Rotten Tomatoes’ Top Movie Picks for 2024
2024 has been a phenomenal year for movies, delivering stellar performances, breathtaking visuals, and unforgettable stories. Based on verified Rotten Tomatoes ratings, here’s a list of the best films of the year that left audiences and critics alike in awe.
1. The Wild Robot
Rating: 98%
Synopsis: Roz, an intelligent robot, is shipwrecked on a remote island and must adapt to survive. Her journey to bond with the island’s animals and an orphaned goose makes for an emotional and adventurous tale.
Starring: Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O’Hara, Bill Nighy
Directed By: Christopher Sanders
2. Reagan
Rating: 98%
Synopsis: A biographical film chronicling Ronald Reagan’s life from his small-town roots to his Hollywood stardom and ultimately his time as a world leader.
Starring: Dennis Quaid, Penelope Ann Miller, Jon Voight, Kevin Dillon
Directed By: Sean McNamara
3. Bad Boys: Ride or Die
Rating: 97%
Synopsis: The iconic duo is back for an explosive mix of action and comedy as they tackle new challenges that push their limits.
Starring: Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig
Directed By: Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah
4. Wicked
Rating: 96%
Synopsis: The untold story of the witches of Oz comes to life in this musical adaptation that explores the complexities of friendship, rivalry, and destiny.
Starring: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater
Directed By: Jon M. Chu
5. Dune: Part Two
Rating: 95%
Synopsis: Paul Atreides continues his journey, uniting with Chani and the Fremen while battling those who destroyed his family, all while trying to avert a dark future.
Starring: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem
Directed By: Denis Villeneuve
6. Inside Out 2
Rating: 95%
Synopsis: Riley’s teenage years introduce new emotions that challenge her old ones, leading to hilarious and heartfelt moments.
Starring: Amy Poehler, Kensington Tallman, Maya Hawke, Lilimar
Directed By: Kelsey Mann
7. Deadpool & Wolverine
Rating: 94%
Synopsis: Deadpool teams up with a variant of Wolverine to save the multiverse in a chaotic, action-packed adventure filled with humor.
Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin
Directed By: Shawn Levy
8. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Rating: 94%
Synopsis: Miles Morales embarks on an epic journey across the multiverse, meeting other Spider-People and confronting a new villain that threatens their existence.
Starring: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac, Jake Johnson
Directed By: Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, Justin K. Thompson
9. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Rating: 94%
Synopsis: The Guardians face new challenges and personal trials as they embark on one last mission together to protect their found family.
Starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan
Directed By: James Gunn
10. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
Rating: 94%
Synopsis: Ethan Hunt and the IMF team face their most dangerous mission yet, racing against time to prevent global catastrophe.
Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg
Directed By: Christopher McQuarrie
These films represent the pinnacle of storytelling, visual effects, and performance in 2024. Whether you’re into epic adventures, heartfelt drama, or laugh-out-loud comedies, there’s something on this list for everyone.
