110x The best Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving movies on Netflix

You’ve eaten your Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving dinner and have watched the Macy Parade… so, what now? You could play some fun games, but you could also opt for watching some cosy Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving movies on the couch with your loved ones. But… what movie should you pick? We’re here to help you!

We’ve picked out 110 movies on Netflix for you to enjoy: some of them are Thanksgiving or Christmas themed, others are blockbusters you’ll enjoy with the entire family. The Holiday, Beethoven, Holidate, Thunder Force and so many more!

And many others great holiday classics are waiting for you in our listicle. Get cozy now! You’ll need some time because there are 110 best thanksgiving Movies on Netflix! Ready, set go… Goooooooooo!!! 😉 We hope you liked our selection of best Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving movies on Netflix.

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The best Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving movies on Netflix

• The Holiday

This actually is one of my favorite holiday movies! What’s the Holiday about? Two women troubled with guy-problems swap homes at Christmas where they each meet a local guy and fall in love.

• Home Alone

Well, you can’t really beat Home Alone, can you? This classic is about Kevin, a young little boy who ends up being left home alone during the holidays. But… what will he do when two burglars try and break into his house? This comedy is great to watch with the entire family.

• Elf

This comedic gem follows Buddy, Santa Clause’ favorite elf who soon learns that there is more to being an elf than just hanging out at the north pole. This movie will have you laughing your socks off in no time with its hilarious

• Three Men and a Baby

Have you heard about this baby yet? It’s a really great movie. Three Men and a baby is a movie about three friends who live together, and one of them is a bachelor. And… surprise! One day they find an abandoned baby in the hallway of their building. They name him “Baby” (he’s roughly three months old) and take care of him while trying to figure out what happened to his mom. We won’t spoil anything for you but this movie is a must-watch during the holidays!

• Three Men and a Little Lady

Well, if you enjoyed watching Three Men and a Baby then we have some great news for you! There’s more where that came from. In fact… there are three of them on Netflix right now: Three Men and a little lady, Fathers’ Day and Three Men and a Bride, all starring the same three men!

• Love Actually

There are so many great movies to watch on Thanksgiving… but Love actually is definitely one of our favorites. It’s about eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London.

• A Very Murray christmas

A very Murray Christmas is special. It stars Bill Murray, who is the producer of this Netflix original movie. A Very Murray Christmas is about a TV show that’s being broadcast live but something goes wrong with one of the singers! And then it gets even worse when all flights are cancelled during a snow storm in New York City… Can he save his special holiday music show? Watch A Very Murray Christmas now on Netflix!

• Shrek the Halls

This is a great one, for kids and adults alike. Shrek the halls is about all of your favorite characters from the popular movie series coming together to celebrate christmas in their own way… but it’s not quite what they expected when they agree to share with Donkey…

• Mr. Bean’s Holiday

Yet another classic! Mr. Bean’s Holiday is about Mr. Bean going on holiday with his girlfriend to a French beach resort, but her obnoxious parents are there as well! Things get even worse when Mr.Bean accidentally destroys the prize exhibit at a local funfair and gets mistaken for an art thief…

• Jingle all the way

Ah yes Jingle all the Way – the movie about a dad who just can’t find that one perfect Christmas present for his son. So, he decides to go and buy it… the only problem is – there’s a huge crowd of people trying to get their hands on this same toy! Will he make it home in time?

• The Holiday Calendar

And we’re back with another movie about Christmas! In The Holiday Calendar we have a photographer who is struggling to make ends meet… until she finds an antique advent calendar with the ability to predict the future. And so, things get more complicated when she starts following its instructions and meets a handsome single father in need of some holiday magic!

• Snowmageddon

Is there anything better than sitting at home on your couch with a big bowl of popcorn and watching movies on Netflix? If your answer is no, then we have the perfect movie for you: Snowmageddon!

It’s about two strangers who meet during an epic snowstorm in New York City (and one of them brings along his cute dog) – what could go wrong?! They start to realize that they might like each other more than just friends…

• My Life as a turkey

Do you want to watch My life as a Turkey on Netflix. It’s about an orphaned baby turkey who is adopted by the owner of his local pet store and decides that he wants one thing for Thanksgiving – not to be eaten! Will it work? You ‘ll have to watch and find out for yourself!

• The Willoughbys

Have you heard of The Willoughbys? It’s a fantastic movie about four terrible children who treat their parents with complete disrespect and don’t care at all about the feelings of those around them. When they’re left broke after losing everything, what will happen? You’ll have to watch The Willoughbys now on Netflix!

• The Big Sick

We’ve got another great one for you! In The Big Sick we have a comedian who falls in love with his girlfriend’s parents… but things take an unexpected turn when she gets sick and is put into a coma. Will he be able to handle the situation?

• Beethoven

This is an American comedy/family film which follows the adventures of a St Bernard named after Ludwig van Beethoven owned by the Newton family; George, Alice , their children Sara Clifford and their dog Eddie .

• Grand Daddy Daycare

Grand Daddy Daycare is a movie about Charlie, an old man whose wife has just left him. But what happens when he finds himself in charge of looking after some infants?

• The Good Dinosaur

Another great movie for kids is The Good Dinosaur. Kids love dinosaurs right? And this one’s about a boy and his pet dinosaur – what more could you want?!

• Hocus Pocus

And last but not least, Hocus Pocus! This one is about three witches who are resurrected in Salem Massachusetts 300 years after their death on Halloween night. They seek out the town’s children to absorb their life force so that they can remain young and beautiful forever…

• Home

Have you seen ‘Home’ yet? This great movie is about a girl named Tip who is forced to go on the run when her alien race decides to take over Earth. She’s helped by one of them, an outcast that she names “Sprinkles” – and together they must find some more aliens before it’s too late!

• Olympus has Fallen

Speaking of action movies, have you seen Olympus has Fallen? It’s about a former presidential guard who is framed for an assassination attempt on the President. When he escapes from prison to clear his name – things are even worse than they first appeared! Will Mike be able to save the day?!

• Klaus

Klaus is a great movie! A simple act of kindness may result in another, even if it happens thousands or millions of miles away. When Smeerensburg’s new postman, Jesper, meets toymaker Klaus, their presents melt an ancient rivalry and bring a sleighful of Christmas traditions.

• Pete’s Dragon

Another great family film to watch with your kids! In Pete’s Dragon we have a boy named Pete who lives in the forest with his best friend – an actual dragon! When a forest ranger finds them – will things go well?

• Holidate

This is one of the newest movies on Netflix. The Holidate: what if you don’t have a date during the Holidays? You make a pact with a stranger you meet in the mall: let’s be each other dates! Will it work out? Watch now on Netflix!

• A Christmas Prince

This one ‘s about a journalist who goes undercover to get the scoop on a playboy prince – but she starts falling for him instead. Will it all end happily ever after? Watch A Christmas Prince now on Netflix!

• The Christmas Chronicles

One more for your list – The Christmas Chronicle. We all love Chrismas movies right? This one is about two siblings who want to catch Santa Claus on camera. Will they? You’ll have to watch The Christmas Chronicles now!

• The Holiday Calendar

This is another great family film; the story of a girl whose grandmother passes away and in her will she leaves an advent calendar that holds more than just chocolate treats – it also holds clues to a mystery.

• A Christmas Prince

The Royal Wedding I don’t know if you’ve heard yet but A Christmas Prince has just come out with another sequel – A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding! It’s about the same girl from the first movie who is now engaged and planning her wedding day – will everything go well?

• Thunder Force

Thunder Force movie is about a group of soldiers who are fighting to protect Earth from an invasion by space aliens. Will they succeed? Watch now on Netflix!

• Holiday Rush

You probably haven’t seen this one yet. Holiday Rush is about a woman who wishes to spend more time with her family, but then she’s forced into the world of retail and somehow winds up working for Santa! Will things turn out well? Watch now on Netflix!

• Stardust

This is one of the best movies on Netflix! Stardust follows a young man who ventures out to find his true love – but instead finds himself in an epic adventure with lots of twists and turns. Will he succeed?

• Happy Christmas

And last but not least, Happy Christmas ! This movie stars Anna Kendrick as Jenny who moves in with her brother-in-law during the Holidays. It’s about time she pulls it together and actually makes something of herself – but will everything go well?

• Hugo

Hugo is one of the best movies on Netflix! This movie follows a young orphan who lives in the walls of a train station in Paris. He finds himself caught between his father’s obsession with an automaton and Isabelle, whose father may have killed Hugo’s dad… This movie got an 7.5 on IMDB, so you know it’s good!

• Yes Day

Yes Day is all about celebrating your inner child! This great family film follows a couple who are trying to get their daughter into the Yes Day spirit – but they may need some help from someone else along the way.

• Otherhood

This one is about three moms who find themselves back in the dating pool after their kids left for college – but will things turn out well?

• Jingle Jangle

Jingle Jangle is all about a girl who spends time at her grandma’s house during the holidays – but when she finds out something shocking, will it change everything for her?

• Holidaze

Holidaze follows two friends who go on holiday to distract themselves from their own problems that they’re facing back home. Will things Will their holiday be relaxing?

• A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding

A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding. This movie is about a prince who finds himself in love with the girl he’s supposed to marry – so what happens when his heart says no and her mind says yes?

• The Dig

The Dig is all about a man who finds himself on the wrong end of some criminals after he discovers an ancient relic – but will his friends be able to save him?

• Christmas Wedding Planner

TheChristmas Wedding Planner. This movie follows a wedding planner as she tries to get everything together before the big day… Suddenly, the ex of her bride to be shows up! Will she succeed?

• The Princess Switch

This movie stars Vanessa Hudgens as Stacy, a baker who finds herself in the holiday spirit. She goes to make her wedding cake for two very different couples – will everything go well?

• A Miracle on Christmas Lake

Miracle on Christmas Lake is all about siblings whose father takes them out to their family cabin for the holidays – but when they find out that it’s been sold, will they give up hope?

• My Fair Lady

My Fair Lady is all about a woman who finds herself in the company of an aristocrat and his son – but what happens when she starts to fall for him?

• A Christmas Cruise

This movie stars Vanessa Hudgens as a woman who works in PR and is trying to help her boss get back on board with the holiday spirit. Unfortunately, she’s about to find out that his company isn’t what it seems! Will things go well?

• The Croods

The Croods is a very funny animation movie, but it’s not just for kids! This movie follows a family of cave people who are forced to leave their home behind after it gets destroyed by an earthquake. Will they find another place to live?

• The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society is about the things that happen after World War II. It’s all about a woman who forms an unexpected bond with some people from an island – but will everything turn out okay?

• Falling inn Love

When city girl Gabriela decides to enter a competition and win a rustic New Zealand inn on the spur of the moment, she joins forces with kind-hearted contractor Jake Taylor to restore and remodel it.The Mitchells VS The Machines

• Christmas Inheritance

Christmas Inheritance is all about the daughter of a business man who owns a gifting company – but when he retires, will she be able to lead the company? She has to prove herself!

• Operation Christmas drop

Operation Christmas drop follows a group of people who are trying to get Santa’s sleigh into the air for an early delivery – but when they’re grounded, will everything go well?

• Holiday in the Wild

Holiday in the Wild is about a woman who tries to find herself after a divorce. She had just booked a second honeymoon to an elephant sanctuary in Africa, but has to go anyway. Will she find herself?

• Snow Day

Snow Day is a hilarious comedy about family who have to deal with the snow storm that has just hit their city, leaving them stuck at home.

• Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker

Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker follows a group of kid dancers (by Debbie Alan) who are trying to prepare their own performance of The Nutcracker Ballet.

• Always be my Maybe

Always be my Maybe is a romantic comedy that follows Sasha, a celebrity chef who gets back together with her first love – but does she want to get more serious?

• Oh, Hello on Broadway

Oh, Hello on Broadway is a comedy about two friends who try to get tickets for their favorite play. When they can’t find them anywhere else though, will everything turn out okay?

• Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square

Dolly Parton’s Christmas on the Square follows a small town about to lose their square – until they turn it into a holiday festival! This is a musical with some great songs in it. Also, Dolly has a role in this musical as a beggar (with a little extra sass, as we all know her).

• Dolly Parton’s Heart strings

Dolly Parton’s most famous tunes are performed in eight parts in 8 different episodes.

• Love Hard

Love Hard is a new movie on Netflix. An LA woman, ill-fated in love, falls for an East Coast guy on a dating app and decides to surprise him for the holidays. She has been catfished when she discovers this. This amusing romantic comedy details her quest to win back his affection.

• Crazy Stupid Love

The life of a middle-aged husband is transformed dramatically when his wife asks for a divorce. He tries to recover his manhood with the help of a new friend, Jacob, and learns how to pick up women at bars.

• Christmas Flow

Christmas Flow follows a family who is having to deal with their father becoming ill – but when his illness gets worse, will they be able to get the help that he needs?

• Eat, Pray, Love

Eat, Pray, Love is the story of a woman who goes on an adventure to find herself after her divorce. She is trying to find love and something new in her life, but will it happen?

• Julie & Julia

Julie & Julia follows a woman who is trying to escape her boring life- but when she decides to make all the recipes in Julia Child’s book, things start to change in her life.

• Catch me if you can

Frank is a young man who has passed as a doctor, lawyer, and pilot after just turning 21. FBI agent Carl is obsessed with finding the swindler, who simply enjoys being hunted.

• the Intern

the Intern follows a 70-year old intern who is looking for work after retiring from his job. He starts working at the same company as the founder’s wife, and a beautiful friendship awakens when they get together!

• Bridget Jones’s Baby

Bridget Jones’s Baby follows Bridget, who is trying to find if her baby daddy is actually the man of her dreams. Through a few mishaps and twists in this romantic comedy, will she get everything that she wants out of life?

• The Wolf of Wall street

The Wolf of Wall Street follows Jordan, a man who loves the high life – but what happens when he is caught for his crimes?

• La Grande Bellezza

Jep Gambardella has seduced his way through the lavish nightlife of Rome for decades, but after his 65th birthday and a shock from the past, Jep looks past the nightclubs and parties to find a timeless landscape of absurd, exquisite beauty.

• He’s just not that into you

Is He Just Not Into You is a 2009 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Ken Kwapis, based on Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo’s 2004 self-help book of the same name. Its plot follows nine individuals as they struggle with their love lives. Gigi, a common element among the characters, is followed. The ensemble cast includes Ben Affleck, Jennifer Aniston, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Connelly, Kevin Connolly, Bradley Cooper, Ginnifer Goodwin, Scarlett Johansson, Kris Kristofferson, and Justin Long. The film was produced by New Line Cinema and Flower Films (the production company owned by Barrymore).

• The Great Gatsby

Nick, a writer and Wall Street trader, is pulled to his millionaire neighbor Jay Gatsby’s lifestyle and history.

• Forrest Gump

Forrest Gump is a young man who has quite the imagination, but he also possesses the ability to run very fast. His love for Jenny brings him across many events in his lifetime – will it all work out?

• The Bourne Identity

Jason Bourne has lost his memory, but is trying to find out who he really is. There are several people after him, and as he tries to escape them – the truth comes out about what happened in his past life.

• The Shawshank Redemption

Andy is sent to prison for life without parole, but there’s one thing he knows: hope. He will do anything necessary in order to get out of this place and live his life again!

• Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them follows Newt Scamander, a young wizard who is trying to track down the fantastic beasts that he’s captured in his bag. He ends up journeying through New York City with several creatures escaping – but will they make it?

• Atonement

Atonement follows Briony, a young girl who is trying to change the past about her sister and lover. She changes their lives forever – but will she live with herself?

• Chocolat

Chocolat follows Vianne, a mother who moves to a small French town in the 1940s with her daughter. She opens up a chocolate shop – but there is more than meets the eye when she starts changing lives for everyone!

• Me before you

Louisa Clark is an ordinary girl who has taken a job as a caregiver for Will Traynor, a young man left disabled after an accident. They soon form the best friendship and relationship – but will it last?

• Jumanji

A young teenage boy is transported into the jungle world of Jumanji. He must fight to survive in this brand new life and return home!

• Jurassic Park

Jurassic Park follows the story of a group of scientists who are visiting an island to check out on some dinosaurs. They soon realize that they are in for more than what they bargained for!

• Goodfellas

Goodfellas follows the story of Henry Hill, a man who has to choose between his family and friends or staying in line with what he knows is right. This gangster classic will keep you on your toes!

• The Departed

The Departed follows Frank Costello, an Irish mob boss based in South Boston – but two men from opposite sides of the law are trying to take him down: Billy Costigan and Colin Sullivan. This intense thriller will keep you on your toes!

• The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

Bilbo Baggins is on an adventure with 13 dwarves to take back their homeland – but they are being pursued by the evil dragon, Smaug. Will Bilbo be able to stop him?

• Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

The Fellowship of the Ring has been broken and Frodo and Sam are trying to continue their journey. Meanwhile, Gollum wants them as well – but will anyone get through alive?

• Lord of the Rings: The fellowship of the ring

Frodo Baggins is on a journey to destroy the ring in order to save Middle Earth. He’s being followed by one of Sauron’s most elite assassins – but can they unlock their true power?

• The Hobbit: The Battle Of Five Armies

Bilbo has finally managed to get rid of Smaug, but now the dwarves want to take their home back. They journey through the battle of five armies, but will they make it out alive?

• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie Bucket is invited by Willy Wonka to his chocolate factory – but there are a few rules. Charlie must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and no stealing of any kind!

• Pitch Perfect

Pitch Perfect follows the story of Beca, a freshman at Barden University who is trying to find her place in life. She starts off as an outcast – but with the all-female acapella group, The Bellas – she finds herself!

• The Hunger Games: Mockingjay

Katniss Everdeen has finally been freed from the Capital, but now she’s trying to save Peeta. Alongside her friends and Primrose – they must fight for their lives in order to escape!

• The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

Katniss Everdeen has just won a victory against President Snow – but that doesn’t mean life is going back to normal

• Twilight

Bella Swan is trying to survive in the world of vampires and werewolves. She’s caught between two supernatural beings – her boyfriend, Edward Cullen, and best friend, Jacob Black!

• Mean Girls

Cady Heron has moved from Africa to North America where she starts off as an outcast – but soon becomes popular because of her new looks. However, she soon realizes that it’s easier to fit in than stay true to yourself!

• The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

Four best friends are spending their first summer apart – but they have a magical pair of jeans that can travel with them no matter where they go! They learn what friendship really means as life starts to get in the way.

• The Parent Trap

When twins who were separated at birth meet, they must try their hardest to con each other’s parents into believing that they are cousins! The parent trap will keep you on your toes as it takes a turn for the worst when one of them falls in love with someone else!

• Shrek

There are a couple of Shrek movies and I love all of them! Shrek is a lovable ogre who finds himself in the middle of changing his world. This classic animation will keep you on your toes!

• Tudo bem No Natal Que Vem (Just another Christmas)

Jorge has a weird condition that makes him forget everyday in his life, except Christmas day. On Christmas Eve, a guy named Jorge who was born on Christmas and despises celebrating it rises to prepare for the coming holiday. His grandfather-in-law, Vô Nhanhão, has not talked for many years. But he tells the man that he will learn the true meaning of Christmas.Jorge is woken up the next morning by his wife, Laura, who tells him to put on Santa clothes and go to the roof. Jorge falls off the roof by accident, knocking himself unconscious.

Jorge is confused on Christmas Eve in 2011, having acquired a new automobile, gotten a recently-promoted job, and begun smoking again without remembering the previous year. In the second term, as in the previous year, Jorge experiences similar incidents, such as Leo asking for money, Luana bringing her new lover to dinner, and Tio Victor being upset at the table and fleeing with the turkey dinner.

This is a lovely movie, not cliché at all!

• When Harry Met Sally…

This romantic comedy follows the story of Harry and Sally – best friends for years, but nothing more. They must learn to accept that they are more than just friends if they want their relationship to work out!

• Our Souls at night

Our Souls at night is about two older people who are spending the rest of their lives together. They both learn to accept that they’re not young anymore – but there’s still a spark left in them!

• Victoria & Abdul

Victoria & Abdul follows the story of Queen Victoria who is deciding to break her routine and explore new things. She starts off by inviting an Indian man, Abdul Karim over for tea – but soon they form a bond like no other!

• Enola Holmes

Enola Holmes is a teenage girl who has been living on her own for years. One day, she discovers that her mother had three other children – and one of them disappeared! She must learn to work as a team with both Sherlock and Mycroft if they want to find their brother!

• The Grinch stole christmas

The Grinch is a lovable creature who lives alone – until Max comes to stay! He tries his hardest to ruin Christmas for the family, but soon he starts seeing things in a different light. The Grinch will have you smiling from ear-to-ear with some of its awesome animations and music!

• Clueless

Clueless follows the story of Cher, a high-school girl who is trying to fit in with her top notch friends and still stand out at the same time. She’s got some great ideas and advice on what it means to be popular – but she soon learns that life isn’t all about looks!

• Sully

Sully is a movie all about heroics! Captain Chelsey Sullenberg has just successfully landed his plane on the Hudson River – but soon, everyone will realize that he’s not such an ordinary man. He learns to accept the praise and learn from this one chance in life-changing event !

• The Da Vinci code

This action-packed movie follows the story of Robert Langdon who is trying to save a woman kidnapped by a religious fanatic. They must learn to work together if they want to understand all of the clues before time runs out!

• A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

Charlie Brown has just come back from summer camp – but now he’s too old for all of the activities that he used to do before! He tries his best with all of his friends, but nothing seems to work out. This heartwarming animation will make you want to cheer for Charlie Brown in no time at all !

• A Christmas Carol

Charles Dickens’ classic tale about a grumpy old man who must learn the meaning behind Christmas is still a classic after all of these years. This animated masterpiece will keep you on the edge of your seat with its intense plot!

• The Polar Express

When one boy starts to lose faith in Santa Clause, he learns that there’s no better time than Christmas Eve to get back up and believe again! The Polar Express follows this young boy’s journey to the North Pole – and it’ll be a trip that he won’t forget!

• Paddington

Paddington Bear is a lovable character you’ll love as soon as you meet him! He’s come all the way from Peru to find his aunt and uncle – but he doesn’t know how to speak English or what life in London will be like. Paddington has some great adventures, and this movie follows them one by one!

• Christmas with the Cranks

Christmas with the Cranks is a movie about a family who cannot seem to get along. They used to all be close, but now they’re distant from each other and not even trying anymore! The youngest daughter may have found someone new in her life – but will this happy ending really come true?

• No Country for old men:

the movie No Country for Old Men is also yet another favorite of mine , and is based on a novel by Cormac McCarthy. The movie tells the story of Llewelyn Moss who finds two million dollars in cash out in the desert, but soon learns that there are people after him for this money.No Country For Old Men will have you at the edge of your seat until its intense finale!

• Angels & Demons

Angels and Demons follows the story of Robert Langdon who is trying to solve a mystery about some stolen anti-matter from CERN. Angels & Demons will have you on the edge of your seat with its heartpounding plot!

• Dumplin’

Dumplin’ is a great coming-of-age story about Willowdean, the daughter of a former beauty queen. She decides to enter into her mother’s pageant as an act of rebellion instead! Dumplin’ will show you that it takes everyone different kinds of courage and strength to do something they believe in.

• The Lost World

The Lost World follows the story of Dr. Ian Malcolm who is trying to survive on an island with dinosaurs once more! This science fiction action film will have you at the edge of your seat, and it’s one that everyone should watch!

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