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- 31Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden
Elton John's incredible life and career are on display in the electrifying musical, Rocketman. John's charisma, talent, and vulnerability are masterfully showcased by Taron Egerton while illustrating his journey from small-town prodigy to global superstar. Director Dexter Fletcher weaves together musical numbers and emotional storytelling to create a unique biopic that entertains and inspires.
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- #89 of 90 onThe 85+ Most Inspirational Movies Of All Time
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- 32Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, Paul Giamatti
The inspiring true story of boxer James J. Braddock is brought to the big screen in Ron Howard's Cinderella Man. Russell Crowe acts as Braddock, a Depression-era pugilist who defies all odds to become a symbol of hope for the struggling nation. Featuring its exciting fight scenes, emotional depth, and powerful performances, Cinderella Man stands tall as a triumphant underdog story.
More Cinderella Man- #38 of 209 onThe Best Sports Movies Ever Made
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- 33John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole
The Last Emperor tells the life story of China's final imperial ruler, Puyi. Directed by Bernardo Bertolucci, the film chronicles Puyi's tumultuous reign, from his childhood ascent to the throne to his eventual imprisonment by the Communist government. With its lush cinematography, grandiose scale, and incredible attention to detail, The Last Emperor is a fascinating exploration of a bygone era.
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- #268 of 399 onThe Best Movies Of The 1980s, Ranked
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- 34Val Kilmer, Meg Ryan, Kevin Dillon
The turbulent life and career of rock vocalist Jim Morrison are showcased in Oliver Stone's The Doors. Val Kilmer plays the band's mystifying frontman, displaying Morrison's charisma, vulnerability, and penchant for chaos. The film offers a raw, unfiltered glimpse into the world of sex, drugs, and rock-'n'-roll that defined the Doors' era.
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- 35Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones, Emily Watson
The extraordinary life of renowned physicist Stephen Hawking is front and center in this biographical drama. Eddie Redmayne Oscar-winning performance as Hawking - with Felicity Jones portraying his devoted wife, Jane - explores their relationship and the challenges they faced as Hawking battled the debilitating effects of ALS. Celebrating the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity, this film documents a great scientist of our time.
- #78 of 90 onThe 85+ Most Inspirational Movies Of All Time
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- 36Jim Carrey, Bob Zmuda, Max Alexander
The life of groundbreaking comedian Andy Kaufman is the central focus of this biopic. Jim Carrey stands-in as Kaufman, acting out the comedian's unique brand of humor and eccentric behavior. The film ventures into Kaufman's career and personal relationships, offering a look into a man who constantly blurred the lines between comedy and reality.
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- 37Hilary Swank, Chloë Sevigny, Peter Sarsgaard
The tragic story of transgender teen Brandon Teena is powerfully portrayed Boys Don't Cry. Hilary Swank's Oscar-winning portrayal as Teena captures the young man who faced unimaginable violence and prejudice because of his gender identity. This deeply affecting film stands as a haunting reminder of the continued struggle for acceptance and understanding faced by the transgender community.
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- 38Johnny Depp, Martin Landau, Sarah Jessica Parker
Tim Burton's quirky biographical comedy, Ed Wood, tells the story of the infamous director known for evolving gothic culture in the American film industry. Johnny Depp's enthusiastic portrayal of Wood brings charm and warmth to the eccentric character, while Martin Landau delivers a memorable performance as Bela Lugosi, the struggling actor who finds an unlikely friendship with Wood.
- 39Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Jon Voight
The legendary boxer Muhammad Ali is brought to life in this exhilarating drama, with Will Smith playing the charismatic sports icon. The film explores pivotal moments in Ali's life, from his early beginnings to his infamous "Rumble in the Jungle" bout with George Foreman. With its thrilling boxing sequences and insightful look at Ali's personal life, this biopic pays tribute to a true trailblazer in the world of sports.
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- 40O'Shea Jackson, Corey Hawkins, Jason Mitchell
The groundbreaking hip-hop group N.W.A. take center stage in the riveting biographical drama, Straight Outta Compton. The film digs into the lives of the group's members, including Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, and Eazy-E, showing their rise to fame and the controversies that followed. Straight Outta Compton immediately cemented its place as a vital look into modern music during its 2015 release, and continues to do so now.
- 41Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Chiwetel Ejiofor
The thrilling true story of notorious drug lord Frank Lucas is brought to life in American Gangster. Denzel Washington acts as Lucas, whose ruthless ambition led to him becoming one of the most powerful men in Harlem during the 1970s. Richie Roberts - portrayed by Russell Crowe - is the determined cop who pursues Lucas' criminal empire, making their intense confrontation a central theme of the film.
More American Gangster- #200 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
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- 42Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake
The meteoric rise of Facebook and its enigmatic creator Mark Zuckerberg is the focus of David Fincher's gripping biographical drama, The Social Network. Jesse Eisenberg's nuanced portrayal of Zuckerberg offers viewers an interesting glimpse into the mind of a genius navigating the complexities of success, friendship, and betrayal. With Aaron Sorkin's razor-sharp screenplay and Fincher's masterful direction, The Social Network remains a significant biopic that chronicles the birth of a social media phenomenon.
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- 43Sean Penn, Emile Hirsch, Josh Brolin
The inspiring life and activism of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in California, is celebrated in the 2008 drama, Milk. Oscar-winning Sean Penn acts as Milk, displaying the politician's charisma, courage, and unwavering commitment to the fight for LGBTQ rights. Directed by Gus Van Sant, Milk stands as a commanding tribute to the importance of equality and justice.
More Milk- #220 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
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- 44Matt Damon, Christian Bale, Jon Bernthal
The thrilling true story of the rivalry between Ford and Ferrari is detailed in the exhilarating biographical drama, Ford v. Ferrari. Christian Bale and Matt Damon star as race car driver Ken Miles and car designer Carroll Shelby, who joined forces to take on the Italian racing giant at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans race. This high-octane film is a powerful salute to the passion and determination that fueled these automotive phenomenons.
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- 45Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy, Kerry Washington
The chilling true story of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin is explored in the gripping biographical drama, The Last King of Scotland. Forest Whitaker supplies a haunting, Oscar-winning performance as the charismatic yet brutal Amin, while James McAvoy portrays a young Scottish doctor who becomes unwittingly entangled in the dictator's regime. The film's exploration of power and corruption arrtibuted to its mark left on the biopic genre.
- #190 of 262 onThe 200+ Best War Movies Of All Time
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- 46Maïwenn, Johnny Depp, Benjamin LavernheJeanne uses her charms and intelligence to climb the social ladder. Against all convention, she becomes one of the favorites of King Louis XV and moves to Versailles.More Jeanne du Barry
- #58 of 73 onThe 70 Best 18th Century Period Movies
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- 47Marisa Abela, Jack O'Connell, Eddie MarsanSinger Amy Winehouse's tumultuous relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil inspires her to write and record the groundbreaking album "Back to Black."More Back to Black
- #88 of 175 onThe Best Movies About Music
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- 48Gillian Anderson, Billie Piper, Rufus SewellAn insider account of how the women of "Newsnight" secured Prince Andrew's infamous 2019 interview about his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.More Scoop
- #108 of 137 onThe 100+ Best New & Recent Drama Films, Ranked
- #58 of 75 onThe Best Drama Films Streaming on Netflix
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- 49Pablo Alarson, Tizoc Arroyo, Roberto CavazosThe life of iconic artist Frida Kahlo, told through her own words from diaries, letters, essays, and interviews.More Frida
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- 50Daniel Day-Lewis, Pete Postlethwaite, Emma ThompsonIn the Name of the Father, a gripping drama based on true events, unfolds the story of Gerry Conlon (Daniel Day-Lewis), an Irishman wrongfully accused. He's caught in the web of the Guildford Pub Bombings, a notorious IRA act in 1974. Together with his father Giuseppe (Pete Postlethwaite), they face the wrath of British justice. Directed by Jim Sheridan, this film won several award nominations including seven Oscars. The plot swirls around their fight for truth and freedom, exposing deep-seated corruption within the system. It's a tale of resilience, underlining human spirit against all odds.
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- 51Philip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener, Clifton Collins
Philip Seymour Hoffman stands-in as author Truman Capote in the biopic drama, Capote. The film explores Capote's research and writing of his true-crime masterpiece In Cold Blood, detailing the chilling bond he formed with the convicted murderers he chronicled. With its enchanting storyline and memorable casting, Capote remains an insightful analysis of the creative process and its emotional toll.
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- 52Emile Hirsch, Marcia Gay Harden, William Hurt
Adventurer Christopher McCandless and his personal journey is at the forefront in Sean Penn's Into the Wild. Emile Hirsch acts as McCandless, who abandons society in search of freedom and self-discovery. The film's breathtaking visuals and exploration of the human spirit make it a moving tribute to one man's quest for meaning and connection.
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- 53John Lloyd Young, Erich Bergen, Michael LomendaIn the 1960s, four scrappy young men from New Jersey -- Frankie Valli (John Lloyd Young), Bob Gaudio (Erich Bergen), Nick Massi (Michael Lomenda) and Tommy DeVito (Vincent Piazza) -- have the magic sound that propels them from singing under streetlights to singing in spotlights. With songs like "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry" and "Walk Like a Man," the quartet finds itself at the top of the charts. However, personal and professional problems threaten to tear the group apart.
- 54Daniel Day-Lewis, Ray McAnally, Brenda FrickerNo one expects much from Christy Brown (Daniel Day-Lewis), a boy with cerebral palsy born into a working-class Irish family. Though Christy is a spastic quadriplegic and essentially paralyzed, a miraculous event occurs when, at the age of 5, he demonstrates control of his left foot by using chalk to scrawl a word on the floor. With the help of his steely mother (Brenda Fricker) -- and no shortage of grit and determination -- Christy overcomes his infirmity to become a painter, poet and author.More My Left Foot
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- 55Cristiana Dell'Anna, Romana Maggiora Vergano, David MorseArriving in New York City in 1889, Italian immigrant Francesca Cabrini is greeted by disease, crime and impoverished children. She soon sets off on a daring mission to convince the mayor to secure housing and health care for society's most vulnerable. With broken English and poor health, Cabrini uses her entrepreneurial mind to build an empire of hope unlike anything the world has ever seen.More Cabrini
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- 56Jerry Seinfeld, Melissa McCarthy, Jim GaffiganIn 1963, Kellogg's and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever.
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- 57Regina King, Lance Reddick, Terrence HowardThe story of the first Black congresswoman, Shirley Chisholm, and her trailblazing run for president of the United States.More Shirley
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- 58Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Jon Bernthal, Niecy Nash
The life and career of Charles Darwin are explored in the 2023 film Origin. Paul Bettany is casted as the groundbreaking scientist, whose theory of evolution sparked controversy and challenged the beliefs of his time. The film offers a look into the personal struggles and intellectual debate that shaped one of history's most influential thinkers.
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- 59Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Justin TherouxRuth Bader Ginsburg is a struggling attorney and new mother who faces adversity and numerous obstacles in her fight for equal rights. When Ruth takes on a groundbreaking tax case with her husband, attorney Martin Ginsburg, she knows it could change the direction of her career and the way the courts view gender discrimination.More On the Basis of Sex
- 60Natalie Portman, Peter Sarsgaard, Greta GerwigAfter her husband's assassination, Jackie Kennedy's (Natalie Portman) world is completely shattered. Traumatized and reeling with grief, over the course of the next week she must confront the unimaginable: consoling their two young children, vacating the home she painstakingly restored, and planning her husband's funeral. Jackie quickly realizes that the next seven days will determine how history will define her husband's legacy - and how she herself will be remembered.
