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Hulu is one of the oldest streaming platforms ou there, but there’s no denying it showcases some great content. When it comes to movies, there’s big-budget blockbusters, acclaimed independents, Oscar-winning classics, and everything in between. And while it can be daunting to know what to watch, we’re here to help.
2021 is a very crowded marketplace for streaming services, and that means a lot of movies travel between them because of competition for your money. And because things are moving around so much, it can get a bit overwhelming. There are simply too many to choose from, even after you’ve selected which services you’d like to subscribe to. So, in an effort to help you spend less time scrolling through apps and more time actually working through the movies themselves, we’ve curated a list of the very best films currently streaming on Hulu for you to watch right now.
All of these movies are included with the basic Hulu subscription, which starts at just $7 a month. You can check out our full breakdown of Hulu plans and pricing for 2021 (including the Disney Plus bundle with Hulu) for more details if you’re considering signing up. There’s also a 30-day free trial if you just want to try it out or watch a specific movie.
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Nomadland
Drama, R, 108 minutes
Director Chloe Zhao’s Nomadland has proven to be one of the year’s most buzz-worthy films. After securing wins for best drama and best director at the Golden Globes, Nomadland also earned six Oscar nominations, of which it took home wins for Best Director, Best Picture, and Best Actress. Don’t miss this one.
Sorry to Bother You
Comedy, R, 112
Whatever you think this movie is about, we promise, you’re wrong. It’s best to go in with an open mind and as little information as possible, so if you haven’t already been spoiled about this surrealist dark comedy starring Lakeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson, just drop everything and head to Hulu right now.
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Run
Thriller, R, 89 minutes
American Horror Story regular Sarah Paulson stars in this gripping psychological thriller about a mother who is manipulating her extremely ill, wheelchair-using daughter. Part mystery, part revenge story, Run isn’t for the faint of heart.
Another Round
Comedy drama, R, 117 minutes
Another Round, or Druk in its original Danish, took home the Oscar for Best International Feature Film this year, and it stars Mads Mikkelson if prestige alone doesn’t sell you. A funny, sometimes dark, dramedy about–you guessed it–alcohol, Another Round blends humor with a dark look at the realities of a lifestyle that catches up with you.
Bill and Ted Face the Music
Comedy, R, 91 minutes
It took nearly 30 years to get here, but the return of loveable metalheads Bill S. Preston, Esq, and “Ted” Theodore Logan was absolutely worth the wait. The now middle-aged Bill and Ted have 70 minutes to save the universe–but luckily their far-more-resourceful daughters are on hand to help out.
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Arrival
Sci-Fi, PG-13, 116 minutes
Mind-bending alien invasion film Arrival is as much about the passage of time and the concept of human language as it is the giant, ominous spaceships that suddenly and inexplicably land at different points around Earth. Amy Adams stars in this thoughtful drama that will definitely keep you guessing.
Palm Springs
Sci-fi comedy, R, 90 minutes
While Andy Samberg and the Lonely Island may be more well known for their bombastic comedies like Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, Palm Springs proved that they have far more than one trick up their sleeves. A time-loop comedy about a wedding party from hell, Palm Springs first earned acclaim at Sundance, and is now available to stream any time.
Shrek
Comedy, PG, 90 minutes
Oh, come on. Who doesn’t love Shrek? The early ’00s animated comedy has earned its place in the pantheon of timeless internet memes over the years–and for good reason. Not only is it completely absurd, the jokes still hold up today.
Gone Girl
Thriller, R, 149 minutes
Crime thriller Gone Girl was based on the novel of the same name by Gillian Flynn and starred Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike doing some of their best work as unhappy couple Nick and Amy Dunn. Gone Girl is sleek and stylish, and will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
The Thin Red Line
War, R, 170 minutes
Terrence Malick’s first film for over 20 years was a dazzling World War II epic that featured an all-star cast–some of in blink-and-you’ll-miss-it roles–and some absolutely breathtaking imagery. It’s a thoughtful, meditative, but sometimes brutal movie about man’s capacity for destruction.
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Heathers
Dark comedy, R, 103 minutes
This ’80s classic stars a young Christian Slater and Winona Ryder as disaffected high school students trying to break their mundane routine full of cliques and popular kids in some pretty explosive ways. The comedy is pitch black and the performances are iconic.
Parasite
Thriller, R, 132 minutes
Parasite had a massive sweep at the 2020 Academy Awards, taking home Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature. Bong Joon-ho’s impeccable directorial style blends traditional thriller twists and turns with scathing social commentary that will knock you off your feet.
Love and Monsters
Sci-Fi, R, 109 minutes
This funny, exciting, and heartfelt monster movie stars Dylan O’Brien as a young man who sets out on a dangerous journey across a post-apocalyptic America populated by scary, ravenous creatures in search of the love of his life. The movie skillfully blends various genres, from horror to rom-com, and the supporting cast includes Michael Rooker and Jessica Henwick.
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The Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Comedy-drama, PG-13, 101 minutes
Director Taika Waititi’s Hunt for the Wilderpeople may not be as widely known as his franchise projects like Thor: Ragnarok or What We Do In The Shadows, but it’s still worth your time. A heartfelt comedy-drama, it’s just as likely to make you laugh as it is to make you cry.
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Booksmart
Comedy, R, 105 minutes
Hilarious coming-of-age comedy Booksmart is the story of two nerdy teenage girls trying to shed their “pretentious” personas as they graduate high school and experiencing results that are mixed at best.
Skyfall
Action, PG-13, 143 minutes
With Daniel Craig’s final James Bond movie, No Time To Die, now in theaters, it’s a great opportunity to check out one of his best earlier 007 movies. Director Sam Mandes brings tons of style to the movie, while Javier Bardem’s deranged cyberterrorist Raoul Silva is one of Bond’s most memorable adversaries.
Possessor
Horror, R, 104 minutes
Written and directed by Brandon Cronenberg, the son of horror legend David Cronenberg, Possessor is a psychological nightmare about an assassin who takes over strangers’ bodies to perform hits. Yes, it’s just as horrific and trippy as it sounds.
The Nice Guys
Action comedy, R, 116 minutes
Set in the 1970s and starring Ryan Gosling and Russel Crowe, The Nice Guys is a detective story unlike any you’ve seen. Shane Black’s over the top style takes this neo-noir action comedy from good to great.
The Social Network
Drama, PG-13, 120 minutes.
On paper, a movie about Facebook sounds tedious at best, but with David Fincher’s sharp direction and the talents of stars Jesse Eisenberg and Andrew Garfield, The Social Network became one of the biggest dramas of 2010–and it still holds up today.
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Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Romance, R, 119 minutes
This period romance tells the story of an 18th century painter who falls in love with her subject–who just so happens to be engaged to a nobleman. Yes, it will probably make you cry, but it’s worth it.
