Looking for a way to celebrate Father's Day? There are many Father’s Day activities you can do with your dad to celebrate his big day. You can read up on Father’s Day facts together, go out to eat, watch him open the perfect Father’s Day gift you got him, or simply spend the day hanging out and listening to the Father's Day songs that perfectly depict your special bond. You can also grab some popcorn and settle in for a heartwarming movie.
From classic favorites to modern hits, these films are the perfect way to spend some quality time with your dad and show him how much he means to you. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show - this Father's Day movie night is sure to be one that you and your dad will cherish for years to come.
1. To Kill a Mockingbird - 1962
The motion picture was adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Harper Lee. The plot centers on a young girl named Scout and her family, particularly her father Atticus Finch, a lawyer defending a black man accused of a crime during the Depression-era South.
2. The Godfather - 1972
Francis Ford Coppola directed the crime drama film that follows the Corleone family as they traverse the New York City underworld of organized crime, led by patriarch Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando).
3. Kramer vs. Kramer - 1979
Robert Benton directed the drama movie that tells the tale of Ted Kramer (Dustin Hoffman), a man who loses his wife and his young boy and finds himself a single parent. While Ted juggles his profession with his fatherly obligations, the movie explores the difficulties of parenthood and the complexities of relationships.
4. Mr. Mom - 1983
This comedy was helmed by Stan Dragoti. It centers on Jack Butler (Michael Keaton), a husband and father who decides to stay at home with their children while his wife (Teri Garr) resumes her career. The movie emphasizes the significance of parental cooperation and communication while hilariously highlighting the difficulties and preconceptions associated with inverting conventional gender roles in the family.
5. Father of the Bride - 1991
The comedy was directed by Charles Shyer with the plot that centers on George Banks (Steve Martin), a father who finds it difficult to accept the changes his daughter's impending wedding will bring to his family. The movie examines subjects including motherhood, family relationships, and the difficult process of letting go when kids get older and start living their own lives.
6. Mrs. Doubtfire - 1993
Chris Columbus directed the comedy-drama movie that tells the tale of a father named Daniel Hillard (Robin Williams), who, following his divorce, pretends to be a female cleaner in order to spend more time with his kids. The difficulties of co-parenting are examined in the movie, as well as the lengths a father would go to keep his relationship with his kids intact.
7. The Royal Tenenbaums - 2001
Wes Anderson directed the comedy-drama where the eccentric and dysfunctional Tenenbaum family is followed, with Royal (Gene Hackman) serving as the patriarch and attempting to mend fences with his family after a protracted time of estrangement. The movie examines issues of family, forgiveness, and atonement and emphasizes how crucial a father's influence over his children's lives is—even when he makes errors.
8. Catch Me If You Can - 2002
Steven Spielberg directed the biographical crime movie that portrays the actual story of Frank Abagnale Jr. (Leonardo DiCaprio), a skillful con man who, while being pursued by an FBI agent, successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer (Tom Hanks).
9. Finding Nemo - 2003
In the Pixar animated classic Marlin, the clownfish sets out to track out his baby Nemo after he is plucked out of the water and placed in a fish tank. Marlin picks up important knowledge about parenthood, bravery, and the strength of love along the journey. Great for a Father’s Day family movie night!
10. Cheaper by the Dozen - 2003
Shawn Levy directed the comedy with the plot centered on the struggles of Tom Baker (Steve Martin), a father of 12 children, and his wife Bonnie Hunt (Bonnie Hunt), as they attempt to juggle their personal and professional lives.
11. Big Fish - 2004
In the uplifting film the complicated bond between a father and son is explored. The movie portrays the account of a young guy who tries to reconcile his father's fanciful tales with reality. The boy gains important life lessons about love, family, and life through his father's fantastical tales. In order to honor the relationship between fathers and their children, Big Fish is the ideal movie to watch on Father’s Day.
12. The Pursuit of Happyness - 2006
A father's unwavering will to give his son a better life is depicted in a moving movie. Chris Gardner, played by Will Smith, perseveres in the face of countless obstacles and disappointments to eventually realize his aspirations.
13. We Bought a Zoo - 2011
The family-friendly film honors the unique relationship that exists between a father and his children. The narrative centers on a single father who relocates his family to the country and purchases a faltering zoo. Through their experiences and hardships, they come to understand the value of love, family, and never giving up.
14. Nebraska - 2013
The heartwarming film follows a father and son on their quest to mend their frayed connection. The two set out on a road trip to collect the reward after getting a letter about sweepstakes. They address their past and present along the road, ultimately discovering the value of forgiveness and family.
15. Coco - 2017
The animated film shows the cultural importance of family and lineage in a wonderful way. The protagonist of the tale is a young boy named Miguel, whose family discourages him from pursuing his ambition of becoming a musician. Miguel gains an understanding of the value of respecting his family's customs and ancestors through a remarkable voyage to the Realm of the Dead.
16. Beautiful Boy - 2018
In the stirring and moving film, a father fights to help his son overcome addiction. The movie, which is based on a true incident, shows a father-son relationship navigating the difficulties of drug misuse.
17. Like Father - 2018
In the touching comedy-drama, a busy daughter who is alienated from her father reunites with him on a cruise. The two become close because of their same experiences, and they also discover the value of family and forgiveness.
18. Father of the Year - 2018
In the comedy film, the humorous and occasionally awkward aspects of a father-son relationship are explored. Chaos erupts from a disagreement between two college buddies over which father would win in a battle.
19. Eighth Grade - 2018
Bo Burnham’s coming-of-age drama, a 13-year-old Kayla (Elsie Fisher), as she navigates her final week of middle school, is the subject of the show. Even though it mentions Kayla's relationship with her father in passing, this film is not especially about Father’s Day.
20. Fatherhood - 2021
In this Netflix movie, Kevin Hart plays a recently widowed father trying to raise his daughter by himself. The film discusses the difficulties and rewards of fatherhood and pays a moving tribute to the value of fatherly love and dedication. Excellent for a family screening on Father’s Day.
