List of Paramount Pictures films (1940–1949)

This list comprises films produced and/or distributed by Paramount Pictures from 1940 to 1949. It includes films released under the Paramount banner, as well as those from its associated and subsidiary companies.

The list is arranged chronologically by release date. Release dates typically refer to the film's first public showing, which may have occurred in a limited number of theaters before a wider release. Dates may vary depending on region.

During this decade, Paramount Pictures was a major player in Hollywood's Golden Age, producing a wide range of genres including dramas, comedies, musicals, and westerns. The studio also continued to produce newsreels and short subjects throughout this period.

This list aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Paramount Pictures' cinematic output during the 1940s. Individual film entries will typically include the film's title, release date, director(s), notable cast members, and genre classification. However, this introductory section does not contain such detailed film-specific information.