Rescue Me! Rescues are a staple of storytelling. From damsels in distress to soldiers trapped behind enemy lines to animals who need a helping hand (or two) - all provide drama (and a few laughs) in the stories that tell how they're brought back home. Argo, starring and directed by Ben Affleck, is the tale of one of these rescues: the risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador as the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point. Presented in 10 categories, we take a look at some of Hollywood's other most memorable examples... MORE: Ben Affleck's Argo: Can a Fake Movie Save Real Lives? Next: Best "Rescue the Princess" Movie Related Topics: Aliens, Apollo 13, Black Hawk Down, Cast Away, Die Hard, Eight Below, escape from new york, Movies, rescue movies, Star Wars, top 10, Toy Story, True Lies, Movies Best "Rescue the Princess" Movie Wherever there's a fair maiden in peril, there's usually an eager young man to step up and save the day. NOTABLE CONTENDERS: The Princess Bride, The Hidden Fortress, Shanghai Noon, Your Highness, Shrek, Sleeping Beauty WINNER: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope Director George Lucas was very much influenced by the writings of mythologist Joseph Campbell. Princess Leia's urgent plea ("Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi. You're my only hope") is his saga's "call to adventure" - the momentous first step in the hero-quest of Luke Skywalker. PHOTOS: Happy Star Wars Day: Revisiting a Galaxy Very Very Close Next: Best "Rescue the Hostage (s) " Movie