Opinion: The best 2000s movies to stream right now
The desire to escape into some quality entertainment is ever-present during the days of self-quarantine. If you find yourself longing for simpler times, look no further! Here are 10 great 2000s movies available to stream right now.
1. “A Cinderella Story” (2004)
This 2004 teen romcom is a modern retelling of the classic fairy tale starring Hilary Duff and Chad Michael Murray. “A Cinderella Story” is a feel-good movie filled with sweet laughs and awkward teenage moments, available now on Netflix.
2. “Holes” (2003)
In “Holes,” Shia Labeouf’s Stanley Yelnats is sent to juvenile detention facility Camp Green Lake as punishment for a crime he did not commit. Based on the novel by Louis Sachar, this adventurous mystery movie is available for streaming on Disney Plus.
3. “Nacho Libre” (2006)
Jack Black stars in this movie as Ignacio, a cook at the Mexican monastery and orphanage where he grew up. When he learns of the monastery’s financial troubles, Ignacio decides to raise money by becoming a wrestler. You’ll find it almost impossible not to laugh at Nacho and his wrestling partner’s antics during this quirky comedy. “Nacho Libre” is available for streaming now on Netflix.
4. “Inception” (2010)
Widely considered one of Christopher Nolan’s best works, “Inception” is a sci-fi action movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio. This mind-bending thriller is about a thief who has the ability to enter other people’s dreams. For fear of spoilers, I won’t include any more information — you should just watch it on Netflix.
5. “Big Fish” (2003)
“Big Fish” is a fantasy drama film directed by Tim Burton. An estranged son at his storyteller father’s deathbed listens to his tall tales of werewolves, circuses and siamese twins. This whimsical movie is available for streaming on Hulu.
6. “The Dark Knight” (2008)
“The Dark Knight” is the second installation of Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight” trilogy. This 2008 superhero film features a star-studded cast, namely Christian Bale as Batman and Heath Ledger as the Joker. This award-winning action-packed film is available for streaming on Netflix.
7. “Emperor’s New Groove” (2000)
Disney’s animated movie “Emperor’s New Groove” was a disappointment in theaters during its release in 2000 but quickly became a crowd favorite once released on DVD. This lighthearted comedy is about a selfish emperor named Kuzco who undergoes a physical transformation into a llama as well as a transformation of his character with the help of a villager named Pacha. This Disney classic is available for streaming on Disney Plus.
8. “The Princess and the Frog” (2009)
Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog” is a modern retelling of the classic tale in New Orleans during the Jazz Age. The movie tells the story of a hardworking waitress named Tiana who accidentally turns into a frog and has to find a way to become a human again before it is too late. This animated musical is now available on Netflix.
9. “Hot Rod” (2007)
“Hot Rod” is a comedy about an amateur stuntman who sets out to prove his stepdad wrong. Created by many famous comedy writers and starring Andy Samberg, this cult classic is hilarious in any setting. “Hot Rod” is available for streaming now on Netflix and Prime Video.
10. “Julie & Julia” (2009)
This 2009 comedy-drama stars Amy Adams as author Julie Powell and Meryl Streep as famous chef Julia Child. Based on Powell’s book, this heartwarming story will make you want to cook all of your troubles away. “Julie & Julia” is available for streaming now on Netflix.
