Top Movies 2020
This is my top of the widely released and streaming movies of 2020. I rate them from 4 to 10 and from 10 to 100.
10 - 14 TRASH
15 - 24 DISASTROUS
25 - 34 ATROCIOUS
35 - 44 TERRIBLE
45 - 54 BAD
55 - 64 MEDIOCRE
65 - 74 ALRIGHT
75 - 84 GREAT
85 - 94 EXCELLENT
95 - 100 MASTERPIECE
10 - 14 TRASH
15 - 24 DISASTROUS
25 - 34 ATROCIOUS
35 - 44 TERRIBLE
45 - 54 BAD
55 - 64 MEDIOCRE
65 - 74 ALRIGHT
75 - 84 GREAT
85 - 94 EXCELLENT
95 - 100 MASTERPIECE
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- DirectorPete DocterKemp PowersStarsJamie FoxxTina FeyGraham NortonJoe is a middle-school band teacher whose life hasn't quite gone the way he expected. His true passion is jazz. But when he travels to another realm to help someone find their passion, he soon discovers what it means to have soul.8.9 | 93
Soul brings everything that makes Pixar movies special: gorgeous visuals, an emotional story, enjoyable characters, great writing and a powerful message. Thus, we are left with a smart, captivating and beautiful animation that doesn't fail to deliver. - DirectorTomm MooreRoss StewartStarsHonor KneafseyEva WhittakerSean BeanA young apprentice hunter and her father journey to Ireland to help wipe out the last wolf pack. But everything changes when she befriends a free-spirited girl from a mysterious tribe rumored to transform into wolves by night.8.7 | 90
The beautiful animation, the engaging story, the enjoyable characters and the good writing make Wolfwalkers an emotional and captivating animation that stands out from the rest. - DirectorMax BarbakowStarsAndy SambergCristin MiliotiJ.K. SimmonsStuck in a time loop, two wedding guests develop a budding romance while living the same day over and over again.8.7 | 89
Palm Springs boasts a familiar premise, but the talented cast, the captivating plot, the impeccable pace, and the great writing offer a smart, entertaining, and hilarious comedy. - DirectorDarius MarderStarsRiz AhmedOlivia CookePaul RaciA heavy metal drummer's life is turned upside down when he begins to lose his hearing and he must confront a future filled with silence.8.7 | 89
Sound of Metal is a riveting take on a simple, but effective story that delivers powerful performances, outstanding direction and sound, thoughtful writing, and intriguing characters. - DirectorAaron SorkinStarsEddie RedmayneAlex SharpSacha Baron CohenThe story of 7 people on trial stemming from various charges surrounding the uprising at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois.8.7 | 89
The Trial of the Chicago 7 delivers a captivating story, brilliant performances, outstanding writing, and a dynamic pace that offer an emotional, entertaining, and thought-provoking experience that trumps most of the film's flaws. - DirectorEmerald FennellStarsCarey MulliganBo BurnhamAlison BrieNothing in Cassie's life is what it appears to be - she's wickedly smart, tantalizingly cunning, and she's living a secret double life. Now, an unexpected encounter is about to give Cassie a chance to right the wrongs from the past.8.6 | 88
Promising Young Woman suffers from the occasional tropes, but the sensational performances, the captivating plot, the gorgeous visuals and soundtrack, and the sharp writing offer a truly unique and entertaining flick. - DirectorDan ScanlonStarsTom HollandChris PrattJulia Louis-DreyfusIn a magical world full of technological advances, elven brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot set out on an adventure to resurrect their late father for a day.8.6 | 87
Onward isn't at the same level as some other Pixar films, but the fun story, the enjoyable characters, the gorgeous animation and the emotional moments are enough for this movie to stand out and to be a solid and entertaining animation. - DirectorRemi WeekesStarsSope DirisuWunmi MosakuMalaika Wakoli-AbigabaA refugee couple makes a harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, but then they struggle to adjust to their new life in an English town that has an evil lurking beneath the surface.8.6 | 87
His House isn't packing the best scares out there, but the amazing performances, the enthralling story, the haunting atmosphere, and the outstanding writing offer a unique and thought-provoking experience. - DirectorLeigh WhannellStarsElisabeth MossOliver Jackson-CohenHarriet DyerWhen Cecilia's abusive ex takes his own life and leaves her his fortune, she suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of coincidences turn lethal, Cecilia works to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see.8.5 | 86
The Invisible Man boasts a great premise, a dedicated cast, thrilling moments and a captivating plot, thus, managing to be a fresh and exciting entry in the horror genre, in spite of its occasional cliches. - DirectorGeorge C. WolfeStarsViola DavisChadwick BosemanGlynn TurmanTensions rise when trailblazing blues singer Ma Rainey and her band gather at a recording studio in Chicago in 1927.8.5 | 86
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom may not bring anything groundbreaking, but the outstanding performances, the intriguing characters, the captivating dialogue and the impressive editing and cinematography offer a delightful experience. - DirectorSpike LeeStarsDelroy LindoJonathan MajorsClarke PetersFour African-American vets battle the forces of man and nature when they return to Vietnam seeking the remains of their fallen squad leader and the gold fortune he helped them hide.8.5 | 85
Da 5 Bloods brings great performances, a compelling story, beautiful cinematography and pertinent social commentary. Thus, it manages to be a relevant and emotional film, that might not be for everyone. - DirectorAndrew PattersonStarsSierra McCormickJake HorowitzGail CronauerOne night in New Mexico, in the late 1950s, a switchboard operator and radio DJ discover a strange audio frequency which could change the future forever.8.4 | 84
The Vast of Night plays with a familiar premise, but the impeccable storytelling, the dedicated performances, and the outstanding camera work and visuals ensure a unique experience. - DirectorChristopher NolanStarsJohn David WashingtonRobert PattinsonElizabeth DebickiArmed with only the word "Tenet," and fighting for the survival of the entire world, CIA operative, The Protagonist, journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a global mission that unfolds beyond real time.8.4 | 83
Tenet delivers a compelling premise, gorgeous visuals, an outstanding soundtrack, and dedicated performances that offer a unique and entertaining experience. However, the writing fails to take full advantage of the film's ambitious ideas, as it falls too often into pretentious, cheesy, or confusing territory. - DirectorGavin O'ConnorStarsBen AffleckAl MadrigalJanina GavankarJack Cunningham was a high school basketball phenom who walked away from the game, forfeiting his future. Years later, when he reluctantly accepts a coaching job at his alma mater, he may get one last shot at redemption.8.4 | 83
The Way Back may not be groundbreaking, but the great performances, the compelling story, and the well-built characters add up towards a poignant and genuine flick. - DirectorJason WolinerStarsSacha Baron CohenMaria BakalovaTom HanksBorat returns to America from Kazakhstan to America, this time to reveal more about the American culture, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the political elections.8.3 | 82
Borat Subsequent Moviefilm brings back the outrageous, inappropriate and hilarious gags that made the original a hit and an outstanding supporting character, resulting in a fun, smart and thought provoking sequel, even if it doesn't always hit the mark. - DirectorAlice WuStarsLeah LewisDaniel DiemerAlexxis LemireWhen smart but cash-strapped teen Ellie Chu agrees to write a love letter for a jock, she doesn't expect to become his friend - or fall for his crush.8.3 | 82
The Half of It suffers from the occasional cheesy or cliched moments, but the great performances, the gripping story, and the enjoyable characters offer an original, fun, and emotional rom-com. - DirectorKornél MundruczóStarsVanessa KirbyShia LaBeoufEllen BurstynWhen a young mother's home birth ends in unfathomable tragedy, she begins a year-long odyssey of mourning that fractures relationships with loved ones in this deeply personal story of a woman learning to live alongside her loss.8.3 | 82
Pieces of a Woman benefits from an outstanding cast, a compelling story, gorgeous cinematography, and visuals that offer a captivating drama, despite the sometimes mediocre writing. - DirectorAneesh ChagantyStarsSarah PaulsonKiera AllenSara SohnChloe, a teenager who is confined to a wheelchair, is homeschooled by her mother, Diane. Chloe soon becomes suspicious of her mother and begins to suspect that she may be harboring a dark secret.8.3 | 81
Run delivers great performances, tense moments, and a captivating story that provide a fun and thrilling experience, in spite of the expected genre cliches. - DirectorCathy YanStarsMargot RobbieRosie PerezMary Elizabeth WinsteadAfter splitting with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins superheroines Black Canary, Huntress, and Renee Montoya to save a young girl from an evil crime lord.8.3 | 81
Birds of Prey delivers a dedicated cast, a fun story, irreverent humor, and intriguing characters and manages to stand out among other DCEU movies, even if it feels cliched or predictable at times. - DirectorGuy RitchieStarsMatthew McConaugheyCharlie HunnamMichelle DockeryAn American expat tries to sell off his highly profitable marijuana empire in London, triggering plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him.8.3 | 81
The Gentlemen suffers from some cliched or absurd moments, but the charming cast, the fun characters, the captivating story, and the dynamic pace offer an entertaining and exciting experience. - DirectorAaron SchneiderStarsTom HanksElisabeth ShueStephen GrahamSeveral months after the U.S. entry into World War II, an inexperienced U.S. Navy commander must lead an Allied convoy being stalked by a German submarine wolf pack.8.2 | 80
Greyhound isn't groundbreaking in any way, but the exciting story, the great visuals, the talented cast and the thrilling action scenes offer a decent and enjoyable war movie. - DirectorDavid FincherStarsGary OldmanAmanda SeyfriedLily Collins1930s Hollywood is re-evaluated through the eyes of scathing social critic and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay of Citizen Kane (1941).8.2 | 79
Even if Mank suffers from its chaotic pace, the great performances, the gorgeous visuals, the interesting plot and the engaging dialogue deliver a compelling and unique drama. - DirectorAutumn de WildeStarsAnya Taylor-JoyJohnny FlynnMia GothIn 1800s England, a well meaning but selfish young woman meddles in the love lives of her friends.8.2 | 79
Emma. doesn't revolutionize period films, but the great performances, the gorgeous cinematography, and the great writing offer a compelling mix of drama and comedy that might not be for everyone. - DirectorChristopher LandonStarsVince VaughnKathryn NewtonCeleste O'ConnorAfter swapping bodies with a deranged serial killer, a high-school senior discovers that she has fewer than 24 hours before the change becomes permanent.8.1 | 77
Freaky may be cliched or absurd at times, but the great performances, the enjoyable characters, the engaging story and the hilarious moments make this film a surprisingly fun experience. - DirectorHarry BradbeerStarsMillie Bobby BrownHenry CavillSam ClaflinWhen Enola Holmes (Sherlock's teen sister) discovers her mother is missing, she endeavours to find her, becoming a super-sleuth in her own right as she outwits her famous brother and unravels a dangerous conspiracy.8.1 | 77
Enola Holmes isn't groundbreaking in any way, but the talented cast, the enjoyable story and the fun characters offer a fairly fresh and entertaining take on the classic story. - DirectorClea DuVallStarsKristen StewartMackenzie DavisMary SteenburgenA holiday romantic comedy that captures the range of emotions tied to wanting your family's acceptance, being true to yourself, and trying not to ruin Christmas.8.0 | 76
Happiest Season has the occasional cliched or absurd moments, but the enjoyable story, the fun gags, and the charming cast offer a heart warming and entertaining Christmas flick. - DirectorDean ParisotStarsKeanu ReevesAlex WinterKristen SchaalOnce told they'd save the universe during a time-traveling adventure, two would-be rockers from San Dimas, California find themselves as middle-aged dads still trying to crank out a hit song and fulfill their destiny.8.0 | 76
Bill & Ted Face the Music may be too goofy or weird at times, but the dedicated cast, the dynamic pace and the fun plot offer a wholesome and entertaining comedy. - DirectorCharlie KaufmanStarsJesse PlemonsJessie BuckleyToni ColletteFull of misgivings, a young woman travels with her new boyfriend to his parents' secluded farm. Upon arriving, she comes to question everything she thought she knew about him, and herself.8.0 | 76
I'm Thinking of Ending Things delivers amazing performances, compelling themes and gorgeous visuals. However, this movie may be too weird, slow and conceptual for most viewers which is something that might not render the most enjoyable experience. - DirectorAntonio CamposStarsBill SkarsgårdTom HollandBanks RepetaSinister characters converge around a young man devoted to protecting those he loves in a postwar backwoods town teeming with corruption and brutality.8.0 | 75
The Devil All the Time boasts a great cast, a compelling plot, thrilling moments, and interesting characters, but the slow pace and the unfocused storytelling keep this film from reaching its true potential. - DirectorOz PerkinsStarsSophia LillisSamuel LeakeyAlice KrigeA long time ago in a distant fairy tale countryside, a young girl leads her little brother into a dark wood in desperate search of food and work, only to stumble upon a nexus of terrifying evil.8.0 | 75
Gretel & Hansel doesn't use its premise to its full potential, but the gorgeous visuals, the intriguing characters and the thrilling moments deliver an interesting experience that might not be for everyone. - DirectorJoel CrawfordStarsNicolas CageEmma StoneRyan ReynoldsThe prehistoric family the Croods are challenged by a rival family the Bettermans, who claim to be better and more evolved.7.9 | 74
The Croods: A New Age doesn't bring anything special for an animated film, but the beautiful visuals, the fun story, the enjoyable characters, and the funny moments are enough to offer an entertaining experience for all ages. - DirectorSam HargraveStarsChris HemsworthBryon LerumRyder LerumTyler Rake, a fearless black market mercenary, embarks on the most deadly extraction of his career when he's enlisted to rescue the kidnapped son of an imprisoned international crime lord.7.9 | 74
Extraction doesn't bring a lot of originality or logic, but the dedicated cast, the thrilling action scenes and the captivating story are enough to deliver a mildly exciting experience. - DirectorPaul GreengrassStarsTom HanksHelena ZengelTom AstorA Civil War veteran agrees to deliver a girl taken by the Kiowa people years ago to her aunt and uncle against her will. They travel hundreds of miles and face grave dangers as they search for a place that either can call home.7.9 | 73
News of the World delivers great performances, gorgeous visuals, and a compelling premise, but the movie suffers from its slow pace and cliched storyline. Thus, we are left with a decent, but forgettable flick. - DirectorAdil El ArbiBilall FallahStarsWill SmithMartin LawrenceVanessa HudgensMiami detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett must face off against a mother-and-son pair of drug lords who wreak vengeful havoc on their city.7.9 | 73
Bad Boys for Life boasts a dedicated cast, some fun and thrilling moments and an exciting story, thus being able to deliver an entertaining experience, in spite of the cliches and the occasional cheesiness. - DirectorWilliam EubankStarsKristen StewartVincent CasselMamoudou AthieA crew of oceanic researchers working for a deep sea drilling company try to get to safety after a mysterious earthquake devastates their deepwater research and drilling facility located at the bottom of the Mariana Trench.7.8 | 72
Underwater suffers from bad and absurd writing at times, but the dedicated cast, the great visuals, the exciting moments and the captivating story make this movie an engaging and fun thriller, if you don't pay attention to the flaws. - DirectorGina Prince-BythewoodStarsCharlize TheronKiKi LayneMatthias SchoenaertsA covert team of immortal mercenaries is suddenly exposed and must now fight to keep their identity a secret just as an unexpected new member is discovered.7.8 | 72
The Old Guard boasts a great cast, a cool premise and an interesting plot, but the mediocre writing and the tiring action scenes keep this movie from reaching greatness. - DirectorDavid DobkinStarsWill FerrellRachel McAdamsDan StevensWhen aspiring musicians Lars and Sigrit are given the opportunity to represent their country at the world's biggest song competition, they finally have a chance to prove that any dream worth having is a dream worth fighting for.7.7 | 70
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga doesn't really bring big laughs or a groundbreaking story, but the dedicated cast, the enjoyable characters, and the fun moments offer a decent and entertaining experience. - DirectorChris SandersStarsHarrison FordOmar SyCara GeeA sled dog struggles for survival in the wilds of the Yukon.7.7 | 70
The Call of the Wild benefits from a great cast, an intriguing story and some good visuals, but the cliched writing and the inconsistent tone keep this movie from being more than a passable family flick. - DirectorJeff FowlerStarsBen SchwartzJames MarsdenJim CarreyAfter discovering a small, blue, fast hedgehog, a small-town police officer must help him defeat an evil genius who wants to do experiments on him.7.7 | 70
Sonic the Hedgehog is cheesy and cliched, but the talented cast, the dynamic story, the enjoyable characters and the fun moments are enough to deliver an entertaining experience if you don't expect too much. - DirectorNiki CaroStarsLiu YifeiDonnie YenGong LiTo keep her ailing father from serving in the Imperial Army, a fearless young woman disguises herself as a man and battles northern invaders in China.7.6 | 68
Mulan brings gorgeous visuals, a fine story, and a dedicated cast, but the unimaginative and dull writing fails to showcase much of the beloved Disney magic of the original. - DirectorGeorge ClooneyStarsGeorge ClooneyFelicity JonesDavid OyelowoThis post-apocalyptic tale follows Augustine, a lonely scientist in the Arctic, as he races to stop Sully and her fellow astronauts from returning home to a mysterious global catastrophe.7.5 | 66
The Midnight Sky boasts a great cast, an intriguing premise, and cool visuals, but the slow pace, the anticlimactic ending and the disappointing writing make sure that this film never really delivers. - DirectorHenry JoostAriel SchulmanStarsJamie FoxxJoseph Gordon-LevittDominique FishbackWhen a pill that gives its users unpredictable superpowers for five minutes hits the streets of New Orleans, a teenage dealer and a local cop must team with an ex-soldier to take down the group responsible for its creation.7.5 | 65
Project Power boasts an interesting premise, a talented cast, and gorgeous visuals, but fails to reach its full potential because of the sketchy characters and dull and uninspired writing. - DirectorCraig ZobelStarsBetty GilpinHilary SwankIke BarinholtzTwelve strangers wake up in a clearing. They don't know where they are, or how they got there. They don't know they've been chosen - for a very specific purpose - The Hunt.7.4 | 64
There are some fun moments and good performances in The Hunt, but the social commentary and the writing fail to impress. However, it still manages to entertain, even if it doesn't fully take advantage of its interesting premise. - DirectorMark WilliamsStarsLiam NeesonKate WalshJai CourtneyWanting to lead an honest life, a notorious bank robber turns himself in, only to be double-crossed by two ruthless FBI agents.7.4 | 63
Honest Thief has a great cast and some entertaining moments, but the absurd and cliched story, the uninteresting characters, and the unimpressive writing offer a passable film, at best. - DirectorPatty JenkinsStarsGal GadotChris PineKristen WiigDiana must contend with a work colleague, and with a businessman whose desire for extreme wealth sends the world down a path of destruction, after an ancient artifact that grants wishes goes missing.7.3 | 62
Wonder Woman 1984 may bring a talented cast and an interesting premise, but it fails to entertain as much as its predecessor did. The convoluted plot, the questionable writing, and the chaotic pace make watching this film a confusing and frustrating experience, mostly because of how much potential for a great movie was wasted. - DirectorPeter BergStarsMark WahlbergWinston DukeAlan ArkinWhen two Boston police officers are murdered, ex-cop Spenser teams up with his no-nonsense roommate Hawk to take down criminals.7.3 | 61
Spenser Confidential has some fun and exciting moments, but the cliched and ridiculous plot and the mediocre writing offer an unimpressive action comedy that might entertain if there are no other options. - DirectorJosh BooneStarsMaisie WilliamsAnya Taylor-JoyCharlie HeatonFive young mutants, just discovering their abilities while held in a secret facility against their will, fight to escape their past sins and save themselves.7.2 | 60
The New Mutants has a dedicated cast, a compelling premise and some enthralling moments, but the writing fails to bring depth or
inventiveness to the story. Thus, we are left with a mediocre, mildly entertaining attempt at a horror superhero movie. - DirectorDerrick BorteStarsRussell CroweCaren PistoriusGabriel BatemanAfter a confrontation with an unstable man at an intersection, a woman becomes the target of his rage.7.2 | 59
Unhinged has a great cast, an interesting premise and some fun moments, but the mediocre writing, the sketchy characters and the ridiculous plot deliver a mindless thriller that doesn't really work. - DirectorJohn WhitesellStarsEmma RobertsLuke BraceyKristin ChenowethFed up with being single on holidays, two strangers agree to be each other's platonic plus-ones all year long, only to catch real feelings along the way.6.9 | 53
Holidate benefits from a talented cast and cool premise, but the dreadful writing brings a chaotic plot, outdated jokes, and unlikeable characters that spoil a movie that could have been much better and funnier. - DirectorPaul W.S. AndersonStarsMilla JovovichTony JaaRon PerlmanWhen Cpt. Artemis and her loyal soldiers are transported to a new world, they engage in a desperate battle for survival against enormous enemies with incredible powers. Feature film based on the video game by Capcom.6.7 | 50
Monster Hunter may deliver great visual effects and some thrilling moments, but the unimpressive writing, the terrible editing, and the incomprehensible plot make this film a cheap and mindless experience. - DirectorDave WilsonStarsVin DieselEiza GonzálezSam HeughanRay Garrison, a slain soldier, is re-animated with superpowers.6.7 | 49
Bloodshot boasts a dedicated cast and an interesting premise, but the weak writing, the frenetic editing, the tiring action scenes and the uninteresting characters offer a disappointing and unnecessary superhero flick. - DirectorNicolas PesceStarsTara WestwoodJunko BaileyDavid Lawrence BrownA house is cursed by a vengeful ghost that dooms those who enter it with a violent death.6.6 | 47
The Grudge delivers some thrilling moments and an interesting premise, but the tepid writing, the chaotic pace and the cliched plot make this film a boring and unimpressive experience, that lacks horror and inspiration. - DirectorStephen GaghanStarsRobert Downey Jr.Antonio BanderasMichael SheenA physician who can talk to animals embarks on an adventure to find a legendary island with a young apprentice and a crew of strange pets.6.1 | 37
Dolittle is sometimes nice to look at, but everything else is mostly a failure: the frenetic story, the weird performances, the outdated humor, the weak characters. Some kids might have fun, but for the rest, it's nothing more than a painfully dumb experience. - DirectorJeff WadlowStarsMichael PeñaMaggie QLucy HaleWhen the owner and operator of a luxurious island invites a collection of guests to live out their most elaborate fantasies in relative seclusion, chaos quickly descends.6.0 | 36
Fantasy Island may boast an interesting premise, but the terrible writing, the cheap scares and jokes, the annoying characters, and the convoluted plot make this a pathetic attempt at combining every possible genre.