Top 10 Classic Movies to Watch for Free on YouTube

It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

This holiday favorite is about a man who learns how important he is to his community. It’s a feel-good movie that’s perfect any time of the year.

Night of the Living Dead (1968)

Love zombies? This is the movie that started it all. A group of people tries to survive a night in a farmhouse surrounded by the undead.

His Girl Friday (1940)

This fast-talking comedy features a newspaper editor who tries to win back his ex-wife, who is also his star reporter. It’s full of laughs and witty banter.

The General (1926)

Buster Keaton stars in this silent film about a train engineer who has to rescue his kidnapped locomotive during the Civil War. It’s packed with action and amazing stunts.

Nosferatu (1922)

One of the earliest vampire movies, "Nosferatu" is a silent horror film that still manages to be creepy. It’s a must-see for horror fans.

The Gold Rush (1925)

Charlie Chaplin’s classic comedy about a prospector during the Klondike Gold Rush. It's filled with iconic scenes and Chaplin’s trademark humor.

Metropolis (1927)

A science fiction classic set in a futuristic city divided by class struggle. Its visuals and themes are still influential today.

Sherlock Holmes (1916)

One of the earliest adaptations of the famous detective, this silent film captures the essence of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s character.

The Phantom of the Opera (1925)

This silent horror film stars Lon Chaney as the disfigured Phantom who haunts the Paris Opera House. It’s a classic that’s influenced many adaptations.

Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959)

Often called the worst movie ever made, this sci-fi flick is about aliens resurrecting the dead to take over Earth. It’s so bad, it’s good!