Websites dedicated to individual movies are listed here, generally by the title of each film.
Often, a production company will establish a website to promote a movie shortly before its release, but not renew the domain or maintain the site after the film has been out for a time, while others are available for years.
Below is a list of the 25 most popular English-language movies of all time, although sources may differ and you may disagree. You've probably heard of most, if not all, of them.
1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994) - A moving prison drama about hope and friendship, following Andy Duefesne's decades-long quest for freedom.
2. The Godfather (1972) - Francis Ford Coppola's mafia epic chronicling the Corleone family's rise and moral decay.
3. The Dark Knight (2008) - Christopher Nolan's gritty superhero masterpiece, anchored by Heath Ledger's legendary Joker.
4. The Godfather Part II (1974) - A rare sequel that equals its predecessor, weaving Michael Corleone's reign with Vito's origin story.
5. 12 Angry Men (1957) - A tense courtroom drama where one juror's doubt sparks a battle for justice.
6. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) - The sweeping conclusion to Tolkien's fantasy saga, crowned with 11 Oscars.
7. Schindler's List (1993) - Steven Spielberg's harrowing Holocaust tale of one man's mission to save lives.
8. Pulp Fiction (1994) - Quentin Tarantino's nonlinear crime classic, brimming with pop culture and razor-sharp dialogue.
9. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) - The beginning of the epic quest to destroy the One Ring.
10. Forrest Gump (1994) - A heartfelt odyssey through American history, seen through the eyes of a simple man with an extraordinary life.
11. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) - The middle chapter of the trilogy, famed for the Battle of Helm's Deep.
12. Fight Club (1999) - A dark, anarchic exploration of identity, consumerism, and rebellion.
13. Inception (2010) - A mind-bending heist through layers of dreams, blending action with philosophical intrigue.
14. Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980) - The darker, more complex middle act of the original Star Wars trilogy.
15. The Matrix (1999) - A genre-defining sci-fi action film questioning reality itself.
16. Goodfellas (1990) - Martin Scorsese's electrifying chronicle of mob life, based on a true story.
17. Interstellar (2014) - A visually stunning space epic exploring love, time, and survival.
18. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) - A rebellious patient challenges the oppressive rules of a mental institution.
19. It's a Wonderful Life (1946) - A timeless holiday classic about the value of one man's life.
20. Se7en (1995) - A chilling crime thriller where two detectives hunt a serial killer using the seven deadly sins.
21. The Silence of the Lambs (1991) - A gripping psychological thriller featuring Hannibal Lecter's unnerving brilliance.
22. Saving Private Ryan (1998) - A visceral World War II drama known for its unflinching D-Day sequence.
23. The Green Mile (1996) - A supernatural prison drama about compassion, justice, and miracles.
24. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) - A groundbreaking sci-fi action sequel with revolutionary visual effects.
25. Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) - The film that launched a galaxy-spanning saga and redefined blockbuster cinema.
These twenty-five movies have transcended their release dates to become cultural touchstones. They combine unforgettable performances, innovative filmmaking, and themes that resonate with viewers across generations.
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