From nostalgic classics to wild summer blockbusters, these 25 movies are perfect to watch before summer ends!
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25. Tangerine
Tangerine is a raw, fast-paced slice of life following two transgender sex workers throughout one chaotic Christmas Eve in LA. Bold, funny, and visually striking, it’s an unforgettable story that feels as real as it gets. | © Magnolia Pictures
24. Stand By Me
Stand By Me is a moving coming-of-age story about four friends on a late-summer adventure to find a missing boy. Equal parts funny, tender, and bittersweet, it’s a nostalgic classic that only grows more powerful with time. | © Columbia Pictures
23. The Florida Project
The Florida Project starts with playful, funny moments among kids living in a budget motel before shifting into a moving look at families on the edge of poverty. With standout performances from Bria Vinaite, Willem Dafoe, and the young cast, it’s both heartwarming and heartbreaking. | © A24
22. It Takes Two
It Takes Two is a lighthearted family comedy where identical girls swap places to shake up the lives of the adults around them. Full of funny moments, summer vibes, and plenty of charm from the Olsen twins, it’s a nostalgic favorite for kids and parents alike. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
21. The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid is the ultimate underdog story, following Daniel as he learns karate from the wise Mr. Miyagi to stand up to his bullies. Packed with iconic moments like “wax on, wax off” and the legendary crane kick, it’s an uplifting ’80s classic that still inspires. | © Sony Pictures Releasing
20. Raiders of the Lost Ark
Raiders of the Lost Ark kicks starts the Indiana Jones saga with a globe-trotting race against the Nazis to find the Ark of the Covenant. Packed with action, humor, and Harrison Ford at his best, it’s adventure filmmaking at its peak. | © Columbia Pictures
19. The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap is a charming family comedy where identical twins, separated at birth, reunite and scheme to get their divorced parents back together. Lindsay Lohan shines in dual roles, making this remake just as delightful as the beloved original. | © Walt Disney Pictures
18. The Meg
What says summer more than a big, dumb movie about a giant shark? The Meg isn’t Jaws, but between Jason Statham as an aquatic action hero, a Megalodon the size of a blue whale, and all the goofy B-movie fun, it’s hard to resist. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
17. Challengers
Challengers turns the already hot summer season into a simmering mix of rivalry, desire, and betrayal between former tennis star Tashi and two players twisted in her life. It’s steamy, tense, and packed with as much drama off the court as on it. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
16. Dirty Dancing
Dirty Dancing is the beloved story of Baby and Johnny, a summer romance set to unforgettable music and even more unforgettable dance scenes. Packed with iconic moments and lines, it’s the kind of movie that never loses its charm. | © Artisan Entertainment
15. Mystic Pizza
Mystic Pizza follows three friends working at a small-town pizza parlor as they navigate love, ambition, and the ups and downs of young adulthood. Warm, funny, and heartfelt, it’s best remembered for an early, scene-stealing debut from Julia Roberts. | © Samuel Goldwyn Entertainment
14. Mid90s
Mid90s captures the raw energy of ’90s skate culture with baggy clothes, street skating, mixtape soundtracks, and tight-knit crews. Jonah Hill’s debut feels authentic and unpolished, making it a true time capsule of a scene that’s long gone. | © A24
13. 50 First Dates
50 First Dates is a sweet, funny rom-com about a man determined to win over a woman who forgets him every day due to memory loss. Charming performances and heartfelt moments make it a feel-good watch worth revisiting. | © Columbia Pictures
12. Extraction 2
Extraction 2 raises the stakes with sharper storytelling, bigger set pieces, and some of the most impressive action choreography in recent memory. The highlight is a jaw-dropping extended one-take sequence that makes this sequel even more thrilling than the first. | © Netflix
11. I Know What You Did Last Summer
I Know What You Did Last Summer follows four friends whose secret hit-and-run comes back to haunt them when a relentless killer starts picking them off. It’s pulpy, tense, and a perfect slice of ’90s slasher fun. | © Columbia Pictures
10. Barbie
Barbie mixes sharp humor, eye-popping design, and heartfelt themes about identity and self-worth that go beyond simple empowerment. It’s funny, risky, and surprisingly moving, making it one of Greta Gerwig’s most ambitious and talked-about films. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
9. American Graffiti
American Graffiti follows a group of friends on their last night before leaving for college, capturing the excitement and uncertainty of youth. The lively mix of stories, memorable characters, and soundtrack turns it into a joyful time capsule that still resonates today. | © Universal Studios
8. Anyone But You
Anyone But You brings fresh energy to the rom-com formula, keeping it light, funny, and free of the usual cringe. Much of the fun comes from Glen Powell’s performance, making it a perfect choice for a laid-back movie night. | © Sony Pictures Releasing
7. Spirited Away
Spirited Away is a stunning, animated fairytale that’s strange, beautiful, and full of unforgettable imagery. Equal parts magical, eerie, and heartfelt, it’s an experience that feels like stepping into another world. | © Walt Disney Pictures
6. Predator
Predator pits Arnold Schwarzenegger and an elite team of soldiers against a deadly alien hunter in the jungle, delivering nonstop ’80s action at its peak. It’s tense, quotable, and still one of the most unique spins on the action genre. | © 20th Century Studios
5. Into The Wild
Into the Wild tells the true story of Christopher McCandless, who left everything behind to venture deep into the Alaskan wilderness. It’s tragic yet filled with a sense of freedom, capturing the beauty and danger of chasing life on your own terms. | © Paramount Pictures
4. Wet Hot American Summer
Wet Hot American Summer is a ridiculous, cult-favorite spoof of ’80s summer camp movies, packed with surreal gags and absurd characters. From a talking can of vegetables to over-the-top chase scenes, it’s the kind of comedy that either clicks instantly or leaves you scratching your head. | © Focus Features
3. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood takes you back to 1969 LA, where fading movie stars, the hippie scene, and a reimagined piece of history intersect. Stylish, funny, and full of standout performances, it’s a treat for anyone who misses old-school Hollywood. | © Sony Pictures Entertainment
2. Elephant
Elephant follows a normal school day from different students’ perspectives, slowly moving toward an unthinkable act of violence. The quiet, almost detached style captures how ordinary everything can feel, right up until it isn’t. | © HBO Films
1. Dazed and Confused
Dazed and Confused drops you into the last day of school in ’76, where teens are hazing freshmen, cruising around, and figuring out their summer over beer and bad ideas. It’s funny, messy, and nails that mix of freedom and uncertainty you feel when the future’s wide open. | © Universal Studios
From nostalgic classics to wild summer blockbusters, these 25 movies are perfect to watch before summer ends!
