Nothing on this list is particularly surprising, but what is surprising is the special award to Parasite. AFI does not often give out such awards, so that makes this truly a special selection. This is also only a list of American-made films. Non-American films aren’t eligible, which could explain some exclusions.

The Awards

Best American Films

• 1917
• The Farewell
• The Irishman
• Jojo Rabbit
• Joker
• Knives Out
• Little Women
• Marriage Story
• Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood
• Richard Jewell

Special Award

Parasite

American Film Institute Data

Year Founded: 1967
First Awards: 2001 (19)