1939 - The Greatest Year in Movie History

1939 is regarded as the greatest year in film history because of the abundance of outstanding films released during that year. No year since has come close to challenging this unique accomplishment, nor will one likely. The entries here shed light upon the forces that conspired to make the productions of 1939 particularly extraordinary.

1939 Films On TCM this month: Rose of Washington Square 5/5, Goodbye, Mr. Chips 5/10, Coast Guard 4/13, Jesse James 5/19, Le Jour Se Leve 5/21, Thunder Afloat 5/25 and Five Came Back 5/30.