Twice ranked by the American Film Institute among the greatest films of all time – on both the AFI’s original list and the 10th Anniversary edition – ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST (1975) also appears on the Institute’s list of the art form’s most inspiring stories, with Louise Fletcher’s unforgettable turn as Nurse Ratched earning her a spot among the most memorable villains. The film features the talents of two recipients of the AFI Life Achievement Award – producer Michael Douglas and star Jack Nicholson – as well as two recipients of the AFI Honorary Degree: producer Saul Zaentz and cinematographer Haskell Wexler.
Visit the AFI Catalog to learn more about ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST.
