Current Trend of Biopic Films
Despite the fragmented nature of today’s culture, one trend stands out clearly: the surge in biographical films. In recent years, many biopics have dominated discussions and box office charts. For example, 2023's Oppenheimer won the Best Picture Oscar and nearly reached a billion dollars in earnings.
Notable Recent Biopics
- The Iron Claw
- Blonde
- Dear Richard
- Maestro
- Hillbilly Elegy
These films have sparked significant debate over the past few years, showing that biographical storytelling is thriving in both mainstream Hollywood and more serious cinema.
Upcoming Biographical Releases in 2025
The 2025 film schedule includes several anticipated biopics by respected directors:
- Benny Safdie’s The Smashing Machine
- Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme
- Derek Cianfrance’s Roofman
- Richard Linklater’s two biopics: Blue Moon (about Lorenz Hart) and Nouvelle Vague (centered on Jean-Luc Godard)
Broader Context of 2020s Historical Films
These titles join a wave of 2020s historical films such as Napoleon, Killers of the Flower Moon, Mank, Ammonite, and The Trial of the Chicago 7. Among biographical films, music biopics remain the most commercially successful subgenre.
“Biographical stories are the name of the game right now in not just Hollywood but also in more ‘serious’ filmmaking.”
Summary: Biopics dominate both mainstream and serious cinema today, with 2025 set to continue this trend through high-profile releases covering diverse real-life stories.