33 Best Feel Good Movies That Are Guaranteed to Put a Huge Smile on Your Face
Break out the popcorn and get ready to laugh!
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When life hands you lemons, some people might tell you to make lemonade. We suggest tossing the lemons aside, grabbing the remote, and snuggling up on the couch for happy movie marathon! You can deal with those metaphorical fruits later—after you've watched a few of the best feel-good movies you’ll be prepared to take on whatever the day throws at you.
The moment you press play on one of these happy films, you'll feel your spirits start to lift. From inspiring true stories like The Blind Side to funny kids' movies like Frozen and romantic comedy movies like Bridesmaids, there's something for everyone in your family on this list of mood-boosting movies.
The dynamic and lovable characters in these films will make you laugh, cry, and begin to forget about whatever it was that brought you down in the first place—kind of like a best friend, except they're on your TV. (Of course, these feel-good films are even better when enjoyed with company!) Take your pick from the 33 happiest movies we could find and prepare to feel good long after the credits roll.
The title of this feel-good film says it all. Prepare to be inspired to chase your dreams!
The Emotions of an 11-year-old girl— Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness—come to life in this charming cartoon about the imaginary world inside everyone's head.
Anyone with a meddling mom will relate to this movie about what happens when a mother tries to get involved in her daughter's dating life. Naturally, the outcome is hilarious—and very heartwarming.
It's impossible not to feel inspired by the childlike optimism that guides Forrest through his life. Plus, you'll enjoy plenty of laughs along the way!
This outrageous, star-studded comedy will have you singing in the shower for days after the credits roll.
Matilda is an ordinary girl with a fairy-tale talent, and her exciting adventures teach a powerful lesson.
This hilarious rom-com shows what happens when a man fakes a family to avoid commitment—but ends up finding true love anyway.
Adults and kids alike will fall in love with this coming-of-age tale about a young teenager who learns the hard way what it's really like to grow up.
Officer Judy Hopps is determined to crack a case in the all-animal city of Zootopia—even if it means partnering with a sly criminal.
Whether you're gearing up for the holidays or relaxing on summer vacation, there's never a bad time to watch this charming classic.
What do you get when you put Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, and Maya Rudolph in one movie? More laughs than your abs can handle.
Revisit your teenage years and watch this John Hughes film while playing hooky from work. Just make sure your boss doesn't catch you!
Real-life stories of sports heroes always leave you feeling like you can accomplish anything, and The Blind Side is no exception.
There's a reason kids and adults are equally obsessed with this Disney cartoon. Make like Elsa and "let it go!"
Reuben has always played it safe—until Polly came along. Prepare to LOL as you watch him try to keep up with her crazy antics!
An eccentric father poses as Mrs. Doubtfire, a beloved British nanny, for a chance to spend more time with his kids. His plan ultimately gets derailed—but maybe it's for the best.
Double the daughters, double the smiles. Find out what happens when identical twins switch places and trick their parents.
This movie is the one that you want! Every line and lyric in this 1978 classic is more quotable than the next—so prepare to sing along.
WALL-E, short for Waste Allocation Load Lifter Earth-class, is the last robot left on the planet. That is, until he meets EVE—and his whole life changes.
Leave it to a couple of lonely divorce attorneys to figure out a systematic way to pick up women at weddings. They have it down to a science—until they actually fall in love.
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