61 Must-See Films From 2016
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The Finest HoursMovie · 2016 · 117m · Action, Drama, HistoryIn 1952, during a severe blizzard off Cape Cod, two oil tankers are destroyed. The Coast Guard launches a risky rescue operation in the aftermath.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6
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The MeddlerMovie · 2016 · 100m · Comedy, DramaMarnie Minervini moves from New Jersey to Los Angeles to live near her daughter Lori, a successful but single screenwriter, and shower her with affection. However, Lori must establish boundaries as Marnie's constant presence and well-meaning advice become overwhelming. Determined to find a new purpose, Marnie uses her optimism and generosity to help others, ultimately changing her own life in the process.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
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Billy Lynn's Long Halftime WalkMovie · 2016 · 113m · Drama, WarAfter a brutal battle in Iraq, 19-year-old Billy Lynn returns to the United States for a celebratory tour. The film uses flashbacks to depict the true events of the conflict faced by Billy's unit, highlighting the stark contrast between the realities of war and how they are viewed back home.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0
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Eddie the EagleMovie · 2016 · 106m · Comedy, Drama, HistoryThis is the inspiring true story of Michael "Eddie" Edwards, a British ski-jumper who defied expectations with unwavering self-belief. Despite being written off by many, Eddie partnered with a unconventional coach to challenge the status quo. He captured the world's attention and won over fans globally with his remarkable performance at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, achieving a historic and improbable result.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
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Gods of EgyptMovie · 2016 · 127m · Action, Adventure, FantasyA skilled thief unexpectedly joins a legendary god on a journey across Egypt.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7
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Everybody Wants Some!!Movie · 2016 · 117m · ComedyThis comedy centers on a group of friends learning to handle the joys and challenges of being truly independent.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.4
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Popstar: Never Stop Never StoppingMovie · 2016 · 86m · Comedy, MusicPop/rap superstar Conner4real experiences a severe downfall when his latest album flops, triggering a dramatic decline in his fame and fortune. Desperate for a comeback, he rejects every option except a reunion with his former rap group, The Style Boyz.Stream on - 8
Triple 9Movie · 2016 · 115m · Action, Crime, AdventureA group of criminals and corrupt police officers plot to kill a police officer as part of a major robbery.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
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After Leaving the A-Rank Party, I Aim for the Deep Part of the Labyrinth With My Former StudentsMovie · 2016 · 106m · Comedy, Crime, DramaA Hollywood actor vanishes unexpectedly during a film shoot, prompting the studio to dispatch their troubleshooter to locate him.Stream on - 10
The ShallowsMovie · 2016 · 86m · Horror, Drama, ThrillerNancy is surfing on a remote beach when she unexpectedly enters a great white shark's hunting territory. Although she's only 200 yards from land, she must fight for her survival, relying on her quick thinking, resourcefulness, and strength.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4
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La La LandMovie · 2016 · 129m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceMia, an actress hoping for her big break, works as a barista for celebrities between auditions. Sebastian, a jazz musician, plays small gigs to make ends meet. As they both start to achieve their goals, they face choices that strain their relationship, and the dreams they shared with each other are put at risk.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9
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SullyMovie · 2016 · 96m · Drama, HistoryIn January 2009, Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger successfully landed a disabled plane on the Hudson River, saving all 155 people on board. While celebrated as a hero for his extraordinary skill, an investigation began that posed a serious threat to his reputation and career.Stream on - 13
The Great WallMovie · 2016 · 103m · Action, Adventure, FantasyA group of European soldiers of fortune, seeking gunpowder, find themselves unexpectedly fighting to protect the Great Wall of China from a terrifying wave of monstrous beasts.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0
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Jane Got a GunMovie · 2015 · 98m · Western, Action, DramaWhen Jane's outlaw husband returns home, shot multiple times and near death, she must ask for help from an old flame – someone she hasn’t seen in over a decade. She needs him to defend her farm when her husband's gang arrives to finish what they started.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8
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The FounderMovie · 2016 · 115m · Drama, HistoryThis is the true story of how Ray Kroc, an Illinois salesman, encountered Mac and Dick McDonald, who were operating a successful burger restaurant in Southern California during the 1950s. Kroc was drawn to their efficient food preparation and recognized the potential for a franchise. He strategically worked to take control of the company from the brothers, ultimately building it into a billion-dollar empire.Stream on - 16
Eye in the SkyMovie · 2015 · 102m · Drama, Thriller, WarA British military officer leading a highly classified drone operation in Kenya to capture suspected terrorists learns the targets intend to carry out a suicide bombing. The mission shifts from capture to lethal force just as American pilot Steve Watts prepares to strike. However, a nine-year-old girl appears in the target area, sparking a major international controversy that escalates to the highest levels of government in both the US and Britain, forcing them to confront the ethical, political, and personal consequences of modern warfare.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
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War DogsMovie · 2016 · 114m · Comedy, Crime, DramaThis is the true story of David Packouz and Efraim Diveroli, two young men who secured a $300 million deal with the Pentagon to supply weapons to American allies in Afghanistan.Stream on - 18
Father FiguresMovie · 2017 · 113m · ComedyWhen twin brothers discover their mother has concealed the truth about their father's fate for years, they embark on a journey to locate him.Stream on - 19
MastermindsMovie · 2016 · 95m · Action, Comedy, CrimeIn the Southern United States, a night guard at an armored car company orchestrates what becomes one of the most significant bank robberies in American history.Stream onIMDb 5.9TMDB 5.8
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Knight of CupsMovie · 2015 · 118m · Drama, RomanceRick, a successful screenwriter in Los Angeles, feels a profound emptiness despite his accomplishments. Struggling with confusion and a sense of being haunted, he seeks fleeting relief in the lavish lifestyle of Hollywood. His relationships with women offer a temporary escape from his pain, and each encounter pushes him toward discovering his purpose.Stream on - 21
A Monster CallsMovie · 2016 · 108m · Fantasy, Adventure, FamilyTwelve-year-old Conor meets a mysterious tree monster who offers him guidance as he struggles with his mother's serious illness and experiences bullying at school.Stream on - 22
Lights OutMovie · 2016 · 81m · HorrorRebecca confronts the unsettling events of her past, when her younger brother experienced terrifying phenomena that deeply affected her. To understand what happened, she must confront a supernatural presence linked to their deceased mother.Stream on - 23
PassengersMovie · 2016 · 116m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionA spaceship carrying thousands of colonists to a faraway planet experiences a problem with its hibernation pods. Unexpectedly, two passengers are awakened ninety years before their scheduled arrival.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
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GrimsbyMovie · 2016 · 83m · Action, ComedyA highly skilled MI6 assassin is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must go into hiding. He unexpectedly reconnects with his estranged brother, a former football hooligan, and together they must stop a dangerous scheme that threatens global security.Stream on - 25
DesiertoMovie · 2015 · 88m · Thriller, DramaA group of Mexican immigrants try to cross the border into the United States. Their hopeful journey quickly turns into a desperate struggle for survival when a violent vigilante with a rifle and his dog pursue them through the dangerous borderlands. Unarmed and lost in the harsh desert, the immigrants find themselves relentlessly hunted by the merciless killer, with nowhere left to hide.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2
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10 Cloverfield LaneMovie · 2016 · 104m · Thriller, Science Fiction, DramaFollowing a devastating car accident, a young woman awakens in a survivalist's underground bunker. He tells her he rescued her from a global attack that has rendered the surface world unsafe.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
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The Girl on the TrainMovie · 2016 · 112m · Crime, Mystery, ThrillerRecently divorced, Rachel Watson fills her daily train commute with daydreams about a picture-perfect couple living in a house she passes every day. Her routine is disrupted one morning when she witnesses something shocking at their home, drawing her into a perplexing mystery.Stream on - 28
SpectralMovie · 2016 · 109m · Science Fiction, Thriller, ActionA highly trained special forces unit is sent on a mission to combat supernatural creatures that have overrun a city in Europe.Stream on - 29
Pride and Prejudice and ZombiesMovie · 2016 · 108m · Romance, Horror, ComedyIn this new take on Jane Austen's story, a zombie outbreak disrupts 19th century England, focusing on the complicated relationships between people of different social standings. Elizabeth Bennet is a skilled martial artist and fighter, while Mr. Darcy is a highly effective zombie hunter, but remains stubbornly prejudiced. As the zombie threat grows, they must overcome their differences and work together to defeat the undead.Stream on - 30
SnowdenMovie · 2016 · 135m · Drama, History, CrimeEdward Snowden, a former CIA employee, provides journalists with access to a massive collection of classified government documents.Stream on - 31
Green RoomMovie · 2016 · 95m · Horror, Crime, ThrillerA punk rock band's lives change forever when they witness a violent incident at a skinhead bar, forcing them to fight for their own survival.Stream on - 32
The BenefactorMovie · 2015 · 90m · DramaA newly married couple finds their lives increasingly overshadowed by the intense attention of a wealthy, enigmatic philanthropist who becomes dangerously fixated on them.Stream onIMDb 5.2TMDB 4.9
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Midnight SpecialMovie · 2016 · 112m · Adventure, Drama, Science FictionWhen a father discovers his son has extraordinary abilities, they are forced to flee their home.Stream on - 34
The Nice GuysMovie · 2016 · 116m · Comedy, Crime, ActionIn 1970s Los Angeles, a private investigator examines the seemingly self-inflicted death of a declining adult film actress, and his investigation reveals a hidden plot.Stream on - 35
Hello, My Name Is DorisMovie · 2015 · 95m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceA woman in her sixties attends a self-help seminar that encourages her to pursue romance. Inspired, she begins to develop feelings for a younger colleague and actively pursues a romantic relationship with him.Stream on - 36
CriminalMovie · 2016 · 113m · Action, Crime, Science FictionCIA Agent Bill Pope is tasked with finding a mysterious hacker known as 'The Dutchman'. After being killed in action, an experimental procedure transfers Pope's memories into a dangerous ex-convict. Upon awakening with Pope's memories, the convict's mission becomes clear: eliminate The Dutchman before the hacker can launch ICBMs and trigger a global conflict.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
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Deepwater HorizonMovie · 2016 · 107m · Drama, ActionThe film is set aboard the Deepwater Horizon offshore drilling rig during the April 2010 explosion that resulted in the largest oil spill in U.S. history.Stream on - 38
Why Him?Movie · 2016 · 111m · ComedyA father develops a hostile rivalry with his daughter's new boyfriend, who comes from a wealthy family.Stream on - 39
The ShackMovie · 2017 · 132m · Drama, FamilyFollowing a profound loss, a man unexpectedly receives a private invitation to meet God at a secluded location known as 'The Shack'.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 7.5
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Bad MomsMovie · 2016 · 100m · ComedyThree mothers, feeling overwhelmed by their daily lives, decide to break free from their routines for a much-needed escape filled with laughter and carefree enjoyment.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.5
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Sausage PartyMovie · 2016 · 89m · Adventure, Animation, ComedyFrank, a hot dog, leads a team of grocery items on a journey to uncover the reality of their lives and what happens when they are selected to leave the store.Stream on - 42
Whiskey Tango FoxtrotMovie · 2016 · 112m · Comedy, Drama, WarIn 2002, cable news producer Kim Barker takes a risky assignment in Kabul, Afghanistan, disrupting her predictable American life. Thrust into a chaotic war zone, Barker finds unexpected support in Tanya Vanderpoel, a seasoned journalist who guides her. Navigating the complexities of militants, warlords, and the city's nightlife, Barker uncovers the essential elements for thriving as a correspondent.Stream on - 43
The BossMovie · 2016 · 91m · ComedyA powerful businesswoman goes to prison for insider trading. Upon her release, she aims to reinvent herself as a beloved American figure. However, those she harmed are unwilling to easily forgive her.Stream on - 44
RaceMovie · 2016 · 134m · Drama, HistoryThis film tells the story of Jesse Owens, an athlete striving to become the best in track and field. His pursuit of greatness leads him to the 1936 Olympics, where he competes against Adolf Hitler's belief in the superiority of the Aryan race.Stream on - 45
Maggie's PlanMovie · 2016 · 98m · Drama, Romance, ComedyMaggie's plans to become a single mother with a donor take an unexpected turn when she falls for John, a married professor. This sparks a difficult situation, as it threatens his turbulent marriage to the sharp and demanding Georgette. Three years later, Maggie is married to John and has a daughter, but she's lost love and is now faced with a dilemma: what happens when you realize your husband and his ex-wife might be better suited for each other?Stream on - 46
AlliedMovie · 2016 · 124m · Action, Drama, WarIn 1942, a British intelligence officer in North Africa meets a woman working with the French Resistance on a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. They are reunited in London, where the demands of wartime put their connection to the test.Stream on - 47
The ForestMovie · 2016 · 93m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryIn Japan's Aokigahara Forest, a location tragically known for suicides, a young American woman searches for her missing twin sister. The forest provides a haunting setting for her desperate quest.Stream on - 48
The AccountantMovie · 2016 · 128m · Crime, Thriller, DramaA brilliant mathematician hired to audit financial records finds himself targeted by the Treasury Department. As the investigation intensifies, a series of deaths begin to occur.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
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Patient ZeroMovie · 2018 · 87m · Horror, Thriller, ActionWhen a global pandemic transforms most of humanity into aggressive, infected creatures, Morgan emerges as a leader. He possesses a unique gift: he can understand the infected. Guiding the remaining survivors, Morgan embarks on a perilous quest to find the origin of the outbreak – patient zero – and a potential cure.Stream on - 50
The BronzeMovie · 2016 · 108m · Drama, ComedyHope Ann Greggory achieved national recognition in 2004 as part of the bronze medal-winning women's gymnastics team. Now, she remains in her hometown, feeling disillusioned and resentful. Trapped by her memories, Hope is forced to confront her present when a talented young gymnast emerges, challenging her long-held position as a local icon.Stream on - 51
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar ChildrenMovie · 2016 · 127m · Fantasy, Adventure, DramaA teenager is mysteriously transported to an island. There, he must help safeguard a group of orphaned children who possess extraordinary abilities from creatures that seek their destruction.Stream on - 52
Mike and Dave Need Wedding DatesMovie · 2016 · 98m · ComedyMike and Dave are wild brothers known for causing trouble at family events. When their sister Jeanie announces her Hawaiian wedding, their family insists they find suitable dates. They post a Craigslist ad and meet Tatiana and Alice, two women who appear perfectly normal. But once they arrive in Hawaii, Mike and Dave discover their dates are ready for anything.Stream on - 53
The BoyMovie · 2016 · 98m · Horror, Mystery, ThrillerAn American woman accepts a nanny position in a secluded English village and quickly realizes the family's eight-year-old son isn't a real child. He's a lifelike doll, and she's presented with a detailed set of rules governing his care.Stream on - 54
Central IntelligenceMovie · 2016 · 107m · Action, ComedyCalvin Joyner, a quiet accountant with a past he'd forgotten, re-establishes contact with a former classmate online. Their reunion sparks a surprising shift when Calvin is unexpectedly drawn into the high-stakes world of international spying.Stream on - 55
Money MonsterMovie · 2016 · 99m · Thriller, DramaFinancial television host Lee Gates and his producer Patty face a crisis when an angry investor seizes control of their studio.Stream on - 56
The WitchMovie · 2016 · 92m · Horror, Drama, MysteryIn 1630, a farmer moves his family to a secluded farm bordering a forest, where unsettling events begin to occur. As suspicion grows, the family's faith, loyalty, and love are severely tested by shocking circumstances.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0
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DemolitionMovie · 2016 · 101m · Comedy, DramaA deeply troubled investment banker finds a glimmer of hope in a woman he encounters.Stream on - 58
Free State of JonesMovie · 2016 · 140m · Action, Drama, HistoryIn 1863, Newt Knight, a Mississippi farmer, works as a medic for the Confederate Army. He opposes slavery and prefers tending to the wounded over fighting the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns to his family in Jones County, only to be accused of desertion. Forced to flee, he finds shelter with a community of escaped slaves in the swamps. He then joins forces with the slaves and local farmers, leading a rebellion that will have lasting consequences.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.8
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KeanuMovie · 2016 · 100m · Action, Comedy, CrimeA group of friends devise a plan to get their cat back, which has been taken by a street gang. Their scheme involves pretending to be drug dealers to infiltrate the gang and demand the cat's return.Stream on - 60
Shut InMovie · 2016 · 91m · Drama, ThrillerA widowed child psychologist lives a solitary life in rural New England. Trapped by a severe winter storm, she must find a way to rescue a young boy before he vanishes.Stream on - 61
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of BenghaziMovie · 2016 · 144m · War, Action, HistoryDuring a violent attack on a U.S. compound in Libya, an American Ambassador is killed. A security team is left trying to understand the unfolding chaos.Stream on
