It’s Friday night, and you just want to swaddle in minky blankets and your favorite pajamas. Great plan. All that’s left for you to do is to choose a few great movies.
Whether you’re having date night with your special person, pet, or a quart of ice cream (no judgment here), Sew Sweet Minky Designs is providing eight recommendations on the best cuddle movies. So scroll through the genres and films below, and enjoy your evening!
Romantic Comedies
Had a bad week? Don’t worry, these three feel-good, romantic movies can mend those blues.
1. La La Land (2016)
Rated PG-13
Available on Amazon Prime
Starring Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, and Rosemarie DeWitt
This Academy Award-winning movie brings you all the feels. It follows a couple pursuing their dreams in Hollywood, which eventually tests their future. The fight between ambition and love is beautifully enveloped with dancing, singing, and music.
2. Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
Rated PG-13
Available on Amazon Prime
Starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding, and Michelle Yeoh
When you discover your significant other comes from a multimillionaire family, things are bound to get a bit crazy. Packed with gorgeous locations, intimidating relatives, and jealous socialites, Crazy Rich Asians brings you a fairy-tale set in Singapore.
3. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (2010)
Rated PG-13
Available on Netflix
Starring Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Chris Evans
Based on the cult comic book series, this sweet, imaginative, and infectious film taps into your inner geek. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World follows a bass guitarist who must fight his one true love’s army of ex-boyfriends. It’s filled with an exciting combination of romance, comedy, action, and drama.
Action/Adventure/Mystery
Sometimes, mushy love stories can get pretty cliche and dated. So if you’re feeling up to something else, here are three great action, adventure, and mystery films that will help mix things up.
4. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Rated PG
Available on Netflix
Starring Shameik Moore, Jake Johnson, and Hailee Steinfeld
With a stellar soundtrack and dazzling visuals, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse offers a wild ride into alternative universes that introduce different iterations of Spider-Mans. Though it has a mind-bending premise, this animated film impressively keeps it simple and smart that’s great for all ages.
5. Knives Out (2019)
Rated PG-13
Available on Amazon Prime
Starring Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, and Ana de Armas
Not only does Knives Out have a star-studded cast, but it also carries an intriguing murder mystery storyline. With plot twists and Agatha Christie vibes, the film amuses you with sharp writing, class snobbery, and humorous moments. Let’s just say, it’s a film that keeps on giving.
6. The Dark Knight (2008)
Rated PG-13
Available on Amazon Prime
Starring Christian Bale, Michael Caine, and Heath Ledger
This bleak yet brilliant film offers fantastic action and performances. It doesn’t feel or look like your typical superhero movie; the film is enfolded with complex narratives and a rich atmosphere that transcends the superhero genre. Not to mention, Heath Ledger brings an unforgettable performance as the Joker.
Thriller/Horror
Looking to kick things up a notch and step into some sinister territory? Delight yourself with these heart-racing films.
7. A Quiet Place (2018)
Rated PG-13
Available on Hulu
Starring John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, and Millicent Simmonds
This sci-fi horror film takes place in a post-apocalyptic world. A family must live in silence to avoid frightening creatures that hunt by sound. A Quiet Place carries the perfect amount of tension, fright, and familial love that puts you on a fun and emotional rollercoaster.
8. Jaws (1975)
Rated PG
Available on Hulu
Starring Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, and Richard Dreyfuss
The classic thriller by Steven Spielberg, Jaws brings you a killer shark that terrorizes a beach community. A local sheriff, marine biologist, and seafarer team up to hunt it down.
Filled with some gloriously unpredictable scenes, Jaws is an entertaining film that provides nail-biting suspense and adventure. It’s definitely a good one to cuddle with your loved one or tub of ice cream.
Throw in Some Minky Blankets for Extra Snuggles
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