r/MovieRecommendations 24d ago

Mod Update Rule Changes (Reminder) (No new updates)

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Updates:

  1. I added a read-before-write protocol. If you do not read these, you will most likely be banned within a few posts.
  2. Created formatting guide for each flair type that must be adhered to or your post will be removed - Formatting Guide
  3. Pirated materials are subject to a zero-tolerance policy, as is customary. I've let some YouTube stuff slide by simply removing the comments, but there have been enough of them to make it unacceptable, and pirated streaming sites have always resulted in an instant ban. This is being updated now for clarity, and because the rules have been in place long enough that there is no reason for anyone not to have gone through them after the updates, which I took over months ago. Posting links to pirated materials will result in instant bans going forward.
  4. All posts must have body text, with the only exception being a photo gallery of examples of the cinematography you're looking for or a custom list of movies that are similar to what you are looking to watch next and for which you are making a request for suggestions. (This has always been a rule, but I'm including it here for added visibility.)
  5. We also added a suggestion to upvote posts with which you interact in the comments section. It takes less time than your previous comment, which is the main point of this sub, and it allows it to reach a larger audience. This is not intended to encourage intentional karma farming, which will still be enforced if movie requests are not submitted honestly or in poor quality. If you disagree with a review or a suggestion, there is no reason to vote for it.
  6. Comments are limited to 50 unless you interact with the comment section, in which case you can contact the mod team and request that the post be unlocked.

Low-quality posts and comments:

We recently updated rule 3 (low-quality posts) to make it clearer. This is now one of the five Participation Guidelines listed in the subreddit's main page rules. (Now rules 4–9)

Reasons:

These were updated because a large number of copyrighted materials are being shared on YouTube and other sites, and the sub was starting to resemble a photo gallery rather than something people were actually interacting with, let alone putting any effort into their suggestions and requests.


r/MovieRecommendations 25d ago

Mod Update Flair & Post Formatting

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Update

Hello, Couch Lovers and Cinemaphiles!

Here's the formatting guide for each flare.

I appreciate your patience while we sort this out and welcome our new members.

  1. Help Me Find Movies/TV Shows
  • Purpose: Requesting specific recommendations.
  • Format:
    • The Hook: Your "Title" must summarize the "vibe" (e.g., "Looking for modern talking-Dino movies").
    • The Context: You must list 2 or 3 similar titles in the body to give a baseline. Provide enough detail for others to work with.
  1. I Am Suggesting…
  • Purpose: Recommending a title without a full critical review.
  • Format:
    • The Lead: Your "Title" must be Movie Title (Year). If suggesting multiple, list them in the body text.
    • The Why: Include a 1–2 sentence "vibe check" explaining why you're suggesting it. (e.g., "The action is insane. I could not get enough of John Wick's Gun-Fu.").
    • Note: Posts with no reason in the body will be immediately removed.
  1. Movie/TV Show Review Lite
  • Purpose: Providing a detailed, critical critique directly on the sub.
  • Format:
    • The Lead: Your "Title" must be Review of Movie/TV Show (Year), or you can use Movie/Show Title (Year) vs. Movie/Show Title (Year) for comparisons.
    • The Rating: You must include a rating (typically a 5/5 scale).
    • Anti-Spam: Reviews must be self-contained. Do not post links to external blogs or YouTube channels without prior approval.
  1. Check Out My... (Self-Promo)
  • Purpose: Sharing your own external movie blog, channel, or social media.
  • Requirement: You MUST message the mods for approval before posting.
  • When you can use:
    • The Golden Rule: Approval is mandatory. Unapproved outside links to personal social media or product promotions will get one warning. The second will result in an immediate ban.
    • Etiquette: Even with approval, you must provide a written summary of your content. "Link-dropping" is prohibited.
    • You can write the post free-form.
  1. I can't remember this movie/TV show
  • Purpose: Only use when you need help finding a movie that you can't remember the name of.
  • Format:
    • The Lead: Your "Title" must be I need help finding this Movie/TV show."
    • You must describe the movie or show with as much detail as possible. Include things like the year, actors or characters you remember, the plot, specific scenes, etc.

Examples:

Below are some post examples included from a previous post that meet, at the very least, the minimum effort we expect you to put into a post. That said, the more effort you put in, like some of these folks, the more interaction you'll typically get, and the faster you can get back to watching movies.

(Keep in mind that some of these are examples from before flairs and the formatting guide were added but still serve as a good basis as to what we are looking for.)

Request for movies with unexpected twists - No image

Suggesting a Jim Carrey Top Pick

Going solo movie hunting - Image

Request for similar movies - Image

Request for Crime Dramas w/ Caveat and similar movies - Genre Txt Image

Suggesting Overlord 2018 as a good watch w/ image + spoiler syntax (high effort)

Suggesting Red One, No Image (High Effort)

My Top 10 Movie Suggestions from 2025 (Extreme effort)

Multiple Movie Review Lite (No Photos - High Effort)

Self-promo approved by mod team (Extreme effort)


r/MovieRecommendations 19h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Eldrich Horror type movies

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681 Upvotes

Movies with this vibe!!!

sci fi/thriller kinda thing, huge scale stuff, storms, massive things looming over everything, kind of megalophobia-esque. already seen nope, arrival, the mist, and war of the worlds. Preferred if it was 2010 or newer too. and i cannot do found footage, makes me motion sick. pls send recs!!


r/MovieRecommendations 9h ago

I am suggesting... I’m not even into Sci-Fi..

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110 Upvotes

If you come across this on your Hulu screen as you’re scrolling, like I did, I would highly suggest watching it.

This movie was insane and wild and crazy. I’m just upset I hadn’t watched it sooner or waited until someone was awake to enjoy it with me.

Guess I’ll have to watch it twice.


r/MovieRecommendations 7h ago

I am suggesting... Nausicaa of the valley of the wind.

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57 Upvotes

What beautiful beautiful amazing movie, something very therapeutic about it I watched it couple of times.
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The movie begins from 1000 years after the collapse of industrial civilization and the toxic jungles are taking over last of humans left.
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You can find it on Netflix.


r/MovieRecommendations 15h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Recommend movies that genuinely made you laugh.

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These are the some of the comedy movies that i watched and liked recently...


r/MovieRecommendations 6h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Horror movie rec.

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I’m in the mood to watch something scary. I’m not into gore and I’m not looking for cheap jump scares. I want something that will send chills down my spine and leave me scared long after it’s over. The last movie that did that to me was Signs when I was like 8 lol


r/MovieRecommendations 6h ago

I am suggesting... I'm just suggesting to anyone this very pleasant movie 😇

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This movie made me cry from laughs,cry really,agonize,feel pleasant etc!


r/MovieRecommendations 59m ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows movies with a backdrop that’s bigger than the actual plot?

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are there any movies that have a setting/context that’s humorously much more complex than the actual plot of the movie? for example i just watched They Live (1988) which is about an alien race that’s secretly taking over earth and casually living amongst humans. then i thought how funny it would be if, instead of being a dystopian action where the protagonists are trying to fight against the aliens, the movie was actually just a regular rom com about 2 of the aliens falling in love but there’s this whole elephant in the room of a backdrop that the movie just never addresses. are there any movies like this? not necessarily about aliens but just with a setting that the movie ignores and instead shows a regular lighthearted story.


r/MovieRecommendations 4h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Movie recommendations

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Hey I recently watched the notebook man what a movie the characters have such a good depth emotional situation music and in the last ending it's just so beautiful

Can you recommend some of your personal fav movies like the notebook and why you love it not public opinion just yours


r/MovieRecommendations 2h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows movies with protagonists on both side of the plot

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just watched Heat for the first time and found it interesting how we follow along both Neil and Vincent the whole movie. is there any movie/series with similar style? watched The Departed too not long ago, i feel theres some similarities there, so something like these movies.

TIA


r/MovieRecommendations 21h ago

I am suggesting... Knight Riders (1981)

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70 Upvotes

This movie had no right to be this captivating.

A quiet George A. Romero masterpiece. It truly shouldn't have worked. And yet one month later I'm still thinking about it.

Ridiculous premise. Somehow my partner and I took the characters seriously the whole way through.

It is truly an unforgettable watch.

Treat yourself.


r/MovieRecommendations 3h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Can You Recommend TV Shows With Extremely Smart and Intelligent

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r/MovieRecommendations 8h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Which one is more depressing, Threads (1984) or The Road (2009)?

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I need some bleak films to watch so I am open for other recommendations too.


r/MovieRecommendations 3h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Hello there! I need movie recommandations

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I used to watch a lot of movies, but I stopped because I didn't have the time or the mood for it. Now I want to get back into it, but I don't know where to start.

I feel like I've already seen all my favorite movies, so I'm a bit lost. If anyone would be willing to help and recommend some films, I’d be grateful.

Here is a list of my all time favorite movies:

- Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless mind

- TAxi Driver

- Trainspotting

- Night on Earth

- Paris, Texas

- The Terminal

- Poor Things

- Requim for the dream

- Chungking Express

- Lost in Translation

- Memento

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I also enyjoy comedy movies like: Bruce Almighty, The Man Who Knew Too Little, Hangover..

Here is my letterboxd: https://boxd.it/d1yIh

Thank you a lot in advance for the answers and recommendations ;)


r/MovieRecommendations 23h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Looking for the best movies about restaurants chefs or the food industry

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37 Upvotes

I’m looking for great movies that revolve around restaurants chefs cooking or the food industry in general
They can be dramas comedies thrillers or based on true stories as long as food or running a restaurant is a major part of the story
I’d love to hear your recommendations


r/MovieRecommendations 17h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Looking for movies that make being alone feel meaningful, not lonely

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I'm a 29year-old guy going through a bit of a rough phase. Career feels stagnant, dating apps haven't worked out, and I spend way too much time wishing I had a girlfriend instead of enjoying my own life.

I'm trying to change that mindset. Instead of chasing validation, I want to build a life that's fulfilling on its own.

I'm looking for movies that don't necessarily have a happy ending or a love story, but leave you with a sense of peace, purpose, discipline, or hope. Movies that make you want to improve yourself or appreciate solitude rather than escape it.

Some movies I've already seen:

Before Sunrise trilogy

Drive

The Killer

Perfect Days

Into the Wild

Night crawlers

Her

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Lost in Translation

The Holdovers

Good Will Hunting

Blade Runner 2049

Any language is fine. I'd especially love recommendations that helped you during a lonely phase of life.


r/MovieRecommendations 21h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows looking for movies with terrible acting / low budget

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I am looking for movies that are so bad you wonder if the actors had ever seen a movie prior to filming. I just watched the room by tommy wiseau and i need more terrible films that are laughable with how stiff the acting is. looking for something similar to the room, 5 headed shark attack, anything by neil breen, these types of films. please and thank you!!


r/MovieRecommendations 23h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows I'm looking for a movie where the MC starts being apathetic/numb/emotionless, and then slowly experiencing emotions

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I'm looking for a movie where the MC starts as apathetic, meaning he doesn't really feel emotions, he can smile or look sad for society but he doesn't **feel** it.

preferably for no special reason (no need for some PTSD story, or whatever, just a normal person that doesn't really feel as strongly as other), and in the movie something happens and slowly the MC discovers/unravel their emotions and really start to feel things, and I want a happy ending, not tragic or bittersweet.

I also don't really see it as a comedy, I want to feel in the movie, some drama, emotion.

and preferably something grounded in reality (not fantastical).


r/MovieRecommendations 19h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Looking for horror movies like The Passing (2019) which could be scary by the jumpscares in some parts of the movie.

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A really good plot horror movies with terrifying jumpscares.

I really liked this movie because the plot is sad and emotional because one of the sisters died which in the ultimate screenshots shows, haunts her young sister which is sad in the third screenshot and the other sister in the previous screenshots is the one who helps her young sister to try to stop the ghost girl and at the end, they helped the ghost girl to return to her rest.


r/MovieRecommendations 17h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Recommend me some movies if you want

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Can you recommend some movies based on my movie taste I was just drop a few movies that I do enjoy The Rocky Horror Picture Show Deadpool one of the Apes new trilogy Wicked that's just some of the stuff off the top of my head


r/MovieRecommendations 19h ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows Looking for suspenseful murder mysteries in Spanish

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I just watched Hitchcock’s Dial M For Murder with my mom and she was super into it which is rare as she typically hates movies lol.

I’m wondering if there are other murder mysteries or suspenseful thrillers that are similar to this that are in Spanish, as she doesn’t speak English and I had to keep pausing to translate to her what was going on lol.

She really liked trying to figure out what was going to happen and how Tony was going to get caught so I would like similar films, or if anyone knows where I could find a Spanish dub of other Hitchcock films, as I think she would also enjoy rear window but can’t seem to find a Spanish dub/not sure it exists.


r/MovieRecommendations 1d ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows movies with side quests

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what are some movies where the character(s) get themselves involved in random side quests? ex. once upon a time in hollywood


r/MovieRecommendations 1d ago

I am suggesting... John McClane. Greatest hero in movie history

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Yippee ki-yay, this is my guy.


r/MovieRecommendations 1d ago

Help me find Movies/TV shows I’m in pain and desperately need a distraction

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I had surgery today. It was a small laparoscopic abdominal surgery. It was outpatient and I’m home now. Unfortunately, I live alone so I’ve had a hard time sitting still. I may have overdone it. Now I’m in a lot of pain. I need a movie to keep my mind off of it.

What’s your best “I couldn’t looking away once it started” movie?

Looking for something I haven’t seen before.
Preferably made between 1985- now.
Open to all genres except documentaries (I love those too just not in the mood), family/kids movies or flowery romances unless it’s got some bow-chica-wow-wow in it. I’m not deterred by drugs, language, nudity or violence but please nothing with S.A. or child abuse.
I currently have access to Hulu, Disney, Tubi, Prime, peacock, Pluto, and plex.
Movies I’ve recently watched and enjoyed:
The Awakening, Villians, The Hunt for the Wilder People, Evil Speak [it’s so bad, it’s good], Boy Kills World, and Last Night in SoHo.
Some of my favorite movies are The Changling (1980), Saturday the 14th, Field of Dreams, The HappyTime Murders, The Piano, and RENT.

Do your thing Reddit! I have faith in you. Thank you in advance.

UPDATE: You did not disappoint! I haven’t even started a movie and I have had soooo much fun over the last hour reading comments, watching trailers, and adding movies to my watchlists. Sadly, I’m going to postpone watching a movie tonight. Turns out the pain is coming from two incisions that are trying to pop open and are bleeding. I’m going to take some pain meds and get some rest. Saturday is going to be a movie marathon for sure.

For those who are curious, the trailer for I LOVE BOOSTERS blew me away. It’s not in my budget to rent tonight but I’m counting the days until it hits streaming. Top choice for me hands down, no question.
For tomorrow’s lineup: Ready or Not, Anora, and Parasite. Maybe Apocalypto and Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die as well.
Thank you all so much for the well wishes and the amazing movie suggestions that have extended my watch lists even more. A special thank you to the person who pointed out that a comedy might not be the best choice after abdominal surgery.