Over the last several years, Netflix has made a name for itself in the cinematic world, releasing original films that have dominated industry awards shows like the Oscars and the Golden Globes. In fact, the streaming giant received 18 nominations for this year’s Academy Awards. So, with plenty of films to choose from, which should you pick for movie night?
Here are our recommendations for the 14 best Netflix original movies. And if you’d rather go with a series, check out our picks for the best TV shows to watch on Netflix.
Read more: 2024 Oscars: How to Watch and Stream the Nominated Films
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This mobster film from director Martin Scorsese features a gripping (and gory) storyline, and stellar performances from lead actors including Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Al Pacino. Based on the book I Heard You Paint Houses, the movie chronicles the life of truck driver Frank Sheeran (De Niro) in 1950s Philadelphia, who becomes a hitman for the Italian-American Mafia. It’s an epic that’s both fascinating and unsettling, and if you’ve got the patience for the 209-minute runtime, it’s worth a watch.
