The Best Movies About Mathematics, Ranked
With over 600 movie fans casting their votes, this list of the best mathematics movies is a must-see for any math enthusiast. From classic biopics to visually stunning explorations of some of the most complex equations known to man, these films represent the very best in mathematics cinema.
Math has always been an intimidating subject for many people, but these movies are here to show us its beauty and complexity. Take A Beautiful Mind for instance - it's a captivating biography that follows John Nash's remarkable journey as he navigates both his mental illness and groundbreaking mathematical theories. Then there's The Imitation Game which tells the story of Alan Turing and his efforts during WWII to crack Nazi Germany’s Enigma code using mathematic techniques before anyone else could figure it out. And who can forget Good Will Hunting? It not only presents some fascinating math concepts but also explores themes like friendship, loss, and identity in a way that will leave you feeling inspired long after watching it.
So if you're looking for great movies about math then look no further. Check out this list now and make sure to vote up your favorites.
- Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly
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The Man Who Knew Infinity
Dev Patel, Jeremy Irons, Devika Bhise - Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode
- Matt Damon, Robin Williams, Ben Affleck
- Edward James Olmos, Lou Diamond Phillips, Rosanna DeSoto
- Asa Butterfield, Rafe Spall, Sally Hawkins
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Morgan Matthews
A Brilliant Young Mind (aka X+Y) is a 2014 British drama film directed by Morgan Matthews, inspired by the documentary Beautiful Young Minds, focuses on a teenage English mathematics prodigy named ...more