Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

When archaeologist-adventurer Indiana Jones is recruited by U.S. intelligence, he discovers that the Nazis are searching for the Ark of the Covenant, a powerful biblical artifact said to make armies invincible. Racing across the globe, Indy teams up with his spirited former flame Marion Ravenwood as they journey from Nepal to the deserts of Cairo, evading traps, assassins, and ruthless rival archaeologist Belloq.

As the chase intensifies, Indy must use his wits, courage, and whip-cracking skills to keep the Ark from falling into enemy hands. What begins as a hunt for hidden treasure becomes a battle of destiny, faith, and survival. Raiders of the Lost Ark remains a landmark in action-adventure filmmaking, redefining the genre with unforgettable set pieces and iconic heroism.