THE TOP 10 MOVIES ON NETFLIX TO WATCH RIGHT THIS SECOND (INCLUDING A NEW ROMANTIC COMEDY AT #1)
There are countless streaming options available at our fingertips, but not all Netflix movies live up to our expectations. That’s why we often turn to the top 10 movies list on Netflix, which ranks titles based on who’s watching what. Not only does it include the most popular new releases (like A Family Affair and Trigger Warning), but it also features a few old favorites (like Shrek). The best part? The top 10 movies on Netflix are updated on a daily basis, so there’s never a shortage of new options.
From Hit Man to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, keep scrolling for a list of the best movies on Netflix and our editor’s pick of the week.
Editor’s Pick of the Week: Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
- Cast: Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton
- Run Time: 105 minutes
- Genre: Action Comedy
Before Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F debuts on July 3 on Netflix, start from the very beginning with the film that started it all: Beverly Hills Cop (1984). In this beloved classic, Eddie Murphy plays a street-smart cop named John Ashton, who believes someone in the Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for the murder of his childhood friend. With the help of an old friend (Lisa Eilbacher), they attempt to track down a potential suspect.
1. A Family Affair (2024)
- Cast: Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron, Joey King
- Run Time: 113 minutes
- Genre: Romantic Comedy
Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron and Joey King star in this brand-new Netflix rom-com, where a young woman must grapple with the blossoming romance between her mom and her narcissistic movie star boss.
2. Trigger Warning (2024)
- Cast: Jessica Alba, Mark Weeber, Anthony Michael Hall
- Run Time: 106 minutes
- Genre: Action Thriller
After the sudden passing of her father, a special forces commando (Alba) returns home to find out what really happened to him. When she starts asking too many questions, a violent gang that controls the whole town wants nothing more than to see her gone.
3. Minions (2015)
- Cast: Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Steve Coogan, Sandra Bullock
- Run Time: 90 minutes
- Genre: Family Comedy
Meet Kevin, Stuart and Bob, who have devoted their lives to being the perfect servants. When they embark on a quest to find a new master, they meet Scarlet Overkill, the world’s first-ever super-villainess who wants to take over the world.
4. The Flash (2023)
- Cast: Ezra Miller, Michael Keaton, Ben Affleck, Kiersey Clemons
- Run Time: 144 minutes
- Genre: Action Adventure
DC’s The Flash is just what the doctor ordered if you’re in the mood for an action-packed superhero flick. In this adaptation, Barry Allen aka The Flash alters the past when he travels back in time to save someone he loves. Can he make things right before it’s too late?
5. The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
- Cast: Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Pratt, Charlie Day
- Run Time: 92 minutes
- Genre: Family Comedy
Meet Mario and Luigi, plumber brothers who are working on a water main in Brooklyn. When the pipe leads to a mysterious new world, they embark on an epic adventure to find their way back.
The comedy is a must-watch for anyone who played the namesake video game. Not only is the movie filled with familiar references, but it also features a stellar cast including Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Charles Martinet, Seth Rogen and Keegan-Michael Key.
6. Shrek (2001)
- Cast: Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy
- Run Time: 90 minutes
- Genre: Family Comedy
Meet Shrek, an outcast ogre who lives in a far away swamp. In an attempt to save his home, the creature teams up with Lord Farquaad to rescue a princess. Little do they know, the princess is hiding a dark secret.
This family-friendly film is a must-watch for viewers of all ages. The story is loosely based on the 1990 children's picture book by William Steig.
7. Home (2015)
- Cast: Jim Parsons, Rihanna, Steve Martin, Jennifer Lopez
- Run Time: 94 minutes
- Genre: Sci-Fi Comedy
The star-studded comedy follows a friendly alien named Oh, who lands on Earth and goes on the run from his people. While there, however, he meets and befriends an adventurous young girl named Tip, who's on a quest to reunite with her mother.
Tim Johnson's comedy was inspired by Adam Rex’s children’s book, The True Meaning of Smekday. The soundtrack also features original songs from Jennifer Lopez, like "Towards the Sun" and "Feel the Light."
8. Hit Man (2024)
- Cast: Glen Powell, Adria Arjona, Austin Amelio
- Run Time: 115 minutes
- Genre: Action Comedy
Based on a 2001 magazine article by Skip Hollandsworth, Hit Man follows a philosophy professor named Gary Johnson, who is working as a faux hit man on behalf of the police department. When he meets a beautiful woman who is trying to escape her abusive husband, he is willing to do whatever it takes to be with her.
9. Hate to Love: Nickelback (2024)
- Cast: Chad Kroeger, Mike Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Daniel Adair
- Run Time: 92 minutes
- Genre: Musical Documentary
This brand-new documentary shows a side of the Canadian rock band that fans have never seen before. Through in-depth interviews and never-before-seen footage, we learn more about the band’s rise to fame, the criticism they’ve faced on the internet and their return to the spotlight.
10. The Boss Baby (2017)
- Cast: Alec Baldwin, Tom McGrath, Tobey Maguire, Lisa Kudrow
- Run Time: 97 minutes
- Genre: Family Comedy
In the first installment of The Boss Baby movie franchise, the story begins with 7-year-old Tim, who becomes the big brother of a suit-wearing baby. When he discovers that his little brother is actually an undercover spy, Tim and Boss Baby team together to stop the evil plan created by the CEO of Puppy Co.
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