48 Movies People Firmly Believe Are Perfect From Start To Finish

Adding all of them to my watch list rn.

We asked the BuzzFeed Community which movies were absolutely perfect from start to finish, and they did not disappoint. Here's what they said:

1. Pride and Prejudice (2005)

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"Everyone who loves this movie loves it deeply. Like 'watch it multiple times a year, want to go on a filming location tour of England, own a replica bust of Mr. Darcy' deeply."

—saidthelion

Directed by: Joe Wright

Starring: Kiera Knightly, Matthew Macfadyen, Brenda Blethyn, Donald Sutherland, Tom Hollander, Rosamund Pike, Carey Mulligan, Jena Malone, Talulah Riley, and Judi Dench 

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon Prime or free with a Cinemax subscription

Watch the trailer here:

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2. Ponyo (2008)

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"That's still one of my favorite movies to this day, and arguably the best Ghibli movie in existence."

—yeeterskeeter200

Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki

Starring: Noah Cyrus, Frankie Jonas, Tina Fey, Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett, Liam Neeson, Mona Marshall, Lily Tomlin, Akiko Yano, and Betty White

Where to watch it: HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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3. Dirty Dancing (1987)

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"It's always been my absolute FAVORITE movie. It's sexy, has a great cast, great music, and a wonderful plot. It's just an all-around amazing movie!"

—indoorwitch

Directed by: Emile Ardolino

Starring: Jennifer Grey, Patrick Swayze, Jerry Orbach, and Cynthia Rhodes

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon Prime or free with a Cinemax subscription

Watch the trailer here:

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4. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)

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"I remember the first time I saw the trailer and I groaned. I thought it was dumb to have yet another Spider-Man franchise start, especially in the midst of Tom Holland's reign. Of course, I was wrong. It's such a great balance of funny moments and heartfelt story beats. The animation is so visually stunning and is probably the best way we've ever seen Spider-Man depicted on the big screen. It never gets boring. Every time I watch it, there's a new detail that catches my eye. It's PERFECT."

—zintk

Directed by: Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, and Rodney Rothman

Starring: Shameik Moore, Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, Brian Tyree Henry, Lily Tomlin, Luna Lauren Velez, John Mulaney, Kimiko Glenn, Nicolas Cage, and Liev Schreiber

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon or with a Hulu Live TV subscription

Watch the trailer here:

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5. The Holiday (2006)

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"The Holiday is absolutely perfect from start to finish. The way both ladies have problems and decide to switch houses, to when they both fall in love. It's just an amazing movie. Highly recommend!"

—tavenn

Directed by: Nancy Myers

Starring: Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jack Black, Jude Law, Eli Wallach, Edward Burns, and Rufus Sewell

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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6. Black Swan (2010)

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"It got so much flak when it came out because of a 'controversial' lesbian scene and the intricacy and masterful storytelling were overlooked. It's about a young ballerina who wants a starring role and pushed herself to dangerous extremes to get it. Her mental health starts to deteriorate at the expense of her success due to unrealistic pressure and manipulative people in her life. The arc of this film is incredible. Every visual detail is carefully considered and adds to the building suspense throughout the film."

—l4a6879caf

Directed by: Darren Aronofsky

Starring: Natalie Portman, Vincent Cassel, Mila Kunis, Barbara Hershey, and Winona Ryder

Where to watch it: Hulu

Watch the trailer here:

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7. Booksmart (2019)

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"I laughed through the whole movie and also found it so relatable."

—seashel

Directed by: Olivia Wilde

Starring: Kaitlyn Dever, Beanie Feldstein, Billie Lourde, Will Forte, Diana Silvers, Skyler Gisondo, Noah Galvin, Lisa Kudrow, Jason Sudeikis, Molly Gordon, Nico Hiraga, and Mason Gooding

Where to watch it: Hulu

Watch the trailer here:

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8. Blazing Saddles (1974)

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"It's funny and it can be heartwarming. It's a Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder classic. I've watched this movie dozens and dozens of times and I never get bored, I just find new things to laugh at and enjoy."

—frecklefreak14

Directed by: Mel Brooks

Starring: Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Alex Karras, Mel Brooks, Harvey Korman, and Madeline Kahn

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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9. Moonlight (2016)

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"It won Best Picture at the Oscars for a reason."

—imlinds

Directed by: Barry Jenkins

Starring: Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe, Mahershala Ali, Ashton Sanders, Jharrel Jerome, and Naomie Harris

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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10. Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

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"It opens with a wonderful cinematic daybreak overlook on The National Mall. Then just a fun moment between the best friendship in all the MCU, Sam Wilson and Steve Rogers, with the 'on your left' moment coming to life to be used later in one of the most awe-inspiring scenes in Endgame, all culminating in a great little scene where Cap has a notebook of all the things he needs to catch up on in the mid to late 20th century and all the 21st century up to that point.

Followed by a BEAUTIFULLY choreographed scene on the overtaken by pirates S.H.I.E.L.D. transport boat. Really, all the fight scenes are world-class in this movie.

Robert Redford puts in a hell of a performance, making his transition from bureaucrat to secret HYDRA head one of the bigger surprises in the MCU, and his chemistry with literally everyone he works with shows how great of an actor he is.

The movie is just littered with amazing tracking and establishing shots, has unbelievable acting, and a very well thought out script that even so many acclaimed movies of the 2010s lack. The soundtrack is a delight. The humor always works and never feels forced. And the final scenes between Steve and Bucky and then Steve and Sam are perfect parallels for the future. That movie is not only the best in the MCU, but one of the top 100 movies of all time."

—kyles42a44fe32

Directed by: Anthony and Joe Russo

Starring: Chris Evans, Sebastian Stan, Scarlett Johansson, Anthony Mackie, Cobie Smulders, Frank Grillo, Emily VanCamp, Hayley Atwell, Robert Redford, and Samuel L. Jackson

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

Watch the trailer here:

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11. The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)

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"I first saw this movie when I was in junior high, and it really introduced me to difficult topics that I wasn’t used to. It taught me so much, like the importance of friendship and feeling like you belong. Such an important coming-of-age story, and I truly think everyone needs to watch it."

—ashleylg817

Directed by: Stephen Chbosky

Starring: Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, Ezra Miller, Mae Witman, Kate Walsh, Dylan McDermott, Joan Cusack, and Paul Rudd

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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12. The Princess Bride (1987)

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"It's perfect in character, dialogue, and plot. It bridges genres. If I find it playing on TV, I will stop everything and finish it."

—andip4

Directed by: Rob Reiner

Starring: Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest, Wallace Shawn, André the Giant, Robin Wright, Peter Falk, Fred Savage, and Billy Crystal

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

Watch the trailer here:

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13. Spirited Away (2001)

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"As a kid, I loved this movie because I thought it was funny and weird. As an adult, I truly see its magic. It’s such an enchanting story, and every second is filled with beautiful animation. I’m filled with such peace, curiosity, and nostalgia every time I watch it. It's my favorite movie hands down."

—ashleylg817

Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki

Starring: Daviegh Chase, Jason Marsden, Suzanne Pleshette, David Ogden Stiers, Susan Egan, Paul Eiding, John Ratzenberger, Bob Bergen, and Tara Strong

Where to watch it: HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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14. Ocean's Eleven (2001)

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"I love everything about it — the banter, the disguises, Elliot Gould, Cockney Don Cheadle, the twins. It’s the only movie I refuse to turn off if I come across it on TV. I have to watch it every time."

—sunshinestatey

Directed by: Steven Soderbergh 

Starring: George Clooney, Matt Damon, Andy Garcia, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, and Don Cheadle 

Where to watch it: HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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15. We Bought a Zoo (2011)

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"Everything about the movie is beautiful. The cinematography is stunning and the music by Jónsi is equally amazing. Also, it is based on a true story about a family who rebuilds their life after losing their mother."

—laurabee816

Directed by: Cameron Crowe

Starring: Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Thomas Haden Church, Patrick Fugit, Elle Fanning, and John Michael Higgins

Where to watch it: Disney Plus 

Watch the trailer here:

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16. Plus One (2019)

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"I watched it on Hulu and I was floored. I genuinely loved the buildup, the relationship, the music. All of it!"

—thegingerelizabeth

Directed by: Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer

Starring: Maya Erskine, Jack Quaid, Beck Bennett, Rosalind Chao, Finn Wittrock, Perrey Reeves, and Ed Begley Jr. 

Where to watch it: Hulu

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17. Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)

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"It doesn't matter if they got things wrong, the movie made me feel things no other movie ever could. I'm waiting for Bob Dylan's biopic with Timothée Chalamet to be equally as iconic."

—hiimbarb

Directed by: Bryan Singer

Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee, Ben Hardy, Joe Mazzello, Aaron McCusker, Aidan Gillen Allen Leech, Tom Hollander, and Mike Myers

Where to watch it: Hulu

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18. Call Me By Your Name (2017)

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"The soundtrack and location of the movie are stunning. You fall in love with Elio and Oliver and you just can’t help but appreciate the wholesome love they have for each other in the movie. Let me say, the emotions are strong in this movie."

—kkimnamjoon

Directed by: Luca Guadagnino

Starring: Timothée Chalamet, Armie Hammer, Michael Stuhlbarg, Amira Casar Esther Garrel, and Victoire Du Bois

Where to watch it: Starz

Watch the trailer here:

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19. The Mummy (1999)

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"The Mummy is the perfect action-adventure flick. It starts off with the dramatic historical backstory, giving the baddie some sympathetic motivations, then right into the action. Besides Rick and Evie being total badasses, there is not one wasted character. It has the right balance of funny, campy, scary, romantic, and action-packed."

—mayoress_of_hobbiton

Directed by: Stephen Sommers

Starring: Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, Arnold Vosloo, Jonathan Hyde, and Kevin J. O'Connor

Where to watch it: HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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20. Inglourious Basterds (2009)

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"I know everyone shits on Tarantino movies, but Inglourious Basterds is my favorite movie of all time. It’s so well written with twists and turns in all the right places, and it's exciting all the way through."

—eeoo

Directed by: Quentin Tarantino

Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz, Michael Fassbender, Eli Roth, Diane Kruger, Daniel Bruhl, Til Schwigher, Mélanie Laurent, and August Diehl

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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21. Rocketman (2019)

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"I’ve been a huge Elton John fan for a long, long time and I love musicals. The actors did amazing and the effects and music were beautiful! I saw it twice in theaters and a million more times since then."

—yellowbrickroad

Directed by: Dexter Fletcher

Starring: Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden, and Bryce Dallas Howard

Where to watch it: Hulu

Watch the trailer here:

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22. School of Rock (2003)

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"School Of Rock is an iconic movie for me. It's hilarious from start to finish, with memorable characters and quotes. I always come back to watch it every once in a while because it’s one of those great feel-good movies."

—ziopy

Directed by: Richard Linklater

Starring: Jack Black, Joan Cusack, Mike White, Sarah Silverman, and Miranda Cosgrove

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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23. Inception (2010)

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"Inception is a perfect movie from start to finish. I show it to my English classes, so I watch it at least three times every semester, and I always notice new things. I never get bored watching the film, even if I’ve already seen the same part twice earlier that day. It’s the perfect balance of drama and action, and the cinematography is beautiful. Even the 'slower' parts of the film are just long enough to break from the action without getting boring."

—mira2018

Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Ken Watanabe, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Elliot Page, Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy, Tom Berenger, and Michael Caine

Where to watch it: Netflix and HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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24. Whiplash (2014)

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"These days, I feel like I can cut a good 30–40 minutes from every movie, but Whiplash uses every single minute of its 1 hour and 46 minutes beautifully."

—canberkemri

Directed by: Damien Chazelle

Starring: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Paul Reiser, and Melissa Benoist

Where to watch it: Starz

Watch the trailer here:

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25. Black Panther (2018)

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"I’m no expert, but everything about that movie is perfect."

—jessicarutht2

Directed by: Ryan Coogler

Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, Daniel Kaluuya, Angela Bassett, Forest Whitaker, and Andy Serkis

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

Watch the trailer here:

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26. My Neighbor Totoro (1993)

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"It's nostalgic for me, but every time I watch it, I'm so content. Anytime I see acorns, I have the urge to collect them. I always have to have cucumbers as I watch because of the scene out in the field when Mei and Satsuki are eating them whole. The story is adorable and the animation is so well done for a 1993 release date."

—kaykay777kw

Directed by: Hayao Miyazaki

Starring: Dakota Fanning, Elle Fanning, Tim Daly, Lea Salonga, Frank Welker, Paul Butcher, Pat Carroll, Russi Taylor, and Matt Adler

Where to watch it: HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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27. Into the Wild (2007)

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"My cousin and I would watch this any time we needed a good cry."

—gizmosgroupie

Directed by: Sean Penn

Starring: Emile Hirsh, Marcia Gay Harden, William Hurt, Jena Malone, Catherine Keener, Vince Vaughn, Zach Galifianakis, Kristen Stewart, and Hal Holbrook

Where to watch it: Netflix

Watch the trailer here:

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28. Ratatouille (2007)

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"That movie is amazing and the cooking scenes are so satisfying!"

—phiarulz

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Patton Oswalt, Ian Holm, Lou Romano, Janeane Garofalo, Brad Garrett, Peter O'Toole, Brian Dennehy, Peter Sohn, and Will Arnett

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

Watch the trailer here:

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29. The Sound of Music (1965)

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"There will never be a Maria like Julie Andrews."

—mjjk31314

Directed by: Robert Wise

Starring: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Charmain Carr, and Eleanor Parker

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

Watch the trailer here:

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30. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)

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"Everything about this movie makes me feel specific emotions. The shots are beautiful. The score is mesmerizing. The story is so smart and unique. I will never stop loving this movie."

—garbyge

Directed by: Michael Gondry

Starring: Jim Carrey, Kate Winslet, Kirsten Dunst, Mark Ruffalo, Elijah Wood, and Tom Wilkinson

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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31. Secondhand Lions (2003)

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"This movie has a killer cast and the perfect mix of feel-good moments and sadness." 

—akylam

Directed by: Tim McCanlies

Starring: Michael Caine, Robert Duvall, Haley Joel Osment, Nicky Katt, and Kyra Sedgwick

Where to watch it: Tubi

Watch the trailer here:

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32. Joker (2019)

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"The movie is perfect from start to finish. The acting is on point, the cinematography is beautiful, and I love the fact that the whole movie is from the point of view of Arthur. This movie is truly incredible."

—marie-francel

Directed by: Todd Phillips

Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, and Frances Conroy

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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33. Little Women (2019)

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"I loved the 1994 version so wasn’t sure how the new one would compare, but it was perfection. The casting, the cinematography, and finally making us understand Amy March. It deserves every award!"

—cherrieh2

Directed by: Greta Gerwig

Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern, Timothée Chalamet, Meryl Streep, Tracy Letts, Bob Odenkirk, Louis Garrel, and James Norton

Where to watch it: Starz

Watch the trailer here:

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34. Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016)

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"It’s flown under the radar for a while, but now that Taika Waititi is a bigger name, maybe more people will be interested! It’s got a lot of heart, the writing is wonderful, and the comedy is spot on. You’ll feel great after watching it."

—fennip

Directed by: Taika Waititi

Starring: Sam Neill, Julian Dennison, Rhys Darby, Rima Te Wiata, and Rachel House

Where to watch it: Netflix

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35. 1917 (2019)

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"About 15 minutes into this movie, it dawns on you that this is something uniquely brilliant. By the end, it's clear that Sam Mendes has made one of the best films of 2019."

—iimaggieshannonii

Directed by: Sam Mendes

Starring: George MacKay, Dean-Charles Chapman, Mark Strong, Andrew Scott, Richard Madden, Claire Dubercq, Colin Firth, and Benedict Cumberbatch

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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36. Stardust (2007)

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"Every second is perfect, every line is ideal, and every casting choice is amazing. Robert De Niro's performance especially has to be seen to be believed. This is one of the few examples where the movie is better than the book."

—greyladybast

Directed by: Matthew Vaughn

Starring: Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, Sienna Miller, Ricky Gervais, Jason Flemyng, Rupert Everett, Peter O'Toole, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Robert De Niro

Where to watch it: Netflix

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37. Coming to America (1988)

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"I love every second of that movie. From Samuel L. Jackson robbing McDowells to Arsenio calling God 'the Hugh Hefner on high,' — this movie never gets old."

—brandic49827ce89

Directed by: John Landis

Starring: Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, James Earl Jones, John Amos, Madge Sinclair, and Shari Headley

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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38. Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

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"The storyline is funny and cute, while not being over the top. The movie itself is beautiful."

—tatertots03

Directed by: Wes Anderson

Starring: Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton, Jason Schwartzman, Harvey Keitel, Jared Gilman, and Kara Hayward

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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39. Selena (1997)

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"I've watched the movie so much, my mother actually threw away the VHS. J.Lo was great in the movie, and Selena's music is amazing."

—bettyjo

Directed by: Gregory Nava

Starring: Jennifer Lopez, Edward Hames Olmos, Jon Seda, Constance Marie, Jacob Vargas, Lupe Ontiveros, and Jackie Guerra

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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40. I, Tonya (2017)

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"Not a minute of that movie is any less exciting than the rest. It's heartbreaking, hilarious, thrilling, and thought-provoking. It’s perfect."

—emmagarnerrr

Directed by: Craig Gillespie

Starring: Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Mckenna Grace, Julianna Nicholson, Bobby Cannavale, Allison Janney, and Paul Walter Houser

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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41. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)

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"I think it should have won the Oscar over Shape of Water. It’s a moving and original story, the dialogue ranges from comedic to poignant in a really credible (and not melodramatic) way, the performances are stunning, and the score works as a perfect backdrop. My favorite thing about the film is the ambiguity. All of the characters are neither good nor bad and are really well-developed as believable people, each with several flaws as well as several redeeming characteristics."

—imnotactuallyjohntravolta

Directed by: Martin McDonagh

Starring: Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson, Sam Rockwell, Abbie Cornish, John Hawkes, Peter Dinklage, Lucas Hedges, Samara Weaving, and Kathryn Newton

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon or with a Hulu Live TV subscription

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42. Goodfellas (1990)

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"I could watch it every week. The funny parts are still funny, the acting is amazing, and the story is amazing."

—lydiamargaretd

Directed by: Martin Scorsese

Starring: Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco, and Paul Sorvino

Where to watch it: HBO Max

Watch the trailer here:

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43. Yesterday (2019)

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"It’s a slightly weird science fiction-y premise wrapped up in a sweet love story, kind of reminiscent of Groundhog Day or The Truman Show — just far enough outside the rom-com genre to be unique. What makes it perfect for me is the attention given to small things. No scene or character feels thrown away or wasted, tiny irrelevant details turn out to sync with the main theme, and you’re still getting surprises right up until the last line of the film (literally). Lots of movies have great main characters and/or arcs, but the detail in this one really perfected it for me."

—travilkedung

Directed by: Danny Boyle

Starring: Himesh Patel, Lily James, Joel Fry, Ed Sheeran, and Kate McKinnon

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

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44. Captain Marvel (2019)

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"She’s a total badass and a complete female role model. Also, she's the first female Marvel superhero with a standalone movie."

—corgi2024

Directed by: Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck

Starring: Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Djimon Hounsou, Lee Pace, Lashana Lynch, Gemma Chan, Annette Bening, Clark Gregg, and Jude Law

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

Watch the trailer here:

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45. Eighth Grade (2018)

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"The awkwardness I felt during almost the entire thing was so real and relatable. Bo Burnham is a genius."

—sarah_pickle

Directed by: Bo Burnham 

Starring: Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton, Emily Robinson, Jake Ryan, and Fred Hechinger

Where to watch it: Showtime

Watch the trailer here:

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46. Meet the Robinsons (2007)

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"It’s one of the greatest movies Disney has ever made, full of adventure, fun and...relatives."

—quasiquasi

Directed by: Stephen Anderson

Starring: Daniel Hansen, Jordan Fry, Wesley Singerman, Angela Bassett, Tom Selleck, Harland Williams, Laurie Metcalf, Nicole Sullivan, Adam West, Ethan Sandler, and Tom Kenny

Where to watch it: Disney Plus

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47. Your Name (2016)

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"Not only is it beautifully animated, but it’s an extremely unique story about two people trying to find each other...there’s a huge twist that takes an already amazing movie up another notch!"

—ashtonlake95

Directed by: Makoto Shinkai

Starring: Michael Sinterniklaas, Stephanie Sheh, Kyle Hebert, and Cassandra Morris

Where to watch it: Available to rent on Amazon

Watch the trailer here:

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48. And finally, Parasite (2019)

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"The movie is complex and filled with different genres: comedy, thriller, horror, suspense, etc. Every shot is filmed with precision. The film is filled with brilliant twists and turns. Every scene is filled with symbolism in the background. I don’t want to spoil the film because it is best to go into it blindly, but after the movie ended, I was sitting there with my mouth open. The end shocked me. I was in awe of how incredible the movie turned out to be. I was genuinely not expecting the ending. I truly recommend watching it because the movie needs to be seen by everyone."

—ahtonkins

Directed by: Bong Joon-ho

Starring: Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Choi Woo-shik, Park So-dam, Lee Jung-eun, and Jang Hye-jin

Where to watch it: Hulu

Watch the trailer here:

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