Feel-good movies on Amazon Prime are an important genre of films as they provide emotional regulation to the viewers. We tend to return to these movies as we find them warm and comforting and we have seen the ending for the 1000th time yet we return to these films.
Even though it is difficult to narrow down the list to only movies, we have arranged it for you and the list will state the best feel-good movies available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and it will state all the information that one should have before streaming the films.
40.In The Heights
- Directed by: Jon M. Chu
- Written by: Quiara Alegría Hudes
- Cast: Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Leslie Grace, Melissa Barrera, Olga Merediz, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Gregory Diaz IV, Jimmy Smits, Lin-Manuel Miranda
- IMDB Rating:7.3/10
A tale of Washington Heights. Usnavi is a bodega owner and shares his story a decade back. We get to Meet Abuela Claudia who is his caretaker; Kevin Rosario, a taxi business owner; Benny, a friend and taxi worker; the hair salon trio Daniela, Carla, and Cuca; Sonny, Usnavi’s cousin; and Vanessa, his crush.
Usnavi dreams of his dad’s Dominican business while Nina returns from Stanford and struggles. Vanessa’s design dream is faced with rejection. Sonny’s lottery ticket wins big, and emotions spark at the local pool. Usnavi’s path includes family, dreams, and love.
Abuela’s tale, mourning her and uniting the neighborhood, stirs hearts. In the middle of protests and revelations, love and dreams come to life. Usnavi’s story shouts as he speaks to his daughter Iris, showing how community and connections shape us. The movie captures love, loss, and the heartbeat of Washington Heights.
“In the Heights” draws a vibrant, heartfelt picture of community, dreams, and finding where you belong.
39. Hot Fuzz
- Directed by: Edgar Wright
- Written by: Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg
- Cast: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jim Broadbent, Timothy Dalton
- IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
To lighten your mood step into the quirky world of “Hot Fuzz.” A movie that serves up action, comedy, and mystery in a charmingly twisted blend. When high-achieving police officer PC Nicholas Angel is banished to a sleepy village, Sandford, he finds himself entangled in a net of perplexing murders and eccentric townsfolk.
The film takes a hilarious twist on the typical buddy cop formula, teaming Angel with Danny Butterman, a cop-movie fanatic. As they team up to crack the case, you’ll be treated to a mixture of humor, suspense, and unexpected revelations.
With a dangerous and ruthless villain on the loose and a plot that turns conventions on their head, “Hot Fuzz” keeps you guessing till the very end.
“Hot Fuzz” invites you to laugh, gasp, and cheer alongside its unforgettable characters. So, if you’re looking for a movie that delivers thrills, and laughter, this cinema is definitely for you.
38. Hunt For The Wilderpeople
- Directed by: Taika Waititi
- Written by: Taika Waititi
- Cast: Sam Neill, Julian Dennison, Rhys Darby, Rima Te Wiata
- IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
The story is set in the land of New Zealand where a very unique tale unfolds. Ricky Baker is a spirited kid who bounced around foster homes. It was his fate to meet Bella and her husband Hector. Hector keeps his distance from Ricky but Ricky forms a bond with Bella. Tragedy comes when Bella passes away, and the world around Ricky seems to black out.
Fearing to be relocated by state services, Ricky fakes his demise and escapes into the wilderness with Hector in tow. A nationwide manhunt develops, putting Ricky and Hector on an exciting journey of survival and self-discovery.
As they pass through challenges and misadventures, Ricky and Hector’s relationship strengths. Ricky opens up to Hector about his fears and hopes, revealing the problems of the foster care system. Unexpected allies and enemies shape their path, sketching a portrait of resilience against all odds.
Through heartwarming and heart-pounding moments, Ricky and Hector’s story depicts the power of human connection and the strength to overcome adversity.
This movie is a blend of laughter, emotion, and adventure. With captivating twists, endearing characters, and stunning landscapes, it’s a rollercoaster of emotions that leaves you with the realization that sometimes, the most unexpected bonds can change your life forever.
37. Pride & Prejudice
- Directed by: Joe Wright
- Written by: Deborah Moggach
- Cast: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Brenda Blethyn, Donald Sutherland
- IMDB Rating: 7.8/10
In the charming and splendid world of the late 18th century, a tale unwinds at the Bennet estate in England. The lively family, led by Mr. and Mrs. Bennet and their daughters, strives for good matches.
With the arrival of the wealthy Charles Bingley, their hearts started to dance. But a snobbish Mr. Darcy ruffles feathers. Sparks fly at an assembly, where affection begins between Jane and Bingley, while Elizabeth faces off with the proud Darcy.
Jane’s illness keeps her at Bingley’s, where Elizabeth meets haughty Caroline. Mr. Collins arrives, eyeing Jane but settling for Elizabeth, much to her father’s amusement. The sisters’ paths cross with the dashing Wickham, igniting Elizabeth’s empathy. Elizabeth rejects Collins, Bingley departs, and Charlotte’s surprising engagement with him stuns.
A few months later, Elizabeth crosses paths with Darcy again, A delightful journey through 18th-century England awaits the viewers. The world where love and pride clash, making it a movie worth watching for its timeless and exquisite portrayal of relationships and societal intricacies.
36. Fantastic Mr. Fox
- Directed by: Wes Anderson
- Written by: Wes Anderson, Noah Baumbach
- Cast: George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray
- IMDB Rating: 7.9/10
Fantastic Mr. Fox is a definitely piece of art.
On a wild journey, Mr. Fox’s amusing behavior leads to an unexpected trap on Berk’s Squab Farm. Alongside his wife Felicity, they’re caught and caged. After learning of Felicity’s pregnancy, Mr. Fox decides to find a safer job once he is free.
Years later Fox has a son named Ash and the Fox family resides underground. Despite warnings from lawyer Clive Badger, Mr. Fox moves the family closer to a dangerous area, near three farmers: Boggis, Bunce, and Bean.
As Felicity’s nephew Kristofferson joins, Ash starts to grow jealous of his talents. Mr. Fox remembers his days as a thief and steals from the farmers with opossum friend Kylie. Unaware, Felicity questions the sudden bounty.
The farmers, furious at the raids, target Mr. Fox for a showdown. After an intense attempt, they destroy his home, leading the Foxes to tunnel out. As they face surface dangers, tensions rise below ground with Felicity’s disappointment in Mr. Fox’s choices.
35. Paddington 2
- Directed by: Paul King
- Written by: Paul King, Simon Farnaby
- Cast: Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Brendan Gleeson, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Peter Capaldi
- IMDB Rating:7.8/10
In the heart of Windsor Gardens, Paddington is lending his neighbors a helping hand. In a search for a special birthday gift, he takes on unusual jobs to buy a pop-up book for Aunt Lucy. Trouble knocks when he witnesses a theft, the stolen book snatched away by the crafty thief, Phoenix Buchanan.
When Paddington tries to stop him, he falsely gets framed and thrown into prison. In the prison, he meets a chef named Knuckles. As the Browns struggle to prove Paddington’s innocence, they discover many clues leading to a hidden fortune related to the book.
Between all this, Paddington’s positive spirit begins to fade, as he fears the Browns have forgotten him. With Buchanan’s true colors revealed and a carnival train involved, Paddington’s adventure takes a twisted turn, and the Browns work to set him free and uncover the treasure.
34. The Sting
- Directed by: George Roy Hill
- Written by: David S. Ward
- Cast: Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Robert Shaw, Eileen Brennan
- IMDB Rating:8.3/10
Take a time machine and travel back to the heart of the Great Depression in 1936 America, where the story of The Sting is set. Johnny Hooker is a cunning trickster from Joliet who, along with his friends Luther Coleman and Joe Erie, frauds an easy $11,000.
Luther’s decision to retire sets the clock in motion for Hooker’s trip into the world of “the big con”. A dangerous plot twist comes in the form of corrupt police lieutenant William Snyder and the ruthless crime boss, Doyle Lonnegan. Luther’s demise forces Hooker to flee to Chicago, seeking help from his old friend, Henry Gondorff, to settle the score with Lonnegan.
Time travel combined with all the problems and chase makes this film a must-watch to lighten your day.
33. Back To The Future(1985)
- Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
- Written by: Robert Zemeckis, Bob Gale
- Cast: Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Crispin Glover
- IMDB Rating: 8.5/10
In a Californian town called Hill Valley, the year is 1985, and young Marty McFly is stuck in the grasp of his worries. He wishes to escape his parents’ fate. Marty’s sudden encounter with his eccentric scientist friend, Doc Brown, takes a drastic turn when Doc presents a time machine built from a DeLorean. This contraption turns out to be more than just a car. It is a vessel that allows Marty to travel through time.
Marty’s extraordinary journey to the past lands him in 1955, a time of innocence and numerous possibilities. He realizes the extent of his predicament.
He is hung in the past without enough plutonium to return to his own time. In the middle of exploring the charming streets of 1955, he witnesses the start of his parents’ complicated love story, full of bullies and unexpected connections.
However, Marty’s actions in the past inadvertently jeopardize his very existence. He must compete with time, quite literally, to set things right. With a dose of humor, a dash of suspense, and the consequences of time travel, Marty’s story takes us on an unusual and unforgettable adventure where the past, present, and future collide.
From lightning bolts to teenage infatuations, “Back to the Future” showcases the magic of possibilities that only time travel can offer.
32. The Wizard Of Oz(1939)
- Directed by: Victor Fleming
- Written by: Noel Langley, Florence Ryerson, Edgar Allan Woolf
- Cast: Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley
- IMDB Rating:8.1/10
Amid Kansas, teenager Dorothy Gale’s life is enclosed within a farm that is owned by her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry. The problem arises when her dog Toto bites a wealthy woman, Almira Gulch, and Dorothy runs to keep Toto safe.
Meanwhile, a tornado strikes, throwing Dorothy to a far-off land called Oz. She’s warmly welcomed by Glinda, a good witch, who explains that she’s in Munchkinland. The house she landed on killed the Wicked Witch of the East.
To safely get home, Dorothy must see the Wizard of Oz in the Emerald City. On her way, she meets and makes friends with the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion, each seeking something missing in themselves. They reach the city, facing problems from the Wicked Witch.
The Wizard promises to help if they bring the Witch’s broomstick. During their quest, they encounter flying monkeys, the Wicked Witch, and a watery twist. As they melt the Witch, Dorothy gets closer and closer to her dream of going home, but the journey brings them more than they ever expected.
31. Singin’ In The Rain
- Directed by: Stanley Donen, Gene Kelly
- Written by: Adolph Green, Betty Comden
- Cast: Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Jean Hagen, Millard Mitchell, Cyd Charisse
- IMDB Rating: 8.3/10
Let’s step back in time to 1927. The time when the glitz and essence of silent films reigned supreme. The remarkable duo, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are the faces of Monumental Pictures. Don who is the dashing heartthrob can barely stand Lina’s manipulative ways, but their studio spins a tale of romance for the headlines. Lina is delusional and believes their love is pure.
When the talking picture emerges, skepticism reigns among the partygoers at the after-party, hosted by R. F. Simpson. In the middle of the laughter and spectacle, we get to meet Kathy Selden who is a theater actress. She gives Don a taste of his own medicine.
Fires set on as a cake toss turns into a chance encounter. But as Kathy runs away, a new chapter begins in this tale of romance, fame, and a transforming industry.
30. Forrest Gump
- Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
- Written by: Eric Roth
- Cast: Tom Hanks in the role of Forrest Gump; Robin Wright in the role of Jenny Curran; Gary Sinise in the role of Lieutenant Dan Taylor; Mykelti Williamson in the role of Benjamin Buford.
- IMDB Rating: 8.8/ 10
The plot of the movie revolves around the life of Forrest Gump, he is a dimwit but he never let his disability as a flaw, and because of his mother, he leads a pretty restricted life. Despite being a half-wit, Forrest is an extremely kind-hearted person and he motivates people around with his childish optimism and beliefs, and he can motivate anyone. And, he deeply cares for Jenny, who is a sweet but troubled girl, and his childhood loves Forrest.
Forrest Gump is an incredibly amazing movie and this was one of the first films that I watched when I was young, even in 2022, this is my go-to movie, and the happiness I find while watching this movie is incomparable when I watch other movies.
The plot of the movie is the strongest as it is one of the most important components of a movie and the characters of the film are original and remarkable, moreover, the actors have done a great job and as the film developed the character development could be seen and they are very influential.
Amazing Movie- Facts
Another amazing thing I loved about the movie is the vocabulary that the writers used in the movie was not for the intellectual class of people as words were simple and even the average person and children could watch and enjoy the show.
The film has won six Academy Awards, that is, for Best Picture, Best Director, Tom Hanks for Best Actor, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Visual Effects, and Best Film Editing. In my opinion, this is one of the best feel-good movies on Amazon Prime Video and probably the most decorated film present on the list.
29. Dead Poets Society
- Directed by: Peter Weir
- Written by: Tom Schulman
- Cast: Robin Williams in the role of John Keating; Robert Sean Leonard in the role of Neil Perry; Ethan Hawke in the role of Todd Anderson; Josh Charles in the role of Knox Overstreet
- IMDB Rating: 8.1/ 10
The plot is about how John Keating, an English Literature teacher teaches in an all-boys elite Boarding School that is renowned for its old traditions and high principles. John Keating is an unorthodox teacher who uses different teaching methods to teach his students and his practical approach helps him to reach out to his students well.
John uses literary references to create a friendly bond with his students and teaches them the importance of poetry and why it is so important for the boys to follow their dreams and seize the day.
Dead Poets Society is the best movie and if you are into dark academia and poetry, then you would fall in love with this movie. The movie has some of the best dialogue such as “Carpe Diem”, and “O Captain, my Captain.” watching Robin Williams playing the role of John Keating was a treat and the way he portrayed his character and interacted with the students made his character so different.
The Plot- An Inspiration
John Keating is the English teacher that one would be grateful to have and the way he teaches his students about love, idea, and passion is just so entertaining to watch. It is one of the most uplifting movies, and the way it develops makes it one of the best films ever created.
The movie would inspire you to think outside the box and the film inspires you in an old-fashioned way and it will also make sure you get emotional with the unsettling scene or two. This movie is a rollercoaster of emotions as it will make you laugh, cry, and inspire, and it will teach you the true meaning of friendship, young love, passion, failure, and sacrifices.
The cinematography of the film is exquisite and it can be seen in the movies as it had numerous scenes where the audience would fall in love with the scenes and would probably re-watch the scenes. Overall, it is a great watch, and no matter how much I talk about the movie, it would be too little.
28. The Terminator (1984)
- Directed by: James Cameron
- Written by: James Cameron, Gale Anne Hurd
- Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger in the role of Terminator; Michael Biehn in the role of Kyle Reese; Linda Hamilton in the role of Sarah Connor.
- IMDB Rating: 8.1/ 10
Borat, a popular news reporter from Kazakhstan travels to the United States to film a documentary on what makes The United States of America one of the greatest nations in the world. He meets a lot of people in America and he offends every one of them, he falls in love with Pamela Anderson, the actress and he travels across the country to make her his wife.
Borat is a comedy masterpiece and this mockumentary is probably the funniest movie that has been released in recent years. The film is popular not because it is dumb but because it is smart and every word in the title is placed intentionally. Sacha Baron Cohen did a great job in playing the role of Borat and the plot of the film is hilarious and is shrewd in choosing its target audience.
27. Fargo (1996)
- Directed by: Joel Coen
- Written by: Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
- Cast: Frances Mc Dormand in the role of Marge Gunderson; William H. Macy in the role of Jerry Lundegaard; Steve Buscemi in the role of Carl Showalter.
- IMDB Rating: 8.1/ 10
The plot of the film is about Jerry Lundegaard, a car salesman who is in huge debt and is in dire need of money. He plans to kidnap his wife by hiring two things and asking her wealthy father for the ransom. But things went downhill when the two things shot a state trooper.
This crime thriller’s director deserves praise because of the storytelling methods he used and for paying equal attention to every character in the film. The plot of the film was captivating and it was hard to predict what would happen in the next scene.
The events that took place in the film were true and relatable and the motive of the film is clear. It is a great watch if you want to watch that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
26. Shrek
- Directed by: Vicky Jenson, and Andrew Adamson
- Written by: Ted Elliot, Terry Rossio, Joe Stillman, Roger S. H. Schulman
- Cast: Mike Myers voiced Shrek; Eddie Murphy voiced Donkey; Cameron Diaz voiced Princess Fiona; John Lithgow voiced Lord Farquaad.
- IMDB Rating: 7.9/ 10
The story of the movie is about Shrek, an Ogre who lives alone in a distant swamp. One day, all of a sudden his precious solitude and quiet were robbed of him when a group of mythical creatures showed up at his swamp because all of them were banished from their land by the evil Lord Farquaad.
Committed to saving the homes of the banished creatures and his peace, Shrek cuts a deal with Lord Farquaad, that is, he needs to save Princess Fiona to be the bride of Lord Farquaad. But things tend to take a turn as Princess Fiona has a dark secret that she is trying to hide from Shrek and the masses.
Shrek is one of the first animated movies that I have watched and enjoyed. The movie is great as the voice cast of the film was great and the voice went perfectly well with the characters, the character sketch was great and their development was evident as the film progressed.
Shrek-Movie
Shrek is a great movie and it tries to take down all the movie clichés that Disney and other films have created over the years, it worked for the first half of the movie but couldn’t stay true to their formula as they had to use the same methods as the movie progresses but that does not make it a bad movie.
This is the best animated feel-good animated movie available on Amazon Prime Video and you can watch this with your family, children, or friends and have a great time.
25. Promising Young Woman
- Directed by: Emerald Fennell
- Written by: Emerald Fennell
- Cast: Carey Mulligan in the role of Cassie Thomas; Bo Burnham in the role of Ryan Cooper; Alison Brie in the role of Madison McPhee.
- IMDB Rating: 7.5/ 10
The movie tells the story of Cassandra Thomas, a promising student who is a dropout of medical school, due to an undefined trauma that involved Nina, her best friend. Currently, Cassandra works at a cafe and during the night she entraps men.
As the movie progresses, we learn about the traumatic incident that happened with Nina. Nina learns that the men who caused her trauma in medical school are back in the country and she will formulate a plan to end their privilege.
Promising Young is an emotional rollercoaster and the amazing part of such movies is that trauma often swings our mood and affects our decision-making, and the director kept that in mind while directing the movie.
This was Emerald Fennell’s debut film as a director and a writer but he paid so much attention to all the characters and the scenes that even the veteran directors fail to do sometimes. The film is confident and messy and a fantastic watch.
24. The Big Sick
- Directed by: Michael Showalter
- Written by: Emily Gordon, Kumail Nanjiani
- Cast: Kumail Nanjiani as self; Emily Gordon as self.
- IMDB Rating: 7.5/ 10
The film tells the story of Kumail, a Pakistani stand-up comedian who has shifted to America. During one of his shows, he meets Emily, and their meeting soon blossoms into a beautiful relationship. Kumail is worried that his parents will not acknowledge Emily as their daughter-in-law. However, due to an illness, Emily is in a coma. Kumail forms a bond with her parents who are deeply concerned about her daughter.
The Big Sick is a real-life love story of Kumail and his wife. The film had a perfect amount of drama, comedy, and romance. The film is beautifully and cleverly written and the on-screen chemistry of the actors was beautiful. This is the whole movie is a beautiful rollercoaster and the audience enjoys the highs and lows of the story.
23. Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan
- Directed by: Larry Charles
- Written by: Sacha Baron Cohen, Anthony Hines, Peter Baynham, Dan Mazer
- Cast: Sacha Baron Cohen in the role of Borat Sagdiyev; Ken Davitian in the role of Azamat Bagatov; Luenell in the role of Luenell.
- IMDB Rating: 7.4/ 10
Borat, a popular news reporter from Kazakhstan travels to the United States to film a documentary on what makes The United States of America one of the greatest nations in the world. He meets a lot of people in America and he offends every one of them, he falls in love with Pamela Anderson, the actress and he travels across the country to make her his wife.
Borat is a comedy masterpiece and this mockumentary is probably the funniest movie that has been released in recent years. The film is popular not because it is dumb but because it is smart and every word in the title is placed intentionally. Sacha Baron Cohen did a great job in playing the role of Borat and the plot of the film is hilarious and is shrewd in choosing its target audience.
22. Lady Bird
- Directed by: Greta Gerwig
- Written by: Greta Gerwig
- Cast: Saoirse Ronan in the role of Christine MacPherson; Laurie Metcalf in the role of Marion MacPherson; Timothee Chalamet in the role of Kyle Scheible.
- IMDB Rating: 7.4/ 10
The plot of the movie is about a nurse who tirelessly works to make ends meet as her husband has lost his job. She meets a girl and forms a daughterly bond with her, and the girl reminds her of her younger self.
The film had elements of drama and comedy, the characters of the film had unique traits, and exceptional taste in casting could be seen in the film. The film is strong and you would enjoy it from the opening moments of the film and you would be eagerly wondering for the next scene. The plot progresses at a perfect pace. The film had a different plot but it was fun to watch.
21. Uncle Frank
- Directed by: Alan Ball
- Written by: Alan Ball
- Cast: Paul Bettany in the role of Frank Bledsoe; Sophia Lillis in the role of Beth Bledsoe; Peter Macdissi in the role of Walid Nadeem; Steve Zahn in the role of Mike Bledsoe.
- IMDB Rating: 7.3/ 10
The plot of the film tells us about Frank, an English professor who is homosexual and he lives in New York with Wally. Beth, who happens to be the narrator of the story takes an interest in Frank.
The film is entertaining and watching Frank and Beth and their relationship is so beautiful. Watching Frank and Wally was fun as well. When the trailer of the film was released it felt like it would be similar to “The Help” but it was not and the characters of the film were beautifully written and they were round characters, I didn’t like Wally because he was too naïve.
But Paul Bettany did a marvelous job in the role of Uncle Frank and he has cemented it to be one of the most popular characters that he has ever played.
20. Beautiful Boy
- Directed by: Felix Van Groeningen
- Written by: Luke Davies, Felix Van Groeningen
- Cast: Steve Carell in the role of David Sheff; Timothee Chalamet in the role of Nicolas Sheff; Maura Tierney in the role of Karen Sheff; Kaitlyn Dever in the role of Lauren.
- IMDB Rating: 7.3/ 10
The plot of film is about a teenage boy Nicolas Sheff, who is a very bright student who scores great grades, apart from being a bright student he excels at other activities such as acting, painting, and sports, and he is the editor of his school’s newspaper, but things turn difficult for Nicolas as he is addicted to meth, and his father tries to do everything to save his son from the addiction but every step he takes leads to an unyielding result.
This movie is a true story about a series of unfortunate events and this film is based on the memoir David’s Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey Through His Son’s Addiction and Nic’s Tweak: Growing Up on Methamphetamines, and these books had an all-male writing staff.
Beautiful Boy is an agonizing story that will reverberate with its viewers who have experienced addiction at some point in their lives.
The approach and direction of Felix Van Groeningen have made the film beautiful in an artistic way, but the aesthetic features suffocate the fantastic performance of the cast. The film is amazing and this is one of my favorite feel-good movies present on the list.
19. The Report
- Directed by: Scott Z. Burns
- Written by: Scott Z. Burns
- Cast: Adam Driver in the role of Daniel Jones; Annette Bening in the role of Dianne Feinstein; Jennifer Morrison in the role of Caroline Krass; Ted Levine in the role of John Brennan.
- IMDB Rating: 7.2/ 10
The political thriller tells us the story of Daniel Jones, an FBI agent who performs thorough and detailed research into the CIA’s use of inhumane torture methods on suspected terrorists.
The film is an outstanding narration of how far governments and authorities will go by forgetting all their ethics, and accountability. The storyline is deep and the interrogation program after the 9/11 attack.
The director, Scott Z. Burns gave a perfect direction to the film, and the cast of the film has done an amazing job, especially Adam Driver who has done a fantastic job and proves that he is one of the most talented young stars. The story is eye-opening, and it is gripping and a very important part of modern history.
18. One Night In Miami
- Directed by: Regina King
- Written by: Kemp Powers
- Cast: Kingsley Ben-Addir in the role of Malcolm X; Eli Goree in the role of Cassius Clay; Aldis Hodge in the role of Jim Brown; Leslie Odom Jr. in the role of Sam Cooke.
- IMDB Rating: 7.1/ 10
The movie takes place in the 60s and it gives us a fictional account of what happened in Miami Beach on 25th February 1964. Cassius Clay, the heavyweight boxing champion fought against Sonny Liston, and Cassius Clay came out as the victor, the fight earned him the championship and it led to the skyrocketing career of the most famous boxer ever, Muhammad Ali.
This movie devises the before and after scenes of the fight day when Cassius Clay met with his buddies Jim Brown, Sam Cooke, and Malcolm X.
The film features the debut of Regina King as the director and her prowess can be seen in the film as all of the scenes were flawless.
The movie is powerful as Kemp Powers the writer of the film develops the movie with historically accurate scenarios and the truth about the characters he would have sat and thought about what the figures would have said to each other, as a result, the dialogues find an emotional accuracy with some drama. The final product led to a memorable performance who are the renowned figures of Black History in America.
17. Coming to America
- Directed by: John Landis
- Written by: David Sheffield and Barry W. Blaustein
- Cast: Eddie Murphy in the role of Prince Akeem Joffer; Arsenio Hall in the role of Semmi; James Earl Jones in the role of King Jaffe Joffer; Madge Sinclair in the role of Queen Aoleon Joffer.
- IMDB Rating: 7.1/ 10
The plot of the film is about Prince Akeem, he is a prince of a wealthy African country and he longs for a wife who would love him till the end of the world and he does not want his parents to get him a wife.
As a result, Akeem runs away to America with his best friend and sidekick, Semmi. Akeem and his friend disguise themselves as foreign students and they work in a fast-food restaurant, where Akeem falls in love with Lisa, but he faces a dilemma as he is in love with her but can not tell her that he’s a prince.
Coming to America is a hilarious and beautiful movie as it teaches us about the importance of choices, appearances, and the decisions we make. Eddie Murphy played his role amazingly and this movie explains why he was one of the most famous actors in the 80s, there were other veteran actors as well who played them perfectly.
Plot
The plot of the film is strong and it doesn’t have any plot holes that would ruin the plot development and the way it progresses is perfect. Apart from being a comedy gold, this movie is also a heartwarming love story.
The film tackles the stereotypes as it had an all-black cast, but the film was a comedy masterpiece, and it had the crazy 80s Afro-American fashion trend that made this a feel-good movie and we tend to return to it from time to time.
16. Live Free Or Die Hard
- Directed by: Len Wiseman
- Written by: Mark Bomback
- Cast: Bruce Willis in the role of Detective John McClane; Justin Long in the role of Matthew Farrell; Maggie Q in the role of Mai Linh; Cliff Curtis in the role of Miguel Bowman.
- IMDB Rating: 7.1/ 10
The film tells the story of John McClane and a young hacker who form a duo to take down Thomas Gabriel, an infamous cyber-terrorist. Gabriel is in Washington, D.C. and he has hacked into the systems of the FBI’s Cyber Crime Division, the director of the organization tries to narrow down the list of hackers who have tried to do so.
The film is an amazing sequel that refreshes the Die Hard franchise. The director did an amazing job and the cinematography and camera angles were marvelous, the plot of the film was great and it did not have any absurd film logic behind it, and the pace of the film was perfect as well.
The action scenes were fun to watch and watching Bruce Willis in action is always a treat as he perfectly plays his roles. The theme of the movie is fun to listen to and every sequel comes up with a new and original plot.
15. Sylvie’s Love
- Directed by: Eugene Ashe
- Written by: Eugene Ashe
- Cast: Tessa Thompson in the role of Sylvie Parker; Nnamdi Asomugha in the role of Robert Halloway; Aja Naomi King in the role of Mona.
- IMDB Rating: 6.8/ 10
The plot of this romantic masterpiece is about Sylvie who works in her father’s record store in Harlem, and she falls in love with a saxophonist but they cannot stay together. After a few years, they reconnected and they realized that their love was not lost over the years.
Sylvie’s Love is one of the most heartwarming and feel-good movies present on the list. The film is thought-provoking and unapologetic as it will shred the heart of its audience. The visuals of the film are not over the top but the way it is shot makes this film so beautiful.
The actors and actresses have done an amazing job and they have made the characters one of the best reel couples and their chemistry was just splendid. Along with the plot and the beautiful soundtrack, this is a great watch and this is one of the best feel-good movies streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
14. Brittany Runs A Marathon
- Directed by: Paul Downs Colaizzo
- Written by: Paul Downs Colaizzo
- Cast: Jillian Bell in the role of Brittany Forgler; Michaela Watkins in the role of Catherine; Uthkarsh Ambudkar in the role of Jern Dahn; Lil Rel Howery in the role of Demetrius.
- IMDB Rating: 6.8/ 10
The plot of the movie is about Brittany Forgler, a fun-loving and hard-partying girl. Her world turns upside down when a trip to the doctor’s clinic reveals how physically unfit she is. As a result, she is determined and motivated to lose weight, she starts running every day and she wants to forge herself for the ultimate goal, which is competing in the New York Marathon.
There are many feel-good movies on Amazon Prime but this is probably the most wholesome and heartwarming movie that you would ever watch because we can relate with Brittany and how we don’t take care of our bodies and gradually we become extremely unfit.
The plot of the film is unique and beautiful, and the characters of the film were the best a lot of thought processes would have gone after Brittany Forgler, and to top it off with Cherry the movie has an emotional happy ending.
13. The Map of Tiny Perfect Things
- Directed by: Ian Samuels
- Written by: Lev Grossman
- Cast: Kathryn Newton in the role of Margaret; Kyle Allen in the role of Mark; Jermaine Harris in the role of Henry.
- IMDB Rating: 6.8/10
The plot of the film revolves around Mark, a high school student who has been stuck in a time loop and has been reliving the same day again and again. He meets a girl and soon he starts to grow fond of her and soon a bidding relationship is formed between them.
If you like watching time loop movies and the reoccurrence of certain events, then this movie is for you. The plot of the film is original and interesting. The director did a fine job in his direction as he beautifully narrated the film through his techniques. The on-screen chemistry of the stars was beautiful and it would not feel like the two are acting, overall it is a great film.
12. Bruce Almighty
- Directed by: Tom Shadyac
- Written by: Steve Koren
- Cast: Jim Carrey in the role of Bruce Nolan; Morgan Freeman in the role of God; Jennifer Aniston in the role of Grace Connelly.
- IMDB Rating: 6.8/ 10
The plot of the film is about how Bruce Nolan, a television reporter, career has been stalled when he was not preferred to be an anchorman.
Bruce loses his cool and starts blaming God and he calls him incompetent. Soon, God meets Bruce offers him his powers, and asks him if he could do a better job than him. Bruce accepts the offer, and he uses these powers for selfish needs.
The plot of the film is amazing and it is fun to watch. Jim Carrey and Morgan Freeman have done a great job in their respective roles and the film motivates us that there is nothing fate or destiny, and it is in our hands to change our lives.
11. The Vast of Night
- Directed by: Andrew Patterson
- Written by: James Montague
- Cast: Sierra Mc Cormick in the role of Fay Crocker; Jake Horowitz in the role of Everett Sloan; Gail Cronauer in the role of Mabel Blanche; Bruce Davis in the role of Billy.
- IMDB Rating: 6.7/ 10
The plot of the film takes place in the 1950s in New Mexico, and it is two high school students, Everett and Fay, these two kids host a late-night radio show. While doing the show, they realized that something was obstructing the radio frequencies and calls were cutting out.
In addition to the obstructions, weird sounds could be heard in the frequencies, they started investigating the sound and found there was an extra-terrestrial object on the outskirts of the town.
The film is a hit and Andrew Patterson has done a great job as the film did not have a high budget. This science-fiction film is not like the other films we have seen over the years and the way the story has been told is splendid the great thing about this film is that it doesn’t have the typical stereotypes that we see in the film.
The characters were great and the cast of the film did a great job in playing their roles.
10. Guava Island
- Directed by: Hiro Murai
- Written by: Stephen Glover
- Cast: Donald Glover in the role of Deni Maroon; Rihanna in the role of Kofi Novia; Letitia Wright in the role of Yara Love; Nonso Anozie in the role of Red.
- IMDB Rating: 6.6/ 10
The plot of the film is about Deni Maroon, a young musician, he sings jingles that the masses like but soon he starts to compose songs that describe the oppression felt by the natives of Guava Island.
The film was shot in Cuba and this film is a great watch as Donal Glover was a God in this film and the techniques used in the storytelling were on another level. The film has a little bit of every genre, that is music, comedy, romance, political oppression, and freedom. The movie is exciting and you would prefer to watch it again and again.
9. 21 Bridges
- Directed by: Brian Kirk
- Written by: Adam Mervis, Matthew Michael, Carnahan
- Cast: Chadwick Boseman in the role of Andre Davis; Sienna Miller in the role of Frankie Burns; J. K. Simmons in the role of Captain McKenna; Taylor Kotsch in the role of Ray Jackson.
- IMDB Rating: 6.6/ 10
If you’re a fan of manhunt movies then 21 Bridges is the movie that you should check out immediately as the plot of the story is about Andre Davis, a police detective who hunts two criminals that have killed several cops and as the night progresses he gets unsure of who to pursue, things get intense as the authority decides to close all the 21 bridges of Manhattan to prohibit the suspects from escaping the city.
There are a lot of detective movies and series but they can not have enough originality in them as viewers would feel that the series or movie is like a copy of the other film and vice versa, but this is original and it does not bore you. The director builds up the tension from the moment the narcotics heist begins.
Even though the script was not very strong it developed perfectly and due to the excellent camera angles, the film looked original, and too much CGI didn’t make the film loom something crazy. Overall, it’s a great thriller watch and you will find yourself watching it for the 100th time soon.
8. The Aeronauts
- Directed by: Tom Harper
- Written by: Jack Thorne
- Cast: Eddie Redmayne in the role of James Glaisher; Felicity Jones in the role of Amelia; Himesh Patel in the role of John Trew.
- IMDB Rating: 6.6/ 10
The film takes place in 1862 and where James Glaisher, a headstrong scientist goes on a balloon journey to fly higher than anyone in the history of humankind with Amelia Wren, a wealthy young widow.
As the height increases their chances of survival decline, the two talk to each other and they find things about themselves and they help each other to find their place in the world.
The film is filled with many cliches but this historical fiction film is entertaining to watch. The plot of the film is strong and it develops at a perfect pace, needless to say, the thrill and the stunts looked amazing and the perfect camera angles made the stunts tenser.
The scenes of the movie were beautiful and the characters of the film were the best, but the historical accuracy found in the film was absurd and this film is bound to make the viewer a fan.
7. The Tomorrow War
- Directed by: Chris Mckay
- Written by: Zach Dean
- Cast: Chris Pratt in the role of James Daniel; Yvonne Strahovski in the role of Colonel Muri Forester; J. K. Simmons in the role of James Daniel Forester Sr.
- IMDB Rating: 6.6/ 10
The plot of the film is about a group of people who have traveled back in time to warn them that in 30 years, that is, in 2051 they will be at war against an alien species who plans to eradicate them.
This is an Amazon Prime original movie and these originals are fun and interesting to watch. This film is full of action, thrill, and drama mixed with amazing storytelling skills. Despite the fact the beginning of the film was slow and the first 30 to 40 minutes would be monotonous.
The film has a theatrical experience to it and this can be watched with your family because the film shows great family values which are absent in present Hollywood films.
The character sketch was interesting and all the characters were original and none of them felt that they were similar to each other. The action scenes were flawless and the dialogues in the film were great. This is one of my favorite movies on Amazon Prime and one would enjoy it if they’re looking for something fun to watch.
6. A Cure For Wellness
- Directed by: Gore Verbinski
- Written by: Justin Haythe
- Cast: Dan DeHaan in the role of Lockhart; Jason Isaacs in the role of Dr. Heinreich Volmer; Mia Goth in the role of Hannah von Reichmerl; Harry Groencer in the role of Roland.
- IMDB Rating: 6.4/ 10
The plot of the film is amazing as we see Lockhart, a stockbroker from Wall Street travel to a remote location in the Swiss Alps to recover the CEO of his company from a peaceful yet mysterious wellness center. The young stockbroker soon realizes that the idyllic cure center is not what it seems to be and his sanity will be put to the test as he finds out about the terrifying secrets soon he finds out that he is diagnosed with the same mysterious illness.
The film had many strong points but the best thing about the film is that it gives an aesthetic feel to it and the cinematography was stunning. The film was consistent in giving the visuals of a creepy cure house. The plot of the film was great and original and an interesting plot development makes the film creepier and this makes it one of the best films.
5. Annette
- Directed by: Leos Carax
- Written by: Ron Mael, Russell Mael
- Cast: Adam Driver in the role of Henry McHenry; Marion Cotillard in the role of Ann Defrasnounx; Devyn McDowell in the role of Annette
- IMDB Rating: 6.4 /10
The plot of the film revolves around Henry, a stand-up comedian with a sharp sense of humor, and Ann, an Opera Singer the two fall in love with each other and the two are one of the most celebrated and glamorous couples. When their first child was born, their lives changed forever as she had a mysterious and exceptional destiny.
The film is like an opera and the director doesn’t use surreal camera angles to make the movie look epic, but the acting done in the film was marvelous and it made Annette interesting to watch. The film had an original plot and the cast was hardworking and they perfectly nailed their roles in the film.
The plot developed at a fine pace and it didn’t feel boring or monotonous. The film is fun and interesting to watch and it is one of the best movies on Amazon Prime that I have watched in recent years
4. Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
- Directed by: Jonathan Butterell
- Written by: Tom McRae
- Cast: Max Harwood in the role of Jamie; Sarah Lancashire in the role of Margaret; Lauren Patel in the role of Priti Pasha.
- IMDB Rating: 6.3/ 10
The plot of the film revolves around Jamie who wants to become a drag queen, and he is uncertain as it is not like any traditional career, but Jamie is obstinate as he knows he will find a way to achieve his dream. Jamie is supported by his mother and supportive friends as he overcomes discrimination and bullying as he steps into the limelight.
This musical drama is based on a true story and in 2016 BBC Three released a documentary titled ‘Jamie: Drag Queen at 16’. This film is one of the best movies on Amazon Prime and the accuracy of the film is as close as the real story. The cast has done a fantastic job in playing the roles of the characters and the soundtrack of the film is fun to listen to.
3. Radioactive
- Directed by: Marjane Satrapi
- Written by: Jack Thorne
- Cast: Rosamund Pike in the role of Marie Curie; Sam Riley in the role of Pierre Curie; Anya Taylor-Jay in the role of Irene Curie; Cara Bossom in the role of Eve Curie
- IMDB Rating: 6.2/ 10
The plot of the movie tells us about Marie Curie, a scientist, and after her husband’s death, she got committed to science and started researching radioactive elements. But as her research progressed it was crystal clear that her research could help the medical field that could millions of lives or it could be used as a tool for warfare that could wipe out half the population of the Earth.
The film is strong and gripping with a strong female lead. Sometimes it gets too dramatic but the choices made while shooting the scenes were interesting as light and colors were used to show the creepy sensations of radioactivity and its effects.
The characters of the film were original and their development was detected as the plot developed. The film finds a perfect balance in showing Marie’s humanity as well as her intelligence, hard work, and sacrifices as a woman. Radioactive may not be one of the greatest movies ever created. But surely it is a great movie that one would like to watch time and again.
2. Next
- Directed by: Lee Tamahori
- Written by: Gary Goldman
- Cast: Nicolas Cage in the role of Cris Johnson; Julianne Moore in the role of Agent Callie Ferris; Jessica Biel in the role of Elizabeth Cooper.
- IMDB Rating: 6.2/ 10
The plot of the film is about Cris Johnson. He is blessed or cursed with the ability to foresee an event, he earns a living as a magician. When terrorists threaten to launch a nuclear weapon on the city, Agent Callie Ferris goes hunting Cris to save the city from an apocalypse.
The plot of the film is strong and the director did a great job with the camera angles as the scenes in the film were splendid. The actors of the film were hardworking and they paid attention to the minute details and the action scenes of the film were fun to watch.
1. My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2
- Directed by: Kirk Jones
- Written by: Nia Vardalos
- Cast: Nia Vardalos in the role of Fotoula Portokalos Miller; John Corbett in the role of Ian Miller; Elena Kampouris in the role of Paris Miller.
- IMDB Rating: 6.0/ 10
The plot of the film is a continuation of the first film. In the sequel, we will see that parenting and marriage are getting more and more difficult for Toula and her spouse Ian. Moreover, their child is a rebel who opposes the Greek traditions. When a shocking revelation about the family turns their worlds upside down. They decide to come up with a bigger wedding than before.
Even though the sequel of this film is weak the comedy of the film is hilarious and Aunt Voula as a character is interesting as she can shake things up because of her weird presence. The film may not have the best plot but it certainly is a good film to watch when you want to laugh.
