The Best Mother's Day Movies To Watch With Your Mom

By Jenna Sims

Updated March 21, 2021

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Grab the popcorn and the candy and set aside some time on your busy Mother's Day weekend to watch one, or a few, of these classic movies all mother-daughter duos will enjoy. Whether you prefer romantic comedies, musicals you can sing along to, or heartwarming stories that may have you shedding a few tears, women of all generations will love these classic movies. Plus, the convenience of Amazon and Netflix allows you to start streaming some of these classics in the comfort of your home with just a few clicks.

We've rounded up a list of 30 movies we think both you and Mama will enjoy, so you may even want to consider a day-long movie marathon. You'll have time to re-watch family favorites and fall in love with some new movies too. No matter if it's your first or 100th time seeing a movie, watching it with your mama by your side is always a good idea.

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Sweet Home Alabama

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RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com

Reese Witherspoon stars as Melanie Carmichael in this romantic comedy that proves no matter where in the world you go, you can always come back home.

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Freaky Friday

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A lighthearted movie that's perfect for watching with your teenage daughter to remember what life is like from her perspective.

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Steel Magnolias

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The small town setting, all-star cast, and world class one-liners make this movie a must-see for every Southern woman.

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Hope Floats

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Hope Floats follows the story of Birdee Calvert-Pruitt as she returns to her hometown of Smithville, Texas. With her young daughter Bernice in tow, she moves back in with her mother after a series of unfortunate events unfold in her life.

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Mamma Mia

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You and Mama can have the time of your lives dancing, laughing, and singing along.

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The Princess Diaries

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If you have time for a marathon, continue with The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement.

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The Parent Trap

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Whether you prefer the classic or the remake, you'll love this feel-good family storyline that's centered around brining a family back together.

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Forrest Gump

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Quotable one-liners remind us that Mama always gives the best advice.

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Troop Beverly Hills

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This 1989 classic follows a mom who takes over her daughter's troop to work on their relationship—even though her idea of roughing it is spending a night at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

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Mother's Day

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Gather all the moms in your family for a movie that everyone can relate to in one way or another.

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I Don’t Know How She Does It

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Based on a book of the same name, this movie follows investment banker Kate Reddy as she navigates trying to find the perfect work/life balance.

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Little Women

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Based on the autobiography by Louisa May Alcott, this coming-of-age story embodies love and family devotion.

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Life As We Know It

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Two singles become the guardians of their best friends' daughter after they tragically pass away in a car accident. The movie follows the story as they learn to navigate their new life together.

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Mrs. Doubtfire

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A father, played by Robin Williams, dresses up as a nanny to spend time with his kids at their mom's house.

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Sleepless in Seattle

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Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan come together to live out a love story all hopeless romantics will love.

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Sixteen Candles

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This 1984 classic follows high schooler Samantha (Molly Ringwald) as she navigates her 16th birthday, which her family forgot about due to her sister's upcoming wedding.

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Crazy Stupid Love

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Steve Carell takes on the role of a middle-aged dad who is learning to live life after his wife asks for a divorce. Enter Jacob Palmer, played by Ryan Gosling, to help him enter the dating world.