Fall is finally here, and there's no better way to ring in the colder weather than by staying in and having a great movie night. As temperatures drop, the number of movies on the platform only gets higher, from romances like Set It Up to recent Oscar contenders like Rustin and Nyad. Whether you're looking for something deep and thought-provoking or light for the whole family, there are a plethora of incredible films on Netflix. With over 50 amazing movies on this list alone, it can be difficult to choose, but our carefully written recommendations will help you find just what you're looking for.

Rest assured, this list has been carefully considered and curated by seasoned Collider editors with decades of combined experience — not to mention a passion and enthusiasm for the medium. Only the crème de la crème has made the cut. Read on to discover the best movies to watch on Netflix right now.

For even more recommendations, check out our list of the best shows on Netflix, best comedies on Netflix, and best dramas on Netflix.

Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.

Editor's note: This article was updated January 2025 to include Back in Action.

‘Back in Action’ (2025)

Back in Action by name and “back in action” by nature — this new Netflix action comedy sees Cameron Diaz finally return to the screen after a decade away, with the veteran actress starring alongside the talented Jamie Foxx as mother and father Emily and Matt. However, unbeknownst to those around them, the pair are former CIA spies, with that secret about to be exposed in the most thrilling of ways. After last starring in 2014’s Annie also alongside Foxx, Diaz’s return to acting is long overdue, with that fact alone likely enough to make millions sit down and indulge in this madness. - Jake Hodges

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‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.8/10

The sixth film in Aardman Animations’s Wallace & Gromit franchise, Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl was directed by Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham. In the stop-motion animated film, Gromit grows increasingly concerned about Wallace’s new robotic garden gnome, and those concerns are justified when the villainous penguin Feathers McGraw takes control of the machine. The film’s voice cast includes Ben Whitehead, Peter Kay, Lauren Patel, Reece Shearsmith, and more.

The second feature-length Wallace & Gromit movie, Vengeance Most Fowl had its premiere at the American Film Institute in October 2024 and has become a huge hit with both critics and audiences. In the UK, the movie had the second-most-watched broadcast since 2022 when it aired on BBC One on Christmas Day 2024. The film has also received several accolades, including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Animated Feature Film. A comforting watch with a light and entertaining plot, Vengeance Most Fowl is a delightful animated romp with a group of charming, lovable characters.

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‘The Six Triple Eight’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 53% | IMDb: 6.6/10

This brand-new Netflix war flick is set during the height of the Second World War in 1943 and follows the Women's Army Corps' all-Black battalion as they help solve issues with the mail service. Specifically, a change in priorities sees those on the front line lose contact with their families, creating an almost helpless ordeal that only the strongest and most determined minds can solve. A touching story featuring a heap of memorable performances, The Six Triple Eight offers a unique perspective on a war that makes up many a blockbuster movie. By avoiding the action of a conflict for the emotional reality of this specific tale, The Six Triple Eight stands out on its own as a story worth learning about. - Jake Hodges

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‘Maria’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 74% | IMDb: 6.6/10

Directed by Pablo Larraín, this biopic follows Angelina Jolie’s Maria Callas, a woman known in her time as the best opera singer in the world. With the days of her life numbered, she lives them out in Paris, attempting to come to terms with everything that came before her and the unknown that is yet to come. Jolie’s performance is the standout in this biopic, with many putting her forward for an Oscar nomination at the coming 2025 ceremony. A charming, pensive look at the final days of a fascinating life, this is a wonderful addition to Netflix’s current catalog. - Jake Hodges

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‘Shiva Baby’ (2020)

Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 7.1/10

This whirlwind movie, written and directed by Emma Seligman, follows Rachel Sennott’s Danielle, a young woman who, unbeknownst to her family, earns money as a sugar baby for a man named Max (Danny Deferrari). However, when attending a Jewish funeral surrounded by sickeningly expectant family members, it’s the arrival of Max, his family, and her ex-girlfriend that throws the entire event into chaos. Get ready to grab the edge of your seat and never let go — Shiva Baby is the most unexpectedly heartstopping thrill ride you’re likely to see anytime soon. Featuring a stellar lead turn from one of Hollywood’s best young talents, this is a tumultuous trip through the realities of modern life in pandemonium, told over one day. - Jake Hodges

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‘Carry-On’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | IMDb: 6.6/10

Directed by Jaume Collet-Sera, Carry On follows Taron Egerton as young TSA officer Ethan Kopek who, on one unassuming day, is blackmailed by a peculiar traveler, played by Jason Bateman, into letting a mysterious package on a flight scheduled for Christmas Day. For every desperate plea to watch It’s A Wonderful Life again, there’s always someone who desires something fresh during the time of goodwill. Well, if that’s you, look no further than Carry On, as this movie takes the festive spirit and evolves it into a twisting action thriller that you simply won’t want to miss. - Jake Hodges

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‘Spellbound’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 44% | IMDb: 5.8/10

The newest high-profile animation on Netflix, Spellbound follows Ellian (Rachel Zegler), a young princess whose parents are cruelly turned into monsters. Intent on changing the spell, Ellian heads on an adventure across land and sea to save not just her family but her entire kingdom. Featuring an eye-catching voice cast including the likes of Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, and more, Spellbound is a charming adventure with plenty of heart. By choosing to discuss darker themes than many would expect, Spellbound doesn’t shy away from a nuanced approach to its central story — something that many will appreciate. - Jake Hodges

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‘Joy’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 7.1/10

Depicting one of the most fascinating and uplifting tales in modern science, Joy follows a young nurse, a visionary scientist, and a groundbreaking surgeon who, over 10 years, from 1968 to 1978, fought to bring to the world the first-ever “test tube baby.” A heartwarming tale that intelligently puts women at the forefront of the story, Joy could not be more timely. Packed full of feel-good moments and a terrific set of central performances, Joy is one of the best British movies of the year. - Jake Hodges

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‘The Piano Lesson’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 6.6/10

Samuel L. Jackson’s latest venture is poetically based on the 1987 play of which he was an original ensemble member. However, this time, he plays the Charles family’s older statesman, Doaker. Together, the family must face their past as they decide what to do with their prized heirloom, the family piano. A touching directorial debut for Malcolm Washington, The Piano Lesson is an intriguing drama with plenty of heart. Featuring stellar performances from an eye-catching cast, this is one of the best new additions to Netflix in 2024. - Jake Hodges

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‘The Infiltrator’ (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes: 72% | IMDb: 7.0/10

Directed by Brad Furman, The Infiltrator follows Bryan Cranston’s U.S. Customs Service special agent Robert Mazur as he goes undercover in the world of drugs with the hopes of one day bringing down the biggest of the kingpins. A wonderfully crafted drama set in the 1980s, The Infiltrator is a film that has somehow gone under many people’s radar. Cranston delivers a typically nuanced and immersive lead performance as Mazur, who earnestly embodies the real-life figure the film is based upon. The Infiltrator is certainly well worth a watch. - Jake Hodges

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‘Don’t Move’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 69% | IMDb: 5.8/10

Produced by Sam Raimi, Don’t Move is the newest psychological thriller on Netflix that follows the breathless attempt of a woman, injected with a paralytic agent, to beat the clock and escape to safety before her body shuts down. A chilling, unique addition to a genre flooded with options in 2024, Don’t Move brings plenty of suspense through a brilliant lead performance by Kelsey Asbille. However, unlike what its synopsis might suggest, Don’t Move takes time with its tale, slowly hitting pivotal beats for a story that intelligently juxtaposes the race at its heart with its pensive pacing. - Jake Hodges

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‘Judy’ (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | IMDb: 6.8/10

Based on the life of beloved American entertainer Judy Garland, Judy is a biographical drama directed by Rupert Goold and adapted from Peter Quilter’s West End and Broadway play End of the Rainbow. The film is set during the final year of Garland’s life when she was living and working in England, exploring her past through flashbacks to her childhood. The movie stars Renée Zellweger as Judy Garland, with Jessie Buckley, Finn Wittrock, Rufus Sewell, and Michael Gambon in supporting roles.

Judy premiered at the 2019 Telluride Film Festival, where it received favorable reviews from critics. The film has received widespread acclaim from both critics and viewers, especially for Zellweger’s performance in the lead role. Zellweger went on to win numerous awards for her performance, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, a SAG Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Critics’ Choice Movie Award. Overall, Judy is a beautiful and compassionate film that presents the bittersweet story of one of cinema’s greatest icons.

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‘Woman of the Hour’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 6.8/10