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The 10 Best 90s Movies to Watch Right Now

The best sassy, sad, and feel-good movies of the decade

By Molly McLaughlin Molly McLaughlin Senior Editor & Content Strategist Molly K. McLaughlin has been a technology editor and writer for over a dozen years. She runs product reviews for Lifewire, overseeing the process from hands-on testing to publishing. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 8, 2022 Reviewed by Kayla Dube Reviewed by Kayla Dube J. Everette Light Career Center Kayla Dube has 4+ years' experience in videography and filmmaking. She frequently works in production with indie film companies. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Streaming TV, Movies, & More Netflix Hulu Disney+ Prime Video Apple TV+ Favorite Events The nineties featured an array of new and reimagined film genres and gave rise to many of our favorite memes and movie lines. We said we'd give you the 10 best movies. Well, the Dude abides. 01 of 10

Most Meme-Able Friday 1995

Tibrina Hobson / WireImage / Getty IMDb Rating: 7.3/10 Genre: Comedy, Drama Starring: Ice Cube, Chris Tucker, Nia Long Director: F. Gary Gray Motion Picture Rating: R Running Time: 1 hour, 31 minutes In response to violent flicks showing only the bad, Friday is Ice Cube's take on a film about life in the hood, highlighting some of the positives. The movie has many memorable characters, including a drug dealer getting high on his own supply, his scary supplier, and of course, Felisha (often spelled Felicia in memes). Watch 'Friday' on Amazon Prime Video Now 02 of 10

Calmest Crime Investigation Fargo 1996

Archive Photos / Getty Images IMDb Rating: 8.1/10 Genre: Comedy Starring: William H. Macy, Frances McDormand, Steve Buscemi Director: Joel Coen Motion Picture Rating: R Running Time: 1 hour, 38 minutes It put Fargo, North Dakota, on the map, though much of the action takes place in Minnesota. This movie has an incredible cast, well-drawn characters, and a gripping plot. Watch 'Fargo' on Amazon Prime Video Now 03 of 10

Best Case of Mistaken Identity The Big Lebowski 1998

Catherine McGann / Getty Images IMDb Rating: 8.1/10 Genre: Comedy, Crime, Sport Starring: Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore Director: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen (uncredited) Motion Picture Rating: R Running Time: 1 hour, 57 minutes Narrated by Sam Elliot sporting an epic mustache, this movie has everything: nihilists, toes, wandering daughters, and so much more. Fun fact: Jeff Bridges supplied much of his wardrobe from his own closet. Dude. Watch 'The Big Lebowski' on Amazon Prime Video Now 04 of 10

Best Use of a Wall Hanging The Shawshank Redemption 1994

Paul Archuleta / FilmMagic / Getty IMDb Rating: 9.3/10 Genre: Drama Starring: Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton Director: Frank Darabont Motion Picture Rating: R Running Time: 2 hours, 22 minutes This decades-spanning movie, based on a Stephen King short story, might not pass the Bechdel test, but it's hard not to watch it whenever it's on TV. A friendship between two inmates is the centerpiece of the film, but Rita Hayworth also plays a big role. Watch 'The Shawshank Redemption' on HBO Max Now 05 of 10

Proof That Paul Rudd Doesn' t Age Clueless 1995

Archive Photos / Getty Images IMDb Rating: 6.8/10 Genre: Comedy, Romance Starring: Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy Director: Amy Heckerling Motion Picture Rating: PG-13 Running Time: 1 hour, 37 minutes Seriously, does Paul Rudd look any older than he did in the mid-nineties? He plays the ex-stepbrother of Cher (Alicia Silverstone) in this loose adaptation of Jane Austen's Emma. Watch it for the utter nineties fashion and the catchphrases. (I don't think so!) Watch 'Clueless' on Apple TV Now 06 of 10

Best Prison Cuisine Goodfellas 1990

Archive Photos / Getty Images IMDb Rating: 8.7/10 Genre: Biography, Crime, Drama Starring: Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci Director: Martin Scorsese Motion Picture Rating: R Running Time: 2 hours, 26 minutes Based on the book Wiseguys, Goodfellas tells the story of a man who goes from mobster to informant. He spends time in prison but eats like a king thanks to the mafia's influence. You'll never look at garlic the same way again. Watch 'Goodfellas' on Amazon Prime Video Now 07 of 10

Best Movie Based on an SNL Skit Wayne' s World 1992

IMDb IMDb Rating: 7.0/10 Genre: Comedy, Music Starring: Mike Myers, Dana Carvey, Rob Lowe Director: Penelope Spheeris Motion Picture Rating: PG-13 Running Time: 1 hour, 34 minutes While many SNL skits should have stayed that way, Wayne's World is a rare success. It also repopularized Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody," featuring it in a driving-while-headbanging scene. "We're not worthy!" Watch 'Wayne's World' on Amazon Prime Video Now 08 of 10

Cringiest Voicemail Message of All Time Swingers 1996

FilmMagic / Getty Images IMDb Rating: 7.2/10 Genre: Comedy, Drama Starring: Vince Vaughn, Heather Graham, Jon Favreau Director: Doug Liman Motion Picture Rating: R Running Time: 1 hour, 36 minutes If you hate leaving phone messages, you'll likely be relieved that you've never left one like Mike Peters does after getting a number from Nikki, who does not know what she's in for (he's been pining for his ex for six months). Watch 'Swingers' on Amazon Prime Video Now 09 of 10

A Rare Glimpse of Gen X Reality Bites 1994

Theo Wargo / Getty Images for Tribeca Film Festival IMDb Rating: 6.6/10 Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance Starring: Winona Ryder, Ethan Hawke, Janeane Garofalo Director: Ben Stiller Motion Picture Rating: PG-13 Running Time: 1 hour, 39 minutes Jaded 20-somethings who are unemployed or underemployed? Gen X gets its shot in the spotlight with this movie about a group of friends navigating post-college life with mixed success. And there's even a scam involving a gas card. Watch 'Reality Bites' on Amazon Prime Video Now 10 of 10

Best Use of Large Rodent as Villain Groundhog Day 1993

Archive Photos / Getty Images IMDb Rating: 8.0/10 Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance Starring: Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott Director: Harold Ramis Motion Picture Rating: PG Running Time: 1 hour, 41 minutes If someone is going to endlessly repeat one day, it may as well be Bill Murray, playing cynical Phil Connors. Punxsutawney Phil predicts a short winter, a blizzard hits the town, and Phil Connors learns to play piano, among many other things. Watch 'Groundhog Day' on Amazon Prime Video Now Watch 'Groundhog Day' on YouTube Now Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire The 10 Best Movies of the 2010s to Watch Right Now The Best Action Movies to Watch Right Now The 10 Best 80s Movies to Watch Right Now The Best Movies on Hulu Right Now (September 2022) The 10 Best Sports Movies to Watch Right Now The Best Disney Plus Movies Right Now (October 2022) The Best Movies on HBO Right Now (October 2022) The Best Romantic Movies on Netflix Right Now (September 2022) The Best LGBT Movies on Netflix Right Now (October 2022) Best Free Movies on YouTube (September 2022) The 22 Best Christmas Movies on Netflix (2022) The Best Teen Movies on Netflix (September 2022) The 15 Best Inspirational Movies of 2022 The Best Movies on Apple TV+ Right Now (October 2022) The Best Netflix Thrillers to Watch Tonight The Best Family Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (October 2022) Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies