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Top 10 Movies of 2012

The Dark Knight Rises tops our ranking of the best movies of 2012 with an 8.4 rating, ahead of The Impossible and The Body. 11 films from 2012 qualified, spanning drama and thriller to more, from 5 countries. Every pick below is ranked by a weighted blend of IMDb and TMDb scores and shows its official age certification.

11 movies · ranked by rating

Ranked movies

Frequently asked questions

What is the best movie of 2012?

The Dark Knight Rises (2012) tops our ranking of the best movies of 2012, based on a weighted blend of IMDb and TMDb ratings. The Dark Knight Rises, The Impossible and The Body round out the top picks.

How are these movies of 2012 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.