25 Best Feel-Good Movies That'll Cheer You Up Every Time
Warning: You won't be able to stop smiling! 😊
Every item on this page was chosen by an editor from The Pioneer Woman. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.
If you ask us, the surest way to cure the blues is with one of the best feel-good movies. (These comfort foods and cozy PJs come in at a close second, and we're here to tell you that there's nothing wrong with combining all three!) It's truly the best medicine—it just hasn't yet been officially studied by doctors. 😂
After you decide on the meal of your choice and snuggle up on the couch, it's time to choose the perfect uplifting movie. Don't waste any time trying find the right flick—your mac and cheese might get cold in the process! This list of feel-good movies features more than two dozen options, and you won't have to lift a finger. (Well, except to grab the remote!)
If you prefer singing and dancing it out, there are plenty of movie musicals listed here, including classics like Grease and Mamma Mia! that'll have you singing and dancing the whole time you're watching. For those who find comfort in simpler movies, try watching Disney Pixar originals like Up or the all-time classic Monsters, Inc. Yes, you might consider those funny kids' movies, but they get the job done nonetheless. In all, you can find some romantic movies, comedy flicks, and so much more on this list. What are you waiting for? Press "play" and turn that frown upside-down!
We could watch this movie a million times and still never get sick of singing along to all of ABBA's greatest hits! Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried are the ultimate mother-daughter duo is this feel-good flick.
This Disney Pixar movie is one of the most uplifting films ever made. With that many balloons, how could it not be?! 😂
Listen, we know this one has some sad elements to it. But it's the way that everyone bands together through the hard times that makes this ensemble dramedy a perfect fit for this list.
Rivalry never felt so good. These cheerleaders will make you want to get on your feet and maybe even do a flip or two!
Does this one even need an explanation? John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John remind us what magical summer nights really feel like!
A young man wakes up one day and realizes that he is the only person in the world who knows who The Beatles are. This movie promises a laugh-out-loud plot with plenty of catchy tunes.
When a young woman travels with her boyfriend to his hometown in Singapore, she finally realizes how incredibly wealthy he and his family are. This whirlwind of a movie is so much fun!
In need of a good laugh? Step Brothers always does the trick! This goofy comedy about two immature adults forced to live together when their parents wed will get you chuckling in no time.
Pixar's cherished film about the adventures of two monsters and an adorable little girl is the perfect comfort movie for all ages.
Elle Woods can do anything—including lift spirits. Bend and snap to get your remote and hit "play" on this legendary film about Reese Witherspoon's character's hilarious time at law school.
Jennifer Garner stars in the ultimate coming-of-age comedy that follows a teenager who suddenly finds herself in the body of her successful, thirty-year-old self. This hilarious plot is destined to put a smile on your face.
Is it even possible to watch Clueless without having an amazing time? Ugh, as if! Queue up this fun flick for the perfect dose of teenage drama, hilarious dialogue, and plaid outfits.
Whoopi Goldberg stars as a singer who's placed into hiding in a convent after witnessing her boyfriend commit murder. As a nun, she revives the church's rusty choir. You'll be laughing, swaying, and singing along for the entire movie!
Science has proven (😉) that it's physically impossible to frown while watching this absolute classic. Skip bad vibes the way Ferris skips his high school classes!
Molly Ringwald stars in this legendary film set in high school detention. The whole movie will make you smile, but the iconic final scene truly radiates good vibes.
Baseball + nostalgia + friendship = the ultimate feel-good film. The 1993 originator of the famous line—"You're killing me, Smalls!"—is a much-watch.
You can't help but feel good while watching one of Pixar's finest creations: Toy Story! Take a trip to the secret world of toys in this family-friendly classic.
In this award-winning picture, Tom Hanks delivers an emotional and unforgettable performance with a whole lot of quotable lines.
There is so much to laugh about in this hilarious, modern-day twist on Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Teens and adults alike will love it!
On the eve of their high school graduation, two rule-abiding best friends aim to cram four years of partying into one night. You'll become obsessed with the crazy adventures in this heartwarming coming-of-age movie.
50 Best Fall Movies for the Coziest Season of All
20 Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Movies to Watch
The Most Electrifying 'Grease' Halloween Costumes
You'll Be 'Kenough' in These DIY Ken Costumes
