Cult Classics
Last updated: August 7, 2025
Some movies stand the test of time, not because they're good, but because they're weird or quirky, or just so bad they're good. Others are quoted so much they become part of everyday conversation. Here's a collection of cult favorites that get referenced over and over again. Serious movie fans who never want to be left out of a joke or obscure film reference should look into the movies below. For more quirky offerings, be sure to check out our lists of Best Goofy Comedy Movies to Watch with Tweens and Teens and Offbeat Animated Movies.
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