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After nearly 85 years of crafting blockbuster films, achieving numerous awards, and satisfying audiences under the moniker 20th Century Fox, the renowned film studio has officially rebranded. A recent announcement indicates that Disney, the new proprietor of the film studio, has renamed 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight Pictures to 20th Century Studios and Searchlight Pictures.
Now, we find ourselves in a new era of cinematic history. As this daring new era unfolds, this is the opportune moment to reflect on the magnificent vistas that 20th Century Fox has brought to us in the past.
10. The Martian (2015)
Science fiction is a genre that 20th Century Fox always brings excitement to. Although they have produced films in all genres, the world of fantasy remains a place where Fox has created a fantastic experience, including Ridley Scott's The Martian.
The Martian - Return from Mars tells the intense survival struggle of Mark Watney, an astronaut who had an accident and was left behind on Mars. Hearing this, you might think this plot is not new, it has even been reused many times in previous space travel films. However, with The Martian, it's different. Audiences witness the survival and rescue efforts of both those on Mars and the NASA team on Earth.
9. Young Frankenstein (1974)
While the classic work Young Frankenstein by screenwriter/director Mel Brooks is labeled as horror, it's the comedy that is the reason for the film's success. Brooks collaborated with Gene Wilder, in the role of Frederick, a gem in the director's career.
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder) receives news that he inherits his grandfather's estate in Transylvania. Upon arriving at the castle, Dr. Frankenstein quickly begins to recreate his grandfather's experiments with the help of the eccentric servants Igor (Marty Feldman), Inga (Teri Garr), and the fearsome Frau Blücher (Cloris Leachman). After creating his own monster (Peter Boyle), new complications arise, filled with humorous situations.
8. Miracle On 34th Street (1947)
20th Century Fox's films are not only about creatures and science fiction, as they have also made some heartwarming movies. Miracle on 34th Street is a prime example of such a film.
Kris Kringle (Edmund Gwenn) is outraged when he sees that the man assigned to play Santa Claus in Macy's annual Thanksgiving Day Parade is drunk. When he complains to the event director Doris Walker, she convinces Kris to take his place. He performs exceptionally well and is hired to play Santa Claus at Macy's flagship store in New York City on 34th Street.
7. Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
Divorce is a challenging topic to portray in the entertainment industry. That's what makes the classic film Mrs. Doubtfire, directed by Chris Columbus, sound even more magical. It's a movie about divorce with subtle understanding, simultaneously serving as a means to generate laughter.
Frustrated with limited access to his children, Daniel Hillard (Robin Williams) devises a complex plan. With the help of his brother Frank (Harvey Fierstein), Daniel dresses up as an elderly woman and convinces his ex-wife, Miranda (Sally Field), to hire him as a nanny. 'Mrs. Doubtfire' wins the love of the kids, showing that Daniel is also a good father. Trouble ensues when both Daniel and Mrs. Doubtfire must be present at different parties at the same restaurant, risking exposure of his secret.
6. All About Eve (1950)
Before Titanic and La La Land set records for the most Oscar nominations, 20th Century Fox made its mark in Hollywood history with All About Eve.
The backstage story revolves around ambitious actress Eve Harrington. Disillusioned and weary, Eve appears in the dressing room of the iconic star Margo Channing, spinning a tumultuous life story for Margo and her friends. Touched, Margo extends help to Eve in her career path, although it seems like Eve is taking advantage of Margo.
5. Die Hard (1988)
Die Hard of 1988 remains one of the finest films from 20th Century Fox to date. The origin story of Bruce Willis as John McClane, the reluctant hero, continues to be a benchmark for the action-comedy genre, and it's easy to understand why.
New York cop John McClane (Bruce Willis) is visiting his wife (Bonnie Bedelia) and two daughters on Christmas Eve. He accompanies her to a party at the company where she works. However, the celebration is disrupted by a group of terrorists who take over the building, holding everyone hostage. Soon, McClane realizes that no one can save the hostages but him.
4. Fight Club (1999)
A sleep-deprived, depressed man (Edward Norton) encounters an eccentric soap salesman named Tyler Durden (Brad Pitt) and soon finds himself living in squalor after his perfect apartment is destroyed. The two bored men establish an underground club with strict rules and engage in fights with other disillusioned men who are fed up with their mundane lives. Their perfect partnership faces conflict when Marla (Helena Bonham Carter), a support group companion, attracts Tyler's attention.
3. Star Wars (1977)
If there was ever a film that put 20th Century Fox on the cinematic map, at least in the world of modern blockbusters, it has to be the original Star Wars.
The Imperial forces, under the cruel command of Darth Vader (David Prowse), capture Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) as a hostage in their effort to crush the uprising against the Galactic Empire. Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) and Han Solo (Harrison Ford), captain of the Millennium Falcon, team up with the droid duo R2-D2 (Kenny Baker) and C-3PO (Anthony Daniels) to rescue the beautiful princess, aid the Rebel Alliance, and restore freedom and justice to the Galaxy.
2. The Sound of Music (1965)
A captivating, heartwarming story based on the real-life tale of the Von Trapp family singers, one of the world's most renowned musical groups in the era just before World War II. Julie Andrews portrays Maria, a tomboyish postulant at an Austrian convent who later becomes the governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children. She brings a newfound love for life and music into the household.
1. Alien (1979)
Some may find it peculiar to say that Ridley Scott's Alien is the best-known film from 20th Century Fox throughout the entire history of the studio. However, this film is not just a success following the Star Wars frenzy; it's also one of the significant assets the studio ever held.
In the depths of space, the crew of the spaceship Nostromo is awakened from cryosleep to investigate a distress call from an alien ship. The horror begins when the crew discovers an egg nest inside the extraterrestrial vessel. A creature from within the egg leaps out and attaches itself to a member of the crew.
