851 Essential Classic Films
842 titles
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Now You See MeMovie · 2013 · 116m · Thriller, CrimeAn FBI agent and an Interpol detective pursue a group of illusionists who commit bank robberies as part of their elaborate stage shows, distributing the stolen money to their captivated audiences.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 802
The First PurgeMovie · 2018 · 97m · Action, Horror, ThrillerTo reduce crime to below one percent for the year, the New Founding Fathers of America conduct a sociological experiment. They plan to release pent-up aggression in a controlled community for a single night. However, when the community's violence erupts, it spills beyond its borders and spreads nationwide.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.0 - 803
The 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 - 804
Battle: Los AngelesMovie · 2011 · 116m · Science Fiction, ActionAs previously distant UFOs transform into a terrifying threat, an alien invasion force attacks major coastal and riverside cities around the world. A U.S. Marine staff sergeant and his team are deployed to combat the invaders, quickly realizing they must independently fight an unknown enemy to protect what's left of Los Angeles.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 805
The Bourne LegacyMovie · 2012 · 135m · Action, ThrillerCIA operative Aaron Cross is thrust into a dangerous situation, the result of Jason Bourne's past actions. His life is constantly at risk.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.2 - 806
Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning ThiefMovie · 2010 · 118m · Adventure, Fantasy, FamilyPercy, a teenager with a history of accidents, learns he's a demigod – the son of Poseidon. He's drawn into a conflict when Zeus' lightning bolt is stolen. Percy must learn to control his newfound powers to stop a war among the gods that threatens to destroy the world.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2 - 807
Run All NightMovie · 2015 · 114m · Action, Crime, ThrillerJimmy Conlon, a Brooklyn mobster and experienced hitman, is struggling with his past. He's haunted by his history and a persistent police detective who has pursued him for three decades. When Jimmy’s estranged son becomes a target, he faces a difficult decision: his loyalty to the crime family he's always known versus the son he left behind. With nowhere else to go, Jimmy has one night to decide where he truly belongs and try to set things right.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 808
Dave Chappelle: Killin' Them SoftlyMovie · 2000 · 57m · ComedyDave Chappelle performs a stand-up show in Washington, D.C., addressing topics including politics, police issues, race relations, drug use, and Sesame Street, among other subjects.IMDb 8.7TMDB 8.1 - 809
Edge of TomorrowMovie · 2014 · 114m · Action, Science FictionLieutenant Bill Cage, a civilian officer with no combat experience, is abruptly sent into a dangerous battlefield. He's killed almost immediately, but manages to take down an alien. He then wakes up back at the start of the day, trapped in a time loop where he's forced to fight and die repeatedly.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 810
DreddMovie · 2012 · 96m · Action, Science FictionIn a bleak future America, a ruthless drug dealer named Ma-Ma threatens to seize control of the city with a dangerous new substance. The only hope lies with the Judges, an elite police force that acts as judge, jury, and enforcer, dispensing swift and brutal justice. Even Judge Dredd, the force's top officer, finds that stopping Ma-Ma proves more challenging than anticipated in this adaptation of the acclaimed comic series.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 811
Iron 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 - 812
CrankMovie · 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 - 813
The Little MermaidMovie · 1989 · 83m · Animation, Family, FantasyPrincess Ariel, a mermaid with a curious nature, meets Prince Eric and falls in love. Their connection is complicated by the difference between their worlds. Ariel faces a difficult choice that could endanger herself and her kingdom if she hopes to be with him. She encounters the sea witch Ursula, who tries to thwart her dreams. The film includes memorable songs that enhance this magical story.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 814
GlassMovie · 2019 · 129m · Thriller, Drama, Science FictionFormer security guard David Dunn discovers he possesses extraordinary abilities and begins pursuing Kevin Wendell Crumb, a man with twenty-four distinct personalities. As Dunn closes in, a mysterious figure named Elijah Price appears, revealing secrets that connect both men.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 815
The 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 - 816
Bad 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 - 817
BeetlejuiceMovie · 1988 · 92m · Fantasy, ComedyA recently deceased husband and wife are caught in the grasp of a cruel demon exorcist. Driven by a desire for revenge, they seek his help to frighten a wealthy family out of their Manhattan home. The couple navigates a tense world of dark forces and demons, struggling to stay sane. The film explores themes of revenge, the power imbalance between the living and the dead, and the risks of dealing with evil spirits.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 818
Police Academy 2: Their First AssignmentMovie · 1985 · 87m · Comedy, Crime"Police Academy" follows Officer Carey Mahoney and his fellow recruits as they begin their first real police work after graduating from the academy. Transitioning from training to patrolling, they encounter a group of graffiti vandals disrupting the city.
This unlikely team of misfits, often clumsy but determined, must rise to the challenge of stopping the vandals and restoring order. The film chronicles their journey through funny situations, mistakes, and successes, revealing their potential as dedicated officers.
Blending comedy with heartwarming moments of friendship, "Police Academy" is an enjoyable film about teamwork, personal growth, and overcoming obstacles with friends.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1 - 819
White Men Can't JumpMovie · 1992 · 115m · Comedy, DramaTwo talented street basketball players compete with each other, using trickery to gain an edge. Their rivalry shifts when they discover a chance for a bigger payoff by working together.
Navigating the city's underbelly and the underground basketball scene, they find opportunities that could transform their lives. The film examines trust, ambition, and the evolving relationship between rivals becoming allies. Featuring dynamic basketball sequences and an energetic score, it shows the intense bond forming as they pursue a shared goal.
Blending sports action with character drama, this film captures the spirit of street basketball and the struggles of those striving for success in a tough urban world.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 820
13Movie · 2010 · 91m · Drama, ThrillerA young man, easily fooled, takes on the identity of a deceased person. He is drawn into a hidden world of influence, brutality, and high stakes, where men wager on each other's lives in secret.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 821
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver SurferMovie · 2007 · 92m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionThe Fantastic Four are back to face a powerful new threat to Earth. The seemingly invincible Silver Surfer arrives, but his intentions are not clear. The heroes soon discover they face dangers from both familiar foes and entirely new adversaries, posing a threat greater than they imagined.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 822
Carlito's WayMovie · 1993 · 144m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerThis drama tells the story of a man who, after a prison sentence for drug involvement and violence, is determined to change his life upon release. Originally from Puerto Rico but living in New York City, he faces many challenges as he tries to adjust to life outside while staying committed to his goal.
The film explores themes of redemption and strength against the pressures and temptations of city life. It's a realistic look at a man trying to escape his past, struggling with societal expectations that could pull him back.
Along the way, the people around him reveal complicated aspects of themselves, showing how individual choices connect to larger community struggles. Ultimately, it’s a moving look at what it means to change – how we can strive for a better future while still being shaped by our surroundings and experiences.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 823
A Walk Among the TombstonesMovie · 2014 · 114m · Crime, Drama, MysteryPrivate investigator Matthew Scudder takes on a case from a powerful drug lord: locate the person who kidnapped and killed his wife.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 824
One Hundred and One DalmatiansMovie · 1961 · 79m · Adventure, Animation, ComedyPongo and Perdita, Dalmatian parents, face the joys and difficulties of raising their fifteen puppies when Cruella De Vil's henchmen steal them. The determined dogs try to outsmart the Badun brothers and rescue their pups from Cruella's plan to make them into a fur coat. This heartwarming story explores love, family, and perseverance as Pongo and Perdita overcome obstacles with the support of their owners, Roger and Anita.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 825
Ninja ScrollMovie · 1993 · 94m · Fantasy, Adventure, AnimationSet in feudal Japan, this action film follows Jubei, a masterless ninja who works as a mercenary. His freedom leads him on many adventures, but his life is threatened when a plot to control the country unfolds. The story shows the complex power struggles of the time, as Jubei's loyalty is challenged by political intrigue. He must use his skills to survive and uphold his reputation as the best ninja.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 826
Lara Croft: Tomb RaiderMovie · 2001 · 100m · Adventure, Action, FantasyLara Croft, an orphaned heiress, English aristocrat, and daring archaeologist, undertakes a perilous journey to find the two parts of an ancient artifact that controls time, before it's misused. With a rare planetary alignment happening for the first time in 5,000 years, the fearless tomb raider must join forces with both rivals and enemies to gather the pieces against time. Ultimately, the question becomes: who will be able to control the powerful relic?IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.9 - 827
9Movie · 2009 · 79m · Action, Adventure, AnimationWhen 9 first awakens, he discovers a desolate world devoid of humans. He unexpectedly finds a small group of others like him, sheltering from dangerous machines that hunt them. Though new to the group, 9 persuades them that hiding is not a viable solution.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 828
The Princess and the FrogMovie · 2009 · 98m · Animation, Romance, FantasyA waitress determined to open her own restaurant embarks on a quest to break a curse and transform a frog prince back into a man. However, she discovers that kissing him only results in her facing the same predicament.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 829
Kevin Hart: What Now?Movie · 2016 · 96m · Comedy, Documentary, TV MovieComedian Kevin Hart headlines a show for 50,000 people at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 830
Yes ManMovie · 2008 · 104m · Comedy, RomanceCarl Allen is at a dead end in life. He joins a self-help program with a single rule: agree to anything and everything that's asked of him.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 831
MuteMovie · 2018 · 126m · Science Fiction, Mystery, ThrillerA man who cannot speak and carries a history of violence enters the dangerous criminal world of a near-future Berlin. He navigates this underworld in a desperate search for his missing girlfriend.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 832
It FollowsMovie · 2015 · 101m · Horror, MysteryAfter a sexual encounter, a young woman finds herself relentlessly pursued by an unseen supernatural presence.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 833
Just MercyMovie · 2019 · 137m · Drama, Crime, HistoryThis is the powerful true story of Bryan Stevenson, a Harvard-educated lawyer who travels to Alabama to help those who have been failed by the justice system. He takes on cases involving the wrongly accused, most notably Walter McMillian, who is sentenced to death despite clear evidence of his innocence. Stevenson works relentlessly to fight for McMillian, facing a system that is working against them.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9 - 834
WheelmanMovie · 2017 · 82m · Action, Crime, ThrillerA driver hired to transport robbers during a bank heist discovers he's been set up. He then races to uncover the identity of the person who betrayed him.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 835
StandoffMovie · 2016 · 80m · Thriller, DramaHaunted by his past, a veteran finds a path to atonement when he must protect a young girl who witnessed a murder. Armed with only a shotgun and one bullet, he battles both physical threats and his own inner demons in a desperate struggle to keep her safe.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 836
Secret SantaMovie · 2018 · 89mDuring Christmas, a family's holiday celebration turns deadly when someone secretly drugs their punch with a powerful military-grade substance. They must fight for their lives throughout the night.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.9 - 837
Training 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 - 838
Death at a FuneralMovie · 2010 · 92m · ComedyAt his father's funeral, Aaron's already disastrous day takes a turn for the worse. The funeral home delivers the wrong body, a cousin unintentionally drugs her fiancé, and Aaron's wealthy but condescending brother Ryan arrives from New York, unexpectedly broke. Adding to the chaos, a strange man seeks a private conversation with Aaron.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.9 - 839
CrawlMovie · 2019 · 87m · Horror, ThrillerA major hurricane strikes Haley's hometown in Florida. Ignoring evacuation orders, she searches for her father and finds him injured. They become trapped by the floodwaters, and with little time to escape the storm, they realize rising water is not their only danger.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.3 - 840
CargoMovie · 2017 · 105m · Drama, Thriller, HorrorFollowing a devastating pandemic, a father, given just 48 hours to live after contracting the virus, desperately searches for a safe place for his infant daughter.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 841
Batman vs. RobinMovie · 2015 · 80m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureDamian Wayne struggles with his father's strict prohibition against killing. At the same time, Gotham City faces escalating dangers from adversaries like the deranged Dollmaker and the enigmatic Court of Owls.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 842
Valerian and the City of a Thousand PlanetsMovie · 2017 · 137m · Adventure, Science Fiction, ActionIn the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are elite operatives tasked with maintaining order across human territories. Assigned by the Minister of Defense, they travel to Alpha, a vast metropolis where countless alien species have gathered for centuries to exchange knowledge and culture. A mysterious dark force threatens Alpha's peaceful existence, and Valerian and Laureline must quickly uncover the source of the danger to protect the city and the future of the universe.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6
