Oscar's Best Picture About 1927-1949 1950-1979 1980-1999 2000-2023



1920's

1928-1929

Wings portrays the lives of two fighter pilots during World War I, highlighting their experiences and challenges in aerial combat.

1929-1930

The Broadway Melody revolves around two sisters trying to make it big in the world of show business, facing love triangles and professional challenges.

 


1930's


1930-1931

All Quiet on the Western Front depicts the harrowing experiences of German soldiers during World War I, highlighting the brutal realities of war and its impact on individuals.

1931-1932

Cimarron follows the story of a newspaper editor and his family as they navigate the challenges of settling in the Oklahoma Territory during the late 19th century.

1932-1933

Grand Hotel intertwines the lives of various guests at a luxurious Berlin hotel, showcasing their personal dramas, romances, and conflicts over the course of a few days.

1933-1934

Cavalcade chronicles the lives of an English family from New Year's Eve 1899 to the early 1930s, capturing the societal changes and historical events they witness.

1935

It Happened One Night follows a spoiled heiress who escapes her father's control and embarks on a journey with a witty journalist, leading to unexpected romance.

1936

Mutiny on the Bounty is based on a true story, depicting the rebellion of sailors against their tyrannical captain aboard a British naval ship during a voyage to Tahiti.

1937

The Great Ziegfeld portrays the life of Florenz Ziegfeld Jr., a renowned Broadway producer, showcasing his rise to fame, extravagant productions, and personal relationships.

1938

The Life of Emile Zola depicts the life of French writer Emile Zola, highlighting his fight for justice and his courageous stand against political corruption and anti-Semitism.

1939

You Can't Take It with You is about a family and their clash with a wealthy businessman. Showing the importance of love and happiness over material wealth.