What is arguably the best movie?

While "best" is subjective, The Godfather (1972) is frequently ranked as the greatest film by critics and audiences. Other top contenders often cited by experts and organizations include Citizen Kane (1941), Casablanca (1942), The Shawshank Redemption (1994), and Seven Samurai (1954).
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What are considered some of the best movies ever?

How many have you seen?
  • Citizen Kane (1941) Citizen Kane (1941) ...
  • Casablanca (1942) Casablanca (1942) ...
  • The Godfather (1972) The Godfather (1972) ...
  • Gone with the Wind (1939) Gone with the Wind (1939) ...
  • Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Lawrence of Arabia (1962) ...
  • The Wizard of Oz (1939) The Wizard of Oz (1939)
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Who was the first actor to get $1,000,000 for a movie?

Elizabeth Taylor is generally recognized as the first actress to be paid $1 million for a single movie role, which she received for starring in the 1963 film Cleopatra. While earlier stars like Mary Pickford earned million-dollar contracts, Taylor's Cleopatra salary is widely cited as the first for a single film. Marlon Brando is often cited as the first male actor to break the $1 million threshold, for Mutiny on the Bounty (1962).
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Which 3 movies got 17 Oscars?

The Lord of the Rings trilogy won a combined 17 Oscars—4 by The Fellowship of the Ring, 2 by The Two Towers, and a historic 11 (including the Oscars for best picture and best director) by The Return of the King.
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Is there a movie called The Best of the Best?

Best of the Best is a 1989 American sports film directed by Robert Radler, and produced by Phillip Rhee, who also co-wrote the story and co-stars in the film.
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What is arguably the best film of the decade?

What was Audie Murphy's last movie before he died?

A Time For Dying marksa farewell for both producer Audie Murphy and director Budd Boettticher.
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What is the #1 best movie?

There is no single "best" movie, but The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is frequently ranked #1 on IMDb's Top 250 list based on viewer ratings. Critical polls often favor Citizen Kane (1941) or The Godfather (1972), while the 2022 Sight and Sound poll named Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles as the best.
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What movie won all 11 Oscars?

Only three movies in history have won 11 Academy Awards—the record for most wins by a single film:
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What is the biggest Oscar upset ever?

15 Most Shocking Oscars Upsets Of All Time
  1. Anthony Hopkins -- Best Actor (The Father)
  2. Green Book -- Best Picture. ...
  3. Kevin Costner -- Best Director (Dances With Wolves) ...
  4. Grace Kelly -- Best Actress (The Country Girl) ...
  5. Crash -- Best Picture. ...
  6. Marisa Tomei -- Best Actress (My Cousin Vinny) ...
  7. Shakespeare in Love -- Best Picture. ...
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Who has 52 Oscar nominations?

In 2020, Williams won the Grammy Award for "Best Instrumental Composition" for composing Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Symphonic Suite, and he received his 52nd Oscar nomination for "Best Original Score" at the 92nd Academy Awards for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
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Which actor refuses to kiss on screen?

Neal McDonough is the most prominent actor known for refusing to perform on-screen kissing or sex scenes, a restriction he enforces to honor his marriage to his wife, Ruvé McDonough. A devout Catholic, McDonough has maintained this boundary, which has led to him being fired from projects like Scoundrels.
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Which actor has a billion dollars?

Arnold Schwarzenegger: $1.1 billion (£818m)

His most iconic roles range from the comedy classic Twins (1988) to the pulse-pounding Terminator franchise. According to Forbes, he's earned around $500 million (£372m) before taxes and agent fees from his acting roles over the decades.
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What movie took 48 years to make?

Cinephiles whispered about the “lost Orson Welles film” no one could watch. After years of negotiations and restoration efforts, Netflix stepped in. In 2018, more than 48 years after filming began, The Other Side of the Wind was finally completed and released—a posthumous triumph.
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What movie should everyone watch once?

Movies Everyone Should Watch At Least Once
  • Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. 19772h 1mPG90Metascore. ...
  • Requiem for a Dream. 20001h 42mNC-1771Metascore. ...
  • A Clockwork Orange. 19712h 16mR77Metascore. ...
  • One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. 19752h 13mR84Metascore. ...
  • Gone with the Wind. ...
  • Breakfast at Tiffany's. ...
  • Casablanca. ...
  • It's a Wonderful Life.
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What movie has a 100% rating?

To date, Leave No Trace holds the site's record, with a rating of 100% and 248 positive reviews.
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What's the most played movie ever?

Determining the most-watched movie depends on the metric, but Gone with the Wind (1939) is generally considered the highest in terms of estimated total theater admissions. When adjusted for inflation, it remains the highest-grossing film, while Avatar (2009) holds the record for unadjusted box office, and Jesus (1979) has the highest estimated total viewership (over 3 billion).
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Who lost an Oscar 18 times?

Meryl Streep ('The Post') loses at Oscars for 18th time, crushing her own record - IMDb.
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Who are the three people banned from the Oscars?

The three individuals commonly recognized for refusing an Oscar are Dudley Nichols (1936), George C. Scott (1971), and Marlon Brando (1973). They declined their awards to protest union issues, the competitive nature of the ceremony, and Hollywood’s treatment of Native Americans, respectively.
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What is the biggest Oscar snub of all time?

Widely considered the biggest Oscar snubs include Citizen Kane losing Best Picture to How Green Was My Valley (1942), Alfred Hitchcock never winning Best Director, and Brokeback Mountain losing to Crash (2006). Other major oversights include Judy Garland (A Star Is Born) and top performances from recent years like Margot Robbie (Barbie) and Amy Adams (Arrival).
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Who won 8 Oscars at one time?

Edith Head (costume designer) and Alan Menken (composer) are notable 8-time Oscar winners. Head holds the record for the most Oscar wins by a woman (8 wins, 35 nominations), while Menken has won 8 competitive Oscars for Best Original Score and Song.
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Why did Sean Penn not go to the Oscars in 2026?

Sean Penn skipped the 2026 Oscars—where he won Best Supporting Actor for One Battle After Another—to travel to Ukraine. He has long supported Ukraine during its conflict with Russia and previously expressed disdain for Hollywood award ceremony rituals. He has often skipped such events, including previous nominations, in favor of personal priorities.
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Do Oscar winners get paid?

No, Oscar winners do not receive direct cash prizes from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for winning an award. However, winners often gain significant financial value through increased future salaries, lucrative endorsement deals, and high-value "everyone wins" gift bags for nominees, sometimes worth over $100,000.
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What is considered the greatest film ever?

The Godfather (1972) is widely considered the best movie of all time, frequently topping critical and audience polls for its perfect acting, directing, and impact on cinema. Other top contenders often cited include Citizen Kane, The Shawshank Redemption, Schindler’s List, and Casablanca.
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What are the big 5 in movies?

At the Academy Awards, the so-called "Big Five" awards are those for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay (either Best Original Screenplay or Best Adapted Screenplay).
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Has a movie ever made $1 billion?

Yes, over 60 films have grossed over $1 billion at the worldwide box office. Avatar (2009) holds the top spot with over $2.9 billion, followed closely by Avengers: Endgame (2019). Titanic was the first film to break the billion-dollar threshold, and others include Spider-Man: No Way Home, Barbie, and Inside Out 2.
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