Top 10 highest IMDB-rated movies of all time
The Internet Movie Database, or IMDb, is a website where visitors can rate and discuss movies as well as provide related information. Here are the Top 10 highest IMDB-rated movies of all time.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
IMDB: 9.3
This Frank Darabont-helmed movie, which also stars Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins, recounts the tale of Andy Dufresne, a man who was given a life sentence for the murders of his wife and her lover. Andy makes pals with Red while he is incarcerated, and the two of them plot an escape. Along the road, they assist other prisoners and work to enhance their conditions inside the prison. A touching and inspiring movie, The Shawshank Redemption examines the concepts of friendship, hope, and redemption. It is on the top list among all the highest IMDB-rated movies.
The Godfather (1972)
IMDB: 9.2
The Godfather is one of the highest-rated movies with an IMDB rating of 9.2. The Corleone family is an influential and powerful organized crime family in New York City, and their tale is told in this classic film, in which Francis Ford Coppola directed and starred Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, and Robert Duvall. The father of the family, Vito Corleone, and his son, Michael, are followed in the movie as they negotiate the world of organized crime while attempting to safeguard their family and hold onto their position of authority. A classic crime drama renowned for its endearing characters, stirring performances, and the iconic score is The Godfather.
The Godfather: Part II (1974)
IMDB: 9.1
The Corleone family’s tale is continued in this follow-up to “The Godfather,” which centers on Michael Corleone’s ascent to the position of the family patriarch. Robert De Niro plays a young Vito Corleone in the movie, which also stars an all-star ensemble and examines the themes of loyalty, family, and power.
The Dark Knight (2008)
IMDB: 9.0
The tale of Batman’s attempts to stop the Joker from wreaking havoc on Gotham City is told in this superhero movie, which was directed by Christopher Nolan and stars Christian Bale as Batman and Heath Ledger as the Joker. The movie is renowned for its grimy tone and Ledger’s legendary portrayal of the Joker.
12 Angry Men (1957)
IMDB: 9.0
In this timeless Sidney Lumet production featuring Henry Fonda, a jury deliberates its decision in a murder case. The film examines themes of bias, prejudice, and justice as it follows the twelve jurors as they discuss the evidence and attempt to reach a consensus.
Schindler’s List (1993)
IMDB: 8.9
This Steven Spielberg historical drama recounts the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who helped over 1,000 Polish-Jewish refugees survive the Holocaust. Liam Neeson plays Schindler. The movie is a potent and heartfelt ode to Schindler’s humanity and courage, as well as that of the refugees he assisted in saving.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966)
IMDB: 8.9
Sergio Leone’s classic western film, starring Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, and Eli Wallach, tells the story of three gunslingers competing to find a hidden treasure. The film is remembered for its memorable characters, iconic score, and epic shootouts.
The Lord of the Rings
IMDB: 8.9
The Return of the King (2003) – The final installment in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson and based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel. The film follows Frodo Baggins on his quest to destroy the One Ring and defeat the Dark Lord Sauron, with the help of his friends and fellow Fellowship members. The film is well-known for its spectacular special effects, epic battle scenes, and emotional conclusion.
Pulp Fiction (1994)
IMDB: 8.8
Quentin Tarantino’s cult classic film, directed by Tarantino and starring John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, and Uma Thurman, tells several interconnected stories set in Los Angeles’ criminal underworld. The film is known for its clever dialogue and stylized violence, as well as its memorable cast of characters and an iconic nonlinear narrative structure.
Fight Club (1999)
IMDB: 8.8
The unnamed narrator of this psychological thriller movie, directed by David Fincher and starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, learns about an underground fight club and ultimately gets drawn into a larger scheme to undermine contemporary society. The film, which examines themes of consumerism, anarchy, and masculinity, is renowned for its contentious themes and unexpected conclusion.