A movie, also known as a film or motion picture, is a series of still images that, when shown on a screen, create the illusion of moving images. Movies are a popular form of entertainment that have been around for over a century.

They typically tell a story, often featuring characters, events, and a plot, and are usually shot using cameras and recorded on film or digitally.

The film industry is a major cultural and economic force, and movies are widely distributed and shown in theaters and on television, as well as being available for purchase or rental on home video. There are many different genres of movies, including action, adventure, comedy, drama, fantasy, horror, science fiction, and more.