The best movies to watch right now on Netflix

The streaming giant has Golden Globe-nominated originals like May December, Maestro, and Rustin, along with enduring classics and modern hits

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The best movies to watch right now on Netflix
Clockwise from upper left: May December (Netflix), Maestro (Netflix), Rustin (Netflix), Elvis (Warner Bros.) Graphic: The A.V. Club

This weekend’s Golden Globes ceremony marks the beginning of the final stretch of the 2024 awards season, leading up to the main event, the Oscars on March 10. If you haven’t had a chance to catch all of the nominated films yet, you’ll find contenders like Maestro, May December, and Nyad on Netflix right now, as well as nominees and winners from years past like Elvis and RRR.

On the other hand, you may prefer to enjoy a cozy night in and relax with something more fun or less challenging. Netflix has those kinds of films too. With more than 4,000 films in its catalog there’s bound to be something that fits your mood. Where to start? Consider this list—which includes insightful writing from expert A.V. Club film buffs—your go-to Netflix movie guide. Make your selection here before you settle in to hear that “tu-dum” sound—if only to avoid the indecision fatigue that comes from endless scrolling.

This list was updated on January 5, 2023.

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