20 Movies Guaranteed To Make You Cry And Laugh This Mother’s Day

Just in case your gift for Mom "didn't arrive on time"

1. Mother's Day (2016)

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The first movie on the list has to be the movie about the very holiday we're celebrating, right? Starring Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts, and Jason Sudeikis, this 2016 film brings many seemingly unconnected plots together for a heart wrenching ending.

2. The Parent Trap (1961)

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A personal childhood favorite, The Parent Trap is a classic about the deep bond of family and love lost and found. Even after the devastation of realizing both twins were played by Lindsay Lohan, I still watched it as much as Mom would allow. It would make for a sentimental day to watch it with Mom again.

Favorite quote:

Hallie: "You wanna know the real difference between us?"
Annie: "Let me see... I know how to fence and you don't. Or, I have class and you don't. Take your pick."

3. Erin Brockovich (2000)

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If you seek a movie with a strong female lead, look no further. Julia Roberts plays a fierce single mother, determined to resolve a massive coverup of unsafe drinking water being supplied to residents of a small town.

Favorite Quote:

Theresa: "Okay, look, I think we got off on the wrong foot here."
Erin: "That's all you got, lady. Two wrong feet in ugly shoes."

4. What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993)

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Maybe it's because I saw this movie the first time with my mom, but I think most mothers and daughters would enjoy laughing and crying along while young Jonny Depp struggles to keep his family together by caring for his morbidly obese mother and his little brother played by Leonardo DiCaprio.

Fun Fact: Darlene Cates, the actress who played the mother, was inspired to lose 244 pounds after the filming of the movie.

5. Eat, Pray, Love (2010)

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Like any "finding yourself" movie, this one is sure to leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Julia Roberts plays a recently divorced woman who travels the world and learns what it means to be an independent, confident women.

Favorite Quote:

"Ruin is the road to transformation."

6. What to Expect When You're Expecting (2012)

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Adapted from a best selling book, this comedic film chronicles the narratives of parenting from its beginnings and everything that just so happens in between. Illustrating a web of five interconnected couples, this film shows the ups and downs that come along with the miracle of life.

“I thought at first, how are they going to marry this very scientific book into a story set, and how are they going to do it? And I thought they did it very gracefully- very well with humor. The story really connected well- it was funny, it was heartfelt, it was real; and I knew that I wanted to be a part of this story”

- Cameron Diaz

7. Bad Moms (2016)

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A hilarious must see movie for moms everywhere looking to escape and have a little fun.

“These characters come across real because we have all felt it. They’re identifiable characters, even though they’re stereotyped for the comedy in the movie, we’ve all felt those emotions at one point or another. And I think that’s why they come across so funny but also so heartfelt and honest”

–Kristen Bell

8. Julia and Julia (2009)

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Who else but Meryl Streep could do such a phenomenal job portraying the life and wisdom of world famous chef?

“The joy inside my portrayal is something I saw in my own mother.”

-Meryl Streep

9. Mamma Mia! (2008)

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Meryl Streep and ABBA- there’s not a better musical styling combination out there for an exhilarating and thrilling movie.

“This movie extends to every aspect- your past mistakes, your big fat regret, your dreams, your hopes, your happiness; right there where you live…all the things women understand.”

–Meryl Streep

10. The Proposal (2009)

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In an unexpected engagement story, this unlikely “couple” takes a new twist on the traditional happily ever after.

“I actually laughed when I read the script, but then I immediately assumed that they would mess the film up in other ways- but they didn’t. This move has something unique.”

–Sandra Bullock

11. The Little Mermaid 2: Return to the Sea (2000)

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This Disney classic chronicles the quest of Ariel’s daughter to be free, and a mother’s desire to keep her daughter close in an action packed heartfelt movie.

Favorite quote:

Morgan: "Oh, wishes do come true. See that, Ma? Who's your favorite now!"

12. The Incredibles (2004)

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This Pixar animated film has it all: action, thrill, and most importantly, parental love.

Favorite quote:

Edna: “I never look back, darling. It distracts from the now."

13. The Sound of Music (1965)

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This movie is the undeniable perfect musical- a great mix of historical content, catchy rhythms, and an intriguing and complex story line.

“I was lucky enough to be the lady that was asked to be Maria in the Sound of Music, and that film was fortunate enough to be a huge hit”

- Julie Andrews

14. Dearest (2014)

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Following years of unrelenting search, Tian Wenjun (Huang Bo) and ex-wife Lu Xiaojuan (Hao Lei) finally locate their abducted son in a remote village. After the boy was violently taken away from the village, the abductor's widow Li Hongqin (Zhao Wei)— also loses her foster daughter to a state-owned orphanage in Shenzhen. Heartbroken, Li goes on a lone but determined journey to get her daughter back.

15. Brave (2012)

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Merida is a red headed princess who lives in a castle located in Scotland. Her Mother, Elinor, is an elegant queen trying to teach reluctant Merida to be a true princess. Merida gets so fed up that she creates an enchanted pastry to give to Elinor. After she eats it, she becomes a hideous beast and Merida must save her mother from staying like this beast forever. All Merida wanted was to be free. Can she save her Mother or will Elinor stay as this beast permanently?

16. The Family Stone (2005)

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The strength and courage from Sybil’s personality glue her family together, and her devotion to each of her children and their unique spirits is what characterizes this entertaining movie.

17. The Blind Side (2009)

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Leigh Anne Tuohy, played by Sandra Bullock, takes in a high school boy in need of a loving and safe family. She pushes him and loves him like her very own as she shows her great mothering skills.

Favorite quote:

Leigh Anne: “We were wondering if you would like to become part of this family.”

18. Parenthood (1989)

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In a roller coaster of emotion, Karen Buckman shows her beautiful imperfections through the trials and tribulations of being a loving wife and mother. She is possibly the sweetest and gentlest mother ever.

19. Diary of a Mad Black Women (2005)

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An inspiring tale summed up in one quote from the mother Myrtle, “When somebody hurts you, they take power over you. If you don’t forgive them, then they keeps the power. Forgive him baby, and after you forgive him, forgive yourself.”

20. Chocolat (2000)

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In this movie, Vianne gives the audience the impression that she is a far from perfect mother. But her delight for her daughter’s imagination and her desire to help everyone change their life for the better quickly changes the audience's mind.