The Best 3D Films

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Updated August 11, 2023 27.4K votes 6.1K voters 443.4K views
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Movies must have been filmed in or converted to 3D.

The best 3D movies ever made add a whole new dimension over more traditional films. This 3D movies list will determine which of these are good films to watch in 3D.  You're in the right place if you've  ever asked yourself the following questions: What's the best 3D movie of all time? What is the best 3D movie? You can also click on these 3D movie titles that you can click for more information on the film.

There are certainly 3D action movies to this list but you'll also find several good 3D kids movies that the whole family can enjoy. You might find even a few 3D superhero movies on this list. You might even say that movies like Avengers: Infinity War and Gravity are among the best 3D movies ever made. You'll quickly discover that this list is far more than just a top ten 3D movie list. With that being said, it's up to you to determine the top 3D movies of all time. Vote for your favorite 3D movies and vote down any that you think other cinephiles should skip.

For other interesting movie lists check out Ranker's lists of animation movies, new Hollywood movies and martial arts movies. We hope you enjoy these top 3D movies!

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  • Avatar
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    Avatar

    2009
    1,952 votes
    • Actors: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Michelle Rodriguez
    • Directed by: James Cameron
    In Avatar, paraplegic ex-Marine Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) finds a new lease on life on the alien world of Pandora. Aided by Dr. Grace Augustine (Sigourney Weaver), he embarks on a mission involving avatars, bodies that resemble the planet's native Na'vi inhabitants. As Jake explores Pandora's lush biosphere, he grows close to Neytiri (Zoe Saldana), a fierce Na'vi warrior. Their bond deepens as they face corporate forces driven by Colonel Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang) that threaten Pandora's existence. This epic science fiction film directed by James Cameron snagged three Academy Awards for its groundbreaking visual effects and art direction.

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  • Doctor Strange
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    Doctor Strange

    2016
    429 votes
    • Actors: Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Mads Mikkelsen
    • Directed by: Scott Derrickson
    In the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Doctor Strange, we follow the journey of an acclaimed neurosurgeon, Dr. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch). After a devastating car accident damages his hands and derails his career, he embarks on a quest for healing that leads him to the mystical Ancient One (Tilda Swinton). Under her tutelage, Strange begins to master the mystic arts, revealing an unseen world of magic and alternate dimensions. As he grows in power, he must confront Kaecilius (Mads Mikkelsen), a rogue sorcerer bent on upsetting the balance of reality. A tale steeped in mysticism and action, Doctor Strange is a unique entry in Marvel's superhero genre.

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  • Guardians of the Galaxy Franchise
    3

    Guardians of the Galaxy Franchise

    2014 - Present
    213 votes
    • Actors: Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista
    • Directed by: James Gunn
    Guardians of the Galaxy is a 2014 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team of the same name. It is the tenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film was directed by James Gunn. In Guardians of the Galaxy, Peter Quill forms an uneasy alliance with a group of extraterrestrial misfits who are fleeing after taking a powerful artifact.
  • Hugo
    4

    Hugo

    2011
    209 votes
    • Actors: Ben Kingsley, Sacha Baron Cohen, Asa Butterfield, Chloë Grace Moretz, Ray Winstone
    • Directed by: Martin Scorsese
    In the heart of Paris, a young orphan named Hugo Cabret (Asa Butterfield) resides within the walls of a bustling train station. Struggling to unlock a mystery left by his late father, he crosses paths with an irritable toy shop owner, Georges Méliès (Ben Kingsley), and his adventure-seeking goddaughter, Isabelle (Chloë Grace Moretz). As they embark on a quest filled with puzzles and secrets, Hugo weaves together elements of adventure, family, and historical drama. Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film is an Oscar-winning testament to the magic of early cinema and the resilience of the human spirit.

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  • Jurassic Park
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    Jurassic Park

    1993
    118 votes
    • Actors: Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Richard Attenborough, Bob Peck
    • Directed by: Steven Spielberg
    In the thrilling film, Jurassic Park, eccentric billionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) invites a team of experts to visit an island theme park populated by dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA. The team comprises of paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill), paleobotanist Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and mathematician Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum). When the park's security system fails, these prehistoric creatures start roaming free, causing chaos for the visitors. Directed by Steven Spielberg, this groundbreaking sci-fi adventure won three Academy Awards for its stunning visual effects and sound design.

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  • How to Train Your Dragon
    6
    • Actors: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America Ferrera, Jonah Hill, Christopher Mintz-Plasse
    • Directed by: Christopher Sanders, Dean DeBlois
    In the animated fantasy film How to Train Your Dragon, Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) is a young Viking who, unlike his tribe, isn't keen on killing dragons. Stoick (Gerard Butler), Hiccup's father and village chieftain, struggles to understand his son's pacifist tendencies. During one of the dragon raids, Hiccup injures a Night Fury dragon named Toothless. Instead of finishing him off, he befriends him. This unlikely friendship challenges the village's draconian norms and leads to a shift in their way of life. The movie, directed by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders, won the Annie Award for Best Animated Feature.

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