The 95+ Best PG Drama Movies

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Updated September 15, 2023 1.9K votes 100 voters
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List of PG drama movies, ranked from best to worst with movie trailers when available. This list takes the best PG drama movies and pits them against each other to see once and for all what the greatest PG Drama movie of all time is. This list of popular PG drama movies includes information like who directed the film, when it was released and which actors starred in the movie. If you think the top PG Drama movie isn't as high as it should be then be sure to vote it up so it can take its rightful place among the other great PG Drama films on this list. If you're trying to find a specific PG Drama film you can search this list and filter to find what you're looking for.

List is made up of movies like Casablanca and Up.

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What kind of directors have worked on PG Drama movies in the past? Woody Allen and Sylvester Stallone both have, as have other great directors.

Most divisive: The Truman Show
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  • Rocky
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    Rocky

    Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burgess Meredith
    19 votes
    • Released: 1976
    • Directed by: John G. Avildsen
    The film Rocky is a sports drama, marking the genesis of a beloved franchise. It introduces us to Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), a small-time boxer from Philadelphia with a heart of gold and fists of steel. The plot thickens when heavyweight champion Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers) offers an unprecedented opportunity - a shot at the title. Rocky's journey from obscurity to the limelight is a testament to determination and grit. This underdog tale, directed by John G. Avildsen, captivated audiences and critics alike, earning three Academy Awards including Best Picture in 1977.

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  • Up
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    Up

    Ed Asner, Christopher Plummer, Jordan Nagai
    18 votes
    • Released: 2009
    • Directed by: Pete Docter, Bob Peterson
    Up, an animation adventure film, spins a story of unexpected friendships and unforeseen journeys. Carl Fredricksen (Ed Asner), a retired balloon salesman, embarks on a whimsical journey after he ties thousands of balloons to his house. Russell (Jordan Nagai), a young wilderness explorer, accidentally joins him in this airborne odyssey. The two navigate diverse landscapes and meet colorful characters, including the exotic bird Kevin and the talking dog Dug (Bob Peterson). This Pixar creation, directed by Pete Docter, won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, a testament to its imaginative storytelling.

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  • A Streetcar Named Desire
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    A Streetcar Named Desire

    Marlon Brando, Vivien Leigh, Kim Hunter
    9 votes
    • Released: 1951
    • Directed by: Elia Kazan
    Based on the play by Tennessee Williams, this renowned drama follows troubled former schoolteacher Blanche DuBois (Vivien Leigh) as she leaves small-town Mississippi and moves in with her sister, Stella Kowalski (Kim Hunter), and her husband, Stanley (Marlon Brando), in New Orleans. Blanche's flirtatious Southern-belle presence causes problems for Stella and Stanley, who already have a volatile relationship, leading to even greater conflict in the Kowalski household.
  • Apollo 13
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    Apollo 13

    Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon
    19 votes
    • Released: 1995
    • Directed by: Ron Howard
    Apollo 13, a gripping space docudrama, chronicles the real-life, perilous lunar mission of 1970. The film features astronaut Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), command module pilot Ken Mattingly (Gary Sinise), and flight director Gene Kranz (Ed Harris). When an oxygen tank explodes, the spacecraft's crew must abort their moon landing, transforming their mission into a struggle to return home safely. Directed by Ron Howard, Apollo 13 masterfully blends historical accuracy with cinematic suspense. It was nominated for nine Academy Awards in 1996, underscoring its significant impact on the genre of true-story films.

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  • The Outsiders
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    The Outsiders

    Matt Dillon, C. Thomas Howell, Ralph Macchio
    10 votes
    • Released: 1983
    • Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
    In the heartland of 1960s Oklahoma, The Outsiders tells the story of a group of underprivileged teenagers known as the Greasers. Ponyboy Curtis (C. Thomas Howell), an introspective youth, and his friends Johnny Cade (Ralph Macchio) and Dallas Winston (Matt Dillon) navigate their way through social inequalities and personal struggles. This coming-of-age drama, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is built on themes of friendship, societal pressure, and the harsh realities of socio-economic divisions. The film has been recognized for its authentic portrayal of teen angst amidst class conflicts.

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  • Dead Poets Society
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    Dead Poets Society

    Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke
    16 votes
    • Released: 1989
    • Directed by: Peter Weir
    In the captivating drama, Dead Poets Society, English teacher John Keating (Robin Williams) introduces his students at the conservative Welton Academy to the world of poetry. His unconventional teaching methods, centered around the motto Carpe Diem - seize the day, inspire his pupils to challenge the status quo and explore their individual identities. The narrative unfolds as Neil Perry (Robert Sean Leonard), an aspiring actor, grapples with his authoritarian father's expectations. This 1989 Peter Weir-directed film was nominated for four Academy Awards, winning Best Original Screenplay.