Raiders of the Lost Ark
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8.9 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 242 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 233 out of 242
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 242
  3. Negative: 6 out of 242

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  1. BenH.
    Apr 5, 2004
    8
    I recently saw this movie in my film class at school and i thought it was great. There was many action scenes that made the movie very entertaining. The fact that everyone can relate to Indiana Jones is was makes the movie so interesting. I would surely see it again.
  2. DanC.
    May 3, 2004
    10
    Indiana Jones: Finally making archaeology cool! Indian Jones tops my list of greatest heroes of all time.
  3. chonc.
    Apr 5, 2005
    10
    All time Classic!!
  4. RaiderRex
    Apr 8, 2005
    10
    Totalllllllllllllllllllllllllllyyy!
  5. RogerV.
    Jul 14, 2005
    10
    As good as it gets. Long live Indiana Jones.
  6. SteveC.
    May 29, 2008
    9
    ATTENTION - INDY 4 [***SPOLIER***] The ark ends up in a box in a warehouse at AREA 51 which turns out to be a place for hiding the American Governments secrets
  7. WalterC.
    Aug 12, 2008
    0
    Who could possibly enjoy this? It was sick! Full of unnessecary killing and just like Saving Private Ryan, it makes the Germans look stupid! The Ark of the Covenant? Horrible plot device! And the theme? Barely hummable!
  8. paull.
    Aug 20, 2008
    10
    Geez, that "Chicago reader" critic DAve Kehr is not in a mood for this film and probably because he drinks too much alcohol and pills which turn him into crazy maniac! This is the best of all Indiana Jones series!
  9. adityam
    Jul 27, 2009
    3
    Are you people really serious with this movie? I cannot believe myself as I watched the movie that this has been directed by Steven Spielberg let alone acclaiming this as one of best movies. You got to be kidding, whoever had praised it so much. Steven Spielberg is a master director, but this is not a movie that has to be taken by him. This must be joke . Really a joke that people are considering it so high. The Novelette The Thirty nine steps was reminded to me when I watched this movie. Even that was hyped but isn't worth it.… Expand
  10. AnthonyA.
    Mar 3, 2005
    10
    The chicago reader is dumb... they should stick to reading and not viewing movies. this movie is one of the greatest movies on the face of the earth!!!
  11. JaysonB.
    Apr 8, 2005
    10
    A lot of fun and good actors!
  12. Allison
    Aug 12, 2005
    10
    The best of the best. Thank you Mr. Spielberg for Indiana Jones and his magic carpet ride of adventure. Desitned to become a classic.
  13. HanselH.
    Feb 25, 2006
    10
    One of the best movies ever made. From the "Paramount" opening title, to every action sequence, to the rousing John Willims score, and the memorable characters and villians, etc. etc. Danger! Romance! Comedy! Action! Adventure! This is what movies is all about.
  14. Printninja
    Mar 28, 2006
    10
    This movie touches the adventurer in you (even if there isn't one), and makes you feel that somehow, perhaps in a past life, you also trotted the globe fighting the forces of evil in search of mythical archeological relics. Anyone who can't "let go" and allow themselves to be taken in by this masterpiece was deprived of a childhood, and if that happens to be the case, I can';t imagine any better therapy then seeing this movie once a year for the rest of your life. Kudos to all involved.… Expand
  15. MikeM.
    Jun 30, 2006
    10
    Why is the "Chicago Reader's" reviewer included in the tabulation for Raiders? The lowest score after it is 90. The reviewer probably masturbates to Blue Velvet and is the guy at the party going on and on about Dr. Stranglove. Ok, we get it, you are a Critic.
  16. MarkS.
    Jul 5, 2006
    10
    One of the greatest ever. I hope that Chicago Reader guy was instantly fired. HELLO! Does one need any more proof of ineptitude?
  17. KevinF.
    Dec 15, 2007
    10
    One of the greats in action/adventure. A timeless classic.
  18. samtam90
    Apr 19, 2007
    10
    The best adventure movie ever conceived. Plain and simple.
  19. DevonC.
    May 29, 2008
    8
    It's unmissable. The action is outstanding, the romance between Indiana Jones and Marion Ravenwood was spellbinding, and the whole thing all together is just great. Despite it's flaws, it's definitely in my top 10 favourites.
  20. JoeyZ.
    Sep 13, 2008
    10
    Best Indiana Jones Movie ! This movie had great special effects ,a great story , and great acting. Probably the best movie I've ever seen!
  21. AndrewM.
    May 26, 2004
    10
    How could one possibly rate Spielberg's achievements in ranking order? I doubt you can! Jaws is my personal favourite but to me, it's simply not possible to rank them all. One thing however is a fait-accompli - this film would be high in the list. I will always remember the first time I saw this film... I was 8 years old and the film had already been out for a couple of years (this was 1983). We hired the film from the local video store (which incidentally were still fairly new back then - seems like a century ago now!!!) and headed for home for a night of fun viewing. However, just as we began to watch the film a big storm which had been encroaching for a hour or so finally began to unleash its power. And unleash it did, with thunderous rain, hail and wind, which eventually led to a tree breaking through the lounge room window! We managed to get it patched up as best we could and then resumed watching the movie, with the wild storm continuing unabated outside. Raiders is such a classic that we hardly noticed the storm thereafter, broken window and all! We were so completely enraptured with the adventure and wit and danger and fun of this film that we were all oblivious to the carnage occurring outside. The whole family loved it and has done time and time again since. Harrison Ford was made for this role and he proved that with equally brilliant performaces in the sequels. And Spielberg...well what can you say? He's a genius! Whenever I think back to that night, even though I remember the wildest storm I have ever experienced, all I really think about is seeing this all-time classic for the first time! An experience I'll never forget.… Expand
  22. JohanC.
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    A great story that was intelligently made, Raiders of the Lost Ark is the best adventure story to date. From begining to end, this movie is utterly engrossing.
  23. AkhilK
    Jul 27, 2005
    10
    From beginning to end, Raiders is a ride not to missed and a movie not to be forgetten. Refreshingly original inspite of its inspiration to the 30s and 40s comics, the film is still a delicious masterpiece worth experiencing again and again.
  24. BobbyB.
    Oct 25, 2007
    10
    This was one of the best movies ever. The theme song is really great and still gets stuck in my head. Steven Speilberg looks like my science teacher! Greatest movie ever!
  25. AndrewP.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    The greatest adventure movie ever made! Forget the 30/100 review, that is bull!
  26. Jake
    Nov 21, 2005
    10
    How thel hell did Dave kehr give this a 30? One of my favorite movies ever.
  27. GordanC.
    Nov 25, 2007
    0
    I have been told that this has been a masterpiece of action/adventure films. But I think my source told me wrong because during the film, I was quite bored, the quality kind of sucked. It was cheesy and the last quarter was very dull, I wasn't even engaged, there was no action, but a linear design of perspective. The writing and characters are okay, but overall the movie sucks. I9;m not going to watch this again.… Expand
  28. muzziklover
    May 5, 2011
    9
    This film is "The" Adventure film and an example of how to make a good blockbuster flick. Entertaining as hell with memorable action scenes, solid acting and a well told story. Absolute joyride from beginning to end.
  29. gm101
    Mar 28, 2011
    9
    Awesome movie that introduced Harrison Ford's most iconic role (sorry Han Solo fans). Only complaint I had was because of the way the Ark of the Covenant was portrayed, but everything else was great!
  30. MovieLonely94
    Nov 1, 2010
    8
    It doesn't have the same depth as Star Wars, but Harrison Ford's performance is the only saving grace in this entertaining adventure film.
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Metascore
90 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 11 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Marjorie Baumgarten
    100
    Harrison Ford gave one of his most memorable performances as Indiana Jones, a dashing Saturday matinee idol for the modern age.
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  2. Chicago Reader
    Reviewed by: Dave Kehr
    30
    Travels fast and straight down a linear plot, and the ceaseless rush quickly becomes monotonous.
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  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    100
    Plays like an anthology of the best parts from all the Saturday matinee serials ever made.
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