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Raiders of the Lost Ark

Raiders of the Lost Ark

1981
Action, Adventure
1h 55m
You're in for thrills as Indiana Jones (Ford) confronts snakes, Nazis and one astonishing cliffhanger after another -- all topped off by the discovery and opening of the mystical Ark of the Covenant. (Paramount)
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Raiders of the Lost Ark

1981
Action, Adventure
1h 55m
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Rated 07 Feb 2007
96
98th
One of the greats. Sometimes I hate to admit liking Spielberg, but this is perhaps the most perfect action/adventure film ever made. I saw it at least three times in the theater, and in my recollection it seems more like 7 or 8. Classic characters, snappy dialogue, and above all, non-stop thrills. It's unbelievable how much stuff happens in under two hours. Barely a second is wasted.
Rated 15 Sep 2011
100
98th
Does this thing go higher than 100?
Rated 13 Jan 2010
95
97th
This movie is undoubtedly one of the most awesome action films on celluloid. Sure he single-handedly has skewed the public's mental image of an archaeologist probably forever, but at least he did it by taking the Nazi's down a couple pegs. It's hard to find movies as fun as this one. You get one of the most awesome heroes, team him up with a heroine who can out drink a Nepalese man, add the awesome music of John Williams and you have yourself a god-damned winner.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
97
98th
Possibly the greatest adventure film to date. Indiana Jones is one of America's favorite fictional heroes, and Harrison Ford is at his best as the swash-buckling, whip-cracking archeologist. It defines the action/adventure genre of film, and it's a blast every time you see it. A true classic! Awesome!
Rated 01 Feb 2007
95
99th
This is probably one of the greatest adventure films ever. It may even be the high water mark against which all other adventure films can be judged. If you haven't seen this film, you're cheating yourself.
Rated 11 Dec 2007
94
97th
Most certainly this is action/adventure movie perfection. Harrison Ford's best role, in my opinion, is that of Indiana Jones, the capable but fallible intelligent adventurer and archeologist. Not a single moment in Raiders of the Lost Ark is dull; from start to finish the film is pure entertainment. It's humorous, it's exciting and it's fun. No other film manages to perfectly mesh all these elements together with such finesse as Spielberg's Raiders of the Lost Ark. Fantastic movie.
Rated 04 Jul 2015
100
97th
The ultimate adventure movie. Perfect in almost every way.
Rated 29 Jan 2007
100
98th
So much fun that it's almost too much (not really, though). Action/adventure movies don't get any better than this.
Rated 12 Sep 2012
90
96th
A true classic that instills the sense of awe and wonder with just a touch of whimsy to create the perfect action/adventure movie. Top that off with Harrison Ford who is the absolute perfect fit for the role of Indy. His unique blend of charisma, deadpan skill for comedy, a penchant for trouble and his everyman qualities elevates this film to another level. The first and best in the series.
Rated 07 Oct 2008
100
99th
Greatest action flick of all time!!!!
Rated 17 Sep 2009
91
98th
Holy. crap. How did Indy know that looking at the spirits would be bad? I didn't. I would have melted.
Rated 21 Sep 2010
98
99th
Ford at his most charming, a perfect action movie.
Rated 30 Oct 2012
97
93rd
Outstanding, rip-roaring adventure still feels fresh and contemporary 30+ years later, anchored by Ford's authoritative, iconic performance as a kind of messy, capable but clumsy everyman spin on Bond, and the directorial smarts of Spielberg who keeps things moving at a break-neck speed while stopping just shy of exhausting his audience. Atmospheric photography and vivid location shooting also a definite plus. If the plotting is a little thin at times, it would seem foolish to complain.
Rated 02 Jan 2015
90
97th
Ford's "Indy" Jones is the coolest movie hero of all time. Fact. I mean, who didn't want to grow up to be this guy? Williams' sweet adventure tunes. Spielberg's elaborate setpieces and his lighthearted many-gags-a-minute approach. Awesome, iconic, brilliant, nostalgia-cueing. A classic.
Rated 10 Aug 2007
52
20th
Man, did I destroy a piece of my youth when I tried to re-watch this...dull, dumb and actually racist....one of the Arabs speaks Monkey, chrissake!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
94
98th
High adventure, great comedy and pure internal logic; classic Spielberg.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
94th
This is THE action film: endlessly rewatchable, excellent action sequences, a badass main character, and an epic soundtrack to boot.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
9
98th
They set out to make the ultimate adventure movie and they succeeded. It's got a rousing John Williams theme song, a man getting shredded to death by an airplane propellor, snakes, chases, a bullwhip, Nazi villains, a hilarious, lighthearted touch, a monkey, Karen Allen being fiery and feisty and too goddamn hot for words, and Harrison Ford, the most charismatic and engaging lead of all time. What more does a growing boy need?
Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
98th
I'm struggling to think of an adventure film which I enjoyed more. Absolutely relentlessly exciting and thoroughly entertaining; I really don't think that the film puts a foot wrong.
Rated 19 Jul 2008
100
98th
The greatest adventure film ever made. It's filled with millions of memorable scenes and is an exciting, dramatic, tense and comedic thrill-ride from the famous opening scene to the chilling climax.
Rated 09 Feb 2007
5
91st
The definitive adventure movie - absolutely perfect, exciting and entertaining from start to finish, funny, dramatic, tense...so many superlatives. Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones is one of the greatest heroes in movie history, and the movie as a whole is just a series of awesome action and chase sequences. Thrilling. "What truck?"
Rated 14 Aug 2007
91
98th
Indiana Jones is an iconic character of American cinema. This movie defines the Adventure genre and includes some of the most classic scenes ever put to film.
Rated 08 Feb 2008
95
98th
So fun, I'm going to embarrass myself and call it a "fun-filled romp", molded and shaped by some expert craftsmen. Harrison Ford really had his fastball working in this one. Man, do I feel bad for kids today. I got to grow up on the Empire Strikes Back and Raiders of the Lost Ark, and all they have is bad Pirates of the Caribbean sequels and Transformers. Blech.
Rated 26 Oct 2008
100
98th
I have loved this movie every time I have seen it, no matter how old I am or what mood I am in.
Rated 16 Apr 2009
80
89th
It's just called Raiders of the Lost Ark. Fuck you. EDIT: I fixed it!
Rated 06 Sep 2009
90
89th
The biopic that launched Tommy Lee "Indiana" Jones to superstardom. Playing himself, he exhibits all manner of badassery and even burns a bunch of snakes. I hate snakes too, Indy. But why did that little monkey have to die? All he wanted to do was eat some dates.
Rated 05 Oct 2011
98
98th
If you haven't watched this movie, are you really living? It's insanely entertaining. The action sequences are extremely well done, the directing and cinematography and crisp, and the writing is original and fun and everything it needs to be. Ford plays one of perhaps the best movie characters ever written. I could go on and on about this film. It's essential cinema and a classic for a reason!
Rated 24 Jan 2012
95
99th
If there is action and adventure better than this, I don't know about it. The "chase" scene involving trucks full of Nazis and relics and Indiana on a horse is the definition of awesome. Indy's reaction to being shot is one of the most brilliant moments in action movie history.
Rated 08 Feb 2007
96
97th
Classic Spielberg adventure. As much fun at a movie as you can have. It captures that 1930s feel perfectly. Great humor. Ultimately the best of the series.
Rated 26 Feb 2007
92
97th
This just has everything you could possibly want in a movie. Action, comedy, adventure, cool characters, magical artifacts and Nazis.
Rated 23 Apr 2007
99
98th
I loved it. Years later, I watched the DVD extras where they explain how they tried to go for a graphic-novel look and feel to the movie. Now, I love it more.
Rated 22 May 2007
94
97th
Sure, it's entertainment. But it's some of the best entertainment ever produced. Spielberg and all parties involved were hitting on all cylinders here. Perfect for anyone, at any age.
Rated 05 Jul 2007
91
90th
Raiders of the Lost Ark is a hilarious, action packed film filled with memorable scenes, especially the guy who shows off with the swords and just ended up getting shot. Spielberg started a great series with Raiders of the Lost Ark. Harrison Ford was definitely one of the greatest action stars of that time with Star Wars and Indiana Jones.
Rated 08 Jul 2007
90
95th
Spielberg catches the action B-movies atmosphere perfectly and turns it into one of the best adventure movies of all time.
Rated 12 Jul 2007
99
98th
A classic piece of modern American cinema.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
85th
Is there anyone out there who doesn't like Indy? The opening sequence alone is one of the best adventures ever put on film. Awesome.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
What do you get when you combine one of the best directors with one of the best producer/creators, with one of the best actors in Hollywood? You get one of the greatest movies ever made. Raider's is the epitome of how something Lucas envisions can come alive. A personal all-time favourite.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
Adventure, comedy and great writing and direction. Man is this a good movie.
Rated 17 May 2008
92
99th
Indiana Jones movies somehow have 20 minute action sequences that feel like they last only 20 seconds. This movie really captures you for a great ride. Simply put, Indy is one of the most iconic characters ever created, and this is the best adventure movie ever made.
Rated 14 Aug 2008
100
99th
The perfect adventure film! Harrison Ford is unforgettable as the intelligent and charming archaeologist who will stop at nothing to protect the ancient relics of the world. It takes cues from classic 1940s westerns and treasure-hunting movies and combines their best traits with electric humor, rowdy excitement and a compelling story. Add a notoriously brilliant soundtrack, flawlessly executed action sequences and a stellar cast? You get this gem. Dr. Jones never lets up and never lets you down.
Rated 10 Sep 2009
9
92nd
A complete thrill ride. Ford has some great screen presence and what this film does best is entertains you from start to finish. Definitely a must watch by any standard but more directed at the action/adventure genre for doing things right.
Rated 06 Jan 2010
100
98th
The movie that started it all. Easily as influential as, say, the Godfather, Raiders entertained a generation, and it's brilliance echoes through every adventure film made since. "It's important, Marion".
Rated 06 May 2011
82
74th
Fuckin' John Williams. That mother fucker can't go two years without putting down some iconic fuckin' music.
Rated 23 Jun 2012
93
96th
Featuring bravura set pieces, sly humor, and white-knuckle action, Raiders of the Lost Ark is one of the most consummately entertaining adventure pictures of all time.
Rated 15 Oct 2014
50
30th
Perfectly mediocre.
Rated 19 Mar 2007
93
90th
Raiders of the Lost Ark is the paramount example of adventure movies. Though it falls slightly short compared to Star Wars it's really quite different in its own way and offers a lot of comical depth that most adventure movies don't have. It's just one of those movies that no matter who you are, you'll enjoy it.
Rated 28 Mar 2007
90
96th
The first and best Indiana Jones film. Grasps your attention right until the very end.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
95th
A great wild ride that just doesn't stop...
Rated 14 Aug 2007
93
92nd
This is one of my all time favorite movies. This is another movie that defines a generation. Between this and Star Wars, Ford deserved his $10 million a picture. Don't read this - go watch the movie.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
Under "action movie," see Raiders of the Lost Arc. If there's any one role that could make people forget Harrison Ford as Han Solo, this is it. Just non-stop fun and adventure, start to finish. Most underrated moment is the discussion of the arc at the college--the calm before the storm.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
99
99th
Holds up so unbelievably well it kind of makes you forget it was written by the same guy who brought us Jar-Jar Binks.
Rated 17 Sep 2007
95
99th
What is not to like about Indy? Loads of action, a clever story, and twists and turns along the way. Good fun!
Rated 11 Oct 2007
100
99th
When the name adventure is quoted, is impossible not to remember of Indiana Jones.
Rated 29 Feb 2008
90
94th
The movie that basically defines the adventure genre and is still it's reigning champion.
Rated 31 Mar 2008
93
99th
The perfect adventure movie. Nothing more to be said!
Rated 05 May 2008
100
96th
Every summer blockbuster should aspire to be this movie.
Rated 09 May 2008
90
91st
If you don't love this movie, I don't want to meet you.
Rated 09 May 2008
90
92nd
Wonderfully entertaining, and surprisingly original (considering its derivative inspiration). Some great laugh-out-loud moments. Harrison Ford's never been better, but Karen Allen is the one who really makes this film special.
Rated 22 Aug 2008
97
84th
Total brilliance. A classic.
Rated 22 Sep 2008
100
99th
Absolutely perfect movie in every pertinent sense. One of the few movies that seems like actual magic, not even cinema. I'm not sure if it was Spielberg's adventurous vision, Lucas's story ideas (in his infinitely better days), Williams's riveting score, Ford's best performance, or even Kasdan's script. Without doubt, and I am always sure of it, the truck chase toward the end is the best action sequence in film history. This film should be mandatory viewing!
Rated 18 Jun 2009
100
99th
Probably the best action adventure movie ever. My only criticism is that Lucas and Spielberg chose to build it into a franchise and then sequelize it into the ground to cash in on it(see also "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Gale"). Still constantly entertaining even after probably hundreds of viewings (i'm pretty sure I saw it 32 times in the theater when it came out).
Rated 20 Jul 2009
99
98th
Perhaps the best pure adventure movie ever made.
Rated 31 Jul 2009
85
83rd
Epic movie, excellent adventure. Story, action, and F/X great. A classic.
Rated 07 Aug 2009
4
96th
One of my favourite action-adventure movies. Harrison Ford's character (forget his name) isn't particularly heroic, he's simply very talented and rugged. The sword vs. gun scene sends me into hysterics every time I see it (and apparently it wasn't in the script!). It's just excellent, fast-paced fun for the entire film.
Rated 03 Dec 2009
95
96th
I make it a point to repeatedly punch people who don't like this movie in the face.
Rated 05 Jan 2010
100
93rd
One of my few perfect movies. It has everything, action, adventure, romance, evil British guy. The perfect complement to a lazy saturday afternoon.
Rated 28 Apr 2011
100
98th
A classic in action cinema.
Rated 06 Dec 2011
97
99th
The best action movie ever made. One of the best MOVIES ever made. This is the type of film that is Worth the 10 bucks you have to drop at theaters nowadays.
Rated 10 Nov 2013
50
13th
Entertainment for 12-year-olds, max.
Rated 24 Dec 2013
10
98th
The Raiders of the Lost Ark is probably my favourite childhood film and I love it still. For complete escapism and adventure this is arguably Steven Spielberg's best film. Harrison Ford is perfect and the supporting cast is strong too. The edge of of your seat action and set pieces are some the finest to ever be put on screen and the timeless score rousingly thumps. The Indiana Jones films never fail to excite me and I can't wait to watch them time and time again with my own children.
Rated 31 Mar 2014
45
11th
what a childish movie. all i got is fuckin disappointment
Rated 12 Dec 2006
95
99th
A classic that really defines adventure films to me, though it wouldn't work a bit without Harrison Ford's sarcasm.
Rated 14 Dec 2006
99
97th
Nazis? Check. Giant boulder chase? Check. John Rhys-Davies? Check. Cannot go wrong.
Rated 22 Dec 2006
95
94th
What can I say? It's Raiders, pretty much the greatest adventure film of all time.
Rated 02 Jan 2007
90
94th
First movie outing for Indiana Jones & still the best of the lot
Rated 26 Jan 2007
94
90th
Non-stop classic action (if you believe in that sort of thing).
Rated 02 Mar 2007
93
94th
The original Indianna Jones film, and arguably the best of the series, this film is full of mystery and action, and Ford creates one of the most memorable characters of our time.
Rated 26 Mar 2007
99
91st
Like the serials, but much better done. A fair bit on the juvenile side if you see it as a grownup, but too much fun for that to matter much... and let us not forget that, whatever its pulp origins, this is a much more original film than most of the stuff that was around at the time
Rated 30 Jun 2007
95
89th
Despite the fact that the hero really doesn't accomplish much in the end, this remains one of the most exciting and extraordinary action films ever made.
Rated 03 Aug 2007
100
99th
It don't get much better than this, folks
Rated 12 Aug 2007
9
93rd
The best Indiana Jones movie and the quintessential popcorn flick.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
97th
That is what cinema has been invented for. Mythic, deservedly
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
95th
I was wondering when this movie would show up in the cycle. What needs to be said? Just look at the man, he doesn't need your score to know how good he is.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
May well be my favorite movie all time(but who can pick just one).
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
Best Adventure Movie. Ever.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
93rd
What, you haven't seen this yet? Go. Rent. Now.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
97th
I shouldn't have to keep saying this, but Indiana Jones is the l337 yo. Watch 'em! They're awesome.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
30
15th
plot is intriguing, but its not funny or realistic
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
Raiders of the Lost Ark is one of the most essential films to watch in your lifetime, regardless of your age, sex, race, or walk of life. There's something for everyone in this great classic: thrills, chills, action, adventure, romance and comedy, all of which is top-notch in every department, and all in one dense, exhilarating two hour experience.
Rated 17 Aug 2007
91
95th
A Spielberg classic. Great entertainment.
Rated 24 Aug 2007
90
89th
My favorite of the Indy movies.
Rated 10 Sep 2007
99
98th
One of the greatest movies ever made.
Rated 11 Sep 2007
95
97th
What can I say that hasnt been said before? Its Indy, that is all.
Rated 16 Sep 2007
90
98th
Classic adventure.
Rated 15 Oct 2007
100
96th
Classic must-see film. And then see it again!
Rated 19 Oct 2007
95
95th
The quintessential action film.
Rated 13 Nov 2007
100
99th
One of the greatest movies of all time, and the start of my lifelong crush on Harrison Ford.
Rated 14 Nov 2007
100
98th
This is the greatest movie ever made. It blends story with action and doesn't skimp on either. This is probably the one movie I never get tired of watching again.
Rated 02 Jan 2008
89
92nd
Fast paced, whitty and downright fun. An imaginative plot and strong acting from all concerned result in a fun family film that has stood the test of the past 20 years and is still as good today as it was in the 80's. If you (or your kids) haven't seen it then give it a go.
Rated 01 Feb 2008
95
89th
another great classic! what a difference from those stupid "star wars" movies! as good as action adventures get.

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