Stephen King Updated His 10 Favorite Movies List: Here's What Every Movie Buff Must Watch

Stephen King recently posted an updated list of his top ten favorite films that every true movie fan should see on his official X account.

It's not just a random collection of titles – it's a deeply personal and thoughtful selection that reveals the cinematic tastes of one of the greatest storytellers of our time.

1. 'Sorcerer', 1977

IMDb Score: 7.7/10

An oil company is looking for drivers to transport explosives by truck. Four men cannot return to their home countries and, for various reasons, are forced to hide in Latin America.

They have nothing to lose, but if the operation is successful, each man will receive $10,000 and citizenship. They must travel 200 miles on roads where danger lurks around every corner.

Stephen King has said more than once that Sorcerer is beautiful in its simplicity. At the same time, it creates such tension that it's impossible to look away from the screen.

2. 'The Godfather Part II', 1974

IMDb Score: 9.0/10

In the history of world cinema, there are not many sequels that have surpassed the original. The Godfather Part II is one of the first exceptions to this rule.

It took a risk by being released with the ambitious phrase for its time, "Part II," and in the end, it was in no way inferior to the first film.

The Godfather Part II elevated the gangster genre to the level of a Greek tragedy, exploring topics of inevitable heredity and fratricide.

3. 'The Getaway', 1972

IMDb Score: 7.3/10

Robber Doc is released from prison under the condition that he robs a bank. But then he becomes the victim of a setup by his own boss. Doc quickly figures out what is going on and finds himself at odds with everyone, from the police to his employer.

Sam Peckinpah, the great nihilist of 70s cinema, spoke out on many topics connected with violence and its causes. He addressed the hostage-taking in The Getaway, and it's unlikely a film has come out that covers this topic better.

4. 'Groundhog Day', 1993

IMDb Score: 8.0/10

Phil is stuck in a time loop. As soon as he turns the calendar, it's February 2nd again. The only joy in these endless days is Rita, his colleague, to whom he gradually becomes attached.

The legacy of Harold Ramis' movie has not faded over the years. Bill Murray remains a crowd favorite, and the plot about time traps never goes out of fashion.

Groundhog Day played a decisive role in the history of the subgenre – the film's title became synonymous with repetitive daily life, and subsequent flicks were destined to be compared to the 1993 gem.

5. 'Casablanca', 1942

IMDb Score: 8.5/10

Michael Curtiz's melodrama is not only a masterpiece of Hollywood's Golden Age, it has also stood the test of time. In December 1941, at the height of World War II, the Moroccan city of Casablanca became a transit point for refugees fleeing Europe.

In Casablanca, Rick, a cynical American, owns a gambling club where he is visited by his former lover, Ilsa, and her husband, Victor, the leader of the Czech resistance.

Rick can help the couple obtain life-saving visas, but he would have to prioritize duty over feelings.

6. 'The Treasure of the Sierra Madre', 1948

IMDb Score: 8.2/10

In the late 1940s, John Huston won two Oscars for The Treasure of the Sierra Madre: Best Director and Best Screenplay.

Many thought that Huston's victory was insufficient since the film's star, Humphrey Bogart, did not receive an Oscar. Nevertheless, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre left its mark on modern cinema.

Filmmakers such as Stanley Kubrick, Spike Lee, and Paul Thomas Anderson have acknowledged the unconditional influence of Huston's work on the film industry of the 20th and 21st centuries.

7. 'Jaws', 1975

IMDb Score: 8.1/10

The release of Jaws was a game changer. The movie lit the path to stardom for Steven Spielberg, marked the beginning of the end of New Hollywood, and gave birth to the summer blockbuster business model.

However, commercial success is only one side of the coin. The other side is the technical features with which Spielberg and composer John Williams keep viewers on the edge of their seats, waiting for a shark attack.

8. 'Mean Streets', 1973

IMDb Score: 7.2/10

Mean Streets, one of Martin Scorsese's early films, showcases the director's understanding of life in New York's Italian neighborhoods.

Life as a criminal is not only about crime – it's also about searching for repentance and redemption for sin. This is the path that Charlie, played brilliantly by Harvey Keitel, takes.

9. 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind', 1977

IMDb Score: 7.6/10

Close Encounters of the Third Kind is a landmark film that changed the course of science fiction.

The plot revolves around unexplained UFO sightings recorded around the globe. People see spaceships and hear a mysterious, repeating five-note sound.

Several characters take different paths to reach Devils Tower, where first contact between humans and an extraterrestrial civilization is about to take place.

10. 'Double Indemnity', 1944

IMDb Score: 8.3/10

It's hard to imagine noir as a genre without this film. Insurance agent Walter Neff meets a beautiful married woman who incites him to kill her tyrannical husband.

Neff is a strong man with a confident moral compass, but his will and mind are weakened by the charms of a femme fatale. This classic noir trope is magnificently played out by Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray, one of the genre's brightest couples.