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The Simpsons Movie2007 • 87 min • Budget $75M • Box office $527MAnimation, Comedy, FamilyWhen Homer Simpson inadvertently contaminates Springfield's water, the Environmental Protection Agency seals the town inside a massive dome, and the Simpsons are branded as fugitives.
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2001: A Space Odyssey1968 • 149 min • Budget $12M • Box office $71MScience Fiction, Mystery, AdventureWhen humans discover an enigmatic object hidden beneath the moon's surface, they embark on a quest to determine its origin, enlisting the aid of HAL 9000, the most sophisticated computer available.8.08.30+
Twelve Monkeys1995 • 129 min • Budget $29M • Box office $168MScience Fiction, Thriller, MysteryInvestigative journalist Chris Morris fearlessly examines Britain's most troubling issues, revealing societal problems with sharp detail. The documentary series confronts difficult subjects like animal cruelty, drug abuse, sex scandals, and political corruption.…7.68.017+
Brazil1985 • 143 min • Budget $15M • Box office $9MComedy, Science FictionSam Lowry is a bored bureaucrat who escapes his dull life through vivid daydreams of being a heroic savior. While investigating the wrongful arrest and death of an innocent man, instead of…7.77.817+
Mars Attacks!1996 • 106 min • Budget $70M • Box office $101MComedy, Fantasy, Science FictionThis film follows three teenagers – Berg, Pete, and Sharon – as they navigate the challenges of growing up. Relying on each other through personal struggles and shared experiences, they form a…6.46.413+
Before Sunrise1995 • 101 min • Budget $2M • Box office $5MDrama, RomanceTwo strangers meet on a train traveling through Europe. An unexpected connection forms between them, leading them to spontaneously decide to spend an evening together in Vienna. Aware their time together is…8.08.117+
Dirty Dancing1987 • 100 min • Budget $6M • Box office $214MDrama, Music, RomanceSet in the picturesque Catskills, the film centers on 17-year-old Frances "Baby" Houseman and her family's typical summer vacation. Her routine changes when Baby is captivated by a dance performance at a…7.37.113+
Donnie Darko2001 • 114 min • Budget $4M • Box office $7MFantasy, Drama, MysteryFollowing a close call in a strange accident, a troubled teenager begins experiencing vivid visions of a giant rabbit. The rabbit seems to control him, leading him to commit a series of…7.88.017+
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon2000 • 120 min • Budget $17M • Box office $213MAdventure, Drama, ActionTwo warriors hunting a stolen sword and a dangerous escapee find themselves guided to the daughter of a headstrong, athletic teenage nobleman who is facing a pivotal moment in her life.7.47.813+
48 Hrs.1982 • 96 min • Budget $12M • Box office $78MCrime, Action, ComedyA jaded police detective is partnered with a sarcastic ex-con released from prison for a special assignment. They must work together to hunt a ruthless killer through the city. The unlikely pair…6.76.917+
Star Trek: The Motion Picture1979 • 131 min • Budget $44M • Box office $139MScience Fiction, Adventure, MysteryA mysterious alien force attacks the Klingon Empire, destroying three of their strongest warships. This event leads to Captain James T. Kirk returning to command the U.S.S. Enterprise, which has been upgraded…6.56.40+
Velociraptor2014 • 95 minAs the world collapses around them, two close friends wander the streets of their city, discussing intimate details of their lives. One friend confesses they have never had sex.5.16.1
High Fidelity2000 • 113 min • Budget $30M • Box office $47MDrama, Comedy, RomanceWhen his girlfriend ends their relationship, a 30-year-old record store owner tries to figure out why he struggles with romance by reflecting on his most memorable past breakups. He shares his stories…7.17.417+
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory1971 • 99 min • Budget $3M • Box office $4MFamily, Fantasy, ComedyIn early 1980s Brooklyn, Chris, a typical teenager, carries significant responsibility as the oldest of three siblings. His parents move the family to a new neighborhood for better opportunities, forcing Chris to…7.57.80+
Beverly Hills Cop1984 • 105 min • Budget $14M • Box office $316MComedy, Crime, ActionDetroit police officer Axel Foley is known for bending the rules. However, when his close friend is killed, he travels to Beverly Hills to investigate, using his unique methods to solve the…7.27.417+
The Big Lebowski1998 • 117 min • Budget $15M • Box office $47MComedy, CrimeJeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski is a relaxed Los Angeles resident who enjoys bowling and White Russians. His life takes a bizarre turn when a group of thugs break into his apartment, mistaking…7.88.117+
The King of Comedy1982 • 109 min • Budget $19M • Box office $2MDrama, ComedyThis dark comedy tells the story of Rupert Pupkin, an ambitious comedian determined to achieve stardom. He becomes fixated on a successful talk-show host who craves a quiet life. Driven by his…7.87.86+
Terminator 2: Judgment Day1991 • 137 min • Budget $102M • Box office $517MAction, Thriller, Science FictionA decade after the original film, humanity confronts a new war against machines. John Connor, now the leader of the rebellion, is once again targeted for destruction by the machines. The resistance…8.28.617+
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End2007 • 169 min • Budget $300M • Box office $961MAdventure, Fantasy, ActionWill Turner and Elizabeth Swann team up with Captain Barbossa, who has returned, to rescue Jack Sparrow from Davy Jones' Locker. They face perilous journeys, numerous enemies, and must ultimately decide where…7.37.213+
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes1953 • 91 min • Budget $2M • Box office $5MComedy, RomanceLorelei Lee, a captivating showgirl with big dreams, gets engaged to the wealthy Gus Esmond. But as their wedding approaches, Gus's father, the stern Esmond Sr., disapproves. Suspecting Lorelei's motives regarding his…7.37.1
Evil Dead II1987 • 84 min • Budget $3M • Box office $10MHorror, Comedy, FantasyAsh Williams and his girlfriend, Linda, go on a weekend trip to a secluded cabin. Their peaceful getaway turns terrifying when they find a hidden log cabin with a voice recording from…7.57.617+
This Morning1993 • 81 min • Budget $11M • Box office $21MFantasy, Horror, ComedyAsh, an ordinary department store worker, is suddenly transported to medieval England. He's equipped with modern weapons like a shotgun and chainsaw, and must survive in a dangerous new world. He meets…7.37.417+
It Happened One Night1934 • 105 min • Budget $325K • Box office $4MComedy, RomanceA wealthy heiress escapes her sheltered life for independence and excitement, connecting with a sharp, unconventional reporter. They make a pact: he won't expose her secret, and she'll give him exclusive stories…7.88.1
Flash Gordon1936 • 245 min • Budget $350KScience Fiction, Action, AdventureHumanity faces destruction when a collision course with the planet Mongo is revealed. As panic spreads, Flash Gordon, a young hero, is tasked with a dangerous mission to stop Mongo. He travels…6.46.9
Flesh Gordon1974 • 90 min • Budget $700KComedy, Science FictionWhen Emperor Wang of Planet Porno uses his "Sex Ray" to turn Earth's population into sexually obsessed beings, only one man can stop him: football player Flesh Gordon. With the help of…4.74.817+
Ghostbusters II1989 • 108 min • Budget $37M • Box office $215MComedy, FantasyFive years after their famous battle in New York City, the original Ghostbusters are struggling. No longer celebrated, they've had to take on odd jobs just to survive. But when Dana Barrett,…6.66.66+
Young Frankenstein1974 • 106 min • Budget $2M • Box office $86MComedy"Tatort" is a long-running crime series from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, broadcast on ARD, ORF, and SF1. The show explores crime across these European countries, offering a look into different communities while…7.98.06+
Duck Soup1933 • 68 minComedy, WarAmidst economic collapse, the nation of Freedonia installs a new leader: Rufus T. Firefly. As president and dictator, he proposes a daring solution to revive the country: declaring war on Sylvania, their…7.37.7
Little Shop of Horrors1986 • 94 min • Budget $25M • Box office $53MHorror, ComedySeymour Krelborn, an orphaned young man with big dreams, works at Mushnik's flower shop in a tough part of town. He secretly cares for Audrey Fulquard, another employee struggling with hardship. Their…7.07.113+
The Frighteners1996 • 110 min • Budget $30M • Box office $29MHorror, ComedyAfter a devastating car accident that killed his wife, Frank Bannister, a former architect, becomes an exorcist. He believes this newfound ability to drive out evil spirits stems from the tragedy, but…6.97.117+
Overboard1987 • 112 min • Budget $22M • Box office $26MComedy, RomanceWealthy Joanna Stayton hires carpenter Dean Proffitt to build a closet on her yacht. When she refuses to pay him fully, Dean decides to get even. Their lives become complicated when Joanna…6.86.96+
After Hours1985 • 97 min • Budget $4M • Box office $10MComedy, Thriller, DramaPaul Hackett's routine office life in uptown Manhattan becomes stifling, so he seeks excitement downtown. A connection on a dating app leads to a spontaneous meeting with a stranger. The night takes…7.57.617+
Steel Magnolias1989 • 117 min • Budget $15M • Box office $95MDrama, ComedyIn a quiet Louisiana town, a young beautician seeks a fresh start. She takes a job at the local salon, which seems ordinary but hides a strong community of women with deep…7.27.36+
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Beautiful Thing1996 • 92 min • Box office $1MComedy, Drama, RomanceOn a scorching summer in Thamesmead, a large estate in Southeast London, the lives of three teenagers become connected as they deal with the difficulties of becoming adults. This moving story about…7.27.617+
The Astronaut Lovers2024 • 116 minComedy, Drama, RomancePedro goes to Argentina for a vacation at his uncle's house and reconnects with Maxi, a friend from his childhood. Maxi is surprised to learn that Pedro is gay. When Maxi discovers…8.17.1—
Sleepwalkers1992 • 89 min • Budget $15M • Box office $30MHorror, Fantasy, ThrillerIn the quiet town of Travis, Indiana, a mother and son, Charles Brady and Mary, are sleepwalkers – part of an ancient group who need to draw life-force from people to live.…6.05.417+
The Silence1963 • 95 minDrama, RomanceOn the brink of war in Europe, Ester, a woman grappling with a serious illness, her sister Anna, and Anna's son Johan find refuge in a nearly empty hotel. The three women…7.57.717+
Bowfinger1999 • 97 min • Budget $55M • Box office $98MComedyBobby Bowfinger is a dreamer struggling with money as he desperately wants to make his perfect movie. Refusing to give up, he comes up with a wild plan for his masterpiece. He…6.26.513+
Never Been Kissed1999 • 107 min • Budget $25M • Box office $84MRomance, Comedy, DramaJosie Geller, an ambitious junior copywriter at the Chicago Sun-Times, is tasked with a special assignment: going undercover as a high school student to study modern teenage culture. With her brother Rob's…6.26.013+
Friendship2025 • 100 min • Budget $2M • Box office $16MComedyCraig, a suburban father, develops a strong attraction to his charming new neighbor, Austin. His efforts to forge a friendship with Austin put both of their lives at risk.6.46.617+
The Dungeon Master2011 • 14 minShane and his friends decide to relive their younger days with a Dungeons and Dragons game. However, their nostalgic session takes an unexpected turn when a person dressed in a cape appears.6.08.417+
Firefly2025 • 9 minThe film centers on an elderly man reflecting on a brief romance that profoundly impacted him, only to disappear completely.10.0—
Lupin the Third: Search for the Queen's Necklace!2015A musical by the Takarazuka Revue. In modern-day France, a major exhibition at the Palace of Versailles features Marie Antoinette's necklace. The necklace was central to a historical fraud and later disappeared,…8.0—
Ticks1993 • 85 min • Budget $2MHorror, Science FictionIn Northern California, a group of young people seeking respite at a peaceful campsite face a terrifying ordeal. Their camping trip becomes a nightmare when they are attacked by mutant insects, born…5.75.517+
