Steven Spielberg, the master of cinema, returns this summer with his latest sci-fi alien film, Disclosure Day. Starring Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colman Domingo, and Colin Firth, with a score by John Williams, the movie marks a return to the genre that gave us Close Encounters of the Third Kind and E.T.. To celebrate, we rank his five best films from a 55-year career.
Honorable Mentions
Before the top five, notable films omitted include Catch Me If You Can, Saving Private Ryan, West Side Story, and Hook (despite its low Rotten Tomatoes score).
5. Schindler's List (1993)
This masterpiece tells the true story of Oskar Schindler, who saved 1,200 Jews during the Holocaust. Starring Liam Neeson, Ben Kingsley, and Ralph Fiennes, it won seven Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director. The film's emotional impact is unforgettable, especially the girl in the red coat.
4. Jurassic Park (1993)
A groundbreaking sci-fi adventure that revolutionized CGI and animatronics. Based on Michael Crichton's novel, it stars Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum. The T-rex remains terrifying, and the film spawned a massive franchise.
3. Jaws (1975)
The first summer blockbuster, Jaws terrified audiences with its great white shark. Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss, and Robert Shaw star. With a budget of $9 million, it earned $495 million and changed cinema forever. Spielberg's Hitchcockian approach built tension, making the shark even more menacing.
2. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
A touching story of a boy who befriends a stranded alien. Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore star. It became the highest-grossing film at the time, winning four Oscars. The film captures childlike wonder and nostalgia.
1. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
The ultimate action-adventure, starring Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones. The film blends comedy, romance, and spectacle, with a legendary John Williams score. It set the standard for all adventure films to come.
Disclosure Day releases in UK cinemas today and internationally on June 12.
