Best Epic Movies

From sweeping romantic sagas like Gone with the Wind to unforgettable adventures like Lawrence of Arabia, some movies were just made for the big screen. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy them at home, too. And who knows -- some might even lead to some great family discussions.

Browse Best Epic Movies

  • Gone with the Wind Review
    Gone with the Wind
    Still one of Hollywood's best sweeping epics.
    AGE
    10
     
  • Dances with Wolves Review
    Dances with Wolves
    A grand, sweeping journey with graphic violence.
    AGE
    13
     
  • Forrest Gump Review
    Forrest Gump
    Moving and wonderful, but parent preview a good idea.
    AGE
    13
     
  • Lawrence of Arabia Review
    Lawrence of Arabia
    Mature teens will appreciate this gripping epic.
    AGE
    13
     
  • Spartacus Review
    Spartacus
    Thrilling epic is too intense for the youngest.
    AGE
    13
     
  • Gladiator Review
    Gladiator
    Really excellent but really violent Oscar winner.
    AGE
    15
     
  • Glory Review
    Glory
    Excellent Civil War movie for mature teens.
    AGE
    15
     
  • The Patriot Review
    The Patriot

    Many graphic battle scenes, not for all teens.

    AGE
    15
     
  • Braveheart Review
    Braveheart
    Mel Gibson's Oscared, bloody Scottish spectacle.
    AGE
    16
     
  • My Family (Mi Familia) Review
    My Family (Mi Familia)
    Epic, dramatic tale of a Mexican-American family.
    AGE
    16
     

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