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1. The Holdovers (2023)

R | 133 min | Comedy, Drama

A cranky history teacher at a prep school is forced to remain on campus over the holidays with a grieving cook and a troubled student who has no place to go.

Director: Alexander Payne | Stars: Paul Giamatti, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Dominic Sessa, Carrie Preston

Votes: 139,370

2. Citizen Kane (1941)

PG | 119 min | Drama, Mystery

Following the death of publishing tycoon Charles Foster Kane, reporters scramble to uncover the meaning of his final utterance: 'Rosebud.'

Director: Orson Welles | Stars: Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Dorothy Comingore, Agnes Moorehead

Votes: 466,139 | Gross: $1.59M

3. Tom and Jerry (II) (2021)

PG | 101 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

A chaotic battle ensues between Jerry Mouse, who has taken refuge in the Royal Gate Hotel, and Tom Cat, who is hired to drive him away before the day of a big wedding arrives.

Director: Tim Story | Stars: Chloë Grace Moretz, Michael Peña, Colin Jost, Tom

Votes: 39,891 | Gross: $46.54M

4. Things Heard & Seen (2021)

TV-MA | 121 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

An artist relocates to the Hudson Valley and begins to suspect that her marriage has a sinister darkness, one that rivals her new home's history.

Directors: Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini | Stars: Amanda Seyfried, James Norton, Natalia Dyer, Alex Neustaedter

Votes: 36,144

5. Second Act (2018)

PG-13 | 103 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A big-box store worker reinvents her life and her life-story and shows Madison Avenue what street smarts can do.

Director: Peter Segal | Stars: Jennifer Lopez, Vanessa Hudgens, Leah Remini, Treat Williams

Votes: 30,263 | Gross: $39.28M

6. Tea and Sympathy (1956)

Approved | 122 min | Drama

A new senior at a boy's prep school, finds himself harassed by the machismo culture of his classmates and the unfeelingly behavior by his father, only being treated with decency by his roommate and with affection by the coach's wife.

Director: Vincente Minnelli | Stars: Deborah Kerr, John Kerr, Leif Erickson, Edward Andrews

Votes: 3,218

7. The 27-Hour Day (2021 TV Movie)

TV-G | 85 min | Comedy, Romance

An entrepreneur takes a break from her wellness empire for some much-needed work/life balance but realizes it won't be easy. Will a relaxing retreat and new romance change her life forever?

Director: David Winning | Stars: Autumn Reeser, Andrew W. Walker, Rhiannon Fish, Colleen Wheeler

Votes: 1,462

8. Neverwas (2005)

PG-13 | 103 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery

A psychiatrist searches for insight into the life of his father, who was an acclaimed children's author. But he is shocked when his journey leads him to believe that the fantasy-land his father wrote about might actually exist.

Director: Joshua Michael Stern | Stars: Aaron Eckhart, Ian McKellen, Brittany Murphy, Nick Nolte

Votes: 6,979

9. So This Is College (1929)

Passed | 98 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Biff and Eddie are the best of friends. They are college seniors, roommates at the fraternity, and star teammates on the USC football team. Then a flapper named Babs enters the picture. ... See full summary »

Director: Sam Wood | Stars: Elliott Nugent, Robert Montgomery, Cliff Edwards, Sally Starr

Votes: 284

10. Paramount-Bray Pictographs, No. 133 (1918)

Documentary, Short

Subjects include: "Treasures of a Great City" (Literary Antiquities), "An Old World Lesson in Farming", "The Food Value of Milk".

Director: P.D. Hugon

11. Paramount-Bray Pictographs, No. 90 (1917)

Documentary, Short

Subjects include: "Humpback Whaling in the Pacific", "Uncle Sam's Hints to Housewives, No. 3 - The Meatless Meat Loaf", and "Operation of the Aeroplane Gun".

Director: P.D. Hugon

12. Paramount-Bray Pictographs, No. 98 (1917)

Documentary, Short

Subjects include: "Skiing at Colorado Springs" (aka "Winter Sports in Colorado"), "Uncle Sam's Hints to Housewives, No. 6 - A Substitute for Butter", "How Doth the Little Busy Bee" (aka "The Busy Bee in War Times"), and Freak Patents: The Balloon R.R. (1917).

Director: P.D. Hugon

13. Uncle Sam's Hints to Housewives, No. 6: A Substitute for Butter (1917)

Documentary, Short

"Uncle Sam's Hints to Housewives" offers a butter substitute for use in cooking.

14. ER (1994–2009)
Episode: Nobody Doesn't Like Amanda Lee (1999)

TV-14 | 45 min | Drama, Romance

Dr. Greene tries to help get Amanda Lee the proper credit she deserves on a paper she wrote. However, he starts to become suspicious of her credentials. An old friend of Dr. Greene ... See full summary »

Director: Richard Thorpe | Stars: Anthony Edwards, George Clooney, Noah Wyle, Julianna Margulies

Votes: 397

15. Law & Order (1990– )
Episode: Corpus Delicti (1996)

TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

An investigation into a horse swindling scheme escalates into a murder investigation when one of the accused's possible victims--his ex fiancée--disappears.

Director: Christopher Misiano | Stars: Jerry Orbach, Benjamin Bratt, S. Epatha Merkerson, Sam Waterston

Votes: 312

16. Masters of Science Fiction (2007)
Episode: Jerry Was a Man (2007)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror

A wealthy couple come into possession of an anthropoid named Jerry. Based on a story by Robert Heinlein.

Director: Michael Tolkin | Stars: Stephen Hawking, Malcolm McDowell, Anne Heche, Russell Porter

Votes: 373

17. The Rookie (2018– )
Episode: Clean Cut (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Nolan spends his birthday guarding a crime scene in a law office. Bradford and West receive special commendation. Harper requests an early annual review.

Director: Toa Fraser | Stars: Nathan Fillion, Mekia Cox, Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones

Votes: 1,196

18. Dirty John (2018–2020)
Episode: The Turtle and the Alligator (2020)

TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama

Through med school and law school and many pregnancies, Betty supports Dan til he hits it big.

Director: Meera Menon | Stars: Christian Slater, Amanda Peet, Rachel Keller, Tiera Skovbye

Votes: 450

19. Home Economics (2021–2023)
Episode: Pilot (2021)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy

The show takes a look at the heartwarming yet super uncomfortable and sometimes frustrating relationship among three adult siblings: one in the 1%, one middle-class and one barely holding on.

Director: Dean Holland | Stars: Topher Grace, Caitlin McGee, Jimmy Tatro, Karla Souza

Votes: 336

20. The White Lotus (2021–2025)
Episode: Recentering (2021)

TV-MA | 58 min | Comedy, Drama

After Shane shoots down her latest career plans, Rachel is blindsided by an unexpected arrival; Tanya's attention turns to an intriguing hotel guest; Armond's renewed commitment to sobriety is put to the test.

Director: Mike White | Stars: Murray Bartlett, Connie Britton, Jennifer Coolidge, Alexandra Daddario

Votes: 4,354

21. The White Lotus (2021–2025)
Episode: The Lotus-Eaters (2021)

TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Drama

As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya's focus to her business proposal; a sidelined Rachel begins to question her future; Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn.

Director: Mike White | Stars: Murray Bartlett, Connie Britton, Jennifer Coolidge, Alexandra Daddario

Votes: 4,270

22. The Simpsons (1989– )
Episode: Mother and Child Reunion (2021)

TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy

In the future, Lisa makes a shocking college decision that hurts Marge, leading to a surprising place.

Directors: Mike B. Anderson, Jennifer Moeller | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 714

23. The Flash (2014–2023)
Episode: The Fire Next Time (2022)

TV-PG | 42 min | Action, Adventure, Drama

Barry trusts his instincts during a murder investigation, believing the suspect, despite the overwhelming evidence against him; Iris gives Allegra an opportunity to be a mentor.

Director: David McWhirter | Stars: Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Danielle Panabaker, Danielle Nicolet

Votes: 1,228

24. The Walking Dead: World Beyond (2020–2021)
Episode: Quatervois (2021)

TV-MA | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi

Members of the group put a dangerous plan into motion, while others have serious reservations. More startling revelations come to light.

Director: Heather Cappiello | Stars: Aliyah Royale, Alexa Mansour, Hal Cumpston, Nicolas Cantu

Votes: 1,168

25. Pawn Stars (2009– )
Episode: High Tops (2011)

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Reality-TV

The Pawn Stars feel a jolt of history when a guy brings in the original AC motor built by Nikola Tesla. Then, Rick and Corey check out a 1968 VW Bug convertible. And later, Chumlee nearly ... See full summary »

Director: Jairus Cobb | Stars: Antwaun Austin, Corey Harrison, Richard Harrison, Rick Harrison

Votes: 43

26. S.W.A.T. (2017– )
Episode: Pariah (2023)

TV-14 | Action, Adventure, Crime

When faced with a series of random shootings, one SWAT member's family connections could be the key to stopping the next attack. Hondo prepares to meet Nichelle's parents for the first time. Tan helps Luca navigate a sensitive situation.

Director: Cherie Gierhart | Stars: Shemar Moore, Alex Russell, Kenny Johnson, David Lim

Votes: 322

27. Never Have I Ever (2020–2023)
Episode: ...set my mom up (2023)

TV-14 | 33 min | Comedy, Drama

Unsure about her own love life, Devi focuses on Nalini's - but it will mean befriending an enemy. Pati's birthday ends on a high note no one sees coming.

Director: Adam Countee | Stars: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Richa Moorjani, Jaren Lewison, Darren Barnet

Votes: 499

28. Criminal Minds (2005– )
Episode: Fate (2014)

TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Rossi encounters an avid follower with an important secret, and a physically and psychologically damaged woman lets loose with personal murders.

Director: Rob Bailey | Stars: Joe Mantegna, Shemar Moore, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook

Votes: 1,770

29. Designated Survivor (2016–2019)
Episode: #nothingpersonal (2019)

TV-14 | 51 min | Action, Drama, Mystery

Emotions run high after a despicable news story goes viral, Isabel makes waves with a controversial appeal, and Wells finds a clue pointing to conspiracy.

Director: Peter Leto | Stars: Kiefer Sutherland, Adan Canto, Italia Ricci, Kal Penn

Votes: 934

30. Grand Hotel (2019)
Episode: Pilot (2019)

TV-PG | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Santiago risks losing the hotel due to debts owed to an unknown entity; Alicia returns to Miami and tries to revive the family business.

Director: Ken Olin | Stars: Demián Bichir, Roselyn Sanchez, Denyse Tontz, Bryan Craig

Votes: 270