Good movies to watch on Netflix South Africa - Page 2

21. Oppenheimer (2023)

Dramatic retelling of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s role leading the Manhattan Project to build the first atomic bomb. He grapples with moral and political fallout, fame, security hearings and opposes nuclear proliferation.

Genres: Drama, Reality

7.4 /10 8.2 /10

22. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

In the upcoming Spider-Man film, our hero is unmasked for the first time, blurring the lines between his normal life and superhero duties. Seeking help from Dr. Strange, the risks escalate, forcing him to confront his identity.

Genres: Family, Children, Science fiction, Action/Adventure

7.0 /10 8.2 /10

23. Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)

A devout man, Pawan "Bajrangi," finds a speech-impaired Pakistani girl lost in India and vows to return her home. Battling legal, political and logistical obstacles, his cross-border journey becomes a moving testament to compassion bridging national divides.

Genres: Action/Adventure, Comedy, Drama

7.2 /10 8.1 /10

24. My Octopus Teacher (2020)

A filmmaker strikes up an unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest, learning as the animal shares the mysteries of its world.

Genre: Documentary

7.3 /10 8.1 /10

25. The End of Evangelion (1997)

After the final angel is defeated, Shinji falls into depression. Seele orders an attack on Nerv, leading Gendo and Rei to terminal dogma. Gendo initiates his own plan, while Shinji's sanity is tested as he must decide the fate of humanity.

Genres: Animation, Anime, Action/Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Science fiction

8.1 /10

26. Chak De! India (2007)

Chak De! India follows disgraced ex-captain Kabir Khan, who coaches India's women's hockey team to redemption. Through strict coaching and unity, they overcome conflict to fight for national pride.

Genres: Drama, Family, Sport

8.1 /10

27. PK (2014)

An alien named PK (Aamir Khan) lands on Earth, where he will have to get used to living with humans while fixing his spaceship.

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Musical, Science fiction

7.1 /10 8.1 /10

28. Dead Poets Society (1989)

At a conservative New England boarding school, free-spirited teacher John Keating inspires students, shy Todd, ambitious Neil and others revive the secret Dead Poets Society, challenge tradition and parental and institutional authority, gain confidence, deepen bonds and pay for following their voice.

Genres: Drama, Comedy

7.6 /10 8.1 /10

29. Catch Me If You Can (2002)

In the 1960s, Frank W. Abagnale was a young and elusive criminal who adopted various identities. Carl Hanratty, an FBI agent, had the mission to capture him, but Frank was always one step ahead of him.

Genres: Biography, Crime, Drama

7.3 /10 8.1 /10

30. How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

Based on Cressida Cowell's children's book, this comedy action tells the story of Hiccup, a teenage Viking who doesn't fit his tribe's ancient reputation as dragon hunters.

Genres: Action/Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Animation, Family

7.3 /10 8.1 /10

31. My Neighbor Totoro (1988)

A family moved to the countryside in the 1950s as the mother is hospitalized. Then, their two daughters became friends with a forest spirit.

Genres: Animation, Anime, Family, Fantasy

7.7 /10 8.1 /10

32. Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004)

After awakening from a coma, Beatrix Kiddo continues her revenge against the Deadly Viper Assassination Squad, confronting Budd, Elle and Bill, uncovering her Pai Mei training and that her child survives, leading to a final showdown.

Genres: Action/Adventure, Crime, Thriller, Mystery

8.0 /10

33. The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013)

5 men from prestigious families propose to Kaguya. Despite their effortes, they couldn’t find what Kaguya wants. Then, the emperor of Japan proposes to her.

Genres: Animation, Anime, Drama, Fantasy, Action/Adventure, Family

7.6 /10 8.0 /10

34. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Raj, a fun-loving NRI, and Simran fall in love in Europe. Her traditional father returns her to India to wed a childhood betrothed. Raj follows to Punjab to win Simran and her family’s blessing.

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Musical, Romance

6.7 /10 8.0 /10

35. Castle in the Sky (1986)

Sheeta and Pazu set in motion a chain of irreversible events. They will find a treasure far greater than the power of ruling the world.

Genres: Animation, Anime, Action/Adventure, Family, Drama, Fantasy, Science fiction, Romance

7.5 /10 8.0 /10

36. Scent of a Woman (1992)

Frank Slade, a retired colonel who is blind, is being assisted by a young student, Charlie. Over Thanksgiving weekend, Frank convinces Charlie to accompany him to New York City instead of staying home.

Genre: Drama

7.4 /10 8.0 /10

37. The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)

After resurfacing, Jason Bourne is drawn back when reporter Simon Ross exposes Blackbriar, a CIA program. Ross’s reporting awakens memories, sending Bourne worldwide to uncover his identity while evading lethal agency operatives.

Genres: Action/Adventure, Thriller, Mystery, Drama

7.2 /10 8.0 /10

38. The Revenant (2015)

The explorer Hugh Glass is critically injured in a bear attack and left to fend for himself by a treacherous member of his team. With willpower as her only weapon, Glass will have to face a hostile territory.

Genres: Action/Adventure, Drama, Thriller, Biography, History

7.2 /10 8.0 /10

39. Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984)

A thousand years after an apocalyptic war, the Earth appears covered in forests infested with poisonous mushrooms and giant insects. Nausicaä is the princess of the Valley of the Wind, a tiny kingdom. The crisis erupts when the neighboring kingdom of Tolmekia, led by Princess Kushana, invades the Valley of the Wind.

Genres: Action/Adventure, Anime, Fantasy, Animation, Science fiction

7.6 /10 8.0 /10

40. Her (2013)

In near-future LA, lonely writer Theodore buys an advanced OS named Samantha. They develop an intimate, romantic bond that redefines connection and love as Samantha evolves, testing human loneliness.

Genres: Science fiction, Drama, Romance

7.5 /10 8.0 /10