George Clooney Calls This Movie “Perfect” Because You Know How It Ends from the Start

When George Clooney was asked about his favorite movie, he didn’t choose one of his own films. Speaking to Parade, Clooney shared his favorite movies from 1964 to 1976, which he called “the greatest era in filmmaking by far.” Among the films he admired were Network and Dr. Strangelove, but his top pick was All the President’s Men.

“All the President’s Men really is a perfect film. And the reason it’s a perfect film is you start the movie knowing how it ends,” Clooney said. “We know that Woodward and Bernstein get the scoop and Nixon gets got and you’re chewing your fingernails off through the whole movie.”

Released in 1976, All the President’s Men tells the story of the Watergate scandal, one of the most famous events in recent American history. The film follows journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, played by Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman, as they uncover the truth behind the scandal that eventually forced President Richard Nixon to resign.

Making a movie about such a recent and sensitive topic was risky, but it paid off. The film was a hit with both critics and audiences and earned eight Oscar nominations, winning four awards.

The movie has been praised for its realistic depiction of journalism, its suspenseful storytelling, and the way it captures the tension of uncovering a major political scandal. It shows how hard reporters worked, the challenges they faced, and the courage it took to reveal the truth. Its success comes from strong acting, smart direction, and a story that stays gripping even when viewers know the outcome.

Over time, the film has been recognized as an important work in American cinema and was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 2010.

George Clooney’s love for this film reflects his admiration for movies from the 1960s and 1970s, a period he considers the peak of filmmaking. All the President’s Men stands out not only for its story and performances but also for its cultural and historical importance, making it a timeless favorite in the eyes of both Clooney and film fans.

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