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The best feel-good movies should leave you refreshed and full of joyand thats exactly what weallneed right now.
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Because of, you know [gestures at everything].
If you want to adda White Claw slushieto the mix, hey, no judgement.
(But if those are your thing, check out those recs we linked to.)
AsLegally Blondes Elle Woods once proclaimed, Endorphins make you happy!
Below, find a whole bunch of the best feel-good movies to add to your streaming queue.
The beautifully animated fantasy tells the story of a young milliners adventures with a handsome wizard.
Its also on our list offavorite summer movies, though an Italian getaway translates to any season.
Available to rent on Prime Video
Why Did I Get Married?
Theres a sequeltitledWhy Did I Get Married Too?, obviouslyif you want to make a marathon of it.
Two Can Play That Game(2001)
Vivica A.
So, not the best relationship dynamics…but its still a charming rom-com worth watching nonetheless.
Girls Trip(2017)
The Flossy Posse is back.
Naturally, the trip comes with plenty of ups, downs, and shenanigansand lots andlotsof laughs.
Legally Blonde(2001)
We object to anyone who would leaveLegally Blondeoff this list.
Reese Witherspoon stars as the most iconic lawyer in cinematic history: Elle Woods.
Youll laugh, youll cry, and youll want to bust out your mitt by the end.
When Sasha moves back home to open a restaurant, their paths collide again.
Available to stream on Netflix
Elf(2003)
Who cares what month it is?
Smiling is his favorite, after all.
But plot twist: Shes actually hiring him to sing at her own wedding.
Youll just have to watch to see how it all ends.
Clueless(1995)
As if any feel-good movie list would be complete withoutClueless.
Just dont think too hard about Cher ending up withspoilerher ex-stepbrother (Paul Rudd).
It works, okay?!
Clearly, hilarity and a little bit of love ensues.
Mamma Mia!
Luckily, this movie is pretty delightful and ends on a high note.
Its funny, relatable, and down-to-earth.
How about the sequels?
Of course, they end up falling for each other.
YOU WERE NEVER SECOND BEST, LARA JEAN.
Of course Deloriss booming personality and presence influences the sisters, and chaos ensues.
However, something beautiful happens when they put her in the choir.
Julie & Julia(2009)
Meryl Streep plays Julia Child.
As we follow her journey, the film weaves in Childs own true story.
So get those chills multiplying and stream it right now.
In this classic New Years tale, 32-year-old Bridget decides to mark the holiday by keeping a diary.
But, like, a cool, sexy diary that ends up changing her life.
Basically, if this movie was made 15 years later, the diary wouldve been a blog.
Seriously, what movie is as heartwarming and fun asComing to America?
Long may she reign over Genovia.
The stacked cast list is all it should take to convince you to give this a watch.
Watching this movie is the equivalent of drinking afrothy coffeewhile wrapped up in cozy blanket.
(And no, it wasnt just because her dad made her.
Bring It On(2000)
Im sexy!
Oh, and it features a killer cast that includes Gabrielle Union and Kirsten Dunst.
Hell, its still the ultimate fantasy for adults who want to play hooky from work.
I dare you to watch the John Hughes classic without smiling the entire time.
Billy Elliot(2000)
Billy Elliotis a perfect movie.
No, we will not be taking any further questions at this time.
Unfortunately his father doesnt approve.
Movie plots were really something a decade ago, huh?
This movie is a 10/10.Period.
But thats what makes this one of the most rewatchable comfort films of all time.
It strikes a chord with people; it makes us happy on a bad day.
Well, happy and hungry.
His dynamic with Kevin James is super fun and his chemistry with Eva Mendes is off the charts.
And if youre worried that this movie from 15 years ago has aged poorly, its actually very nonproblematic!
Plus, itll give you a ton of great date ideas.
Tom Hanks has never been more charming; Meg Ryan has never been cuter.
All the comforts of a cozy bookstore in one sweet movie.
The songs are super catchy, and you will not believe the number of celebrity cameos here.
They got a Beatle!
Just have a go at frown while looking at Baby Groot.
It physically cannot be done.
Trainwreck(2015)
Magazine writer falls for her profile subject?
Everyone has a cool job?
Theres a dance sequence thats barely justified?
Yes, you have a crush on Bill Hader nowIm sorry, I dont make the rules.
Its funny, comforting, and so sweet.
If you think itll be likeBridesmaids, it very much is not.
A total vacation from the real world and, frankly, from sanity.
Plus, Hugh Grant is genuinely funny and surprising as the movies villain.
I am not exaggerating when I say it isthe best sequel of all time.
A world where the strongest magic is Love.
Available to stream on Peacock
Inside Out(2015)
BING BONG.
Its important to cry.
Its good to cry.
Feelings make us human, and if you cant afford therapy, this might be the next best thing.
Plus, the voice cast is pretty awesome.
And its all based on the real love story of married writing team Emily Gordon and Nanjiani.
Dont worry, the hospital scenes arent too stressful, and the whole cast keeps things pretty light.
When Harry Met Sally(1989)
The rom-com to end all rom-coms.
Available to stream on Prime Video.
