Best adventure movies of all time filmaffinity - Page 2
In the following page, you will see a ranking of the best adventure movies of all time. We have gathered the ratings of Imdb, Metacritic, Filmaffinity and crafted our own algorithm and generated the following ratings.
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21. The Lion King (1994)
The Lion King (1994): animated coming-of-age epic where exiled prince Simba, raised under "Hakuna Matata", returns to confront Scar, reclaim his identity, and restore balance to the Pride Lands. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Drama
7.9
/10
88
/100
8.5
/10
8.4
/10
22. Up (2009)
Up (2009) is a warm, visually gorgeous animated adventure: widower Carl floats his house to Paradise Falls with balloons and stowaway Russell. Their journey — with talking dog Dug and bird Kevin and villain Muntz — mixes humor, grief, and heart. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
7.9
/10
88
/100
8.3
/10
8.3
/10
23. Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983)
Return of the Jedi concludes the original trilogy: Rebels rescue Han, attack a new Death Star while Luke confronts Vader and the Emperor. Epic space and ground battles, Ewoks' aid, and a redemptive lightsaber climax. read more
Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
7.9
/10
58
/100
8.3
/10
7.3
/10
24. Toy Story 3 (2010)
Andy’s toys are donated to Sunnyside Daycare, where the seemingly sweet Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear rules. Woody, Buzz and friends mount a daring, emotional escape to get home, blending adventure, comedy and bittersweet themes. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
7.9
/10
92
/100
8.3
/10
8.5
/10
25. Ben-Hur (1959)
Ben-Hur (1959) follows Judah Ben-Hur, betrayed and enslaved by childhood friend Messala. He survives, returns for vengeance amid epic spectacle — including the famous chariot race — and encounters Christ, exploring suffering, forgiveness and redemption. read more
Genres: Adventure, Drama, History
7.9
/10
90
/100
8.1
/10
8.3
/10
26. Barry Lyndon (1975)
Barry Lyndon (1975) charts Redmond Barry’s ruthless ascent—duels, war, gambling, marriage into nobility—and his slow downfall amid bitter family conflict. A measured, atmospheric meditation on class and ambition. read more
Genres: Adventure, Drama, History
7.9
/10
89
/100
8.1
/10
8.3
/10
27. Big Fish (2003)
Big Fish is a whimsical, bittersweet drama about Will, who returns to his dying father and confronts a life told through tall tales. Blending fantasy and reality, it explores memory, mortality, and how stories shape identity. read more
Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
7.9
/10
58
/100
8.0
/10
7.2
/10
28. The African Queen (1951)
The African Queen (1951): In 1914 German East Africa, prim missionary Rose and gruff riverboat captain Charlie navigate dangers—rapids, enemies, disease—on a daring mission that turns into love. read more
Genres: Adventure, Drama, Romance
7.9
/10
91
/100
7.7
/10
8.2
/10
29. Inglourious Basterds (2009)
Inglourious Basterds: two revenge plots in Nazi‑occupied France — Shosanna, a Jewish cinema owner, plots deadly vengeance while a ruthless Jewish‑American squad targets Nazi leaders at a film premiere, colliding in a tense, violent climax. read more
Genres: Adventure, Drama, War
7.8
/10
69
/100
8.4
/10
7.7
/10
30. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
2001: A Space Odyssey is a slow, visually stunning sci‑fi epic about human evolution and contact with higher intelligence—monoliths, a Jupiter mission, HAL’s betrayal and a surreal, philosophical finale. read more
Genres: Adventure, Sci-Fi
7.8
/10
84
/100
8.3
/10
8.2
/10
31. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) follows Indy racing Nazis in 1938 to find the Holy Grail after his father vanishes. A globe-trotting mix of action, puzzles, booby-trapped temples and warm father-son humor. read more
Genres: Action, Adventure
7.8
/10
65
/100
8.2
/10
7.5
/10
32. Howl's Moving Castle (2004)
Howl’s Moving Castle: a whimsical animated fantasy where Sophie, cursed into an old woman, finds refuge in wizard Howl’s walking castle and discovers love, courage, and self-discovery amid magic and danger. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Family
7.8
/10
82
/100
8.2
/10
8.1
/10
33. Inside Out (2015)
Inside Out (2015): after 11-year-old Riley's move, her five emotions Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear must recover lost happy memories. A funny, moving tale about growing up and emotional complexity. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
7.8
/10
94
/100
8.1
/10
8.4
/10
34. The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957)
The Bridge on the River Kwai: a tense WWII drama about British POWs forced to build a bridge. Colonel Nicholson’s pride turns resistance into morally ambiguous collaboration as Allied commandos plot its destruction—powerful performances, striking visuals, tragic climax. read more
Genres: Adventure, Drama, War
7.8
/10
88
/100
8.1
/10
8.2
/10
35. The Man Who Would Be King (1975)
The Man Who Would Be King (1975): Connery and Caine play ex-soldiers who conquer Kafiristan, become revered, then fall into violence and tragedy. A swashbuckling, bittersweet fable on ambition, friendship and imperial hubris. read more
Genres: Adventure, History, War
7.8
/10
91
/100
7.7
/10
8.2
/10
36. Toy Story (1995)
Toy Story (1995): toys come to life. Woody's jealousy of new toy Buzz strands them; they face danger, bond, and learn about friendship, loyalty and belonging. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
7.7
/10
96
/100
8.3
/10
8.5
/10
37. Shrek (2001)
Shrek (2001) is a witty animated comedy in which a grumpy ogre rescues Princess Fiona with a talkative Donkey, subverting fairy-tale tropes to explore friendship, acceptance, and inner beauty. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
7.7
/10
84
/100
7.9
/10
8.0
/10
38. The Dirty Dozen (1967)
The Dirty Dozen (1967) follows Major Reisman training twelve convicted soldiers for a suicide commando raid behind enemy lines before D‑Day. Gritty, darkly humorous, and violent, it blends tight action, moral ambiguity, and a strong ensemble. read more
Genres: Action, Adventure, War
7.7
/10
73
/100
7.7
/10
7.6
/10
39. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse follows teen Miles Morales, who becomes Spider-Man and teams with alternate spider-heroes to stop Kingpin’s collider. A visually bold, witty, hip-hop-infused coming-of-age story. read more
Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation
7.6
/10
87
/100
8.4
/10
8.2
/10
40. Klaus (2019)
Klaus is a warm, witty animated fable about Jesper, a spoiled postman sent to frozen Smeerensburg, who befriends toymaker Klaus and teacher Alva; their small acts of kindness thaw a town and spark Christmas traditions. read more
Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy
7.6
/10
65
/100
8.2
/10
7.4
/10
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