“I had to buy a new DVD because the first one I had got worn out from being watched so much.”
We all love finding new movies, but sometimes, when we’re feeling a bit low, we chuck on those films that are safe and comforting for us.
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
So, here are 26 people’s comfort movies that will always cheer them up:
1.
Matilda
Sony Pictures Releasing
“I watched it repeatedly, it’s apparently common that it’s a comfort film for those that have suffered emotional abuse in childhood. I didn’t realise how much I related to the character until adulthood but it definitely helped me.”
2.
Annie
Columbia Pictures
“It was always my go-to when I was a kid. Now when I watch it I can quote it verbatim and I love singing along.”
3.
Footloose (1984)
Paramount Pictures
“It never gets old for me, it always makes me smile and gives me that warm fuzzy feeling.”
5.
Julie & Julia
Sony Pictures Releasing
“Meryl Streep is adorable as Julia Child and I love seeing all that getting made.”
6.
The Princess Diaries
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
“Comfort movies are a necessity for me. I just put on The Princess Diaries because I needed to unwind.”
7.
Stardust
Paramount Pictures
“It’s my go-to. Has gotten me through many a dark night.”
8.
The Princess Bride
20th Century Fox
“It’s gotta be The Princess Bride surely? The absolute best feel-good film ever.”
9.
Tangled
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
“I’ve loved it since I was a kid and it never fails to make me feel better.”
10.
Cheaper By the Dozen 2
20th Century Fox
“I don’t even care – my #1 will always be this film.”
11.
The Simpsons Movie
20th Century Fox
“I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve seen it, but I can quote the movie and I still laugh at the same jokes.”
12.
The Royal Tenenbaums
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
“Just the opening credits are the perfect background snuggled-in movie feeling.”
13.
Avengers: Endgame
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
“It’s pure escapism. I can just switch off and let the chaos unfold. It doesn’t matter how many times I watch it, it always just takes me away, and it’s such a spectacle.”
14.
The Sound of Music
20th Century Fox
“I had to buy a new DVD because the first one I had got worn out from being watched so much.”
15.
IT (2017)
Warner Bros. Pictures
“Even though it’s a horror movie it’s not scary at all and it’s fun to watch whenever I’m bored. Another reason it’s my comfort movie is because of the lack of second-hand embarrassment, which is a big problem for me when watching movies. Call having IT as my comfort movie weird, I don’t care. I love it.”
17.
The Lord of the Rings
New Line Cinema
18.
The Mummy and The Mummy Returns
Universal Pictures
“They are definitely my comfort films, they’re just so stupid and fun!”
19.
Pride & Prejudice (2005)
Universal Pictures
“So many great moments but that scene where they are dancing and it falls away to just the two of them is absolute perfection!”
20.
School of Rock
Paramount Pictures
“It’s physically impossible for me to watch this movie without quoting it word for word. It will never fail to cheer me up. Simply iconic.”
21.
The Emperor’s New Groove
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
“I loooooove this movie. Whenever I go to see my family, my cousins and I always watch it together between my arrival and departure.”
22.
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga
Netflix
“I have mixed feelings about Will Ferrell movies, but I loved Eurovision. It’s hilarious, sweet, and has some interesting insights into Icelandic culture. The development of all the characters is actually pretty nice. When I’m working on things or in a grumpy mood, I put it on.”
24.
Young Frankenstein
20th Century Studios
26.
Mrs Doubtfire
20th Century Studios
“I watch it when I am looking for a feel-good movie and need one that will hit the spot. It’s a guaranteed fun couple of hours, whatever mood you’re in. Plus it’s hilarious.”
What’s your go-to comfort movie? Let us know in the comments below!
Editor’s Note: Some submissions have been edited for length and/or clarity.