The Best Mother's Day Movies To Watch With Your Mom
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.
Sweet Home Alabama
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $2.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
You and Mama can have the time of your lives dancing, laughing, and singing along.
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The Princess Diaries
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
If you have time for a marathon, continue with The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement.
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The Parent Trap
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
Quotable one-liners remind us that Mama always gives the best advice.
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Troop Beverly Hills
RENT IT: $2.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
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
WATCH IT: netflix.com
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $2.99; amazon.com
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
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan come together to live out a love story all hopeless romantics will love.
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Sixteen Candles
RENT IT: amazon.com
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
WATCH IT: netflix.com
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.
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Grease
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
You'll want to break out 1950s circle skirts and black leather jackets to sing along to every song.
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The Blind Side
BUY IT: $5.99; amazon.com
Based on the best-selling book, The Blind Side shares the true story of Michael Oher.
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The Sound of Music
RENT IT: $2.99; amazon.com
This classic can be enjoyed by mothers and daughters of all ages.
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Akeelah and the Bee
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
An 11-year old's journey to the national spelling bee competition turns into so much more than that as she overcomes challenges along the way.
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Fried Green Tomatoes
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
This movie will remind you of the importance of the art of storytelling, and we are sure Mama has some stories to share.
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Stepmom
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
An unlikely friendship develops when a mother of two is forced to teach another woman to raise her kids.
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Dumplin'
WATCH IT: netflix.com
A Texas teen joins her ex-beauty queen mom's beauty pageant just to prove a point.
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Pretty in Pink
BUY IT: amazon.com
Molly Ringwald takes on the role of an independent teen who experiences the ups and downs of dating outside of her social circle.
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13 Going On 30
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo, we couldn't love this duo more.
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Dirty Dancing
RENT IT: $3.99; amazon.com
This 1987 classic will never get old and will have you dreaming of your next summer getaway.
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Because I Said So
BUY IT: $3.99; amazon.com
Diane Keaton plays the over-bearing mother of three who means well and just wants what's best for her daughters.
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Terms of Endearment
RENT IT: 3.99; amazon.com
Follow the strong bond of a mother, played by Shirley MacLaine, and her daughter as they face the ups and downs of life together.
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The Notebook
BUY IT: from $5; amazon.com
You can't go wrong with a classic love story from Nicholas Sparks.