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Ranker is a leading platform for crowdsourced rankings, covering a wide range of topics from movies to food. We value the collective opinions of millions more than just one critic's viewpoint. With 40 million unique visitors each month, Ranker ranks highly among consumer websites in terms of time spent per visit, averaging over 4 minutes, as reported by comScore. Our focus on visitor engagement leads to more than 15 million votes cast monthly across over 100,000 lists, including highly competitive topics like "best movies of all time," which alone has garnered over 4.3 million votes. Over one billion votes have contributed to Ranker Insights, a rich resource filled with psychographic data that reveals interesting patterns, such as "people who enjoy X are also likely to enjoy Y." This valuable information helps marketers, studios, and platforms gain a better understanding of consumer preferences. These insights are perfect for reaching new audiences, creating more captivating campaigns, or guiding content suggestions. Keep an eye out for our upcoming “Watchworthy” app, which will utilize these insights. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Ranker is a profitable company with a growing team of over 90 employees.

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Why First Blood Has The Highest Rotten Tomatoes Score Of Any Stallone Action Movie

9 hours ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

In 1982, a film hit theaters that would forever change how we see action heroes. First Blood introduced us to John Rambo, a Vietnam veteran whose confrontation with small-town police spirals into a one-man war. Unlike the bombastic sequels that followed, the original film struck a nerve with both critics and audiences for its surprising restraint and psychological depth.
12 Secrets About Chewbacca That Even Die Hard Star Wars Fans Don't Know

23 hours ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

The towering, fur-covered companion who forever changed how we hear roars and growls in cinema has been a Star Wars staple since the original film debuted in 1977. While most fans know Chewbacca as Han Solo's loyal co-pilot with impressive strength and an iconic bowcaster, there's much more to this beloved Wookiee than meets the eye. Beneath the familiar exterior lies a complex character with a rich backstory spanning centuries of galactic history.
The Most Controversial Netflix Original Movies That Sparked Major Backlash

1 day ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

Maïmouna Doucouré's "Cuties" became Netflix's most controversial acquisition after its poster and marketing sparked widespread outrage. The French coming-of-age drama follows an 11-year-old Senegalese immigrant who joins a provocative dance group, but Netflix's promotional materials were accused of sexualizing the young actresses.
How The 'We Were Soldiers' Cast Aged 20+ Years After Vietnam War Epic

1 day ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

When We Were Soldiers hit theaters in 2002, it stood apart from other Vietnam War films by focusing on historical accuracy and the human cost of battle. Based on the book We Were Soldiers Once... and Young by Lieutenant General Hal Moore and reporter Joseph L. Galloway, the film depicted the first major battle between U.S. and North Vietnamese forces on November 14, 1965.
Ranking All 8 View Askewniverse Movies Before Jay And Silent Bob Store Wars Arrives

1 day ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

Kevin Smith's View Askewniverse has been making audiences laugh for three decades with its unmistakable blend of pop culture references, foul-mouthed dialogue, and surprisingly heartfelt moments. What began as a black-and-white indie film shot for just $27,575 has evolved into a beloved cinematic universe that's survived Hollywood's changing landscapes and Smith's own creative evolution.
12 Surprisingly Accurate Scientific Details On 'The Expanse'

1 day ago | ranker.com | Rafa Boladeras

Not every book series can successfully make the leap to the small screen, but The Expanse, based on the series of sci-fi books written by James S. A. Corey, is a fantastic exception. The show has some incredible episodes where politics, spaceship battles, and personal stories collide, creating an unforgettable viewing experience. The Expanse is special because it’s science fiction, yet it focuses much more on science than fiction. In fact, it's one of the most realistic series set in space ever made.
Every Cyberpunk Movie Keanu Reeves Has Made Ranked From Worst To Best

1 day ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

Keanu Reeves and cyberpunk cinema have become practically synonymous over the past three decades. Since his breakthrough as a data courier in 1995's Johnny Mnemonic, Reeves has consistently returned to dystopian futures where technology both empowers and enslaves humanity. His uniquely detached yet soulful acting style makes him the perfect vessel for characters navigating the blurred lines between human and machine, reality and simulation.
Every Star Wars Movie That Completely Wasted Its Most Compelling Character

2 days ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

How the film sets up the character: Darth Maul encapsulates Star Wars' most egregious character waste, a villain so visually striking and physically menacing that his premature exit from the saga feels almost criminal. With his red-and-black facial tattooing, crown of horns, and double-bladed lightsaber, Maul represented everything that could make the prequel trilogy's villains distinctive.
Controversial Clothes Stories That Split The Internet

3 days ago | ranker.com | Rafa Boladeras

From Redditor u/ThrwayAurorasMom:I (34F) have two kids (8M & 4F). My daughter's name is Aurora. My husband (36M) and I chose that name because it was slightly similar to my late FIL's, and worked well with our last names. It had nothing to do with the princess from Sleeping Beauty. Despite that, we've had fun with that movie in the past, and ever since my daughter realized that she shared names with a Disney character, Princess Aurora has been her favorite.
Every Actor Who Turned Down Roles In The Matrix Before It Became A Cultural Phenomenon

3 days ago | ranker.com | Jason Bancroft

Hollywood legend Sean Connery was offered the role of the Architect, the program that created the Matrix, which appears in the sequels. Connery allegedly turned down the role because he didn't understand the script, stating in an interview about turning down roles for both The Matrix and Lord of The Rings,I couldn't understand either of them when I read them. The role eventually went to Helmut Bakaitis, who delivered the Architect's complex monologues with cold, calculated precision.