The 25 Best Movies on Freevee
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There's a lot of streaming services, and only so much your wallet can afford. For cord cutters everywhere, it's easy to feel like you've watched everything available on Netflix or Hulu or Max–you may even start to wonder if you really need to subscribe to every platform. Thankfully, the streaming world has expanded beyond the pay-to-play model.
For those of us who grew up on network and cable television, there was an all too familiar scene: sitting on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon or evening with nothing to do, scrolling endlessly through channels. What you often settled on was a random movie or syndicated television series from years past. It felt like going to the movies without paying anything extra, and the only caveat was a few ad breaks spliced throughout the film. Platforms like Tubi, PlutoTV, and Amazon's (yes, that Amazon) Freevee have created that same experience for those who prefer streaming, offering hundreds of movies, some newer, some older, completely for free.
Freevee also makes it own programming–in addition to the extremely popular Jury Duty, it notably has a spin-off of Prime Video's popular series Bosch and rebooted the crime drama Leverage–but for anyone who just wants to stop scrolling through the same streaming services' offerings for the hundredth time and simply wants a decent movie to watch, Freevee's got a surprisingly deep catalog of great films. And remember: they're all free (with ads). No Amazon subscription needed.
Secretary (2002)
Based on a short story by Mary Gaitskill, this 2002 rom-com stars Maggie Gyllenhaal and James Spader as a lawyer and secretary who engage in various types of BDSM.
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News of the World (2020)
Tom Hanks stars in this 2020 film about a Civil War veteran who helps a young girl find her remaining family. The film received multiple Academy Award nominations.
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The Blair Witch Project (1999)
This horror film set the stage for all found footage films that came after it. When a group of friends go into the woods to explore an urban legend, they realize not everything is just a rumor.
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King of New York (1990)
Christopher Walken stars as a drug kingpin working to reclaim his empire after serving a prison sentence in this gangster film. Wesley Snipes, Laurence Fishburne, Giancarlo Esposito and more also star.
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Freaky (2020)
Vince Vaughn and Kathryn Newton star in this comedic slasher about a teenager who accidentally switches bodies with a male serial killer.
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Jurassic Park (1993)
Steven Spielberg's 1993 film is based on Michael Crichton's novel of the same name and has since sparked a major franchise. The film depicts the opening of a groundbreaking new theme park, where dinosaurs have been brought back to life. But bringing back prehistoric animals brings its own set of problems.
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Prince: Sign O' The Times (1987)
Fans of the late artist Prince will enjoy this concert documentary, the film was a critical success although it didn't do well at the box office, and didn't help promote Prince's concurrent album. Despite its rocky release, the film is still integral to the artist's overall work.
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Promising Young Woman (2020)
Carey Mulligan stars in revenge drama about a woman who must grapple with the unexpected death of her friend and plotting her comeuppance on the people involved. The film won Best Original Screenplay at the Oscars.
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Train to Busan (2016)
If you're a fan of zombie movies and haven't yet seen Train to Busan, you're in for a treat. The South Korean film follows the passengers on a high-speed train who must fight to survive when a zombie apocalypse breaks out while they're traveling.
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Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
One of the most famous horror movies, Texas Chainsaw Massacre is the first (and arguably the best) in a gruesome franchise about a group of friends who become the victims of a group of cannibals, which includes the unforgettable character Leatherface.
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In a World... (2013)
Lake Bell (Harley Quinn, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever) directs, writes, and stars in this comedy about a struggling voice actor who gets the chance of a lifetime to revive the famous trailer line "In a world..." popularized by Don LaFontaine. The film also stars Ken Marino, Nick Offerman, and Tig Notaro.
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Hotel Rwanda (2004)
This Oscar-nominated docudrama depicts the Rwandan genocide and the efforts of a hotelier to save the lives of refugees and his family. Don Cheadle, Nick Nolte, Sophie Okenodo, and Joaquin Phoenix make up the cast.
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Kajillionaire (2020)
This 2020 crime-comedy follows a family (Evan Rachel Wood, Debra Winger, Richard Jenkins) who commits petty crimes, but their relationship becomes shaky when another woman (Gina Rodriguez) joins their crimes.
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The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt star in this sci-fi romance about a U.S. congressman who discovers a powerful group controls various parts of his life. When he has a romantic encounter with a dancer, he decides to fight against the group to create his own future.
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Madagascar (2005)
This 2005 children's movie spawned a sequel, spin-off film and television show. Starring Ben Stiller, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith, and more, Madagascar follows the animal inhabitants of a zoo, who find themselves stranded on the island of Madagascar.
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Death Becomes Her (1992)
This black comedy stars Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn as two woman fighting for the affection of the same man. When they drink a potion promising eternal youth, it causes unexpected results.
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The Revenant (2015)
Leonardo DiCaprio's Academy-award winning film follows a fur trapper left for dead and tasked with fending for himself in the harsh winter wilderness.
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Nobody (2021)
Bob Odenkirk stars in Nobody, a film about a seemingly ordinary man who taps into his former life as an assassin when a crime lord targets him and his family.
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O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
The Coen brothers helm this satirical film loosely based on the Odyssey. It follows three escaped convicts (George Clooney, John Turturro, and Tim Blake Nelson) who embark on a search for treasure while being pursued by a sheriff.
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John Tucker Must Die (2006)
When a group of teenagers discover they're all dating the same guy, they recruit a new girl at school to seduce him so they can get even.
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Uptown Girls (2003)
Brittany Murphy and Dakota Fanning star in this comedy drama about the daughter of a rock musician. When she discovers her inheritance is gone, she takes a job as a nanny to a hypochondriac young girl.
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Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
Starring Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh and others, Fast Times is a coming-of-age comedy about the lives of various students at a California high school.
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Think Like a Man (2012)
This 2012 rom-com stars Taraji P. Henson, Regina Hall, Kevin Hart, and others as various couples who discover all the women are reading a dating advice book by Steve Harvey, which then causes the men to mess with their spouses.
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Warrior (2011)
Tom Hardy and Joel Edgerton star as two estranged brothers who face off in a mixed martial arts competition and must grapple with their own relationship and personal lives.
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Bratz (2007)
Loved Barbie? You may also like another attempt at an IP adaptation with Bratz. The film was a critical and commercial failure, but for those looking for more of a fun time than quality cinema, Bratz is entertaining enough for any parents who have kids who love the dolls.
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