Top 20 Most Underrated Movies of All Time

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Hidden gems are often the shiniest! For this list, we’ll be looking at movies that don’t always get the credit they deserve. These films may or may not have been acclaimed in their day, but definitely need another renaissance. Our countdown includes "Dan in Real Life", "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang", "Clue" and more! Did we forget one of your favorite films? Let us know in the comments below.

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[WatchMojo]

Did we forget one of your favorite films? Let us know in the comments below.

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[DragonianDeity]

Prisoners really threw me for a curveball, and it’s ending was the most surprising. It was interesting to see Jackman in something other than the X-Men (at the time).

[snoozy]

20. The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)
19. Dredd (2012)
18. Dan in Real Life (2007)
17. Thief (1981)
16. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
15. Gattaca (1997)
14. Matchstick Men (2003)
13. 50/50 (2011)
12. Detroit (2017)
11. Everybody Wants Some!! (2016)
10. The Place Beyond the Pines (2012)
9. Jennifer's Body (2009)
8. Clue (1985)
7. Blow out (1981)
6. The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
5. Barry Lyndon (1975)
4. A Simple Plan (1998)
3. Prisoners (2013)
2. Miller's Crossing (1990)
1. After Hours (1985)

[danielmiller]

Children of men. Didn’t make a profit in theatres and not nearly enough recognition at awards season, though it being one of the best movies I’ve seen of the last couple decades. Seriously this movie is beyond amazing and it frustrates me that no one talks about it

[Berniekid]

The most underrated comedy, which should have been on the list, is Galaxy Quest. Amazing ensemble, original concept, hilarious work from really talented people. Doesn't get nearly enough love. It's even underrated compared to other underrated films.

[Mosf]

'The Hitcher (1986)' deserves a spot on this list. It is one of Christopher Nolan's favorite movies and Heath Ledger's Joker was actually based on Rutger Hauer's character in the movie.

[ChandaniAranka]

The amazing thing about Clue, is that had several different endings made and played various of them at cinema so people were confused when talking about the ending and it didn’t match with others experiences xD

[ThePrinceofHisOwnKingdom]

Some of these are more underlooked than underrated. Difference being they're acclaimed by critics, audiences just miss them.

[batgurrl]

Solid list. I’m thrilled you included Gattaca but I would place it even higher. Matchstick Men and A Simple Plan were also great choices

[chaos]

Prisoners was my first rated R movie and after that I watched it multiple times, it's an amazing movie so underrated and it's a movie that hits you in your feelings and I feel like it's a must see

[ThatKid]

Prisoners is one of the best movies I've ever watched. As a father, it really makes you think the lengths you'd go for your children. Jackman was brilliant in this as well as the other actors.

[atticusmcfly]

Afters Hours is one of Scorsese's most rewatchable films. Absolutely wild and hilarious and genius all rolled into one.

[Eklipse]

Lucky Number Sleven is one of the most underrated, underappreciated movies out there.

[scottslotterbeck]

I've seen all but two of these films. Each received critical acclaim, but not always box-office success.
Thief is excellent, and Gattaca is in my perennial list of the best science fiction films. After Hours is brilliant and a must see.

One of your best list! I would add The Conversation with Gene Hackman.

[KevinWood]

I fall asleep to Clue every night. Absolute CLASSIC movie!!! Underrated AF!!

[TheDealMaster]

"Gattaca" is among the most underrated films ever. Ethan Hawke has said in recent interviews that the movie he still gets approached about the most is Gattica. Everyone should see that film. Wonderful! Underdog story.

"Prisoners" is also super solid. That is acting 101. My gosh that movie is edge of your seat material from beginning to end. Hugh Jackman's best performance in my opinion. Gyllenhall and Paul Dano are exceptional.

"A Simple Plan" is a masterpiece! I'm dead serious, you will not see better acting. That movie is intriguing, upsetting, emotional and entirely thought provoking. That is the best movie Bill Paxton and/or Billy Bob Thornton have ever made. I've watched it at least 8 times. Both Bill Paxton and Billy Bob should have been nominated for an award. Career highlights for both. Rest in peace, Bill Paxton. Top 25 all time for me.

[SavageP.]

Dredd is one of my favorite films of all time and not only it deserves more attention and also definitely deserves a sequel.

[morganneher]

Thank you for Gattaca, I’m always trying to tell people about it!

[TeamRemForever]

The most underrated film that I've seen is Stranger Than Fiction starring Will Farrell. It's one of the best movies that I've watched, and it's a movie that I think everyone should see once in their lifetime.

[samkingsway]

Gattaca is a fantastic movie!! So many lessons and so thought provoking. A movie that really shows the slippery slop we can, and have at times, go down when any prejudice becomes the forefront of society. All the movies in this list that I have seen are really good. The ones I haven't seen are going on my watch list... Thanks Mojo.