The Library of Congress has announced 25 films for preservation in the 2025 National Film Registry. See the full list of selected films.
The Library of Congress announced 25 films for preservation in the 2025 National Film Registry on Thursday , including classic films such as 1984’s The selections for 2025 also include six silent films, four documentaries, two musicals, and one animated film.
The films were selected due to their “cultural, historic or aesthetic importance to preserve the nation’s film heritage,” according to the press release. “When we preserve films, we preserve American culture for generations to come. These selections for the National Film Registry show us that films are instrumental in capturing important parts of our nation’s story. We are proud to continue this important work, adding a broad range of 25 films to the National Film Registry as a collective effort in the film community to protect our cinematic heritage,” Acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. Newlen said in a statement.National Film Registry selections are made annually by the Librarian of Congress in collaboration with members of the National Film Preservation Board, which was established in 1988. Titles nominated by the public, which included 7,559 films for 2025, are also considered. Films must be at least 10 years old to be considered for the registry. The oldest film added for 2025,Counting 2025’s additions, the National Film Registry now includes 925 preserved titles held in the Library of Congress. See the full list of selected films for preservation in the 2025 National Film Registry in order of chronological release, below:Great Movies That Were Ruined By Becoming FranchisesTwo Franchises Collide in the ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ Trailer‘The Karate Kid’ Becomes a Cinematic Universe in Sequel Trailer
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