Play 'Seen It Or Not' With These Movies And We’ll Reveal The Perfect Show To Watch
- by W. Aloysius
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Who doesn't love popping on a film and relaxing for a while? After all, there are few things life that are more enjoyable than being sucked into a film that is captivating and interesting. There are a number of films out there that have completely changed the game throughout the years, and people that even watch the occasional film will usually take the time to watch the ones that people can't stop talking about. Because of this, some films are able to make billions of dollars at the box office, and they can make a pretty penny once the films are released for purchase as well.
The popularity of film is something that is worldwide, and even when traveling abroad, it is always interesting to stroll by a cinema to see people getting their tickets with the hopes of watching something that they are going to enjoy. Many people know the type of movies that they enjoy watching, and these will be the films that they spend their money on at the theater. However, some films outside the norm command respect and lure in people.
Today, we are bringing 50 popular movies into the fold to see how many people have taken the time to watch them over the years. Some are classics, and some may have been forgotten.
Batman & Robin
In recent years, fans have been spoiled with superhero films, but those of us that are older remember a time when these movies were still figuring things out. This film came out back in the 90s, and it was ultimately the end for the original run of Batman films. Thankfully, the next set of films would give way to The Dark Knight. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Avatar
People knew that this film was going to be something different when it was released into theaters, and it wound up becoming a spectacle that needed to be seen to be believed. It wound up making more money than any other movie in history, and there are several sequels that are slated to be released into theaters in the coming years. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Interstellar
The previews for this film alone were more than enough to get people interested, and once word of mouth spread after the film’s first weekend, people knew they had to get to theaters and see it. It is a great movie that gives way to some interesting concepts, and people that saw it on the big screen were treated to a visual masterpiece. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Burn After Reading
This film is one that many people tend to look over, but we can guarantee that it is one that can please pickier moviegoers out there. It has everything needed in terms of both comedy and drama, and the characters that were introduced in this film have been appreciated by the people that have taken the time to watch it. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Star Wars: A New Hope
This was the film that got the ball rolling on what many consider to be the most important film franchise of all time, and it remains incredible to watch after all these decades. It allowed the world to glimpse into a distant galaxy, and it was instrumental in the sci-fi genre reaching another level of popularity with the mainstream fans. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Creed
The Rocky franchise is one that has been around for decades, and while it was able to do some incredible things over the years, people knew that it was time for someone else to step up and take the lead. Creed was released at just the right time to become a huge hit with people, and it proved to be just what the franchise needed. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
The Harry Potter franchise had been thriving for years before the announcement of these films, and people were hoping that they would expand on the original story and give fans another view of things. The first two films of this franchise have been able to haul in some impressive numbers, and there is anticipation of a third one being made. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
The Star Wars prequel trilogy was one of the most anticipated film events of all time, and there were people camping out in front of movie theaters to see them on the day they debuted. The first film in that trilogy, The Phantom Menace, was one that introduced the world to younger versions of some truly beloved characters, though it also gave us Jar-Jar Binks. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Django Unchained
Quentin Tarantino has been doing incredible work since the 90s, and many people felt that Django Unchained was going to be another huge hit for the director. After it was released, it would go on to make a bounty at the box office, and it has since gone down as one of Tarantino’s best. Jamie Foxx and Leonardo DiCaprio were great in this film. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Dunkirk
Christopher Nolan is one of the best directors in the world today, and after people saw him make a Batman trilogy, they could not wait to see what he would do next. Eventually, Nolan would be the man behind the film Dunkirk, and in true Christopher Nolan fashion, it went on to receive a ton of acclaim from critics and fans. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
The leading performers in this film had all shown themselves to be great on their own, and once they came together for this hilarious film, they were able to work well together to bring the script to life. The story itself is one that is packed with some relatable themes, and the performances here helped push it over the edge. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Forrest Gump
This film is not only considered to be one of the best of the 90s, but it is considered to be one of the best ever made. Tom Hanks was nothing short of sublime in the lead role, and seeing the kid from Alabama has a hand in some of the most important events in human history made for some excellent film watching. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Avengers: Infinity War
Infinity War was the culmination of 10 years worth of films from Marvel, and it would use good reviews and a wealth of anticipation to make over $2 billion at the box office. It was able to balance multiple stories at the same time all throughout, and it was able to set the stage for Avengers: Endgame, which comes out in April. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Home Alone
Utilizing on of the best child stars of all time and a script that called for some memorable scenes, this film was able to become a massive hit and spawn several sequels in the process. Many people consider this to be a Christmas movie, but others can pop it on at any point in the year and enjoy it just fine. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
The Hunger Games
Films based on popular books can sometimes go on to become massively popular around the world, but they can also fall short and be unable to catch on with anyone. Thankfully, this franchise wound up generating a considerable amount of money, and it was the perfect launching point for a number of great performers that have gone on to do great things. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Inception
Largely considered to be one of the most confusing movies of its era, people have tried to unravel this mystery for quite some time. Whether a person can fully understand it or not, this film has so much to love about it, and watching it multiple times will reveal little things all throughout that may have been missed the first time around. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Interview With the Vampire
Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt came together to bring this amazing film to life, and while both men have been able to have incredible runs in the entertainment industry, this film remains one of the best that either man has done. They gave great performances here, and it is a film that can still be enjoyed by people after all this time. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl
Disney was hoping that Pirates of the Caribbean would be successful on the big screen, and they got far more than they bargained for when it ended up becoming one of the biggest film franchises of all time. Johnny Depp was brilliant as Captain Jack Sparrow, and the attractions in Disney parks all had elements from the film added to them. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Jerry Maguire
Tom Cruise has seemingly no end of incredible films under his belt, and this film is easily one of his best. It is a film that is filled with an incredible amount of catchy lines, and people rushed to theaters to see it when it was released. Those that have yet to watch this film should stop what they are doing and watch it immediately. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
After the original Jumanji film came out in the 90s and went on to become a huge hit, people were unsure about this film and how it would end up being without the talents of Robin Williams. Over $900 million later, and it is safe to say that people enjoyed every second of this flick. A sequel to this movie is currently being made. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Keanu
This hilarious romp featured two performers that did some solid things on television before making their way to the big screen. They already had the right chemistry with one another, and seeing them in this film wound up being funnier than anyone could have predicted. It is silly, but it can make virtually any person laugh with some of its best scenes. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Kubo and the Two Strings
Disney may be the best of the bunch when it comes to animated films, but there are a number of films that have come out over the years that have challenged Disney’s place at the top. This flick is one that people quickly fell in love with, and it is one that has a number of incredible aspects to it. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Little Miss Sunshine
This lovable film is one that has tons of emotional highs and lows, and while some may consider it to be a comedy, those that have seen it know that there are some tense moments all throughout. It has a talented cast that was able to come together to bring the script to life. The adults are great, but Olive is the one that steals the show here. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
The Wolf of Wall Street
Leonardo DiCaprio is a rare example of someone that can continuously land roles in incredible films, and this film is one of his best, which is truly saying something. Not only did it feature a phenomenal cast, but that fact that it was based on true events helped people get sucked into the film and enjoy every second of it. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Bridesmaids
Assembling a number of comedic performers is something that can be beneficial for any film, and the women that took the lead in this picture all did a great job in their roles. They continue to be among the funniest women in the business today, and this film wound up giving people plenty of hilarious phrases to use in their own lives. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Nightcrawler
Jake Gyllenhall is a tremendous performer that has shown a willingness to take on a variety of roles over the years, and people wanted to see how things would play out in this darker feature. Not only did the film receive a number of positive reviews, but people noted that the lead performer had truly taken his abilities to another level. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
It
The original version of this film was one that scared the pants off people for years, so needless to say, there was a lot for this version to live up to. Once it was released, people quickly fell in love with it, and it would go on to make a fortune at the box office. The second part to this story is going to be one for the books. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Pineapple Express
James Franco and Seth Rogen showed the world that they were the perfect comedic team when this comedic masterpiece hit theaters, and it would quickly become a smash hit with fans. Even though it had some drama and a ton of action, people keep coming back to this film to appreciate its more comedic moments, of which there are plenty. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Pitch Perfect
The premise of this movie was relatively simple, and the music that was featured in it had already proven to be successful with audiences. With these elements coming to life by way of a talented cast, the world was simply not ready for this film. Once word got out, people couldn’t help but watch it on repeat and go to theaters for the sequels. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Pulp Fiction
Pulp Fiction is one of the best movies ever made, and the cast in this film all benefitted greatly from their time in front of the camera. From start to finish, this film does all the little things right, and people have been singing its praises since it was released. The 90s was a masterful decade for film, and this is the cream of the crop. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
The Lion King
Animated movies don’t get much bigger than this one here, and it has continued to be loved and adored by people around the world. It came out during a period in which Disney could do no wrong, and with the live-action version set to hit theaters in 2019, expect this timeless story to take the world by storm once again. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Red Sparrow
Jennifer Lawrence can do just about anything asked of her in front of the camera, and while she has excelled in franchise films, people have made sure to tune in to other projects that she has taken part in. For this film, Lawrence was looking to do something a little different from the norm, and plenty of people enjoyed it. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Ride Along
Ice Cube and Kevin Hart came together for this film and proved to be an incredible duo in front of the camera. Their contrasting styles were able to work well with one another, and the film’s success ultimately gave way to a sequel. People would be down to see these two men come together for another project in the future. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Sausage Party
Some animated films are geared towards more mature audiences, and there was not a single scene in this film that was meant for younger eyes. From start to finish, this film was not afraid to say and do things that would make certain people squirm, and for this reason, many people loved it and were willing to come back for more. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
She's Out of My League
Watching this movie proved to be a relatable experience for many people, and seeing this guy go through the gauntlet throughout the film was something that was hilarious to see. The lead actor in this film had done some great comedic work during his time in the business, and he has truly excelled in voice acting roles in major movies. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Shutter Island
People were told that the twist in this movie was going to be one that left them stunned, and yet, some people still weren’t ready for what was in store during this flick. It was filled with a talented cast that played their roles to perfection, and the twist at the end is only given away by the clues found watching it for a second time. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Sin City
Based on the graphic novel, this film was able to do things a bit differently and find a great deal of success on the big screen. There are a number of things to like about this movie, and while many people were clamoring for a sequel, they were forced to wait a great deal of time for one to come out. People should give this movie a watch at least once. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Captain America: Civil War
The MCU has been chugging along with few hiccups along the way, and their incorporation of famous Marvel characters has helped it in getting over with huge audiences. Captain America: Civil War saw these heroes coming to a head after something drove them apart, and it also introduced Spider-Man into the MCU, which was something people had been calling for. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Step Brothers
The two men in this film had worked with each other in the past, so people already knew that they were going to bring the laughs in this film. What they didn’t expect, however, was just how great this movie was going to be. For each man, this film might be the best they have done, and it is one that is quoted by people virtually every day. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Straight Outta Compton
People genuinely love to hit theaters to see biopic films of their favorite figures from history, and anticipation was high when it was announced that this group was getting their own film. It would go on to be better than expected, and the people cast as the members of the group were all incredible in their respective roles. This is one of the better biopics out there. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Ted
Ted is the perfect example of what happens when a comedy film is allowed to say and do practically whatever it wants, and this is something that ultimately benefitted the flick. From one scene to the next, this movie had no shortage of hilarious moments, and people can still be heard quoting this flick to this very day, which is truly impressive. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
The Departed
Even though many people are quick to point out that this film is based on another, millions of people have enjoyed it ever since it was released. It boasts one of the best casts that have ever been featured in a film, and the cat and mouse story that unfolds throughout the film makes for a viewing experience that is engaging. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
The Greatest Showman
Musicals have been able to succeed on the big screen for years now, and every once in a while, one can come along and make a ton of cash while giving the world a great soundtrack as well. The Greatest Showman had a lot to love about it on the big screen, and the soundtrack gave people something to sink their teeth into at home. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
The Revenant
The Revenant proved to be the film that finally got Leonardo DiCaprio his Academy Award, and seeing him give his acceptance speech was something that people had been waiting for. This film was intense from the very beginning, and while DiCaprio was sublime, the other performers in this film were nothing short of remarkable. Fans of film in general will love this movie. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
How to Train Your Dragon
Getting the ball rolling on a franchise in the world of animation is something that is difficult to pull off, but this film had everything needed to succeed and more. After its initial success, there have been sequels that have done big business as well, and the latest installment in this franchise was just released into theaters. It should be the conclusion of the overall story. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Trainwreck
Featuring Amy Schumer, Bill Hader and John Cena, Trainwreck was a film that came along at just the right time to become a success in its own right. Schumer was at the top of her game during this film, and the supporting cast proved to be a great balance to the film as well. Of course, having LeBron James in the film didn’t hurt. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Tron: Legacy
Tron: Legacy had a lot of expectations to live up to, considering how important the first film was to the advancement of CGI in film, and the previews made sure to let people know that they were going to be in for a wild ride. Thankfully, this film was visually stunning and proved to be a success at the box office once it finally hit theaters. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Waiting...
This film was made for every person that ever had to hold down a job in the food industry, and it was also made for people that love to be mean to those that are dishing up their meals. There is hardly a scene in this movie that goes by where people aren’t laughing, and it has remained as loved and as relevant as ever. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Walk the Line
Johnny Cash is one of the greatest performers in the history of music, and seeing his biopic on the big screen helped clue people into the life that he lived. Joaquin Phoenix was incredible as the legendary Cash, and what he was able to do with his singing was something that helped the soundtrack to this film exceed all expectations. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
Zack and Miri
Kevin Smith had been doing his thing in the business for some time before he unleashed this picture to the masses, and in true Kevin Smith style, this film was as funny and witty as anything out at the time. Some familiar faces came back into the fold during this movie, and it also taught the world something new about cake frosting. Checking this movie off the list will help us determine which television series will be the perfect one to watch! (IMDB)
