For a long time, movies have been an important part of American pop culture.  Some of the best movies are able to convey messages that are timeless, emotional, and moving. However, there are only a few that really stand out.

So, to honor some of these powerful movies, here is a list of the top 10 best movies of all time ranked by box office success:

1.  The Godfather (1972) winning 3 Oscars
2.  The Shawshank Redemption (1994) with 7 Oscar nominations
3.  Schindler’s List (1993) winning 7 Oscars
4.  Raging Bull (1980) winning 2 Oscars
5.  Casablanca (1942) winning 3 Oscars
6.  Citizen Kane (1941) winning 1 Oscar
7.  Gone with the Wind (1939) winning 8 Oscars
8.  The Wizard of Oz (1939) winning 2 Oscar
9.  One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) winning 5 Oscars
10.  Lawrence of Arabia (1962) winning 7 Oscars

These movies earned rave reviews and exceeded box office expectations.  Today, they are still classics and movies that people enjoy.  If you are interested in any of the classics, be sure to check out some of these great movies.