100 Movies Worth Every Minute (+Free Printable List)

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Looking for a must-watch movie that’s worth every minute? Here’s a list of 100 movies to watch!

With the help of Chatty, I’ve put together a list of the top 100 movies of all time — a mix of unforgettable classics, inspiring true stories, modern favorites, and cozy feel-good films to help you find your next perfect movie-night pick.

From heartwarming stories and breathtaking dramas to clever mysteries and whimsical tales, this top 100 movies of all time list is filled with films you’ll want to watch (and rewatch!) for years to come.

So grab a blanket, get the popcorn ready, and pick your next favorite from this list — one movie at a time.

And because movie goals are even better when you can check them off, I’ve also created a cute printable tracker so you can mark the ones you’ve watched (or plan to watch next!).

Tip! Print out the list and mark off the movies you’ve already watched. It’s such a fun and motivating way to see your progress — and a perfect way to kick off a 100 movie challenge!

100 Must-Watch Movies List

Here’s the list!

🌟 Timeless Masterpieces & Modern Classics

• 1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
• 2. Forrest Gump (1994)
• 3. The Green Mile (1999)
• 4. Titanic (1997)
• 5. Gladiator (2000)
• 6. The Queen (2006)
• 7. Schindler’s List (1993)
• 8. Saving Private Ryan (1998)
• 9. The King’s Speech (2010)
• 10. The Imitation Game (2014)
• 11. A Beautiful Mind (2001)
• 12. The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
• 13. Life Is Beautiful (1997)
• 14. Dead Poets Society (1989)
• 15. Good Will Hunting (1997)

💫 Inspirational & Thought-Provoking Stories

• 16. The Theory of Everything (2014)
• 17. Hidden Figures (2016)
• 18. Freedom Writers (2007)
• 19. The Blind Side (2009)
• 20. Lion (2016)
• 21. The Help (2011)
• 22. The Intouchables (2011)
• 23. Patch Adams (1998)
• 24. Big Eyes (2014)
• 25. Pay It Forward (2000)
• 26. Slumdog Millionaire (2008)
• 27. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019)
• 28. A Man Called Otto (2022)
• 29. CODA (2021)
• 30. Soul (2020)

💕 Romance & Heartfelt Love Stories

• 31. Pride & Prejudice (2005)
• 32. The Notebook (2004)
• 33. La La Land (2016)
• 34. Sense and Sensibility (1995)
• 35. Emma (2020)
• 36. Me Before You (2016)
• 37. About Time (2013)
• 38. The Holiday (2006)
• 39. Love, Rosie (2014)
• 40. Casablanca (1942)
• 41. Notting Hill (1999)
• 42. The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
• 43. The Big Sick (2017)
• 44. Call Me by Your Name (2017)
• 45. Before Sunrise (1995)

🌸 Feel-Good & Uplifting Favorites

• 46. Julie & Julia (2009)
• 47. Eat Pray Love (2010)
• 48. The Intern (2015)
• 49. Calendar Girls (2003) 
• 50. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011)
• 51. Chef (2014)
• 52. We Bought a Zoo (2011)
• 53. The Bucket List (2007)
• 54. Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
• 55. Yes Man (2008)
• 56. The Way Way Back (2013)
• 57. Wonder (2017)
• 58. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018)
• 59. The Greatest Showman (2017)
• 60. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)

🎭 Powerful Drama & Life Lessons

• 61. The Piano (1993)
• 62. The Pianist (2002)
• 63. American Beauty (1999)
• 64. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
• 65. The Truman Show (1998)
• 66. The Great Gatsby (2013)
• 67. The Whale (2022)
• 68. Revolutionary Road (2008)
• 69. Room (2015)
• 70. Boyhood (2014)
• 71. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
• 72. Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
• 73. Manchester by the Sea (2016)
• 74. A Star Is Born (2018)
• 75. Million Dollar Baby (2004)

✨ Cozy Escapes & Whimsical Worlds

• 76. Amélie (2001)
• 77. Chocolat (2000)
• 78. Finding Neverland (2004)
• 79. Midnight in Paris (2011)
• 80. Saving Mr. Banks (2013)
• 81. Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)
• 82. Miss Potter (2006)
• 83. The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)
• 84. Cinderella (2015)
• 85. Finding Your Feet (2017)

 🔍 Mystery, Thriller & Smart Stories

• 86. Knives Out (2019)
• 87. The Sixth Sense (1999)
• 88. Gone Girl (2014)
• 89. The Prestige (2006)
• 90. Inception (2010)
• 91. Interstellar (2014)
• 92. The Girl on the Train (2016)
• 93. A Simple Favor (2018)
• 94. The Da Vinci Code (2006)
• 95. The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
• 96. Catch Me If You Can (2002)
• 97. Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
• 98. The Game (1997)
• 99. The Accountant (2016)
• 100. The Others (2001)

There you have it — 100 movies worth watching at least once in your lifetime.

Printable List – Top 100 Movies of All Time

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So grab your favorite snacks, wrap yourself in a soft blanket, and find your next movie inspiration from this list.

And don’t forget to download the printable movie tracker — it’s a fun way to keep track of what you’ve watched and discover your next favorite film.

Happy watching! 

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