18.3IMDb14Top 1 Movies of the 1940s
The 1940s gave us Children of Paradise — and the list runs deeper than its famous names. We ranked the 1 strongest films of the decade by weighted rating, spanning drama and romance, with the official age rating noted for every pick.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best 1940s movie?
Children of Paradise (1945) tops our ranking of the best 1940s movies, based on a weighted blend of IMDb and TMDb ratings. Children of Paradise round out the top picks.
How are these 1940s movies ranked?
We rank by a weighted rating that combines IMDb and TMDb scores with how many people voted — so well-loved, widely-seen films rank above obscure titles with a high score from only a handful of votes. Every pick also shows its official age rating.
What are the best 1940s movies?
Children of Paradise are among the very best 1940s movies, ranked by rating in the list above.