The Library of Congress announced 25 films for preservation in the 2025 National Film Registry on Thursday (January 29), including classic films such as 1984’s The Karate Kid, 1995’s Clueless, and 1994’s Philadelphia. “When we preserve films, we preserve American culture for generations to come. These selections for the National Film Registry show us that films are instrumental in capturing important parts of our nation’s story. READ MORE: The Best New Movies You Can Watch at Home This WeekendNational Film Registry selections are made annually by the Librarian of Congress in collaboration with members of the National Film Preservation Board, which was established in 1988. 2025 National Film Registry Titles RevealedCounting 2025’s additions, the National Film Registry now includes 925 preserved titles held in the Library of Congress.