Art prints are popular to decorate with as a way to express ourselves. The same goes for movie posters print design. The most famous movie posters of all time are iconic pieces of art that many people love to collect, with a mix of sci-fi, fantasy, horror, romance, and comedy.
Posters and art prints, both old and new motives, fascinate people and can be found in homes, offices, or hung on a wall at work. Let’s check out 11 of the most famous movie posters since the 1970s and until today! Which title do you think should make it to the list?
A Clockwork Orange (1971)
One of the most controversial movies and with a dark sense of humor, A Clockwork Orange, got its iconic poster thanks to the work of Bill Gold and Philip Castle.
The Godfather (1972)
The Godfather is one of the highest-rated movies in history, so it’s only natural that its poster would be just as iconic. The story takes place in the 1940s and follows a mafia family in New York City, based on the novel with the same name.
Jaws (1975)
A simple but still striking movie poster, Jaws features a menacing great white shark coming out from dark waters right at you! The perfect way to promote one of the most successful movies ever made. Steven Spielberg is the man behind the success known as the summer blockbuster that scared many people out of the water.
E.T. (1982)
Another Steven Spielberg world hit, which has fascinated both kids and adults all over the world. The story of a little alien that is stranded on Earth and can only be rescued by the child Elliott and his friends. One of the posters shows the main character E.T., who sticks out his long finger to greet us in an adorable fashion. Another famous design is the one of a large moon, with a silhouette of Elliott riding his bike with E.T. in the bicycle basket.
Silence of the Lambs (1991)
This American psychological horror film features Anthony Hopkins as a cannibalistic serial killer and psychiatrist and Jodie Foster as an FBI trainee looking for another serial killer – Buffalo Bill (Ted Levine). The movie is based on the best-selling novel from 1988, written by Thomas Harris and the second book of four about the famous character Hannibal Lecter.
Jurassic Park (1993)
We’ve all seen it, the simple yet unmistakable print of a t-rex skeleton silhouette in a red circle. The film was followed by several sequels and video games, as well as merchandise for all dinosaur-enthusiasts in the world.
Pulp Fiction (1994)
Quentin Tarantino is the director of this popular cult movie, which has had a lasting impact on pop culture.
American Beauty (1999)
“Look closer” reads the poster of American Beauty, with a single red rose on a woman’s stomach.
Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
This yellow poster catches the eye, with the cast of the chaotic family running to get into a van.
Black Swan (2010)
Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis star in one of the highest-rated films from the 2010s, with a dark and enthralling ballet story.
Deadpool (2016)
The most recent entry on this list, Deadpool has broken box office records and makes us laugh with its funny story with actor Ryan Reynolds. Since the movie was released close to Valentine’s Day, Deadpool holds his hands in the shape of a heart on the poster with the tagline “Feel the love, Valentine’s Day.”
