The biggest movies of the '70s

'Grease' (1978)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Though it's set in the '50s, this smash hit starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John changed the musical scene forever with its nerdy girl falling for the bad boy plot.

'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

The first movie from the beloved franchise, it follows the journey of Luke Skywalker, who with the help of Han Solo and Obi-Wan Kenobi attempts to rescue Princess Leia from Darth Vader.

'The Godfather' (1972)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

This Francis Ford Coppola-directed crime drama about the Mafia is considered a cinema classic. It stars Marlon Brando and Al Pacino.

'Jaws' (1975)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Director Steven Spielberg helped establish the summer blockbuster tradition with this classic shark film. It rocked him into the A-list of young directors, and made millions of people sharkphobic.

'Alien' (1979)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Directed by Ridley Scott, this sci-fi thriller starring Sigourney Weaver is a true masterpiece. Featuring a killer alien on a spaceship, it will leave you on the edge of your seat.

'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Considered a flop when first released, this comedy-horror musical eventually found a loyal audience at independent theaters.

'Enter the Dragon' (1973)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Bruce Lee is a '70s icon. In this film, he uses his spot in a martial arts tournament as cover to take down the narcotics dealer responsible for the death of his sister.

'Saturday Night Fever' (1977)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

With a best-selling soundtrack featuring music by the Bee Gees, this movie is a must-watch to understand the popularity of disco in the '70s.

'The Exorcist' (1973)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Starring a girl possessed by a demon, this film is undoubtedly one of the most terrifying and disturbing cinematic experiences ever, which helped launch a new era in the horror genre.

'A Clockwork Orange' (1971)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Directed by Stanley Kubrick, this film is his adaptation of Anthony Burgess' dystopian novel, which surprised audiences with its violence, sex, and social commentary.

'Blazing Saddles' (1974)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

A film by Mel Brooks, this cinema classic is a western spoof that stars Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, and Madeline Kahn in hilarious performances.

'Apocalypse Now' (1979)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Directed and produced by Francis Ford Coppola, 'Apocalypse Now' vividly depicts the insanity of the Vietnam War through the eyes of Martin Sheen's character as he searches for the evil Army Special Forces officer.

'The French Connection' (1971)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Starring Gene Hackman, 'The French Connection' is about a New York police detective chasing down drug smugglers. The film won an Academy Award for Best Picture.

'The Last Picture Show' (1971)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Shot in nostalgic black and white, 'The Last Picture Show' depicts a town where the old ways are dying and young adults are trying to figure out what to do with their lives.

'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

'Grease' (1978), 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope' (1977), 'The Godfather' (1972), 'Jaws' (1975), 'Alien' (1979), 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975), 'Enter the Dragon' (1973), 'Saturday Night Fever' (1977), 'The Exorcist' (1973), 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971), 'Blazing Saddles' (1974), 'Apocalypse Now' (1979), 'The French Connection' (1971), 'The Last Picture Show' (1971), 'Lady Sings the Blues' (1972)

Starring Diana Ross as the iconic jazz singer Billie Holiday, the film follows her life, from when she began singing in nightclubs in Harlem, to selling out Carnegie Hall.

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