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These are the greatest films of all time you need to stream right now
Some of the greatest movies ever are hiding right under your nose on popular streaming platforms. With a plethora of films accessible at our fingertips, choosing which film to watch in the evenings can result in endless scrolling and indecision, debating between the latest Netflix rom-com or a chilling crime documentary. But hidden away on most platforms are some gems that have been lauded by film critics for decades – and in some cases, generations. The top seven films – as voted for by critics on Rotten Tomatoes – are all different in theme and genre, and all available to stream. From Schindler's List to Top Gun: Maverick, here's a breakdown of some of the absolute corkers to watch tonight. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. The Godfather is the number one top-rated film of all time with an impressive 97% Rotten Tomatoes score. Francis Ford Coppola's Mafia drama was met with both critical and commercial acclaim, earning over $200million (£147.5m) at the box office and winning three Oscars, including Best Picture. The film focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family, the Corleones, and its patriarch, Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). The story unfolds as the youngest son, Michael (Al Pacino), joins the mafia and becomes increasingly involved in the life of crime he had been reluctant to join. The film is available to stream on Amazon Prime, Now, and Paramount. Casablanca is a classic romance movie from 1942 which has stood the test of time and earned a 99% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes. The film follows Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart) and Ilsa (Ingrid Bergman) romance which was filmed and set during World War II. One night while at his nightclub in Casablanca, Rick discovers his old flame Ilsa is in town with her husband Victor (Paul Henreid), a rebel with the Germans after him. Rick can help the couple escape – but at what cost? The film went on to win the Academy Award for Best Picture, while Michael Curtiz was selected as Best Director. The film is available to stream on BBC iPlayer With a 100% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes, LA Confidential is a 1997 American neo-noir crime thriller from Curtis Hanson. The movie stars Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, and Guy Pearce and focuses on a group of 1950s LAPD cops, some of whom are more than a little corrupt and collaborate with tabloid journalists. While it's not a true story, the film draws inspiration from a variety of real events that took place in the 1950s, and the title refers to the 1950s scandal magazine Confidential, portrayed in the film as Hush-Hush. LA Confidential is available to stream on Disney Plus. With a 100% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes, Seven Samurai is a 1954 Japanese epic samurai action film directed by Akira Kurosawa. The film follows a village of farmers who, out of desperation, attempt to hire a samurai who will fight off the bandits who steal their crops. The critics' consensus on Rotten Tomatoes reads: 'Arguably Akira Kurosawa's masterpiece, The Seven Samurai is an epic adventure classic with an engrossing story, memorable characters, and stunning action sequences that make it one of the most influential films ever made.' The film is available to watch on Amazon Prime. The Godfather (1972) Casablanca (1942) L.A. Confidential (1997) Seven Samurai (1954) Parasite (2019) Schindler's List (1993) Top Gun: Maverick (2022) Chinatown (1974) On the Waterfront (1954) Toy Story 2 (1999) Rear Window (1954) The Battle of Algiers (1966) Modern Times (1936) Finding Nemo (2003) How to Train Your Dragon (2010) Toy Story 3 (2010) Up (2009) All About Eve (1950) Godzilla Minus One (2023) Toy Story (1995) With a 100% ranking, the 2019 Korean movie Parasite was a blockbuster hit, following the wealthy Park family and the destitute Kim clan who ingratiate themselves in the Park's lives. The film came from writer-director Bong Joon Ho, and received huge oscar buzz, snagging the Palme d'Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 92nd Academy Awards, as well as five other Oscars. Parasite is available to stream on Netflix. Schindler's List is Steven Spielberg's World War II epic starring Liam Neeson. Despite being released in 1993, the film is entirely in black and white – except for one haunting piece of colour used devastatingly in the film. Schindler's List focuses on Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist who saved more than a thousand mostly Polish–Jewish refugees from the Holocaust. The film shows how Schindler used bribery and his status as a prominent businessman to employ over a thousand people and save them from the concentration camps. With a 98% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is considered a classic and has been lauded as powerful and brutal. The film is available to stream on Netflix and Now. Released in 2022, Top Gun: Maverick is the long-awaited sequel to the hit 1986 film, Top Gun More Trending Starring Tom Cruise reprising his role, the film has an A-list cast with Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, and Monica Barbaro all starring. The movie has a 96% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes and follows the Maverick (Cruise) a naval aviator who is forced to confront his past while training a group of younger Top Gun graduates – including the son of his dead best friend – for his most dangerous mission yet. The movie is available to stream on Channel 4. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Doctor Who fans finally get sci-fi crossover they've been waiting 20 years for MORE: The Vivienne was going to play 80s legend in movie – 'we had it all planned' MORE: TV fans defend 'unbelievably stupid' crime thriller that's streaming for free
Yahoo
28-05-2025
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Mission: Impossible 8 Director on Why Rebecca Ferguson's Ilsa Doesn't Return
Christopher McQuarrie has explained why Mission: Impossible 8 did not bring back Rebecca Ferguson's Ilsa Faust, addressing fan reactions following her death in the previous film. He emphasized the importance of permanent consequences in the franchise's storytelling. McQuarrie also discussed how this decision supports the series' emotional impact and realism. Rebecca Ferguson's character, Ilsa Faust, does not return in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning following her death in Dead Reckoning. Despite fan backlash and theories suggesting she might have survived. Director Christopher McQuarrie has confirmed her death is permanent. Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, McQuarrie said, 'The death of essential characters has followed Ethan throughout every one of these movies. I don't think up until that point a character that resonated so deeply with the audience had died… that wouldn't motivate me to undo the one thing that gives Mission: Impossible teeth, which is death is permanent.' He emphasized that undoing her death would weaken the franchise's emotional stakes and credibility. Fan theories suggested that Ilsa faked her death as part of a plan against the Entity, supported by Ethan's earlier instructions and symbolic cues from the title Dead Reckoning. Some pointed to Biblical allusions and narrative gaps as signs that she might reappear. However, McQuarrie dismissed these speculations following the film's release. Since Dead Reckoning premiered in 2023, McQuarrie has repeatedly addressed the issue, stating that Ilsa's death serves a narrative purpose and that they will not reverse it. Now that The Final Reckoning is in theaters, the creative team confirms Ilsa's absence to maintain continuity and emotional weight. The eighth installment, written by McQuarrie and Erik Jendresen, sees Ethan Hunt and his IMF team confronting the AI known as the Entity. While several returning characters appear in The Final Reckoning, Ferguson's Ilsa is notably absent due to the story's commitment to realistic consequences. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning released on May 23, 2025, with a runtime of 170 minutes. It is directed by Christopher McQuarrie, who previously directed several entries in the franchise. The post Mission: Impossible 8 Director on Why Rebecca Ferguson's Ilsa Doesn't Return appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
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16-02-2025
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Port Hedland in Western Australia's Pilbara region reopens after Tropical Cyclone Zelia
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Western Australia's Port Hedland reopened, the port's operator said late on Saturday, after Tropical Cyclone Zelia hit the state's iron ore rich Pilbara region on Friday. Pilbara Ports said on its website that Port Hedland, the world's largest iron ore hub, reopened after being shut on Wednesday due to the approach of Zelia, the most severe storm to hit the Pilbara coast since Cyclone Ilsa in April 2023. "Pilbara Ports has undertaken inspections of navigation aids, channels and berths and has confirmed safe operations can resume," the operator said, referring to the port located about 1,301 km (808 miles) north of state capital Perth. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. The nearby ports of Dampier and Varanus Island, a gathering and processing hub for oil and gas, reopened late on Friday. Zelia, which crossed the coast near Port Hedland as a category five cyclone, the highest danger rating, brought with it heavy rain and wind gusts up to 290 kph (180 mph). It moved south and weakened to a category four, sparing the town's population centre from its most destructive winds, before easing to a tropical low as it moved inland on Saturday. The nation's weather forecaster said late on Saturday that the low was weakening in the south of the Pilbara, a region twice the size of the United Kingdom "The immediate threat of severe weather has passed," the forecaster said on its website. Port Hedland is used by BHP Group, Fortescue and billionaire Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting. The Dampier and Cape Lambert ports ship iron ore from Rio Tinto, which expected ship movements to resume on Saturday afternoon. Fortescue said on Saturday it was assessing its operational sites such as roads, villages and mines but advised that the cyclone had done minimal damage. BHP, which on Thursday paused its Port Hedland operations for safety, said on Saturday that the cyclone had not caused any major damage at its sites.
Reuters
15-02-2025
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Port Hedland in Western Australia's Pilbara region reopens after Tropical Cyclone Zelia
SYDNEY, Feb 16 (Reuters) - Western Australia's Port Hedland reopened, the port's operator said late on Saturday, after Tropical Cyclone Zelia hit the state's iron ore rich Pilbara region on Friday. Pilbara Ports said on its website that Port Hedland, the world's largest iron ore hub, reopened after being shut on Wednesday due to the approach of Zelia, the most severe storm to hit the Pilbara coast since Cyclone Ilsa in April 2023. "Pilbara Ports has undertaken inspections of navigation aids, channels and berths and has confirmed safe operations can resume," the operator said, referring to the port located about 1,301 km (808 miles) north of state capital Perth. The nearby ports of Dampier and Varanus Island, a gathering and processing hub for oil and gas, reopened late on Friday. Zelia, which crossed the coast near Port Hedland as a category five cyclone, the highest danger rating, brought with it heavy rain and wind gusts up to 290 kph (180 mph). It moved south and weakened to a category four, sparing the town's population centre from its most destructive winds, before easing to a tropical low as it moved inland on Saturday. The nation's weather forecaster said late on Saturday that the low was weakening in the south of the Pilbara, a region twice the size of the United Kingdom "The immediate threat of severe weather has passed," the forecaster said on its website. Port Hedland is used by BHP Group, Fortescue and billionaire Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting. The Dampier and Cape Lambert ports ship iron ore from Rio Tinto, which expected ship movements to resume on Saturday afternoon. Fortescue said on Saturday it was assessing its operational sites such as roads, villages and mines but advised that the cyclone had done minimal damage. BHP, which on Thursday paused its Port Hedland operations for safety, said on Saturday that the cyclone had not caused any major damage at its sites.
Yahoo
15-02-2025
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Two ports in Western Australia's Pilbara region reopen after Tropical Cyclone Zelia
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Western Australia's ports of Dampier and Varanus Island reopened, the ports' operator said, after Tropical Cyclone Zelia hit the state's Pilbara iron ore region on Friday. Pilbara Ports said on its website late on Friday the ports, a gathering and processing hub for oil and gas, reopened after being shut on Thursday evening as Zelia, the most severe storm to hit the Pilbara coast since Cyclone Ilsa in April 2023, approached. "Pilbara Ports has undertaken inspections of navigation aids, channels and berths and has confirmed safe operations can resume," the operator said in the alert. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Zelia brought heavy rain and wind gusts up to 290 kph (180 mph) when it made landfall and its approach prompted the closure of the world's largest iron ore hub of Port Hedland on Wednesday. The region's Cape Lambert port also shut. Pilbara Ports did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether Port Hedland remained closed on Saturday, after Zelia crossed the coast near the port just after 12 p.m. (0400 GMT) on Friday as a category five cyclone, the highest danger rating. It then moved south and weakened to a category four, sparing the town's population centre from its most destructive winds. The nation's weather forecaster said on Saturday that Zelia, now downgraded to a tropical low, was "dissipating over the inland Pilbara". "Ex-Tropical Cyclone Zelia is below cyclone intensity and is continuing to weaken as it moves slowly south and further inland through the eastern Pilbara," the forecaster said on its website. Even so, senior forecaster meteorologist, Angus Hines, told the Australian Broadcasting Corp that some Pilbara towns could become cut off as water levels rose due to heavy rain brought by the ex-cyclone. An emergency warning was in place on Saturday for residents between the remote Pilbara towns of Warralong to Marble Bar, about 157 km (97 miles) southeast of Port Hedland, Western Australia's Department of Fire and Emergency Services said. Port Hedland is used by BHP Group, Fortescue and billionaire Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting, while the Dampier and Cape Lambert ports ship iron ore from Rio Tinto. BHP and Fortescue said separately on Friday that their Port Hedland operations had been paused for safety and that teams had been instructed to shelter at home or at camp. Fortescue said it had also closed its Iron Bridge mining operations and cancelled non-essential travel to Pilbara sites. BHP, Fortescue and Rio Tinto did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Saturday.
