Star Wars, Star Trek, 007, Potter or Tolkien?

CH (MAJ) William Beaver — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 17:41:13 -0400

Quick survey: which is the best movie franchises and why? Star Wars, Star Trek, James Bond 007, Harry Potter, or Lord of the Rings/Hobbit? We're talking movies here. Vote below!!

Response by PO1 John Miller made Apr 19 at 2015 5:42 PM

PO1 John Miller — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 17:42:35 -0400

I would have to say Star Trek, if only because the way that show has influenced American society and technology.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2015 5:53 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 17:53:17 -0400

I hate this poll for one reason: I wanted to vote for Star Trek and Star Wars because both franchises got me interested in science as a child and had a major impact on my life. I ended up voting for James Bond because though I love science and everything involved with it, there's something about spies, even though it's highly fictionalized, Ian Fleming was one of my heroes growing up and I loved reading the books/watching the films.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2015 6:11 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 18:11:31 -0400

Star Wars. The struggle for freedom from a tyrannical empire....sounds a bit like us. My favorite character from the Star Wars franchise isn't a Jedi, it's. GEN. Wedge Antilles. Rebel, fighter pilot, leader, and all around bad ass.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2015 6:29 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 18:29:47 -0400

James Bond 007 is the longest running franchise . Each generation has it favorite .
Star Wars gave the movie industry the boost it needed it was a western with a twist .
I would ask any one who said they did not like it to be honest and tell how many times did you really watch it or how many times in the same day .
It was a movie that touched the pure SCi-FI fan to the Western fan to the Pet lover and don't for get the Romance and you had the Shoot-em up war and chases and the who done it and all rapped in to one film .

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2015 7:39 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 19:39:23 -0400

Star Wars, Star Trek and James Bond 007....need I say more.

Response by MSgt Robert Pellam made Apr 19 at 2015 8:02 PM

MSgt Robert Pellam — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 20:02:46 -0400

All of the above? Where to start, where to finish? All of these movie Franchises have a lasting impact. From the visuals of middle earth in the Lord of the Rings/Hobbit, the story of a boy wizard that inspired millions of children to read, to the Iconic 007, the first and last word in spy movies, to Star Trek, the movie that boldly gone where no one has gone before, to the Incredible story and ground breaking effects of Star Wars.

Each one is near and dear to hearts all over the world. I will still vote for Star Wars though. While not the oldest, it had the most impact on me growing up.

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Apr 19 at 2015 8:49 PM

Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 20:49:45 -0400

I had to say James Bond, just because it transcends the generations different than any of the others.

I grew up with Roger Moore, but... I've loved what they did with D. Craig. They brought back a classic film noir'ish vibe with him.

Star Wars holds a special place in my heart, despite what Mr. Lucas did to the second trilogy.. and what he forced Ford to do in Indy 4. I have not been this excited for a sequel in so long.

The Star Trek reboot is GOOD. It captures the attitude of Kirk/Spock, keeps it a little campy, but makes it a little more "actiony" but also throws just enough twists to make things new and exciting.

Potter was a great rendition, and I thought it did justice to the books, but it's a closed series.

And Lord of the Rings was was the best and worst it could possibly be, in my opinion.

Response by PO3 Steven Sherrill made Apr 19 at 2015 8:53 PM

PO3 Steven Sherrill — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 20:53:13 -0400

Voted Star Wars, but 007 is a close second. Star Wars takes its influence from the old Japanese films along with old westerns. It also entails grand adventure on an epic scale.
Bond is full of action, intrigue, beautiful women, and of Course the gadgets.
The two are both excellent, but for different reasons. I enjoy both series, but I enjoy Star Wars more.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2015 10:28 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 22:28:58 -0400

This poll is rather unfair. I would pick all of these excluding Harry Potter. Harry Potter doesn't put hair on your chest the way the rest of them (were meant to) do. However since I have to pick it would be Star Wars, with James bond being a close second, if not equal.

Why Star Wars is awesome: Sci-fi with high fantasy elements (the Force), and plenty of action. It's a Space version of WWII if say Nazi Germany was to win, and we all create an insurgency to eventually defeat it. Plus the compelling story of Anakin's fall to the Dark Side, and how his son Luke becomes his salvation. Also, who doesn't want a light saber, and a Yoda?

Why James Bond is Awesome: He's a fearless, dangerous sex machine who risks all for Queen and Country. Always places the mission first, even when he's sipping a dry martini (shaken, not stirred) at the casino. He gets unlimited ammunition, women, money, sex, cars, and high tech toys. All of which he senselessly and generously expends to his advantage, and what's great about it is he don't give a ****.

As for the rest LOTR is great, though I'm not too into it. Never been a Trekkie. Not touching Harry Potter, but I guess wizards are pretty cool.

You should of added Indian Jones. I would of been all over that!

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 19 at 2015 10:47 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 22:47:09 -0400

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Response by COL Charles Williams made Apr 20 at 2015 12:22 AM

COL Charles Williams — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:22:53 -0400

Movies... Star Wars... IV, V, VI...

Books... Harry Potter.

Easy.

Response by SGT Rick Ash made Apr 20 at 2015 12:27 AM

SGT Rick Ash — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:27:20 -0400

J.R.R. Tolkien painted a vivid picture of "Middle Earth" and its' inhabitants. From THE HOBBIT to the entire trilogy he stays true yet entirely entertaining. I have reread all 4 once and will likely do so again, soon. Enjoyable! Weren't these all written back in the 30's?

Thanks,

Rick

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 20 at 2015 12:27 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:27:47 -0400

Star Trek episodes would make good case studies for military leadership development classes.

Response by SrA Kelly Richard made Apr 20 at 2015 12:39 AM

SrA Kelly Richard — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:39:33 -0400

Hands down, 007... The other movies are for NERDS! Lol! ;-)

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 20 at 2015 4:48 AM

LCDR Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 04:48:21 -0400

There is no way to answer this question. I chose Tolkien but only because he is the first among equals.

Response by GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad made Apr 20 at 2015 6:07 AM

GySgt Wayne A. Ekblad — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 06:07:59 -0400

Response by SGT Steve Oakes made Apr 20 at 2015 6:16 AM

SGT Steve Oakes — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 06:16:13 -0400

I like them all, but I have always liked Star Trek the most. It shows humans at their best, working together regardless of race, religion, sex, or anything else. It was the first TV show to depict Black people working on equal terms with Whites. The first to show an interracial kiss between a Black woman and a White man. It was also the first to have women and Black people in positions of power and authority. Finally it was not uncommon to See minorities and women play people at the top of their profession. All these are carried over into the movies.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 20 at 2015 2:39 PM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 14:39:41 -0400

My wife and I are Trekkies, but somehow my three girls are all Star Wars nuts. We can all agree on LOTR and The Hobbit.

Response by PO1 Dustin Adams made Apr 20 at 2015 3:44 PM

PO1 Dustin Adams — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 15:44:17 -0400

Because its Star Wars (....drops the mic and walks away)

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 20 at 2015 4:32 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 16:32:13 -0400

In terms of business? Star Wars, they have merchandise, video games, books, they successfully had/have animated spin off series, theme park attractions, whole nine yards.
Shear emotion gut value? At least for me Star Wars again. The first time I watched A New Hope I was three at the time. The opening chase scene always takes back to then, sitting in the basement with my dad after solemnly swearing not to tell my mother that I was watching Star Wars.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Apr 20 at 2015 6:55 PM

SFC Mark Merino — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 18:55:50 -0400

STAR WARS! They released the trailer for Episode VII and it had 88 million hits in 24 hours. MUST WATCH.

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Response by Capt Richard I P. made Apr 20 at 2015 6:56 PM

Capt Richard I P. — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 18:56:41 -0400

Star Wars!

Response by SGT John Wesley made Apr 20 at 2015 7:06 PM

SGT John Wesley — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:06:32 -0400

I'm a Star Wars fan. I remember watching the original movie every day for a week til my Mom put a halt to it!

Response by SSG Luis Ortiz Rodriguez made Apr 20 at 2015 8:17 PM

SSG Luis Ortiz Rodriguez — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 20:17:04 -0400

It was difficult; I like 4 out of 5 from the list.

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Apr 20 at 2015 8:36 PM

MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 20:36:47 -0400

Trek Rules!

Response by SGT James Hunsinger made May 4 at 2015 12:17 PM

SGT James Hunsinger — Mon, 04 May 2015 12:17:56 -0400

I like them all but Star Wars was really the Franchise that opened the whole sci-fi/fantasy genre to it's current greatness. It paved the way and set the bar for special effects and epic story telling. That's why my vote went to it but all of them are great and I have a special affection for LOTR/Hobbit as well as I feel that franchise is the best fantasy franchise that had been so long in the coming to be done right. I have a little heartache with Peter Jackson and how far from the original Hobbit book that he diverged.

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made May 6 at 2015 5:14 PM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 06 May 2015 17:14:05 -0400

All of them. They are all great in their own way. There should have been a choose all option!

Response by SPC Charles Brown made May 10 at 2015 3:46 AM

SPC Charles Brown — Sun, 10 May 2015 03:46:19 -0400

Don't get me wrong, I like them all. But Tolkien got there first.

Response by Capt Christian D. Orr made May 10 at 2015 3:49 AM

Capt Christian D. Orr — Sun, 10 May 2015 03:49:40 -0400

I'm not into Harry Potter or Tolkien, love Star Trek and Star Wars, but Bond, James Bond, is my favorite, hands-down. While certain 007 films do contain elements of sci-fi (especially "Moonraker"), it's the most realistic series of the bunch and therefore the easiest for me to relate to personally; while I don't own a light saber or phaser nor do I possess magical powers, I most certainly can and do (1) drink vodka martinis, "shaken, not stirred," (2) own and fire a Walther PPK 7.65mm (.32 ACP), and (3) travel around the world on official business. :-)

Response by SPC David Hannaman made Jun 15 at 2015 3:55 PM

SPC David Hannaman — Mon, 15 Jun 2015 15:55:36 -0400

Light sabers alone puts Star Wars over the top for me.

Response by SPC Jeffrey Bly made Jul 13 at 2015 8:42 PM

SPC Jeffrey Bly — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 20:42:04 -0400

I can't vote. They are all spectacular in their own way. I was a Star Trek fan first due to my age. I was ten when Star Wars came out. Wow!!!! I seen it ten times within a month, and have of course followed it since. I read Lord of the Rings in 7th grade. Big fan. When the recent movie franchise for the two stories came out, it was worth the years of wIting to see it come to life with the technology of today's movies. Bond was always a kick ass loner. Unique to himself. So, I can't choose, can't vote. Harry Potter was okay, but was for a younger generation by time I caught on to it.

Response by PFC Nick Kramer made Jul 13 at 2015 9:00 PM

PFC Nick Kramer — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 21:00:13 -0400

Well there's a few of them that are up there in my opinion. The first one has to be Star Wars , with episodes 4,5&6 being the best. Then there is lotr, or lord of the rings for those who don't know what lotr means. Then lastly marvels avengers including all the movies that are intertwined with it. I. E Captain America,Thor, Iron man. Not only because these movies are my 4 yo son's favorite, but because they are ba. So there you have it. My opinion of the best movie franchises. There's definitely a few more that I could post about( like Transformers and several others but I'll save that for another day. Great topic rally point! Thanks for letting me post my opinions( even if anyone could care less) but it makes me feel like I'm socializing a little bit. Which is something I don't do very often. In person or on the crazy world of the Internet. Have a blessed day all. And God speed!

Response by SPC Candace Leach made Jul 13 at 2015 9:33 PM

SPC Candace Leach — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 21:33:31 -0400

Wish I can vote for both Star Wars and Star Trek since they are my top favorite movie franchise.

Response by SPC Robert Smart made Dec 31 at 2015 1:30 AM

SPC Robert Smart — Thu, 31 Dec 2015 01:30:19 -0500

I voted Star Wars even though this is a loaded question. For the film franchise the original trilogy set the standard for sci films. While I am a fan of Star Trek also the TV show is what that franchise is about. Although the Next Generation and new movies are very good. James Bond was another favorite and as said before me on the thread it has been going on for quite some time and I think has lost some of the mystery it used to have. Harry potter and Tolkien again while both great movies should be taken in book form to get the whole story.