Movies are a big part of life. Whether it’s fiction, a documentary, or horror, a movie can genuinely change your life. It might not seem like it, but everyone has a favorite movie. Even if it was something you watched as a kid, and you subconsciously still know the lines, that counts. For many, your favorite movie can be your comfort movie.
Something you put on when you need something familiar and something you know you will like. Maybe you’re not feeling that adventurous and just want something easy to fall back on and something you’ve seen over ten times. Let’s take a look at ten extremely comforting movies that you could possibly add to your list—or one you already love!
Dead Poets Society (1989)
John Keating, played by the beloved and late Robin Williams, has to be one of the best fictional teachers of all time. Throughout watching Dead Poets Society, you’ll feel extremely touched as you watch a group of boys start to learn what it means to be your own person and pursue your passions, even if others don’t necessarily agree. There are many ups and downs to this film, such as Neil absolutely crushing it as Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream and then what happens after that, which is devastating.
You’ll be feeling uplifted by the time the credits roll and feel the need to stand on a table and shout, "O Captain! My Captain!"
Clueless (1995)
To this day, people are still creating Cher’s iconic looks from this very '90s movie, and can you blame them? If you didn’t want Cher’s closet when you were younger, are you really being honest with yourself? Clueless follows the it-girl of her high school, Cher, and how she tries to win the affection of a new kid and transform a girl who doesn’t really want to be changed.
Clueless is such a comfort movie because of how fun it is. The plot often changes course and takes some unbelievable routes, such as Cher being held at gunpoint, but that’s what makes it so great. You just have to look past the step-sibling romance to really appreciate this movie, and hey, a young Paul Rudd is featured, so what more could you ask for?
Mamma Mia! (2008)
Who doesn’t love ABBA? If you don’t love ABBA or don’t bob your head to Dancing Queen, are you okay? However, if you love destination weddings, second chance romances, and three potential fathers, Mamma Mia! is the perfect choice for a cozy night in. There’s a lot of love and warmth packed into this movie through multiple different character pairings.
The mother-daughter relationship shown in this movie is very pure and will have you reaching for your phone to call your parental figure. Mamma Mia! is a great ride to take when you need a pick-me-up and want to sing along to some of ABBA’s greatest hits.
Lady Bird (2017)
Speaking of mother-daughter relationships, sometimes a dysfunctional one is just as comforting as one that’s seemingly perfect. Lady Bird is a beautiful film that perfectly captures what mothers and daughters go through when they’re not exactly alike. It’s a great coming-of-age story with perfect parallels to the working middle class and wealthy people. It shows what a young person goes through after their first love and friendships that seem like they’ll last forever but might not make it past graduation.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012)
If you had a small group of misfit friends in high school who went on wild adventures and shared their uttermost deepest and darkest secrets, then you have to check out The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Based on the book of the same name, this film follows a freshman who’s going through more than meets the eye as he enters his freshman year of high school and tries to find a space where he belongs.
He finds it in two seniors, Patrick and Sam, and together they form a tight trio as they balance the year, love, SATs, and unrequited affection. The Perks of Being a Wallflower will have you crying one second and then laughing the next, so get the tissues ready.
The Parent Trap (1998)
The Parent Trap is a perfect example of what not to do when trying to decide on a co-parenting agreement, with Nick and Elizabeth deciding to separate their kids and never tell them about each other. The twin sisters happen to attend the same summer camp, and at first, their rivals, considering they look exactly the same, don’t make the connection that they could possibly be related.
They quickly bond and form a plan to switch places for the year, and all goes well until Nick announces that he’s getting married to someone who isn’t Elizabeth. It’s a perfect summer movie if you want to curl up and experience a perfect two-hour film.
Chef (2014)
If you like the HULU show The Bear and have been wanting something familiar but not as high-maintenance as a multiple-episode series, you should give Chef a try. Chef follows a fine dining chef who quits his job after a food critic tears him down, and he has a public freak out that goes viral because of it.
He purchases a food truck and reconnects with his young son as they go all up and down the West Coast, selling sandwiches and other mouthwatering dishes. One that stands out is the pasta he makes for Scarlett Johansson’s character, and the way it’s shot will have you feeling hungry by the time the scene ends.
Bridesmaids (2011)
If you need a movie that will ensure several belly laugh moments and tears from how hard you’re laughing, it has to be Bridesmaids. If you’ve ever had that feeling of a good friend starting to become close with someone who isn’t you, that friendship jealousy, you’ll find yourself being represented on screen as you watch this movie.
With a great ensemble cast that consists of Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, and more, Bridesmaids is all about friendships, unsavory hookups, and discovering that as adults, you don’t have to be someone's number one pick to still be considered important to them.
Stuck in Love (2012)
Stuck in Love is a very great film if you need a good cry, and yes, crying is very healthy, and sometimes the tears need to come out, and that’s okay. The film follows a family of writers and the very intense year they share together, from book publications to falling in love with someone you don’t expect and two exes falling back in love after it seemed impossible.
The phrase for this film is "A family affair," and it really nails it on the head as they all experience big things with each other, such as rescuing a young girl who was drugged.
Cheaper by the Dozen (2003)
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Cheaper by the Dozen proves that you can have a large family with more than ten kids and not have problems. As soon as you put the film on, it’ll be like you’ve transported yourself back to the early 2000s as you see Steve Martin and Bonnie Hunt juggle twelve kids and move to a brand-new neighborhood and school district.
The Baker family is easy to love, laugh with, and cry with as they all get used to change and realize that the bond of family matters more than anything else. If you love the first one, you’ll be pleased to know there’s another one that’s just as good, if not better than the first.
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