1994's 'Quiz Show' Named One of Rotten Tomatoes' 300 Best Movies of All Time

A 1994 drama has been recognized on a prestigious list of the greatest films ever made. Quiz Show has been ranked alongside many of the most legendary movies in history

Who Named 'Quiz Show' One of the 'Best Movies of All Time'

Rotten Tomatoes maintains a list of the "300 Best Movies of All Time" that includes the 1994 drama Quiz Show. The outlet updates that list regularly and bases it on a combination of critics’ scores, user rankings, and review volume. The movie currently has a 97% Tomatometer score based on 116 critic reviews and an 87% Popcornmeter score based on more than 25,000 ratings.

Inspired by a true story, Quiz Show focuses on a scandal that rocked television in the 1950s when the world learned that a game show was rigged. Seen through the eyes of two men who cheated to win the show, viewers see each grapple with fame, fortune, and ultimately the consequences that befall them. The film also spotlights the congressional investigator who helped to reveal the quiz show scandal to the world.

There are several reasons why Quiz Show is such an acclaimed film that it ended up on a prestigious list like the one from Rotten Tomatoes. One of the most obvious is that the movie does an exceptional job portraying one of the biggest scandals in television history in such a personal way. While the movie tackles questions about class, privilege, how fame corrupts, and bigotry, it expertly focuses on the motivations and quirks of the three men at the center of the storm.

In addition to being masterfully crafted behind the camera, the movie arguably features some of the best performances from the era. Directed by Robert Redford, Quiz Show starred Ralph Fiennes, John Turturro, Rob Morrow, and Paul Scofield. Each of them arguably was perfect in the role they played in the movie's production.

Even though Quiz Show disappointed at the box office, it quickly became a massive hit with critics. The movie was nominated for four Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published. Additionally, Redford was nominated for Best Director and Scofield for Best Supporting Actor.

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