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162 Inspiring Film Biopics

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  1. 101All the Money in the WorldMovie · 2017 · 132m · Crime, History, ThrillerThis is the true story of the kidnapping of 16-year-old John Paul Getty III and the desperate fight of his mother to persuade his wealthy grandfather, Jean Paul Getty, to pay the enormous ransom demanded by the kidnappers.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  2. 102StardustMovie · 2020 · 109mIn 1971, rock star David Bowie makes his first trip to America to promote his third album, *The Man Who Sold the World*. He undertakes a nationwide publicity tour. While touring, Bowie develops his famous Ziggy Stardust stage character, drawing inspiration from musicians like Iggy Pop and Lou Reed.IMDb 4.5TMDB 3.8
  3. 103Get Rich or Die Tryin'Movie · 2005 · 117m · Drama, Crime, MusicThis is the story of a young man working as a drug dealer in the city's inner streets. He decides to leave that life behind and dedicate himself to his true passion: making rap music.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.8
  4. 104I Saw the LightMovie · 2016 · 123m · Music, DramaIn the 1940s, singer and songwriter Hank Williams achieves widespread fame. However, his career and his marriage to his wife, fellow musician Audrey Mae Williams, are significantly impacted by his struggles with alcohol and infidelity.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.2
  5. 105FridaMovie · 2002 · 123m · Drama, RomanceThis is a biography of Frida Kahlo, the artist who transformed the suffering from a severe physical injury and a turbulent marriage into powerful works of art.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4
  6. 106PapillonMovie · 2017 · 134m · Adventure, Crime, DramaHenri "Papillon" Charrière, a safecracker from the Parisian criminal world, is wrongly convicted and sentenced to life in French Guiana's penal colony. There, he develops a close friendship with Louis Dega, a counterfeiter who requires his protection.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3
  7. 107SebergMovie · 2019 · 103m · Thriller, DramaA driven young FBI agent is tasked with investigating famous actress Jean Seberg after she becomes involved in the turbulent civil rights movement in Los Angeles during the late 1960s.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9
  8. 108Camille Claudel, 1915Movie · 2013 · 95m · Drama, HistoryWinter 1915. The film centers on Camille Claudel, a highly gifted sculptor living in an asylum in the South of France, isolated by her family. It follows her solitary life as she awaits a visit from her brother, Paul Claudel. The story alternates between Camille's confinement and vivid recollections of her accomplished career, highlighting her persistent spirit despite her circumstances. The film portrays the conflict between her artistic drive and the restrictions imposed by society and her family. Against the beautiful scenery of Provence, it examines themes of artistic freedom, mental well-being, and family bonds. As Camille anticipates a potentially uncertain visit from her brother, the film offers an intimate look at her complex personality. Through a moving depiction of her reclusive life in the asylum, we witness the emotional struggles and quiet strength of an exceptional artist determined to hold onto her aspirations.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0
  9. 109The Blind SideMovie · 2009 · 129m · DramaThis is the true story of Michael Oher, a young man who overcame a difficult childhood as a homeless and traumatized child to become an All-American football star and a highly-drafted NFL player, thanks to the support of a compassionate woman and her family.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.7
  10. 11042Movie · 2013 · 128m · DramaIn 1947, Jackie Robinson breaks the color barrier to play in Major League Baseball, immediately confronting open hostility from fans, the media, and his fellow players.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  11. 111Hidden FiguresMovie · 2016 · 127m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – exceptional African-American women who worked at NASA and were essential to the success of the historic John Glenn orbital flight. These pioneering women broke barriers and inspired future generations with their extraordinary talent.IMDb 7.8TMDB 8.1
  12. 112Escobar: Paradise LostMovie · 2014 · 120m · Thriller, RomancePablo Escobar's family is his priority. When a young surfer named Nick falls in love with Escobar's niece, Maria, he's drawn into the perilous world of their criminal enterprise, putting his life at risk.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3
  13. 113Captain PhillipsMovie · 2013 · 134m · Action, Drama, ThrillerThis is the true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking of the U.S.-flagged Maersk Alabama by Somali pirates – the first American cargo ship seized in two centuries.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  14. 114Goodbye Christopher RobinMovie · 2017 · 107m · Family, History, DramaThis is the story of A.A. Milne, and how his son Christopher Robin inspired the beloved Winnie the Pooh tales. It explores the creative process behind those stories, revealing the personal connection at their heart.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0
  15. 115The ProgramMovie · 2015 · 103m · DramaAn Irish sports journalist becomes certain that Lance Armstrong's victories in the Tour de France are due to performance-enhancing drugs. Driven by this belief, he begins a search for proof to reveal Armstrong's alleged doping.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4
  16. 116Ride Like a GirlMovie · 2019 · 98m · DramaThis is the story of Michelle Payne, who became the first woman to win the Melbourne Cup.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2
  17. 117La Vie en RoseMovie · 2007 · 140m · Music, DramaEdith Piaf's life was a relentless struggle for survival, encompassing both her passion for singing and her experiences with love, moving from the tough streets of Paris' Belleville neighborhood to the bright lights of New York's biggest concert venues. Raised in a brothel by her grandmother, Piaf was discovered in 1935 by nightclub owner Louis Leplee, who encouraged her to sing despite her crippling shyness. She rose to become a legendary figure in France, her voice a defining sound of the 20th century.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  18. 118InvincibleMovie · 2006 · 105m · Drama, HistoryBased on a true story, the film follows Vince Papale, a man who defied expectations to achieve his lifelong dream. When the coach of his local football team holds an unusual open tryout, most believe it's pointless – no one capable of playing professional football will be found.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
  19. 119American SniperMovie · 2014 · 133m · War, ActionNavy SEAL Chris Kyle dedicates himself to protecting his fellow soldiers, becoming one of America's deadliest snipers. His exceptional skill saves many lives but also makes him a target for enemy fighters. Facing constant danger and struggling to balance his duties with family life, Kyle completes four tours in Iraq. Returning home, he discovers that the war continues to haunt him.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4
  20. 120CapoteMovie · 2005 · 114m · Crime, DramaThis film chronicles writer Truman Capote's ambitious project for The New Yorker: a groundbreaking, true-crime book titled "In Cold Blood."IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  21. 121PercyMovie · 2020 · 100m · DramaPercy Schmeiser, a farmer following in his family's footsteps, is sued by a large corporation for supposedly using their patented seeds. Lacking the funds for a legal defense, Percy teams up with young lawyer Jackson Weaver and environmental advocate Rebecca Salcau for a major case that ultimately reaches the Supreme Court.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.7
  22. 122MoneyballMovie · 2011 · 134m · DramaThis is the true story of Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics, who revolutionized baseball by building a competitive team with limited financial resources. He used innovative computer analysis to identify undervalued players during the draft, proving that success wasn't solely about money.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3
  23. 123BarryMovie · 2016 · 104m · DramaThis film follows a young Barack Obama as he navigates questions of race, cultural identity, and everyday life while attending college in New York City, shaping the person he will become.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7
  24. 124ResistanceMovie · 2020 · 120m · War, History, DramaThis is the story of Marcel Marceau, the renowned mime, and his collaboration with a group of Jewish boy scouts and the French Resistance during World War II. Together, they undertake a mission to safeguard the lives of ten thousand orphans.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9
  25. 125I, TonyaMovie · 2017 · 120m · Drama, ComedyTonya Harding is a rising star in U.S. competitive ice skating. However, her career faces a crisis when her former husband becomes involved.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5
  26. 126Official SecretsMovie · 2019 · 112m · Thriller, History, DramaThis is the true story of Katharine Gun, a British intelligence employee who, before the 2003 Iraq War, leaked a highly classified NSA memo. The memo revealed a secret joint US-UK spying operation targeting UN Security Council members. The operation aimed to pressure these members into supporting the war through blackmail.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
  27. 127Cinderella ManMovie · 2005 · 144m · Romance, Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Jim Braddock, a boxer who retired in the 1930s. When the Great Depression hits, he unexpectedly returns to the ring to provide for his family.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6
  28. 128PaternoMovie · 2018 · 105m · Drama, TV MovieJoe Paterno, college football's most successful coach, faces a crisis when the Jerry Sandusky child abuse scandal rocks Penn State. The controversy threatens to destroy Paterno’s celebrated career and forces a reckoning with the university's responsibility to protect its young players.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2
  29. 129I'm Not AshamedMovie · 2016 · 113m · DramaThis film is based on the journal entries of Rachel Joy Scott, the first student to be killed during the 1999 Columbine High School shooting.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.2
  30. 130Black MassMovie · 2015 · 123m · Drama, Crime, HistoryThis is the true story of Whitey Bulger, the brother of a state senator and South Boston's most notorious violent criminal. He secretly worked as an FBI informant to dismantle a Mafia family that was trying to take over his territory.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  31. 131Elizabeth: The Golden AgeMovie · 2007 · 114m · Drama, History, RomanceAs Queen Elizabeth faces threats from treacherous family members and a Spanish invasion, she and her perceptive advisor must work together to protect her kingdom.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7
  32. 132The 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
  33. 133Schindler's ListMovie · 1993 · 195m · Drama, History, WarThis is the true story of Oskar Schindler, a businessman who saved over a thousand Jewish lives during World War II. He provided them work in his factory, effectively shielding them from the Nazis' atrocities and forced labor.IMDb 9.0TMDB 8.6
  34. 134The PianistMovie · 2002 · 150m · Drama, WarThis is the true story of pianist Władysław Szpilman's life in Warsaw during the Nazi occupation. As the city's Jewish population is confined to a ghetto, Szpilman finds work performing in a café. When his family is deported in 1942, he remains in Warsaw, working as a laborer before ultimately going into hiding amidst the ruins of the war.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.4
  35. 135InvictusMovie · 2009 · 134m · Drama, HistoryFollowing apartheid's end, President Nelson Mandela recognizes deep racial and economic divisions within South Africa. Hoping to unite the country through sport, he inspires the nation's rugby team as they achieve a historic run to the 1995 Rugby World Cup Championship.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
  36. 13612 Years a SlaveMovie · 2013 · 134m · Drama, HistoryIn the United States before the Civil War, Solomon Northup, a free Black man from New York, is kidnapped and forced into slavery. He endures cruelty and kindness while fighting to survive and maintain his self-respect. During his twelfth year of captivity, a chance encounter with a Canadian abolitionist will change his life forever.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9
  37. 137The ConductorMovie · 2018 · 137m · Drama, HistoryAmerica, 1926: Willy Wolters, 24, immigrated to the US with her parents as a child. She aspires to be a train conductor, a dream dismissed by everyone around her. Little does she know, she is destined to become Antonia Brico.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.6
  38. 138Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White HouseMovie · 2017 · 103m · Drama, History, ThrillerThis is the story of Mark Felt, the FBI agent who, as "Deep Throat," secretly aided journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein in their investigation of the Watergate scandal during 1974.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
  39. 139GeniusMovie · 2016 · 104m · History, DramaNew York, 1920s. Max Perkins, a renowned literary editor, is responsible for launching the careers of iconic authors like Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. When a massive, 1,000-page manuscript by an unknown writer arrives on his desk, Perkins believes he has found a true literary prodigy.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5
  40. 140Pawn SacrificeMovie · 2015 · 115m · Thriller, DramaAt the peak of the Cold War, American chess genius Bobby Fischer challenges the Soviet Union, becoming a pawn in the struggle between the two superpowers.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8
  41. 141Mr. TurnerMovie · 2014 · 150m · History, DramaIn his final 25 years, the unconventional British painter J.M.W. Turner embraces life with passion. He secretly develops a relationship with a woman who runs a seaside inn, while his devoted housekeeper harbors a hidden affection for him.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
  42. 142A Beautiful MindMovie · 2001 · 135m · Drama, RomanceJohn Forbes Nash Jr. rises to fame as a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, poised for international recognition after a major discovery. However, accepting a classified cryptography assignment draws him into a shadowy conspiracy. His life spirals into turmoil, forcing him to confront a difficult and deeply personal path toward understanding himself.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9
  43. 143Erin BrockovichMovie · 2000 · 131m · DramaA mother of three, twice divorced, discovers a wrong and decides to fight back against those responsible, ultimately succeeding – with a little confidence. Working for a lawyer, she finds medical records pointing to a pattern of illness in a specific town. Her investigation uncovers a massive cover-up.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  44. 144At Eternity's GateMovie · 2018 · 111m · DramaVincent van Gogh, a celebrated yet deeply troubled artist, spends his last years in Arles, France, creating iconic paintings of the landscapes around him.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0
  45. 145RushMovie · 2013 · 123m · Drama, ActionDuring the 1970s, the intense competition between race car drivers Niki Lauda and James Hunt catapults them to stardom. Their careers are on the rise until a devastating crash puts everything in jeopardy.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7
  46. 146Seven Years in TibetMovie · 1997 · 136m · Adventure, Drama, HistoryDuring World War II, Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer travels to the Himalayas in 1939 seeking adventure. His plans change drastically when war breaks out and he is captured. While imprisoned, Harrer encounters the young Dalai Lama in Tibet. The Dalai Lama's kindness and spiritual teachings profoundly affect Harrer, changing his outlook on life and revealing unexpected friendships and a new way of being. The film follows Harrer’s personal transformation as he confronts hardship and cultural differences, finding solace in an unforeseen place.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
  47. 147Son of the SouthMovie · 2021 · 104m · History, DramaDuring the civil rights movement in Montgomery, Alabama, Bob Zellner, the grandson of a Klansman, faces a critical decision about his place in history. He rejects his family's legacy and the prevailing white Southern way of life to actively oppose social injustice, oppression, and violence, working to transform his community.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5
  48. 148ZenMovie · 2009 · 127m · Drama, HistoryIn the early 1200s, Dogen introduced Chinese Zen philosophy to Japan, founding the Japanese Zen school of Buddhism. He taught that individuals could achieve enlightenment through self-realization via Zazen, a practice involving extended periods of sitting meditation to attain a state of "Mu"—a state of nothingness or empty existence.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  49. 149Victoria & AbdulMovie · 2017 · 112m · Drama, HistoryQueen Victoria develops an unexpected friendship with Abdul Karim, a young clerk from India.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9
  50. 150The TraitorMovie · 2019 · 151m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerPalermo, Sicily, 1980. Mafia boss Tommaso Buscetta plans a move to Brazil with his family to escape the escalating violence between rival factions within the criminal organization. However, after enduring a series of hardships upon his return to Italy, he makes a courageous choice that fundamentally alters his life and the future of Cosa Nostra.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.7
  51. 151Just 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
  52. 152A Sunday HorseMovie · 2016 · 108m · Drama, FamilyFollowing a serious accident on an ordinary horse, a driven rider from a humble background overcomes every obstacle to chase her ambition of winning a national show jumping competition.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3
  53. 153The MauritanianMovie · 2021 · 129m · Drama, ThrillerThis is the true story of Mohamedou Ould Slahi, a Mauritanian man held at the U.S. military's Guantanamo Bay detention center for more than ten years without being charged. He worked with a defense attorney to try and secure his release.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  54. 154UnbrokenMovie · 2014 · 137m · Drama, WarThis is the story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner whose life took a dramatic turn when he was captured by the Japanese during World War II.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4
  55. 155Effie GrayMovie · 2014 · 104m · DramaThis film explores the enigmatic connection between Victorian art critic John Ruskin and his young wife, Effie Gray.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9
  56. 156The Catcher Was a SpyMovie · 2018 · 94m · Drama, War, ThrillerMoe Berg, a former star baseball player, secretly works for the U.S. Office of Strategic Services during World War II in Europe.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
  57. 157Stan & OllieMovie · 2018 · 98m · Comedy, DramaStan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, past their prime, tour Britain and Ireland performing in variety halls. Balancing a demanding schedule, they rely on the support of their wives, Lucille and Ida, who are strong personalities themselves. The duo's shared passion for performing and for each other allows them to connect with their fans and maintain their popularity.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  58. 158Finding AltamiraMovie · 2016 · 97m · Drama, HistoryIn 1879, nine-year-old Maria accompanies her father Marcelino to the then-unknown Altamira cave, where they discover the world's first prehistoric cave paintings.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8
  59. 159Dolemite Is My NameMovie · 2019 · 118m · Drama, Comedy, HistoryThis is the story of Rudy Ray Moore, the man who brought the unforgettable character of Dolemite to life on the big screen in the 1970s.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
  60. 160The OdysseyMovie · 2016 · 122m · Adventure, DramaThis film chronicles approximately thirty years of the remarkable life of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, a pioneering figure known for his groundbreaking work as a filmmaker, researcher, innovator, and passionate conservationist in the underwater world.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  61. 161Mary ShelleyMovie · 2017 · 120m · Romance, DramaThe relationship between poet Percy Shelley and Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin inspired the writing of the enduring novel "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus."IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0
  62. 162ColetteMovie · 2018 · 112m · Drama, HistorySidonie-Gabrielle Colette leaves her rural French home to join her husband, Willy, a celebrated Parisian writer. Willy then persuades Colette to ghostwrite a novel for him. She writes a semi-autobiographical story about a spirited country girl named Claudine, which becomes a huge bestseller and captures the public's imagination. The success of the book makes Colette and Willy prominent figures in Paris, and their experiences inspire more Claudine novels.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9

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