Need an Excuse to Stay on the Couch? Here Are the Best Hulu Movies to Keep You Occupied
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The days of scouring the channel guide or driving to your local Blockbuster to find the perfect movie for movie night are behind us. Now we have a plethora of options at our fingertips, but just like picking an ice cream flavor, the more options you have the harder it can be. Instead of wasting hours of your time scrolling through Hulu to find the movie that’s just right and inevitably giving up in favor of your favorite comfort TV show, check out these Hulu movie recommendations to save yourself the time and the headache. From movies to watch with the whole family to like Rio to classics, we all know and love like Pride and Prejudice, we’ve got you covered.
We've rounded up 50 of the very best movies Hulu has to offer and included trailers so you can catch a sneak peek before fully committing because life is too short to be watching bad movies. Now, all that’s left to do is pop some popcorn, open up a box of your favorite candy, wrap up in a cozy blanket and let the movie marathon begin!
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Spencer
Amid rumors of affairs and divorce between Princess Diana (Kristin Stewart) and Prince Charles (Jack Farthing), Spencer is an imagining of what the princess may have been going through during a fateful Christmas at the queen's estate.
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Fresh
Fresh is one of Hulu's latest additions starring Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones. As a movie that takes a spin on the horrors of modern dating, we follow a young woman as she battles to survive her boyfriend's unexpected appetites.
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I, Tonya
Based on the infamous true story, athlete Tonya Harding is quickly on her way to becoming one of the best figure skaters, but her legacy is threatened by her conspiring ex-husband.
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Missing Link
Mr. Link is 8 feet tall and covered in fur, but don't let his appearance fool you. Tired of living in solitude, Mr. Link recruits explorer Sir Lionel Frost to help him on his journey to find his long-lost relatives in Shangri-La.
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Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Portrait of a Lady on Fire" is a French drama set in the 1700s where a female painter is commissioned to secretly create a portrait of a young woman for an arranged marriage. As their professional relationship unfolds, a forbidden romance ignites, challenging societal norms and leaving a significant impact on both their lives.
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Nightmare Alley
In Guillermo del Toro's film noir, a very ambitious carny (Bradley Cooper) conjures up a golden ticket to success by swindling the elite of 1940s society. With Molly (Rooney Mara) and mysterious psychiatrist (Cate Blanchett) by his side, they plan to con a tycoon.
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Death on the Nile
Renowned sleuth Hercule Piorot embarks on an Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer, but it soon turns into a crime scene and the search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple's honeymoon is tragically cut short.
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Pretty Woman
Julia Roberts and Richard Gere star in this irresistible comedy hit that's a modern twist on Cinderella where an unlikely pair fall for each other only to discover there are many hurdles to overcome in order to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.
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The Hating Game
Attempting to achieve personal success without compromising her ethics, Lucy plays a ruthless game to climb to the top against her nemesis Joshua. The rivalry becomes complicated by her growing attraction to him. If you like the movie, be sure to read the book by Sally Thorne that it's based on.
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Parasite
Greed, class discrimination, and a mysterious interloper threaten the unusual symbiotic relationship between the two families with polar opposite backgrounds in this critically acclaimed Korean dark comedy.
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The Disaster Artist
"The Disaster Artist" tells the true story of aspiring actor and filmmaker Tommy Wiseau and his friend Greg Sestero, as they create one of the worst movies ever created. The film explores the eccentricities and challenges faced during the production, offering a humorous and heartfelt look at the pursuit of artistic dreams and the unlikely bond between two outsiders in the world of Hollywood.
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Nomadland
After losing her job, a woman (Frances McDormand) in her sixties embarks on a journey through America while living as a modern-day nomad. The award-winning film even features real nomads to act as mentors and comrades during her exploration.
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Black Swan
Obsession drives a dedicated ballerina (Natalie Portman) to the brink of madness when a new dancer threatens her role as prima ballerina.
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Moonlight
Moonlight follows Chiron, a young Black man, as he moves through defining chapters in his life exploring his identity, sexuality and sense of self while living in a rough Miami neighborhood.
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Eighth Grade
This coming-of-age dramedy by Bo Burnham follows the awkward and anxiety-ridden journey of thirteen-year-old Kayla as she navigates her last week of middle school.
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Alone Together
Two strangers looking for a private rental ended up stuck together in the same unit during the beginning of the Covid lockdown. As time goes on, the pair find it hard to deny the feelings they begin to develop for one another.
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Rio
Captured by smugglers, Blu, a rare macaw, thinks he is the last of his kind...until he meets Jewel. The two take off on an adventure to Rio de Janeiro and its lush jungles.
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La La Land
An aspiring actress (Emma Stone) and dedicated jazz musician (Ryan Gosling) are struggling to make ends meet in Los Angeles. This award-winning musical explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams in a city known for being pretty cut-throat.
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The Florida Project
This drama explores the lives of struggling families living in motels outside of Disney World. Through the eyes of a charming six-year-old girl named Moonee, the film captures the beauty, resilience, and harsh realities of childhood in the face of adversity.
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Lady Bird
"Lady Bird" is a heartfelt coming-of-age tale set in 2002 Sacramento, following the journey of a spirited teenager named Lady Bird as she navigates the complexities of love, friendship, and the pursuit of her dreams while clashing with her equally strong-willed mother.
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Just My Luck
Ashely (Lindsey Lohan) is the luckiest girl in Manhattan. Little does she know, her fortune is about to change and not in a good way. After kissing a bad luck magnet, they switch paths and Ashley desperately races to reverse her misfortune.
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Pride and Prejudice
Based on the beloved Jane Austen novel, sparks fly when Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) meets bachelor Mr. Darcy who reluctantly finds himself falling in love with a woman beneath his class.
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Moneyball
Oakland A's general manager (Brad Pitt) is faced with a tight budget, but is determined to reinvent his team by outsmarting richer ball clubs. He joins forces with an Ivey League graduate (Jonah Hill) to use a computer-generated analysis in order to acquire new players.
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Press Play
This sci-fi romantic drama follows young lovers Laura and Harrison as they encounter tragic accidents and supernatural solutions. Laura must use her magic mixtape to reverse the events of the past and save her relationship.
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Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story
This Hulu original drama recounts the life story of Mahalia Jackson, a gospel singer and civil rights activist. It uncovers the critical role she played in the Civil Rights Movement and her connection to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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The King's Man
Some of history's worst tyrants and criminal masterminds are planning a war that could very well wipe out millions. It's up to one man to race against time to stop them.
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American Psycho
Patrick Bateman (Christian Bale) is a handsome, young Wall Street professional who also happens to have a stunning fiancee (Reese Witherspoon) and the mind of a psychotic killer. Based on the controversial novel, American Psycho a chilling satire.
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The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday spent much of her career being adored across the globe all while being targeted in an undercover sting operation lead by the Federal Department of Narcotics. Inspired by her true story, the film explores her struggles with addiction, heartbreak, and navigating fame.
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The Secret Garden
When a young girl is sent to live with her uncle following the death of her parents, she's left feeling bitterly alone. In attempt to fill her time, she explores his estate and finds a hidden garden full of secrets.
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Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears A Who!
From the beloved Dr. Seuss story, an elephant named Horton (Jim Carrey) hears a faint cry coming from a speck floating in the air. Despite a community that thinks he's lost his mind, Horton is determined to save the tiny particle and all who live on it.
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Kid 90
Soleil Moon Frye was a teen during the 90s and took a video camera just about everywhere she went to document her friends as they grew up in New York City and Hollywood.
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Joyride
A woman's plan to rid herself of her newborn baby when a 12-year-old boy steals her taxi. The duo, with baby in tow, form an unlikely team as they both run from their troubles.
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Predators
While exploring a mysterious planet, a mercenary and group of killers now become the prey as a new breed of alien hunters pursue the ragtag team through dense jungle.
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Shutter Island
Nothing is as it seems in this psychological thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio that follows a U.S. Marshal as he investigates the mysterious disappearance of a murder who escaped from a hospital for the criminally insane.
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The Shape of Water
From Guillermo del Toro, The Shape of Water is an other-worldly gable set in Cold War era America. In a hidden government laboratory where she works, Elisa is trapped in isolation, but develops an unexpected relationship with a secret classified experiment.
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False Positive
With the help of their dream fertility doctor, Lucy and Adrian become pregnant but soon begin to notice something sinister as she sets to uncover the unsettling truth about Dr. Hindle.
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The Vow
Inspired by a true story, Leo (Channing Tatum) is devastated to learn that his wife (Rachel McAdams) has gone into a deep coma following a car accident. When she miraculously recovers, the past five years of her memory have been erased which leaves Leo desperately trying to recreate moments that shaped their romance to rekindle their passion before he loses her forever.
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Run
Chloe has been raised on isolation by her mother, but as she becomes a teen she soon begins to question her mother's motives as she explores her secrets.
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Sense and Sensibility
Based on the Jane Austen novel, the Dashwood family finances are crippled after the death of their father. The Dashwood sisters must deal with circumstances of sudden poverty and must seek financial security through marriage.
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Think Like a Man
When a group of friends find out their partners have been using Steve Harvey's book as advice for their relationships, they try to one up them by using the same book to regain the upper hand.
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Palm Springs
When carefree Nyles (Andy Samberg) and maid of honor Sarah (Cristin Milioti) have a chance encounter at a Palm Springs wedding, they find themselves in a complicated situation where they're unable to escape the venue or each other.
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Blade Runner 2049
Blade Runner 2049 is a sci-fi sequel set 30 years after the original Blade Runner film. A new blade runner, Officer K, unearths a long-buried secret that leads him on a quest to find former blade runner Rick Deckard and unravel the mysteries surrounding replicants, humans, and the future of their coexistence.
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WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn
Losing $47 billion in six weeks? We're not quite sure how that happened, but WeWork did it. This is the story of leader Adam Neumann and the rise and fall of one of the biggest corporate flameouts in recent history.
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Little Miss Sunshine
When Olive is invited to compete in a pageant in California, an eccentric family piles into a VW bus to rally behind her and set off on a hilarious adventure.
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Prisoners
A man's worst fear as a parent becomes reality when his 6-year-old daughter and her friend go missing. When the only lead is an old motorhome parked on their street and a driver who's released due to a lack of evidence, the father takes matters into his own hands.
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Bringing Down the House
Lawyer Peter Sanderson wants to get back into the swing of dating and when he meets his penpal in the flesh, she isn't who she says she is. As a matter of fact, she's an escaped convict. She convinces Peter to help prove her innocence and along the way, they become friends.
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Annihilation
A biologist named Lena (Natalie Portman) embarks on a dangerous expedition into a mysterious and expanding environmental disaster zone known as "The Shimmer."As she and her team uncover unsettling secrets and encounter mutated creatures, Lena must confront her own fears and the puzzling nature of the anomaly to save herself and possibly the world.
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Deadpool 2
Comedic mercenary Deadpool meets an angry teen mutant named Russell and once he becomes the target to Cable, a soldier from the future, Deadpool realizes he's going to need to enlist more powerful mutants to protect the kid.
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My Friend Dahmer
The true and haunting story of the infamous Jefferey Dahmer, a shy adolescent in high school who becomes one of history's most notorious serial killers.
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Summer of Soul
Thousands of people attend the Harlem Cultural Festival during the summer of 1969 with performances from Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, B.B. King, and more. With never before seen footage, Summer of Soul shines a light on the power of music and its healing power during times of unrest.
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