{"id":46979,"date":"2025-09-26T12:21:52","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T12:21:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/?p=46979"},"modified":"2025-11-28T16:25:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T16:25:39","slug":"best-films-on-now-tv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/","title":{"rendered":"The 31 Best Films on Now TV to Watch this Autumn\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#The_best_films_on_Now_TV\" >The best films on Now TV<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#1_The_Shawshank_Redemption_1995_thrillercrime\" >1. The Shawshank Redemption (1995), thriller\/crime<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#2_Back_to_the_Future_1985_familysci-fi\" >2. Back to the Future (1985), family\/sci-fi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#3_Blade_Runner_1982_sci-fiaction\" >3. Blade Runner (1982), sci-fi\/action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#4_The_Lord_of_the_Rings_%E2%80%93_The_Fellowship_of_the_Rings_2001_fantasyadventure\" >4. The Lord of the Rings &#8211; The Fellowship of the Rings (2001), fantasy\/adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#5_Dune_Part_Two_2024_sci-fiadventure\" >5. Dune: Part Two (2024), sci-fi\/adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#6_The_Lord_of_the_Rings_The_Two_Towers_2002_fantasyadventure\" >6. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002), fantasy\/adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#7_The_Wolf_of_Wall_Street_2014_comedythriller\" >7. The Wolf of Wall Street (2014), comedy\/thriller<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#8_The_Lord_of_the_Rings_%E2%80%93_The_Return_of_the_King_2003_fantasyadventure\" >8. The Lord of the Rings &#8211; The Return of the King (2003), fantasy\/adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#9_Interstellar_2014_sci-fiadventure\" >9. Interstellar (2014), sci-fi\/adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#10_The_Wild_Robot_2024_familysci-fi\" >10. The Wild Robot (2024), family\/sci-fi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#11_Planes_Trains_and_Automobiles_1987_comedydrama\" >11. Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987), comedy\/drama<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#12_It_Chapter_One_2017_horrormystery\" >12. It: Chapter One (2017), horror\/mystery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#13_The_Godfather_1972_crime\" >13. The Godfather (1972), crime<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#14_Inception_2010_sci-fiaction\" >14. Inception (2010), sci-fi\/action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#15_School_of_Rock_2003_comedydrama\" >15. School of Rock (2003), comedy\/drama<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#16_Indiana_Jones_and_the_Raiders_of_the_Lost_Ark_1981_adventureaction\" >16. Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981), adventure\/action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#17_Jaws_1975_thrilleradventure\" >17. Jaws (1975), thriller\/adventure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#18_Saving_Private_Ryan_1998_waraction\" >18. Saving Private Ryan (1998), war\/action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#19_Dumb_and_Dumber_1995_comedy\" >19. Dumb and Dumber (1995), comedy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#20_Men_In_Black_1997_sci-fiaction\" >20. Men In Black (1997), sci-fi\/action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#21_Zombieland_2009_horrorcomedy\" >21. Zombieland (2009), horror\/comedy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#22_Shrek_2001_comedyfantasyanimation\" >22. Shrek (2001), comedy\/fantasy\/animation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#23_Despicable_Me_2010_comedyfantasyanimation\" >23. Despicable Me (2010), comedy\/fantasy\/animation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#24_Beverly_Hills_Cop_1985_comedyaction\" >24. Beverly Hills Cop (1985), comedy\/action<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#25_How_to_Train_Your_Dragon_2010_familyfantasyanimation\" >25. How to Train Your Dragon (2010), family\/fantasy\/animation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#26_Waynes_World_1992_comedymusical\" >26. Wayne&#8217;s World (1992), comedy\/musical<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#27_Bad_Boys_1995_actioncomedy\" >27. Bad Boys (1995), action\/comedy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#28_Galaxy_Quest_1999_comedysci-fi\" >28. Galaxy Quest (1999), comedy\/sci-fi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#29_The_Blues_Brothers_1980_comedymusical\" >29. The Blues Brothers (1980), comedy\/musical<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#30_Bram_Stokers_Dracula_1992_horrorromantic\" >30. Bram Stoker&#8217;s Dracula (1992), horror\/romantic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#31_The_Neverending_Story_1984_familyfantasy\" >31. The Neverending Story (1984), family\/fantasy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#The_ultimate_home_cinema_setup\" >The ultimate home cinema setup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#Optoma_UHD35STx_4K_Projector\" >Optoma UHD35STx 4K Projector<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#Sapphire_Pull_Up_Portable_Screen\" >Sapphire Pull Up Portable Screen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#Sennheiser_AMBEO_Plus_Soundbar\" >Sennheiser AMBEO Plus Soundbar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#Is_there_anything_worth_watching_on_Now_TV\" >Is there anything worth watching on Now TV?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#What_are_the_top_10_films\" >What are the top 10 films?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#What_films_are_on_Now_TV\" >What films are on Now TV?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-films-on-now-tv\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image:\u00a0<em>Back to the Future\u00a0<\/em>(1985) Universal Pictures,\u00a0Universal Pictures Home Entertainment<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you love films, you&#8217;ll need a good lineup to see you through the colder nights this Autumn! So, to get you started, we&#8217;ve picked the <strong>best films on Now TV<\/strong>\u00a0that we&#8217;d have on our watchlist.<\/p>\n<p>With over five decades of film represented in our selection &#8211; spanning almost every genre, from thrillers to comedies, including both animation and live action &#8211; there\u2019s something for everyone. If you need some movie inspiration, read on!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AV-Trade-in-Blog-Banner.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;AV Trade-In In-Page Banner&#8221; title_text=&#8221;AV-Trade-in-Blog-Banner&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/trade-in?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=blog+av+trade+in&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;AV Trade-In In-Page Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;46457&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here are our top five:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><em>The Shawshank Redemption\u00a0<\/em>(1995)<\/li>\n<li><em>Back to the Future\u00a0<\/em>(1985)<\/li>\n<li><em>Blade Runner\u00a0<\/em>(1982)<\/li>\n<li><em>The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings\u00a0<\/em>(2001)<\/li>\n<li><em>Dune: Part Two\u00a0<\/em>(2024)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/home-cinema&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP HOME CINEMA&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;The best films on Now TV&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_best_films_on_Now_TV\"><\/span>The best films on Now TV<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Shawshank_Redemption_1995_thrillercrime\"><\/span>1. <em>The Shawshank Redemption<\/em> (1995), thriller\/crime<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"218\">A cinematic adaptation of Stephen King\u2019s novella, <em data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"217\">Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"464\">Despite its initial failure at the box office,\u00a0<em>The Shawshank Redemption<\/em>\u00a0went on to gain cult status &#8211; thanks largely to standout performances from Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, and the rest of the cast. Word of mouth eventually gave it the recognition it deserved.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"787\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The gripping story follows a banker sentenced to two life terms for the murder of his wife and her lover &#8211; a crime he insists he didn\u2019t commit. What unfolds is a powerful exploration of prison life and the justice system, filled with twists and emotional depth. It\u2019s a compelling watch and a worthy choice for the top spot.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Back_to_the_Future_1985_familysci-fi\"><\/span>2. <em>Back to the Future<\/em> (1985), family\/sci-fi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"280\">A film built around the paradoxes of time travel, albeit with a happy twist. <em>Back to the Future <\/em>follows an unsuspecting teenager who accidentally becomes the first human to travel through time on 5th November 1985.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"616\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Teenager Marty McFly (played by Michael J. Fox) befriends eccentric scientist Dr Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd), who invents a time machine using a DeLorean sports car. During a test run involving Doc\u2019s dog, Einstein, things take a turn, and McFly is suddenly transported back to 1955, with no clear way of returning to his own time.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Blade_Runner_1982_sci-fiaction\"><\/span>3. <em>Blade Runner<\/em> (1982), sci-fi\/action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"422\">The year is 2019. Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), a Blade Runner living in a dystopian Los Angeles, is forced out of retirement to track down six bioengineered Nexus-6 replicants. Rutger Hauer\u2019s portrayal of Roy Batty adds depth to a tense game of cat and mouse, in a cleverly constructed story that raises as many questions as it answers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"648\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Widely regarded as one of the greatest dystopian films of all time, it\u2019s a visual, auditory, and intellectual experience, brought to life through Ridley Scott\u2019s direction and a screenplay by Hampton Fancher and David Peoples.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"648\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eogpIG53Cis?si=Cu5hZCigCgNxHXft\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Lord_of_the_Rings_%E2%80%93_The_Fellowship_of_the_Rings_2001_fantasyadventure\"><\/span>4. <em>The Lord of the Rings &#8211; The Fellowship of the Rings<\/em> (2001), fantasy\/adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"367\">As fantasy worlds go, J.R.R. Tolkien\u2019s <em data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"185\">The Lord of the Rings<\/em> is in a league of its own, and it\u2019s clear that Peter Jackson was captivated by it from a young age, having imagined much of what we now see on screen long before bringing it to life.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"684\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In this magical world, a wizard, an elf, a dwarf, and a group of men join Frodo &#8211; the ring-bearer and a hobbit &#8211; alongside three of his hobbit companions on a quest to save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord, Sauron. Their journey begins in the peaceful Shire, as <em data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"654\">The Fellowship of the Ring<\/em> sets the epic tale in motion.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Dune_Part_Two_2024_sci-fiadventure\"><\/span>5. <em>Dune: Part Two<\/em> (2024), sci-fi\/adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"310\">As a film to test your home cinema setup, this is a big one. <em data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"164\">Dune: Part Two<\/em>, the second instalment in this science fiction trilogy based on Frank Herbert\u2019s novels, delivers enough low-end impact to shake your foundations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"604\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Director Denis Villeneuve\u2019s vision of <em data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"364\">Dune Messiah<\/em> plunges you into a story of revenge, with Paul Atreides (Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet) stepping into a prophetic role as a messianic figure in the desert. Alongside the Fremen people of Arrakis, he rises to challenge the dominance of House Harkonnen.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_The_Lord_of_the_Rings_The_Two_Towers_2002_fantasyadventure\"><\/span>6. <em>The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers<\/em> (2002), fantasy\/adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"260\">The second <em data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"114\">Lord of the Rings<\/em> film to make our list, <em data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"194\">The Two Towers<\/em> is another masterpiece, with the epic journey now in full motion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"579\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) and Samwise Gamgee (Sean Astin) break away from the rest of the group, who head towards Helm\u2019s Deep. Along the way, Frodo and Sam encounter one of the trilogy\u2019s most compelling characters &#8211; Gollum, portrayed brilliantly by Andy Serkis &#8211; whose unpredictability adds real tension to their quest.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"579\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LbfMDwc4azU?si=u4NilKuz7Nh7RaLM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_The_Wolf_of_Wall_Street_2014_comedythriller\"><\/span>7. <em>The Wolf of Wall Street<\/em> (2014), comedy\/thriller<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"393\">The only film on this list based on real-life events, <em data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"194\">The Wolf of Wall Street<\/em> is a black comedy directed by Martin Scorsese, charting the rise and fall of stockbroker Jordan Belfort (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) during the 1980s, including the events surrounding Black Monday.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"602\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Belfort\u2019s life takes a sharp turn as he discovers a highly profitable niche, exploiting the \u201cpump and dump\u201d scheme. With his morals pushed aside, greed takes centre stage in his relentless pursuit of wealth.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_The_Lord_of_the_Rings_%E2%80%93_The_Return_of_the_King_2003_fantasyadventure\"><\/span>8. <em>The Lord of the Rings &#8211; The Return of the King<\/em> (2003), fantasy\/adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"305\">Bringing the prequel journey to its conclusion, <em data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"158\">The Return of the King<\/em> sees Frodo and Sam complete their perilous quest to Mordor in an action-packed finale, featuring battles on a scale rarely seen in fantasy cinema.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"578\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">It marks the end of J.R.R. Tolkien\u2019s <em data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"367\">The Lord of the Rings<\/em> saga and stands as a testament to Peter Jackson and his team, delivering what many consider to be one of the greatest trilogies ever made, rivalled only by the <em data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"545\">Man with No Name<\/em> trilogy starring Clint Eastwood.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Interstellar_2014_sci-fiadventure\"><\/span>9. <em>Interstellar<\/em> (2014), sci-fi\/adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"373\">Set on a dying Earth in a future dystopia plagued by dust storms and widespread crop failure, <em>Interstellar <\/em>follows former NASA pilot turned farmer Joseph \u201cCooper\u201d (Matthew McConaughey) and his daughter Murphy as they begin to notice strange, coded messages appearing in her bedroom.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"594\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Following a hunch, the Coopers set off on a journey that changes their lives forever, one that leads Cooper into space in search of humanity\u2019s survival, and toward the mystery of who, or what, was sending those messages.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"594\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zSWdZVtXT7E?si=a5z8CPi_h9nE3POx\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_The_Wild_Robot_2024_familysci-fi\"><\/span>10. <em>The Wild Robot<\/em> (2024), family\/sci-fi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"459\">Based on the <em data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"111\">Peter Brown<\/em> book series, this 2024 animated film follows ROZZUM unit 7134, also known as ROZ, who finds herself in an environment she wasn\u2019t designed for: a remote island teeming with wildlife. Initially causing chaos, she gradually learns to live, adapt, and earn the trust of the island\u2019s animal inhabitants, becoming something more than the sum of her parts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"676\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">All the while, her creators at Universal Dynamics are determined to bring her back. What unfolds is a moving and imaginative story, brought to life by director Chris Sanders and nurtured to an unforgettable ending.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Planes_Trains_and_Automobiles_1987_comedydrama\"><\/span>11. <em>Planes, Trains and Automobiles<\/em> (1987), comedy\/drama<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"282\"><em>Planes, Trains and Automobiles <\/em>is a classic comedy starring John Candy and Steve Martin as two people from completely different worlds who are thrown together on one of the most chaotic and memorable road trips ever put to film.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"611\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Directed by John Hughes, the film follows the misadventures of Neal Page (Steve Martin), a marketing executive, and Del Griffith (John Candy), a travelling salesman. As unlikely companions, they face a string of unfortunate events while trying to get home in time for Thanksgiving &#8211; with plenty of heart and humour along the way.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_It_Chapter_One_2017_horrormystery\"><\/span>12. <em>It: Chapter One<\/em> (2017), horror\/mystery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"481\">If you\u2019re not a fan of clowns,\u00a0<em>It<\/em> might not be the film for you &#8211; Bill Skarsg\u00e5rd\u2019s chilling portrayal of Pennywise is the stuff of nightmares. This supernatural horror follows a group of children, including Bill (Jaeden Martell), as they search for his missing brother. What begins as a desperate quest quickly spirals into a terrifying ordeal, as they encounter far more than they ever expected.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"624\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Director Andr\u00e9s Muschietti delivers a gripping adaptation of the first half of Stephen King&#8217;s novel, setting the stage for <em data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"623\">Chapter Two<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"624\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xKJmEC5ieOk?si=e68VbqnWhu_mKA4c\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_The_Godfather_1972_crime\"><\/span>13. <em>The Godfather<\/em> (1972), crime<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"440\">Set in the years following World War II, <em data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"146\">The Godfather<\/em> follows Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), a war hero who is reluctantly drawn into the family business after an attempt on his father\u2019s life. Over the course of a decade, Michael\u2019s world is shaped by marriage, death, drugs, and betrayal, as he rises through the ranks of the Corleone crime family.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"610\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Arguably one of the most iconic films on this list, it\u2019s a masterful adaptation of Mario Puzo\u2019s novel, brought to the screen under the direction of Francis Ford Coppola.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Inception_2010_sci-fiaction\"><\/span>14. <em>Inception<\/em> (2010), sci-fi\/action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"274\">Written by Christopher Nolan in his youth, this mind-bending thriller follows Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio), a skilled \u201cdream thief\u201d who infiltrates people\u2019s subconscious to extract secrets.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"627\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">With striking cinematography and an ambitious concept, <em data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"342\">Inception<\/em> has earned a lasting cultural impact, even being parodied by <em data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"417\">The Simpsons<\/em> in an episode that cleverly mirrors the film\u2019s premise. As Cobb and his team attempt an impossible heist within the layers of dreams, viewers are drawn into a surreal, unforgettable journey. It&#8217;s a must-watch.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_School_of_Rock_2003_comedydrama\"><\/span>15. <em>School of Rock<\/em> (2003), comedy\/drama<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"323\"><em data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"101\">School of Rock<\/em> follows wannabe guitar rockstar Dewey Finn (Jack Black), who, after being kicked out of his band and desperate for money, poses as his roommate to take a substitute teaching job at a prestigious private elementary school.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"690\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Letting music guide his unconventional lessons, Dewey discovers the school&#8217;s hidden musical talent and sets his sights on the \u201cBattle of the Bands\u201d contest, hoping to win the $20,000 prize. What follows is a comedic showdown filled with charm and energy, leaving us wondering whether Dewey\u2019s conscience will catch up with him, or if he\u2019ll make off with the winnings.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"690\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TExoc0MG4I4?si=ORapMGBmAtYlWPKZ\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Indiana_Jones_and_the_Raiders_of_the_Lost_Ark_1981_adventureaction\"><\/span>16. <em>Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark<\/em> (1981), adventure\/action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"405\">Set during the Second World War, <em>Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark <\/em>follows the daring adventures of archaeologist Professor Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), who is assigned a perilous mission: to locate the Ark of the Covenant and the Staff of Ra before the Nazis can get their hands on them.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"606\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Directed by Steven Spielberg, this action-packed quest for biblical artefacts features a memorable antagonist in Gestapo agent Toht (Ronald Lacey), who will stop at nothing to thwart Indy\u2019s progress.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Jaws_1975_thrilleradventure\"><\/span>17. <em>Jaws<\/em> (1975), thriller\/adventure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"348\">Another Steven Spielberg classic, this film sparked fear worldwide with its chilling portrayal of a man-eating shark. Set in the fictional New England resort town of Amity Island, <em data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"273\">Jaws<\/em> remains just as harrowing nearly 50 years after its original 1975 release.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"556\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">When a shark attack shocks the community, Police Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) is put on high alert &#8211; despite pushback from the town\u2019s mayor. Will the shark strike again? You\u2019ll have to watch to find out.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Saving_Private_Ryan_1998_waraction\"><\/span>18. <em>Saving Private Ryan<\/em> (1998), war\/action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"421\">It seems we can\u2019t get enough of Steven Spielberg, and with <em data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"166\">Saving Private Ryan<\/em>, it\u2019s easy to see why. This epic war film offers a fictionalised yet harrowingly realistic depiction of the D-Day Normandy landings, following a star-studded cast on a mission to rescue Private Ryan (Matt Damon) &#8211; the last surviving son of the Ryan family.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"668\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Captain Miller (Tom Hanks) leads his squad through the chaos of war, grappling with moral dilemmas and the weight of humanity along the way. It remains one of the most powerful and authentic portrayals of the Second World War ever put to screen.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"668\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9CiW_DgxCnQ?si=27c_q4DFjh9L_6kz\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Dumb_and_Dumber_1995_comedy\"><\/span>19. <em>Dumb and Dumber<\/em> (1995), comedy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"430\">One of the standout comedies of 1995, <em data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"142\">Dumb and Dumber<\/em> follows two dim-witted friends on a cross-country road trip to return a briefcase belonging to Mary (Lauren Holly). Along the way, we dive into the minds of Lloyd Christmas (Jim Carrey) and Harry Dunne (Jeff Daniels), whose absurd logic and ridiculous antics drive the humour throughout.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"631\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As the plot unfolds, it becomes clear there&#8217;s more to the briefcase and Mary than initially meets the eye. But do they succeed in their mission? That\u2019s all part of the hilariously unpredictable ride.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Men_In_Black_1997_sci-fiaction\"><\/span>20. <em>Men In Black<\/em> (1997), sci-fi\/action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"403\">Putting a comedic spin on the Area 51 conspiracy, this film introduces a secretive government agency that officially doesn\u2019t exist. Tommy Lee Jones stars as Agent K, who partners with Will Smith\u2019s character, Officer James Edwards, after a bizarre encounter involving a suspect who blinks with two sets of eyelids.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"693\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">With Agent K\u2019s former partner having just retired, Edwards is invited to join the agency &#8211; on one unusual condition. What follows is a life-altering decision as Edwards is thrust into a hidden world of aliens and cover-ups. Will he embrace this strange new reality or walk away from it all?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Zombieland_2009_horrorcomedy\"><\/span>21. <em>Zombieland<\/em> (2009), horror\/comedy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"249\">Set during a zombie apocalypse, comedy-horror <em>Zombieland <\/em>follows four unlikely survivors in what many consider one of the silliest zombie films since <em data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"248\">Shaun of the Dead<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"537\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Even Bill Murray makes a memorable cameo as himself, with rather unfortunate consequences, adding to the film\u2019s offbeat charm. As the group travels across America in search of sanctuary, they discover bizarre but often hilarious ways to stay alive while the undead close in at every turn.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"537\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8m9EVP8X7N8?si=zr_CBcMLZD2bazM5\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Shrek_2001_comedyfantasyanimation\"><\/span>22. <em>Shrek<\/em> (2001), comedy\/fantasy\/animation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"364\">Based on the children\u2019s book by William Steig, <em>Shrek<\/em> &#8211; written by Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Roger Schulman, and Joe Stillman &#8211; brings to life the story of an ogre named Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers), who finds himself banished from the kingdom after an outburst.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"702\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Determined to reclaim his beloved swamp, Shrek strikes a deal with the scheming Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow), who sends him on a quest to rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz). Joined by his unexpected companion, Donkey (Eddie Murphy), Shrek sets off on an adventure that leads to an ending even he couldn\u2019t have predicted.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Despicable_Me_2010_comedyfantasyanimation\"><\/span>23. <em>Despicable Me<\/em> (2010), comedy\/fantasy\/animation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"399\">Supervillain Gru (voiced by Steve Carell) is in need of funding to carry out his lifelong dream: stealing the Moon in what would be the world\u2019s biggest heist. But with rival villain Vector threatening to beat him to it, Gru must act fast to protect both his plan and his title as the World&#8217;s Greatest Supervillain.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"654\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">To pull it off, Gru devises a scheme involving three orphaned girls, a Shrink Ray, his clumsy Minions, Dr Nefario (Russell Brand), and Bob (Pierre Coffin). What follows is a journey full of unexpected consequences, both for Gru\u2019s villainy and his heart.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Beverly_Hills_Cop_1985_comedyaction\"><\/span>24. <em>Beverly Hills Cop<\/em> (1985), comedy\/action<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"441\">In <em>Beverly Hills Cop<\/em>, fast-talking Detroit cop Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) is shaken when his childhood friend Mikey pays him a visit &#8211; with tragic consequences. Forced to take a leave of absence, Axel heads to California, where his street-smart, rule-breaking style quickly catches the attention of Sergeant John Taggart (John Ashton) and Detective Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"709\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This comedy classic follows the unlikely partnership that develops between Axel and the straight-laced Hollywood Police duo. As Axel digs deeper into Mikey\u2019s past, his unorthodox methods begin to rub off on them, leading to a sharp and often hilarious investigation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"709\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1UV-lUZIyQk?si=5jzgmUl9XC1pMFiO\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_How_to_Train_Your_Dragon_2010_familyfantasyanimation\"><\/span>25. <em>How to Train Your Dragon<\/em> (2010), family\/fantasy\/animation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"393\">Set during the Viking Age in the village of Berk, where dragons are feared and hunted, the story follows Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel), a misfit teenager and son of the village chief. During dragon training, he secretly befriends a wounded dragon &#8211; an unlikely alliance that gives him an edge over his peers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"658\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">His unconventional approach and growing bond with the creature gradually transform him from a disappointment in his father\u2019s eyes to an unexpected hero. But when his secret is revealed, it changes not only Hiccup\u2019s fate, but the future of the entire Viking tribe.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Waynes_World_1992_comedymusical\"><\/span>26. <em>Wayne&#8217;s World<\/em> (1992), comedy\/musical<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"350\">Wayne Campbell (Mike Myers) and Garth Algar (Dana Carvey) are two heavy metal fans who run a public-access TV show from the basement of Wayne\u2019s parents\u2019 house\u00a0 -until a slick TV executive swoops in and turns their world upside down. Can they win their show back?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"595\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Only time will tell, as this cult classic breaks the fourth wall and delivers a string of memorable antics. Along the way, there&#8217;s a cameo from Meat Loaf and one of the most iconic music scenes ever filmed, set inside the legendary Mirthmobile.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Bad_Boys_1995_actioncomedy\"><\/span>27. <em>Bad Boys<\/em> (1995), action\/comedy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"337\">After a record-breaking drugs bust goes missing from their police precinct, Miami narcotics detectives Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) are forced to team up in an uneasy partnership, with just three days to crack the case.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"591\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">When terrified witness Julie (T\u00e9a Leoni) contacts the police, having seen firsthand how far the drug lord will go to recover the stolen merchandise, Mike and Marcus find themselves in a race against time to protect her and bring the criminals to justice.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"591\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xm12NSa8jsM?si=xUkKdj6Ao-hFBqCM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_Galaxy_Quest_1999_comedysci-fi\"><\/span>28. <em>Galaxy Quest<\/em> (1999), comedy\/sci-fi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"395\">As parody films go, <em data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"119\">Galaxy Quest<\/em> is a favourite among both <em data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"157\">Star Trek<\/em> and <em data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"173\">Star Wars<\/em> fans, though its humour and setup clearly lean more towards <em data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"244\">Star Trek<\/em>. The story centres on a fictional 1980s sci-fi TV series that was cancelled years ago, with its ageing cast now making appearances at fan conventions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"764\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In an unexpected twist, an innocent alien race known as the Thermians mistakes the show for historical fact and approaches egotistical lead actor Jason Nesmith (Tim Allen) for help. Believing it\u2019s just another publicity stunt, Nesmith plays along until reality kicks in. Can this washed-up cast of actors save the Thermians for real?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_The_Blues_Brothers_1980_comedymusical\"><\/span>29. <em>The Blues Brothers<\/em> (1980), comedy\/musical<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"361\">On a mission from God, orphaned brothers Jake Blues (John Belushi), a recently paroled convict, and Elwood (Dan Aykroyd) are summoned by Sister Mary Stigmata (Kathleen Freeman) and tasked with raising $5,000 to save the orphanage from imminent foreclosure due to unpaid taxes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"667\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Travelling in Elwood\u2019s battered Bluesmobile, the pair race against time to raise the money, reuniting their old band, causing chaos, and making plenty of enemies along the way. <em data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"559\">The Blues Brothers<\/em> has earned legendary cult status, with a finale that holds record-breaking credentials in cinematic mayhem.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_Bram_Stokers_Dracula_1992_horrorromantic\"><\/span>30. <em>Bram Stoker&#8217;s Dracula<\/em> (1992), horror\/romantic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"421\">Expanding on the backstory of <em data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"124\">Dracula<\/em>, the film explores the origins of Vlad Dracula (Gary Oldman), a Romanian knight from 1462 who lives in Transylvania with his beloved wife. After a tragic turn of events and the belief that her soul is damned, Vlad, consumed by grief and rage, denounces God, setting his transformation into motion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Centuries later, in 1897, solicitor Jonathan Harker (Keanu Reeves) travels to Transylvania to finalise a land deal with Count Dracula. But what begins as a routine business trip soon takes a dark and unexpected turn. 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Why not try something you haven\u2019t seen before, like <em data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"291\">Galaxy Quest<\/em>, especially with its long-awaited sequel just around the corner?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_top_10_films\"><\/span>What are the top 10 films?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Four films from the IMDb Top 250 make it onto our list &#8211; fittingly, <em data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"171\">The Shawshank Redemption<\/em> takes the top spot. If you&#8217;re curious to see which others made our team\u2019s top 10, scroll back up to take a look.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_films_are_on_Now_TV\"><\/span>What films are on Now TV?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>From a list of 75 titles, we\u2019ve picked out enough standout films to keep anyone entertained for the month. In our view, there\u2019s not a weak entry here &#8211; these are the best films currently streaming on Now TV.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"441\">I&#8217;ve watched every single one of these films our team chose, and they truly deserve to be on this list.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"628\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The best part? 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If you need some movie inspiration, read on!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":46985,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>If you love films, you'll need a good lineup to see you through the colder nights this Autumn! So, to get you started, we've picked the <strong>best films on Now TV<\/strong>\u00a0that we'd have on our watchlist.<\/p><p>With over five decades of film represented in our selection - spanning almost every genre, from thrillers to comedies, including both animation and live action - there\u2019s something for everyone. If you need some movie inspiration, read on!<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><p>Here are our top five:<\/p><ol><li><em>The Shawshank Redemption\u00a0<\/em>(1995)<\/li><li><em>Back to the Future\u00a0<\/em>(1985)<\/li><li><em>Blade Runner\u00a0<\/em>(1982)<\/li><li><em>The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings\u00a0<\/em>(2001)<\/li><li><em>Dune: Part Two\u00a0<\/em>(2024)<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>The best films on Now TV<\/h3><h4>1. <em>The Shawshank Redemption<\/em> (1995), thriller\/crime<\/h4><p data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"218\">A cinematic adaptation of Stephen King\u2019s novella, <em data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"217\">Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption<\/em>.<\/p><p data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"464\">Despite its initial failure at the box office,\u00a0<em>The Shawshank Redemption<\/em>\u00a0went on to gain cult status - thanks largely to standout performances from Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, and the rest of the cast. Word of mouth eventually gave it the recognition it deserved.<\/p><p data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"787\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The gripping story follows a banker sentenced to two life terms for the murder of his wife and her lover - a crime he insists he didn\u2019t commit. What unfolds is a powerful exploration of prison life and the justice system, filled with twists and emotional depth. It\u2019s a compelling watch and a worthy choice for the top spot.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. <em>Back to the Future<\/em> (1985), family\/sci-fi<\/h4><p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"280\">A film built around the paradoxes of time travel, albeit with a happy twist. <em>Back to the Future <\/em>follows an unsuspecting teenager who accidentally becomes the first human to travel through time on 5th November 1985.<\/p><p data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"616\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Teenager Marty McFly (played by Michael J. Fox) befriends eccentric scientist Dr Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd), who invents a time machine using a DeLorean sports car. During a test run involving Doc\u2019s dog, Einstein, things take a turn, and McFly is suddenly transported back to 1955, with no clear way of returning to his own time.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. <em>Blade Runner<\/em> (1982), sci-fi\/action<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"422\">The year is 2019. Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford), a Blade Runner living in a dystopian Los Angeles, is forced out of retirement to track down six bioengineered Nexus-6 replicants. Rutger Hauer\u2019s portrayal of Roy Batty adds depth to a tense game of cat and mouse, in a cleverly constructed story that raises as many questions as it answers.<\/p><p data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"648\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Widely regarded as one of the greatest dystopian films of all time, it\u2019s a visual, auditory, and intellectual experience, brought to life through Ridley Scott\u2019s direction and a screenplay by Hampton Fancher and David Peoples.<\/p><p data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"648\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eogpIG53Cis?si=Cu5hZCigCgNxHXft\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>4. <em>The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Rings<\/em> (2001), fantasy\/adventure<\/h4><p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"367\">As fantasy worlds go, J.R.R. Tolkien\u2019s <em data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"185\">The Lord of the Rings<\/em> is in a league of its own, and it\u2019s clear that Peter Jackson was captivated by it from a young age, having imagined much of what we now see on screen long before bringing it to life.<\/p><p data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"684\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In this magical world, a wizard, an elf, a dwarf, and a group of men join Frodo - the ring-bearer and a hobbit - alongside three of his hobbit companions on a quest to save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord, Sauron. Their journey begins in the peaceful Shire, as <em data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"654\">The Fellowship of the Ring<\/em> sets the epic tale in motion.<\/p><hr \/><h4>5. <em>Dune: Part Two<\/em> (2024), sci-fi\/adventure<\/h4><p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"310\">As a film to test your home cinema setup, this is a big one. <em data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"164\">Dune: Part Two<\/em>, the second instalment in this science fiction trilogy based on Frank Herbert\u2019s novels, delivers enough low-end impact to shake your foundations.<\/p><p data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"604\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Director Denis Villeneuve\u2019s vision of <em data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"364\">Dune Messiah<\/em> plunges you into a story of revenge, with Paul Atreides (Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet) stepping into a prophetic role as a messianic figure in the desert. Alongside the Fremen people of Arrakis, he rises to challenge the dominance of House Harkonnen.<\/p><hr \/><h4>6. <em>The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers<\/em> (2002), fantasy\/adventure<\/h4><p data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"260\">The second <em data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"114\">Lord of the Rings<\/em> film to make our list, <em data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"194\">The Two Towers<\/em> is another masterpiece, with the epic journey now in full motion.<\/p><p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"579\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) and Samwise Gamgee (Sean Astin) break away from the rest of the group, who head towards Helm\u2019s Deep. Along the way, Frodo and Sam encounter one of the trilogy\u2019s most compelling characters - Gollum, portrayed brilliantly by Andy Serkis - whose unpredictability adds real tension to their quest.<\/p><p data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"579\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LbfMDwc4azU?si=u4NilKuz7Nh7RaLM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>7. <em>The Wolf of Wall Street<\/em> (2014), comedy\/thriller<\/h4><p data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"393\">The only film on this list based on real-life events, <em data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"194\">The Wolf of Wall Street<\/em> is a black comedy directed by Martin Scorsese, charting the rise and fall of stockbroker Jordan Belfort (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) during the 1980s, including the events surrounding Black Monday.<\/p><p data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"602\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Belfort\u2019s life takes a sharp turn as he discovers a highly profitable niche, exploiting the \u201cpump and dump\u201d scheme. With his morals pushed aside, greed takes centre stage in his relentless pursuit of wealth.<\/p><hr \/><h4>8. <em>The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King<\/em> (2003), fantasy\/adventure<\/h4><p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"305\">Bringing the prequel journey to its conclusion, <em data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"158\">The Return of the King<\/em> sees Frodo and Sam complete their perilous quest to Mordor in an action-packed finale, featuring battles on a scale rarely seen in fantasy cinema.<\/p><p data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"578\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">It marks the end of J.R.R. Tolkien\u2019s <em data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"367\">The Lord of the Rings<\/em> saga and stands as a testament to Peter Jackson and his team, delivering what many consider to be one of the greatest trilogies ever made, rivalled only by the <em data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"545\">Man with No Name<\/em> trilogy starring Clint Eastwood.<\/p><hr \/><h4>9. <em>Interstellar<\/em> (2014), sci-fi\/adventure<\/h4><p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"373\">Set on a dying Earth in a future dystopia plagued by dust storms and widespread crop failure, <em>Interstellar <\/em>follows former NASA pilot turned farmer Joseph \u201cCooper\u201d (Matthew McConaughey) and his daughter Murphy as they begin to notice strange, coded messages appearing in her bedroom.<\/p><p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"594\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Following a hunch, the Coopers set off on a journey that changes their lives forever, one that leads Cooper into space in search of humanity\u2019s survival, and toward the mystery of who, or what, was sending those messages.<\/p><p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"594\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zSWdZVtXT7E?si=a5z8CPi_h9nE3POx\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>10. <em>The Wild Robot<\/em> (2024), family\/sci-fi<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"459\">Based on the <em data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"111\">Peter Brown<\/em> book series, this 2024 animated film follows ROZZUM unit 7134, also known as ROZ, who finds herself in an environment she wasn\u2019t designed for: a remote island teeming with wildlife. Initially causing chaos, she gradually learns to live, adapt, and earn the trust of the island\u2019s animal inhabitants, becoming something more than the sum of her parts.<\/p><p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"676\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">All the while, her creators at Universal Dynamics are determined to bring her back. What unfolds is a moving and imaginative story, brought to life by director Chris Sanders and nurtured to an unforgettable ending.<\/p><hr \/><h4>11. <em>Planes, Trains and Automobiles<\/em> (1987), comedy\/drama<\/h4><p data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"282\"><em>Planes, Trains and Automobiles <\/em>is a classic comedy starring John Candy and Steve Martin as two people from completely different worlds who are thrown together on one of the most chaotic and memorable road trips ever put to film.<\/p><p data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"611\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Directed by John Hughes, the film follows the misadventures of Neal Page (Steve Martin), a marketing executive, and Del Griffith (John Candy), a travelling salesman. As unlikely companions, they face a string of unfortunate events while trying to get home in time for Thanksgiving - with plenty of heart and humour along the way.<\/p><hr \/><h4>12. <em>It: Chapter One<\/em> (2017), horror\/mystery<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"481\">If you\u2019re not a fan of clowns,\u00a0<em>It<\/em> might not be the film for you - Bill Skarsg\u00e5rd\u2019s chilling portrayal of Pennywise is the stuff of nightmares. This supernatural horror follows a group of children, including Bill (Jaeden Martell), as they search for his missing brother. What begins as a desperate quest quickly spirals into a terrifying ordeal, as they encounter far more than they ever expected.<\/p><p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"624\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Director Andr\u00e9s Muschietti delivers a gripping adaptation of the first half of Stephen King's novel, setting the stage for <em data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"623\">Chapter Two<\/em>.<\/p><p data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"624\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xKJmEC5ieOk?si=e68VbqnWhu_mKA4c\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>13. <em>The Godfather<\/em> (1972), crime<\/h4><p data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"440\">Set in the years following World War II, <em data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"146\">The Godfather<\/em> follows Michael Corleone (Al Pacino), a war hero who is reluctantly drawn into the family business after an attempt on his father\u2019s life. Over the course of a decade, Michael\u2019s world is shaped by marriage, death, drugs, and betrayal, as he rises through the ranks of the Corleone crime family.<\/p><p data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"610\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Arguably one of the most iconic films on this list, it\u2019s a masterful adaptation of Mario Puzo\u2019s novel, brought to the screen under the direction of Francis Ford Coppola.<\/p><hr \/><h4>14. <em>Inception<\/em> (2010), sci-fi\/action<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"274\">Written by Christopher Nolan in his youth, this mind-bending thriller follows Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio), a skilled \u201cdream thief\u201d who infiltrates people\u2019s subconscious to extract secrets.<\/p><p data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"627\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">With striking cinematography and an ambitious concept, <em data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"342\">Inception<\/em> has earned a lasting cultural impact, even being parodied by <em data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"417\">The Simpsons<\/em> in an episode that cleverly mirrors the film\u2019s premise. As Cobb and his team attempt an impossible heist within the layers of dreams, viewers are drawn into a surreal, unforgettable journey. It's a must-watch.<\/p><hr \/><h4>15. <em>School of Rock<\/em> (2003), comedy\/drama<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"323\"><em data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"101\">School of Rock<\/em> follows wannabe guitar rockstar Dewey Finn (Jack Black), who, after being kicked out of his band and desperate for money, poses as his roommate to take a substitute teaching job at a prestigious private elementary school.<\/p><p data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"690\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Letting music guide his unconventional lessons, Dewey discovers the school's hidden musical talent and sets his sights on the \u201cBattle of the Bands\u201d contest, hoping to win the $20,000 prize. What follows is a comedic showdown filled with charm and energy, leaving us wondering whether Dewey\u2019s conscience will catch up with him, or if he\u2019ll make off with the winnings.<\/p><p data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"690\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TExoc0MG4I4?si=ORapMGBmAtYlWPKZ\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>16. <em>Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark<\/em> (1981), adventure\/action<\/h4><p data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"405\">Set during the Second World War, <em>Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark <\/em>follows the daring adventures of archaeologist Professor Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), who is assigned a perilous mission: to locate the Ark of the Covenant and the Staff of Ra before the Nazis can get their hands on them.<\/p><p data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"606\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Directed by Steven Spielberg, this action-packed quest for biblical artefacts features a memorable antagonist in Gestapo agent Toht (Ronald Lacey), who will stop at nothing to thwart Indy\u2019s progress.<\/p><hr \/><h4>17. <em>Jaws<\/em> (1975), thriller\/adventure<\/h4><p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"348\">Another Steven Spielberg classic, this film sparked fear worldwide with its chilling portrayal of a man-eating shark. Set in the fictional New England resort town of Amity Island, <em data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"273\">Jaws<\/em> remains just as harrowing nearly 50 years after its original 1975 release.<\/p><p data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"556\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">When a shark attack shocks the community, Police Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) is put on high alert - despite pushback from the town\u2019s mayor. Will the shark strike again? You\u2019ll have to watch to find out.<\/p><hr \/><h4>18. <em>Saving Private Ryan<\/em> (1998), war\/action<\/h4><p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"421\">It seems we can\u2019t get enough of Steven Spielberg, and with <em data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"166\">Saving Private Ryan<\/em>, it\u2019s easy to see why. This epic war film offers a fictionalised yet harrowingly realistic depiction of the D-Day Normandy landings, following a star-studded cast on a mission to rescue Private Ryan (Matt Damon) - the last surviving son of the Ryan family.<\/p><p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"668\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Captain Miller (Tom Hanks) leads his squad through the chaos of war, grappling with moral dilemmas and the weight of humanity along the way. It remains one of the most powerful and authentic portrayals of the Second World War ever put to screen.<\/p><p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"668\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9CiW_DgxCnQ?si=27c_q4DFjh9L_6kz\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>19. <em>Dumb and Dumber<\/em> (1995), comedy<\/h4><p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"430\">One of the standout comedies of 1995, <em data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"142\">Dumb and Dumber<\/em> follows two dim-witted friends on a cross-country road trip to return a briefcase belonging to Mary (Lauren Holly). Along the way, we dive into the minds of Lloyd Christmas (Jim Carrey) and Harry Dunne (Jeff Daniels), whose absurd logic and ridiculous antics drive the humour throughout.<\/p><p data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"631\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As the plot unfolds, it becomes clear there's more to the briefcase and Mary than initially meets the eye. But do they succeed in their mission? That\u2019s all part of the hilariously unpredictable ride.<\/p><hr \/><h4>20. <em>Men In Black<\/em> (1997), sci-fi\/action<\/h4><p data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"403\">Putting a comedic spin on the Area 51 conspiracy, this film introduces a secretive government agency that officially doesn\u2019t exist. Tommy Lee Jones stars as Agent K, who partners with Will Smith\u2019s character, Officer James Edwards, after a bizarre encounter involving a suspect who blinks with two sets of eyelids.<\/p><p data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"693\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">With Agent K\u2019s former partner having just retired, Edwards is invited to join the agency - on one unusual condition. What follows is a life-altering decision as Edwards is thrust into a hidden world of aliens and cover-ups. Will he embrace this strange new reality or walk away from it all?<\/p><hr \/><h4>21. <em>Zombieland<\/em> (2009), horror\/comedy<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"249\">Set during a zombie apocalypse, comedy-horror <em>Zombieland <\/em>follows four unlikely survivors in what many consider one of the silliest zombie films since <em data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"248\">Shaun of the Dead<\/em>.<\/p><p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"537\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Even Bill Murray makes a memorable cameo as himself, with rather unfortunate consequences, adding to the film\u2019s offbeat charm. As the group travels across America in search of sanctuary, they discover bizarre but often hilarious ways to stay alive while the undead close in at every turn.<\/p><p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"537\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8m9EVP8X7N8?si=zr_CBcMLZD2bazM5\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>22. <em>Shrek<\/em> (2001), comedy\/fantasy\/animation<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"364\">Based on the children\u2019s book by William Steig, <em>Shrek<\/em> - written by Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Roger Schulman, and Joe Stillman - brings to life the story of an ogre named Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers), who finds himself banished from the kingdom after an outburst.<\/p><p data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"702\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Determined to reclaim his beloved swamp, Shrek strikes a deal with the scheming Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow), who sends him on a quest to rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz). Joined by his unexpected companion, Donkey (Eddie Murphy), Shrek sets off on an adventure that leads to an ending even he couldn\u2019t have predicted.<\/p><hr \/><h4>23. <em>Despicable Me<\/em> (2010), comedy\/fantasy\/animation<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"399\">Supervillain Gru (voiced by Steve Carell) is in need of funding to carry out his lifelong dream: stealing the Moon in what would be the world\u2019s biggest heist. But with rival villain Vector threatening to beat him to it, Gru must act fast to protect both his plan and his title as the World's Greatest Supervillain.<\/p><p data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"654\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">To pull it off, Gru devises a scheme involving three orphaned girls, a Shrink Ray, his clumsy Minions, Dr Nefario (Russell Brand), and Bob (Pierre Coffin). What follows is a journey full of unexpected consequences, both for Gru\u2019s villainy and his heart.<\/p><hr \/><h4>24. <em>Beverly Hills Cop<\/em> (1985), comedy\/action<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"441\">In <em>Beverly Hills Cop<\/em>, fast-talking Detroit cop Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) is shaken when his childhood friend Mikey pays him a visit - with tragic consequences. Forced to take a leave of absence, Axel heads to California, where his street-smart, rule-breaking style quickly catches the attention of Sergeant John Taggart (John Ashton) and Detective Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold).<\/p><p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"709\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This comedy classic follows the unlikely partnership that develops between Axel and the straight-laced Hollywood Police duo. As Axel digs deeper into Mikey\u2019s past, his unorthodox methods begin to rub off on them, leading to a sharp and often hilarious investigation.<\/p><p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"709\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1UV-lUZIyQk?si=5jzgmUl9XC1pMFiO\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>25. <em>How to Train Your Dragon<\/em> (2010), family\/fantasy\/animation<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"393\">Set during the Viking Age in the village of Berk, where dragons are feared and hunted, the story follows Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel), a misfit teenager and son of the village chief. During dragon training, he secretly befriends a wounded dragon - an unlikely alliance that gives him an edge over his peers.<\/p><p data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"658\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">His unconventional approach and growing bond with the creature gradually transform him from a disappointment in his father\u2019s eyes to an unexpected hero. But when his secret is revealed, it changes not only Hiccup\u2019s fate, but the future of the entire Viking tribe.<\/p><hr \/><h4>26. <em>Wayne's World<\/em> (1992), comedy\/musical<\/h4><p data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"350\">Wayne Campbell (Mike Myers) and Garth Algar (Dana Carvey) are two heavy metal fans who run a public-access TV show from the basement of Wayne\u2019s parents\u2019 house\u00a0 -until a slick TV executive swoops in and turns their world upside down. 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Along the way, there's a cameo from Meat Loaf and one of the most iconic music scenes ever filmed, set inside the legendary Mirthmobile.<\/p><hr \/><h4>27. <em>Bad Boys<\/em> (1995), action\/comedy<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"337\">After a record-breaking drugs bust goes missing from their police precinct, Miami narcotics detectives Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) are forced to team up in an uneasy partnership, with just three days to crack the case.<\/p><p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"591\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">When terrified witness Julie (T\u00e9a Leoni) contacts the police, having seen firsthand how far the drug lord will go to recover the stolen merchandise, Mike and Marcus find themselves in a race against time to protect her and bring the criminals to justice.<\/p><p data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"591\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xm12NSa8jsM?si=xUkKdj6Ao-hFBqCM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>28. <em>Galaxy Quest<\/em> (1999), comedy\/sci-fi<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"395\">As parody films go, <em data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"119\">Galaxy Quest<\/em> is a favourite among both <em data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"157\">Star Trek<\/em> and <em data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"173\">Star Wars<\/em> fans, though its humour and setup clearly lean more towards <em data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"244\">Star Trek<\/em>. The story centres on a fictional 1980s sci-fi TV series that was cancelled years ago, with its ageing cast now making appearances at fan conventions.<\/p><p data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"764\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In an unexpected twist, an innocent alien race known as the Thermians mistakes the show for historical fact and approaches egotistical lead actor Jason Nesmith (Tim Allen) for help. Believing it\u2019s just another publicity stunt, Nesmith plays along until reality kicks in. Can this washed-up cast of actors save the Thermians for real?<\/p><hr \/><h4>29. <em>The Blues Brothers<\/em> (1980), comedy\/musical<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"361\">On a mission from God, orphaned brothers Jake Blues (John Belushi), a recently paroled convict, and Elwood (Dan Aykroyd) are summoned by Sister Mary Stigmata (Kathleen Freeman) and tasked with raising $5,000 to save the orphanage from imminent foreclosure due to unpaid taxes.<\/p><p data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"667\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Travelling in Elwood\u2019s battered Bluesmobile, the pair race against time to raise the money, reuniting their old band, causing chaos, and making plenty of enemies along the way. <em data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"559\">The Blues Brothers<\/em> has earned legendary cult status, with a finale that holds record-breaking credentials in cinematic mayhem.<\/p><hr \/><h4>30. <em>Bram Stoker's Dracula<\/em> (1992), horror\/romantic<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"421\">Expanding on the backstory of <em data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"124\">Dracula<\/em>, the film explores the origins of Vlad Dracula (Gary Oldman), a Romanian knight from 1462 who lives in Transylvania with his beloved wife. After a tragic turn of events and the belief that her soul is damned, Vlad, consumed by grief and rage, denounces God, setting his transformation into motion.<\/p><p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Centuries later, in 1897, solicitor Jonathan Harker (Keanu Reeves) travels to Transylvania to finalise a land deal with Count Dracula. But what begins as a routine business trip soon takes a dark and unexpected turn. What could possibly go wrong?<\/p><p data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"669\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cpAfqCUaVwg?si=WIoCvDpHDMdU3t3X\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>31. <em>The Neverending Story<\/em> (1984), family\/fantasy<\/h4><p data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"379\">Bastian Balthazar (Barret Oliver) is a shy, introverted boy who struggles with school bullies and lives with his widowed father. One day, he escapes to the school attic and begins reading a mysterious book titled <em data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"321\">The NeverEnding Story - <\/em>only to discover it holds more than just words on a page.<\/p><p data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"658\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">As he turns each page, he\u2019s drawn into the magical world of Fantasia, which is being consumed by a dark force known as \u201cThe Nothing.\u201d As the lines between his reality and the story begin to blur, Bastian starts to wonder: can he help save Fantasia before it disappears forever?<\/p><hr \/><h3>The ultimate home cinema setup<\/h3><h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/TV-and-Projectors\/Optoma-UHD35STX-4K-UHD-Short-Throw-Projector\/5JQW\">Optoma UHD35STx 4K UHD Short Throw Projector<\/a><\/h4><ul><li>True 4K UHD resolution<\/li><li>Bright 3600 lumens<\/li><li>Designed for gaming and films<\/li><\/ul><h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/TV-and-Projectors\/Sapphire-Pull-Up-Portable-169-Scissor-Action-Projector-Screen-92\/5V81\">Sapphire Pull Up Portable 16:9 Scissor Action Projector Screen, 92\"<\/a><\/h4><ul><li>Portable design<\/li><li>Easy to use<\/li><li>1.1 gain matte white fabric<\/li><\/ul><h4>Sennheiser AMBEO Plus Soundbar<\/h4><ul><li>HDMI inputs\/outputs<\/li><li>Airplay, Bluetooth, Spotify streaming<\/li><li>Smart App control<\/li><\/ul><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>Is there anything worth watching on Now TV?<\/h4><p>Looking at the line-up above, there\u2019s something on Now TV for every mood, whether you\u2019re after action, comedy, fantasy, or something a little nostalgic. Why not try something you haven\u2019t seen before, like <em data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"291\">Galaxy Quest<\/em>, especially with its long-awaited sequel just around the corner?<\/p><hr \/><h4>What are the top 10 films?<\/h4><p>Four films from the IMDb Top 250 make it onto our list - fittingly, <em data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"171\">The Shawshank Redemption<\/em> takes the top spot. If you're curious to see which others made our team\u2019s top 10, scroll back up to take a look.<\/p><hr \/><h4>What films are on Now TV?<\/h4><p>From a list of 75 titles, we\u2019ve picked out enough standout films to keep anyone entertained for the month. In our view, there\u2019s not a weak entry here - these are the best films currently streaming on Now TV.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"441\">I've watched every single one of these films our team chose, and they truly deserve to be on this list.<\/p><p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"628\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The best part? You don\u2019t need to own any of them - they\u2019re all available to stream on Now TV. And from the 75 films currently showing, these 31 are, without doubt, the very best on offer.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[63,139,5],"tags":[108,44],"class_list":["post-46979","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home-cinema-guides","category-guides-2","category-home-cinema","tag-blog-category-guides-2","tag-home-cinema"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The 31 Best Films on Now TV to Watch this Autumn\u00a0| AV.com Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We&#039;ve picked the best films on Now TV\u00a0that we&#039;d have on our watchlist this Autumn. 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