2013 doesn’t seem like that far in the past and yet it is already 10 years ago…
In 2013, Obama was inaugurated for the second time. That was the year Edward Snowden leaked documents about the NSA’s surveillance programs to The Guardian and The Washington Post. Nelson Mandela died at the age of 95, and Pope Francis became the 266th pope of the Catholic Church.
10 years ago, the celebrities Peter O’Toole, James Gandolfini, Cory Monteith, Roger Ebert, and Paul Walker died.
A lot of important movies came out in 2013, and unimportant ones, too. The highest-grossing film of the year was Iron-Man 3, followed by The Hunger Games: Catching Fire in second and Despicable Me 2 in third. Argo won Best Picture at the Oscars, and R.I.P.D. was one of the biggest flops, losing $51.7 million.
Here’s a list of 20 movies you might have a hard time believing are already 10 years old.
Gravity
Dr. Ryan Stone, a medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, and veteran astronaut Matt Kowalski find themselves stranded in space after their shuttle is destroyed, and must find a way to survive with no communication with Earth. Gravity starred Sandra Bullock and George Clooney.
The Wolf of Wall Street
Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, a wealthy stockbroker who engaged in fraud and corruption on Wall Street in the 1990s. The film was nominated for several Academy Awards, including Best Actor (Leonardo DiCaprio), Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Jonah Hill), Best Director (Martin Scorcese), and Best Adapted Screenplay (Terence Winter).
12 Years a Slave
A free black man from upstate New York is abducted and sold into slavery in the pre-Civil War South, and must fight for his survival and freedom for over a decade. The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, and it won Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress (Lupita Nyong’o), and Best Adapted Screenplay (John Ridley).
Frozen
A Disney-animated musical about a fearless princess named Anna who embarks on a journey with a rugged iceman named Kristoff, his loyal reindeer, and a naive snowman to find her estranged sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in eternal winter.
American Hustle
Inspired by the ABSCAM scandal of the late 1970s, a con man and his partner are forced to work with a federal agent to bring down corrupt politicians and mobsters in New Jersey. American Hustle stars Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Jeremy Renner, and others. It was directed by David O. Russell, who has a track record of being both aggressive and abusive.
Captain Phillips
The true story of the 2009 hijacking of the US container ship Maersk Alabama by Somali pirates, and the heroic efforts of its captain to save his crew. Captain Phillips stars Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi. Abdi was nominated for Best Supporting Actor.
The Great Gatsby
Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel, the film follows the wealthy and mysterious Jay Gatsby as he pursues his lost love, Daisy Buchanan, amid the excesses and corruption of the Roaring Twenties. The adaptation stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Gatsby, Tobey Maguire as Nick, and Carey Mulligan as Daisey.
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
The second installment in the Hunger Games franchise, in which Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark must participate in a special edition of the games, known as the Quarter Quell, which pits former victors against each other. Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Jena Malone, Sam Claflin, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, and Woody Harrelson all reprised their roles.
Thor: The Dark World
In the second Thor film, Thor battles to save the Nine Realms from a dark enemy that predates the universe itself, and must team up with his treacherous brother Loki to do so. Thor is played by Chris Hemsworth, and Loki is Tom Hiddleston.
The Conjuring
Based on a true story, a pair of paranormal investigators are called in to help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their remote farmhouse. The film has inspired multiple sequels.
Her
A lonely writer falls in love with an advanced operating system designed to meet his every need, and must come to terms with the nature of their relationship. The writer is played by Joaquin Phoenix, and the voice of the operating system is Scarlett Johansson.
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, and a band of dwarves continue their quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from the dragon Smaug, facing obstacles and enemies along the way. This was the second movie in The Hobbit trilogy.
Dallas Buyers Club
Based on a true story, a Texas electrician is diagnosed with HIV and begins smuggling unapproved drugs into the US to help others with the disease, despite opposition from the medical establishment. The movie stars Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto, who both won Academy Awards for their roles.
Rush
The true story of the intense rivalry between two Formula One drivers, James Hunt and Niki Lauda, in the 1970s, and their battle for the championship. Hunt was played by Chris Hemsworth, and Lauda was played by Daniel Brühl.
Prisoners
After their young daughters go missing, two families become desperate and take matters into their own hands, leading to a harrowing and complex investigation. Prisoners stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, Paul Dano, Maria Bello, and Melissa Leo.
Inside Llewyn Davis
A struggling folk musician in 1960s Greenwich Village navigates the music scene, personal relationships, and his own artistic integrity in this Coen Brothers film. The movie’s star, Oscar Isaac, sings several songs on the incredible soundtrack.
Pacific Rim
Giant monsters called Kaiju emerge from the ocean, threatening humanity’s existence, and a team of pilots must operate massive robots called Jaegers to fight back. Charlie Hunnam, Charlie Day, Rinko Kikuchi, and Idris Elba star.
Oblivion
In a post-apocalyptic Earth, a drone repairman discovers a shocking truth about his existence and the fate of the world. Oblivion stars Tom Cruise and Olga Kurylenko.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
A daydreaming office worker embarks on a global adventure to find a missing photo negative, discovering his true self along the way. Ben Stiller plays Walter Mitty, and the supporting cast includes Kristen Wiig and Sean Penn.
The Place Beyond the Pines
A motorcycle stuntman turns to bank robbery to support his infant son, setting off a chain of events that affects two families for years to come. The movie’s cast includes Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes, Bradley Cooper, and Ray Liotta.
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