20 Best Movies on Netflix 2026
Need your next Netflix pick? Explore 20 comedy, crime, drama, thriller, and action titles, from 9 to 5 to The Whisper Man, The Gentlemen, and more.
If you’re trying to decide what to stream next, this roundup makes the choice easier with a mix of crowd-pleasers, new releases, and older favorites that still hold up. You’ll find sharp comedy in 9 to 5, slick crime energy in The Gentlemen, and heartfelt drama in Steel Magnolias and About Time. For action and suspense, Aliens and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves bring big thrills, while The Whisper Man and The Last House add fresh 2026 tension for anyone craving a darker edge. With 20 titles on the page, there’s a little something here for nearly every mood, whether you want something light, intense, or a bit of both.
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The Whisper Man
crime · drama · thriller
When his young son vanishes, a widower enlists help from his estranged father, a retired detective who put away the serial killer now linked to the case.
Directed by James AshcroftCast Robert De Niro, Michelle Monaghan, Adam Scott, Acston Luca Porto, Michael KeatonNetflix -
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9 to 5
comedy
Three female employees of a sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot find a way to turn the tables on him.
Directed by Colin HigginsCast Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton, Dabney Coleman, Sterling HaydenNetflixAmazon Prime VideoHulu -
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Godzilla Minus One
action · adventure · drama · horror · sci-fi
In postwar Japan, Godzilla brings new devastation to an already scorched landscape. With no military intervention or government help in sight, the survivors must join together in the face of despair and fight back against an unrelenting horror.
Directed by Takashi YamazakiCast Minami Hamabe, Ryûnosuke Kamiki, Munetaka Aoki, Sakura Andō, Yuki YamadaNetflix -
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To Die For
comedy · crime · drama · thriller
Suzanne Stone wants to be a world-famous news anchor and she is willing to do anything to get what she wants. What she lacks in intelligence, she makes up for in cold determination and diabolical wiles. As she pursues her goal with relentless focus, she is forced to destroy anything and anyone that may stand in her way, regardless of the ultimate cost or means necessary.
Directed by Gus Van SantCast Nicole Kidman, Matt Dillon, Joaquin Phoenix, Casey Affleck, Illeana DouglasNetflix -
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The Gentlemen
action · comedy · crime
American expat Mickey Pearson has built a highly profitable marijuana empire in London. When word gets out that he’s looking to cash out of the business forever it triggers plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him.
Directed by Guy RitchieCast Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Lyne RenéeNetflix -
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I Swear
biography · drama
Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.
Directed by Kirk JonesCast Robert Aramayo, Maxine Peake, Somerled Campbell, Michael Dylan, David CarlyleNetflix -
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Steel Magnolias
comedy · drama · romance
A young beautician, newly arrived in a small Louisiana town, finds work at the local salon, where a small group of women share a close bond of friendship and welcome her into the fold.
Directed by Herbert RossCast Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Olympia DukakisNetflix -
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First Reformed
drama · mystery · thriller
A pastor of a small church in upstate New York starts to spiral out of control after a soul-shaking encounter with an unstable environmental activist and his pregnant wife.
Directed by Paul SchraderCast Ethan Hawke, Amanda Seyfried, Cedric The Entertainer, Victoria Hill, Philip EttingerNetflix -
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Krisha
drama
When Krisha returns to her estranged family for Thanksgiving dinner, past demons threaten to ruin the festivities.
Directed by Trey Edward ShultsCast Krisha Fairchild, Alex Dobrenko, Robyn Fairchild, Chris Doubek, Victoria FairchildNetflix -
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Europa Report
drama · mystery · sci-fi · thriller
A crew of international astronauts are sent on a private mission to Jupiter's fourth moon.
Directed by Sebastián CorderoCast Daniel Wu, Sharlto Copley, Christian Camargo, Karolina Wydra, Michael NyqvistNetflix -
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The Last House
action & adventure · horror · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
A family suddenly sealed inside their home must work together to survive against dwindling resources and the ominous threat keeping them trapped.
Directed by Louis LeterrierCast Greta Lee, Wagner Moura, Riley Chung, Noah Alexander Sosnowski, Emma HoNetflix -
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Aliens
action · adventure · horror · sci-fi · thriller
Ripley, the sole survivor of the Nostromo's deadly encounter with the monstrous Alien, returns to Earth after drifting through space in hypersleep for 57 years. Although her story is initially met with skepticism, she agrees to accompany a team of Colonial Marines back to LV-426.
Directed by James CameronCast Sigourney Weaver, Carrie Henn, Michael Biehn, Paul Reiser, Lance HenriksenNetflix -
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Teenage Wasteland
documentary
Inspired by an unconventional teacher, a group of teenagers in upstate New York in the early 1990s make a student film and uncover a vast conspiracy that is poisoning their community. Thirty years later, they revisit their film and confront the legacy of this transformative experience.
Directed by Amanda McBaine, Jesse MossCast Isaac Levi Anthony, Varda Appleton, Carly Cannata, Grant S. Johnson, Seychelles MizelNetflix -
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Host
horror · mystery
Six friends hire a medium to hold a séance via Zoom during lockdown — but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong. When an evil spirit starts invading their homes, they begin to realise they might not survive the night.
Directed by Rob SavageCast Haley Bishop, Jemma Moore, Emma Louise Webb, Radina Drandova, Caroline WardNetflixAMC+ -
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Scream
horror · mystery · thriller
Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, a new killer has donned the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town’s deadly past.
Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler GillettCast Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Melissa Barrera, Jack QuaidNetflixParamount Plus -
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Prom Night
horror
Donna's senior prom is supposed to be the best night of her life, though a sadistic killer from her past has different plans for her and her friends.
Directed by Nelson McCormickCast Brittany Snow, Scott Porter, Jessica Stroup, Dana Davis, Collins PennieNetflix -
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About Time
comedy · drama · fantasy · romance · sci-fi
The night after another unsatisfactory New Year's party, Tim's father reveals to him that the men in their family have the ability to travel through time. They can't change history, but they can change what happens and has happened in their own lives. Thus begins the start of a lesson in learning to appreciate life itself as it is, as it comes, and most importantly, the people living alongside us.
Directed by Richard CurtisCast Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams, Bill Nighy, Lydia Wilson, Lindsay DuncanNetflix -
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Ready or Not
action · comedy · horror · mystery · thriller
A young bride's wedding night turns into her worst nightmare when her ridiculously rich in-laws force her to play a gruesome game of hide-and-seek.
Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler GillettCast Samara Weaving, Adam Brody, Mark O'Brien, Henry Czerny, Andie MacDowellNetflix -
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28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
horror · sci-fi · thriller
Dr. Kelson finds himself in a shocking new relationship - with consequences that could change the world as they know it - and Spike's encounter with Jimmy Crystal becomes a nightmare he can't escape.
Directed by Nia DaCostaCast Jack O'Connell, Alfie Williams, Connor Newall, Erin Kellyman, Maura BirdNetflix -
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Speed
action · adventure · thriller
Jack Traven, an LAPD cop on SWAT detail, and veteran SWAT officer Harry Temple thwart an extortionist-bomber's scheme for a $3 million ransom. As they corner the bomber, he flees and detonates a bomb vest, seemingly killing himself. Weeks later, Jack witnesses a mass transit city bus explode and nearby a pay phone rings. On the phone is that same bomber looking for vengeance and the money he's owed. He gives a personal challenge to Jack: a bomb is rigged on another city bus - if it slows down below 50 mph, it will explode - bad enough any day, but a nightmare in LA traffic. And that's just the beginning...
Directed by Jan de BontCast Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper, Sandra Bullock, Joe Morton, Jeff DanielsNetflixMax
Wrapping Up
This lineup gives you an easy way to match your mood to the right Netflix pick, from laugh-out-loud classics to tense thrillers and big-scale action. Whether you start with a beloved favorite like 9 to 5 or try a newer release such as The Whisper Man, there’s plenty here to keep your queue moving. Bookmark this page and come back whenever you want a fresh recommendation without the endless scrolling. It’s updated regularly, so the list stays useful as new titles arrive and old standouts rotate in.
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Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Netflix. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026