Best Dramas Movies

Set against the backdrop of a fascist-occupied France, this film follows Georg, a German refugee, as he flees to Marseille in hopes of escaping to North America. As he assumes…

After seven months have passed without a culprit in her daughter’s murder case, Mildred Hayes makes a bold move, painting three signs leading into her town with a controversial message directed at Bill Willoughby, the town’s revered chief of police. When his second-in-command Officer Jason Dixon, an immature mother’s boy with a penchant for violence, gets involved, the battle between Mildred and Ebbing’s law enforcement is only exacerbated.

Set in the shadow of Disney World, this film follows the adventures of a precocious six-year-old girl named Moonee and her ragtag group of friends over the course of a…

Set during the chaotic final weeks of World War II, this gripping drama follows a young German soldier, Willi Herold, who stumbles upon an abandoned Nazi captain’s uniform. Seizing the…

This groundbreaking film explores the life and mysterious death of the iconic artist Vincent van Gogh through a unique narrative style. The story unfolds as Armand Roulin, the son of…

This film, directed by Noah Baumbach, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the complexities of sibling relationships. It follows the lives of the Meyerowitz siblings, played by Adam…

An aspiring actor in Hollywood meets an enigmatic stranger by the name of Tommy Wiseau, the meeting leads the actor down a path nobody could have predicted; creating the worst movie ever made.

In this gripping French-Belgian horror drama, a young vegetarian named Justine, played by Garance Marillier, embarks on her first year at veterinary school, where she is subjected to a series…

In this 2017 sci-fi romance directed by Peter Chelsom, a young boy born on Mars embarks on a journey to Earth to find his father and experience the wonders of…

Set in late 1970s Santa Barbara, this film follows the life of a determined single mother, played by Annette Bening, as she enlists the help of two younger women to…

In this 2016 sci-fi romance directed by Morten Tyldum, two passengers aboard a spaceship traveling to a distant colony planet are awakened from their induced hibernation 90 years too early…

Set in 1950s Pittsburgh, this film follows the life of Troy Maxson, a former baseball player who now works as a garbage collector, grappling with the challenges of his past…

Set during the 1960s space race, this film follows the inspiring true story of three African-American women mathematicians who played pivotal roles at NASA. The narrative centers on Katherine Johnson,…

In this gripping political thriller directed by John Madden, a formidable and ambitious lobbyist, played by Jessica Chastain, takes on the powerful gun lobby in Washington, D.C. The film delves…

In this 2016 film directed by Garth Davis, a young Indian boy becomes separated from his family and is eventually adopted by an Australian couple. As an adult, he embarks…

In this coming-of-age dramedy, the life of high school junior Nadine becomes increasingly complicated when her best friend starts dating her older brother. As she navigates the trials of adolescence,…

In this poignant drama directed by Kenneth Lonergan, the story follows Lee Chandler, played by Casey Affleck, as he returns to his hometown after the sudden death of his brother….

In this thought-provoking science fiction film, mysterious extraterrestrial spacecraft land at various locations around the world, prompting a global response. Linguist Louise Banks, played by Amy Adams, is recruited by…

In this German-Austrian comedy-drama, the story revolves around a practical joker father who tries to reconnect with his estranged, career-focused daughter by creating an outrageous alter ego. The film explores…

A man finds himself stranded on a deserted island, where he encounters a mysterious red turtle that alters the course of his life. This animated film, directed by Michael Dudok…

In this heartfelt comedy-drama, a retired writer becomes a caregiver for a young man with muscular dystrophy, leading them on an unexpected road trip filled with humor and self-discovery. Starring…

Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée, this 2016 film stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Davis Mitchell, a successful investment banker who struggles to cope with the sudden loss of his wife. As he…

Set in 1630s New England, this atmospheric horror film follows a Puritan family as they encounter mysterious and unsettling events after being exiled to a remote farm near a dense…

Set in the early 19th century, this gripping tale follows frontiersman Hugh Glass, portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio, as he embarks on a relentless quest for survival and vengeance after being…

Set in the post-Civil War era, this Quentin Tarantino film follows a group of eight strangers who find themselves trapped together in a remote Wyoming cabin during a blizzard. As…

This 2015 film, directed by Adam McKay, delves into the intricate and often bewildering world of finance, focusing on the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. It follows…

Directed by Ryan Coogler, this 2015 film follows the journey of Adonis Johnson, the son of the legendary boxing champion Apollo Creed, as he seeks to forge his own legacy…

In this gripping drama directed by Peter Landesman, Will Smith delivers a powerful performance as Dr. Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist who uncovers the truth about brain damage in football…

Directed by Tom McCarthy, this gripping drama follows the investigative journalism team at The Boston Globe as they uncover a massive scandal involving child molestation and cover-ups within the local…

Set in the early 1950s, this film follows the journey of a young Irish immigrant, Eilis Lacey, as she navigates the challenges of starting a new life in Brooklyn, New…

Jack, a five-year-old boy, has spent his entire life confined to a single room, convinced that everything within its walls constitutes the entirety of reality. However, his perspective is challenged…

Directed by Danny Boyle, this biographical drama delves into the life of the iconic tech visionary, Steve Jobs, focusing on three pivotal product launches that defined his career. The film…

In this gripping science fiction film, an astronaut finds himself stranded on Mars after a fierce storm forces his crew to evacuate, leaving him behind. With limited supplies, he must…

In this intense crime thriller, an idealistic FBI agent, played by Emily Blunt, is enlisted by a government task force to aid in the escalating war against drugs at the…

Set against the backdrop of an unnamed West African country, this gripping drama follows the harrowing journey of a young boy named Agu, who is forced to become a child…

In this poignant drama directed by Andrew Haigh, a couple’s seemingly stable marriage is tested as they prepare to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. The film stars Charlotte Rampling and…

In this introspective drama directed by James Ponsoldt, the film explores the complex relationship between acclaimed author David Foster Wallace, played by Jason Segel, and Rolling Stone journalist David Lipsky,…

In this psychological thriller, a married couple’s life is upended when they encounter an old acquaintance, whose unexpected and increasingly unsettling visits bring dark secrets from the past to light….

In this gripping psychological drama, a group of college students participates in a simulated prison experiment, where they are randomly assigned roles as guards or prisoners. As the experiment progresses,…

Set in the vibrant streets of Los Angeles, this film follows a day in the life of transgender sex worker Sin-Dee Rella, who embarks on a quest to confront her…

Set in the picturesque English countryside of the 19th century, this film follows the life of the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene, portrayed by Carey Mulligan. She navigates complex relationships…

Set during World War II, this film follows the heartwarming journey of a young boy named Pepper, who is determined to bring his father back home from the war. The…

In this romantic fantasy drama, Blake Lively stars as a woman who ceases to age following a mysterious accident, leading her to live a solitary life to keep her secret…

Directed by George Tillman Jr., this romantic drama intertwines the lives of a young couple, Sophia and Luke, with the memories of an elderly man named Ira. As Sophia, an…

This 2015 film, directed by Simon Curtis, stars Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds in a compelling drama based on true events. The story follows Maria Altmann, an elderly Jewish refugee,…

In a near-future society, a police robot is reprogrammed to think and feel for itself, leading to a journey of self-discovery and existential questions about consciousness and humanity. Directed by…

Set in the small, predominantly Latino town of McFarland, California, this inspiring sports drama follows the journey of a high school cross country team led by coach Jim White, played…

In this thought-provoking science fiction film, a young programmer named Caleb wins a competition to spend a week at the secluded estate of his company’s reclusive CEO, Nathan. Upon arrival,…

In this inspiring drama directed by Sean McNamara, a group of high school students from an underprivileged area come together to form a robotics club. With the guidance of their…

Set against the backdrop of New York City in 1981, this gripping crime drama follows the story of an ambitious immigrant, played by Oscar Isaac, who is determined to protect…

In this poignant drama, Julianne Moore delivers a powerful performance as a renowned linguistics professor who faces a life-altering diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. The film explores her struggle to…

Set during World War II, this film follows the life of mathematician and cryptanalyst Alan Turing, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, as he works to crack the German Enigma code. Keira…

Set in the aftermath of World War II, this gripping drama follows a disfigured concentration camp survivor who undergoes facial reconstruction surgery and returns to Berlin to find her husband….

In this critically acclaimed film, Michael Keaton stars as a washed-up actor, once famous for his role as a superhero, who struggles to mount a Broadway play in a bid…

In this psychological horror film directed by Dennis Widmyer, a young and ambitious actress named Sarah, played by Alex Essoe, is desperate to make it big in Hollywood. Her journey…

In this enchanting Studio Ghibli film directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi, a young girl named Anna is sent to a rural seaside town to improve her health. There, she encounters the…

Directed by Richard Linklater, this groundbreaking film follows the life of a young boy named Mason from childhood to adulthood, capturing the essence of growing up over a 12-year period….

In this compelling drama, a widowed single mother struggles to raise her unpredictable and sometimes violent teenage son, who has been expelled from a specialized care institution. Their lives take…

Set in the 11th century, this historical drama follows a young Englishman named Rob Cole, who embarks on a transformative journey to Persia to study medicine under the renowned physician…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this poignant drama follows a young girl named Liesel, portrayed by Sophie Nélisse, who finds solace in stealing books and sharing them…

Directed by Steve McQueen, this powerful historical drama follows the harrowing journey of Solomon Northup, a free African-American man who is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War…

In this poignant drama directed by Hirokazu Koreeda, a successful businessman and his wife face a life-altering revelation when they discover their six-year-old son was switched at birth with another…

In this gripping space thriller, Dr. Ryan Stone, a medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, and veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky find themselves stranded in space after their shuttle is…

Directed by François Ozon, this film explores the complex journey of a 17-year-old girl named Isabelle, portrayed by Marine Vacth, as she navigates her burgeoning sexuality and the double life…

In this charming romantic comedy-drama, a young man named Tim discovers he has the ability to travel through time, a secret passed down through the men in his family. As…

Set against the backdrop of significant historical events, this film follows the life of Cecil Gaines, an African-American butler who served in the White House for over three decades. The…

Set in a dystopian future, the film explores the stark divide between the wealthy elite living on a luxurious space station and the impoverished masses left on a ravaged Earth….

This powerful drama, directed by Ryan Coogler, chronicles the last day in the life of a young man named Oscar Grant, played by Michael B. Jordan. The film provides an…

Set in the 1920s, this film follows the journey of Ewa Cybulska, a Polish immigrant who arrives in New York with her sister, only to face unexpected challenges. Separated from…

This gripping drama, directed by Derek Cianfrance, weaves together the lives of a motorcycle stunt rider, played by Ryan Gosling, and a rookie cop, portrayed by Bradley Cooper, in a…

Set in the early 1940s in Turkey, this film follows the lives of two young poets, Rüştü Onur and Muzaffer Tayyip Uslu, as they navigate the challenges of love, friendship,…

Set in the antebellum South, this film follows the journey of a freed slave, Django, who teams up with a German bounty hunter, Dr. King Schultz, to rescue his wife…

This gripping thriller, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, chronicles the decade-long hunt for the notorious terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. The narrative follows a determined CIA analyst, played by Jessica Chastain,…

A visually stunning adventure directed by Ang Lee, this film follows the incredible journey of a young Indian boy named Pi, who survives a shipwreck only to find himself stranded…

In this gripping drama directed by Robert Zemeckis, Denzel Washington delivers a powerful performance as an airline pilot who miraculously crash-lands a malfunctioning plane, saving nearly all on board. As…

In a dystopian future, time travel has been invented but is illegal and only available on the black market. The story follows Joe, a “looper,” who is hired by criminal…

In this thought-provoking drama directed by Gus Van Sant, Matt Damon stars as a corporate salesman who arrives in a rural town with his partner, played by Frances McDormand, to…

In this thrilling conclusion to a celebrated trilogy, the story unfolds eight years after the events that left Gotham City in a state of fragile peace. The city faces a…

Set in 1980s East Germany, this film follows a doctor who is banished to a rural hospital as punishment for applying for an exit visa. As she navigates her new…

Set in 1930s Paris, this enchanting film follows a young orphan named Hugo Cabret who lives in the walls of a bustling train station. As he embarks on a quest…

Directed by Gavin O’Connor, this gripping drama follows the story of two estranged brothers, played by Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton, who find themselves on a collision course in the…

Aibileen Clark is a middle-aged African-American maid who has spent her life raising white children and has recently lost her only son; Minny Jackson is an African-American maid who has often offended her employers despite her family’s struggles with money and her desperate need for jobs; and Eugenia ”Skeeter” Phelan is a young white woman who has recently moved back home after graduating college to find out her childhood maid has mysteriously disappeared. These three stories intertwine to explain how life in Jackson, Mississippi revolves around ”the help”; yet they are always kept at a certain distance because of racial…

A skilled Hollywood stuntman, played by Ryan Gosling, moonlights as a getaway driver in this stylish neo-noir thriller. His life takes a dangerous turn when he becomes entangled with his…

In this gripping thriller directed by John Madden, a trio of Mossad agents embarks on a mission in 1965 to capture a notorious Nazi war criminal. The narrative unfolds across…

In this intriguing drama, Emily Browning stars as Lucy, a university student who becomes involved in a mysterious and unsettling world of high-end eroticism. The film, directed by Julia Leigh,…

In this heartfelt drama, a man grapples with the dual challenges of his father’s late-in-life coming out and his own burgeoning romance. The film stars Ewan McGregor, Christopher Plummer, and…

In this 2011 drama directed by Tony Kaye, the story follows a substitute teacher, played by Adrien Brody, who drifts from classroom to classroom, forming unexpected connections with students and…

In this gripping sci-fi thriller directed by Duncan Jones, Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Captain Colter Stevens, a soldier who finds himself in a mysterious government program that allows him to…

Rachel, a young woman adopted by a well-off family, chose to defy expectations at the age of 17 by leaving her home and abandoning her education at a conventional college…

This poignant drama, directed by Derek Cianfrance, delves into the complexities of a couple’s relationship, exploring both the tender beginnings and the unraveling of their marriage. Starring Ryan Gosling and…

In this gripping Western drama, a determined 14-year-old girl enlists the help of a tough U.S. Marshal to track down her father’s murderer. The film stars Jeff Bridges, Hailee Steinfeld,…

Set in the gritty backdrop of Lowell, Massachusetts, this film follows the tumultuous journey of a struggling boxer, Micky Ward, as he attempts to rise through the ranks of the…

In this poignant drama directed by John Cameron Mitchell, a couple navigates the complexities of grief and healing after a tragic loss. The film stars Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart,…

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this psychological thriller delves into the intense world of professional ballet, following a dedicated dancer’s journey as she strives for perfection in a coveted role. Natalie…

In this gripping thriller directed by Paul Haggis, Russell Crowe stars as a devoted husband who embarks on a daring mission to free his wife, played by Elizabeth Banks, after…

A spirited young television producer, played by Rachel McAdams, takes on the daunting task of reviving a struggling morning show. She faces challenges from a grizzled veteran anchor, portrayed by…