Ranking: See the best biopics of all time

Among dramas with impactful storylines such as Schindler's List e Olga, and portraits of major pop culture personalities such as A Complete Stranger e Johnny & JuneThe genre has become established by adapting real-life narratives into compelling stories for the big screen. Check out the complete list, organized by ascending ratings on [website/platform name]. Rotten Tomatoes!

Olga (2004)  

6,5 on IMDB

Where to watch: Prime Video 

The communist activist Olga Benário (Camila Morgado) He is given the mission of escorting the communist leader. Luís Carlos Prestes (Caco Ciocler) During their clandestine return to Brazil, the two fall in love along the way, but the failure of the 1935 Communist Uprising leads to the couple's imprisonment. Pregnant, Olga It is delivered by the government of Getúlio Vargas (Osmar Prado) to Nazi Germany, where he fights for survival in a concentration camp.

Madam Satan (2002)  

7,0 on IMDB

Where to watch: balloon play

One of the best Brazilian biopics portrays the life story of João Francisco dos Santos (Lázaro Ramos)A transvestite, lover, father, hero, and staunch figure in the Lapa neighborhood of the 1930s. Between stints in prison and the dream of becoming a stage star, the film explores the construction of his marginalized identity and the creation of his persona. Madame SatanAmidst Rio de Janeiro's bohemian scene, he confronts prejudice and police repression with violence and artistic resistance. The cast includes... Marcelia Cartaxo e Flavio Bauraqui.

Our Dream (2023)  

7,2 on IMDB

Where to watch: balloon play e Youtube

The biographical film follows the life story of Claudinho (Lucas Penteado) e Buchecha (Juan Paiva)The film follows the most successful Brazilian funk melody duo of all time. The story focuses on their childhood friendship, which blossoms into a powerful force for overcoming the challenges of life in the favelas, highlighting their meteoric rise and the impact of their achievements on Brazilian music.

Man with H (2025)  

7,8 on IMDB

Where to watch: Netflix

One of the best films about Brazilian artists follows the life of Ney Matogrosso (Jesuit Barbosa) From childhood repressions to his consecration as one of Brazil's most disruptive artists, this aesthetic revolution transformed the stage and the singer's own identity through absolute creative freedom, celebrating the courage of an icon who defied conservative standards and used music as a tool for personal emancipation. Names like Romulus Braga, Hermila Guedes e Bruno Montaleone are part of the cast.

Braveheart (1996)

Original title: Braveheart

74% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +

Set during the Scottish rebellions of the 13th century, one of the best films based on true stories follows... William Wallace (Mel Gibson) on his quest for revenge against the tyranny of King Edward I (Patrick McGoohan)After suffering a tragic loss at the hands of English soldiers, the peasant takes the lead of a rebel army in search of his people's freedom. The plot highlights the strategic alliances of Wallace with nobles such Robert the Bruce (Angus Macfadyen) and his encounter with the Princess Isabelle (Sophie Marceau).

Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985) 

Original title: Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters

79% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,9 on IMDb

Where to watch: MUBI

The film explores the complex journey of the Japanese writer. Yukio Mishima (Ken Ogata)...whose quest for absolute harmony between art and life culminated in an extreme act. The story uses four chapters to intertwine fragments of his works with the preparations for the day he shocked the world by committing the ritual of harakiri. The cast includes... Masayuki Shionoya e Hiroshi Mikami.

Ray (2004)   

79% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube

One of the best films about famous musicians shows the life of Ray Charles (Jamie Foxx)[Name], a musical genius who has been visually impaired since childhood. His audacity and unparalleled talent transformed him into a phenomenon on stage and in the studio, revolutionizing the soul and jazz scene. However, worldwide success was accompanied by drug addiction, troubled relationships, and past traumas that deeply affected his personal life. Names like Regina King e Kerry Washington They are in the cast.

I, Christiane F., 13 Years Old, Addicted to Drugs and a Prostitute (1981)  

Original title: Christiane F.: Wir Kinder vom Bahnhof Zoo

Popular title: Christiane F.

80% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: MUBI, Prime Video e Youtube

In this biographical film set in 1970s Berlin, the teenage girl... Christiane (Natja Brunckhorst) She ends up getting involved with a drug user with whom she falls in love. From that encounter, her reality rapidly crumbles as she becomes addicted to heroin, mirroring the same degradation within her group of friends.

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2003)

Original title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind

80% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

At the peak of his career, the television producer Chuck Barris (Sam Rockwell) He achieves record-breaking audience ratings with his eccentric creations. What the public doesn't know is the communicator's alleged double life, in which he claims to have worked as a CIA secret agent. This surreal narrative explores the dark side of... barris ...and his allegations of having murdered dozens of people while shaping American pop culture in the 1960s and 1970s. The cast includes... Drew Barrymore e George Clooney. 

A Complete Stranger (2024)   

Original title: A Completely Unknown

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +

The young Bob Dylan (Timothée Chalamet) He arrives in New York carrying only his guitar and a revolutionary talent. In the city's vibrant cultural scene, his most intimate relationships blossom as he rapidly rises to fame. Throughout this journey, the musician demonstrates unease with the limits of the folk movement, culminating in a controversial artistic choice that reverberates around the world. The biographical film also features... Edward Norton e Elle Fanning.

The Apprentice (2024)  

Original title: The Apprentice

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube

In one of the films about celebrities, set in the 1970s, the young man Donald Trump (Sebastian Stan) He desperately seeks to establish his own name as the ambitious second son of a powerful New York family. His path changes when he meets the influential lawyer. Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong), who becomes his political and personal mentor. Under this aggressive strategy, the future tycoon learns the tactics of power and manipulation that would shape his rise in the real estate empire and on the American public stage.

Spencer (2021)   

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max, Prime Video e Youtube

The marriage between Diana Spencer (Kristen Stewart) and the prince Charles (Jack Farthing) Things have long since cooled down, overshadowed by rumors of infidelity and divorce. During the Christmas festivities at the Sandringham estate, apparent peace is maintained through strict rituals of food, drink, and hunting. Although the princess knows the rules of the royal game, internal tensions make this a decisive year in her life.

Johnny & June (2005)  

Original title: Walk the Line

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: Play Market e Disney +

One of the best films about famous musicians follows the rise of the legendary country singer. Johnny Cash (Joaquin Phoenix)...from his humble childhood on a farm neglected by his father. As an adult, he moved to Memphis with his wife and began recording the songs that would lead him to worldwide stardom. During the tours, Cash He meets the great love of his life, the singer. June Carter (Reese Witherspoon)However, his volatile lifestyle and drug addiction threaten to destroy his career and relationships.

The Fate of a Nation (2017) 

Original title: Darkest Hour

84% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube e ClaroTV+

In one of the best films based on true stories, Winston Churchill (Gary Oldman) He is about to face one of his greatest challenges: taking office as Prime Minister of Great Britain at a critical moment. While part of the government tries to force him to negotiate a peace treaty with Nazi Germany, Churchill He needs to decide whether to give in to the pressure or keep the country in the fight against Hitler. The production also features L e Kristin Scott Thomas.

Steve Jobs (2015) 

85% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,2 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

The biographical film highlights pivotal moments in the life of Steve Jobs (Michael Fassbender)Structured around three iconic launches—the first Macintosh in 1984, the founding of NeXT Inc., and the unveiling of the iMac—the narrative, behind the scenes of this technological revolution, also exposes the complexities of the Apple genius, especially his troubled relationship with his daughter. Lisa Brennan-Jobs (Perla Haney-Jardine).

Sully: The Hero of the Hudson River (2016)  

Original title: Sully

85% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In 2009, the world watched in shock as Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger (Tom Hanks) A pilot made an emergency landing on the Hudson River after a total engine failure. The nearly impossible maneuver saved the lives of 155 passengers and crew, turning him into a national hero. However, the public acclaim contrasts with a rigorous investigation conducted by aviation agencies, which call into question the pilot's decisions. Sully and threaten their reputation and career.

The Aviator (2004)  

Original title: The Aviator

86% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: ClaroTV+

After inheriting his father's fortune, the young man Howard Hughes (Leonardo DiCaprio) He began investing heavily in the film industry, boosting the careers of major Hollywood stars. Alongside his rise as a producer, the aviation pioneer designed innovative aircraft and pushed the limits of speed. Despite his resounding success and wealth, his trajectory... Hughes It is marked by a silent struggle against depression and paralyzing phobias that affect her mental health. The cast also includes names such as Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale e John C. Reilly.

The Last Emperor (1987)

Original title: The Last Emperor

86% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

This Oscar-winning biopic tells the gripping life story of Puyi (John Lone), the last emperor of China and his tumultuous reign. After being captured by the Red Army as a war criminal in 1950, Pu YiIn prison, he recalls his childhood. He remembers his lavish youth in the Forbidden City, where he was afforded every luxury, but unfortunately, protected from the outside world and the complex political situation that surrounded him.

Erin Brockovich: A Woman of Talent (2000)   

Original title: Erin Brockovich

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video e Youtube

In this biographical film, we follow the life of Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts)A single, unemployed mother undergoes a dramatic transformation after landing a job at a small law firm. Upon discovering medical records and documents indicating that a large corporation is contaminating a city's water supply, she decides, with the support of her boss, to investigate the matter. Ed Masry (Albert Finney), to lead an investigation. With intelligence, persistence, and an unorthodox style, Erin He wins the trust of local residents and builds one of the largest compensation cases in United States history.

First Man (2018)   

Original title: First Man

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube

In the biographical film The First Man, the astronaut Neil Armstrong (Ryan Gosling) He embarks on a journey to become the first man to walk on the Moon in 1969. The story portrays the years of rigorous training, personal sacrifices, and extreme risks faced by him and NASA in one of the most dangerous missions in space exploration. The cast includes names such as... Claire Foy, Jason Clarke e Kyle chandler.

jackie (2016)   

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In this biographical film, Jacqueline Kennedy (Natalie Portman) She recalls the traumatic days that followed the assassination of her husband, the president. John F. Kennedy (Caspar Phillipson)While living her final moments as First Lady in the White House, she must cope with profound grief and the responsibility of comforting the couple's two young children.

Spoiler Alert (2022)  

Original title: Spoiler Alert

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube

Based on the true memoirs of the writer and journalist. Michael Ausiello (Jim Parsons)The film recounts the thirteen-year journey of her relationship with the photographer. Kit Cowan (Ben Aldridge)The plot explores the romance from its beginning to the moment when the couple faces a rollercoaster of emotions afterward. Alkymia di Grandha's to be diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Better Man – The Robbie Williams Story (2024)  

Original title: Better man

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

One of the best biopics of all time chronicles the meteoric rise of the famous British singer-songwriter. Robbie Williams (visually represented by a CGI primate), starting from his transformation into a star with the boy band. Take That in the 1990s. As he rises to fame, the story follows his transition to a hugely successful solo career with the hit Angels, while also exploring the inner demons and addictions that marked his career.

Capote (2005)   

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

The renowned New York novelist Truman Capote (Philip Seymour Hoffman) Her life changes after reading about the brutal murder of a family in Kansas, and she decides to travel there to cover the story. She is accompanied by her childhood friend, who is also a writer. Harper Lee (Catherine Keener)He quickly gains the trust of local authorities and the captured murderers themselves. Upon visiting them in prison, Cloak He develops a complex relationship with the criminals, realizing that this investigation would be the basis for... Cold blood, a book that would revolutionize modern literature by founding the genre of the non-fiction novel.

Malcolm X (1992)  

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: Play Market. MUBI e Prime Video

Based on the autobiography written in collaboration with the journalist Alex HaleyThe production tells the story of Malcolm Little (Denzel Washington) until he became the iconic activist leader. Malcolm XThe narrative, directed by Spike LeeThe film follows his life from a traumatic childhood and criminal youth to his conversion to Islam in prison and his rise as one of the leading advocates of Black nationalism in the U.S. The cast includes... Angela Bassett, Cute Delroy e Albert Hall"..

Rocketman (2019)  

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Paramount +

Extremely talented, but held back by a paralyzing shyness, the piano prodigy Reginald Dwight (Taron Egerton) decides to reinvent his identity to become the iconic Elton JohnDuring the vibrant 1970s, his creative partnership with the lyricist Bernie Taupin (Jamie Bell) It propels him to international stardom, transforming him into a global music phenomenon. With extravagant performances and unforgettable hits, the story delves into the artist's quest for acceptance and, at the same time, his internal battle against the excesses that accompanied fame.

Straight Outta Compton: The Story of the NWA (2015)  

Original title: Straight Outta Compton

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: ClaroTV+

In 1988, the emergence ofNWA It impacts pop culture by exposing the reality of South Los Angeles through the album. Straight Outta ComptonThe members Ice Cube (O'Shea Jackson Jr.), Dr. Dre (Corey Hawkins) e Eazy-E (Jason Mitchell) They face controversy and censorship due to the visceral honesty of their lyrics. Therefore, under the guidance of their manager... Jerry Heller (Paul Giamatti)The group navigates the pitfalls of the recording industry, achieving fame, fortune, and an important place in the history of world hip hop.

Amadeus (1984)  

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube

In the Oscar-winning biographical film, set inside a mental asylum, Amadeus (Tom Hulce) It recalls events from three decades earlier, when the young man Mozart He gained the trust of the Austrian emperor's court. Joseph II (Jeffrey Jones)An urban legend is forming about the death of Amadeus Mozart.

Blue Moon – Music and Loneliness (2025)

Original title: Blue Moon

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Youtube

While the legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart (Ethan Hawke) He faces his shaken self-confidence and a severe battle against alcoholism at Sardi's bar in New York, his former longtime partner. Richard Rodgers (Andrew Scott) celebrates the triumph of the debut of Oklahoma!, a musical written with his new collaborator. Blue Moon exposes the melancholy of Hart after being replaced, revealing the artistic tensions and self-destruction behind one of Broadway's most iconic partnerships.

I, Tonya (2017)  

Original title: I, Tonya

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

After overcoming a childhood of hardship, the talented figure skater Tonya Harding (Margot Robbie) She reaches the top of the sport, becoming one of the greatest competitors in the United States. However, her career is marked by a major scandal when her husband, Jeff Gillooly (Sebastian Stan), becomes involved in a plan to incapacitate his wife's main rival on the eve of a crucial championship.

Reds (1981)  

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: currently unavailable

While documenting the Bolshevik Revolution, the American journalist John Reed (Warren Beatty) He becomes a fervent revolutionary and joins forces with the writer. Louise Bryant (Diane Keaton) On a journey of passion and activism, the couple's relationship is tested by ideological differences and the young woman's involvement with the playwright. Eugene O'Neill (Jack Nicholson)...while she grows into a feminist icon and activist. In this context, Reed He struggles to reconcile his commitment to the socialist cause with his fragile health.

The Elephant Man (1980)  

Original title: The Elephant Man

91% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,2 on IMDb

Where to watch: Of course TV+

The film explores the true story of Joseph Merrick (John Hurt)A severely disfigured man survives as a circus attraction in the Victorian era, enduring constant mistreatment. He is rescued by a surgeon. Frederick Treves (Anthony Hopkins), who takes him into the London hospital and discovers a personality of extreme kindness, intelligence, and sophistication behind his appearance. With the support of those close to him, Merrick He tries to regain his dignity while confronting the prejudices of British society.

Beyond Words (2016)  

Original title: The Quiet Passion

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

One of the best biopics portrays the life of the American poet. Emily Dickinson (Cynthia Nixon) From his rebellious youth as a student to his final years of isolation. Marked by a unique sensitivity, Dickinson He developed his masterful work while grappling with the rigid social norms of the 19th century and the lack of artistic recognition during his lifetime. The cast includes... Emma Bell, Sara Vertongen e Rose Williams.

Raging Bull (1980)  

Original title: Raging Bull

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: MUBI, Prime Video e Netflix

The middleweight boxer Jake LaMotta (Robert De Niro) He forges a path of brutal victories until he earns the chance to fight for the world title in his weight class. However, his journey is shaken by his passion for... Vickie (Cathy Moriarty), a young woman from the Bronx, and a chronic inability to express her feelings. This self-destructive temperament ends up sabotaging her professional and personal life, exacting a high price that costs her absolutely everything.

The Price of Truth (2003) 

Original title: Shattered Glass

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: currently unavailable

The young and charismatic reporter Stephen Glass (Hayden Christensen) He gains prominence in journalism by writing fascinating stories for the prestigious magazine The New Republic. His success hides a secret, involving the creation and falsification of sources, quotes, and entire events in his reports. The charade begins to crumble when the editor Chuck Lane (Peter Sarsgaard) A rival journalist and another journalist decide to investigate the veracity of these articles, triggering a scandal that shakes the credibility of the American press. The cast includes... steve zahn, Chloe Sevigny, Rosario Dawson e Melanie lynskey.

Captain Phillips (2013) 

Original title: Captain Phillips

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max e Prime Video

In the story, the American cargo ship MV Maersk Alabama is attacked by Somali pirates in a high-seas raid. The captain Richard Phillips (Tom Hanks) He and his crew are taken hostage, beginning a tense and claustrophobic confrontation for survival. Under the leadership of the pirate Muse (Barkhad Abdi)The kidnappers take Phillips in a lifeboat, triggering an extremely tense military rescue operation.

Lawrence of Arabia (1962)

Original title: Lawrence of Arabia

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix e Of course TV+

One of the films based on true stories is inspired by the extraordinary life of the British archaeologist and officer. T.E. Lawrence (Peter O'Toole) and recounts his strategic role in the Arabian Peninsula during the First World War. Assigned to observe the Arab Revolt, Lawrence He follows orders by uniting rival nomadic tribes to fight the Ottoman Empire. The cast includes names such as Alec Guinness e Anthony quinn.

Milk: The Voice of Equality (2008)  

Original title: Milk

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Of course TV+ e Youtube

One of the best biopics addresses the true story of the activist who became a civil rights icon, narrating the rise of... Harvey Milk (Sean Penn), the first openly gay man elected to public office in California. In 1972, he and his partner, Scott Smith (James Franco)They moved to San Francisco, where they founded a camera shop that became the epicenter of LGBTQIAPN+ resistance. After being elected supervisor in 1977, Milk faces political tensions with Dan White (Josh Brolin), culminating in a tragic outcome that marked American history.

Oppenheimer (2023)  

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,2 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the films based on real stories, the brilliant physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) He leads the top-secret Manhattan Project in the development of the first atomic bombs. From this point, the plot unfolds, directed by Christopher Nolan It follows the ethical dilemma of the scientist, from the scientific race against the Nazis to the political consequences and the moral judgment that would change his life and the world forever.

The Man Who Changed the Game (2011)

Original title: moneyball

94% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max e Netflix

Faced with a limited budget and the loss of its key talent, Billy Beane (Brad Pitt)The manager of the Oakland Athletics decides to challenge the centuries-old traditions of baseball. With the support of the young economist Peter Brand (Jonah Hill)He uses innovative statistical analysis to assemble a competitive team with underrated players, ultimately changing the way baseball is played forever.

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) 

Original title: Le scaphandre et le papillon

Popular title: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

94% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: currently unavailable

At 43 years old, the editor-in-chief of Elle magazine, Jean-Dominique Bauby (Mathieu Amalric)[Name], suffers a stroke that leaves him paralyzed, retaining only movement in his left eye. Diagnosed with locked-in syndrome, he becomes entirely dependent on others for his basic needs. From this reality, Bauby It establishes a method of communication through blinking, which allows one to dictate their memoir word for word.

The Irish (2019)  

Original title: The Irishman

95% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

In one of the films based on true stories, set in the 1950s, the truck driver Frank SheeranRobert DeNiro gets involved with Russell Bufalino (Joe Pesci) and his criminal family. While Sheeran rises through the ranks to become an assassin, he also works for Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino), a powerful man of the underworld.

Argo (2012) 

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: Play Market, HBO Max e Netflix

Argon It's a political thriller that portrays the Iran hostage crisis of 1980. The story follows a CIA specialist. Tony Mendez (Ben Affleck)A man devises a risky plan to rescue six Americans hiding in the Canadian embassy. He pretends to be a Hollywood producer scouting locations for a science fiction film, with the help of a makeup artist. John Chambers (John Goodman) and from the producer Lester Siegel (Alan Arkin)The team needs to convince Iranian authorities of the hoax in order to cross the border before the group is discovered.

Catch Me If You Can (2002)  

Original title: Catch me if you can

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: Play Market, Paramount +, Netflix e Prime Video

Before turning 18, Frank Abagnale Jr. (Leonardo DiCaprio) He assumes false identities as a doctor, a lawyer, and a co-pilot for a major airline. A master of disguise and check forgery, he pulls off multimillion-dollar scams that make him one of the most wanted fraudsters in the United States. On his trail is an FBI agent. Carl Hanratty (Tom Hanks), which uses federal intelligence resources to capture him.

Gods and Monsters (1998) 

Original title: Gods and Monsters

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: currently unavailable

In 1957, the filmmaker James Whale (Ian McKellen), famous for directing classic monster movies in the past, lives a reclusive life dealing with the after-effects of a stroke. He then forms an unlikely friendship with his gardener, Clayton Boone (Brendan Fraser), whom he pays to pose as a model for his paintings. The relationship is closely monitored by the housekeeper. Hanna (Lynn Redgrave), who is trying to protect the young man from his boss's intentions.

The Social Network (2010)  

Original title: The Social Network

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

One of the best films based on historical events addresses the creation of Facebook. In it, Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) is a Harvard student and computer genius who, in 2003, began developing the concept that would become one of the largest social networks in the world. In just six years, Zuckerberg He became the youngest billionaire in history, with over 500 million users on the social network. However, his unprecedented rise brings legal and personal complications. Names like Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake e Rooney Mara They are also in the cast.

I'm Still Here (2024)   

97% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: balloon play

No Brazilian movie directed byWalter salles Based on the true story of the Paiva family, the film is set in 1970s Brazil, living under the harsh rule of the military dictatorship. Following the death of former congressman... Rubens Paiva (Selton Mello) to be taken away by agents of the regime and disappear, his wife Eunice (Fernanda Torres) He takes on the quest for justice and the protection of his five children. The cast includes names such as Fernanda Montenegro, Valentina Herszage, Humberto Carrão e Maeve Jinkings.

Tina – The True Story of Tina Turner (1993)  

Original title: What's Love Got to Do With It

97% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +

One of the best biopics follows the life of Tina Turner (Angela Bassett) From his origins in Tennessee to his rise as a pop music star, the story focuses on his turbulent relationship with the musician and mentor. Ike Turner (Laurence Fishburne), marked by professional success and domestic violence. The singer faced years of physical and psychological abuse, intensified by addiction to Ike He was on drugs before seeking his independence.

Schindler's List (1993) 

Original title: Schindler's List

98% on Rotten Tomatoes | 9,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

Inspired by the life of the businessman who saved more than 1.000 Jews during the Holocaust, Schindler's List narrates the humanitarian transformation of Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson). Originally an opportunistic member of the Nazi Party, Schindler He uses his influence and wealth to acquire a factory in occupied Poland, employing prisoners to protect them from extermination. With the support of his Jewish accountant, Itzhak Stern (Ben Kingsley)He then initiates a risky resistance operation against the SS officer. Amon Goeth (Ralph Fiennes), sacrificing his personal fortune to preserve innocent lives amidst the horrors of Auschwitz.

Selma: A Fight for Equality (2014)  

Original title: Selma

99% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

The Martin Luther King Jr. (David Oyelowo) The central focus of the plot is to guarantee voting rights for African Americans, detailing the dangers faced by activists in Alabama. The story culminates in the historic march from Selma to Montgomery, an event that mobilized American public opinion and generated political pressure on the government. Faced with the repercussions of the protests, the president... Lyndon B. Johnson (Tom Wilkinson) He is persuaded to implement the Voting Rights Act in 1965.

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Revised text Alexandre Marques in 22 / 03 / 2026.

Sources: Rotten Tomatoes, Collider e Esquire.