Founded in 1912 by Adolph Zukor, Paramount Pictures became a Hollywood powerhouse, challenging MGM with ambitious productions and star-studded casts. From silent epics to sharp comedies, the studio shaped early cinema and earned dozens of Oscars along the way. Its films launched iconic actors, pioneered storytelling techniques, and left lasting marks on pop culture. Nearly 115 years later, Paramount remains a Hollywood constant. Dive in and see the movies that made the studio legendary and why its influence still echoes on screens today.
#1: Wings (1927)
Wings tells the story of two American pilots, Jack Powell and David Armstrong, who enlist during World War I and face rivalry in both love and combat. Richard Arlen and Clara Bow starred, with Arthur Lake in a supporting role. The film’s aerial sequences were groundbreaking, shot with real planes and pilots performing dangerous maneuvers over California skies. It won the first-ever Academy Award for Best Picture in 1929 and also took home the Oscar for Best Engineering Effects. The production involved hundreds of extras, authentic military gear, and innovative camera rigs that brought the dogfights to life on screen.
