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Movies Based On True Events

Quills 2000 Movie Geoffrey Rush as Marquis de Sade laying on a cupboard with his arms stretched

Quills [2000]

Drama
For the longest time, I couldn’t force myself to watch Quills, expecting it to be too intricate and attention-demanding. Oh...
Middle Men 2009 Movie Scene Luke Wilson as Jack Harris with two sexy ladies behind him

Middle Men [2009]

Comedy
Behind a deceptively plain title, Middle Men hides an engaging and hilarious movie about the pioneers of Internet porn based on true events.
Kill The Irishman 2011 Movie Scene Ray Stevenson as Danny Greene holding a gun

Kill the Irishman [2011]

Thriller
Extremely underrated, Kill the Irishman is an engaging crime/mafia movie based on a larger-than-life true story with an impressive cast.
An American Crime 2007 Movie Catherine Keener looking at Ellen Page as she's about to start beating her scene

An American Crime [2007]

Drama
A harrowing drama based on the true story of Sylvia Likens with incredibly strong performances by Ellen Page and Catherine Keener is an intense experience.
Luther 2003 Movie Scene Joseph Fiennes as Martin Luther during the trial

Luther [2003]

Drama
Fascinating, thought-provoking, and captivating, Luther is a masterpiece of modern cinema exploring not just religion but also us, humans.
Conviction 2010 Movie Scene Hilary Swank as Betty Anne Waters crying after her brother is taken away to jail

Conviction [2010]

Drama
Based on actual events and elevated by strong performances, Conviction is a compelling drama about a sister trying to save her brother.
Ben X 2007 Movie Scene Greg Timmermans as Ben looking himself in the mirror and seeing the video game character sheet

Ben X [2007]

Drama
Exploring issues like high-school bullying, social anxiety, and alienation in a modern and intelligent way, Ben X is a masterpiece and a must-see.
Papillon 1973 Movie Scene Steve McQueen as Henri Papillon Charriere wearing a shirt showing the tattoo on his chest

Papillon [1973]

Drama
Based on true events, Papillon is one of those great seventies movies that stood the test of time. It took...
Heavenly Creatures 1994 Movie Scene Melanie Lynskey as Pauline Parker and Kate Winslet as Juliet Hulme holding hands in their imaginary garden

Heavenly Creatures [1994]

Drama
Based on real events, Heavenly Creatures is a thought-provoking psychological drama about teen obsession, love, and murder.
The Soloist [2009] Movie Review Recommendation

The Soloist [2009]

Drama
The Soloist is a very difficult movie to watch. It deals with a lot of society problems and it does...
Agora movie 2009 Scene Rachel Weisz as Hypatia teaching her class

Agora [2009]

Drama
Extremely relevant, beautiful, and yet also harrowing, Agora is a masterpiece examining the clash between science and religion.
The Pursuit of Happyness 2006 Movie Scene Will Smith as Chris Gardner in a metro on his way to his internship

The Pursuit of Happyness [2006]

Drama
For some, The Pursuit of Happyness is a haunting criticism of our society, and for others, a feel-good movie. Find out which one are you.
In Too Deep 1999 Movie Omar Epps and LL Cool J as God standing in the street in rain holding a gun to a head of snitch

In Too Deep [1999]

Thriller
Based on a true story, In Too Deep is an engaging and authentic thriller following a young cop who goes undercover trying to get a ruthless drug lord
Them 2006 Movie Scene Olivia Bonamy as Clementine screaming after a hooded man starts chasing her in dark tunnels

Ils AKA Them [2006]

Horror
Uncomfortable, claustrophobic, and frighteningly realistic, Them AKA Ils is a clever French horror movie a deadly home invasion.
The Gray Man 2007 Movie Patrick Bauchau as Albert Fish taking Lexi Ainsworth as Grace Budd to an old house

The Gray Man [2007]

Thriller
Featuring an unsettling atmosphere and phenomenal performances, The Gray Man is a movie about one of the most disturbing serial killers that ever lived.
Borderland 2007 Movie Scene Cult leader standing on his throne half-naked and preparing for a ritual murder

Borderland [2007]

Horror
Brutal, visceral, and loosely based on real events, Borderland follows a group of friends on their doomed vacation in Mexico.
Drifter: Henry Lee Lucas 2009 Movie Scene Antonio Sabato Jr. as Henry driving a car with Kostas Sommer as Ottis getting out

Drifter: Henry Lee Lucas [2009]

Thriller
Sticking to the real story about the infamous serial killer, Drifter: Henry Lee Lucas is a competent low-budget thriller worth checking out.
Shine 1996 Movie Scene Noah Taylor as David Helfgott having a mental breakdown while taking a bath

Shine [1996]

Drama
Based on a true story and exploring a plethora of issues, Shine is a cinematic masterpiece that will stay with you for a long time.
Hidalgo 2004 Movie Viggo Mortensen holding a gun with a horse in the background

Hidalgo [2004]

Action
As a perfect example of how an adventure movie should feel and look like, Hidalgo offers beautiful vistas, a vibrant atmosphere, and an epic, true story.
The Insider 1999 Movie Scene Russell Crowe as Jeffrey Wigand coming out of the car on the way to the courthouse

The Insider [1999]

Thriller
Based on actual events, The Insider is a slow-burning thriller featuring an intense atmosphere, a thought-provoking story, and a superb cast.
Bathory Countess Of Blood 2008 Movie Scene Anna Friel as Erzsรฉbet Bรกthory wearing a red dress at the court party

Bathory [2008]

Drama
Visually impressive, Bathory is based on a true story of the first and most prolific serial killer, macabre and twisted Elisabeth Bathory.
Das Experiment 2001 Movie Scene Patients riding in an elevator wearing white gowns

Das Experiment [2001]

Thriller
Based on real events, brutal and thought-provoking Das Experiment is a 2001 German psychological thriller that hits hard and fast.
Blow 2001 Movie Scene Johnny Depp as George Jung and Cliff Curtis as Pablo Escobar talking about cocaine smuggling

Blow [2001]

Thriller
Adding an emotional and personal aspect to a fascinating true tale of a cocaine dealer just trying to get by, Blow is a masterpiece.
Citizen X 1995 Movie Eight bodies wheeled in the mortuary

Citizen X [1995]

Drama
Based on the life of one of the most prolific and gruesome serial killers ever, Citizen X is an incredibly engaging slow-burner with terrific performances.
The Hurricane 1999 Movie Scene Denzel Washington as Rubin Carter during the trial waiting for the verdict

The Hurricane [1999]

Drama
Based on a tragic and yet inspiring true story, The Hurricane is a captivating epic driven by Denzel's stellar performance.
Walk the Line 2005 Movie Scene Joaquin Phoenix as Johnny Cash performing with his first band

Walk the Line [2005]

Drama
Riveting and never melodramatic, Walk the Line is an exceedingly well-crafted biopic telling the story of the one and only, Johnny Cash.
The Strangers 2008 Movie Scene Liv Tyler as Kristen holding a knife to fight off any intruders into her home

The Strangers [2008]

Horror
Frighteningly realistic and intense, The Strangers is a disturbing home invasion horror movie inspired by several real-life crimes.
Changeling 2008 Movie Scene Angelina Jolie as Christine Collins at her job waiting to hear from police about her missing son

Changeling [2008]

Drama
Captivating, visually imposing but also harrowing, Changeling is a period drama based on true events highlighting several still relevant themes.
Stuck 2007 Movie Scene Mena Suvari as Brandi with braided hair and dressed as a nurse

Stuck [2007]

Thriller
Based on a bizarre true story, Stuck is a refreshing and captivating black comedy that will make you laugh, think and go what the fuck?