10 Great Movies To Watch While In Self-Quarantine

Let’s be honest. We live in scary times. Movies might be one of the last things on your mind. It’s a luxury, after all, that seems trivial compared to what hundreds and thousands of people are going through. And yet, it is a respite for many. For some, it may just be a simple way to pass the time. But for others, it’s a little escape that keeps them hopeful, that keeps them compassionate, and that even keeps them sane. Believe it or not, movies can have that power. With that, we hope this list of movies to watch while in self-quarantine would come of good use to you. There are plenty for each mood you’re in. So, without further ado, here they are:

Films That Give You Hope During Dark Times

In times like these, we all need a glimmer of hope. Even if it’s just from a film, it can carry through and hopefully help you feel a sense of possibility for a better tomorrow. There are tons of these that will really make your heart soar after watching it. But, here are our top picks.

1. A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood

Tom Hanks will always be one of the most beloved actors in the world. With that, we recommend you watch his Oscar-nominated performance as Fred Rogers in “A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood.” This tale of redemption, kindness, and forgiveness is a perfect ode to the hope of things turning around for everybody.

2. In The Pursuit of Happyness

This one is a feel-good classic that showcases one of Will Smith’s best performances. The film’s beauty lies in its honesty. It all feels real rather than usual glammed up success story formula. And it will surely bring the good kind of tears to your eyes as well as hope to your heart.

3. The Blind Side

The kindness of one can change the life of another. That’s what “The Blind Side” reminds us in such dire times. It’s also quite the exceptional feel-good movie that’ll reach deep into your heart and make you believe that the world can turn around as long as we help each other the best way we can. Plus, Sandra Bullock is simply amazing here. What more can you ask for?

4. Peanut Butter Falcon

“Peanut Butter Falcon” is a heartwarming film unlike any other. Starring Shia LaBeouf, Dakota Johnson, and Zack Gottsage, it centers around a 22-year old guy with Down Syndrome who wants to be a wrestler. From start to finish, you’ll either be laughing, awwing, or even tearing up a little. Not one moment doesn’t touch your heart.

Films That Mess Up Your Mind

The usual straight-shooting narrative films that just allows you to relax and lay back are nice and all. But, if you want to spice up your film game, the films that mess with your mind are the films to reach for. These mind messing movies to watch while in self-quarantine will surely give you something to think about all that time.

1. Color Out of Space

If you’re into the mix of sci-fi, horror, and that mess up your mind factor, you should try watching “Color Out of Space.” It’s similar to Netflix’s “Annihilation” but, this one would just straight up blow your mind and would leave you searching for answers long after the end. Plus, the colors and visuals would surely be a feast for your eyes.

2. Donnie Darko

If you haven’t watched this one yet, now’s the time to catch up. “Donnie Darko” is so many things but primarily, it is a time-travel madness of a film. It won’t make sense in the beginning and it probably won’t for a while. But, trust us, it will in the end. Just give it some time. And you may find that this one is a lot deeper than it first appears.

3. The Prestige

“The Prestige” is a timepiece film that involves Nikola Tesla and magicians. At first, it may seem like an innocent Houdini film. But, by the time the mind jumbling happens, you’ll find yourself baffled. Compared to other mind-mess films, this has the oldest tricks in the book but, it pulls it off so well. It also comes from the same director who directed “Inception” and “Memento.” So, guaranteed mind-blown.

Films That Make You Ugly Laugh

Films that crack you up should never be missing from lists of movies to watch while in self-quarantine. Everybody needs a good laugh every now and then even in such circumstances. Everybody deserves joy. So, here are some films for that ultimate feel-good moment.

1. The 40-Year Old Virgin

This film right here will have you laughing from beginning to end. It has amazing and hilarious performances from Paul Rudd, Steve Carrell, Romany Malco, Seth Rogen, Elizabeth Banks, Leslie Mann, and Jane Lynch. And it has some of the funniest comedic lines of the decade that’ll leave you stomach hurting.

2. We’re The Millers

“We’re The Millers” will make you laugh every time no matter how many times you repeat it. It’s about a fake family trying to smuggle weed out of the country. And, of course, when you have a fake family, it just goes bonkers haywire into a buttload of hilarious situations. Just watch the trailer and you’d immediately know.

3. Girls Trip

Last but not least in our list of movies to watch while in self-quarantine is “Girls Trip.” Watching a group of friends go absolutely haywire and get into a bunch of hullaballoo is one of the best comedic moments. And “Girls Trip” is just that. It also introduced Tiffany Haddish and plenty of new ideas for girls nights to come.

So, that’s our list of movies to watch while in self-quarantine. Hopefully, one of these can lift your spirits or give you a momentary escape. And hopefully, it can help you recharge to face another day. Happy watching!