Famous Movies That Have Been Banned All Over the World

The Tin Drum

This 1979 German drama was banned in Canada and Oklahoma for including a pedophilic scene in which a young boy and an older woman engage in sexual conduct. Despite this scene being universally regarded as morally reprehensive, the Oklahoma board overturned their ban and helped fund a documentary about the issues behind obscenity in this film. 

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The More You Know

  • ‘Schindler’s List’ relied on advertisements to get costumes for extras.
  • Barbie in Toy Story is voiced by Jodi Benson, best known for her role as Ariel in The Little Mermaid.
  • For 'Fight Club' (1999), Brad Pitt had pieces of his front teeth chipped off to play Tyler Durden. He also took soap-making classes, boxing, taekwondo, and grappling lessons with Edward Norton to prepare for the role.
  • Darth Vader only has 12 minutes of screen time in the original Star Wars.
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