Over the last several years, Netflix has made a name for itself in the cinematic world, releasing original films that have dominated industry awards shows like the Oscars and the Golden Globes. In fact, the streaming giant received 18 nominations for this year’s Academy Awards. So, with plenty of films to choose from, which should you pick for movie night?
Here are our recommendations for the 14 best Netflix original movies. And if you’d rather go with a series, check out our picks for the best TV shows to watch on Netflix.
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Even if you’re not big on musicals, don’t be deterred by this film based on playwright Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical. It contains relatable themes on love, friendship and navigating career challenges, all while time is ticking by. And by the end, you might even realize you appreciate the great musical numbers, too.
A standalone sequel to 2019’s hit film Knives Out, Glass Onion follows detective Benoit Blanc’s (Daniel Craig) mission to uncover a mysterious death, after tech billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton) invites friends to his private Greek island. The film features fun plot twists, and is broken up by lighthearted humor and aloof characters played by an all-star cast.
Leave the World Behind (2023)
This impactful film chronicles the real events surrounding the Chicago Seven, a group of people charged with conspiracy by the US government, in connection with an uprising at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. It features an impressive cast, including Eddie Redmayne, Jeremy Strong, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Sacha Baron Cohen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
This animated drama, based on the graphic novel of the same name, is set in a futuristic medieval world, in which a knight (Riz Ahmed) is framed for a crime. A shapeshifting teenager named Nimona (Chloë Grace Moretz) — whom he’s been trained to destroy — may be his only hope for proving his innocence. Nimona is also up for Best Animated Feature Film at this year’s Oscars.
This biographical film tells the story of two sisters, Yusra (Nathalie Issa) and Sarah Mardini (Manal Issa), who escape war-torn Syria. Amid all the strife and upheaval, Yusra works toward her dream of swimming in the Olympics. It’s a touching narrative of hope and survival.
All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)
This one’s a fun watch for the whole gang. When the quirky Mitchell family embarks on a cross-country road trip, things quickly go south as they find themselves in the midst of a robot apocalypse. Now, they face the not-so-small task of saving humanity. The writing is clever and humorous, and you’ll have fun identifying all the big-name cast members who lend their voices to characters.
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