss PotterMovie · 2006 · 92m · Drama, Family, RomanceBeatrix Potter, best known for "The Tale of Peter Rabbit," navigates challenges in her pursuit of love, contentment, and recognition for her work.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 65
GieMovie · 2005 · 140mDuring the turbulent periods of the Soeharto and Soekarno regimes in Indonesia, activist Soe Hok Gie undergoes a profound political awakening.IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.0 - 66
Call Me: The Rise and Fall of Heidi FleissMovie · 2004 · 84mThis is the story of Heidi Fleiss, famously known as "The Hollywood Madam." The daughter of a respected Los Angeles doctor, she became a high-end escort working for a prominent madam. She eventually took over the business, quickly generating $300,000 a month by employing only the most attractive and elite sex workers, catering to wealthy Hollywood figures, executives, and sheiks from around the world. In 1993, the Los Angeles police shut down her operation, leading to her imprisonment for income tax evasion.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.3 - 67
Gainsbourg: A Heroic LifeMovie · 2010 · 130m · DramaThis film offers a look at the life of French singer Serge Gainsbourg, spanning his childhood in Nazi-occupied Paris during the 1940s, his rise to fame as a songwriter in the 1960s, and his life until his death in 1991 at the age of 62.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9 - 68
ConvictionMovie · 2002 · 99mCarl Upchurch's life takes a turn when he ends up in jail as a young man. Behind bars, a caring teacher guides him toward a better path through education and faith. Inspired by this transformation, Carl dedicates himself to helping other at-risk youth.IMDb 6.3TMDB 3.5 - 69
Grace of MonacoMovie · 2014 · 103m · Romance, DramaThis is the story of Grace Kelly, the former Hollywood actress, as she struggles with her marriage and sense of self. The film unfolds against the backdrop of a tense political conflict between Prince Rainier III of Monaco and France's Charles De Gaulle, with the threat of a French invasion looming in the early 1960s.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 70
Bobby Jones: Stroke of GeniusMovie · 2004 · 120m · DramaThis is the story of Bobby Jones, a legendary figure in golf who surprisingly retired from competitive play at the young age of 28.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.9 - 71
The Audrey Hepburn StoryMovie · 2000 · 133m · Drama, TV MovieThe film follows Audrey Hepburn's life from childhood through the 1950s. It covers her early training as a Dutch ballerina, her experience with her parents' divorce, and her survival during Nazi occupation of the Netherlands in World War II. Later, she moves to the U.S. and achieves fame as a movie star, appearing in films like Breakfast at Tiffany's.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 72
The HoaxMovie · 2006 · 116m · Comedy, DramaClifford Irving creates a major media sensation by convincing a top publisher to release a fake biography of Howard Hughes in the early 1970s.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 73
Che: Part TwoMovie · 2008 · 135m · Drama, History, WarFollowing the Cuban Revolution, Che Guevara is a celebrated figure of influence. He then vanishes and reappears in Bolivia, where he assembles a small team of Cuban allies and Bolivian supporters to launch a larger Latin American revolution. The film explores how Che became a lasting symbol of idealism and heroism for people worldwide.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 74
Che: Part OneMovie · 2008 · 134m · Drama, History, WarIn 1956, Argentine revolutionary Che Guevara and a group of Cuban exiles, under Fidel Castro's leadership, land in Cuba from Mexico. Within two years, they build a popular movement and an army, ultimately overthrowing the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 75
And Starring Pancho Villa as HimselfMovie · 2003 · 112m · Drama, History, WarIn 1914, Mexican revolutionary Pancho Villa offers to let filmmakers film his battles against Porfírio Diaz's army, hoping to raise money for weapons and supplies. The Mutual Film Corporation, led by producer D.W. Griffith, sees potential and sends Frank Thayer, a filmmaker, to negotiate a deal directly with Pancho Villa.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 76
The DealMovie · 2003 · 90mAs a UK election nears, Labour leader John Smith dies after suffering a heart attack. Gordon Brown, a Scottish politician, is widely expected to succeed him. However, Tony Blair also emerges as a strong contender, potentially appealing to voters in the South who might be wary of Brown. Blair contacts Brown to arrange a meeting to discuss their paths to leadership. The film then flashes back to the beginning of their careers, when they shared an office in Westminster after being elected to Parliament for the first time.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 77
Waltz with BashirMovie · 2008 · 90m · Drama, Animation, WarAn Israeli film director speaks with other veterans of the 1982 Lebanon War. He uses their stories to piece together his own recollections of serving in the conflict.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7 - 78
Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane ArbusMovie · 2006 · 122m · Drama, HistoryIn 1958 New York, Diane Arbus is a wife and mother assisting her husband, a photographer working for his wealthy family. Despite her seemingly comfortable life, Diane feels out of place in her privileged surroundings. A new neighbor sparks her interest, and this intriguing man motivates her to explore her own artistic potential.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 79
The World's Fastest IndianMovie · 2005 · 127m · Drama, Adventure, HistoryThis is the true story of Burt Munro, a New Zealander who dedicated years to building a custom 1920 Indian motorcycle. His relentless work culminated in a 1967 attempt to break the land-speed world record at Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.7 - 80
The Last Confession of Alexander PearceMovie · 2009 · 60mEight men break free from the world's most remote prison. When only one man lives to tell the tale, his account deeply disturbs the British government. This is the final confession of Alexander Pearce.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.8 - 81
Glory RoadMovie · 2006 · 118m · Drama, HistoryIn 1966, Texas Western coach Don Haskins made history by fielding the first all-black starting lineup in a college basketball team to compete for the NCAA national championship.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4 - 82
DominoMovie · 2005 · 127m · Action, Crime, DramaThis is the story of Domino Harvey, a former Ford model who left that life behind to become a bounty hunter.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 83
In His Life: The John Lennon StoryMovie · 2000 · 85mThis film chronicles the formative years of the rock musician and his rise to fame as a member of the Beatles.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1 - 84
Men of HonorMovie · 2000 · 129m · DramaDespite facing significant obstacles, Carl Brashear pursues his dream of becoming the Navy's first African-American master diver in this inspiring true story. His initial relationship with a hardened, veteran diving instructor is strained, but through shared experiences, they develop a bond built on mutual respect, ultimately achieving triumph and honor together.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.5 - 85
ValkyrieMovie · 2008 · 121m · Drama, Thriller, WarFollowing injury in Africa during World War II, Nazi Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg returns to Germany and joins the Resistance. He participates in a risky plot to establish a new government and assassinate Adolf Hitler. As the plan progresses, von Stauffenberg becomes key, ultimately responsible for both leading the coup and carrying out the assassination of the Führer.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 86
Hotel RwandaMovie · 2004 · 122m · Drama, History, WarBased on true events, the film is set in Rwanda during the 1990s, a time when over a million Tutsis were murdered in a genocide largely ignored internationally. Hotel owner Paul Rusesabagina uses his hotel to shelter over a thousand refugees, desperately trying to protect them from the violence.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7 - 87
HitchcockMovie · 2012 · 98m · DramaAfter achieving fame with "North by Northwest," director Alfred Hitchcock takes a bold step, choosing to adapt Robert Bloch's novel "Psycho." When the studio declines to finance the film, Hitchcock invests his own money, agreeing to share profits. His wife, Alma Reville, has doubts about the project but stands by him. The film's production creates considerable tension within their marriage.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 88
AmeliaMovie · 2009 · 111m · Adventure, Drama, HistoryThis film chronicles the life of Amelia Earhart, the celebrated American aviator. It focuses on her 1937 attempt to circumnavigate the globe by plane, which ended with her mysterious disappearance over the Pacific Ocean.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 89
American SplendorMovie · 2003 · 101m · Comedy, DramaThis film blends fact and fiction to explore the life of Harvey Pekar, the relatable everyman who became a comic book hero.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 90
The King's SpeechMovie · 2010 · 118m · Drama, HistoryThe King's Speech is the story of Prince Albert, who becomes King George VI, father to Queen Elizabeth II. When his brother steps down, Albert ('Bertie') unexpectedly inherits the throne. Struggling with a severe stutter and deemed unready to rule, Bertie seeks help from an unconventional speech therapist, Lionel Logue. Through surprising methods and a growing friendship, Bertie learns to speak confidently and bravely guides his nation through war.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7 - 91
J. EdgarMovie · 2011 · 137m · Drama, Crime, HistoryFor nearly 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover shaped American law enforcement, inspiring both fear and respect. Yet, hidden from public view were secrets that threatened to shatter his reputation, end his career, and destroy his life.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 92
Good Night, and Good Luck.Movie · 2005 · 92m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of journalist Edward R. Murrow and his courageous opposition to Senator Joseph McCarthy's intense anti-communist investigations during the early 1950s.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 93
AssemblyMovie · 2007 · 123m · Action, HistoryThe film centers on a soldier determined to secure recognition for his fallen comrades from the 1948 civil war. The story unfolds during a critical period of conflict between the communist and nationalist forces of the Kuomintang.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 94
PollockMovie · 2000 · 132m · Drama, HistoryIn August 1949, Life Magazine asked the question, "Jackson Pollock: Is he the greatest living painter in the United States?" This film explores the life of an exceptional man, often described as "an artist dedicated to concealment, a celebrity nobody knew." Battling self-doubt and a conflict between his desire for expression and his need for isolation, Pollock entered a period of decline.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 95
CreationMovie · 2009 · 108m · Drama, HistoryThis is a deeply personal love story offering a rare glimpse into the life of Charles Darwin. He grapples with his conflicting beliefs about faith and science while striving to complete his groundbreaking book, "On the Origin of the Species"—a work that would revolutionize our understanding of life itself.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 96
The Good ShepherdMovie · 2006 · 167m · Drama, Thriller, HistoryEdward Wilson, the sole witness to his father's suicide and a member of the Yale Skull and Bones society, is an honest and principled young man who respects honor and secrecy. These qualities lead to his recruitment into the new OSS. However, his commitment to his job gradually forces him to compromise his values, ultimately impacting his family.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 97
Rescue DawnMovie · 2007 · 125m · Adventure, Drama, WarDuring the Vietnam War, a U.S. fighter pilot faces an intense fight for survival after his plane is shot down over Laos.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 98
HollywoodlandMovie · 2006 · 126m · Crime, Drama, MysteryAfter Hollywood icon George Reeves dies at home, private investigator Louis Simo is hired to find out what happened. He uncovers a complicated situation filled with deception, centering on the wife of a powerful studio executive. Based on a true story.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 99
Julie & JuliaMovie · 2009 · 123m · Romance, DramaThe memoirs of Julia Child and Julie Powell connect two women adrift in their lives. Despite living in different eras and locations, both find a renewed sense of purpose when they realize that with passion, courage, and a little butter, anything can be achieved.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 100
Shattered GlassMovie · 2003 · 94m · Drama, HistoryThis is the true story of Stephen Glass, a young journalist who quickly gained fame in Washington, D.C., landing a staff writer position at The New Republic. Driven by a desire for instant recognition, Glass fabricated sources, quotes, and entire stories. His lies were eventually exposed, leading to the collapse of his career.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
