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The 8 Best Ocean Movies Set Out in the Sea, Ranked

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There's an added edge whenever rough seas and oceans become involved in a narrative. Why? Because open waters are unpredictable, harsh, and full of dangers lurking beneath the surface.

Which is why oceans and seas have been where some of the greatest battles have been fought. From pioneers in search of a home to ships lost to Davy Jones' locker, the ocean proves itself perfect for adventure.

Unfortunately, there aren't that many great movies set on the high seas—at least, not as many as you'd think. A lot of scripts and directors fail to truly capture the sense of intensity of the ocean's raw power.

Here are my picks for the best ocean movies set out in the open seas that truly did justice to the expanse of azure waves.

8. Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)

Directed by Gore Verbinski

Starring Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom

Action, Adventure, Fantasy (2h 23m)

8.1 on IMDb — 80% on RT

It's hard to remember that first feeling we all got when the first Pirates of the Caribbean film landed in cinemas in 2001. Johnny Depp and the rest of the cast delivered performances that gripped us throughout, with effects work that felt fresh and bold in its approach.

Based on the ride at Disneyland, it's fair to surmise that expectations for the film weren't exactly high when production was first announced. It sounded like Disney had run out of original ideas and wanted to mine their theme parks for box office success.

However, Curse of the Black Pearl scored 5 Academy Award nominations and became a smash hit at the box office, all the while featuring ocean sequences that raised the bar for future films to follow.

7. The Abyss (1989)

Directed by James Cameron

Starring Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michaell Biehn

Adventure, Drama, Mystery (2h 20m)

7.5 on IMDb — 88% on RT

With James Cameron's intricate eye and fierce individualism driving his vision forward, The Abyss became a shining example of his work. It showcased the future of special effects as he worked with ILM on CGI advancements that led to the computer effects revolution of the 90s.

None of that would have mattered if The Abyss didn't succeed. Fortunately, it did! And the story of the sunken submarine became a sci-fi classic that launched Cameron's career to new heights.

The potency of underwater sequences and the hidden secrets in the ocean depths made the picture a thriller that never relents until the final moments. In doing so, it became more than just an exploration of the sea—it was an exploration of the human condition.

6. All Is Lost (2013)

Directed by J. C. Chandor

Starring Robert Redford

Action, Adventure, Drama (1h 46m)

6.9 on IMDb — 94% on RT

J.C. Chandor's minimal dialogue film about a single man lost at sea—starring Robert Redford as that one man—has become an example of how to make the ocean a true enemy of survival.

We don't know too much about how Redford's character became trapped in the ocean, and he doesn't interact with anybody else throughout the picture. Still, the sheer intensity of Redford's survival attempt makes all other information secondary. He just needs to get back to civilization.

All Is Lost exceeds expectations as far as what ocean disaster films need to do well. It dedicates itself to the basics of surviving and doesn't burden itself with a wider plot, because Chandor understood that the fight to live was the only thing needed to make the movie captivating.

5. Life of Pi (2012)

Directed by Ang Lee

Starring Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Adil Hussain

Adventure, Drama, Fantasy (2h 7m)

7.9 on IMDb — 86% on RT

The film adaptation of Yann Martel's book Life of Pi delivers a tale of ocean survival, from the perspective of one survivor who was shipwrecked and eventually made it home. The movie is framed as the modern-day survivor recounting his past story to a novelist.

And that's where the strength of the narrative lies. We know that Pi survives from the first scenes of the film, but the obstacles he encounters and the way he survives is what really matter—his journey across the Pacific Ocean in a lifeboat with a fully-grown Bengal tiger.

Pi's tale of survival is wrapped in theological layers that permeate the film yet never overwhelm it, and that's down to the deft direction of Ang Lee, who never fails to put the human element first in his films.

4. Captain Phillips (2013)

Directed by Paul Greengrass

Starring Tom Hanks, Barkhad Abdi, Catherine Keener

Action, Biography, Crime (2h 14m)

7.8 on IMDb — 93% on RT

Based on the true story of Richard Phillips' harrowing kidnap by Somali pirates, Tom Hanks stars in Captain Phillips , which depicts on film the ordeal that Phillips went through during his fateful voyage.

Paul Greengrass does one thing very well in Captain Phillips : make the sea a vast desert that's full of obstacles for all sides of the event. The US warships that tail Phillips are unable to engage, and the pirates that have captured him are unable to escape them.

The tension that builds throughout the film reaches a fever pitch by its climax, with everything coming to a head and the survival of Phillips put into question, despite the fact we know he survives. That's down to Tom Hanks and Paul Greengrass' filmmaking prowess.

3. Jaws (1975)

Directed by Steven Spielberg

Starring Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss

Adventure, Mystery, Thriller (2h 4m)

8.1 on IMDb — 97% on RT

The original summer blockbuster. The film that made entire generations terrified of going into the sea at all. Jaws remains one of cinema's finest seafaring productions.

The story follows a trio of unlikely heroes who go out to find and kill a gigantic Great White Shark that's been feeding on the beaches of a tourist island. The potent threat of open waters takes hold as the trio find themselves fighting a shark that simply refuses to die.

The fun and horror of  Jaws come from the sightings of the shark, as its minimal screentime make it an unseen danger that can strike without warning. It's a technique copied by filmmakers throughout cinema since, and it's rarely been done as well as it was by Spielberg.

2. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)

Directed by Peter Weir

Starring Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Billy Boyd

Action, Adventure, Drama (2h 18m)

7.5 on IMDb — 85% on RT

Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World centers on Captain Jack Aubrey's chase across the South Pacific, and that chase is at once delightfully engaging and intensely thrilling. Director Peter Weir faithfully honored the thematic tone of the book it was based on.

Armed with a cast at the peak of their powers—with Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany in leading roles— Master and Commander takes the audience on a journey to find a unique French ship that has destroyed several other British ships as they've crossed the ocean.

The end result is a film that's aged well as time has passed, showcasing a unique kind of tone that truly highlights the cast's performances, all while establishing Peter Weir's film as one of the most original ocean movies in the history of cinema.

1. Battleship Potemkin (1925)

Directed by Sergei Eisenstein

Starring Aleksandr Antonov, Vladimir Barskiy, Grigoriy Aleksandrov

Drama, History, Thriller (1h 6m)

7.9 on IMDb — 100% on RT

Battleship Potemkin was a Soviet propaganda film made to commemorate the actual events of the Potemkin, in which the crew revolted against their commanders due to the horrific conditions aboard the naval vessel.

The film remains unlike any other movie to this day, even 97 years since its original release. Sergei Eisenstein's film influenced the foundations of cinema and inspired future filmmakers with his unrelenting piece that showed the brutality of Tsar-era ships.

As the crew become angered to the point of mutiny, Battleship Potemkin makes the message of communism clear, yet goes beyond the purpose for which it was made. It holds together a grim reality for those souls that mutinied aboard the Potemkin in 1905.

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34 Movies That Will Make You Want to Get Off the Couch and See the World

From "The Holiday" to "Romancing the Stone" to "Eat Pray Love," these travel movies will inspire some serious wanderlust.

There's nothing like an epic on-screen adventure to get you acquainted with some place new and dreaming up an enviable vacation itinerary. For me (and basically all my childhood friends), this first happened following a viewing of Disney's "The Lizzie McGuire Movie" back in 2003, when Hilary Duff's character traveled to Rome to live out every teen's parent-free European fantasy. Though I've graduated to more mature travel movies over the last 18 years, one thing hasn't changed: films with gorgeous backdrops give me an unruly case of wanderlust.

From classics like "Around the World in 80 Days" and "Roman Holiday" to modern masterpieces such as "Wild" and "Crazy Rich Asians," travel films tend to ignite a longing for freedom and excitement. Maybe it's the sight of beaches on your screen triggering a phenomenon known as Blue Mind , or maybe watching a couple of pals take to the open road for a life changing road trip just makes you want to feel unconfined. Whatever it is, sometimes a travel film is all you need to provoke that feeling. That's why we've rounded up, in no particular order, 34 of the best travel movies that inspire wanderlust. Maybe they'll be cause for a change of scenery — or maybe they'll incite the adventure of a lifetime.

'Thelma & Louise' (1991)

Widely regarded as one of the best road trip movies of all time, this buddy film follows best friends Thelma (Geena Davis) and Louise (Susan Sarandon) as they drive through the American Southwest after Louise kills a man in Arkansas.

'The Holiday' (2006)

A Hollywood movie trailer producer (Cameron Diaz) and a London reporter (Kate Winslet) decide to switch homes for a few weeks after finding out their respective boyfriends have been cheating on them. The results offer enough glamor shots of Los Angeles and cozy footage of England's countryside to make you want to pack up and head to either city immediately.

'Crazy Rich Asians' (2018)

Though this movie revolves around the conflict between New Yorker Rachel Chu (Constance Wu) and her boyfriend's wealthy family, "Crazy Rich Asians" could pass as a tourism film for Singapore . If the Southeast Asian country wasn't on your bucket list before, this film's dazzling shots of Singapore, specifically the acclaimed Marina Bay Sands Hotel , may convince you.

'Wild' (2014)

Based on a true story, "Wild" sees Cheryl Strayed (Reese Witherspoon) hike more than a thousand miles from California to Washington on the Pacific Crest Trail following her divorce and the death of her mother. On her journey, Cheryl treks through the Mojave Desert , the Sierra Nevada, and Mount Hood National Forest while reflecting on her life.

'Eat Pray Love' (2010)

After her divorce, Elizabeth (Julia Roberts) sets off to explore the world with hopes of finding herself in the process. Elizabeth's inspiring and uplifting journey takes her — and viewers — to Italy , India , and Indonesia where she discovers the pleasure of nourishment, prayer, and romance.

'La La Land' (2016)

Admittedly, this musical doesn't feature much traveling (save for a brief road trip to Mia's hometown in Nevada), but the dreamy, oversaturated shots of Los Angeles in nearly every scene are enough to make anyone want to book a flight to the City of Angels.

'Before Sunrise' (1995)

Two strangers meet aboard a train from Budapest. Jesse (Ethan Hawke) is hoping to catch a flight home to the United States while Céline (Julie Delpy) is en route to Paris . Instead of sticking to their plans, the two disembark in Vienna and spend the entire night exploring the city and falling in love. A viewing of this movie will leave you longing for an epic adventure in the picturesque Austrian capital .

'National Lampoon’s Vacation' (1983)

National Lampoon 's classic comedy series is now six films strong, but it was 1983's "Vacation" that started it all. Unlike the franchise's most famous film, "Christmas Vacation," the original movie sees the Griswolds actually hit the road for a trip to Walley World, an amusement park several states away. After you watch Chevy Chase's hilarious hijinks unfold in this film, let sequels "European Vacation" and "Vegas Vacation" inspire further travels.

'The Darjeeling Limited' (2007)

After the death of their father, three estranged brothers (Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody, and Jason Schwartzman) decide to hop aboard a train in India called The Darjeeling Limited to reconnect and experience spiritual self-discovery. Viewers catch glimpses of the Indian countryside, Hindu temples, and eventually the Himalayas — but not without a few jokes along the way.

'Up' (2009)

Arguably the most heart-wrenching animated film of all time, "Up" earns a spot on our list thanks to adorably grumpy widower Carl Fredricksen's determination to fulfill his own wanderlust. With the help of thousands of balloons and a young sidekick named Russell, Carl and his house soar across the world on an incredible journey that culminates at Paradise Falls (based on Angel Falls in Venezuela).

'Raiders of the Lost Ark' (1981)

"Raiders" kicks off the iconic Indiana Jones series with a quest to find the fabled Ark of the Covenant. On his journey, Indy (Harrison Ford) makes stops in Nepal , Egypt , and the Aegean Sea , and, of course, famously runs from a giant rolling boulder in a temple in Peru . Follow up this film with its sequels, "Temple of Doom" (1984), "Last Crusade" (1989), and "Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" (2008), to see Indy travel to Jordan , the Amazon jungle, and beyond.

'Mamma Mia!' (2008)

Few movies offer the kind of gorgeously colorful beach imagery "Mamma Mia!" and its 2018 sequel, "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" provide. If you haven't seen the films, you likely know them as "the movies with all the ABBA songs." But if you have seen them, you know they're actually about three men who travel to the impossibly beautiful, albeit fictional, Greek island of Kalokairi, each believing they're the father of a young bride-to-be.

'Nomadland' (2020)

After losing her job in the town of Empire, Nevada, Fern (Frances McDormand) decides to sell her belongings, buy a van, and drive across the country working odd jobs. Fern travels through deserts, small towns, and nomad communes where she works, makes new friends, and learns about life. If you've ever fantasized about dropping everything and taking to the open road, "Nomadland" will probably either convince or deter you.

'Romancing the Stone' (1984)

When New York City-based romance novelist Joan Wilder's sister is kidnapped in Cartagena , Joan (Kathleen Turner) ends up on a rescue-mission-turned-treasure-hunt with adventure-seeking Jack T. Colton (Michael Douglas). Don't be surprised if a viewing of this movie makes you want to trade in your annual beach vacation for a wild ride through the Colombian jungle .

'Paris, Je T’aime' (2006)

Paris, Je T'aime is different from the other films on this list in that it's not one film — it's 18 short films that all feature Paris as a central theme. Because the project is made up of 18 different stories in 18 different arrondissements around the city, viewers get a true, unfiltered sense of Paris, and may even find themselves inspired to visit lesser-known locales in the City of Light.

'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' (1994)

If you've ever longed to take a laughter-fueled road trip with your best friends, this film is worth a watch. In the flick, pals Tick (Hugo Weaving), Adam (Guy Pearce), and Bernadette (Terence Stamp) head out on a cross-country road trip through the Australian outback to perform their successful drag act in a new town. The trio takes up residence in an oversized tour bus called Priscilla, Queen of the Desert in this fun, ahead-of-its-time dramedy.

'RV' (2006)

While plenty of road trip movies have been made over the years, "RV" might be the only one that takes place in, well, an RV . Though the main characters in this movie face more bad luck than fun, family bonding, the film does feature generous desert , mountain , and wilderness scenery, as well as an all-star cast (Robin Williams, Kristin Chenoweth, Cheryl Hines, and Josh Hutcherson are just a few that appear).

'Point Break' (2015)

Yes, we're talking about the "Point Break" remake rather than the original film from 1991, but hear us out: the imagery in this movie inspires some serious wanderlust. The story takes viewers to several of the wildest places on Earth (Mexico's Cave of Swallows, Venezuela's Angel Falls, etc.) and though the plot is slightly different from the original (think eco-terrorism rather than bank robberies), it is quiet possibly the most visually stimulating travel movie ever made.

'Girls Trip' (2017)

When was the last time you took a trip with just your core group of girlfriends? A quick watch of this comedy will have you planning your next gal pal getaway faster than you can say "PTO." In the film, a group of friends (Queen Latifah, Tiffany Haddish, Regina Hall, and Jada Pinkett Smith) head to New Orleans , but you'll be ready to travel anywhere with your best buds after watching "Girls Trip" — even if it's just to the next town over.

'The Way' (2010)

After his son is killed walking the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route to Galicia, Spain, Tom Avery (Martin Sheen) sets out on the trail himself to retrieve his son's body. Along the way, Tom meets several other travelers who are walking the trail in hopes of changing their own lives for one reason or another. This inspiring film may just persuade you to make the famed pilgrimage yourself, or to book a similarly reflective trip.

'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants' (2005)

If you were a teen or pre-teen in 2005, you have likely seen this movie and its 2008 sequel, and can attest that both inspire major wanderlust. The first film follows best friends Carmen, Lena, Bridget, and Tibby (who share a magical pair of jeans that fits them all perfectly) as they spend a summer in different parts of the world. Lena (Alexis Bledel) travels to Santorini, Greece , which makes for some seriously dreamy backdrops. In the sequel, the whole gang heads to Greece, but not before Bridget (Blake Lively) spends some time in Turkey .

'Up in the Air' (2009)

This George Clooney-led comedy-drama makes business travel and airports look glamorous — hospitable, even. Boasting just as many cityscape shots as it does plane scenes, "Up in the Air" will have you longing to be in the skies, jet setting off to some place new. Anna Kendrick and Vera Farmiga also star in this critically-acclaimed film about a man who lives out of a suitcase.

'Around the World in 80 Days' (1956)

If this classic adventure film doesn't inspire daydreams of traveling somewhere new, we're not sure what will. In 1872, Englishman Phileas Fogg makes a bet with several members of his gentleman's club that he can travel around the globe in just 80 days. On his journey, he and sidekick Jean Passepartout bring viewers along as they travel by gas balloon to France , Spain , Italy , India, Hong Kong , the United States , and more.

'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York' (1992)

The Home Alone movies usually fall under the comedy or holiday categories, but if you think about it, the second installment in the series is totally a travel movie. The film does a fantastic job of showing off the glamorous side of New York City , the place young Kevin McCallister accidentally ends up while the rest of his family vacations in Florida. From shots of the Rockefeller Christmas tree to the Manhattan skyline , this film is sure to inspire a trip to the Big Apple.

'Under the Tuscan Sun' (2003)

You won't find shots of northern Italy as serene as the ones in this feel-good film about independence, love, and friendship. After losing everything in her divorce, American writer Frances Mayes (Diane Lane) suddenly finds herself beginning a new life in the small Tuscan town of Cortona. And if you're anything like us, Googling "Tuscan villas for sale" will become a regular part of your life after watching this film.

'Angels & Demons' (2009)

Though "Angels & Demons" is classified as a thriller, it'll definitely make you want to head to Rome and dig up some history, both figuratively and literally. Based on the Dan Brown novel of the same name, the story follows Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) as he discovers secrets of the Vatican and faces off against the supposed Illuminati. If you're a fan, check out other Dan Brown adventure travel films, "The Da Vinci Code" (2006) and "Inferno" (2016).

'Easy Rider' (1969)

Our list features travel by plane, train , RV, and even hot air balloon , but "Easy Rider" is the only movie that follows a journey via motorcycle. In the film, drug smugglers Wyatt (Peter Fonda) and Billy (Dennis Hopper) ride from Los Angeles to New Orleans in hopes of reveling at Mardi Gras to celebrate their latest score. On their journey, they stop in several small towns, make a few friends, and unsuccessfully try to evade trouble.

'Out of Africa' (1985)

If Africa doesn't currently have a spot on your bucket list, this film might make you rethink that. Meryl Streep and Robert Redford star in this true story about Karen Blixen, a Danish woman who moves to Nairobi with her new husband, and builds a life there despite their many marital issues. "Out of Africa" features sweeping panoramic shots of Nairobi in nearly every scene, leaving it no wonder the drama won seven Academy Awards, including one for Best Cinematography.

'Johnson Family Vacation' (2004)

This family comedy starring Cedric the Entertainer, Vanessa Williams, and Solange Knowles follows the mildly dysfunctional Johnsons as they road trip to their family reunion in Missouri. On the drive, the family hilariously encounters just about every road trip cliché, from picking up a problematic hitchhiker to running out of gas, before making it to the reunion and performing a musical number to nab the coveted Family of the Year trophy.

'Midnight in Paris' (2011)

Set in present-day Paris , this Oscar-winning film is typically a favorite among art and literature lovers. At midnight each night, screenwriter Gil (Owen Wilson) is transported back in time through different eras of Paris, where he befriends Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Pablo Picasso, and even strikes up a romance with a 1920s woman named Adriana. The film offers plenty of inspiration for a culturally rich trip to France.

'The Parent Trap' (1998)

"The Parent Trap" is another film that may not immediately stand out as a travel flick, but once you take into account the film's many settings ( London , San Francisco, Napa Valley , and the northeastern U.S.), it's easy to see that this family classic has been a travel film all along. Plus, the main characters spend lots of time on planes, boats, and camping trips throughout the movie.

'The Talented Mr. Ripley' (1999)

Carefully spliced between disturbing revelations and suspenseful plot twists are luxurious shots of Italian beaches in this Matt Damon-led film. When Tom Ripley (Damon) is paid to travel to Italy and bring Dickie Greenleaf (Jude Law) back to the States by Dickie's father, Tom ends up befriending — and later becoming obsessed with — Dickie. Despite the plot quickly darkening, viewers are treated to bright, colorful scenes in Rome and glamorous seaside villages .

'Roman Holiday' (1953)

Romance? Check. Stunning visuals of Rome ? Check. Audrey Hepburn? Check. This classic travel comedy lands at the top of many movie buffs' all-time favorite lists, and for good reason. Bored with her mundane life as a European princess while on a trip to Rome, Ann (Hepburn) ditches her duties and hits the town with journalist Joe Bradley (Gregory Peck). The two take viewers on a tour of the Eternal City and fall in love in the process.

'Pee-wee’s Big Adventure' (1985)

Before you roll your eyes, take a moment to acknowledge that this film essentially sends happy-go-lucky Pee-wee Herman (Paul Reubens) on the great American road trip in search of his stolen bicycle. In this comedy for adults and children alike, Pee-wee stops at the Alamo, the Cabazon Dinosaur park in California , and Hollywood . Traveling by car, truck, and train, Pee-wee befriends a biker gang, competes in a rodeo, and of course, famously dances to "Tequila" before his journey is through.

Hillary Maglin is a digital editor who splits most of her time between New York City and Pittsburgh. You can find her on Instagram @hillarymaglin , where her DMs are always open to discuss travel gear, wine bars, and Taylor Swift's latest record.

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By Author Jurga

Posted on Last updated: September 8, 2023

Are you looking for some good movies about travel to kindle your wanderlust? This article has some great suggestions and some of the best travel films of all time . Find out!

Have you ever found yourself inspired to travel to one or the other location just because you saw it in a movie? It happens to me all the time! So in this article, I share some of my favorite travel movies , the ones that got me googling the filming location and planning a trip before the movie was even over.

If you are looking for a good story or some travel inspiration, then you’ll definitely find it in these films. These are one by one great travel movies and stories that will get you out of the couch and booking a trip to discover new destinations.

Below is my personal selection of some of the best travel movies of all time. Take a look!

Click on the title of the movie to see reviews, get a DVD, or watch it on Amazon Prime . Some of these movies are also available on Netflix.

These are the best travel films:

Into The Wild

Into The Wild is an unbelievable true story of a top student and athlete who abandons everything he has and hitchhikes to Alaska to live in the wilderness. This movie will probably stay with you forever.

It’s an inspiring story taking place in the most incredible landscapes of Alaska. If you choose just a few movies to watch from this list, definitely include this one in your selection!

The Way is a heart-warming story of a father who heads overseas to retrace the last days of his son’s life who passed away while traveling the Camino de Santiago trail in the Pyrenees (France – Spain). Once he gets there, he decides to take the pilgrimage himself.

This movie is about family, friendships, and life choices. And of course, the beautiful places along Camino de Santiago. It’s a powerful story that will make you think deeper about the difference of the life we live and the life we choose.

Under The Tuscan Sun

Under The Tuscan Sun is a romantic story that takes place in rural Tuscany . Lovely landscapes, an Italian lifestyle, and a heart-warming life story make it a perfect choice for a relaxing evening.

This beautiful light-hearted movie will get you planning a trip to Tuscany in Italy sooner than you think.

The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty

The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty   is a light-hearted story for a movie night with friends. The movie features some of the most incredible travel destinations all over the world.

A lot of the scenes (even the ones from the Himalayas and Afghanistan) are filmed in Iceland and some in Greenland . The unbelievable adventures of Walter Mitty will leave you longing for an extraordinary adventure of your own.

This film is so good that it has inspired thousands and thousands of people to travel more and discover new places. If you watch just one movie from this list of the best travel films, make it ‘The Secret Life of Walter Mitty’. You’ll love it!

A Walk in the Woods

A Walk in the Woods movie is based on a true story and a book by Bill Bryson, A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail .

The famous writer who never hiked much sets on the Appalachian Trail. With a total length of about 2,200 miles (3,500 km), this famous American hiking trail stretches through 14 states along the east coast of the United States, from Georgia to Maine.

I haven’t read the book and the reviews are somewhat mixed (it seems that people either love or hate Bryson and his writing style). But I find that the movie is really funny, entertaining, and the scenery will definitely inspire you to get outdoors and take a hike of your own.

Out of Africa

Ok, I know it’s an old one, but Out of Africa definitely deserves a place in the all-time favorite travel movies list.

Filmed in Kenya and the UK, this classic that has won 7 Oscars and countless other prizes will definitely get you dreaming of Africa. It’s one of those movies that you can watch again and again.

The Motorcycle Diaries

The Motorcycle Diaries is an awe-inspiring film that is based on the memoirs of Che Guevara.

It will take you to the most beautiful places in South America. A beautiful story in an incredible setting.

In Bruges  is very different from all the rest of the travel movies on this list. But I just had to include this movie in the top-20 of the best travel films because it’s filmed in Belgium, where we live.

It’s a hilarious dark comedy and a great performance by all three main characters in the most fantastic setting in Belgium’s most beautiful fairytale town.

If you haven’t been to Bruges, you’ll definitely want to visit it after watching this movie! Here you can find some inspiration with our insider tips for the best things to do in Bruges .

Before Sunrise – Before Sunset – Before Midnight

If you like Europe and deep meaningful dialogues with a good dose of humor, you’ll love this trilogy called Before Sunrise, Before Sunset, and Before Midnight . We only discovered these films recently when we accidentally saw the first one, Before Sunrise, on TV. 

Regarded as one of the most significant films of the ’90s, Before Sunrise, was followed by two more sequels. We watched all three films and loved every second of it.

The first movie takes you to Vienna, Austria, the second one – to Paris, and the third – to the Greek Islands.

These travel films are probably not for everyone, but if you can appreciate this style, you’ll love them all!

Amélie

If you haven’t been to Paris yet, you will definitely want to plan a trip after watching this movie. If you have, you’ll want to return.

Amélie is a beautiful example of French cinema. It will also take you to the most inspiring locations in Paris. The film is set in the Montmartre neighborhood in Paris and shows you the more local side of living in this fascinating city.

This travel movie is based on a true story of a young woman who sets on a journey of over 1,000 miles hoping to recover after the passing of her mother.

Wild  is full of beautiful scenes throughout the Pacific Northwest in the U.S. This is one of those travel films that remind you that often the journey is more important than the destination.

Lost In Translation

A beautiful film that shows the fun and unexpected side of traveling in a new country. Lost In Translation is about the many little random travel experiences that stay with you long after you return back home.

The sights and the energy of Tokyo will get you planning a trip to Japan.

‘Lost in Translation’ is considered a real classic and one of the best travel films ever.

Midnight in Paris

Midnight in Paris is a bit different travel film than all the rest in this selection. And it’s probably not for everyone…

But if you like Woody Allen, Paris, and the artist lifestyle, then you’ll love this surreal story that takes you back to Paris of the 1920s.

A Good Year

A Good Year is a light-hearted romantic story that takes place in the most beautiful setting in the Provence region in the South of France.

This movie will not only inspire you to visit France but might also make you reconsider your life choices. It’s a story about leaving the rat race, getting back to your roots, and enjoying the simple things in life.

A truly great film!

The Way Back

The Way Back is inspired by an incredible true story of seven prisoners from very different backgrounds who try to escape from a Siberian prison in winter.

This movie is filmed in some amazing locations in India, Morocco, and Bulgaria and features some great actors.

The Beach is a great film from the ’90s that has a little bit of everything: good story, beautiful music, and amazing scenery from Thailand. Oh, and the young Leonardo DiCaprio, who once again proves that he deserves the Oscar he finally got recently.

For a while, Thailand even had to close Maya Beach on Koh Phi-Phi due to its increasing popularity which has been attributed mainly to this film. So if you feel inspired to visit Thailand after watching ‘The Beach’, you may want to look for some alternative beaches and beautiful islands.

You can find some inspiration in our Thailand island hopping itinerary .

Tracks is a beautiful adventure film of a young woman who crossed 1,700-miles over the deserts of West Australia with four camels and her faithful dog.

It’s based on a true story and featuring some amazing Australian landscapes. A beautiful film that will inspire you to visit the Australian Outback !

Encounters At The End Of The World

Encounters At The End Of The World is an incredibly beautiful and funny travel film about the people and animals who live in Antarctica.

If Antarctica was not on your travel list yet, it will be after watching this great documentary!

The Bucket List

The Bucket List is sentimental, predictable, and yet a very heart-warming story that will inspire you to tick off your bucket list sooner rather than later.

Filmed in various locations in India, China, Egypt, Tanzania, France, and the U.S., this movie will definitely give you some new ideas for the next trips.

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So, this is a list of some of my top travel films and favorite movies about travel. Have you seen any of these films? Which one is your favorite travel movie of all time?

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Monday 18th of September 2023

When I’m always about to go on an adventure I keep coming back to this page to get inspired to travel to somewhere new

Thursday 21st of September 2023

What a great way to find some trip inspiration, Joshua. Happy travels!

Sunday 5th of March 2023

They aren’t travel movies, but The Lord of the Rings trilogy inspired me to go to New Zealand! How could those scenes in the mountains not inspire everyone?

Monday 6th of March 2023

Agree! (and New Zealand is absolutely stunning ;))

Thursday 2nd of March 2023

Thank you for sharing! This list is awesome!

Saturday 22nd of October 2022

If you wanna know one more... U can watch "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara". It means "U won't have a second Life again". It's soo good and so inspiring...thank me later.

Sunday 23rd of October 2022

Thanks for the recommendation, Asif! Will see if we can find this movie.

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Thank you for the awesome movie recommendations

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The 18 Best Sailing Movies to Watch on Netflix & Amazon

Watching one of these best sailing movies, you can sail into the ocean from the comfort of your couch.

Watching movies is a great way to take a trip without ever leaving the comfort of your own home. So, if you’re longing to take a voyage on the sea, a sailing movie is a great option!

Our favorite sailing movies include a great story and amazing views! All of the films on our list are available on Amazon Prime, Hulu, or Netflix at this time. So you can watch a great film about setting sail without ever leaving your house!

Most of these options also lend them selves to be a great outdoor movie night or pool party movie choice !

The 18 Best Sailing Movies

From action-packed thrillers set on a boat to inspiring documentaries about real-life sailors, you’re going to love each of the sailing movies in this comprehensive list.

Rated PG-13

A young couple sets sail on an adventure of a lifetime across the open sea together. But as they’re sailing across the ocean, one of the most catastrophic hurricanes in history capsizes their boat, leaving them to fight for their lives in the ocean, in this sailing thriller based on a true story.

2. Life of Pi

After surviving a shipwreck, the young son of a zookeeper is trapped on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger in this Oscar winning sailing movie directed by Ang Lee.

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3. deep water (2006).

This sailing documentary tells the true story of the first solo, non-stop boat race around the world. As the film progresses, the filmmakers work to uncover the toll the grueling sea trip took on the race’s participants. The documetary features Simon and Clare Crowhurst.

4. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World

In this historical drama, Russell Crowe plays a 19th century British ship captain who struggles as he prepares rag-tag team of crew members to attack a French ship.

5. Captain Ron

After a man finds out he’s inherited a yacht, he takes his family on a trip to the Caribbean to bring the ship home in this sailing comedy. When they arrive, the family hires a shady captain to help repair the ship and sail them back to Miami, leading to plenty of trouble on the trip home.

Kurt Russell and Martin Short star in this sailing film.

A group of sailors come together to reclaim the America’s Cup for the American team after a defeat the year before in this action-packed sailing movie starring Matthew Modine and Jennifer Grey.

7. White Squall

An educational sailing trip turns into a larger life lesson for a group of prep school students when their boat gets caught in a white squall storm in this Ridley Scott sailing movie classic featuring Jeff Bridges and John Savage.

8. Dead Calm

When a seasoned sailor and his wife, played by Nicole Kidman, take their yacht out on a long vacation trip across the ocean, they come upon a sinking boat in the middle of a calm sea. After rescuing the distressed sailor, the couple uncovers a horrifying sight and works to uncover the mystery behind the capsized vessel.

9. Kon Tiki

This Academy Award winning classic sailing documentary tells the story of a group of sailors who took a 4,300 nautical mile trip across the Pacific ocean on a raft. 

10. Maidentrip

Follow 14-year-old Laura Dekker as she achieves her dream of becoming the youngest person to set sail around the world alone in this riveting sailing documentary.

11. The Old Man and the Sea

Based on the classic novel by Ernest Hemingway, this sailing movie follows Santiago on a fishing trip that ends with the biggest catch of his life. But when sharks attack his catch, he must fight to keep his fish and save himself.

12. Morning Light

Watch as 15 young sailors compete to join the crew of the Morning Light, a sleek racing boat bound for the Transpac LA to Hawaii open ocean race in this Disney sailing documentary.

13. The Perfect Storm

To help tide his crew over for the winter, a fishing boat captain insists the group go out for one more fishing trip before the cold weather arrives. But as the crew sets sail, a storm begins to brew directly in their boat’s path in this sailing movie starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg.

14. Red Dot on the Ocean

Hoping to become the first person to sail around North and South America alone, Matt Rutherford goes on a death-defying ocean journey in this popular sailing documentary.

15. The Mercy

Leaving behind a loving wife (Rachel Weisz), an amateur sailor named Donald Crowhurst (played by Colin Firth) competes in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race around the world. This movie has some of the prettiest sailing scenes and is based on a true story.

An overworked doctor takes her dream trip sailing alone across the Atlantic. But when she comes across a boat filled with refugees, she jumps in to organize the group and get them to safety.

17. The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

Famous Steve Zissou sets sail with this crew to find a (possibly nonexistent) Jaguar Shark. This quirky comedy stars Bill Murrary, Owen Wilson, and Cate Blanchett.

18. Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Johnny Depp plays Captain Jack Sparrow in this popular Disney franchise about the days of pirates and treasure hunts.

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Whether you’re an experienced sailor or you get sea sick at the sight of water, you can enjoy a vicarious trip across the ocean with the help of a good movie. And these amazing sailing movies won’t disappoint!

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10 great out-to-sea movies besides titanic & where to watch them.

Titanic is the movie most people think about when it comes to the sea but there are some other greats you can stream today!

Life at sea is not always paradise. Movies remind viewers of that easily, primarily with the horror films  that take place on the water (or under it). But there are certainly plenty of big box office  hits and smaller out-at-sea movies that remained fan favorites long after they were released.

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Moviegoers automatically think about the one-and-only couple (that could have made it through if only he had a chance to fit on the floating piece in the Atlantic), Jack and Rose from Titanic . However, there are countless other films that grip viewers tight and keep them engaged until the end, whether they involve romance, action, horror, or all of the above.

Adrift (Netflix)

Shailene Woodley plays the important role of Tami Oldham, based on the true story of her and her fiancee who set sail from Tahiti to San Diego.

Woodley and Sam Clafin nailed their respective roles in Adrift as the two sailors that fall in love. Adventure and fearlessness come into play throughout the beginning of this film, only to then twist into a heartbreaking reality for the duo when they get stranded at sea. Netflix currently has this film available to stream.

Captain Phillips (FuboTV)

That iconic line from brilliant actor (aside from the great Tom Hanks), Barkhad Abdi, "Look at me, I am the captain now," showcases how  Captain Phillips displays the fright that happens when an entire ship is taken over by pirates.

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Like any other role, Hanks played the captain genuinely, showing his demeanor under stress and also the effects of the fearful event he goes through. This movie is currently offered on FuboTV.

The Triangle (Youtube)

There are a myriad of versions of what happens in the middle of The Bermuda Triangle, but all the films mostly involve the haunting and inexplicable circumstances that people are put through in this location. This 2001 television movie stars the late Luke Perry , follows that trope.

A couple of friends go to Bermuda and go out to the triangle for some fun. They originally have absolutely no idea that (spoilers ahead) the triangle is basically a wormhole and they've been missing for quite some time when they went out deeper through the water. The best part is that anyone can search for this film on Youtube (no subscription required) and watch it for free at this time.

The Shallows (FX)

Aside from being another shark-infested flick, Blake Lively portrays a convincing one-woman show trying to evade a killer shark attack.

Being that most of the film takes place on one rock in the middle of the water, the entire plot is unique because this one location is already extremely suspenseful. Unfortunately for the main character, life at sea is not the best for her for a while. The Shallows is currently streaming with a subscription to FX.

47 Meters Down: Uncaged (Amazon Prime)

The first 47 Meters Down film is available to purchase on multiple platforms, but its sequel is available to stream on Amazon Prime as part of a subscription

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Aside from its seriously tough-as-nails ending, the entire film has some pretty cool shots under the sea. The teenage girls that wind up in this deeply gnarly trouble have state-of-the-art scuba gear as they try to find a way out of the underwater maze. The threat of the sharks isn't the only frightening aspect of their traumatic adventure.

All Pirates of the Caribbean Films (Disney Plus & Starz)

Some consider the Pirates of the Caribbean series to be the best swashbuckler movies of all time . Each film is detailed with the most intricate details in the landscape, costumes, and characters. The romance and action tie up each film with unique endings.

The presence out at sea is full for the audience to swallow, as they watch the waves crash and the pirates fight when they approach Jack Sparrow's beloved horizon. The comical moments throughout each film lighten up this treacherous sea life they all are living. Four of the five films can be accessed on Disney Plus, while On Stranger Tides is on Starz!

Cast Away (HBO)

Tom Hanks is at it again here with another oceanic, adventurous role, except this one is one of his earlier films that helped his stardom. The movie is considered a work of art with its combination of love, intelligence, and survival overall to get through the struggle of living on an island for years.

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The concept of loneliness is frightening for people to live through. However, that is precisely what keeps audiences fishing for more as they watch the main character live a new life out in the middle of the entire ocean. Cast Away is now streaming on HBO!

Finding Dory (Disney Plus)

Everyone knows about Finding Nemo and deem it as one of Pixar's best creations . But what about Dory's sequel? This happy movie isn't always given as much attention now, possibly because some fans are still very attached to Nemo.

Finding Dory is a fun adventure under the sea. It's hard for Pixar veteran and new generation viewers to not enjoy this swim with Dory. Since it's a Disney film, anyone can stream it on Disney Plus, of course.

Aquaman (HBO Max)

Jason Momoa does not disappoint in his role as the badass underwater superhero. It's impressive to watch as he easily can switch positions in life on land and under the sea.

Arthur isn't the typical hero because his aggression definitely makes his position look questionable at times, but it's obvious that his intentions are good as his quest is personal because his mother is involved. The movie's ending is a refreshing sight because of its comical and lighthearted aura. Aquaman is currently streaming on HBO Max.

Nim's Island (Available To Rent Amazon Prime)

Many may have forgotten one of Abigail Breslin's coolest roles of her career. Nim's Island  follows a young girl who lives on an island with her intelligent father. When he leaves for a scientific mission, Nim is left alone for a bit which causes concern.

The little girl's inspiration with "Alex Rover" leads to an interesting encounter with Jodie Foster's anxious character, an author, but Nim believes she is an actual adventurer. The family-friendly film depicts a child's daily life out at sea on an island—an inspirational sight for younger viewers to see. This movie can be rented on Amazon Prime.

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Top 10 seafaring adventure films

The sea is a harsh mistress – bad for humans, great for cinema.

These 10 seafaring films are brilliant depictions of life at sea, and all the adventure, danger, solitude and madness that goes along with it.

10. “Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World” (2003, rated PG-13)

Peter Weir’s rip-roaring yarn, based on Patrick O’Brian’s series of nautical-adventure novels set during the Napoleonic War, made a great case for a film franchise that never was. Russell Crowe turns in an excellent performance as barrel-chested Captain Jack Aubrey alongside an equally excellent Paul Bettany as Stephen Maturin, a nerdy doctor who proves himself an unlikely but essential ally to the more macho captain in his hunt for a French privateer. It’s daringly old-fashioned, filled with thrilling fights at sea — and it’s a shame they never made another.

9. “All Is Lost” (2013, rated PG-13)

It’s Robert Redford against the elements in this lean, hypnotic survival film that’s a testament to the human will – and to Redford’s enduring star power. The actor plays the only character on screen, an unnamed protagonist adrift on a flooding yacht somewhere in the desolate expanse of the Indian Ocean. The film is a technical, minimalistic marvel, with nary a word spoken as Redford battles the unforgiving elements. Most amazing is that Redford was 77 when the film was released, and he’s still going strong.

8. “The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou” (2004, rated R)

This homage to, and parody of, Jacques Cousteau is director Wes Anderson’s least-restrained film. Bill Murray stars as the eccentric oceanographer Zissou, who sets out with his estranged wife, a pregnant journalist, a pilot who might be his son and sundry other crewmembers to exact revenge on the Jaguar Shark that ate his partner. The film seems, for a while, like it might buckle under the weight of its own quirkiness: There are the red beanies, fantastical stop-motion-animated sea creatures, David Bowie songs sung in Portuguese. But Murray delivers the emotional connection when he finally finds the shark; there’s something so wonderfully sad, so weary and alone, about the way he delivers the line, “I wonder if it remembers me.”

7. “Lifeboat” (1944, not rated)

Alfred Hitchcock was a master of claustrophobic filmmaking, setting several films in a single, suffocating location (“Rear Window,” “Rope”). “Lifeboat” takes that style of filmmaking to the extreme. True to its title, it sets adrift a handful of bickering passengers on a tiny boat after a WWII naval attack. They’re friendly and optimistic enough at the start, but as rescue becomes a distant hope and they confront horrors at sea, one by one they descend into desperation – and sometimes madness.

6. "Crimson Tide" (1995, rated R)

A submarine movie directed by Tony Scott, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and thunderously scored by Hans Zimmer — this is '90s machismo at its very best. Defiant young gun Lt. Commander Ron Hunter (Denzel Washington) challenges trigger-happy Capt. Frank Ramsey (Gene Hackman) and instigates a mutiny to keep him from launching nuclear missiles at Russian enemies before confirming orders to do so. Washington is young idealism put into motion, and he clashes beautifully against old-fashioned Hackman.

5. “Titanic” (1997, rated PG-13)

James Cameron tapped into his inner 14-year-old girl and surfaced with this silly, Celine Dion-serenaded romance set against the ice floes of the north Atlantic. (Not among its 14 Oscar nominations? A writing category.) But although his heroine, betrothed socialite Rose DeWitt Bukater (Kate Winslet), comes across on the page as a petulant teen in lust with an itinerant prostitute-doodling ruffian (Leonardo DiCaprio), the pair elevate the adolescent dialogue with charisma and chemistry to spare. And Cameron, master of action set pieces, outdoes himself with the famed ship’s dramatic sinking.

4. “Captain Phillips” (2013, rated PG-13)

Director Paul Greengrass knows his way around a thriller. Even though we know how this story ends — it’s based on a real-life 2009 hostage situation in which Somali pirates hijacked a U.S. cargo ship, and their hostage, Capt. Richard Phillips, lived to write a book about his ordeal — Greengrass still delivers a harrowing nail-biter. No film on this list better depicts the devastating psychological effect of a hostage situation on its victim, and Tom Hanks gave the performance of his career in the film’s final five minutes, when the adrenaline runs out and he’s safe to finally feel the fear. Few things are sadder in this life than seeing Tom Hanks cry.

3. “Mutiny on the Bounty” (1935, not rated)

Mutiny is the ugliest word on the high seas, but it rings of heroism in this best-picture winner. Charles Laughton is the despicable Captain William Bligh and Clark Gable is the picture of heroism as Lieutenant Fletcher Christian, who stages a coup after Bligh unjustly punishes crewmembers, demonstrates disregard for their lives and cuts rations dangerously low. Laughton is mesmerizing as the hunched, scowling captain, and Gable is, well, dreamy as ever, even without the mustache.

2. “Das Boot” (1981, rated R)

This German epic war film is a marathon well worth the effort, with the director’s cut running 3 and a half hours. But what that generous screen-time buys is a masterpiece. Wolfgang Petersen’s WWII film is confined on the U-96 submarine along with its crew, who are driven to the edge of sanity in their claustrophobic metal tube, pitted against boredom, exhaustion, low morale, the elements – and the British. One of the all-time great war films, at times as hard to watch as the soldiers find it hard to live.

1. "Jaws" (1975, rated PG)

You want to feel unaccomplished? Steven Spielberg was just 27 when he started working on "Jaws," the film that gave birth to the summer blockbuster and elevated monsters from B-movie schlock to Oscar-nominated masterpieces (and ruining beach vacations for a generation of moviegoers in the process). The lore is that it's something of an accidental masterpiece, a broken animatronic shark forcing the wunderkind to rely less on creature effects and more on suspense. But Spielberg's deft direction is no accident, and neither is John Williams' minimalist score and the incredible chemistry between the three primary characters — Roy Scheider as the island's family-man police chief, Richard Dreyfuss as a nerdy marine biologist and Robert Shaw as a hardcore shark hunter. You're gonna need a bigger boat, indeed.

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60 Best Travel Movies to Inspire Wanderlust

Written By: The Planet D

Travel Movies

Updated On: February 14, 2024

What makes for great travel movies? We feel it is when the destination becomes the star. A movie that showcases beautiful cities , landscapes, and culture is a movie that inspires us to visit a destination or relive our time there when we get home. Dave and I love movies. We worked in the film business in our previous careers and lived for the cinema. So when we chose our list of the best travel movies, we took it seriously. 

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The Best Travel Movies

Our choices for the best travel movies are probably very different than yours, so leave a comment and let us know what you think the best travel movies are. We are always looking for new travel films to ignite our wanderlust. To rent or buy one of these travel films to inspire wanderlust right now, check out Amazon Instant Video

The Best Travel Movies to Inspire Wanderlust

1. in bruges.

This is by far the best travel movie. One of the characters actually carries around a guidebook! If you love a good caper set in an exotic location, you’ll love In Bruges. Collin Farrel and Brendan Gleeson star as two hit men who are sent to Bruges, Belgium to hide out after a job goes bad.

The more Colin Farrell’s character complained of hating Bruges (in Belgium), the more you took in the surroundings of Bruges and noticed just how picturesque the city is. While the film is primarily a crime drama and dark comedy it intertwines the city’s picturesque locations and cultural aspects with the narrative seamlessly.

Rent or Buy In Bruges on Amazon

2. banshees of inisherin trailer

I was so excited to see Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson reunite and this time, they share screen time in one of the newest travel films on our list, the Banshees of Inisherin. The movie takes place on the Aran Islands of Ireland and showcases the beauty of that destination as two friends go through some very dark times.

Gleessan’s character Colm decides he has wasted his life and cuts ties with his lifelong best friend Pádraic (Farrell) and all kinds of darkness begins. It had some of the best acting I’ve seen in years, and every one of the four main cast was nominated for Acadamy Awards.

3. One Week

One of our favorite travel movies of all time. And not because it is set in Canada. One Week follows a young man driving a motorcycle on a cross-country road trip across Canada after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. No movie has made me want to explore a country more than One Week. It showcases Canada beautifully.

I didn’t want to see this movie because of its morbid subject, but it ended up being an uplifting and enlightening film of self-discovery. It truly is the ultimate Canadian road trip movie. Rent One Week Here on Amazon

4. Secret Life of Walter Mitty

I had to watch this most popular of all travel films twice before deciding I liked The Secret Life of Walter Mitty and I can understand why it is at the top of most lists of best travel movies. This movie takes you from New York, to Iceland, Greenland and the Himalayas.

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty shows how taking a risk and getting out of your comfort zone can lead to great things. The ending was my favorite, but I won’t spoil it for you. Rent it now .

5. Before Sunrise Trilogy

We have three of our favorite travel movies in one package! And each showcases the destination they are in. The Before Sunrise movies are about love but they are also very much travel films. They were filmed 10 years apart and they take place in three different locations around Europe – Vienna , Paris , and Greece .

The Before Sunrise trilogies capture the essence of each destination. And here’s a cool fact – Dave and I stayed at  Costa Navarino  in Greece where After Midnight took place!

It is probably the best of all romantic travel movies out there that literally spans three decades. (They film a movie every 10 years). Watch Before Sunrise and Sunset on Amazon Prime

6. Planes Trains and Automobiles

John Candy and Steve Martin take an unexpected cross country road trip from New York City to Chicago. This is Dave’s pick for the best travel movie.

This is considered one of the great comedy travel movies, but I look at it as a drama. John Candy’s character breaks my heart. You may think of it as a holiday film but it is also one of the funniest travel films out there. If you’re in the mood for a good heartfelt comedy,  rent it today.

7. Julie & Julia

Not only does Julie and Julia star the great Meryl Streep but this travel movie is based on blogging. It’s like it was made for us! I was surprised by how much I loved this movie based on the true story of Julia Child and I didn’t go in expecting much.

Julie & Julia follows the life of Julia Child during her time in Paris and cuts throughout to the present day in New York . It makes you crave French cuisine and a life of decadence in France. When it comes to choosing a  favorite travel movie this one is right up there. Rent it now

8. The Big Year

The Big Year follows Jack Black (who doesn’t love Jack Black?), Owen Wilson, and Steve Martin traveling around the United States with hopes of becoming the number 1 bird watcher in the world. It ended up being one of the most surprising travel films I’ve seen.

They are obsessed with spotting more species of birds than any other person in 365 days. I related to this movie because it is more about the journey and how having a great adventure can change a life. Rent it Now

Best Travel Movies for Adventure Lovers

9. into the wild.

The real-life true story chronicles the journey of  Christopher McCandless who went on a cross country road trip through the US and ended up in Alaska .

I read Into the Wild years ago and was mesmerized trying to figure out how someone could give up everything to go and live off the grid. John Krakauer dug into the psyche of McCandless and what motivates people to take risks.

Things don’t turn out as he hoped, and it is a lesson learned for would-be adventurers. Enjoy it now !

Wild is an adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s travel memoir, From Lost To Found On The Pacific Crest Trail. Based on a true story, it follows her journey about putting a life back together after it all falls apart.

Pushing the limits physically on the Pacific Crest Trail and stepping out of her comfort zone take her on a journey of self-discovery. A struggle and journey can change a life and Reese Witherspoon is excellant as usual. Check it out on Amazon

11. Everest

Everest by John Krakauer is the true story of the catastrophe that happened on Everest in 1996. It’s a first-hand account by Krakauer who was on Everest at the time. While the movie focuses on the events, it does showcase the psyche of why people climb mountains and it shows the culture and beauty of the Everest Region.

As far as travel movies go, even though it is based on a dark subject, it does make me want to go to Everest. So we did! Plus, it stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Josh Brolin, so how can you go wrong?

• You can rent this movie made in Hollywood
• You can also check out the documentary.

Tracks is another travel movie base on a true story and I really enjoyed it. It’s a film about a young woman who walks across Australia from Alice Springs to the Indian Ocean with four camels and her pet dog.

What I really liked is how the lead character Robyn Davidson learns the skills needed to survive. She is visited by a photographer from National Geographic who shared her story and was led through the sacred lands of the Outback by an Aboriginal elder. Watch this Amazing true story on Amazon ! 

13. World’s Fastest Indian 

From New Zealand to America, Anthony Hopkins takes his Indian Motorcycle to the salt flats to see how far he can go. The World’s Fastest Indian is one of my favorite performances by Hopkins and it is one of the great underrated travel movies.

He is vulnerable, lovable, and inspiring. This true story takes you on a fun road trip along the way until he reaches the Salt Flats of California and that is when you really start rooting for him to win! Rent it on Amazon Prime

14. Adventures of Pricilla Queen of the Desert

Adventures of Pricilla Queen of the Desert follows a group of drag queens taking a cross country road trip in a van named “Pricilla” from Sydney to Alice Springs where they are going to perform their drag show.

They meet a lot of characters along the way and this film introduced us to superstars Hugo Weaving and Guy Pearce who joined the already-established Terrence Stamp.

15. Motorcycle Diaries

Ever since watching one of the best travel movies about South America, (you guessed it, the Motorcycle Diaries) wanted to do a road trip through South America. (PS. I’m still dreaming of that road trip through South America one day)

Gael García Bernal stars as Che Guevera and it follows his journey on a motorcycle trip through South America before he became a part of the revolution. This movie is based on a true story where Che traveled through the continent and I believe it was traveling through South America that Che saw what people were going through and that is what sparked him to take action in his own way.

• Check it out for yourself
• Rent it on Amazon

16. The Way

Dave and I have always wanted to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain. This movie is a bittersweet tribute to the epic hike. Acting legend Martin Sheen walks the trail to honor his son Emilio Estevez (also director) who died on the walk. This movie explores themes of grief, regret, and understanding.

Sheen’s character finishes what his son started helping him connect and understand his son while examining his own life and is one of the most moving travel movies on our list. You can watch it on Amazon

Best Classic Travel Movies

17. lawrence of arabia.

Lawrence of Arabia made us dream of the Arabian Desert and that is what travel films are meant to do. I would say that this is often considered one of the best travel movies of all time. It’s the original travel movie for sure and it really does capture the majesty of the Arabian Desert.

When we got the chance to visit Jordan and walk in the footsteps of the real Lawrence of Arabia, we couldn’t believe we were living our own travel movie. This will make you want to go on an adventure and spend the night in a Bedouin tent. Rent it on Amazon Prime Now

18. Out of Africa

If you want another Meryl Streep vehicle that is often considered one of the best travel movies, you should try  Out of Africa. Out of Africa takes place in a different time, but it captures the heart of Africa beautifully.

Based on a true story, Meryl Streep stars as a married baroness in love with big game hunter Robert Redford. Their chemistry is unmistakable. She falls in love with Africa and you will fall in love with it too.

The cinematography is outstanding. It won 7 Oscars including Best Picture and Best Cinematography. Rent Out of Africa

19. Romancing the Stone

Who didn’t fantasize about an adventure in Colombia after watching Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas in Romancing the Stone? As a kid I always thought about the line “ I need to get to Cartagena ” and while I had no idea where Cartagena was,(It’s in South America by the way) I knew it was exciting.

In the most romanticly fun of travel movies, Kathleen Turner transformed from a scared writer who merely writes about adventure, to a woman encountering an adventure and meeting a rugged mysterious man in exotic Columbia. Watch Romancing the Stone today

20. The Bucket List

With two of my favorite actors and a message to live life to the fullest, the Bucket List is one amazing movie and one of the best travel movies. I think it actually invented the term, The Bucket List. The phrase has been overused in recent years, but the message never gets old. The Bucket List is the original “live your dreams now” travel movie.

It’s beautifully acted, heartfelt, and showcases how life should be lived to the fullest. Rent or buy it here!

Most people say that Amelie is one of the best travel movies of all time. So this list wouldn’t be complete without it. I did love the views of Paris and the everyday life showcased in Montmartre.

I also enjoyed the uplifting message of a quiet young woman named, Amelie helping the people around her in the lovely district of Montmartre in Paris. If you want to watch sweeping scenes through Paris streets and if you love Paris, you can’t help but like Amelie. So check it out !

22. Roman Holiday

This did not age well in our opinion. We watched it recently and it is just downright bad. Many people will probably disagree. But as far as travel movies go, it is fun to see a princess posing as a regular young Woman zipping around Rome.

They should remake Roman Holiday, it would be fun. Rent it on Prime

23. Sideways

I admit it. After this movie came out, I didn’t drink Merlot for years! Sideways takes us on a road trip through California wine country and it really is filled with amazing performances by Paul Giamatti, Sandra Oh, Virginia Madsen, and Thomas Hayden Church.

We have been to Santa Maria, California, and this movie captures the feel of wine country perfectly. Rent or buy on Amazon Prime 

24. Up in the Air

Up in the Air makes you love the idea of travel but it shows the emptiness that the life of a vagabond can lead to if you don’t stay grounded with your family and friends. It’s not in the genre of typical travel films out there, but travel is the main theme.

I cannot go through airport security anymore without thinking of George Clooney as his character has the art of travel down to a science.

This movie also has a great message that Dave and I can relate to. We all become so consumed with our careers and our lives that we forget about what is important. Get it on Amazon Instant Video

Best Travel Movies Highlighting Destinations

25. ticket to paradise.

Our newest addition to our travel movies is from two legends, George Clooney and Julia Roberts who take us to Bali for their daughter’s wedding. The two divorced years ago, but agree that their daughter is too young to get married and decide to sabotage the wedding.

This movie showcases the culture and beauty of Bali while showing us once again how travel can be transformational and can change your life.

I love these two together, George and Julia, and great friends in real life and have amazing on-screen chemistry.

26. The Beach – Thailand

The Beach is the original backpacker slacker travel film. The Beach captures what Thailand was like before tourists started flocking to it en-masse. At one time, it was an off-the-beaten-path backpacker destination. We enjoyed the book more, but you can never go wrong with Leo.

If you want to get a sense of what it was like to travel to Thailand before mass tourism, this is a good movie for you. Plus it is beautiful and as far as travel movies go, it will make you want to go to Thailand. Not only are the people beautiful, but the scenery of southern Thailand is also out of this world.

Take in the journey as they search for a hidden beach that is pure perfection.

27. Lost in Translation – Tokyo

Tokyo is a bit strange. It is unlike anywhere else on earth, and Lost in Translation showcases the culture shock that one feels when staying in a different city.

There are different customs in Japan and the culture is much different than anywhere else and this movie captures that odd feeling you get when traveling there. Lost in Translation highlights some of the best spots in Tokyo.

The hotel where the movie takes place still has one of the best views in the city! And who doesn’t love Bill Murray? He is priceless and it’s one of Scarlett Johanson’s best performances. Check it Out

28. Slumdog Millionaire – India

We traveled to India in 2010 and Slumdog Millionaire seemed to capture the true slums of India while showcasing the heart of the people. Many of the rich cities are modern, but when traveling through rural India and the poorer areas, this is what it’s like.

Dev Patel stars as a young Indian boy who gets on a game show that could change his life. It’s heartbreaking, raw, and sometimes uncomfortable which is exactly what travel can be too hence why it made the list of our favorite travel movies. Download it here on Amazon

If you are a fan of Dev Patel (as we are) you will love him in another of our favorite travel films, Lion. Lion is based on a true story and is an emotional journey that takes audiences across India and Australia spanning cultures, and decades.

Patel plays Saroo Brierley, a young Indian boy who gets lost on a train in India at the age of five. After surviving several challenges on the streets of Kolkata and eventually being adopted by an Australian family, Saroo, as an adult, uses Google Earth to find his birth mother and the journey begins. The movie also stars Nicol Kidman.

30. Vicky, Cristina Barcelona – Spain

Admit it, we all want to go to Spain and run into beautiful people like Penelope Cruz and Javier Barden. I think this movie did so well because it inspired everyone to go to Barcelona. (That’s our criteria for choosing the best travel movies, how they inspired travel)

Vicky Cristina Barcelona makes us dream of the cities in Spain , the passion of the Spanish people and getting away for a summer in Spain.

Vicky Cristina Barcelona definitely is an inspiring travel movie and one of the best travel films out there. It really captures the energy and passion of Spain in Barcelona . Rent Vicky Christina Barcelona on Amazon

31. Under the Tuscan Sun – Italy

For the romantics out there, Under the Tuscan Sun is one of the best travel movies. Wouldn’t you just love to buy a villa in Tuscany and fall in love with a stranger?

This is one of my favorite romantic travel films and Under the Tuscan Sun based on a true story. After a bad divorce, her character takes a trip to Italy courtesy of her best friend, (The incredible Sandra Oh!) and buys a house!

This travel movie is based on a true story where our star shares the trials and tribulations of renovating a Tuscan villa. You can rent Under the Tuscan Sun on Amazon

32. Best Exotic Marigold Hotel – India

We always preach that you are never too old to try something new and you are never too old to travel and that is the premise of one of the most beloved travel movies, Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. It’s chock full of great legendary actors including Dame Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel follows a group of retirees who travel to India to live out their days at a crumbling retirement hotel. All mayhem and madness ensue as things can only in India. There’s romance, tragedy, and hope. Rent it now

33. A Good Year – Provence France

A Good Year made me want to go to Provence and live a simple life…on a multi-million dollar vineyard estate. That’s reasonable, right? And that’s what travel movies make you want to do…Pick up and go somewhere.

A Good Year makes life in Provence look like the Garden of Eden and I want a piece of it. Everyone is beautiful, everyone is a wine connoisseur, and everyone is pure and good. Who wouldn’t want to go to the south of France after seeing A Good Year? Rent it now.

34. Midnight in Paris – Paris

Looking for travel movies that combine time travel this movie night? Midnight in Paris captures the golden years of Paris as Owen Wilson walks through the streets at night in search of that romantic nostalgia of the city.

Blending time travel with traditional travel, this film showcases Paris’s rich history and examines how different eras appeal to different people.

He ends up meeting the famous patrons of the 1920s including Cole Porter, Ernest Hemingway, Gertrude Stein, and more! This travel movie makes me want to hop on a flight to Paris every time! Watch it on Amazon Prime or get it on DVD

35. Australia – Australia

This movie was crucified by the critics, but I loved it and its one of the best travel movies showcasing the beauty of Australia’s landscape. Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman take her cattle across the Outback.

It also touches on the injustices of how Australia treated the Aboriginal People, reminding me of what Canada did with residential schools to our own indigenous communities.

It’s beautifully shot and is a love letter to Australia while highlighting the true story of the Aboriginal struggles. I think it deserved more love than it got. Check it out on Amazon

36. The Impossible

It took me forever to finally watch the impossible because it is based on the true story of surviving the devastating Tsunami in Southeast Asia. It follows a family from England who are vacationing in Thailand and are impacted by the Tsunami.

It showcases the huge hearts that the Thai people have. Even while going through their own trauma, they play a huge role in helping this family get back together and survive.

The movie stars Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor and Tom Holland and it is one of the best performances I think Naomi Watts has ever done.

Lighthearted Travel Movies

37. eurovision.

This is one of the funniest travel movies out there. The movie kicks off (after a brief flashback) in Iceland showcasing its beautiful landscapes and waterfalls with sweeping drone shots of the stars performing.

It has all the stereotypes and cliches of Iceland, but it is done with heart and fun. It really is a love letter to Iceland. Follow Lars and Sigrit as they try to fulfill their dream of competing in Eurovision in Edinburgh. The movie gives a nice showcase of that city too making it two travel movies in one. Rent it on Amazon

38. Darjeeling Limited

This quirkiest of travel movies takes Owen Wilson, Jason Schwartzman, and Adrian Brody across India one year after their father’s death starting on the Darjeeling Express train. It’s strange, heartbreaking, hilarious, and pure Wes Anderson.

When they visit their mother in an Ashram, it makes me think of the strange people that run away to India to find themselves. Oh yeah, he gets it. Check it out on Amazon Prime

39. Forgetting Sarah Marshall

Set in the very real Turtle Bay Resort in Oahu this pick on our travel movies list stars Jason Seigel as a Hollywood Writer who goes to Hawaii to heal his wounds after getting dumped by his girlfriend Kristen Bell. It turns out, she is there on vacation with her new boyfriend and shenanigans ensue.

This movie makes you want to book a plane to Hawaii and have your own stay at Turtle Bay which has now become very popular. Rent it on Prime

40. Last Holiday

If you are searching for comedy travel movies, this should be at the top of your list. This is the ultimate fairytale on how travel can change a life. And how we should all strive to live a better life. It’s too short to wait.

Queen Latifa is priceless as a woman who is diagnosed with a terminal disease, so she takes her life savings to enjoy her final holiday at a luxurious resort. She does everything from base jumping to snowboarding and indulging in decadent French cuisine.

If everyone took a holiday like this, we’d all live happier lives. Rent, Buy or Watch on Amazon Prime

41. The Holiday

It may be a Christmas movie, but The Holiday is one of the best travel movies out there. We watch it every year and it shows how travel is transformational. Starring Kate Winslett, Jack Black, Jude Law and Cameron Diaz, The Holiday flips back and forth between Los Angeles and England.

The two female stars have very different vacations as they house swap, but both have their lives changed through travel.

42. French Kiss

Meg Ryan plays a woman named Kate who is afraid to travel. When her fiance falls for another woman in France, she vows to win him back and travels there despite being terrified. Hilarity ensues when she meets con man Kevin Kline and they venture across the country together following the formula of travel movies galore.

My favorite scene is when she is indulging in cheese on the train. It’s that French moment that made me daydream about traveling by train across the French countryside. Watch French Kiss for yourself

43. My Life in Ruins

While not as good as My Big Fat Greek Wedding, My Life in Ruins is a nice comeback for Nia Vardalos in a fun-loving travel film.

She plays a tour leader taking stereotypical tourists through the sites of Greece. It’s fun, it’s romantic and the setting is beautiful. It’s not going to win any Academy Awards, but for a fun Saturday afternoon movie, this will transport you to Greece. Rent it or buy it on Amazon

44. The Hangover 2

The First Hangover was far better and it too is a travel movie taking you to Vegas. But when choosing travel movies from this trilogy, I had to choose the setting of Bangkok. It captures the crazy energy of the city.

My favorite scene is when Bradly Cooper has to go to the hospital and comes out with an absurdly low hospital bill. Dave and I have been to the hospital in Thailand and can attest, it is cheap. Rent it now! 

Blockbuster Travel Movies

45. star wars: the rise of skywalker & the last jedi.

One wouldn’t think of a movie based in outer space to be a travel movie that inspires wanderlust, but the last Star Wars Trilogy featured one of our favorite destinations on Earth, Skellig M ichael

This 6th-century monastery was a star unto itself as Luke trained Rey in the ways of the Force. It has now inspired many travelers and film buffs to take the hair-raising boat ride out to these rocky islands 12 km off the coast of Ireland. Check it out

46. Mama Mia

We actually learned where Mama Mia takes place while visiting the location where it was filmed, Pelion, Greece. The Greek islands are paradise, and Mama Mia follows the story of Meryl Streep who runs a hotel on the coast. We thought it was filmed somewhere like Santorini or Mykonos.

When her daughter becomes engaged, she invites three men who might be her father. It’s a rip-roaring good time of music, fun and beautiful scenery.

The Santorini blue and white houses, the crystal clear blue sea, and the music of Abba become those who watch to travel to Greece! Watch it on Prime today

47. Once Upon a Time in Mexico Trilogy

How sexy are Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayak together? You must watch the entire trilogy to really appreciate this series by Robert Rodrigues. Once Upon A Time In Mexico ends the trilogy with Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, and Cheech Marin. El Mariachi started it all starring Carlos Gallardo. My favorite of the 3 is Desperado , but they are all entertaining.

Once Upon A Time In Mexico is a fantasy and it is a stereotype of Mexico, but it makes you want to go to Mexico and have a great adventure. The scenery is gorgeous, the film is filled with cool style, and the music is fabulous. Watch the Trilogy today!

48. The Legend of Tarzan

The $180 million dollar budget makes sure to showcase the beauty of the African Savannah, the dense jungles, and the majestic wildlife. You feel as if you have entered the heart of Africa. Seriously, rent it, you’re going to like it a lot more than you think! Rent it on Amazon

49. The Tourist

It’s a little indulgent, and Angelina Jolie is a bit annoying to watch with how amazing she thinks she is in this, but it does capture taking an international trip to Europe beautifully.

It makes you want to have a romantic tryst in Venice . It makes you want to ride a train and have a mysterious encounter. It gives you a glimpse into how the rich live and travel the world.

50. The Thing

Recently we had someone write to us with a list of their favorite movies about travel. He mentioned the first Alien vs. Predator took place in Antarctica and I remember that being a pretty entertaining film. Then I thought about the classic Kurt Russel movie, The Thing .

This thriller takes place at a scientific base camp in the Antarctic and really lets you feel how claustrophobic and isolated researchers must feel when spending the winter at the bottom of the world. Watch it now!

51. Thelma and Louise

Who would have thought that Thelma and Louise would be heralded as one of the best travel films of all time, but it has. When researching this article, I saw that everyone had it on their list, so I had to include it. Besides, I love this film. I saw it at the theatre when it came out and it blew me away.

Brad Pitt makes his debut in this dark road trip adventure. Susan Sarandon and Geena Dave about female empowerment, friendship, and the transformative power of travel.

52. Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

Yes, this was a blockbuster film for teenagers. I remember working at YTV and this movie was going mad in the teen realm so I had to add it to my best travel movies list. The premise of the story revolves around four friends—Lena, Tibby, Bridget, and Carmen—who find a pair of jeans that, despite their differing body types, fits each of them perfectly. They decide to share these “magical” pants as they embark on their separate summer adventures, thus maintaining their connection with each other.

Where does the traveling come in? Well, Lena travels to Greece , Bridget goes to Mexico , Carmen visits her father in South Carolina, and Tibby stays in Maryland.

While not a “travel movie” in the traditional sense—where the main characters are often journeying together or the narrative revolves solely around their travel experiences—”Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” embodies elements of travel movies by incorporating different cultures, locations, and the concept of journeying (both physical and emotional) into its narrative.

53. Bourne Movies, James Bonds, Mission Impossible & Indiana Jones Movies

The Bourne movies, James Bond, Indian Jones, and Mission Impossible take us around the world with each movie and really are the best travel films to showcase the globe. These epic travel movies take audiences to a whole new level of taking an international trip with decadence, wealth, espionage, and romance.

I wanted to include them because if you are looking for some beautiful scenes from Europe and the Middle East, these travel films fit the bill. They are so good at taking you away to exotic places .

Our Favorites of These Epic Travel Movies are

54. the bourne identity.

The original takes us on an international trip from Switzerland through Paris. It’s the car scene in Paris that really captures the city but the entire movie is one big travel movie.

55. Casino Royal – James Bond

This makes us dream of living with the high rollers in Montenegro the beautiful people in the Bahamas. It’s as epic as epic travel movies get riding on trains, planes and yachts and it’s the best James Bond with Daniel Craig.

56. Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol

It’s not often that sequels are better than the original, but when it comes to the Mission Impossible series, each one out does the other. Tom Cruise loves to travel and push the limits creating the most epic travel movies on the planet. I chose Ghost Protocol because of its setting in Dubai and Cruise scaling the walls of the Burj Khalifa. (The tallest structure in the world)

Best Travel Movies in Fictional Settings

57. grand budapest hotel.

I can’t help it, I love Wes Anderson movies. He is offbeat and quirky. Grand Budapest Hotel is one of the best travel movies that isn’t set in any real place. This is all in a fictional setting.

I like this for a travel movie because it reminds me of the grand old hotels from another era. Well, it should because it is set in another era. The hotel is fictional, but it does take you away to another world. Rent it on Prime

58. Black Panther

Wakanda may be a fictional place in Africa, but this movie captures the spirit of East and South Africa. It embraces the African culture and many of the movie’s scenes were filmed in Africa.

We have been to Africa numerous times and this movie transported us there again. It may be fictional, but Black Panther is one fo the best travel movies to make you want to discover the culture and beauty of Africa. watch it now!

59. Lord of the Rings and Hobbit

They may be set in Middle Earth, but the Lord of the Rings movies are a love letter to New Zealand. As far as setting go, the trilogy makes for epic travel movies! Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit Movies make us want to go to New Zealand and these films capture its beauty perfectly.

Rent the trilogy on Amazon today

60. Eat Pray Love

And let us end with the mother of all travel movies, Eat Pray Love. Who doesn’t love Julia Roberts? However, Eat Pray Love wasn’t my favorite travel movie at all. But The book was okay but the movie starring Julia Roberts is dreadful. If you liked it, let me know. Maybe I’ll give it another watch in case I missed something. Rent it on Amazon

We’ll be updating this list regularly and we love finding new travel movies to watch. So, if you have suggestions for your favorite travel movies, leave them in the comments below and we’ll be sure to give them a watch!

Tell me what you think are the best travel movies and we will compare notes.

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107 thoughts on “60 Best Travel Movies to Inspire Wanderlust”

Very interesting and thought-provoking list. Another film I think belongs in this company is “A Month by the Lake,” a 1995 work starring Vanessa Redgrave, Edward Fox, and Uma Thurman. Its setting, at the Villa del Balbianello on a peninsula in Lake Como, was used in scenes from a number of other movies, but here it gets starring role.

one of my favorite travel movies is “If it is Tuesday it must be Belgium”. it captures the travels and travails of some very uninformed American tourists on a guided tour. One of the wives, tired of the endless strings of cheese shops they visit heads back to their tour bus. The problem is it is the wrong tour bus. Hilarity ensues …

Thanks for the thoughtful list. Might I add a few more wanderlust-inducing movie recommendations/destinations that I have a hunch you will love?

Enchanted April (Italy) Shirley Valentine (Greece/Mykonos) Everything is Illuminated (Russia/Ukraine) Summer Lovers (Gene Siskel’s ‘guilty pleasure) (Greek Islands/Santorini) The Hundred Foot Journey (India/France) Local Hero (Scotland — and perfectly depicts how an enchanting location can change your view of what’s important in life) Anne of Green Gables — Kevin Sullivan version (Price Edward Island) Outsourced (India) Jean de Florette/Manon of the Spring (Provence France) The Quiet Man (Ireland) A Passage to India (India)

These are fantastic suggestions, thank sfor sharing! I’ve been wanting to see The Hundred Foot Journey. I think that will be my weekend watching!

Hi , thanks for sharing the best travel movies.

I love to watch 72 hours is my best travel movie all time.

Brilliant! Some of my teal favourites and now a list to watch. …many, many thanks. Allison

Great movies list all movies are best and all movies have a good rating on IMDb actually my favorite movie is LORD OF THE RINGS AND HOBBIT. and next, I would like to watch Star wars series.

Great choices of movies you have given a big list a great work

Great article! I will definitely choose a few movies that I haven’t seen yet. I could add a movie called “The Hundred-Foot Journey”. This film is about a Hindu family who moves to France, where they open a restaurant.

I’ve been meaning to watch that one. I think I will have to check it out this weekend and add it to the list! Thanks for the reminder.

Very comprehensive list! lots of great movies, and some of my favourites such as Seven Years inTibet and Walter Mitty.

I have to disagree with you about The Darjeeling Limited though: “When they visit their mother in an Ashram, it makes me think of the strange people that run away to India to find themselves. Oh yeah, he gets it.”

I felt the most important scene in the movie is when the guys rescue the boys in the river, and one doesn’t make it. They take part ion the family grieving and funeral, and have a very life-changing, profound experience. I felt the movie actually validates people “running away to India.”

In these difficult times especially, finding a sense of purpose, or meaning, or spirituality, or whatever you want to call it, is more important than ever. I think we will see a lot more people “running away to find themselves” and in fact, I am working on offering spiritual itineraries.

How about Red Eye and Flight Plan? I think they both portrait (fear of) commercial flying experience pretty good!

We have already watched quite a few of these ? gotta love a great movie night! Thanks for a great list, that we will start to work our way through ?

Great choices for movies! Others that come to mind are “Before Sunrise” and “Into the Wild.”

LORD OF THE RINGS AND HOBBIT is my favourite. i had watch so many times but always loved

This list couldn’t have come at a better time as we currently shelter in place and travel only through our TVs! Thank you.

All movies are great and my fav <3

great films..i watched some movie

OOH Julie and Julia is one of my all time favorites! And Eat Pray Love…It’s a good time for movies at home for sure!

Love the list. Thank you for sharing. As a classic movie buff, however, you are so wrong about Roman Holiday. This movie is a classic. I recently saw it on the big screen for the millionth time and it was amazing. How can you not love Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn?! His voice alone is worth a listen! And the old scenes of Rome are wonderful. Have to truly disagree about this one. LOVE this movie.

Anyway, thanks again!

SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY movie motivates people to dare to make a decision.

I love this list!! You hit some of my favorite movies. I’ve watched a lot of these but I have a feeling I’ll be rewatching some of them in the coming weeks. Thanks for remind me!

GREAT list, thank you! I’ve seen some Bollywood films and loved them, and would love a best of list of them!

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Great list, guys — you really dug deep. If you love The Sounds of Music, you have to visit Salzburg, where you can see the actual places where they shot many of the scenes, including the palace in the middle of town. You can even stay in the Von Trapps’ house. And I may have missed it in your list, but The Year of Living Dangerously absolutely captures the exotic atmosphere and the beauty of Southeast Asia — the gamelan music stays in your head for days. Also, Gandhi for a virtual trip to India.

Very well collections, Really some of the names are not heard. This type of movies are oxygen for any traveler.

Great list of movie i like slumdog millionaire once upon a time in mexico

Secret Life of Walter Mitty for sure, this movie made me so pumped to travel while ‘into the wild’ made me a little depressed and not wishing to become a mentally ill person who goes eating dead animals and rejecting society

Lovely idea, great movies! Love your blog!

I really love this movies.

Each movie is an exciting adventure, felt from the film, emotions, as well as an impressive moment. Thanks for your collection!

Thank you for your list! Lawrence of Arabia for certain, but almost any film by Werner Herzog, especially Aguirre:The Wrath of God. But I am partial to “art” or “foreign” films over Hollywood.

I loved a movie I watched and I can’t remember the name and I can’t find it. It was about a woman, maybe in her 40’s maybe 50’s that traveled to India to meet up with her husband. Her husband was detained by work and sent his male Indian assistant to meet her. While waiting for her husband to arrive, the assistant showed her the sites of India. A romance developed with the assistant over many days, but never crossed the line. Would love to watch this again….

Maybe you’re thinking of the movie ‘Cairo Time’. It’s set in Egypt, not India, but has the exact plot you’re referring to.

All are attractive and I will watch each movie

I shared the movies I shared. The movie content is very interesting and interesting, I like it very much.

This is also a very good post which I really enjoy reading

For me Motorcycle diaries is best.Thanks for list. I will check other movies too.

Nice list, you got almost all of my favorite travel films! A couple additions I would make are “The Sheltering Sky”, and “Voyager”.

The Painted Veil – gorgeous!

I hope it will be show at CGV

Definitely a great list of movies that gets us thinking about travel. Everest was one that really took our breath away and told an amazing story. In Bruges is still one of my favorite. Thanks for sharing!

Loved the post and the films. I still didn’t see 9 films and already want see. Will try found they for this weekend. But the best is to see Indiana Jones in the list.. it’s my prefer film of life <3

the beauty of this movie list is that this in includes movies in Malayalam, Hindi English and believe me these movies are the very best travel movies I have seen . kudos?

Great Choices !

Always on the lookout for movies to watch on the plane!!! Thanks for the recos!!!!

Great choices for movies

I hate you after watching only 2 of these movies from your list i feel like travelling but unfortunately my my academics. By the way best list of travel movies I have seen on internet. Good going brother. wish to see more content in future.

Mr. Bean’s Holiday. A very ridiculous movie, but the cinematography is amazing, and it’s very inspiring.

Great article and awesome collection of movies. Red balloon is my favorite movie and it’s amazing storey

Film is called Before Midnight. Not after.

Thanks for the correction. I mixed up the Trilogy in my head, thinking “the one after Before Sunset.” – There is Before Sunrise, Before Sunset and Before Midnight.

Great article, many good informations

I love watching movies ahead of travelling and often find them inspirational. For Western Australia I found ‘Rabbitproof Fence’ a very good movie. You’ve chosen some good ones!

Great collection of movies to watch. I absolutely loved The Bucket List. As usual Morgan Freeman was awesome. Great movies about travel and for when traveling.

Can you believe that I never saw Stealing Beauty? Now I am going to have to check it out. I agree with Sideways too. Loved that show. It made me want to drink Pinot Noir.

Wild is a great book and the movie is pretty true to the book. Reece Witherspoon is really good in it. Based on true story of a troubled woman who decides to hike one of Americas longest trails with little money and not enough experience. Humbling and left me feeling the wanderlust pretty hard.

The Bucket List and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty are the best travel movies in my opinion. Iceland is on my travel bucket list, hope I can visit that place.

Best Movie Collection. my favorite movies also include in these. love to see the collection of movies thanks to sharing this information with us.

Nice article! inspiring people for Traveling

Thanks for compiling this list. It’s interesting to know the place where the movie was shot. I absolutely agree on what you said about James Bond movies.

Thanks for the post. Some I have seen and some I haven’t, and looking forward to (Especially ONE WEEK)

I’d like to add LOCAL HERO. There are some melancholic moments in the film accompanied by Mark Knopfler’s beautiful soundtrack. Would make anyone jump off the couch, dump all the COMFORTS OF CITY and visit rural Scotland and walk the beaches and witness the Aurora Borealis. One of my favourites alongwith The Motorcycle Diaries and Into the Wild.

Great choices

Excellent list, but Indiana Jones really is a wonderful trip. Note 1000.

Under a Tuscan sun is my favorite!!!! Been to Tuscany because of that movie!! 🙂 Jotted down a few to watch from your list! Thanks!

thank you guys. Into the wild is my favourite one on the list.

You named quite a few of my favorites but the two I’d like to recommend are Hector and the Pursuit of Happiness starring Simon Pegg, and The Way starring Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez.

The Way inspired me to walk the Camino de Santiago which turned into an incredible trip.

Great list of best all time travel movies. I must admit that there are still so many movies I have not yet seen. I need to work on that sooner rather than later!

Great list but would certainly add :

– The way (with Martin Sheen) , very inspiring movie about Camino de Santiago – Motorcycle diaries, simply a great movie about travel and life

Fantastic films, thanks for making this kind of film! Many people should watch it! Thanks for sharing this list.

Wow! This list is great! I will surely add these in my playlist. Hopefully, I will be able to watch most of these travel movies. I plan to travel soon, I’m juts looking for more inspiration and travel tips. Glad I came by your blog!

Whoa! You gave me a completely new set of movies to add to my list here! Into the Wild is one of my favorites and the Everest is a spine-chilling movie. A great list Dave & Deb!

Check out Maindentrip, the story of the youngest girl to sail around the world, Laura Dekker. I think my wife finally believed we could do it if a 13 year old can.

Thanks for the recommendation!

These ultimate travel tips for when they have a desired of lust.

What about “Blue Hawaii” and any of the Jurassic Park videos for Hawaii?

Thank you for your list – I am constantly looking for good travel movies.

Till the date bucket list is one of my favourite movie 🙂 Thank you for the information about other movies too

Thank you for this great list. I see some old favorites on the list but also a number of movies I need to see. I’ve added them my list. You’re right about movies inspiring travel. After seeing, Under the Tuscan Sun, I’ve always wanted to visit Tuscany. I’m finally making it there soon.

What a fantastic list full of excellent movies! There’s no doubt that these titles can help to light the spark of wanderlust in anyone. I was actually lucky enough to stumble upon the making of Ridley Scott’s upcoming Alien Covenant movie in New Zealand’s Milford Sound. I’m very much looking forward to its release so I can see the spectacular panning shots of that breathtaking landscape. Movies are a great medium to translate the beauty of travel.

No way! That is so cool. I’m such a fan of Alien, it would be amazing to see them filming it. I love seeing landscapes of places I’ve been in movies.

Slumdog Millionaire and Secret Life of Walter Mitty are Good Movies

Nice list – a few of my favourites there: Everest, Into The Wild, Slumdog Millionaire, The Bucket List, Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Nothing like a good movie for inspiring travel.

A few others to consider: The Beach, Midnight Express, Kundun, Seven Years in Tibet…

“Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all of one’s lifetime.” – Mark Twain

Hi, Oh wow I really love this list, seriously is so right! Holidays is another good one that invites you to discover surrey :), I enjoyed so much Amelie, unfortunately I cannot say the same of Paris, Je t’aime, which is other of the “must seen movies”, honestly… overrated… anyways, nice list I really enjoy it.

Great list… something a lot of people leave off the list is Julia and Julia. That movie is HUGE to foodies, chefs, etc… Makes me want to hop on a flight every time I see it! Julia Child was a machine, so glad you guys included that movie on this list!

I am a movie addict person, and I loved to travel. I enjoyed all of these films. Very Inspirational lists. Thank you, Dave, for this excellent Article. Loved it:)

A lots of movies that needed to add here. I watched a few of then not all and find very inspirational and heart touching. Slumdog millionaire is one of my favourite and very heart touching.

I love this list, but I’d add almost any movie filmed in San Francisco, even if they weren’t that good (like “The Wedding Planner” or the “The Rock”). They’d actually have to be filmed there and not just set there, like the last “Godzilla” movie 😉

Thanks for the additions. I loved the wedding planner. Although I just watched it again recently and realized what a schmuck Matthew Macoughnay’s character is. He totally led Jennifer Lopez’s character on and was a jerk to his fiancé. haha. But it’s a good lighthearted romantic comdey. They don’t make enough of those anymore..

I came to this article to ensure you had Romancing the Stone..and you didnt let me down. I used to love that movie growing up. I am totally with you, on thinking about Cartagena as some exotic far away place that I had to visit. I eventually found out the movie wasn’t actually filmed in Cartagena or Colombia because of the dire security situation at that time…but when i finally visited Cartagena, i found it even more magical and exotic than the film…love the film, and love the city even more now.

I am so glad we didn’t let you down! I am also so glad that you felt the same way about Cartagena. I always envision Kathleen Turner saying “come to Cartagena with me” It was such a grand adventure. We need more movies like that!

Cool list! I would add:

– Before Sunrise (Vienna) – Waking Ned Devine (Ireland, though filmed in the Isle of Man) – Lost in Translation (Tokyo)

Great additions. I loved Before Sunrise, I can’t believe I forgot about that one. I saw it in the 90s and then watched the whole trilogy. I haven’t seen Waking Ned Devine, I’m going to check that out and yes, Lost in Translation is a good one for Tokyo. I have to watch that again. I barely remember it, but I do remember loving Bill Murray

Just what I needed, thank you guys. Into the wild is my favourite one on the list.

I don’t think any movie has made us want to travel more than Amelie.

2 Days In Paris, on the other hand, was kind of a turn off.

Amelie celebrated Paris, but 2 Days kinda made fun of it. .-= The Jetpacker´s last blog .. UFO Hotspots — 11 Best Places To See UFOs In The World =-.

I don’t need a movie to inspire me to travel. I always want to travel, but some movies make me want to travel more I guess is how to put it. BTW. I thought Up in the Air stunk and don’t get why it was so popular. I loved In Burges which many people have never seen. Guess I’m just weird. .-= Gwen´s last blog ..Kids Grease Costumes =-.

You’re not weird at all! That is what makes watching movies so great. Everyone has different opinions on them all. We didn’t love Amelie and I have never met another person that didn’t like it. We were more into the quirkiness of Two Days in Paris and nobody liked that one:-)

Great choice, I never really fancied visiting Bruges until watching the hilarious In Bruges (and I agree the film also did Colin Farrell a huge favour). Tuscany is still on my must see list after the gorgeous ‘Stealing Beauty’ and being from the UK, Sideways and Swingers always made me want to go to California.

OK, I obviously need to get myself to the nearest pirated DVD place since I’ve only seen 3 of these movies! Thanks for the advice. .-= Audrey´s last blog ..Couch Surfing with KGB Agents =-.

Fantastic post, though most of these movies I haven’t seen (yet) but Vicky Christina Barcelona has really made me want to see Barcelona. I’m really bad for being easily suggestible when it comes to travel. If a place is featured on a movie or tv have a sudden desire to go there. Like I watch a John Waters movie and I wanna go to Baltimore, or the way Shirley Valentine made me really want to go to Greece. Even places that were never really on my travel to do list, like watching Dexter has made me want to visit Miami (even though most of the show is filmed around LA). .-= Alouise´s last blog ..List 9 – How To Have A Cheesy Time At West Edmonton Mall =-.

Wonderful list! I’ve seen a few of these and just loved them (Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Julie & Julia, In Bruges, Up in the Air, and Romancing the Stone)…..and I still dream of someday going to Cartagena, Columbia because of that movie! There are so many great movies that inspire travel that I’m sure it must have been hard to winnow it down to just eight. The rest of your list I’ll have to add to my Netflix queue! .-= Trisha´s last blog .. PR-Blogger Relations Manifesto =-.

I love that you think of Cartagena because of Romancing the stone. There were so many movies that I had on a list. I could have just listed about 50 and that could have been good enough. Maybe I will do that for a post one day when I am out of ideas:) It was very difficult to narrow it down to eight, we were trying to be a little unique in our choices, but then again, it is hard to be unique when it comes to choosing great travel movies. I guess, it was more of a reminder post. Everyone thinks of the choices like The Beach, The James Bond Movies and the Bourne Movies, but we haven’t thought about Romancing the Stone or Once Upon a Time in Mexico in a while.

Great list! We think movies and books add so much to travel that we brought a bunch with us on our open ended world tour. We’re in France now, so tend to watch French ones here and ones that are family friendly since we travel with a kid. 😉 I think we love the Red Balloon and Chocolate best for France.

Two that really stick out on our trip were Troy ( watched again and again through out Greece while reading Homer, including also while we were in Troy in Turkey) and “The Medici, Godfathers of the Renaissance” a thrilling PBS special series that we watched in Florence before we toured. .-= soultravelers3´s last blog .. Captivating Colliore- France on Bastille Day =-.

Thanks for the additions. I forgot about Chocolate. I loved that movie and Johnny Depp and Juliet Binoche were both so charming. I haven’t seen Red Balloon, I will check it out. It is wonderful to watch movies for inspiration before, after and while you are at that place.

Great choices for movies! Others that come to mind are “Before Sunrise” and “Into the Wild.”

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The 65 Best Movies With Sea in the Title

Have you ever noticed how many movies there are with sea in the name? This list ranks the best movies with sea in the title, regardless of genre or rating. What is your favorite movie with sea in the name? If you like scary shark movies, then you probably enjoyed Deep Blue Sea when it came out in 1999. Starring actors like Samuel L. Jackson, It's definitely one of those films you'll always watch when it's on TV. There are probably one or two movies with sea in the title that you instantly think of, but you might be surprised how many others there are too as you scroll through this list.

The Sea Hawk

Directed by Michael Curtiz, this swashbuckling adventure film blends romance, action, and historical fiction to tell the story of an English privateer who becomes a hero in service of Queen Elizabeth I. Errol Flynn's dynamic portrayal of Captain Geoffrey Thorpe elevates this film to one of the genre's greatest entries, with his charisma and on-screen chemistry with Brenda Marshall being highlights. With captivating action sequences and a rousing score by Erich Wolfgang Korngold, this wartime epic has earned its place in the annals of cinematic history.

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

This iconic Disney adaptation of Jules Verne's science fiction classic brings audiences aboard the Nautilus, a futuristic submarine captained by the enigmatic Captain Nemo. James Mason's portrayal of Nemo, alongside Kirk Douglas' Ned Land and Peter Lorre's Conseil, establishes a gripping dynamic between the three characters as they navigate the mysteries and dangers of the deep sea. Combining elements of adventure, discovery, and moral exploration, this groundbreaking spectacle remains an influential and unforgettable landmark in cinematic history.

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The Sea Chase

Set during World War II, this intense maritime suspense film stars John Wayne as a German freighter captain on the run from the Royal Navy while carrying a group of displaced refugees. Lana Turner delivers a memorable performance as the British spy pursuing the captain, creating an engaging romantic subplot amidst the high-seas action. With breathtaking cinematography and gripping set-pieces, this tense thriller remains an enduring classic.

Deep Blue Sea

This thrilling shark horror film explores the consequences of scientific experimentation gone awry, as genetically engineered, super-intelligent sharks wreak havoc on the crew of a remote research facility. The film boasts an excellent ensemble cast, led by Thomas Jane, Saffron Burrows, and Samuel L. Jackson, who bring intensity and depth to their characters amidst the chaos. With edge-of-your-seat action sequences, unexpected twists, and groundbreaking visual effects, this B-movie gem has become a cult classic.

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Down To the Sea in Ships

In this heartwarming and visually stunning drama, the lives of New England whalers and their families are brought to life through the lens of a young sailor's coming of age. The film is anchored by strong performances from Richard Widmark, Lionel Barrymore, Dean Stockwell, and the rest of the cast. With its rich depiction of 19th-century whaling culture and genuinely touching narrative, this cinematic treasure continues to inspire and captivate audiences.

Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea

This 1961 science fiction adventure film follows the crew of the advanced submarine Seaview, led by Walter Pidgeon's Admiral Harriman Nelson, on a mission to save the world from an impending catastrophe. The film boasts groundbreaking special effects, impressive set designs, and an engrossing story that combines elements of suspense, optimism, and imagination. Its enduring influence has not only spawned a successful television series but also earned its place among the pantheon of classic sci-fi cinema.

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The Deep Blue Sea

Sea of Love

In this pulsating erotic thriller, Al Pacino stars as a troubled homicide detective who falls for a mysterious woman (Ellen Barkin) while investigating a string of murders tied to personal ads. The film's twists and turns keep viewers guessing until the very end, bolstered by the electrifying chemistry between Pacino and Barkin. Directed with style and tension by Harold Becker, this suspenseful gem remains a memorable entry in the genre.

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Song of the Sea

This beautifully crafted Irish animated film tells the story of Saoirse, a young girl who discovers she is a selkie – a mythical creature that can transform from human to seal – and sets out on an adventure to save her dying mother and brother. With its enchanting animation style and heartfelt storytelling, director Tomm Moore weaves a captivating tale that draws from Irish folklore and resonates with audiences young and old alike. Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, this modern classic has earned its place among the finest animated films of all time.

This early silent adaptation of Jules Verne's classic novel boasts groundbreaking underwater footage and imaginative set designs, providing a stunning visual feast for audiences of the time. Directed by Stuart Paton, the film's combination of adventure, science fiction, and romance made it an instant hit upon its release. Today, it stands as a fascinating snapshot of early cinema, a testament to the enduring power of Verne's story, and a glimpse into the boundless possibilities of the medium.

The Sailor Who Fell from Grace with the Sea

In this unsettling psychological drama based on the novel by Yukio Mishima, a widowed mother (Sarah Miles) falls in love with a visiting sailor (Kris Kristofferson), much to the disapproval of her disturbed teenage son. Director Lewis John Carlino masterfully explores themes of innocence, corruption, and obsession, while the lead performances create a palpable tension that permeates the film. With its haunting imagery and provocative subject matter, this lesser-known gem remains a compelling watch.

Godzilla vs. the Sea Monster

This 1966 entry in the iconic kaiju franchise pits the King of the Monsters against Ebirah, a giant lobster-like creature that terrorizes a remote island. Directed by genre veteran Jun Fukuda, the film injects a new sense of fun and adventure into the series, with thrilling battles, colorful human characters, and an energetic score by Masaru Sato. Whether viewed as campy entertainment or a nostalgic slice of monster movie history, this engaging showdown remains a satisfying treat for Godzilla fans.

This silent short drama, directed by prolific filmmaker Sidney Olcott, chronicles the love story between a fisherman and a mermaid who saves him from drowning. Remarkable for its elaborate underwater scenes, which showcase groundbreaking special effects for the time, the film's visual beauty is matched only by its emotive storytelling. Despite its brevity, this early cinematic work demonstrates the captivating power of silent film, weaving a mythic tale that still resonates with modern audiences.

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In the Heart of the Sea

Based on the true story that inspired Herman Melville's Moby Dick, this gripping adventure film stars Chris Hemsworth as the first mate of a whaling ship that is attacked by a seemingly vengeful sperm whale. With breathtaking visual effects and a narrative that delves into themes of obsession, survival, and the limits of the human spirit, director Ron Howard succeeds in crafting a harrowing and thought-provoking cinematic experience. Supported by a strong ensemble cast, including Cillian Murphy and Ben Whishaw, this dramatic retelling of a maritime legend remains a compelling entry in the survival genre.

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The Sea Inside

In this powerful Spanish drama, Javier Bardem delivers an unforgettable performance as Ramón Sampedro, a quadriplegic man who fights for the right to end his own life in the face of legal and societal opposition. Directed by Alejandro Amenábar, the film seamlessly blends personal tragedy, family dynamics, and profound ethical questions in a deeply human and affecting narrative. With its masterful storytelling and outstanding ensemble cast, this multiple award-winning film resonates long after the credits roll.

The Old Man and the Sea

Adapted from Ernest Hemingway's Pulitzer Prize-winning novella, this captivating drama stars Spencer Tracy as an aging Cuban fisherman in a desperate battle of wits and endurance against a giant marlin. Directed by John Sturges and featuring a haunting score by Dimitri Tiomkin, the film's simple yet profound narrative weaves a powerful allegory about man's struggle with nature and his own mortality. With its masterful central performance and evocative visuals, this timeless classic continues to resonate with viewers and stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling.

The Sea Beast

This animated adventure film, set in a world inspired by classic monster movies, tells the story of a young outcast named Noah who discovers a mythical sea creature called the Sea Beast. Directed by Chris Williams (Moana, Big Hero 6), the film promises to blend humor, heart, and breathtaking visuals. With a talented voice cast that includes Karl Urban, Jared Harris, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste, this fun feature is a family-friendly hit.

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The Sea Wolf

Adapted from Jack London's classic novel, this gripping nautical drama follows the tyrannical captain of a sealing schooner (Edward G. Robinson) and his unwilling crew members as they navigate both treacherous waters and their own dark natures. The film's atmospheric cinematography, powerful themes, and compelling performances, particularly from Robinson and supporting actors Ida Lupino and John Garfield, have solidified its status as an enduring classic. With its brooding psychological exploration and tense narrative, this unforgettable adaptation remains a cornerstone of maritime cinema.

The Sea Shall Not Have Them

This gripping British war film, set during World War II, follows the crew of a downed RAF plane as they struggle to survive in the cold waters of the North Sea, while a daring rescue mission is mounted to save them. Directed by Lewis Gilbert, the film boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Michael Redgrave, Dirk Bogarde, and Nigel Patrick, who bring depth and humanity to their characters. With its suspenseful narrative and realistic portrayal of wartime heroism, this compelling drama remains a standout in the genre.

The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea

In this sequel to the beloved Disney classic, Ariel's daughter Melody dreams of joining the undersea world despite her mother's warnings of the dangers lurking beneath the waves. With vibrant animation, new songs, and memorable characters – including those voiced by Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, and Pat Carroll – this family-friendly adventure delivers a heartwarming message about identity and belonging. While it may not quite match the original film's impact, the enduring charm of its undersea world makes it a worthy addition to the Disney canon.

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This silent swashbuckler, based on the Rafael Sabatini novel, stars Milton Sills as an English privateer who defies his queen's orders to battle the Spanish Armada. Sweeping and grandiose, the film's stunning cinematography and elaborate sets create a visually rich backdrop for the rousing action. Though it may be overshadowed by the more famous 1940 version starring Errol Flynn, this early take on the story remains a fascinating example of silent-era spectacle and adventure.

Written, directed, and co-produced by Angelina Jolie, this atmospheric romantic drama stars Jolie and then-husband Brad Pitt as a couple whose idyllic vacation in a seaside French town unravels deeply buried secrets and emotional turmoil. With its lush cinematography, slow-burning narrative, and powerful performances, the film offers a raw and unflinching exploration of love, loss, and human frailty. Despite mixed reviews upon its release, this introspective work remains a deeply personal and visually captivating cinematic journey.

This silent adaptation of Herman Melville's Moby Dick stars John Barrymore as the obsessed Captain Ahab in pursuit of the titular leviathan. With its impressive visual effects for the time and Barrymore's riveting performance, the film offers a thrilling take on the classic tale while injecting a love story to heighten the drama. As an early foray into adapting Melville's epic novel, it stands as a fascinating artifact of silent cinema and a testament to the perennial appeal of the source material.

Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters

The second installment in the Percy Jackson film series, adapted from the bestselling novels by Rick Riordan, sends the titular demigod and his friends on a quest to locate the mythical Golden Fleece and save their endangered home. With thrilling action sequences, charming humor, and a pitch-perfect cast led by Logan Lerman, Alexandra Daddario, and Brandon T. Jackson, this fantastical adventure adds depth and excitement to the franchise. While staying true to its source material, the film also crafts a compelling cinematic experience that keeps fans eagerly anticipating further adventures.

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In this light-hearted comedy, Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau star as two down-on-their-luck seniors who take jobs as dance hosts aboard a luxury cruise ship, only to discover they're romantically outmatched. Director Martha Coolidge skillfully blends slapstick humor with emotional nuance, making this charming farce the perfect showcase for the legendary chemistry between Lemmon and Matthau. Through their comedic timing and genuine warmth, these two icons create a hilarious and poignant journey that audiences can't help but enjoy.

The Sea Gull

Based on Anton Chekhov's classic play, this poignant drama weaves together the stories of various residents and visitors at a Russian estate, exploring themes of love, art, and the passage of time. With a stellar ensemble cast led by Vanessa Redgrave, James Mason, and Simone Signoret, director Sidney Lumet captures the delicate balance of humor, pathos, and heartbreak that defines Chekhov's masterpiece. The film offers not only a faithful adaptation of the iconic play but also a moving reflection on the human condition.

Volcanoes of the Deep Sea

This mesmerizing documentary from renowned oceanographer Dr. Richard Lutz explores the astounding biodiversity and geological wonders found in the depths of Earth's oceans, focusing on the hydrothermal vents near undersea volcanoes. Combining cutting-edge scientific advances, stunning visuals, and engaging narration, the film captures the otherworldly beauty and perilous existence of life beneath the waves. A breathtaking cinematic achievement, it not only educates viewers about the mysteries of the deep sea but also inspires greater appreciation for our planet's natural wonders.

It Came from Beneath the Sea

This 1955 science fiction thriller, directed by Robert Gordon, features a terrifying giant octopus that emerges from the depths of the Pacific Ocean to terrorize the California coast. Groundbreaking special effects by pioneering stop-motion animator Ray Harryhausen bring the colossal creature to life, heightening the suspense and awe throughout the film. Despite its modest budget, this cult classic has earned its place among the ranks of influential monster movies and remains an enjoyable slice of cinematic history.

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The Witch Who Came from the Sea

This provocative and haunting horror film stars Millie Perkins as Molly, a troubled woman whose dark past and disturbed psyche lead her down a violent path. With its moody atmosphere, evocative seaside setting, and unsettling themes, director Matt Cimber crafts a deeply unnerving experience that lingers in the viewer's mind. As both an atmospheric slow burn and a chilling exploration of trauma, this cult classic continues to unnerve and captivate audiences.

Beyond the Sea

This biographical musical drama stars Kevin Spacey as legendary singer Bobby Darin, chronicling the ups and downs of his life both on and off stage. Spacey's magnetic performance, coupled with the film's lush visual style and captivating soundtrack, offers a dazzling portrait of one of America's most beloved entertainers. Though it occasionally veers into sentimentality, the film's heartfelt tribute to Darin's talent and enduring influence is undeniably infectious.

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19 must-watch movies for travel enthusiasts

Do you have wanderlust, the strong desire to travel?

Whether you find yourself daydreaming at home, envisioning future adventures or already living out your dream destination, here are the top 22 movies that inspire wanderlust from newest to oldest.

1. ‘The Call of the Wild’ — 2020

“The Call of the Wild” follows the journey of Buck, a domesticated dog who is uprooted from his California home and transported to the Alaskan Yukon during the Gold Rush.

Buck encounters various challenges and forms a bond with John Thornton (Harrison Ford) as he embraces his wild instincts and navigates the rugged wilderness. The film explores themes of survival, friendship and the call of nature.

If you love books, you might find the book better than the movie.

Rating: PG.

Where to watch: Disney+, Hulu, YouTube, Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.

2. ‘Hunt for the Wilderpeople’ — 2016

“Hunt for the Wilderpeople” is an adventure comedy about a rebellious city kid named Ricky (Julian Dennison) who is sent to live with his foster aunt and uncle in the New Zealand bush.

When circumstances lead to a misunderstanding about his well-being, Ricky and his cantankerous foster uncle, Hec (Sam Neill), go on the run from the authorities, sparking a nationwide manhunt. As they evade capture, the unlikely pair form a close bond while navigating the wilderness and encountering eccentric characters along the way.

This movie is absolutely hilarious and a great one for all ages.

Rating: PG-13.

Where to watch: Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.

3. ‘Lion’ — 2016

“Lion” tells the true story of Saroo Brierley (Sunny Pawar and Dev Patel), a young Indian boy who becomes separated from his family and ends up lost on the streets of Calcutta. After being adopted by an Australian couple, Saroo grows up in Tasmania but never forgets his roots.

As an adult, he leaves on a journey to trace his biological family using Google Earth, determined to reunite with his loved ones and find closure to his past. The film explores themes of identity, family and the bonds that connect us.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video and YouTube.

4. ‘Everest’ — 2015

“Everest” is an adventure drama based on the true events of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster. The film follows two expedition groups attempting to reach the summit of Mount Everest.

When they encounter a severe blizzard, the climbers are faced with life-threatening challenges as they fight for survival in one of the harshest environments on Earth.

Where to watch: Max, Hulu, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

5. ‘The Secret Life of Walter Mitty’ — 2013

“The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” is an adventure comedy that follows the journey of Walter Mitty (Ben Stiller), a daydreamer who escapes his mundane life through vivid fantasies.

When Walter’s job at Life magazine is threatened and a crucial photograph goes missing, he embarks on a real-life adventure across the globe to track down the elusive photographer.

Along the way, Walter discovers his true courage and finds meaning in the ordinary moments of life.

This movie happens to be my favorite on the list!

Where to watch: YouTube, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

6. ‘Tracks’ – 2013

“Tracks” is a biographical adventure film based on the true story of Robyn Davidson (Mia Wasikowska), who, along with her dog and four camels, takes a solo trek across the Australian Outback.

Determined to find herself and escape the constraints of society, Robyn navigates the vast and unforgiving desert landscape, facing numerous challenges and encounters along the way.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, YouTube and Apple TV.

7. ‘Midnight in Paris’ — 2011

“Midnight in Paris” is a romantic comedy that follows Gil (Owen Wilson), a screenwriter visiting Paris with his fiancée (Rachel McAdams) and her family.

One night, while wandering the streets alone, Gil is transported back to the 1920s, where he encounters literary figures like Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Gertrude Stein.

This movie shows beautiful scenery and monuments in Paris.

Where to watch: YouTube, Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.

8. ‘The Big Year’ — 2011

“The Big Year” is a comedy film centered around the competitive world of birdwatching. The story follows three birders, Kenny (Owen Wilson), Brad (Jack Black) and Stu (Steve Martin) as they travel throughout North America for a “big year,” a year-long quest to spot as many bird species as possible.

Even if you’re not a “birder” it is still an entertaining and inspirational movie!

Where to watch: Hulu, YouTube, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

9. ‘The Way’ — 2010

“The Way” follows Tom (Martin Sheen), an American doctor, who travels to France to collect the remains of his son, who died while walking the Camino de Santiago.

Overcome with grief and seeking understanding, Tom decides to embark on the pilgrimage while carrying his son’s ashes. Along the way, he encounters fellow pilgrims and finds healing.

Be careful, you may be inspired to walk the Camino yourself!

10. ‘Up’ — 2009

“Up” is an animated adventure film produced by Pixar Animation Studios. The story follows Carl Fredricksen (Edward Asner), a widowed elderly man who fulfills his lifelong dream of exploring South America by attaching thousands of balloons to his house and flying away.

However, Carl soon discovers that he has an unexpected stowaway: Russell (Jordan Nagai), a young Wilderness Explorer scout. Together, they go on a journey filled with danger, discovery and unexpected friendships as they encounter exotic landscapes.

Make sure to have some tissues ready.

Where to watch: Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video.

11. ‘Mamma Mia!’ — 2008

“Mamma Mia!” is a musical, romantic comedy film based on the Broadway musical. The story follows Sophie (Amanda Seyfried), a young woman who is about to get married on a Greek island. Eager to discover her true father’s identity, Sophie invites three men from her mother’s past to the wedding, unbeknownst to her mother, Donna (Meryl Streep).

Set to the iconic songs of ABBA, “Mamma Mia!” is set in Greece!

Where to watch: Netflix, Apple TV, YouTube and Amazon Prime Video.

12. James Bond series (with Daniel Craig) — beginning in 2006

The James Bond movies have been released throughout the years with different actors starring as the British secret agent, 007. The most recent actor of these films is Daniel Craig.

“Skyfall” is one of my favorites where James Bond faces off against a cyberterrorist, threatening his team and past. The film goes to various locations such as Istanbul, Turkey; Shanghai, China; and the Scottish Highlands.

Rating: All are PG-13.

Where to watch: Depending on the movie, you can watch on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube and Apple TV.

13. ‘The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants’ — 2005

“The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” follows the lives of four teenage girls—Lena (Alexis Bledel), Tibby (Amber Tamblyn), Bridget (Blake Lively) and Carmen (America Ferrera) — who are best friends and spend their first summer apart.

Before parting ways, they discover a pair of magical jeans that miraculously fit each of them perfectly, despite their different body types. The girls decide to share the pants, mailing them to each other throughout the summer.

14. ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy — beginning in 2001

“The Lord of the Rings” trilogy follows Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood) and his companions as they journey to destroy the One Ring and defeat Sauron.

While Middle-earth is not a real location, this film inspires wanderlust due to its gorgeous landscapes and different cultures seen.

Where to watch: Depending on the movie, you can watch on Max, Hulu, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

15. ‘Seven Years in Tibet’ — 1997

“Seven Years in Tibet” is a biographical drama based on the true story of Austrian mountaineer Heinrich Harrer (Brad Pitt). The film follows Harrer’s journey to Tibet in the 1940s, where he becomes friends with the young Dalai Lama (Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk) and experiences the country’s rich culture and spiritual traditions.

As Harrer forms a bond with the Dalai Lama and gains insight into Tibetan Buddhism, he also witnesses the impact of China’s invasion of Tibet and the subsequent political turmoil.

I actually had to watch this film for a world religion class assignment. Besides seeing the diverse landscapes, it was amazing to understand other cultures and the beauty of different religions.

Rating: PG-13

16. ‘Mission Impossible’ — beginning in 1996

The “Mission: Impossible” film series follows the adventures of Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise), an operative for the Impossible Missions Force (IMF), as he undertakes daring missions to stop international threats.

One of my favorites, “Ghost Protocol” takes Hunt and his team to international locations like Dubai and Mubai after being renounced by IMF and trying to prevent a nuclear war.

Where to watch: Depending on the movie, you can watch on Paramount+, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

17. ‘Out of Africa’ — 1985

“Out of Africa” is a romantic drama based on a memoir. The story follows Karen (Meryl Streep) as she moves to Kenya to marry a wealthy coffee plantation owner, Baron Bror Blixen (Klaus Maria Brandauer).

However, their marriage is strained, and Karen finds solace and love in the arms of a big-game hunter, Denys Finch Hatton (Robert Redford).

This film was added due to the beautiful backdrop of Africa and its savanna.

Where to watch: Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.

18. ‘Indiana Jones’ — beginning in 1981

The “Indiana Jones” film series follows the adventures of the archaeologist Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), as he travels the globe in search of ancient artifacts while battling villains and overcoming obstacles.

The first movie, “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” is a great film to start with! Jones is tasked with recovering the Ark of the Covenant before Nazis can use its power for world domination.

This film inspires wanderlust because, besides going on quests to ancient ruins and hidden tombs, viewers can see the jungles of South America or the deserts in Egypt.

Rating: PG to PG-13.

Where to watch: Depending on the movie, you can watch on Disney+, Paramount+ and Amazon Prime Video.

19. ‘The Sound of Music’ — 1965

The last movie on this list is “The Sound of Music,” which follows the story of Maria (Julie Andrews), who becomes a governess for the seven children of a widowed Austrian naval captain, Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer).

Maria brings joy to the von Trapp household by teaching the children to sing. However, they soon find themselves facing the looming threat of Nazi occupation in Austria.

As the movie is set in the Austrian Alps, many individuals have traveled to the filming locations in Salzburg.

Where to watch: Hulu, YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+.

To watch most movies, you will need a subscription or rent the movies at a low fee.

10 Free Ocean Adventure Movies & New World Docu’s to Watch

With us being quarantined in our boats, vans, houses, it’s a good time to enrich our knowledge, to get inspired for future adventures, and to learn and think more about how to approach life and the planet after the Corona virus peak. It’s a wake-up call! We need a change in the world and in the people’s mindsets. The question is how are we going to respond? It’s time to rethink the ways we are doing this, individually and as a whole. Here is some inspiration.

Social Media is tempting but noisy too. Be selective on what you consume. It’s hard to find the good stuff amongst the noise. So I’ve curated a few inspiring, thought-provoking and free (at this moment) ocean, adventure movies to watch. Enjoy! And don’t forget to support the creators by sharing and reviewing the messages they are sharing.

TRANSCENDENCE

We can only do good if we feel good! Transcendence explores the current state of our physical, emotional, and mental health. 5 episodes on life and health transformation.   Free online screening until March 26!

Duration: 5 x 45 minutes episodes

Watch the full series here.

Artifishal explores the worrisome man dominating fish breeding. It is an ocean adventure movie about people, rivers, and the fight for the future of wild fish and the environment that supports them. It explores wild salmon’s slide toward extinction, threats posed by fish hatcheries and fish farms, and our continued loss of faith in nature.

Watch the full docu here

What would a more resilient world look like? That’s what the filmmakers aimed to broadcast. With the Corona Virus taking over the world causing a global shutdown it’s time to reflect on the broken systems of our world. The filmmakers have decided to stream it for free now we’re in this crisis (Thank you!). Watch and learn about permaculture and closed circular systems. Duration: 1 hour and 31 minutes

INHABIT: A Permaculture Perspective – TRAILER 2015  from  Costa  on  Vimeo .

Watch the full film here Do you have Amazon? Watch it here

I SHOULDN’T BE ALIVE

A story to learn from! And to be ever grateful that you are alive. This ocean adventure movie is about a man adrift in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. For 76 days he adapts, survives and fights. From starvation to dehydration, and insanity to predators. Also recommend to check out the book: Adrift ! Duration: 48 minutes

ONE BREATH AROUND THE WORLD

Take a freedive into the ocean with Guillaume Néry Duration: 13 minutes

BLUE PLANET II

Narrated by the legendary Sir David Attenborough, this British docu series show the good and the bad of the oceans. Nature in your living room at its best. Add Hans Zimmers music in the background, and the wise commentary of the legend and a new ocean ambassador is born. Ok. It’s not directly free to watch for everyone. If you’re in the UK, you’re lucky. If you’re elsewhere, you can watch parts of it at least.

In the UK? Watch it here

Do you have Netflix? Watch it here Do you have Amazon? Watch it here Are you wild, unattached and free? Watch the highlights here

SHACKLETON’S CAPTAIN

Duration: 1 hour and 25 minutes

Watch the full film here on Youtube

Watch the full film on Amazon

360 DEGREES OF SHARK EXPLORATION | DISCOVERY

Take a dive into the ocean and meet sharks with these six 360 degrees videos. Learn about sharks and why they are our friends, not enemies. An ocean adventure movie series by discovery channel. Cool for kids too!

Duration: Multiple 4-6 minute videos

Watch VR Shark Videos

The story of Sea Shepherds campaign ‘Operation Jeedera.’ A campaign that would see the ‘Steve Irwin’ sail into the heart of the Great Australian Bight to document the beauty of the region in order to showcase what we would all stand to lose if we let BP drill there. Duration: 46 minutes

Watch Jeedera the film 

Last but not least. A little short film telling the story of dad and his son and the matrix we’re living in. A reminder to follow your heart and to be present! Duration: 8 minutes

Let me know in the comments about more free to watch thoughtprovoking insightful, and inspiring docu’s and films impact driven adventurers should watch.

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Check the resources for more ocean adventure movies and educational ocean conservation docu’s to watch, books to read, and podcasts to listen

And  here’s a guide to starting planning your first big ocean crossing as crew :)

Let me know in the comments about more free-to-watch thoughtprovoking insightful, and inspiring ocean adventure movies and documentaries that impact-driven adventurers should watch.

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100 Summer, Vacation, and Beach Movies

Movies that embrace that summer feeling with beaches, vacations, romance, fun, and sun ☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼☼

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1. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005)

PG | 119 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Four best girlfriends hatch a plan to stay connected with one another as their lives start off in different directions: they pass around a pair of secondhand jeans that fits each of their bodies perfectly.

Director: Ken Kwapis | Stars: Amber Tamblyn , Alexis Bledel , America Ferrera , Blake Lively

Votes: 65,069 | Gross: $39.01M

2. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (2008)

PG-13 | 119 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Four college freshmen and best friends find that it may take more than a shared pair of jeans to help them stay in touch as their lives go in different directions.

Director: Sanaa Hamri | Stars: America Ferrera , Alexis Bledel , Amber Tamblyn , Blake Lively

Votes: 30,770 | Gross: $44.09M

3. Mamma Mia! (2008)

PG-13 | 108 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance

The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told using hit songs by the popular 1970s group ABBA .

Director: Phyllida Lloyd | Stars: Meryl Streep , Pierce Brosnan , Amanda Seyfried , Stellan Skarsgård

Votes: 274,599 | Gross: $144.13M

4. The Notebook (2004)

PG-13 | 123 min | Drama, Romance

An elderly man reads to a woman with dementia the story of two young lovers whose romance is threatened by the difference in their respective social classes.

Director: Nick Cassavetes | Stars: Gena Rowlands , James Garner , Rachel McAdams , Ryan Gosling

Votes: 620,774 | Gross: $81.00M

5. My Girl (1991)

PG | 102 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

Vada is obsessed with death. Her mother is dead, and her father runs a funeral parlor. When Vada's father hires Shelly, a makeup expert, and begins to fall in love, Vada is outraged and does everything in her power to split them up.

Director: Howard Zieff | Stars: Anna Chlumsky , Macaulay Culkin , Dan Aykroyd , Jamie Lee Curtis

Votes: 88,975 | Gross: $59.85M

6. 50 First Dates (2004)

PG-13 | 99 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Henry Roth is a man afraid of commitment until he meets the beautiful Lucy. They hit it off and Henry think he's finally found the girl of his dreams until discovering she has short-term memory loss and forgets him the next day.

Director: Peter Segal | Stars: Adam Sandler , Drew Barrymore , Rob Schneider , Sean Astin

Votes: 382,515 | Gross: $120.91M

7. Now and Then (1995)

PG-13 | 102 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Four 12-year-old girls grow up together during an eventful small-town summer in 1970.

Director: Lesli Linka Glatter | Stars: Christina Ricci , Demi Moore , Rosie O'Donnell , Thora Birch

Votes: 32,456 | Gross: $27.40M

8. Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)

PG-13 | 113 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Frances Mayes, a 35-year-old San Francisco writer, gets a divorce that leaves her with terminal writer's block and depression. Later, she decides to buy a house in Tuscany in order to change her life.

Director: Audrey Wells | Stars: Diane Lane , Raoul Bova , Sandra Oh , Lindsay Duncan

Votes: 59,669 | Gross: $43.61M

9. Little Manhattan (2005)

PG | 90 min | Comedy, Family, Romance

A 10-year-old boy and an 11-year-old girl find love in New York City.

Director: Mark Levin | Stars: Josh Hutcherson , Charlotte Ray Rosenberg , Bradley Whitford , Cynthia Nixon

Votes: 24,792 | Gross: $0.38M

10. Blue Crush (2002)

PG-13 | 104 min | Drama, Romance, Sport

As a hard-core surfer girl prepares for a big competition, she finds herself falling for a football player.

Director: John Stockwell | Stars: Kate Bosworth , Michelle Rodriguez , Matthew Davis , Sanoe Lake

Votes: 32,922 | Gross: $40.39M

11. To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday (1996)

PG-13 | 93 min | Drama, Fantasy, Romance

David's wife died 2 years ago. He, his teen daughter Rachel, her cute friend and 2 in-laws trying to fix him up with a friend, are all spending the weekend at his beach house. David still "talks to his wife" and neglects Rachel.

Director: Michael Pressman | Stars: Peter Gallagher , Michelle Pfeiffer , Claire Danes , Laurie Fortier

Votes: 5,109 | Gross: $4.14M

12. Chasing Liberty (2004)

PG-13 | 111 min | Comedy, Romance

Anna wants to be like other girls her age (18): date a guy etc. but she's the US president's daughter and always guarded. In Prague he breaks his promise of only 2 agents following her to a concert and she runs away with Ben to see Europe.

Director: Andy Cadiff | Stars: Mandy Moore , Matthew Goode , Mark Harmon , Stark Sands

Votes: 41,074 | Gross: $12.19M

13. The Man in the Moon (1991)

PG-13 | 99 min | Drama, Romance

A coming of age story set in the south of the U.S. when Elvis was King.

Director: Robert Mulligan | Stars: Sam Waterston , Tess Harper , Gail Strickland , Reese Witherspoon

Votes: 18,482 | Gross: $2.85M

14. Letters to Juliet (2010)

PG | 105 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Sophie travels to Verona where she finds an old unanswered letter asking for love advice. She answers it and when the recipient shows up along with her grumpy grandson, they head off to find the old long lost love while a young love sparks

Director: Gary Winick | Stars: Amanda Seyfried , Gael García Bernal , Vanessa Redgrave , Marcia DeBonis

Votes: 107,246 | Gross: $53.03M

15. Safe Haven (I) (2013)

PG-13 | 115 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller

A young woman with a mysterious past lands in Southport, North Carolina where her bond with a widower forces her to confront the dark secret that haunts her.

Director: Lasse Hallström | Stars: Julianne Hough , Josh Duhamel , Cobie Smulders , David Lyons

Votes: 116,626 | Gross: $71.35M

16. The Parent Trap (1998)

PG | 128 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Identical twins Annie and Hallie, separated at birth and each raised by one of their biological parents, discover each other for the first time at summer camp and make a plan to bring their wayward parents back together.

Director: Nancy Meyers | Stars: Lindsay Lohan , Dennis Quaid , Natasha Richardson , Elaine Hendrix

Votes: 154,971 | Gross: $66.31M

17. Dirty Dancing (I) (1987)

PG-13 | 100 min | Drama, Music, Romance

Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances "Baby" Houseman falls in love with the camp's dance instructor, Johnny Castle.

Director: Emile Ardolino | Stars: Patrick Swayze , Jennifer Grey , Jerry Orbach , Cynthia Rhodes

Votes: 256,616 | Gross: $0.62M

18. Something's Gotta Give (2003)

PG-13 | 128 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A swinger on the cusp of being a senior citizen with a taste for young women falls in love with an accomplished woman closer to his age.

Director: Nancy Meyers | Stars: Jack Nicholson , Diane Keaton , Keanu Reeves , Amanda Peet

Votes: 129,259 | Gross: $124.73M

19. What About Bob? (1991)

PG | 99 min | Comedy

A successful psychotherapist loses his mind after one of his most dependent patients, an obsessive-compulsive neurotic, tracks him down during his family vacation.

Director: Frank Oz | Stars: Bill Murray , Richard Dreyfuss , Julie Hagerty , Charlie Korsmo

Votes: 74,502 | Gross: $63.71M

20. Dolphin Tale (2011)

PG | 113 min | Drama, Family

A boy finds a dolphin that was injured in a trap. They become friends, but the dolphin needs to have its tail amputated to survive. With the help of a biologist and a prosthetics specialist, the boy tries to save the animal.

Director: Charles Martin Smith | Stars: Morgan Freeman , Ashley Judd , Harry Connick Jr. , Nathan Gamble

Votes: 25,718 | Gross: $72.29M

21. Dolphin Tale 2 (2014)

PG | 107 min | Drama, Family

The team of people who saved Winter's life reassemble in the wake of her surrogate mother's passing in order to find her a companion so she can remain at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.

Director: Charles Martin Smith | Stars: Morgan Freeman , Ashley Judd , Nathan Gamble , Cozi Zuehlsdorff

Votes: 9,803 | Gross: $42.02M

22. Lovewrecked (2005)

PG | 87 min | Adventure, Comedy, Romance

On a Caribbean cruise, Jenny is marooned on a beach with her rock and roll idol. Deliriously in love with the idea of time alone with him, she manages to hide the fact that they're a stone's throw away from their resort.

Director: Randal Kleiser | Stars: Amanda Bynes , Chris Carmack , Jonathan Bennett , Jamie-Lynn Sigler

Votes: 15,493 | Gross: $0.48M

23. My Father the Hero (1994)

PG | 90 min | Comedy, Romance

A teenage girl on vacation in the Bahamas with her divorced father tries to impress a potential boyfriend by saying that her father is actually her lover.

Director: Steve Miner | Stars: Gérard Depardieu , Katherine Heigl , Dalton James , Lauren Hutton

Votes: 11,725 | Gross: $25.48M

24. Joe Versus the Volcano (1990)

PG | 102 min | Comedy, Romance

When a hypochondriac learns that he is dying, he accepts an offer to throw himself in a volcano at a tropical island, and along the way there, learns to truly live.

Director: John Patrick Shanley | Stars: Tom Hanks , Meg Ryan , Lloyd Bridges , Robert Stack

Votes: 39,822 | Gross: $39.40M

25. Stealing Beauty (1996)

R | 118 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance

After her mother commits suicide, a young woman travels to Italy in search of love, truth and a deeper connection with herself.

Director: Bernardo Bertolucci | Stars: Jeremy Irons , Liv Tyler , Carlo Cecchi , Sinéad Cusack

Votes: 30,444 | Gross: $4.57M

26. National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985)

PG-13 | 95 min | Adventure, Comedy

The Griswolds win a vacation tour across Europe where the usual havoc ensues.

Director: Amy Heckerling | Stars: Chevy Chase , Beverly D'Angelo , Dana Hill , Jason Lively

Votes: 71,611 | Gross: $49.40M

27. The Last Song (2010)

PG | 107 min | Drama, Music, Romance

A rebellious girl is sent to a Southern beach town for the summer to stay with her father. Through their mutual love of music, the estranged duo learn to reconnect.

Director: Julie Anne Robinson | Stars: Miley Cyrus , Liam Hemsworth , Greg Kinnear , Bobby Coleman

Votes: 92,575 | Gross: $62.95M

28. Flipper (1996)

PG | 95 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama

A teenage boy sent to spend the summer with his eccentric uncle on the Florida coast befriends a remarkable dolphin and takes on local bad guys who are polluting the water.

Director: Alan Shapiro | Stars: Paul Hogan , Elijah Wood , Jonathan Banks , Robert Deacon

Votes: 11,671 | Gross: $20.05M

29. Adventureland (2009)

R | 107 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

In the summer of 1987, a college graduate takes a 'nowhere' job at his local amusement park, only to find it's the perfect course to get him prepared for the real world.

Director: Greg Mottola | Stars: Jesse Eisenberg , Kristen Stewart , Ryan Reynolds , Martin Starr

Votes: 169,277 | Gross: $16.03M

30. Eat Pray Love (2010)

PG-13 | 133 min | Biography, Drama, Romance

A married woman realizes how unhappy her marriage really is, and that her life needs to go in a different direction. After a painful divorce, she takes off on a round-the-world journey to "find herself".

Director: Ryan Murphy | Stars: Julia Roberts , Javier Bardem , Richard Jenkins , Viola Davis

Votes: 105,984 | Gross: $80.57M

31. Two If by Sea (1996)

R | 96 min | Comedy, Crime, Romance

A couple steals a Matisse painting on contract, and manage to evade the police. The sale takes place four days later on an island, but things don't go as planned.

Director: Bill Bennett | Stars: Sandra Bullock , Denis Leary , Stephen Dillane , Yaphet Kotto

Votes: 6,383 | Gross: $10.70M

32. Charlie St. Cloud (2010)

PG-13 | 99 min | Drama, Fantasy, Romance

After Charlie survives a car crash that kills his younger brother, he is given the gift of seeing the spirits of his brother and others who he has lost, and must use his powers to save the woman he loves from impending disaster.

Director: Burr Steers | Stars: Zac Efron , Kim Basinger , Charlie Tahan , Amanda Crew

Votes: 64,723 | Gross: $31.16M

33. Only You (1994)

PG | 109 min | Comedy, Romance

As a teen, Faith was told that her destiny is a man named Damon Bradley. Years later - Faith is about to marry another man - a Damon Bradley calls to wish them all the best. Faith blows off the wedding and follows Damon to Italy.

Director: Norman Jewison | Stars: Marisa Tomei , Robert Downey Jr. , Bonnie Hunt , Joaquim de Almeida

Votes: 25,704 | Gross: $20.04M

34. French Kiss (1995)

PG-13 | 111 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A woman flying to France to confront her straying fiance gets into trouble when the charming crook seated next to her uses her for smuggling.

Director: Lawrence Kasdan | Stars: Meg Ryan , Kevin Kline , Timothy Hutton , Jean Reno

Votes: 53,069 | Gross: $38.90M

35. Before Sunrise (1995)

R | 101 min | Drama, Romance

A young man and woman meet on a train in Europe, and wind up spending one evening together in Vienna. Unfortunately, both know that this will probably be their only night together.

Director: Richard Linklater | Stars: Ethan Hawke , Julie Delpy , Andrea Eckert , Hanno Pöschl

Votes: 339,648 | Gross: $5.54M

36. Out to Sea (1997)

PG-13 | 106 min | Comedy, Romance

A failed gambler, intent on meeting a rich widow, tricks his widowed brother-in-law into boarding a cruise ship as dance hosts.

Director: Martha Coolidge | Stars: Jack Lemmon , Walter Matthau , Dyan Cannon , Gloria DeHaven

Votes: 9,521 | Gross: $27.97M

37. Nights in Rodanthe (2008)

PG-13 | 97 min | Drama, Romance

A doctor, who is travelling to see his estranged son, sparks with an unhappily married woman at a North Carolina inn.

Director: George C. Wolfe | Stars: Diane Lane , Richard Gere , Christopher Meloni , Viola Davis

Votes: 26,366 | Gross: $41.85M

38. Blue Lagoon: The Awakening (2012 TV Movie)

TV-14 | 85 min | Drama, Romance

Two high-school students become stranded on a tropical island and must rely on each other for survival. They learn more about themselves and one another while falling in love.

Directors: Eric Bross , Mikael Salomon | Stars: Indiana Evans , Brenton Thwaites , Denise Richards , Patrick St. Esprit

Votes: 17,207

39. Vegas Vacation (1997)

PG | 93 min | Comedy

In the fourth outing for the vacation franchise, the Griswolds have to survive Vegas fever when they go to Las Vegas for a fun family vacation.

Director: Stephen Kessler | Stars: Chevy Chase , Beverly D'Angelo , Randy Quaid , Ethan Embry

Votes: 53,148 | Gross: $36.43M

40. Fool's Gold (I) (2008)

PG-13 | 112 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

A new clue to the whereabouts of a lost treasure rekindles a married couple's sense of adventure -- and their estranged romance.

Director: Andy Tennant | Stars: Matthew McConaughey , Kate Hudson , Donald Sutherland , Alexis Dziena

Votes: 84,534 | Gross: $70.23M

41. Point Break (1991)

R | 122 min | Action, Crime, Thriller

An F.B.I. Agent goes undercover to catch a gang of surfers who may be bank robbers.

Director: Kathryn Bigelow | Stars: Patrick Swayze , Keanu Reeves , Gary Busey , Lori Petty

Votes: 202,518 | Gross: $43.22M

42. Mr. Bean's Holiday (2007)

G | 90 min | Comedy, Family

Mr. Bean wins a trip to Cannes where he unwittingly separates a young boy from his father and must help the two reunite. On the way he discovers France, bicycling, and true love.

Director: Steve Bendelack | Stars: Rowan Atkinson , Willem Dafoe , Steve Pemberton , Lily Atkinson

Votes: 134,182 | Gross: $33.30M

43. Gidget (1959)

Not Rated | 95 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A young girl discovers surfing and love (in that order) during one transitive summer.

Director: Paul Wendkos | Stars: Sandra Dee , James Darren , Cliff Robertson , Arthur O'Connell

Votes: 3,825

44. Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)

R | 111 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Devastated Peter takes a Hawaiian vacation in order to deal with the recent break-up with his TV star girlfriend, Sarah. Little does he know, Sarah's traveling to the same resort as her ex - and she's bringing along her new boyfriend.

Director: Nicholas Stoller | Stars: Kristen Bell , Jason Segel , Paul Rudd , Mila Kunis

Votes: 302,621 | Gross: $63.17M

45. Just Go with It (2011)

PG-13 | 117 min | Comedy, Romance

On a weekend trip to Hawaii, a plastic surgeon convinces his loyal assistant to pose as his soon-to-be-divorced wife in order to cover up a careless lie he told to his much-younger girlfriend.

Director: Dennis Dugan | Stars: Adam Sandler , Jennifer Aniston , Brooklyn Decker , Nicole Kidman

Votes: 265,676 | Gross: $103.03M

46. Cheaper by the Dozen 2 (2005)

PG | 94 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family

The Bakers find themselves competing with a rival family of eight children while on vacation.

Director: Adam Shankman | Stars: Steve Martin , Bonnie Hunt , Hilary Duff , Eugene Levy

Votes: 62,854 | Gross: $82.57M

47. Honeymoon in Vegas (1992)

PG-13 | 96 min | Comedy, Romance, Thriller

Jack loses $65,000 in poker in Las Vegas, where he's marrying Betsy. The wedding will have to wait as the poker winner wants the weekend with Betsy to cancel the debt. She accepts. Whom will she marry?

Director: Andrew Bergman | Stars: James Caan , Nicolas Cage , Sarah Jessica Parker , Pat Morita

Votes: 19,152 | Gross: $35.21M

48. A Good Year (2006)

PG-13 | 117 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A British investment broker inherits his uncle's chateau and vineyard in Provence, where he spent much of his childhood. He discovers a new laid-back lifestyle as he tries to renovate the estate to be sold.

Director: Ridley Scott | Stars: Russell Crowe , Abbie Cornish , Albert Finney , Marion Cotillard

Votes: 101,414 | Gross: $7.46M

49. Aquamarine (2006)

PG | 110 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Two teenage girls discover a mermaid in their beach club's swimming pool.

Director: Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum | Stars: Emma Roberts , JoJo , Sara Paxton , Jake McDorman

Votes: 45,156 | Gross: $18.60M

50. Here on Earth (2000)

PG-13 | 96 min | Drama, Romance

A rich college kid is taught a lesson after a joy ride ends up destroying a country restaurant.

Director: Mark Piznarski | Stars: Chris Klein , Leelee Sobieski , Josh Hartnett , Michael Rooker

Votes: 8,896 | Gross: $10.49M

51. The Way Way Back (2013)

PG-13 | 103 min | Comedy, Drama

Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend's daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park.

Directors: Nat Faxon , Jim Rash | Stars: Steve Carell , Toni Collette , Allison Janney , AnnaSophia Robb

Votes: 156,901 | Gross: $21.50M

52. American Graffiti (1973)

PG | 110 min | Comedy, Drama

A group of teenagers in California's central valley spend one final night after their 1962 high school graduation cruising the strip with their buddies before they pursue their varying goals.

Director: George Lucas | Stars: Richard Dreyfuss , Ron Howard , Paul Le Mat , Charles Martin Smith

Votes: 98,217 | Gross: $115.00M

53. My Life in Ruins (2009)

PG-13 | 95 min | Comedy, Romance

A disgruntled tour guide in Greece gains an unexpected new outlook on life thanks to one of the people on what she intends to be her last tour.

Director: Donald Petrie | Stars: Nia Vardalos , Richard Dreyfuss , Rachel Dratch , Alexis Georgoulis

Votes: 20,872 | Gross: $8.66M

54. Six Days Seven Nights (1998)

PG-13 | 102 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

Robin Monroe, a New York magazine editor, and the gruff pilot Quinn Harris must put aside their mutual dislike if they are to survive after crash landing on a deserted South Seas island.

Director: Ivan Reitman | Stars: Harrison Ford , Anne Heche , David Schwimmer , Jacqueline Obradors

Votes: 83,434 | Gross: $74.33M

55. Camp Nowhere (1994)

PG | 96 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family

A group of junior high kids don't want to go to summer camps chosen by their parents. They make their own adult-free camp and "hire" an ex drama teacher to help.

Director: Jonathan Prince | Stars: Jonathan Jackson , Christopher Lloyd , John Putch , Peter Scolari

Votes: 10,678 | Gross: $10.47M

56. Dear John (I) (2010)

PG-13 | 108 min | Drama, Romance, War

A romantic drama about a soldier who falls for a conservative college student while he's home on leave.

Director: Lasse Hallström | Stars: Channing Tatum , Amanda Seyfried , Richard Jenkins , Henry Thomas

Votes: 157,825 | Gross: $80.01M

57. Into the Blue (2005)

PG-13 | 110 min | Action, Adventure, Crime

Four divers cross paths with drug smugglers in the Bahamas.

Director: John Stockwell | Stars: Paul Walker , Jessica Alba , Scott Caan , Ashley Scott

Votes: 79,551 | Gross: $18.47M

58. Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004)

PG-13 | 86 min | Drama, Music, Romance

High school senior Katey moves to Havana in November 1958, when her dad gets a promotion at Ford. She meets a local waiter, who introduces her to sensual Cuban music/dance. They enter a big dance contest for the prize when he gets fired.

Director: Guy Ferland | Stars: Diego Luna , Romola Garai , Sela Ward , John Slattery

Votes: 29,515 | Gross: $14.16M

59. It Takes Two (1995)

PG | 101 min | Comedy, Family, Romance

Alyssa and Amanda are two little girls who are identical, but complete strangers, that accidentally meet one day.

Director: Andy Tennant | Stars: Kirstie Alley , Steve Guttenberg , Mary-Kate Olsen , Ashley Olsen

Votes: 24,893 | Gross: $19.47M

60. RV (2006)

PG | 99 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family

Bob Munro and his dysfunctional family rent an RV for a road trip to the Colorado Rockies, where they must ultimately contend with a bizarre community of campers.

Director: Barry Sonnenfeld | Stars: Robin Williams , Cheryl Hines , Kristin Chenoweth , JoJo

Votes: 63,599 | Gross: $71.73M

61. The Heartbreak Kid (2007)

R | 116 min | Comedy, Romance

A newly wed man who believes he's just gotten hitched to the perfect woman encounters another lady on his honeymoon.

Directors: Bobby Farrelly , Peter Farrelly | Stars: Ben Stiller , Michelle Monaghan , Malin Akerman , Jerry Stiller

Votes: 96,567 | Gross: $36.79M

62. Ten Inch Hero (2007)

R | 102 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

An artist gets a job at a beachside sandwich shop, where she hangs out with a techie, a flirt, a rocker, a hippie, and a Wiccan.

Director: David Mackay | Stars: Elisabeth Harnois , Clea DuVall , Sean Patrick Flanery , Jensen Ackles

Votes: 13,318

63. Wimbledon (2004)

PG-13 | 98 min | Comedy, Romance, Sport

A pro tennis player has lost his ambition and has fallen in rank to 119. Fortunately for him, he meets a young player on the women's circuit who helps him recapture his focus for Wimbledon.

Director: Richard Loncraine | Stars: Kirsten Dunst , Paul Bettany , Jon Favreau , Sam Neill

Votes: 66,662 | Gross: $17.00M

64. According to Greta (2009)

PG-13 | 92 min | Drama, Romance

A suicidal and rebellious teenager is sent to live with her grandparents for the summer, where life takes an unexpected turn.

Director: Nancy Bardawil | Stars: Hilary Duff , Evan Ross , Michael Murphy , Ellen Burstyn

Votes: 10,362

65. Indian Summer (1993)

PG-13 | 97 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Seven friends reunite for a week-long reunion at a summer camp in Ontario they used to attend as children which is now threatened with being closed down.

Director: Mike Binder | Stars: Alan Arkin , Matt Craven , Diane Lane , Bill Paxton

Votes: 6,025 | Gross: $14.90M

66. Endless Love (2014)

PG-13 | 104 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance

The story of a privileged girl and a charismatic boy whose instant desire sparks a love affair made only more reckless by parents trying to keep them apart.

Director: Shana Feste | Stars: Gabriella Wilde , Alex Pettyfer , Bruce Greenwood , Robert Patrick

Votes: 47,604 | Gross: $23.39M

67. We're the Millers (2013)

R | 110 min | Comedy, Crime

A veteran pot dealer creates a fake family as part of his plan to move a huge shipment of weed into the U.S. from Mexico.

Director: Rawson Marshall Thurber | Stars: Jason Sudeikis , Jennifer Aniston , Emma Roberts , Ed Helms

Votes: 486,466 | Gross: $150.39M

68. Failure to Launch (2006)

PG-13 | 97 min | Comedy, Romance

A thirty-something is still living with his parents until they hire an interventionist to help him graduate out of the house. That's when the fun begins.

Director: Tom Dey | Stars: Matthew McConaughey , Sarah Jessica Parker , Kathy Bates , Terry Bradshaw

Votes: 85,865 | Gross: $88.72M

69. Message in a Bottle (1999)

PG-13 | 126 min | Drama, Romance

A woman discovers a tragic love letter in a bottle on a beach, and is determined to track down its author.

Director: Luis Mandoki | Stars: Kevin Costner , Robin Wright , Paul Newman , John Savage

Votes: 40,384 | Gross: $52.88M

70. Barefoot (I) (2014)

PG-13 | 90 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The "black sheep" son of a wealthy family meets a young psychiatric patient who's been raised in isolation her entire life; he takes this naive young woman home for his brother's wedding.

Director: Andrew Fleming | Stars: Evan Rachel Wood , Scott Speedman , J.K. Simmons , Treat Williams

Votes: 27,071 | Gross: $0.01M

71. Sabrina (1995)

PG | 127 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

An ugly duckling having undergone a remarkable change, still harbors feelings for her crush: a carefree playboy, but not before his business-focused brother has something to say about it.

Director: Sydney Pollack | Stars: Harrison Ford , Julia Ormond , Greg Kinnear , Nancy Marchand

Votes: 44,469 | Gross: $53.67M

72. Aloha (I) (2015)

PG-13 | 105 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A celebrated military contractor returns to the site of his greatest career triumphs and reconnects with a long-ago love while unexpectedly falling for the hard-charging Air Force watchdog assigned to him.

Director: Cameron Crowe | Stars: Bradley Cooper , Rachel McAdams , Emma Stone , Alec Baldwin

Votes: 71,092 | Gross: $20.99M

73. Heartbreakers (2001)

PG-13 | 123 min | Comedy, Crime, Romance

A mother and daughter con team seduce and scam wealthy men.

Director: David Mirkin | Stars: Sigourney Weaver , Jennifer Love Hewitt , Gene Hackman , Ray Liotta

Votes: 58,020 | Gross: $40.34M

74. Life as a House (2001)

R | 125 min | Drama

When a man is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he takes custody of his misanthropic teenage son, for whom quality time means getting high, engaging in small-time prostitution, and avoiding his father.

Director: Irwin Winkler | Stars: Hayden Christensen , Kevin Kline , Kristin Scott Thomas , Jena Malone

Votes: 45,622 | Gross: $15.65M

75. Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002)

PG-13 | 116 min | Drama

After years of mother-daughter tension, Siddalee receives a scrapbook detailing the wild adventures of the "Ya-Yas", her mother's girlhood friends.

Director: Callie Khouri | Stars: Sandra Bullock , Ellen Burstyn , Fionnula Flanagan , James Garner

Votes: 20,961 | Gross: $69.60M

76. The Birdcage (1996)

R | 117 min | Comedy

A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen companion agree to put up a false straight front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée's right-wing moralistic parents.

Director: Mike Nichols | Stars: Robin Williams , Nathan Lane , Gene Hackman , Dianne Wiest

Votes: 100,733 | Gross: $124.06M

77. Weekend at Bernie's (1989)

PG-13 | 97 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime

Two idiots try to pretend that their murdered employer is really alive, leading the hitman to attempt to track him down to finish him off.

Director: Ted Kotcheff | Stars: Andrew McCarthy , Jonathan Silverman , Catherine Mary Stewart , Terry Kiser

Votes: 62,955 | Gross: $30.22M

78. Bushwhacked (1995)

PG-13 | 90 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime

Framed for murder and on the run from authorities, a sleazy courier poses as a scout leader. But he has no idea what he's in for when he must actually take charge of a group of kids on a hiking trip.

Director: Greg Beeman | Stars: Daniel Stern , Jon Polito , Brad Sullivan , Ann Dowd

Votes: 6,880 | Gross: $7.92M

79. The Parent Trap (1961)

Passed | 129 min | Comedy, Family, Romance

Teenage twin sisters swap places and scheme to reunite their divorced parents.

Director: David Swift | Stars: Hayley Mills , Maureen O'Hara , Brian Keith , Charles Ruggles

Votes: 24,001

80. Teen Beach Movie (2013 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 110 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Two surfing lovers, whose doomed relationship is nearing to a close, find themselves swept into a dimension-traversing wave that sends them into a beach movie musical in the 60's.

Director: Jeffrey Hornaday | Stars: Ross Lynch , Maia Mitchell , Gracie Gillam , Garrett Clayton

Votes: 14,126

81. Blast from the Past (1999)

PG-13 | 112 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A naive man comes out into the world after spending 35 years in a nuclear fallout shelter.

Director: Hugh Wilson | Stars: Brendan Fraser , Alicia Silverstone , Christopher Walken , Sissy Spacek

Votes: 71,784 | Gross: $26.49M

82. Lilo & Stitch (2002)

PG | 85 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

A young and parentless girl adopts a 'dog' from the local pound, completely unaware that it's supposedly a dangerous scientific experiment that's taken refuge on Earth and is now hiding from its creator and those who see it as a menace.

Directors: Dean DeBlois , Chris Sanders | Stars: Daveigh Chase , Chris Sanders , Tia Carrere , David Ogden Stiers

Votes: 211,900 | Gross: $145.79M

83. Spanglish (2004)

PG-13 | 131 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A woman and her daughter emigrate from Mexico for a better life in America, where they start working for a family whose patriarch is a newly celebrated chef with an insecure wife.

Director: James L. Brooks | Stars: Adam Sandler , Téa Leoni , Paz Vega , Cloris Leachman

Votes: 88,570 | Gross: $42.73M

84. The Nanny Diaries (2007)

A college graduate goes to work as a nanny for a rich New York family. Ensconced in their home, she has to juggle their dysfunction, a new romance, and the spoiled brat in her charge.

Directors: Shari Springer Berman , Robert Pulcini | Stars: Scarlett Johansson , Laura Linney , Paul Giamatti , Donna Murphy

Votes: 64,104 | Gross: $25.93M

85. Blended (2014)

After a bad blind date, a man and woman find themselves stuck together at a resort for families, where their attraction grows as their respective kids benefit from the burgeoning relationship.

Director: Frank Coraci | Stars: Adam Sandler , Drew Barrymore , Wendi McLendon-Covey , Kevin Nealon

Votes: 144,341 | Gross: $46.29M

86. Monster-in-Law (2005)

PG-13 | 101 min | Comedy, Romance

The love life of Charlotte is reduced to an endless string of disastrous blind dates, until she meets the perfect man, Kevin. Unfortunately, his merciless mother will do anything to destroy their relationship.

Director: Robert Luketic | Stars: Jennifer Lopez , Michael Vartan , Jane Fonda , Wanda Sykes

Votes: 65,579 | Gross: $82.93M

87. Zeus and Roxanne (1997)

PG | 98 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family

A touching friendship story between a dog and a dolphin.

Director: George Miller | Stars: Steve Guttenberg , Kathleen Quinlan , Arnold Vosloo , Dawn McMillan

Votes: 3,217 | Gross: $7.18M

88. Because I Said So (2007)

PG-13 | 102 min | Comedy, Romance

A meddling mother tries to set her daughter up with the right man so her kid won't follow in her footsteps.

Director: Michael Lehmann | Stars: Diane Keaton , Mandy Moore , Gabriel Macht , Tom Everett Scott

Votes: 40,140 | Gross: $42.67M

89. Surf's Up (2007)

A behind-the-scenes look at the annual Penguin World Surfing Championship, and its newest participant, up-and-comer Cody Maverick.

Directors: Ash Brannon , Chris Buck | Stars: Shia LaBeouf , Zooey Deschanel , Jon Heder , Jeff Bridges

Votes: 90,899 | Gross: $58.87M

90. Return to Me (2000)

PG | 115 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A man who falls in love with the woman who received his wife's heart must decide which woman it is who holds his heart.

Director: Bonnie Hunt | Stars: David Duchovny , Minnie Driver , Carroll O'Connor , Robert Loggia

Votes: 22,808 | Gross: $32.66M

91. Evening (2007)

PG-13 | 117 min | Drama, Romance

Suffering from a terminal illness, an elderly woman recalls in delirium a tragedy from her youth, when her brief romance with a young doctor has unforeseeable consequences for a mutual friend secretly in love with her.

Director: Lajos Koltai | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave , Toni Collette , Claire Danes , Patrick Wilson

Votes: 14,072 | Gross: $12.41M

92. Becoming Jane (2007)

PG | 120 min | Biography, Drama, Romance

A biographical portrait of a pre-fame Jane Austen and her romance with a young Irishman.

Director: Julian Jarrold | Stars: Anne Hathaway , James McAvoy , Julie Walters , James Cromwell

Votes: 65,130 | Gross: $18.67M

93. A Very Brady Sequel (1996)

PG-13 | 90 min | Comedy

The Bradys are surprised when a man claiming to be Carol's long lost first husband shows up at their home. Before long, his strange actions cause them to question his motives.

Director: Arlene Sanford | Stars: Shelley Long , Gary Cole , Tim Matheson , Christopher Daniel Barnes

Votes: 11,775 | Gross: $21.40M

94. The Descendants (2011)

R | 115 min | Comedy, Drama

A land baron tries to reconnect with his two daughters after his wife is seriously injured in a boating accident.

Director: Alexander Payne | Stars: George Clooney , Shailene Woodley , Amara Miller , Nick Krause

Votes: 251,900 | Gross: $82.58M

95. When in Rome (2010)

PG-13 | 91 min | Comedy, Romance

Beth is an ambitious young New Yorker who is completely unlucky in love. On a whirlwind trip to Rome, she impulsively steals some coins from a reputed fountain of love, and is then aggressively pursued by a band of suitors.

Director: Mark Steven Johnson | Stars: Kristen Bell , Josh Duhamel , Anjelica Huston , Danny DeVito

Votes: 64,638 | Gross: $32.67M

96. Lost in Translation (2003)

R | 102 min | Comedy, Drama

A faded movie star and a neglected young woman form an unlikely bond after crossing paths in Tokyo.

Director: Sofia Coppola | Stars: Bill Murray , Scarlett Johansson , Giovanni Ribisi , Anna Faris

Votes: 489,607 | Gross: $44.59M

97. What a Girl Wants (2003)

PG | 105 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

An American teenager learns that her father is a wealthy British politician running for office. Although she is eager to find him, she realizes it could cause a scandal and cost him the election.

Director: Dennie Gordon | Stars: Amanda Bynes , Colin Firth , Kelly Preston , Soleil McGhee

Votes: 66,535 | Gross: $35.99M

98. A Walk on the Moon (1999)

R | 107 min | Drama, Romance

The world of a young housewife is turned upside down when she has an affair with a free-spirited blouse salesman.

Director: Tony Goldwyn | Stars: Diane Lane , Viggo Mortensen , Bobby Boriello , Anna Paquin

Votes: 9,218 | Gross: $4.74M

99. Monte Carlo (2011)

PG | 109 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family

Three young women vacationing in Paris find themselves whisked away to Monte Carlo after one of the girls is mistaken for a British heiress.

Director: Thomas Bezucha | Stars: Selena Gomez , Leighton Meester , Katie Cassidy , Cory Monteith

Votes: 48,647 | Gross: $23.19M

100. One Day (2011)

PG-13 | 107 min | Drama, Romance

After spending the night together on the eve of their college graduation, Dexter and Emma are shown each year on the same date to see where they are in their lives. They are sometimes together, and sometimes not.

Director: Lone Scherfig | Stars: Anne Hathaway , Jim Sturgess , Patricia Clarkson , Tom Mison

Votes: 168,007 | Gross: $13.84M

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A ship sent to investigate a wave of mysterious sinkings encounters the advanced submarine, the Nautilus, commanded by Captain Nemo.

After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo Thanos' actions and restore order to the universe once and for all, no matter what consequences may be in store.

When Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.

A spacecraft traveling to a distant colony planet and transporting thousands of people has a malfunction in its sleep chambers. As a result, two passengers are awakened 90 years early.

An astronaut crash lands on a mysterious planet only to discover he’s not alone.

During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive.

Against his father Odin's will, The Mighty Thor - a powerful but arrogant warrior god - recklessly reignites an ancient war. Thor is cast down to Earth and forced to live among humans as punishment. Once here, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero when the most dangerous villain of his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth.

Peter Parker is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life from the high-stakes of being a Super Hero. When he asks for help from Doctor Strange the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.

On the night a comet is passing near Earth, eight friends at a dinner party experience a troubling chain of reality bending events. When the power goes out, they discover that the only house on the street left with power also holds many secrets.

Major Bill Cage is an officer who has never seen a day of combat when he is unceremoniously demoted and dropped into combat. Cage is killed within minutes, managing to take an alpha alien down with him. He awakens back at the beginning of the same day and is forced to fight and die again... and again - as physical contact with the alien has thrown him into a time loop.

Deadpool tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

The night after another unsatisfactory New Year party, Tim's father tells his son that the men in his family have always had the ability to travel through time. Tim can't change history, but he can change what happens and has happened in his own life – so he decides to make his world a better place... by getting a girlfriend. Sadly, that turns out not to be as easy as he thinks.

When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.

Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence-a commodity capable of unlocking humanity's greatest potential-only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.

The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods as they join forces with their younger selves in an epic battle that must change the past – to save our future.

On a post-apocalyptic Earth, a robot, built to protect the life of his dying creator's beloved dog, learns about life, love, friendship, and what it means to be human.

A rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a mission to steal the Death Star plans and bring a new hope to the galaxy.

Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Doctor Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.

This experimental satire is a comedy of ideas about an alien in the city, who asks questions that no one has asked before. They are innocent, child-like questions, but they bring about catastrophic answers. People who are set in their ways for generations, are forced to reappraise their world when they see it from PK's innocent eyes. In the process PK makes loyal friends and powerful foes, mends broken lives and angers the establishment. PK's childlike curiosity transforms into a spiritual odyssey for him and millions of others. This offbeat, experimental drama is an ambitious and uniquely original exploration of complex philosophies. It is also a simple and humane tale of love, laughter and letting-go. Finally, it is a moving saga about a friendship between strangers from worlds apart.

Following the events of Age of Ultron, the collective governments of the world pass an act designed to regulate all superhuman activity. This polarizes opinion amongst the Avengers, causing two factions to side with Iron Man or Captain America, which causes an epic battle between former allies.

Thirty years after the events of the first film, a new blade runner, LAPD Officer K, unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into chaos. K's discovery leads him on a quest to find Rick Deckard, a former LAPD blade runner who has been missing for 30 years.

A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.

In the not-too-distant future the aging gene has been switched off. To avoid overpopulation, time has become the currency and the way people pay for luxuries and necessities. The rich can live forever, while the rest try to negotiate for their immortality. A poor young man who comes into a fortune of time, though too late to help his mother from dying. He ends up on the run from a corrupt police force known as 'time keepers'.

When a chance encounter brings together the cynical Dell and the quick-witted Kimberly, the stage is set for a tempestuous love affair that unfolds like a puzzle. As the film zigzags back and forth in time-from a meteor shower in LA, to an encounter in a Paris hotel room, to a fateful phone call-an unforgettable portrait of a relationship emerges.

Decorated soldier Captain Colter Stevens wakes up in the body of an unknown man, discovering he's involved in a mission to find the bomber of a Chicago commuter train. He learns he's part of a top-secret experimental program that enables him to experience the final 8 minutes of another person's life. Colter re-lives the train incident over and over again, gathering more clues each time. But can he discover who is responsible for the attack before the next one happens?

A man glimpses the future Fate has planned for him – and chooses to fight for his own destiny. Battling the powerful Adjustment Bureau across, under and through the streets of New York, he risks his destined greatness to be with the only woman he's ever loved.

An aging Chinese immigrant is swept up in an insane adventure, where she alone can save what's important to her by connecting with the lives she could have led in other universes.

Anakin Skywalker, a young slave strong with the Force, is discovered on Tatooine. Meanwhile, the evil Sith have returned, enacting their plot for revenge against the Jedi.

Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop of his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, a strange and powerful lightning storm touches down.

With the help of student assistant Boris and stolen university equipment, Dr. Harry Wolper plans to clone his dead wife. But then he meets Meli, an egg donor for his experiment, and they fall in love. Faced with choosing between his deceased wife and Meli, Dr. Wolper sees his situation in a new light when Boris' own new love, Barbara, falls into a coma. Meanwhile, another professor tries shutting down the cloning project.

Eighties teenager Marty McFly is accidentally sent back in time to 1955, inadvertently disrupting his parents' first meeting and attracting his mother's romantic interest. Marty must repair the damage to history by rekindling his parents' romance and - with the help of his eccentric inventor friend Doc Brown - return to 1985.

In 2027, in a chaotic world in which humans can no longer procreate, a former activist agrees to help transport a miraculously pregnant woman to a sanctuary at sea, where her child's birth may help scientists save the future of humankind.

Contact is a science fiction film about an encounter with alien intelligence. Based on the novel by Carl Sagan the film starred Jodie Foster as the one chosen scientist who must make some difficult decisions between her beliefs, the truth, and reality.

Sam Witwicky leaves the Autobots behind for a normal life. But when his mind is filled with cryptic symbols, the Decepticons target him and he is dragged back into the Transformers' war.

After his career is destroyed, a brilliant but arrogant surgeon gets a new lease on life when a sorcerer takes him under her wing and trains him to defend the world against evil.

A two-hour Battlestar Galactica special that tells the story of the Battlestar Pegasus several months prior to it finding the Galactica.

An Edinburgh professor and assorted colleagues follow an explorer's trail down an extinct Icelandic volcano to the earth's center.

In the not-too-distant future, an all-seeing surveillance state conducts “dream audits” to collect taxes on the unconscious lives of the populace. Mild-mannered government agent James Preble travels to a remote farmhouse to audit the dreams of Arabella “Bella” Isadora, an eccentric, aging artist. Entering Bella’s vast VHS archive, which contains a lifetime of dreams, Preble stumbles upon a secret that offers him a chance at love—and hope for escape.

Terminal Island, New York: 2020. Overcrowding in the US penal system has reached a breaking point. Prisons have been turned over to a monolithic Weyland Corporation, which sees jails full of thugs as an opportunity for televised sport. Adrenalized inmates, a global audience hungry for violence and a spectacular, enclosed arena come together to form the 'Death Race', the biggest, most brutal event.

After a gentle alien becomes stranded on Earth, the being is discovered and befriended by a young boy named Elliott. Bringing the extraterrestrial into his suburban California house, Elliott introduces E.T., as the alien is dubbed, to his brother and his little sister, Gertie, and the children decide to keep its existence a secret. Soon, however, E.T. falls ill, resulting in government intervention and a dire situation for both Elliott and the alien.

The human city of Zion defends itself against the massive invasion of the machines as Neo fights to end the war at another front while also opposing the rogue Agent Smith.

In 2013 there are no highways, no I-ways, no dreams of a better tomorrow, only scattered survivors across what was once the Unites States. Into this apocalyptic wasteland comes an enigmatic drifter with a mule, a knack for Shakespeare and something yet undiscovered: the power to inspire hope.

A group of scientists in San Francisco struggle to stay alive in the aftermath of a plague that is wiping out humanity, while Caesar tries to maintain dominance over his community of intelligent apes.

The stars of a 1970s sci-fi show - now scraping a living through re-runs and sci-fi conventions - are beamed aboard an alien spacecraft. Believing the cast's heroic on-screen dramas are historical documents of real-life adventures, the band of aliens turn to the ailing celebrities for help in their quest to overcome the oppressive regime in their solar system.

For the past 60 years, a space-traveling smart-ass named Paul has been locked up in a top-secret military base, advising world leaders about his kind. But when he worries he’s outlived his usefulness and the dissection table is drawing uncomfortably close, Paul escapes on the first RV that passes by his compound in Area 51. Fortunately, it contains the two earthlings who are most likely to rescue and harbor an alien on the run.

In 2019, Lincoln Six-Echo is a resident of a seemingly "Utopian" but contained facility. Like all of the inhabitants of this carefully-controlled environment, Lincoln hopes to be chosen to go to The Island — reportedly the last uncontaminated location on the planet. But Lincoln soon discovers that everything about his existence is a lie.

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Dark truth behind popular childhood toy Sea Monkeys

Sea monkeys were an absolute staple for many kids.

Jess Battison

People have said their childhoods are ‘ruined’ after discovering the dark truth behind a very popular toy.

A classic purchase for kids whose parents wouldn’t let them have a ‘real’ pet, Sea Monkeys were staple. The cute plastic tank came complete with three packets and allowed you to create life.

After filling the tank with water, you could add the ‘water purifier’ sachet and once that had done its job, you could pop the Sea Monkey eggs in, too.

Finally, once the Sea Monkey, which were actually brine shrimp , were alive and kicking, you could use the included food pouch to make sure they didn’t starve.

If you managed to avoid knocking the whole thing over, you’d end up with a tank of tiny little creatures - that did not look anything like the depiction on the front of the box.

Despite the fact that it was less of a toy and more of a heartbreak when they inevitably died after a couple weeks - Sea Monkeys remained incredibly popular with a whole generation of kids growing up in the 1990s and 2000s.

However, the popular practice pet has a pretty dark truth behind it, as they were invented by an American man by the name of Harold von Braunhut.

Von Braunhut was an inventor of a number of bizarre gift ideas for children including X-Ray glasses, a monster card that would grow hair when you added water and the 'invisible goldfish', which was just a fishbowl and some food.

Alongside that, it turns out, he was also a massive white supremacist.

Yep, the inventor of Sea Monkeys bought weapons for the Ku Klux Klan and regularly attended neo-Nazi groups.

He didn't try to hide it either, as in an interview where he made racist statements he then said: "You know what side I'm on. I don't make any bones about it."

Yep, it’s tough to learn, isn’t it? But here we are.

As you can imagine, the discovery has not gone down well with those of us who did own Sea Monkeys - as one person put it: “Can’t say that. That’s ruined my childhood, like.”

On X , people were also left unhappy after finding out the truth, with someone posting: “Just found out the inventor of Sea Monkey may have been a Nazi, there goes a piece of my childhood.”

A second wrote: “Today in another instalment of ‘childhood ruined’ I found out that the guy who created Sea Monkeys was an extremely prolific neo-Nazi.”

Topics:  Weird , Racism

Jess is an Entertainment Journalist with a love of all things pop culture. Her main interests include keeping up with the Twitter girlies, waiting for a new series of The Traitors and losing her voice at a Beyoncé concert. She graduated with a first in Journalism from City, University of London in 2021 and has previously worked at MyLondon.

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We're pausing our live coverage of the war in Ukraine for the time being - thanks for tuning in. 

This footage shows Russian troops preparing for a Victory Day parade in the Red Square in Moscow. 

The event comes just days after Vladimir Putin's fifth inauguration as president of Russia. 

By  Sean Bell , military analyst 

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has claimed that Ukrainian forces shot down a Russian Su-25 fighter-bomber jet over the Donetsk region yesterday.   

The Russian fighter - codenamed Frogfoot by NATO - is primarily used to provide close air support for Russian frontline troops. 

Pre-war the Russians had between 70 and 80 serviceable Su-25s, but Ukraine claims to have shot down around six of these to date.

But is this loss important in the broader scheme of the war?

Fresh Western supplies of weapons are starting to arrive in Ukraine, and the expectation is that air defence missiles would probably be the first priority. 

Ukraine's claim that it has shot down 23 of 24 Russian drones last night and the successful targeting of one of its fighter jets also suggests that Ukraine is stabilising its defensive posture.  

However, on the frontline, reports suggest that Russian forces have made further advances, taking several more communities - including Ocheretyne.  

Military experts believe that Ukraine is making a "managed withdrawal" from key sites to trade territory for time - in anticipation of the arrival of fresh supplies of Western military aid.

Military offensives generally incur significantly greater losses for the attacking force than that defending. 

The UK's Ministry of Defence has reported that Russia's April offensive action has resulted in 899 Russian casualties per day, which is higher than at the peak of the attritional battle for Bakhmut. 

However, it has proven very difficult to secure reliable figures for the Ukraine war, with Russia playing down the scale of its losses, and Kyiv avoiding reporting specific numbers.

Regardless, it seems likely that Vladimir Putin will be keen to avoid another round of Russian mobilisation for fear of highlighting the growing numbers of Russian casualties.  

Instead,  Russia is reported to be recruiting foreign nationals to bolster its army, with the latest target being Cuba.  

It is reported that Cuban recruits have been offered monthly salaries of up to £1600 per month, when their average salary in Cuba is around £20 per month. 

The package naturally appears attractive, particularly if recruits are initially told that they will not serve on the frontline.

Until the resupply of Western weapons and ammunition arrives, it looks likely that Russia will continue to capitalise on Ukraine's shortage of weapons to push forward and secure as much territory as possible in the Donbas.  

And Ukraine will seek to ensure Russia pays a high price for every metre of ground ceded.  

These images show members of the 93rd Kholodnyi war separate mechanised brigade celebrating Orthodox Easter on the frontlines of Russia's war against Ukraine. 

The Ukrainian troops are fighting in Donetsk, where much of Russia's military focus is. 

This footage shows firefighters battling a blaze in Kharkiv in the early hours of yesterday morning. 

The region was consistently targeted yesterday, with several drone and shelling attacks across the area.

Russia's targeting of Ukrainian energy infrastructure with drones and missiles has cost Kyiv some £1bn (£796m), the country's energy minister has claimed. 

German Galushchenko said that, since mid-March, Russian forces have been attacking Ukrainian thermal and hydropower stations - as well as main networks - on an almost daily basis.

This has led to blackouts in many regions.

"Today, we are talking about the amounts of losses for more than a billion dollars," he said.

"But the attacks continue, and it is obvious that the losses will grow," he added. 

By Sean Bell , military analyst 

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has adopted nine major sanctions on North Korea in response to the country's nuclear and missile activities since 2006.  

In June of that year, the UNSC established an embargo on exports of major arms to and imports from North Korea. 

In June 2009, it widened the embargo to all arms, except for the export small arms and light weapons to the country, before eventually banning those too in 2015.

Russia was a signatory to those embargoes.

Yet, late last year, a series of Russian senior leadership visits to North Korea were focused on solving Russia's growing demand for weapons, artillery shells and missiles to support its war in Ukraine.  

Although Russia has denied that it imports North Korean weapons, the Royal United Service Institute (RUSI) has been tracking ships transporting weapons to Russia.  

It has tracked four Russian cargo ships, each transporting hundreds of containers.

Estimates suggest that over 7,000 containers carrying over one million ammunition shells, rockets and missiles have been sold to Russia by North Korea since a deal was struck last year.

Russia denies that it is importing any North Korean weapons.

However, an inspector from the Conflict Arms Research team based in Ukraine has been studying the remains of a series of missiles fired at Ukrainian targets this year and has made a series of important discoveries.  

According to reports, parts of the missile remains included characters only used in the Korean alphabet, and the number '112' was stamped into parts of the missile - '2023' in the Korean calendar.

Closer investigation of hundreds of electronic components revealed that the missiles were "bursting" with Western technology.  

Most of the electronics were manufactured in the US or Europe, and were sourced over the past few years.  

Despite supposedly significant sanctions, North Korea has managed to illicitly procure large quantities of Western technology, assemble missiles and sell them to Russia to be used in its war in Ukraine.

Although the North Korean weapons might not be very effective, they are cheap, so can be procured in large quantities and used to degrade Ukrainian air defence systems.

Quantity has a quality all of its own - so what is the point of sanctions if they can so easily be bypassed?  

North Korea is evidently profiting from its arms export arrangement with Russia, which will create further opportunities for Pyongyang to expand arms exports as a vital source of revenue - to grow its economy and military capability.  

Not to mention it undermines the authority of the UN - given that Russia is a signatory to the ban on North Korean arms exports, yet is flagrantly ignoring this ban to meet its wartime needs.

Yet, the UN appears powerless to enforce its own sanctions.

Russia claims it has taken complete control of the village of Ocheretyne in eastern Ukraine. 

The village, which lies northwest of the former Ukrainian stronghold of Avdiivka, which Russia captured in February, had a pre-war population of around 3,000. 

Russia has made steady advances since taking Avdiivka, and this would mark the latest in a string of villages in the area to fall into Moscow's grasp. 

These images show Russian servicemen and women preparing for the annual Victory Day parade in Moscow. 

On the 9 May, the military will march through the Red Square in front of Vladimir Putin - who will have been sworn in once again as president days earlier (see 9.04am post).

The parade will showcase Russian military hardware with vehicles, aircraft and soldiers all taking the stage.

Russian forces are continuing to advance west of Avdiivka, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

The US-based thinktank said it had geolocated footage showing Russian soldiers advancing near Arkhanhelske, which is just northwest of the Russian-held city. 

Fighting has intensified in villages like Arkhanhelske near Avdiivka, and further north around Chasiv Yar in recent weeks. 

"ISW assesses that the Russian seizure of Arkhanhelske also indicates that Russian forces likely control Keramik and Novokalynove (both southeast of Arkhanhelske)," it said. 

It also said it had noted Ukrainian forces withdrawing from northern Arkhanhelske. 

"Ukrainian forces may have decided to trade space for time as they wait for the arrival of US aid to the frontline at scale in the coming weeks - an appropriate decision for an under-resourced force at risk of being outflanked," it said. 

"Russian forces appear to be choosing to exploit the tactical situation northwest of Avdiivka - a sound military undertaking - but their ultimate objective in this frontline sector remains unclear."

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