Best Movies to Watch on Netflix Right Now [February 2024]
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I recently did a post on movies to watch right now for January 2024 on Paramount+ if that is your streaming service, but if you have Netflix, these are the best movies they have to watch right now. If you are looking specifically for a good love story or something to make you laugh, you will want to look at this Romantic Movie List or the Comedy Movie List, which include the best movies of those genres that are on Netflix this winter 2024. The list below includes mainly drama and action movies of a more serious nature, with gripping plots and some intense scenes. Any that I haven’t seen are on the top of my watch next list.
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Maestro
The life and love story of a famous musician. Academy Awards Nominee for this year. Starring and directed by Bradley Cooper and produced by Stephen Spielberg.
John Wick
“John Wick” follows the story of a retired hitman, played by Keanu Reeves, seeking vengeance for the death of his dog. The action-packed film explores a world of assassins and showcases John Wick’s deadly skills as he pursues justice.
Apollo 13
“Apollo 13” is a historical drama film depicting the true story of the ill-fated Apollo 13 lunar mission. Starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, and Bill Paxton.
Society of the Snow
Academy Award nominee.
Fried Green Tomatoes
Hacksaw Ridge
Aquaman
Aquaman must unite the underwater realms and prevent a war with the surface world.
The Sting
Winner of 7 Academy Awards including best picture, “The Sting” is a classic crime-comedy film starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Set in the 1930s, it follows two con men pulling off an elaborate scheme to swindle a mob boss. The film is known for its clever plot twists.
Parenthood
For some reason there are no good trailers of this movie. It is the best movie on realities of parenting I have ever seen, intertwining the stories of adult siblings and their different challenges raising their children, with a good combination of comedy and deep aspects and a really good cast.
Whiplash
“Whiplash” is an intense drama film about the intense relationship between a young drummer, played by Miles Teller, and his demanding music instructor, portrayed by J.K. Simmons. The film explores themes of ambition, perfectionism, and the cost of pursuing greatness. I highly recommend it.
Chinatown
Chinatown is a significant classic starring Jack Nicholson. It follows private investigator as he uncovers corruption and scandal in 1930’s Los Angeles while investigating a routine case. The film delves into themes of power, deceit, and urban development, with a complex and gripping narrative.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
This classic won several Oscars including Best Actor and Best Picture. Based on the book, it tells the story of a man who feigns insanity to avoid prison, ending up in a mental hospital.
Erin Brockovitch
“Erin Brockovich” is a biographical true story starring Julia Roberts. It is an inspirational legal narrative about an underdog taking on a powerful corporation.
NYAD
Academy Award Nominee for this year. Biopic of an woman who, in her sixties, pursues a dream to be the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida.