The Best Movies on Netflix to Stream Now

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With thousands of films available, an intended movie night can easily turn into an evening of scrolling through Netflix's library trying to pick the perfect film. From Netflix Originals to cult classics to more modern releases, it can definitely be difficult to choose a movie before the popcorn gets cold.

Luckily, we rounded up the best movies on Netflix that you can stream right now. Whether you're looking for a fun family movie to watch with the kids, a classic romantic comedy to enjoy with a glass of wine (and tissues!) or a spooky horror flick that will keep you up all night, we've got you covered.

Here are the best films on Netflix to consider for your next movie night.

The Back to the Future trilogy

Great Scott! The iconic time-traveling trilogy is zipping back from the '80s and parking on Netflix. Buckle up and join California teen Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) and his eccentric scientist pal, Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd), as they journey through the decades in their DeLorean time machine to save Marty’s family and themselves in the past and future.

Watch the Back to the Future trilogy

Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man 3

Before there was Tom Holland and Andrew Garfield, there was Tobey Maguire donning Peter Parker's spidey suit. In Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, the eponymous superhero uses his spider-like powers to fight evils that threaten New York City — from criminals to supervillains like the Green Goblin and Venom — while also catching a certain red-haired girl-next-door (Kirsten Dunst) in his web.

Watch the Spider-Man trilogy on Netflix

American Hustle

David O. Russell's 2013 quasi-historical crime satire follows con artists Irving Rosenfeld (Christian Bale) and Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams), who are caught by an FBI agent (Bradley Cooper) and have to work for him by scheming corrupt politicians and the mafia in New Jersey. Featuring a stellar ensemble cast, this film also stars Jennifer Lawrence and Jeremy Renner, among others.

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La La Land

Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone put their singing abilities on display in this 2016 Oscar-winning musical, which tells the story of two aspiring artists who fall in love while following their dreams in Los Angeles. If you happen to stumble upon "A Lovely Night" at home, put on La La Land — especially before it's adapted for the Broadway stage.

Watch La La Land on Netflix

Divergent, Insurgent and Allegiant

Based on Veronica Roth's best-selling YA book series, Divergent unfolds in a postapocalyptic Chicago split into five personality-based factions: Abnegation (selfless), Amity (peaceful), Candor (honest), Erudite (intellectual) and Dauntless (brave). When Abnegation-born Tris Prior (Shailene Woodley) learns she is Divergent — someone who doesn't fit neatly into any one faction — she has to hide her status to avoid execution and pick a faction to commit to for life. Stream the trilogy on Netflix, which also stars Theo James, Kate Winslet, Ashley Judd, Miles Teller, Zoë Kravitz and more.

Watch the Divergent trilogy on Netflix

1917

Winning three Academy Awards (including Best Cinematography), Sam Mendes' 2019 war drama follows two young British lance corporals, Will Schofield (George MacKay) and Tom Blake (Dean-Charles Chapman). Under orders from General Erinmore (Colin Firth), the pair must traverse enemy lines to deliver a life-or-death message to Colonel Mackenzie (Benedict Cumberbatch), halting an attack that would endanger more than 1,000 men.

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A Simple Favor

Fans of 2009's Jennifer's Body and 2014's Gone Girl will adore this campy 2018 mystery thriller. Mommy vlogger and widower Stephanie Smothers (Anna Kendrick) meets the glamorous yet mystifying mom of her son's schoolmate, Emily Nelson (Blake Lively), and they form a connection over many martinis. After Emily disappears without warning, Stephanie uses her online presence to solve the case. Watch this flick before the forthcoming sequel, which recently wrapped up filming in Italy.

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Anyone But You

Hey Alexa, crank up "Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield! Loosely based on William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, this 2023 rom-com stars Euphoria's Sydney Sweeney and Top Gun: Maverick's Glen Powell as archrivals who land at the same destination wedding. While one's on a mission to reignite an old flame, the other is desperate to dodge their ex. Naturally, they strike a deal to fake a relationship, all while secretly despising each other.

Watch Anyone But You on Netflix

The Matrix, The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions and The Matrix Resurrections

Just two words: bullet time. In 1999, audiences were captivated by the iconic image of Keanu Reeves' Neo dodging shots fired in slow motion. Revolutionizing cinema with its stunts and Oscar-winning visual effects, the Wachowskis' dystopian sci-fi adventure — starring Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss and Hugo Weaving, among others — led to three sequels (all of which are on Netflix), video games, and more.

Watch The Matrix franchise on Netflix

Jumanji

As Judy (Kirsten Dunst) and Peter Shepherd (Bradley Pierce) settle into a rundown mansion with their aunt, they stumble upon an outmoded, jungle-themed board game. Once they play, the siblings free Alan Parrish (Robin Williams) — trapped within the game's realm for more than two decades  — and all must finish the game to stop the mayhem it summons with each roll of the dice.

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Shrek

Meet everybody's favorite all-star ogre! In this 2001 animated classic, Shrek (Mike Myers) enjoys his peaceful life in his secluded swamp until it's invaded by a myriad of fairy-tale creatures exiled by the arbitrary ruler Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow). Joined by the ever-babbling Donkey (Eddie Murphy), Shrek sets out on a journey to retrieve the tower-bound Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) at Farquaad's behest, all in hopes of reclaiming his boggy oasis.

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Thanksgiving

In the aftermath of a fatal Black Friday in Plymouth, Mass., a sadistic killer slips into a pilgrim mask and uses traditional Thanksgiving cutlery to carve out their revenge on the town's residents. A fresh yet brutal take on the holiday horror genre, Eli Roth's Thanksgiving serves up a to-die-for ensemble, including Patrick Dempsey, Addison Rae, Nell Verlaque and more.

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Marcel the Shell with Shoes On

Guess why he smiles a lot? "Uh, 'cause it's worth it!" In this A24 feel-good mockumentary, the beloved talking seashell (voiced by Jenny Slate) — a YouTube sensation since 2010 — finally gets his Hollywood moment. Though he may be 1 inch tall, he has a lot of love and life to offer, drawing the attention of a documentarian (Dean Fleischer Camp) and a legion of online followers who could hold the key to reuniting him with his long-lost family.

Watch Marcel the Shell with Shoes On on Netflix

Bodies Bodies Bodies

Ever heard of a hurricane party? Well, at this one, a dynamic group of out-of-touch Gen-Zers opt to weather a tropical storm in a lofty mansion, where they play a murder-in-the-dark-style game that escalates into a full-blown slasher horror. With a killer soundtrack and whip-smart commentary on the iGeneration, Bodies Bodies Bodies stars Amandla Stenberg, Rachel Sennott, Pete Davidson and more.

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Everything Everywhere All at Once

In 2022, this genre-bending marvel captured the bagel-sized hearts of many, taking home 7 Oscars — including Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay — and becoming the first A24 film to earn more than $100 million at the box office. Here, Best Actress Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh steps into the shoes of Chinese American immigrant Evelyn Wong, a fretful laundromat owner who channels kickass powers from her other infinite lives in the multiverse to defeat an imminent threat and its army. An off-beat yet heartrending epic, Everything Everywhere All at Once also stars Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu, Jamie Lee Curtis and more.

Watch Everything Everywhere All at Once on Netflix

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Alright, let's-a go! Jump down the nearest pipe and transport yourself to the colorful world of Nintendo's iconic video game franchise. Smashing box office records, this 2023 animated blockbuster follows two Italian American plumbers, Mario (voiced by Chris Pratt) and Luigi (voiced by Charlie Day), who become embroiled in an ongoing battle between the Mushroom Kingdom and the Koopas — and brings a lot of fan-favorite Mario characters to the silver screen, including Princess Peach (voiced by Anya Taylor-Joy), Bowser (voiced by Jack Black) and more.

Watch The Super Mario Bros. Movie on Netflix

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

In the 2023 follow-up to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018), Miles Morales (voiced by Shameik Moore) joins forces with Gwen Stacey (voiced by Hailee Steinfeld) to rescue various Spider-People from a formidable new villain. As they traverse through the multiverse, they encounter the Spider-Society, a group of Spider-People led by Miguel O'Hara (Oscar Isaac).

Watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse on Netflix

No Hard Feelings

After losing her car to repossession, 32-year-old Uber driver Maddie Barker (Jennifer Lawrence) — who is on the brink of bankruptcy — responds to a Craiglist ad posted by a wealthy couple (Laura Benanti, Matthew Broderick) seeking someone to "date" their socially awkward son (Andrew Barth Feldman) before he heads off to college. In exchange, she'll receive a Buick Regal to resume her ride-share gig so she can try and make enough money to keep her house. 

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Downton Abbey: The Motion Picture

Picking up a few years after where the Emmy-winning PBS series left off, this 2019 historical drama set in the early 20th century follows the Crawley family and their servants as they prepare their Yorkshire estate for a royal visit from the King and Queen. The film features an ensemble reprising their beloved roles, including Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Michelle Dockery, Joanne Froggatt, Matthew Goode, Allen Leech, Elizabeth McGovern and Maggie Smith.

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Love at First Sight

Based on Jennifer E. Smith's 2013 book, The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight, this 2023 romance takes off with two strangers — played by The White Lotus' Haley Lu Richardson and Bohemian Rhapsody's Ben Hardy — who form a romantic connection on a lengthy plane ride. Though they part ways upon arrival, the idea of finding each other again isn't as implausible as it seems, reminding us that destiny often works its own magic.

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Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food

Ever wonder about the hidden ingredients that sneak into your body? Netflix's startling documentary uncovers the unsettling presence of hazardous substances in the U.S. food supply. Featuring in-depth investigations and expert interviews, Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food exposes the historical issues within America's food system, raising awareness about the potential health risks and environmental impacts related to our everyday meals.

Watch Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Our Food on Netflix

You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah

In this Adam Sandler-produced comedy, Stacey Friedman's (Sunny Sandler) dream of hosting an unforgettable bat mitzvah takes a hilarious turn when middle school antics get in the way, including a feud with her best friend Lydia (Samantha Lorraine) over the school's heartthrob (Dylan Hoffman). Based on Fiona Rosenbloom's eponymous 2007 novel, this family flick also features performances from Sandler, Idina Menzel, Jackie Sandler, Jackie Hoffman and Luis Guzmán.

Watch You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah on Netflix

Run Rabbit Run

This Australian psychological horror film will either have you glued to your seat or running far away from it. Premiering at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, Run Rabbit Run stars Succession's Sarah Snook as a fertility doctor and single mother who notices her daughter's chilling shift in behavior, as the little girl claims to remember an ominous past life.

Watch Run Rabbit Run on Netflix

Wham!

Jitterbug! This heartfelt documentary dives into the music career led by the English pop duo Wham!, using '70s and '80s archival footage and interviews of band members George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley.

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The Out-Laws

After proposing to his girlfriend Parker (Nina Dobrev), bank manager Owen Browning (Adam DeVine) is finally meeting his fiancée's parents (Pierce Brosnan and Ellen Barkin). But when his place of work is robbed by notorious thieves, known as the "Ghost Bandits," Owen learns he's marrying into a family of lawbreakers. This 2023 crime comedy also stars Poorna Jagannathan, Richard Kind, Lil Rel Howery and more.

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They Cloned Tyrone

This sci-fi mystery comedy finds three neighbors — played by Teyonah Parris, John Boyega and Jamie Foxx (who also produced the film) — forming a far-fetched liaison as they try to expose a government cloning conspiracy. They Cloned Tyrone is helmed by Juel Taylor (a first-time director), who also wrote the film, as well as the screenplays for Creed II (2018) and Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021).

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Extraction 2

After the success of the first Extraction film in 2020, Chris Hemsworth's Tyler Rake has returned with a more insatiable hunger for violence. Produced by the Russo brothers, this 2023 sequel finds Tyler — an unauthorized mercenary who resembles the likes of Keanu Reeves' John Wick — given the do-or-die task of extricating a jailed family of a brutal gangster.

Watch Extraction 2 on Netflix

The Perfect Find

Based on Tia Williams' eponymous novel, The Perfect Find stars Gabrielle Union as Jenna Jones, a professional who resurrects her career as a fashion editor working for her frenemy, Darcy (Gina Torres). However, her job gets a little heated when she finds romance with the company's young videographer — her boss's son (Keith Powers).

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Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me

This 2023 documentary about the late Anna Nicole Smith — who died of an accidental overdose at age 39 on Feb. 8, 2007 — uses personal videos, archival footage and exclusive interviews to take a closer, unexplored look at her legacy. Director Ursula Macfarlane told PEOPLE, "The more I dug into [Smith's] story, the more I discovered that a lot of what I watched and read over the years provided a one-dimensional look at Anna Nicole. It's been 16 years since she has died and it was time to dig beneath the surface."

Watch Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me on Netflix

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody

Fans of Whitney Houston are getting answers about the American pop legend and how she came to be. Starring Naomi Ackie, this 2022 biographical musical drama follows the powerhouse singer's journey to international fame after being discovered by record executive Clive Davis (Stanley Tucci).

Watch Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody on Netflix

Soft & Quiet

Don't be fooled by this film's title! Executive produced by Jason Blum, the mind that brought you blockbusters like 2017's Get Out, 2020's The Invisible Man and 2023's M3GAN, this 2022 indie horror flick follows an elementary school teacher (Stefanie Estes) who gathers a group of white supremacist women, and their meeting takes a volatile and horrifying turn.

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The Woman King

She fears no one, and she fears no pain. In Gina Prince-Bythewood's 2022 warrior thriller, Viola Davis commands the screen as a merciless leader of the legendary Agojie, an all-women fighting force in West Africa. When European colonization begins to infiltrate the kingdom of Dahomey, General Nanisca (Davis) drills a new generation of recruits to take up arms and protect their home.

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Do Revenge

This Gen-Z comedy took a seat and learned from its teen film predecessors while also giving the genre a modern, pastel-infused spin. In this 2022 Netflix Original, Riverdale star Camila Mendes plays Drea, a recently-outcasted student who teams up with new girl Eleanor — played by Stranger Things' Maya Hawke — to take down the people who've wronged them.

Watch Do Revenge on Netflix

White Noise

When a nearby chemical leak causes "The Airborne Toxic Event," a family needs to evacuate their Ohio town. Adam Driver and Greta Gerwig play a 1980s suburban couple in this dark comedy from Noah Baumbach.

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Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

This sequel to 2019's Knives Out follows detective Benoit Blanc, played by Daniel Craig, who works to solve a murder after a group of frenemies meet on a private Greek island. Edward Norton, Kate Hudson, Janelle Monáe and Kathryn Hahn also star in this whodunit.

Watch Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery on Netflix

Enola Holmes

Millie Bobbie Brown plays Sherlock Holmes' teenage sister, Enola, in this 2020 Netflix Original film. Enola heads to London in search of her missing mother but winds up helping a runaway lord and outsmarting her older brother. Henry Cavill and Helena Bonham Carter also star.

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Enola Holmes 2

Sherlock Holmes' teen sister Enola is back in Netflix's second installment of the series. This time, the spunky detective must solve the mystery of a girl who's gone missing. The 2022 film also stars Henry Cavill, David Thewlis, Louis Partridge and Helena Bonham Carter.

Watch Enola Holmes 2 on Netflix

Hustle

This 2022 Netflix Original follows a struggling basketball talent scout (Adam Sandler) and a promising young baller (real-life pro Juancho Hernangómez) as they team up to prove themselves in the NBA. This sports film also stars Queen Latifah.

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Don't Look Up

This Netflix Original made waves when it was released in 2021. This apocalyptic comedy stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence and Meryl Streep and follows two astronomers (DiCaprio and Lawrence) trying to warn an unconcerned world about a planet-destroying comet.

Watch Don't Look Up on Netflix

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