When it comes to classic movies, the Golden Age of Hollywood is deemed to be the height of cinema, delivering an array of influential and vital films, including , , and , which laid the groundwork for the future of movies. For any serious film fan, there is a collection of classics that are pivotal, but there are also some titles, such as , , and , that are, unfortunately, overlooked but still more than worthy of being in this prestigious category.

To be fair, it's not easy to see every fabulous classic film without some guidance, which is where this list will come in handy for anyone who is interested in expanding their viewing horizons. From 's intense film noir, , to one of the most underrated psychological thrillers of all time, , starring and , these are 10 of the best classic movies you haven't seen.

The Hitch-Hiker is a suspenseful classic film noir that follows two friends, Ray () and Gilbert (), whose fishing trip takes a dangerous turn after they pick up a hitchhiker () who is a sociopath on the run from the law. When the hitchhiker reveals his plan to kill the men after they're no longer useful to him, they try to secretly plot their escape.

Ida Lupino's The Hitch-Hiker was . The movie is based on the real-life killing spree of Billy Cook, who murdered several people, including a family of five, while traveling from Missouri to California. With simply just a trio of highly capable actors, an intense plot, and an endless landscape of isolation, Lupino delivers a grimly compelling classic with The Hitch-Hiker, which deserves more recognition than it typically receives.

stars in , as an aspiring writer and habitual liar, Helen Bartlett, who is married to an attorney, Ken (), whose high principle of only defending innocent clients has left the couple strapped for money. When Helen secretly accepts a secretary job, her employer is found murdered, leading the police to arrest and charge Helen with the crime. As Ken agrees to defend his wife, Helen's terrible habit of lying gets the best of her, putting the couple's marriage to the ultimate test.

MacMurray and Lombard are an absolute delight in the classic screwball comedy, True Confession, which was one of several films the stars made together during the 1930s. While MacMurray and Lombard are the main attraction, the minor but humorously eccentric performance by the great is the cherry on top of this underrated classic comedy. Like most screwball comedies,

stars as an assistant district attorney, Cleve Marshall, who falls for the mysterious Thelma Jordan () but is unaware of her torrid criminal past and is easily swayed by the alluring young woman. When Thelma is accused of murdering her wealthy aunt, she turns to the married ADA for help, pushing him to the brink of destruction in an effort to clear her name.

is regarded as one of the best directors of the classic film noir genre and is a notable noir that is sometimes unfairly overlooked. . The File on Thelma Jordon was initially well-received and, while it may be considered well-known to major classic film and noir fans, it still deserves more recognition in a mainstream light.

is a gripping sports drama starring as an aging heavyweight boxer, Luis "Mountain" Rivera, who, after being defeated in his latest match by the up-and-coming boxer, Cassius Clay (), feels as though his career is over. When Luis' manager () becomes in debt to local gangsters for bets he placed on Luis, he tries to convince the boxer to go into wrestling. Initially, Luis is humiliated by the suggestion, but with no other options and the unwavering support of his trainer (), the boxer sees no other choice.

Requiem for a Heavyweight is the film adaptation of an episode of the same name featured on , and was written by the head writer and creator of , . Compared to the television version, the film has a much darker tone and effectively captures the gritty and unforgiving landscape of the boxing world. Requiem for a Heavyweight is carried by an exceptional cast of stars who each deliver flawless performances, but

When a young nurse, Louise Howell (), is hired to take care of Dean Graham's () wife, Paulie (), she falls in love with the couple's neighbor, David (). Unfortunately, David doesn't share the same feelings as Louise does and, after Pauline dies, the young nurse becomes the second Mrs. Graham. Despite her marriage, Louise still loves David and what started out as a hopeless love soon turns into an all-consuming obsession.

is . Crawford essentially dominates the film with her emotionally-driven and passionate performance, which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. Heflin and Massey also deliver sharp and empathetic performances, adding a logical comparison and rational emotion to this dream-like Greek tragedy.

When a psychiatrist, Dr. Henry Blair () arrives unannounced at the Park Avenue home of John Willis (), he tells Willis that the woman he's about to marry, Nancy (), is not only his ex-wife but also not the woman who she claims to be. Blair recounts his time with Nancy, who is not only a kleptomaniac but also a skilled liar and murderer who has managed to successfully get away with her heinous crimes for years.

is a highly underrated classic film noir which immediately incites an undeniable sense of curiosity in audiences, effectively hooking them into the good doctor's unusual tale of murder, deception, and psychological trauma. Aside from a few minor flaws, The Locket is an almost perfect classic film noir, taking the non-linear formula to new heights without creating a tangled, confusing mess of a plot. Overall,

stars in the crime comedy, All Through the Night, as a notorious gambler, Alfred "Gloves" Donahue, who, after not receiving his cheesecake, stops by the bakery and discovers that the owner has been murdered. When Alfred becomes the police's prime suspect, he sets out to clear his name by finding the real killer and in the process, realizes that an underground ring of Nazi spies may have had a hand in the baker's unfortunate demise.

All Through the Night is . With Bogie at the helm as the definitive leading man, he plays exceptionally well off his supporting cast of characters, including , Jackie Gleason, and , ensuring a consistent wave of hysterical antics and slapstick which ultimately lightens the more serious elements of the plot. Despite an unusual and slightly whacky premise, All Through the Night pulls it off without missing a beat and is without a doubt a top-contending classic movie that deserves more credit than it typically gets from audiences.

Joan Crawford stars as a successful playwright, Myra Hudson, who, after a whirlwind romance, marries a young, slick actor, Leser Blaine () whom she met after firing him from her latest production. Shortly after their honeymoon, Myra overhears her new husband plotting her murder with his lover () with the intention of inheriting her estate. Initially, Myra is shocked and shattered, but after she manages to pull herself together, she decides to come up with her own plot of revenge.

Sudden Fear is . Crawford gives a powerhouse performance, providing her character with ingenious tact and a deadly but subtle allure that makes the ever-growing anticipation of what's to come almost unbearable. Palance and Grahame also add sinister performances as double trouble, playing the initial masterminds who have the rug pulled out right from under them in a satisfying reveal of revenge and payback.

When a young journalist, Michael Ward (), testifies in a murder trial, his testimony leads to the conviction of a man, Joe Briggs (.), who is sentenced to death. Shortly after the trial, Michael starts to question himself and soon believes that Briggs is innocent. With the help of his girlfriend, the journalist conducts his own investigation but soon crosses paths with a strange and suspicious man (Peter Lorre) who seems to be following them.

Despite being cited as . While McGuire and the supporting cast execute their roles with stunning precision, Lorre ultimately steals the picture with his wild-eyed performance that is perfectly composed and restrained and not only keeps the audience guessing his motive but also incites an uneasy fear, leaving them fully invested in this shadow-filled nightmare.

Susan Strasberg stars as a young paralyzed woman, Penny Appleby, who, after the tragic death of her caregiver, is invited to come live with her father, who she hasn't seen in ten years. When she arrives, she's disappointed to learn that her father has recently gone out of town but is happily welcomed by her stepmother. As Penny settles into her new home, she begins to experience strange occurrences that lead her to believe that something horrible has happened to her father.

The British thriller, Taste of Fear, also known as Scream of Fear, is easily one of the best classic movies that no one has ever seen. For many, Taste of Fear initially appears to be another run-of-the-mill psychological thriller, but follows a fascinating and complex mystery and ends with an epic plot twist that sets it apart from other classic films in the genre. While the plot is the stirring pulse of the movie, Strasberg, who is the daughter of the legendary Lee Strasberg, delivers a phenomenal performance that ties the entire thriller up nicely with a perfect, chilling bow.

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