What makes a truly great movie? That's a debate film buffs love to have, but some films stand out as true classics. Prepare for a cinematic adventure as we present our carefully curated and ranked list of the greatest films ever produced. This isn't just any ranking - it's brought to life by movie experts, renowned film critics, and fans just like you.
You know the movies we're talking about - the iconic films that continue to inspire new generations of viewers and filmmakers decades after their release. We're talking about groundbreaking movies that wowed critics and audiences, films so good people are still talking about them many years later - think Oscar winners, Cannes Film Festival favorites, and more.
To create our ranking of the greatest movies of all time, we considered factors like critical acclaim from respected sources, cultural impact measured by global box office returns and viewer polls, cinematic innovation recognized by industry professionals, and standing the test of time. Whether it's Casablanca, Citizen Kane, The Godfather, or newer instant classics like The Matrix, these are the movies that define cinema. We then let everyone vote to determine which movies truly deserve to be called 'the best'.
Film appreciation is personal - what touches one person may not resonate with another. So if your favorite movie isn't on this list, don't worry! You can add it by clicking "rerank" below to create your own list. Or simply vote for the movies you think deserve the title of “greatest film ever.”Whether you're new to the world of cinema or a seasoned movie buff looking for a challenge, this list is for you. Let it inspire you to explore deeper into the captivating world of film. Who knows? Your new favorite movie might be waiting right here. So grab some popcorn - it's time to dive in!
- Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton
- Tom Hanks, Edward Burns, Tom Sizemore
- Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart
- Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise
- Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Scott Glenn
- Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler
- Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum
- Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Crispin Glover
- Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones
- Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler
- Tom Hanks, David Morse, Michael Clarke Duncan
- Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben Affleck
- Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith
- Harrison Ford, Karen Allen, Paul Freeman
- Liam Neeson, Ben Kingsley, Ralph Fiennes
- Clint Eastwood, Eli Wallach, Lee Van Cleef
- Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher
- Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen
- Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler
- Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, Denholm Elliott
- Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles
- 22Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger
- Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis
- Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara
- Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern
- 26Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin
- Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn
- Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher
- Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould
- Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom
- Gregory Peck, Mary Badham, Phillip Alford
- Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz
- Bruce Willis, Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette
- Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman
- Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, John Hurt
- Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan
- 37Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss
- Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd
- Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elliot Page
- Ed Asner, Christopher Plummer, Jordan Nagai
- Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci
- Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Bonnie Bedelia
- Matthew Modine, Adam Baldwin, Vincent D'Onofrio
- John Goodman, Billy Crystal, Mary Gibbs
- Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong
- Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott
- Emilio Estevez, Molly Ringwald, Judd Nelson
- Dustin Hoffman, Tom Cruise, Valeria Golino
- James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore
- Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill
- Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, Steven Bauer
- Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam
- Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson
- Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau, Patrick McGoohan
- Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow
- Matt Damon, Franka Potente, Chris Cooper
- Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke
- Henry Thomas, Dee Wallace, Peter Coyote
- Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Samuel L. Jackson
- Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker