Good movies to watch on Netflix
Looking for the best movies to watch on Netflix and not sure where to start? You’re in the right place. This page brings together a carefully curated list of top Netflix movies, ranked using ratings from IMDb and FilmAffinity, two of the most trusted platforms for movie lovers worldwide. By combining global popularity with critical and audience-driven scores, this list helps you discover films that consistently stand out for their storytelling, performances, and overall impact. Whether you’re in the mood for a gripping thriller, an emotional drama, or an unforgettable classic, these highly rated picks make choosing your next movie night a whole lot easier.| 1 | 2 | 3 |
1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
The main character will gain the confidence of the director of the centre and the respect of his fellow prisoners. He is convicted of the murder of his wife, after being sentenced to life imprisonment.
Genres: Crime, Drama
8.6
/10
9.3
/10
2. The Godfather (1972)
In 1940s America, Don Vito Corleone is the powerful leader of a New York mafia family. He has four children, including the impulsive Sonny, the faint-hearted Fredo, and Michael, who wants nothing to do with his father's criminal activities. When Don Corleone refuses to get involved in the drug trade, a rival gang orders his assassination, leading to a brutal and bloody war between mafia families.
Genres: Crime, Drama
9.0
/10
9.2
/10
3. The Dark Knight (2008)
Batman/Bruce Wayne returns to continue his war on crime. With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman intends to destroy organized crime in the city of Gotham. But suddenly Joker, appears.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery
8.1
/10
9.1
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4. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
Sauron besieges Minas Tirith. Aragorn claims his heritage and rallies allies; Gandalf and Théoden hold the line while Frodo and Sam, guided by Gollum, risk everything to destroy the Ring in Mount Doom.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Fantasy, Science fiction, Drama
8.2
/10
9.0
/10
5. The Godfather: Part II (1974)
Continuation of the history of the Corleone through two parallel stories: Michael's choice as head of family businesses and the origins of the patriarch, Don Vito Corleone, first in his native Sicily and later in the United States, where, starting from below , he became a powerful head of the New York mafia.
Genres: Cult, Drama
8.9
/10
9.0
/10
6. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
Frodo Baggins inherits the One Ring, Sauron’s weapon to dominate Middle-earth. To destroy it, he leaves the Shire for Mount Doom. A Fellowship—hobbits, Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Boromir—protects him against Sauron’s forces and the Ring’s corrupting influence. Their quest decides Middle-earth!
Genres: Action/Adventure, Fantasy, Science fiction, Drama
8.0
/10
8.9
/10
7. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
After the Fellowship breaks, Frodo and Sam press into Mordor with Gollum as a dangerous guide to destroy the Ring. Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli pursue orcs, aid Rohan against Saruman and Wormtongue, while Gandalf returns as the White; armies muster and Middle-earth faces epic war. All depends on them.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Fantasy, Science fiction, Drama
8.0
/10
8.8
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8. Inception (2010)
Espionage expert Dom Cobb has condemned him to be a fugitive. His only chance to change his life will be to do the exact opposite of what he has always done. But his plan is complicated by the intervention of someone who predicts each of his movements.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Mystery, Science fiction, Thriller
8.0
/10
8.8
/10
9. Interstellar (2014)
A group of explorers undertakes a mission that may be the most important in human history. They travel beyond our galaxy to discover some planet on another galaxy that can guarantee the future of humanity.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Drama, Science fiction, Thriller, Mystery
7.9
/10
8.7
/10
10. 12th Fail (2023)
A sincere small-town man heads to Delhi to become a police officer, facing systemic adversity at every step ahead of the notorious civil service exams.
Genres: Musical, Drama
7.1
/10
8.7
/10
11. Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Private James Ryan launched himself with his squadron of paratroopers behind enemy lines. His three brothers have died in the war and the men of Captain John Miller’s patrol must risk their lives to find him.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Drama, History
7.8
/10
8.6
/10
12. Spirited Away (2001)
A ten-year-old girl travels by car with her parents to a fantastic world. When she discovers that her parents have been turned into pigs, she feels very lonely.
Genres: Animation, Anime, Action/Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Mystery
8.1
/10
8.6
/10
13. Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
Children of a japanese navy officer who lives in Kobe, Japan. They fail to reach the bunker where their mother awaits them. When they look for their mother, they find her badly injured in school.
Genres: Animation, Anime, Drama, Food
8.0
/10
8.5
/10
14. Back to the Future (1985)
A random mistake leads Marty McFly to 1955, a year in which his parents had not yet met. After preventing his first encounter, he must get them to meet and get married.
Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Science fiction, Action/Adventure, Romance, Family, Drama
7.5
/10
8.5
/10
15. The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
Eight years ago Batman disappeared, he stopped being a hero to become a fugitive. He sacrificed everything for what he considered, like Commissioner Gordon, a greater good. But everything changes with the arrival of Bane, a masked terrorist whose ruthless plans force Bruce to return from voluntary exile.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Thriller, Mystery, Crime, Drama
7.5
/10
8.4
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16. Dune: Part Two (2024)
After the fall of House Atreides, Paul takes refuge with Chani and the Fremen on Arrakis, learns about the desert, and gathers followers. They believe he is the Lisan al-Gaib; between love and visions of violence, he must choose to lead the rebellion against the Harkonnen and the Emperor for the spice and the fate of the universe.
Genres: Science fiction, Action/Adventure
7.6
/10
8.4
/10
17. Dangal (2016)
Mahavir Singh Phogat is a wrestling coach who trains his daughters Babita Kumari and Geeta.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Biography, Drama, Sport
7.3
/10
8.3
/10
18. Heat (1995)
Neil is an expert thief. His gang is formed by professional criminals that they can even impress Detective Vincent Hanna. When McCauley’s gang prepares the final blow, and Hanna’s team is ready to avoid it.
Genres: Action/Adventure, Cult, Crime, Drama, Thriller, Mystery
7.5
/10
8.3
/10
19. Good Will Hunting (1997)
Will is a young rebel with amazing intelligence, especially for mathematics. The discovery of his talent by the teachers will raise a dilemma: continue with his usual life - an easy work, good friends with whom to have some beers - or take advantage of his great intellectual qualities in some university. Only the advice of a lonely and bohemian teacher will help you decide.
Genre: Drama
7.5
/10
8.3
/10
20. Joker (2019)
Arthur Fleck lives in Gotham with his mother and his only motivation in life is to make people laugh. He acts as a clown in small jobs, but he has mental problems that make people see him as a freak. A series of tragic events will increase his anger against a society that ignores him.
Genres: Drama, Crime
7.9
/10
8.3
/10
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