The Top 10 Movies on Netflix to Watch Right This Second (Including a Must-See Holiday Flick at #1)

​​There are countless streaming options available at our fingertips, but not all Netflix movies live up to our expectations. That’s why we often turn to the top 10 movies list on Netflix, which ranks titles based on who’s watching what. Not only does it include the most popular new releases (like Spellbound), but it also features a few old favorites (like Little). The best part? The top 10 movies on Netflix are updated on a daily basis, so there’s never a shortage of new options.

From Our Little Secret to Afraid, keep scrolling for a list of the best movies on Netflix and our editor’s pick of the week.

• Cast: John David Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Samuel L. Jackson
• Run Time: 127 minutes
• Genre: Drama

Produced by Denzel Washington and directed by his son, Malcolm, this adaptation of August Wilson's play centers on the growing tension between two siblings who want to honor their family's legacy in vastly different ways.

In her honest review, Nakeisha Campbell wrote, “The Piano Lesson is filled with strong performances and memorable scenes, but it's more than a star-studded drama. It poses valid questions about what it means to honor one's legacy while exploring important themes like grief, the American Dream, complex family dynamics and the effects of slavery.”

• Cast: Lindsay Lohan, Ian Harding, Kristin Chenoweth
• Run Time: 101 minutes
• Genre: Romantic comedy

Lindsay Lohan stars in this timely holiday flick, which revolves around two exes who are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof when they learn that their current partners are siblings.

• Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Billy Bob Thornton, Oliver Jackson-Cohen
• Run Time: 98 minutes
• Genre: Action & adventure

The thriller may have premiered in 2010, but it’s been gaining popularity ever since it was added to Netflix’s database. The story focuses on an ex-con who embarks on a revenge mission after he's released from prison. He’s being tracked by two cops in addition to a hit man, so prepare for a wild ride.  

• Cast: Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox
• Run Time: 144 minutes
• Genre: Action & adventure

Here’s another throwback film that’s rising in popularity on Netflix. This one stars Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox fighting for their survival when a robot war takes over the planet. The worst part? The machines can transform into different objects to achieve maximum power.

• Cast: Idris Elba, Matthew McConaughey
• Run Time: 94 minutes
• Genre: Action & adventure

Continue your movie marathon with this 2017 film starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey. Loosely based on Stephen King’s namesake book series, the story follows the last Gunslinger as he tries to prevent the Man in Black from destroying the Dark Tower.

• Cast: Rachel Zegler, Nicole Kidman, John Lithgow, Javier Bardem
• Run Time: 110 minutes
• Genre: Family-friendly animation

This family-friendly flick is a must-watch for children of all ages. The story follows a teenage princess who must reverse the curse that turned her parents into giant monsters. She embarks on a thrilling adventure to save her family and kingdom.

• Cast: Britt Robertson, Chad Michael Murray, Marla Sokoloff
• Run Time: 87 minutes
• Genre: Romantic comedy

Meet Ashley, a Broadway dancer who’s determined to save her parents' small-town nightclub from closure. So, she stages an all-male holiday show, which inevitably brings her a romantic interest. (Think of it as a family-friendly version of Magic Mike.)

• Cast: John Cho, Katherine Waterston, Havana Rose Liu
• Run Time: 84 minutes
• Genre: Horror

This one’s a must-watch for anyone who’s curious about the possibilities of artificial intelligence. The story follows a family who are randomly selected to test a digital assistant, called AIA, in their home. When the device learns the family’s routine, it becomes a tad overprotective. 

• Cast: Regina Hall, Issa Rae, Marsai Martin
• Run Time: 108 minutes
• Genre: Comedy

A woman’s life gets flip-turned upside-down when she magically turns into her younger self. Luckily, her faithful assistant April is more than happy to step up in her absence. 

• Cast: Ed Skrein, Woody Harrelson, Patrick Wilson
• Run Time: 138 minutes
• Genre: Military drama

The film covers the first six months of World War II, and it’s told from the perspective of the U.S. Navy. The best part? It features an all-star cast, including Ed Skrein, Woody Harrelson, Patrick Wilson, Luke Evans, Aaron Eckhart and Dennis Quaid. 

• Cast: Mudit Gupta, Celina Meyer Hovland, Ole Steinkjer Øyen
• Run Time: 97 minutes
• Genre: Family drama

Julian is unable to celebrate his Christmas Eve birthday because he and his family are mourning the tragic loss of his sister. Everything changes when he meets a young girl who shows him the true meaning of Christmas. 

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