10 Best Netflix Original Movies You Should Not Miss

KEY POINTS

"I Care a Lot" is a comedy thriller released in 2021
Chris Hemsworth's "Extraction" is an action-pack treat
"The Two Popes" revolves around two godmen's discussion on faith and morality

Netflix original movies are hands down some of the best movies you will find on any OTT platform. Here's a list of 10 must-watch Netflix original movies that you should definitely stream over the weekend.

I Care a Lot

If you love a combination of comedy and thriller, then "I Care a Lot" is a perfect movie for you. The movie stars popular faces like Rosamund Pike, Peter Dinklage, and Eiza González in key roles. The movie revolves around a legal guardian who seizes the assets of elderly people but ends up getting involved with a dangerous gangster.

In I CARE A LOT, Rosamund Pike plays a legal conservator who runs a lucrative scheme defrauding elderly clients, until, she unknowingly triggers a battle with a ruthless adversary (Peter Dinklage).

The new dark comedy from J Blakeson will arrive on Netflix February 19. pic.twitter.com/TLGRqmKbvl
— NetflixFilm (@NetflixFilm) December 4, 2020

The Trial of the Chicago 7

This is a legal drama set in 1969. It revolves around a group of protesters charged with a conspiracy. Aaron Sorkin's helmed movie talks about police brutality and free speech. The movie stars Sacha Baron Cohen, Eddie Redmayne, and Frank Langella in key roles.

The legacy of The Chicago 7 lives on. Thank you to @TheAcademy for 6 Academy Award nominations — including BEST PICTURE and BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY Aaron Sorkin. #Oscars pic.twitter.com/DV0pLHPDXn
— The Trial of the Chicago 7 (@trialofchicago7) March 15, 2021

Set It Up

This 2018's release revolves around two overworked assistants who try to set up their bosses. The rom-com drama stars Zoey Deutch, Glen Powell, Lucy Liu, and Pete Davidson in key roles.

Find out if 2 high-powered execs + 1 fateful elevator ride = love. Watch Set It Up June 15th on Netflix. pic.twitter.com/UtW0HJy1HM
— Set it Up Film (@SetItUpNetflix) May 15, 2018

The Irishman

If you still haven't seen this "most hyped" movie of 2019, then you should definitely check it out now. This crime drama stars Robert De Niro and Al Pacino.

Costume Designers Sandy Powell and Christopher Peterson costumed 200 characters, 421 actors, and 6,500 background actors across five decades. Robert De Niro alone had 102 costume changes. pic.twitter.com/Jh9dRiId7T
— The Irishman (@TheIrishmanFilm) February 3, 2020

Velvet Buzzsaw

Are you a fan of the horror drama genre? Then "Velvet Buzzsaw", starring actor Jake Gyllenhaal, is a perfect treat for you. The movie revolves around a supernatural force that takes revenge against people who come in the way of art.

The Half of It

This romantic comedy revolves around a girl named Ellie Chu who wants to make extra income to support her family. A guy in her school asks her for help to impress another girl he likes. The movie stars Leah Lewis, Daniel Diemer, and Alexxis Lemire, among others.

Hiiiii! its @dykeangst here to share my thoughts on THE HALF OF IT, a heartwarming coming of age story that revolves around a closeted Chinese-American immigrant Ellie Chu, written and directed by Alice Wu.

(SPOILERS AHEAD) pic.twitter.com/7dzROTDQdy
— NetflixFilm (@NetflixFilm) May 1, 2020

Marriage Story

This romantic drama stars Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver in key roles. The movie follows the story of a couple going through a rough phase in their marriage.

There is trust and then there’s “letting your spouse cut your hair while in the literal middle of a divorce” pic.twitter.com/B1ozsqF4HA
— NetflixFilm (@NetflixFilm) December 17, 2019

Always Be My Maybe

Ever wondered what would happen if your childhood sweetheart reconnects with you, reigniting some sparks? "Always Be My Maybe" is a sweet movie that also features Keanu Reeves in a cameo.

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Everyone listen up
Always be My Maybe is
Now streaming.
Ur welcome.

Really pumped that
Everyone can finally
Experience
Virtually — at least —
Every moment of this beautiful movie
Signed, Netflix
— Netflix (@netflix) May 31, 2019

Extraction

"Extraction" is one of the most-watched Netflix original movies. In the movie, Chris Hemsworth rescues an international criminal's son from South Asia. If you are a fan of action movies, then this is a must-watch.

The least believable part of Extraction is that at no point do any of the 183 people that Chris Hemsworth kills mention how ridiculously good looking he is...
— Netflix (@netflix) April 28, 2020

The Two Popes

Want to know what happens when two godmen discuss faith, morality, and the future of the Catholic church? "The Two Popes" is a drama-comedy which released in 2019.