Top 10 Coolest Biker Movies

Description: Starring Marlon Brando, this film is often credited with starting the biker movie genre. It portrays a rebellious biker gang causing chaos in a small town, highlighting the clash between conformity and individuality.

Fact: Brando's leather jacket and his iconic line, "What are you rebelling against, Johnny?" became symbols of youth rebellion.

Description: Featuring the introduction of the character Billy Jack, this movie focuses on a Vietnam vet who takes on a biker gang terrorizing a small town, blending action with social commentary.

Fact: It was the first film to introduce the character Billy Jack, who would later star in his own series of films.

Description: This film delves into the life of a biker gang, showcasing their lifestyle, rivalries, and the allure of the outlaw life. It's gritty, raw, and captures the essence of the biker subculture.

Fact: The film was one of the first to be rated X by the MPAA, reflecting its adult themes and content.

Description: This film is the quintessential biker movie, symbolizing the counterculture of the 1960s. It follows two bikers on a journey across America, exploring themes of freedom, drugs, and the American Dream.

Fact: The film was made for less than $400,000 but grossed over $60 million, becoming one of the most profitable films of its time.

Description: A gritty tale of a biker gang's turf war, this film captures the raw, violent side of biker culture, with a focus on loyalty and betrayal within the gang.

Fact: The film was shot in a cinéma vérité style, giving it a documentary-like feel.

Description: While more of a supernatural action film, it features a biker, Johnny Blaze, who transforms into the Ghost Rider to battle evil, offering a unique twist on the biker theme.

Fact: Nicolas Cage performed many of his own stunts, including riding the motorcycle.

Description: A modern take on the biker film, "Torque" mixes high-octane action with motorcycle stunts, focusing on a biker framed for murder and his quest for revenge.

Fact: The film features some of the most elaborate motorcycle stunts ever put to film, including a scene where bikes jump over a moving train.

Description: A comedic take on the biker film, where four suburbanites embark on a cross-country motorcycle trip, encountering real bikers along the way, leading to humorous and heartfelt moments.

Fact: The film was a commercial success, grossing over $253 million worldwide.

Description: Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this film follows a group of bikers who stir up trouble in a small town, offering a stylish, moody take on the genre with a strong visual aesthetic.

Fact: It was Bigelow's directorial debut, showcasing her early talent for atmospheric storytelling.

Description: This film captures the rise of a Midwestern motorcycle club in the 1960s, exploring themes of brotherhood, freedom, and the darker side of club life.

Fact: The film was inspired by Danny Lyon's book of the same name, which documents the Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club.