HBO Max is a streaming service that is gaining popularity worldwide after its launch in May 2020. The service also includes all of HBO’s originals and new content from Warner Bros., Turner, and CNN.
That said, HBO Max is a streaming platform set to rival Netflix and Hulu. It possesses a vast library of movies and TV shows, including new and classic releases. But here are some of the best movies to watch on HBO Max
The Godfather
The Godfather is an American crime film by Francis Ford Coppola and Albert S. Ruddy. And it is taken from a screenplay by Mario Puzo and Coppola.
The drama also stars Marlon Brando and Al Pacino as the leaders of a fictional New York crime family, adding more glory to this movie.
The movie is regarded as one of the greatest films ever made. It was also nominated for keeping in the United States National Film Registry. Furthermore, it ranked 3rd on AFI’s list of the 100 greatest American films of all time.
The Godfather, Part II
A sequel to the Godfather franchise, Part II is a crime drama movie by Francis Ford Coppola and Albert S. Ruddy. The screenplay is also by Coppola and Mario Puzo, over Puzo’s novel of the same name.
Yet again, it features a star-studded cast of Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Diane Keaton, and Michael V. Gazzo. But the movie itself is another successful sequel made to its prior part.
It was also nominated for 11 Academy Awards, winning six, including Best Picture. The movie is considered a great marvel in the library of American movies to date.
The Silence of the Lambs
The Silence of the Lambs is an American horror thriller and a gripping work of Jonathan Demme. The riveting film stars Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, and Scott Glenn in the lead roles.
It is based on Thomas Harris’s 1988 novel of the same name. As seen in the book, it focuses on Clarice Starling, a young FBI trainee sent to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter.
During the movie, Lecter’s imprisoned for a series of murders. Now, Starling is hoping that he will be able to provide information about a serial killer on the loose.
The Shawshank Redemption
Frank Darabont’s 90s prison drama, The Shawshank Redemption, is cited as the masterpiece film of all time. The movie, adapted from a Stephen King novella, tells the story of Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins).
He is a banker convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment in Shawshank State Penitentiary. But despite the bleak setting, the film is a story of hope, with Andy managing to escape and start a new life.
Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump tells the story of a man with an IQ of 75 participating in the most critical events in history. The movie tells the story of Forrest and his kindred spirit; hence he makes friends wherever he goes. Despite the stigma of clamped-down disposition, he became famous among people easily.
The film became a commercial success, earning over $677 million at the box office. Also, it received critical acclaim, with viewers praising Tom Hanks’ performance as Forrest Gump. Yet, it was nominated for 13 Academy Awards and won 6, including Best Picture.
Seven
Seven is a neo-noir psychological thriller by David Fincher and Andrew Kevin Walker. The iconic film stars Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kevin Spacey.
The movie revolves around a detective William Somerset, paired with the detective, David Mills. Both investigating a series of murders, they soon discover that the murders are part of a larger plot. The film climaxes when the two detectives confront the mastermind behind the murders.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone is a fantasy novel and a work of a British author, J. K. Rowling. The story follows young Potter, discovering he’s a wizard. Later, he also becomes a part of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Besides the seven books in the Harry Potter series, all adapted into a film, a play, and a video game. Thus, making it the first part of the Harry Potter franchise. Nonetheless, the movie won several awards receiving praises from viewers and critics alike.
The Dark Knight
The Dark Knight is a sequel to Batman Begins and a 2nd installment of the Batman series. The film also became a huge critical and commercial success. While also setting box office records and earning over $1 billion worldwide.
The iconic film received praises for its complex storyline, acting, visual effects, and musical score. Moreover, it was nominated for 8 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. It won two awards for Best Supporting Actor for Heath Ledger and Best Sound Editing.
The Social Network
The Social Network movie is an American biographical drama film by David Fincher and Aaron Sorkin. Interestingly, it depicts the story of Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook, and his associates.
The film stars Jesse Eisenberg as Zuckerberg, along with Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, and Josh Pence. Hence, the movie received widespread praise for its writing, direction, acting, and score.
The Hunger Games
The Hunger Games is a novel by Suzanne Collins published in 2008. On that account, the film is the first part, followed by Catching Fire and Mockingjay. The story revolves around Katniss Everdeen competing in a televised fight to the death in the Hunger Games.
But according to Collins, the idea for the book came from the Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. Yet, the film has been very successful, with 65+ million copies of the books sold. And on top of that, a movie adaptation is grossing over $694 million worldwide.
Black Panther
Black Panther is an American superhero film about the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Thus, produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. It’s also the 18th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
The story revolves around T’Challa, who, after his father’s death, returns home to the advanced African nation. But only to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. Yet, when a powerful enemy reappears, T’Challa as King and Black Panther is drawn into a massive conflict.
The Help
The Help is an American period drama film by Tate Taylor. It was also adapted from Kathryn Stockett’s 2009 novel of the same name. Moreover, it stars Emma Stone, Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, and Jessica Chastain in the lead roles.
Set in Jackson, Mississippi, in the early 1960s, it tells the story of black maids working in Southern homes. And their bonding with their employers. DreamWorks Pictures produced the film with Taylor, Oprah Winfrey, and Kevin Misher as co-producers.
Avenger’s Endgame
Avenger’s Endgame is the climax of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), starting with Iron Man in 2008. Hence, the 22nd film in the MCU it’s also the final film of Phase Three. Yet, the film was also announced in October 2014 as Avengers: Infinity War – Part 2.
Interestingly, Endgame is a movie full of action, adventure, and suspense. But it’s also a film with a deep and emotional story. Only because the characters developed over the film, and the audience formed an association with them.
Toy Story 4
Toy Story 4 is an American 3D computer-animated comedy by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures.
It is also the 4th installment in the Toy Story series and a sequel to Toy Story 3 (2010). The animated film is an incredible work of Josh Cooley, written by Stephany Folsom.
On that account, the tale follows Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of the toys reunited with Bonnie’s new toy Forky. But when Bonnie takes her family on a road trip, Forky gets lost, and the gang embarks on an adventure to find him.
Captain Marvel
Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel is a superhero film over the Marvel Comics character /Captain Marvel. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. It is also the 21st film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
The film is a work of Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck, with Geneva Robertson also contributing to the screenplay. Hence, the first female-led film’s about a pilot becoming one of the universe’s most powerful heroes only after her DNA is fused with an alien.
Aladdin
Disney’s Aladdin is a live-action adaptation of the 1992 classic of the same name. The story follows Aladdin, a street urchin who finds a magic lamp with a genie inside. Thus, he uses the genie’s powers to win Princess Jasmine and foil the evil plans of Jafar, the Sultan’s advisor.
The cast features Will Smith as the Genie, Mena Massoud as Aladdin, Naomi Scott as Jasmine, Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, and Navid Negahban as the Sultan. The movie initially met with some criticism after its first trailer. But it successfully made it to the box office records after its release.
Jurassic Park: Fallen Kingdom
Jurassic World: the Fallen Kingdom is an American sci-fi sequel to Jurassic World (2015). Directed by J. A. Bayona, it is the 5th installment of the Jurassic Park film series. It also has the second installment of a planned Jurassic World trilogy.
The film stars Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Rafe Spall, Justice Smith, Daniella Pineda, Toby Jones, and James Cromwell. During the film, Owen and Claire return to Isla Nublar to save the dinosaurs from a volcanic eruption.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Everyone was awaiting the release of the 7th and final movie in the Harry Potter series. Deathly Hallows – Part 1 was released in 2010 and was an immediate success. The movie also grossed over $960 million at the box office, making it the 6th highest-grossing film of all time.
Markedly, the movie picks up where the 6th book left off. Lord Voldemort regained his full strength and is now seeking to kill Harry Potter. But in their efforts to destroy the secret Horcruxes, the trio must face difficult challenges ahead of them.
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy is a set of three epic high fantasy movies by Peter Jackson. The mythological films are also based on the novel of the same name by J. R. R. Tolkien. Moreover, the films were shot over a period of 18 months, with principal photography taking place in New Zealand.
The trilogy sets in Middle-earth, following the adventures of Frodo Baggins and his companions. During the films, they are on a mission to carry the One Ring to Mount Doom and destroy it.
Mad Max Fury Road
Mad Max: Fury Road is a post-apocalyptic film by George Miller, Brendan McCarthy, and Nico Lathouris. The adventure movie also features Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron in the title roles. Interestingly, the film sets in a desert wasteland where gasoline and water are scarce resources.
But during the film, Max joins forces with Furiosa to flee from the warlord and his warriors. The film also received critical acclaim for its acting, direction, screenplay, stunts, and visual effects.
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