7 Best Marilyn Monroe Movies

By Vlad Zakh · April 1, 2027

Comedy feel good

Marilyn Monroe became one of the defining movie stars of the 20th century, and her best comedic performances reveal a level of technical precision that her stardom often obscured.

Some Like It Hot (1959) 01

Some Like It Hot (1959)

IMDb ★ 8.2

Two musicians disguise themselves as women to escape the mob, joining an all-female band led by a singer they both fall for.

Bus Stop (1956) 02

Bus Stop (1956)

IMDb ★ 7.0

A naive rodeo cowboy falls hard for a reluctant saloon singer and pursues her against her wishes.

The Seven Year Itch (1955) 03

The Seven Year Itch (1955)

IMDb ★ 6.8

A married man left alone for the summer is tempted by his beautiful new upstairs neighbor.

How to Marry a Millionaire (1953) 04

How to Marry a Millionaire (1953)

IMDb ★ 6.9

Three models pool their resources to rent a Manhattan apartment and hunt for wealthy husbands.

Niagara (1953) 05

Niagara (1953)

IMDb ★ 6.7

A woman's scheme to murder her unstable husband during a Niagara Falls honeymoon spirals out of control.

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) 06

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953)

IMDb ★ 7.1

Two nightclub performers pursue wealthy husbands during a transatlantic voyage, with comic complications.

All About Eve (1950) 07

All About Eve (1950)

IMDb ★ 8.2

A small supporting role inside a legendary stage actress's rivalry with an ambitious, scheming young fan.

Vlad Zakh

Vlad Zakh

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