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25 Underrated Films from the 2000s

25 titles

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  1. 1Rachel Getting MarriedMovie · 2008 · 113m · Drama, RomanceAfter a decade of struggles with addiction and multiple rehab stays, a young woman returns home for the weekend to attend her sister's wedding.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
  2. 2The FallMovie · 2006 · 119m · Adventure, Fantasy, DramaIn a 1920s Los Angeles hospital, an injured stuntman recounts a fantastical story of five mythical heroes to a young girl recovering from a broken arm. As the story unfolds, the stuntman's fractured state of mind intertwines with the girl's vivid imagination, blurring the boundaries between what is real and what is imagined.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6
  3. 3AmélieMovie · 2001 · 122m · Comedy, RomanceIn a small café in Paris, the sweet but shy Amélie discovers she finds joy in secretly helping people. She dedicates herself to matchmaking, offering small acts of kindness, and generally improving the lives around her. However, her world shifts when she meets a charming stranger, forcing her to consider if she’s ready to pursue her own happiness and find love.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9
  4. 4About SchmidtMovie · 2002 · 125m · Drama, ComedyA man who recently retired travels to his daughter's wedding, a trip that unexpectedly reveals new perspectives on his life and the world around him.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  5. 5The AviatorMovie · 2004 · 170m · DramaThis film chronicles the life of Howard Hughes from 1927 to 1947. It follows his rise to prominence as a successful film producer and aviation innovator, alongside the increasing effects of severe obsessive-compulsive disorder on his mental state.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  6. 6SidewaysMovie · 2004 · 127m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceTwo men in their middle years take a spiritual trip through California's wine country. One is an unpublished novelist battling depression, while the other is about to get married.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
  7. 7SlasherMovie · 2004 · 85mThis documentary profiles a used car salesman known for his unconventional methods. He consistently persuades customers to purchase vehicles deemed unsellable by others.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5
  8. 8American SplendorMovie · 2003 · 101m · Comedy, DramaThis film blends fact and fiction to explore the life of Harvey Pekar, the relatable everyman who became a comic book hero.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2
  9. 9You Can Count on MeMovie · 2000 · 111m · DramaA single mother's life is disrupted when her younger brother, who has been largely absent, unexpectedly returns home.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 6.8
  10. 10IdiocracyMovie · 2006 · 84m · Comedy, Science Fiction, AdventureThe Pentagon tests its top-secret Human Hibernation Project by sending two unremarkable Americans – an Army private and a sex worker – to the year 2505 after a series of strange occurrences. Upon arrival, they discover a society that has become remarkably unintelligent, making them the most intelligent people alive.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4
  11. 11Far from HeavenMovie · 2002 · 107m · Drama, RomanceIn 1950s Connecticut, a woman's life is disrupted by problems at home and growing racial conflict in the community.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0
  12. 12The Fog of WarMovie · 2003 · 107m · Documentary, TV Movie, HistoryThe Fog of War uses archival footage, recordings of government meetings, and an interview with 85-year-old Robert McNamara to chronicle his life. It follows his journey from a promising young military officer during World War II, to president of Ford Motor Company, and finally to his role as U.S. Secretary of Defense under Presidents Kennedy and Johnson, where he oversaw the Vietnam War.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7
  13. 13Big FanMovie · 2009 · 91m · Comedy, DramaPaul Aufiero, a 35-year-old parking garage attendant from Staten Island and devoted New York Giants fan, and his best friend Sal see Giants player Quantrell Bishop at a gas station and follow him. Later, at a strip club, Paul cautiously approaches Bishop, but the encounter dramatically changes Paul's life.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0
  14. 14Gosford ParkMovie · 2001 · 137m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerIn 1930s England, a collection of wealthy and celebrated individuals retreats to a hunting resort for a relaxing weekend. However, when a murder takes place, the close-knit group finds themselves all under suspicion.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8
  15. 15Owning MahownyMovie · 2003 · 104m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerDan Mahowny was a promising young professional at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. At twenty-four, he was an assistant manager at a prominent branch in downtown Toronto. Colleagues considered him a dedicated worker, customers found him sharp and helpful, and friends knew him as a quiet, humorous guy who enjoyed sports. His girlfriend saw a shy but charming side. However, none of them knew the truth: Dan Mahowny was secretly orchestrating the largest single-person bank fraud in Canadian history, stealing over $10 million in eighteen months to fund his gambling addiction.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  16. 16State and MainMovie · 2000 · 106m · Comedy, DramaA film crew arrives in a quiet town where the locals eagerly trade their principles for the allure of Hollywood fame.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2
  17. 17DogvilleMovie · 2003 · 178m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerFleeing a dangerous mob, a woman finds refuge in a quiet Colorado town. She's offered work in exchange for sanctuary, but when a search party arrives, she discovers the community's kindness comes with a hidden cost.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8
  18. 18Shaun of the DeadMovie · 2004 · 99m · Horror, ComedyShaun enjoys a quiet life centered on his girlfriend, his mother, and his local pub. This peaceful existence is disrupted when the dead begin rising and aggressively seek out living people in London.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  19. 19The 40 Year Old VirginMovie · 2005 · 116m · Comedy, RomanceAndy Stitzer leads a comfortable life with a good apartment and a job processing invoices at an electronics store. However, at 40, he's still a virgin, a fact that deeply embarrasses his male coworkers. They become determined to help him lose his virginity. Their efforts appear futile until Andy meets Trish, a single mother who owns a small business.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.4
  20. 20Under the SandMovie · 2001 · 96m · Drama, MysteryA professor's world unravels when her husband vanishes at the beach. As the days pass without news, she struggles to accept the truth, and her denial slowly gives way to unsettling delusions.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  21. 21Minority ReportMovie · 2002 · 145m · Science Fiction, Action, ThrillerIn the near future, police use advanced technology to predict crimes before they happen. John Anderton is a leading officer in this 'Precrime' division. However, his life is turned upside down when a fellow investigator frames him for murder, making him the target of a city-wide manhunt.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4
  22. 22Friday NightMovie · 2002 · 86m · Drama, RomanceThe night before moving in with her boyfriend, a young woman in Paris picks up a male hitchhiker, and their encounter takes a powerfully sensual turn.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0
  23. 23BrickMovie · 2006 · 110m · Drama, MysteryA solitary teenager infiltrates a high school criminal organization to uncover the truth behind his ex-girlfriend's vanishing.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8
  24. 24A Prairie Home CompanionMovie · 2006 · 105m · Drama, Comedy, MusicThis film offers a glimpse behind the scenes during the final broadcast of America's most beloved radio program. It follows the interactions of the performers – including singing cowboys Dusty and Lefty, a popular country music singer, and the show's host.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3
  25. 25In the LoopMovie · 2009 · 106m · ComedyThe US President and the UK Prime Minister are preparing to initiate a war in the Middle East. However, within their governments, officials and advisors are deeply divided, with some advocating for the conflict and others working to prevent it.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0