Best new Feel-Good movies in 2023 & 2022 (Netflix, Prime, Hulu & Cinema List)
List of the latest feel good movies in 2023 and the best feel good movies of 2022 & the 2010's. Top feel good movies to watch on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+ & other Streaming services, out on DVD/Blu-ray or in cinema's right now.
New feel good movies in 2023 in Cinema & on VOD
Top movies up for release in 2023 in cinema and on VOD
DIRECTOR: Chris Spencer CAST: Wesley Snipes, Spence Moore II & Kevin Hart
Merlin is a man who needs a fresh start after losing his dream girl. He takes off for Las Vegas to find a new life as a magician. That job soon takes an odd turn as he finds himself leading the revival of a black stripper group known as The Chocolate Chips. But can this old group of male strippers get back in the game under Merlin’s leadership, especially since they’re now out of shape? Directed by Chris Spencer, this comedic film stars Kevin Hart, Wesley Snipes, Tiffany Haddish, J.B. Smoove, Faizon Love, Spence Moore II, and Bill Bellamy.
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DIRECTOR: Julio Torres CAST: Julio Torres, Tilda Swinton & Isabella Rossellini
Alejandro is a boy with big dreams of designing toys. His talents take him all the way from his home of El Salvador to the busy streets of New York City. But his ideas don’t become a hit. With time running out on his visa to work in the country, Alejandro tries to find work in the art world to make ends meet. This leads him down a new path of discovery and innovation for the creative boy seeking to make a name for himself in the United States. This enduring comedy comes from writer/director Julio Torres (Saturday Night Live) and stars the talents of himself, Tilda Swinton, RZA, and Isabella Rossellini.
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DIRECTOR: Shekhar Kapur CAST: Lily James, Shazad Latif & Shabana Azmi
Seeking to find something fascinating to film, a filmmaker takes on the task of documenting her best friend’s arranged marriage. Taking place between London and Lahore, the bride and groom come from much different backgrounds, leading a series of amusing and relatable clashing of cultures. Can their love last amid all the fussing of the family and crowding of the camera? This romantic comedy comes from director Shekhar Kapur (The Four Feathers, Elizabeth: The Golden Age) and writer Jemima Goldsmith (The Crown), with a cast that includes the talents of Lily James, Shazad Latif, Shabana Azmi, Emma Thompson, Sajal Aly, Oliver Chris, Asim Chaudhry, and Jeff Mirza. Read more Watch the trailer of What’s Love Got to Do with It? Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Zach Braff CAST: Florence Pugh, Morgan Freeman & Molly Shannon
Allison was a woman who had her life turned upside down by a fatal accident. After recovering from the traumatic event, she tries to get her life back on track by forming a bond with the man who would be her father-in-law. But their relationship is strained as Allison is haunted by the past and struggles to move on. Hopefully, she can make peace as an unlikely friendship begins in the wake of tragedy. There’s somber drama and a tender sense of humor from writer/director Zach Braff (Garden State) in this dramatic comedy. The film stars Florence Pugh, Molly Shannon, Chinaza Uche, Celeste O'Connor, and Morgan Freeman. Read more Watch the trailer of A Good Person Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
CAST: Lindsay Lohan, Ed Speleers & Alexander Vlahos
Maddie is attending a wedding that she doesn’t really want to attend. It’s the wedding of her former lover getting hitched with her best friend and she’s one of the bridesmaids. All she wants is true love during this wedding in Ireland and makes that very wish. Her wish comes true as she now finds herself as the bride at the wedding. Even more surprising, the groom turns out not to be the man she thought he was, leading her to desperately trying to revoke her curse. This fantastic romantic comedy comes director Janeen Damian and screenwriter Kirsten Hansen with a cast that includes Lindsay Lohan, Ed Speleers, Alexander Vlahos, Ayesha Curry, Elizabeth Tan, Jane Seymour, and Dakota Lohan. Read more Watch the trailer of Irish Wish Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
Best feel good movies on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+ or DVD in 2023
2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and the 2010's best rated feel good movies out on DVD, Bluray or streaming on VOD (Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+ & More).
DIRECTOR: Hans Canosa CAST: Kunal Nayyar, Lucy Hale & Christina Hendricks
A.J. Fikry is having a tough life. He has just lost his wife and now has to deal with a failing bookstore. As if all that weren’t enough, his most prized possession of a rare collection of poems by Edgar Allen Poe has been stolen. He needs a fresh start. Thankfully, he gets just that when a mysterious package arrives at his door. This pleasant arrival leads to major changes in his life and a whole new perspective on the future. Based on the best-selling novel by Gabrielle Zevin, this comedic drama was directed by Hans Canosa (Memoirs of a Teenage Amnesiac) and stars Christina Hendricks, Lucy Hale, and Kunal Nayyar.
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DIRECTOR: Ol Parker CAST: George Clooney, Julia Roberts & Kaitlyn Dever
Two divorced parents find themselves freaking out about the latest move by their college graduate daughter. Their daughter has taken a trip to Bali and decided to marry one of the locals. Fearing their child has made a rash decision reflecting their own divorce, the parents put their differences aside and stop her brash choice for her future. Directed and co-written by Ol Parker (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again), this romantic comedy stars Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Sarah Harvey, Deborah Balderstone, George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Julia Roberts, Lisa Gillan, and Marisa Yeres Gill. Read more Watch the trailer of Ticket to Paradise
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DIRECTOR: Josh Gordon, Will Speck CAST: Javier Bardem, Constance Wu & Winslow Fegley
Based on the popular kids' book series, Lyle is a talking crocodile who lives in New York City. He’s discovered by the Primm family, new to the city, and finding it tough to get used to such a new environment. Lyle, however, will help them feel right at home with his uncanny ability to sing and dance, along with his penchant for baths and caviar. Directed by Will Speck and Josh Gordon (Blades of Glory, Office Christmas Party), this family comedy stars Javier Bardem, Constance Wu, Winslow Fegley, Scoot McNairy, Brett Gelman, and Shawn Mendes as the voice of Lyle. Read more Watch the trailer of Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
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DIRECTOR: Clio Barnard CAST: Adeel Akhtar, Claire Rushbrook & Natalie Gavin
Ava is a single woman trying to deal with her past relationships that were more than a little rocky. Ali is a single man who has just ended a terrible marriage that has left him fragile about wanting to play the field. The two of them soon meet and find themselves falling for each other, despite their fears about falling in love. This tender romantic-comedy comes from writer/director Clio Barnard (The Arbor, Dark River) and stars Adeel Akhtar, Claire Rushbrook, and Ellora Torchia. Read more Watch the trailer of Ali & Ava
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DIRECTOR: Taika Waititi CAST: Michael Fassbender, Elisabeth Moss & Frankie Adams
Based on the sports documentary of the same title, Next Goal Wins follows the legacy of the Dutch-American coach Thomas Rongen. He led the American Samoa national football team towards the qualification for the 2014 FIFA World Cup when they were considered one of the least likely to succeed. The comedic sports biography comes from director Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit) and co-written by Iain Morris (Flight of the Conchords) with a cast that includes Michael Fassbender, Elisabeth Moss, and Will Arnett. Read more Watch the trailer of Next Goal Wins Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Charles Francis Kinnane, Daniel Kinnane CAST: Kevin James, Taylor Lautner & Rob Schneider
Sean Payton was once a winning Super Bowl coach but soon found himself disgraced with the Saints' Bountygate scandal. When he is suspended, he returns to his hometown with his son and seeks to coach the Pop Warner football team. He may be just what a team of underdogs needs as they rise up to become a better team with the experience of an NFL coach. This sports comedy comes from directors Charles Kinnane and Daniel Kinnane and stars the talents of Kevin James, Taylor Lautner, Rob Schneider, Jackie Sandler, and Tait Blum. Read more Watch the trailer of Home Team Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Analeine Cal y Mayor CAST: Sam Claflin, Verónica Echegui & Antonia Clarke
Henry is a British novelist who is struggling to convince people to read his book. He manages to find success in Mexico, where his book sells quite well. Once he arrives in the country, he figures out why his book has sold so well; it’s been misinterpreted as an erotic novel. The woman who made this change, Maria, is saddled with him as he goes on an awkward book tour throughout the country. This romantic comedy comes from writer/director Analeine Cal y Mayor (Treading Water) and stars Sam Claflin, Verónica Echegui, and Antonia Clarke. Read more Watch the trailer of Book of Love
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DIRECTOR: Kat Coiro CAST: Jennifer Lopez, Maluma & Owen Wilson
Kat Valdez and Bastian were a musical duo of superstars and are planning to take their relationship to the next level by getting married in front of all their fans. But it’s a celebrity marriage that seems destined to fail when Kat learns that Bastian is cheating on her. In an act of desperation, Kat decides to marry a random fan who has asked her to marry him. She may not be prepared, however, for the relationship that follows in this romantic comedy based on the graphic novel by Bobby Crosby and starring Owen Wilson, Jennifer Lopez, and Sarah Silverman. Read more Watch the trailer of Marry Me
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DIRECTOR: Marçal Forés CAST: Clara Galle, Julio Peña & Pilar Castro
Raquel finds herself falling for her new nextdoor neighbor, the handsome Ares. There’s only one problem; she hasn’t formally introduced herself yet. She hasn’t worked up the courage to speak to him and merely watches him from afar, longing for his love. But how will she be able to make such a man fall in love with her? And will her family further complicate this quest for love? Based on the book of the same title by Ariana Godoy, this romantic dramedy comes from director Marçal Forés (Animals, Everlasting Love) and stars Pilar Castro, Julio Peña, and Clara Galle. Read more Watch the trailer of Through My Window Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Natalie Morales CAST: Natalie Morales, Mark Duplass & Desean Terry
Cariño is a Spanish teacher who finds herself longing for someone in her life. That someone may be Adam, her student. But can their relationship really flourish when they’re bound by a student-teacher connection? This bittersweet indie drama with a feel-good aspect to its relationship that transcends language barriers comes from actor Natalie Morales, making her directorial debut, with a screenplay by both her and Mark Duplass. The film additionally stars Desean Terry and Christine Quesada. Read more Watch the trailer of Language Lessons
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DIRECTOR: Clea DuVall CAST: Kristen Stewart, Mackenzie Davis &
Starring Kristen Stewart, this is a lovely comedy about two women who are about to get married. The problem is that one of them hasn't even come out to her conservative parents. Read more Watch the trailer of Happiest Season Netflix | Amazon | All Release dates
DIRECTOR: Simon Curtis CAST: Milo Ventimiglia, Kevin Costner & Amanda Seyfried
Enzo, a family dog with a near-human soul and a philosopher's mind, evaluates his life through the lessons learned by his human owner, the race-car driver Denny Swift. Read more Watch the trailer of The Art of Racing in the Rain
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DIRECTOR: Danny Boyle CAST: Himesh Patel, Lily James & Ed Sheeran
Through a bizarre twist of faith, the whole world has suddenly forgot about the Beatles, except for one down and out musician. When he discovers that the band's songs have been entirely deleted from history, he takes advantage of the situation. A wonderful musical comedy from the director of 'Slumdog Millionaire'. Read more Watch the trailer of Yesterday
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DIRECTOR: Zara Hayes CAST: Diane Keaton, Jacki Weaver & Pam Grier
A elderly woman (Diane Keaton) who was once a cheerleader, is determined to start a new dancing squad at her retirement community. What she doesn't realize, is that being a cheerleader these days isn't exactly the same as in her youth. Read more Watch the trailer of Poms
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DIRECTOR: Chris Foggin CAST: Daniel Mays, James Purefoy & David Hayman
Ten fisherman from Cornwall are signed by Universal Records and achieve a top ten hit with their debut album of Sea Shanties. Based on the true-life story of Cornish folk band, Fisherman's Friends. Read more Watch the trailer of Fisherman’s Friends
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DIRECTOR: Brian Crano CAST: Rebecca Hall, Dan Stevens, Jason Sudeikis
Will and Anna have been happily together for a long time. They live a happy life in Brooklyn, talk about getting married and buying a new house together. But then her brother asks her a painful question: how can you certain that the person you think is the one, IS actually the one? A subtle dramedy about love and all the doubts that come with it. Read more Watch the trailer of Permission RATING: 80/100
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DIRECTOR: Paul King CAST: Ben Whishaw,
Hugh Grant
Hugh Bonneville
It's rare that sequels are good. What's even more rare, is a sequel that is better than its predecessor. Paddington 2, which might not bring much new to the table story-wise, is one of the most delightful, cozy films you're about to see in a long time. Read more Watch the trailer of Paddington 2 RATING: 80/100
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DIRECTOR: Matthew Warchus CAST: Bill Nighy
Imelda Staunton
Dominic West
Back in the 1980’s, there were as an obscure supporting group for every obscure minority you could imagine. At the height of the 1984 UK miners’ strike, a group of LGBT’s Londoners founded a support group; the ‘Lesbian and Gay Support the Miners’. The problem was, the miners weren’t really eager to accept their help at first. This great premise, which is almost stranger than fiction, is the heart of this brilliant British feel good comedy. Read more Watch the trailer of Pride RATING: 78/100
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DIRECTOR: Fatih Akin CAST: Adam Bousdoukos
Moritz Bleibtreu
Pheline Roggan
Zinos runs a small restaurant in the suburbs of Hamburg. Hardships fall upon him as his girlfriend leaves him, while at the same time customers practically cease to come. Zinos asks his brother to help him out with the restaurant, but unfortunately his ‘help’ only makes things worse. A charming and raw feelgood comedy about love, family but most of all FOOD. Read more Watch the trailer of Soul Kitchen RATING: 73/100
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DIRECTOR: Rick Famuyiwa CAST: Shameik Moore
Tony Revolori
Kiersey Clemons
Malcolm is a nerdy teenager from a rough neighbourhood in Los Angeles. He has two best friends, is obsessed with 1990’s hip-hop and tries avoid trouble as much as possible. Until one day, he and his accidentally end up in posession of a large amount of drugs. Now what? ‘Dope’ is a smart coming-of-age comedy that pays homage to great 90’s movies like ‘Boyz n the Hood’. Colorful, slightly subversive. A film that makes you crave for the golden age of rap.
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DIRECTOR: Gina Prince-Bythewood CAST: Gugu Mbatha-Raw
Nate Parker
Minnie Driver
'Beyond the Lights' is one of those rare, sincere melodrama’s they stopped making since the 1990’s. Vagely reminiscent of 1992 Kevin Costner/Whitney Houston vehicle ‘The Bodyguard’, the films tells the sweeping story of a successful popstar and her destined-to-fail romance with an ambitious young police officer. What makes ‘Beyond the Lights’ stand out, is its flat-out earnestness; there are no obligatory stupid jokes here or ironic pop culture references. Director/writer Gina Prince-Bythewood aims right at the heart. Read more Watch the trailer of Beyond the Lights RATING: 82/100
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DIRECTOR: Michel Hazanavicius CAST: Jean Dujardin
Bérénice Bejo
John Goodman
Paying homage to the silent cinema of the 1920’s, this adorable art house hit from 2011 tells the touching story of a famous Frech Hollywood actor losing his job with the introduction of the ‘talkies’. As his carreer falls apart, his life becomes entangled with that of a promising young actress. ‘The Artist’ is an absolute delight. A sprawling love letter to the bygone days of Hollywood and a sweeping romance that’ll knock you of your feet.
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DIRECTOR: Pete Docter, Ronnie Del Carmen CAST: Amy Poehler
Bill Hader
Lewis Black
2015’s summer smash hit ‘Inside Out’ is without a doubt the most abstract and philosophical Pixar movie ever made, and yet the most heartwarming and funny one too. Quite an achievement by directors/writers Peter Docter and Ronnie del Carmen. A childrens’ movie in which emotions (Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness) are the protagonists… who would think of such a thing? Read more Watch the trailer of Inside Out RATING: 82/100
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DIRECTOR: Olivier Nakache, Eric Toledano CAST: François Cluzet
Omar Sy
Anne Le Ny
Breaking nearly every box office record there is to break, ‘Intouchables’ is THE feel-good movie of the decade so far. The unlikely bromance between a paralyzed Parisian aristocrat (Francois Cluzet) and his caretaker, a bratty macho from the banlieueu’s (Omar Sy), stole the hearts of even the most cynical cinephiles. The chemistry between Cluzet and Sy is irresistible, the jokes are really funny (for a change) and the script is just flawless. Unparalleled so far this decade. Read more Watch the trailer of Intouchables RATING: 86/100
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DIRECTOR: Damien Chazelle CAST: Ryan Gosling
Emma Stone
Rosemarie DeWitt
Damien Chazelle’s ‘Whiplash’ gained quite some attention in 2014. Indeed, his depiction of a monomaniac music conservatory student was gripping and his love for music utterly palpable. But who would thought his next feature film would be a classic, escapist, over-the-top-romantic musical? La La Land will make you forget everything dreary and depressing for two hours without a doubt. The love story of an aspiring actress and a struggling jazz musician in Los Angeles is simply too catching too resist. Read more Watch the trailer of La La Land RATING: 84/100
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DIRECTOR: Lukas Moodysson CAST: Mira Barkhammar
Mira Grosin
Liv LeMoyne
In 1999, Swedish first-time director surprised the international world of cinema with his irresistible lesbian coming of age drama 'Fucking Åmål '. Ever since, Moodysson steadily worked on a resume filled with impressive, yet rather though-to-swallow art house drama’s. We Are the Best! is a return to his old, frivolous style and it’s damn good. Based on a graphic novel written by his wife, it tells the heartwarming story of three young Swedish girls trying to form a punk rock band in 1981. Read more Watch the trailer of We Are The Best RATING: 72/100
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DIRECTOR: Bavo Defurne CAST: Isabelle Huppert
Kévin Azaïs
Johan Leysen
A forgotten European Song Contest singer, fading away in a pâté factory, falls in love with a young aspiring boxer. Together they decide to attempt her comeback. Read more Watch the trailer of Souvenir RATING: 77/100
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DIRECTOR: Neil Burger CAST: Kevin Hart, Bryan Cranston & Nicole Kidman
A remake of the highly successful French feel-good hit from 2011. Bryan Cranston stars as a paralyzed millionaire who befriends an ex-convict. Not nearly as good as the... Read more Watch the trailer of The Upside
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DIRECTOR: Brett Haley CAST: Nick Offerman, Kiersey Clemons, Blythe Danner, Toni Collette
In the hip Brooklyn neighborhood of Red Hook, single dad and record store owner Frank is preparing to send his hard-working daughter Sam off to college while being forced to close his vintage shop.... Read more Watch the trailer of Hearts Beat Loud
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Cinema can be very powerful. A meticulously paced, written, acted and shot scene can make you stare right in the abyss or make you rise to great hights. Movies can be comforting too; show you that life isn’t so bad, right when you need it. For those occasions, THEVORE selected the very best feel-good films. Films that avoid being overtly sappy, but will leave you full of optimism afterwards anyway.
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