Best biography movies of all time imdb
In the following page, you will see a ranking of the best biography 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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1. Schindler's List (1993)
Schindler's List (1993) dramatizes Oskar Schindler's true story: a German businessman who risks everything to save over 1,100 Jews using his factory and a list. Stark, black‑and‑white, emotionally harrowing; contains disturbing violence. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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2. Goodfellas (1990)
Goodfellas follows Henry Hill’s rise in an Italian‑American crime family, portraying the seductive thrills, brutal violence and ultimate unraveling of mob life with kinetic, darkly comic storytelling. read more
Genres: Biography, Crime, Drama
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3. Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (2022)
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (2022) portrays ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan—his rocket and cryogenic work, the 1994 false espionage case, and his protracted fight for vindication. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama
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4. The Intouchables (2011)
Intouchables (2011) — true‑story dramedy about an aristocrat quadriplegic, Philippe, who hires Driss, a blunt young man. Their unlikely friendship brings humor, dignity, healing and hope. read more
Genres: Biography, Comedy, Drama
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5. The Pianist (2002)
Polanski’s The Pianist (2002) follows Władysław Szpilman (Adrien Brody), a Jewish pianist surviving Nazi Warsaw. Stark, intimate, and harrowing, it emphasizes silence, piano motifs and human endurance. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, Music
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6. Senna (2010)
Senna (2010) is an archival documentary charting Ayrton Senna’s rise, fierce rivalries (notably with Prost), spiritual depth and tragic 1994 death — a thrilling, poignant portrait of greatness. read more
Genres: Biography, Documentary, Sport
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7. Amadeus (1984)
Amadeus: a period drama told by an aging Salieri who obsessively envies and claims to have ruined Mozart. It contrasts Mozart’s genius and revelry with Salieri’s faith, jealousy and tragic revenge. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, Music
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8. The Cove (2009)
The Cove (2009) follows Ric O'Barry and filmmakers who covertly expose Taiji’s dolphin captures and slaughter, combining espionage-style investigation, personal testimony, public-health warnings and a call to action. read more
Genres: Biography, Crime, Documentary
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9. Braveheart (1995)
Braveheart follows William Wallace, a Scottish commoner who rises to lead a national revolt against English oppression. A violent, emotional historical epic of battles, betrayal, romance and sacrifice. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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10. Oppenheimer (2023)
Oppenheimer follows J. Robert Oppenheimer from university to leading the Manhattan Project and its aftermath, exploring his genius, moral conflicts, political fallout, and the human cost of the atomic bomb. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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11. Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Lawrence of Arabia (1962) follows T.E. Lawrence’s transformation from desk officer to desert leader uniting Arab tribes; epic vistas, moral ambiguity, isolation, and powerful performances. read more
Genres: Adventure, Biography, Drama
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12. Dangal (2016)
Dangal chronicles Mahavir Singh Phogat training daughters Geeta and Babita in rural India into world-class wrestlers. A gritty, emotional sports drama about sacrifice, gender bias and ultimate triumph. read more
Genres: Action, Biography, Drama
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13. Shershaah (2021)
Shershaah dramatizes Capt. Vikram Batra's life and sacrifice in the 1999 Kargil War - his rise, love, fierce battles and leadership. Tense combat, personal moments and Sidharth Malhotra's dual role honor a national hero. read more
Genres: Action, Biography, Drama
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14. Hamilton (2020)
Hamilton is a filmed live capture of the original Broadway musical about Alexander Hamilton. It blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and show tunes, pairing kinetic choreography and close-up cinema for a powerful, emotional retelling. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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15. The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) follows Jordan Belfort’s rise at Stratton Oakmont — obscene wealth via fraud, drugs, sex and parties — a satirical, darkly comic, morally fraught true-crime spectacle. read more
Genres: Biography, Comedy, Crime
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16. A Beautiful Mind (2001)
A Beautiful Mind follows mathematician John Nash’s rise from brilliant Princeton grad to schizophrenia-stricken recluse. Blending genius, paranoia, and steadfast love (Alicia), it’s a harrowing yet ultimately uplifting tale of identity, recovery and redemption. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama
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17. Green Book (2018)
Green Book (1962) follows bouncer Tony Lip driving pianist Dr. Don Shirley on a segregated South tour. Their clashing personalities evolve into friendship amid music, humor and harsh reminders of racism. read more
Genres: Biography, Comedy, Drama
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18. Downfall (2004)
Downfall (2004) recreates Hitler's final days via his secretary Traudl Junge in the Berlin bunker. Claustrophobic, historically detailed, it shows the regime's collapse, fanaticism, despair and moral ruin. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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19. The Elephant Man (1980)
Set in Victorian London, The Elephant Man follows Dr. Treves rescuing the disfigured Joseph Merrick, revealing his intelligence and dignity while examining society’s cruelty, exploitation and compassion. read more
Genres: Biography, Drama
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20. Searching for Sugar Man (2012)
Searching for Sugar Man (2012) follows two South African fans tracing Detroit singer Sixto Rodriguez’s mysterious rise. A music-driven emotional detective story revealing his legacy. read more
Genres: Biography, Documentary, Music
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