New 2024 Movies Based On True Stories
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190 VOTESJeanne 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
- #45 of 84 onThe Best Movies Directed by the Star
- #37 of 81 onThe Best Films Directed By Famous Actors, Ranked
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220 VOTESCabrini spotlights the ambitions and achievements of Italian immigrant Francesca Cabrini as she overcomes hardships to provide for New York City's vulnerable in the late 19th century. Cristiana Dell'Anna leads a cast that includes Giancarlo Giannini and David Morse, with Alejandro Monteverde at the helm of this inspiring biopic.
The film's depiction of Cabrini's entrepreneurial spirit and humanitarian efforts makes for an uplifting true story of hope and perseverance.
More Cabrini- #57 of 90 onThe 85+ Most Inspirational Movies Of All Time
- #49 of 79 onGreat Period Movies Set in the 19th Century
- #103 of 243 onThe Best Movies For Women
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319 VOTESThe tale of a professor's pursuit of the American dream spirals into a web of deceit when a widow's real estate offer seems too good to ignore. With an impressive cast including Peter Dinklage and Shirley MacLaine, the movie will leave you with a sense that the truth is stranger than fiction.
This film serves as a dramatic reminder of how true-life narratives can offer suspenseful and thought-provoking insights into the pursuit of happiness.
More American Dreamer- #636 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #99 of 204 onThe 150+ Best New Comedies Of The Last 5 Years, Ranked
- #75 of 134 onThe Best R-Rated Comedies
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410 VOTESThis faith-based film chronicles the emotional and spiritual journey of a young college student as she confronts her troubled past and seeks reconciliation with her estranged mother. With standout performances from Courtney Bandeko and Krista Morin, the narrative is sensitively directed by Benjamin Ironside Koppin.
Pastor's Kid offers a compelling story of faith, redemption, and healing that resonates with the authenticity of the real experiences behind it.
More Pastor's Kid- #218 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #72 of 72 onThe 70+ Best Mother-Daughter Movies Ever Made
- #67 of 67 onThe Best Movies & TV Shows About Alcohol Addiction
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55 VOTESScrambled delivers a captivating narrative centered on the complexities of modern relationships, with Leah McKendrick heading an impressive ensemble cast that brings authenticity to a story drawn from real-life events. The film's exploration of personal growth and interconnected lives is both humorous and heartrending, showcasing the director's skill in blending drama with a touch of comedy. Audiences will find themselves deeply immersed in the character's struggles and triumphs.
More Scrambled- #175 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #463 of 473 onThe 400+ Best Chick Flicks Ever
- #54 of 82 onThe Greatest Female-Led Comedy Movies
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69 VOTESA young man with synesthesia faces an uncertain future while navigating the pressures of love, family and his Brazilian culture in Newark, N.J.More Música- #468 of 473 onThe 400+ Best Chick Flicks Ever
- #76 of 98 onThe Best Movies with Only One Word for a Title
- #87 of 175 onThe Best Movies About Music
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715 VOTESA struggling hairdresser finds a renewed sense of purpose when she meets a widowed father working hard to care for his two daughters. With his youngest critically ill and waiting for a liver transplant, the fierce woman single-handedly rallies an entire community to help.More Ordinary Angels- #155 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #47 of 87 onThe 80+ Best Father-Daughter Movies
- #75 of 106 onThe 90+ Best Family Drama Movies
- 810 VOTESWhen David Smallbone's music company collapses, he moves his family from Australia to the United States to search for a brighter future. Struggling to make ends meet, the couple soon realize the talents of their children, who go on to become two of the most successful acts in contemporary Christian music.More Unsung Hero
- #86 of 175 onThe Best Movies About Music
- #72 of 138 onThe 120+ Best Movies For 10-Year-Old Kids
- #50 of 51 onThe Best Country Movies, Ranked
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930 VOTESAn intimate look into the life and revolutionary presidential campaign of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black congresswoman in the United States. The powerful performance of Regina King, supported by actors like Lance Reddick and Terrence Howard, brings this inspiring story to life under the direction of John Ridley.
Its true-to-life portrayal offers a significant look at political and social barriers overcome through courage and determination.
More Shirley- #219 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #44 of 85 onGreat Historical Black Movies Based On True Stories
- #206 of 472 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
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1036 VOTESThis intimate cinematic experience offers an evocative exploration of the life of legendary Jamaican reggae artist Bob Marley, from his early struggles to his rise to global stardom. Kingsley Ben-Adir embodies the iconic musician alongside a talented supporting cast, including Lashana Lynch and James Norton, under the direction of Reinaldo Marcus Green.
Bob Marley: One Love celebrates the enduring legacy of Marley's music and his influential journey, capturing the soul of his story and its impact on the world.
More Bob Marley: One Love- #175 of 175 onThe Best Movies About Music
- #42 of 48 onThe Most Inspirational Black Movies
- #66 of 67 onThe Best Movies About Becoming Famous
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1123 VOTESThis heartwarming film tells the story of a competitive athlete and his unexpected canine companion that he meets during a grueling race in the Dominican Republic. Starring Mark Wahlberg, Simu Liu, and a dog named Arthur, the movie is directed by Simon Cellan Jones.
The film resonates as a touching narrative of victory, loyalty, and friendship against all odds, reflecting the real events that inspired it.
More Arthur the King- #85 of 177 onThe Best Animal Movies Of All Time, Ranked
- #42 of 82 onThe 75+ Best Live Action Animal Movies
- #93 of 103 onThe Best Dog Movies to Stream on Amazon Prime Right Now
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124 VOTESAn 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
- #48 of 102 onThe Best Biopics To Watch About Real People
- #58 of 75 onThe Best Drama Films Streaming on Netflix
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134 VOTESIn 1955, five young Mexican-American caddies are determined to learn how to play and create their own golf course in the middle of the South Texas desert.More The Long Game- #207 of 209 onThe Best Sports Movies Ever Made
- #69 of 70 onThe Greatest Sports Drama Movies of All Time
- #73 of 143 onThe 100+ Best Motivational Sports Movies
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146 VOTESA powerful cinematic portrayal of Quawntay "Bosco" Adams, brought to life by a stellar cast including Aubrey Joseph and Nikki Blonsky. This stirring biopic, directed by Nicholas Manuel Pino, captures the spirit of hope that defined Adams's extraordinary journey. The film is a timely tribute to the enduring impact of one man's fight to be with his family.
More Bosco- #358 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- #58 of 59 onThe Best Movies Based on Non-Fiction Books
- #174 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
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157 VOTESIn 1963, Kellogg's and Post, sworn cereal rivals, race to create a pastry that will change the face of breakfast forever.- #701 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #606 of 633 onThe 600+ Funniest Movies Of All Time
- #49 of 84 onThe Best Movies Directed by the Star
- 165 VOTESWhen Leigh's father, Jason, suffers a fall, the courts assign him a guardian named Janet to help. But when Janet takes over every aspect of Jason's life, Leigh must find the strength to take down the guardian and the corrupt system that supports her.More The Bad Guardian
- #76 of 113 onThe 90+ Best Recent Thriller Movies, Ranked
- #89 of 137 onThe 100+ Best New & Recent Drama Films, Ranked
- #70 of 72 onThe Best Lifetime Movies Based on a True Story
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173 VOTESMal is the manager of England's homeless soccer team, taking his players to Rome with the hope of being crowned champions of the Homeless World Cup. He brings with them a talented striker, Vinny, who could give them a real chance at winning.More The Beautiful Game- #208 of 209 onThe Best Sports Movies Ever Made
- #70 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #45 of 80 onThe Best Sports Movies About Coaches
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183 VOTESThis film captures the turbulent emotions of a teenager grappling with her parents' divorce and the looming loss of her home, a narrative that finds her in an unexpected friendship with a victim of theft. Brooklyn Prince and Kelly Reilly breathe life into their characters, driven by director Dean Israelite's vision.
The film is a testament to unexpected friendships that lead to personal transformation, anchored in a poignant true story.
More Little Wing- #239 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #104 of 243 onThe Best Movies For Women
- #11 of 14 onThe Best Paramount+ Original Movies
- 192 VOTESThe true story of Dr. Ming Wang, a Chinese immigrant who defies all odds to become a world-renowned eye surgeon. Dr. Wang sets out to restore the sight of a blind orphan.More Sight
- #75 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #54 of 71 onThe Best Movies About Overcoming Adversity
- #103 of 137 onThe 100+ Best New & Recent Drama Films, Ranked
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This film gives audiences insight into a harrowing episode of a high school community shaken by football players disseminating illicit images of their female peers through a clandestine online network. The ensemble cast, including Keana Lyn and Anthony Timpano, helmed by director Gail Harvey, palpably portrays the urgency and complexity of teen dynamics in the digital age.
Based on actual events, Friday Night Sext Scandal confronts the viewer with the stark realities of privacy invasion and moral accountability in a connected world.
- #217 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #73 of 75 onThe Best Football Movies Of All Time
- #43 of 46 onThe 40+ Best New & Recent Teen Movies, Ranked
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212 VOTESSinger 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
- #67 of 67 onThe Best Movies About Becoming Famous
- #5 of 18 onWhat To Watch This Weekend: 18 Movies and Shows to Watch
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British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and a group of military officials hatch a daring plan to neutralize Hitler's fleet of German U-boats during World War II. Made up of a motley crew of rogues and mavericks, the top-secret combat unit uses unconventional techniques to battle the Nazis and change the course of the war.- #220 of 262 onThe 200+ Best War Movies Of All Time
- #354 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- #57 of 59 onThe Best Movies Based on Non-Fiction Books
- 230 VOTESThe story of competitive swimmer Trudy Ederle, who, in 1926, was the first woman to ever swim across the English Channel.
- #73 of 209 onThe Best Sports Movies Ever Made
- #242 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #82 of 82 onThe Greatest Female-Led Comedy Movies