Top Movies Of 1977

From George Lucas, starring Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Alec Guinness
Rated PG

Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope is a 1977 space opera film written and directed by George Lucas. It is the first installment of the original Star Wars trilogy and stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Peter Cushing, Alec Guinness, and David Prowse. The story follows a young farmhand, Luke Skywalker, who dreams of leaving his home planet Tatooine and becoming a space pilot. He soon finds himself thrust into the middle of a civil war between the Rebels and the evil Galactic Empire. With the help of his new friends, the droid R2-D2 and the Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi, Luke embarks on a mission to rescue the kidnapped Princess Leia and destroy the Empire's ultimate weapon, the Death Star. Along the way, they must face off against the Empire's forces, including the infamous Darth Vader. The film was a massive success, becoming the highest grossing film of 1977 and receiving critical acclaim. It spurred a franchise that continues to this day and inspired a generation of filmmakers and fans.

From Woody Allen, starring Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Tony Roberts, Carol Kane
Rated PG

Annie Hall tells the story of the romance between New York City-based comedian Alvy Singer (Woody Allen) and the eccentric Annie Hall (Diane Keaton). Alvy reflects on the ups and downs of the relationship, from their first meeting at a tennis match to the end of their relationship. Along the way, Alvy grapples with the meaning of life, love, and relationships, while humorous asides and backstories provide insight into the characters' lives. In the end, Alvy and Annie part ways, but are forever changed by their experiences together.

From William Friedkin, starring Roy Scheider, Bruno Cremer, Francisco Rabal, Amidou
Rated PG

Sorcerer is a 1977 thriller directed by William Friedkin. Starring Roy Scheider, Bruno Cremer, and Francisco Rabal, the film follows four criminals from different parts of the world who are hired to transport unstable explosives over a treacherous jungle route. After encountering numerous dangerous obstacles, they eventually reach their destination, only to find that they may have to take an even more risky job in order to escape. With its suspenseful action sequences, gripping suspense and stunning visuals, Sorcerer is a thrilling adventure and one of the great films of the 1970s.

From Steven Spielberg, starring Richard Dreyfuss, François Truffaut, Teri Garr, Melinda Dillon
Rated PG

Close Encounters of the Third Kind is a 1977 science fiction film, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Richard Dreyfuss and Francois Truffaut. The film tells the story of a group of people who experience close encounters with extra-terrestrial beings. Roy Neary, an everyday electric lineman, has a mysterious encounter with an otherworldly spaceship, and soon develops an obsession to find out more. Meanwhile, the governments of the world are trying to investigate the phenomenon, and prepare for a potential encounter with these mysterious beings. The film follows the characters as they try to figure out the mystery of the UFOs, and eventually make contact with the aliens. Ultimately, the characters are left with a newfound understanding of the universe and a sense of awe and wonder.

From Herbert Ross, starring Richard Dreyfuss, Marsha Mason, Quinn Cummings, Paul Benedict
Rated PG

From Directors: George Butler, Robert Fiore, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Matty Ferrigno, Victoria Ferrigno
Rated PG

From George Roy Hill, starring Paul Newman, Michael Ontkean, Strother Martin, Jennifer Warren
Rated R

From Dario Argento, starring Jessica Harper, Stefania Casini, Flavio Bucci, Miguel Bosé
Rated R

From David Lynch, starring Jack Nance, Charlotte Stewart, Allen Joseph, Jeanne Bates
Rated Not Rated

From Fred Zinnemann, starring Jane Fonda, Vanessa Redgrave, Jason Robards, Maximilian Schell
Rated PG

From Nicolas Gessner, starring Jodie Foster, Martin Sheen, Alexis Smith, Mort Shuman
Rated PG

From Robert M. Young, starring Bruce Davison, José Pérez, Nathan George, Don Blakely
Rated R

From John Flynn, starring William Devane, Tommy Lee Jones, Linda Haynes, James Best
Rated R

From Directors: John Lounsbery, Wolfgang Reitherman, Art Stevens, starring Bob Newhart, Eva Gabor, Geraldine Page, Joe Flynn
Rated G

From Hal Needham, starring Burt Reynolds, Sally Field, Jerry Reed, Mike Henry
Rated PG

From John Badham, starring John Travolta, Karen Lynn Gorney, Barry Miller, Joseph Cali
Rated R

From Carl Reiner, starring John Denver, George Burns, Teri Garr, Donald Pleasence
Rated PG

From John Landis, starring Evan C. Kim, Bong Soo Han, Bill Bixby, George Lazenby
Rated R

From Clint Eastwood, starring Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Pat Hingle, William Prince
Rated R

From Wes Craven, starring Susan Lanier, Robert Houston, John Steadman, Janus Blythe
Rated R

From Directors: Don Chaffey, Don Bluth, starring Sean Marshall, Helen Reddy, Jim Dale, Mickey Rooney
Rated G

From David Cronenberg, starring Marilyn Chambers, Frank Moore, Terry Schonblum, Joe Silver
Rated R

From Donald Cammell, starring Julie Christie, Fritz Weaver, Gerrit Graham, Berry Kroeger
Rated Approved

From Terry Gilliam, starring Michael Palin, Harry H. Corbett, John Le Mesurier, Warren Mitchell
Rated PG