Best Hollywood movies of all time to binge-watch today

Whether you’re a film buff or a critic, there are some cinematic gems that remain special to cinephiles for their spellbinding characters and surreal narratives. If you’re looking for some of the best Hollywood movies of all time to binge-watch on OTT, we’ve got you covered with this versatile list of Oscar-approved films.

Best Hollywood movies of all time to stream online

Inception

• Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elliot Page

• IMDb: 8.8

• Where to watch: Netflix, JioCinema

This sci-fi thriller is a mind-bending movie with a captivating plotline to keep you mesmerised throughout. It follows a thief who uses dream-sharing technology to infiltrate into his target's subconscious mind to steal coveted information. When an investigative team hires him to plant some ideas in their victim’s mind, it unravels a series of hidden secrets and surprising traps.

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To Kill a Mocking Bird

• Cast: Gregory Peck, John Megna, Frank Overton

• IMDb: 8.3

• Where to watch: Stream for free on Plex and MX Player.

Based on Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, this multiple Academy Award-winning movie is the inspiring tale of a lawyer who fights societal stereotypes of racial identity to defend a client.

Harry Potter

• Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Tom Felton

• IMDb: 7.6

• Where to watch: JioCinema, rent on Prime Video

Set in the fictional wizardry world of Hogwarts, Harry Potter is a cult classic fantasy franchise that revolves around the themes of friendship, romance, and the magical world. Don’t mistake this for a children's movie, as you’ll be hooked by this enchanting coming-of-age tale that has iconic characters and exceptional cinematography.

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The Notebook

• Cast: Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams

• IMDb: 7.8

• Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon Prime Video

Based on Nicholas Sparks' bestselling novel, The Notebook traces the melodramatic love story of Noah and Allie. From their sizzling young romance to the sparks of passionate love after a chance encounter, the movie explores themes of true love and soulmate connections with a heartfelt ending.

La La Land

• Cast: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone

• IMDb: 8

• Where to watch: JioCinema, Airtel Xtreme

This Oscar-winning romantic film tells the story of an aspiring actress, Mia, who meets a dedicated jazz musician, Sebastian. Both of them harbour big dreams and are struggling to get there. Set in Los Angeles, this musical romance delves into various themes like love, sacrifice, dreams, and letting go. It garnered critical acclaim for its multi-layered plot and characters.

The Godfather

• Cast: Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan

• IMDb: 9.2

• Where to watch: Netflix, rent on Amazon Prime Video

This Oscar-winning mafia film is one of the greatest and most influential of all time for its fine cast and stunning narrative. The plot revolves around Michael, the youngest son of a tough mafia family with a crime boss patriarch. When fate’s turn gets Michael entangled in the underground world, he transforms into a ruthless boss.

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Forrest Gump

• Cast: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise

• IMDb: 8.8

• Where to watch: Netflix

Robert Zemeckis’s cinematic brilliance will make you laugh and weep with its titular character’s motivational journey. The poignant tale revolves around Forrest Gump, a mentally challenged person with a low IQ of 75, whose perseverance and diligence against the odds give an inspiring perspective on life.

Aliens

• Cast: Sigourney Weaver, Michael Biehn, Paul Reiser, Lance Henriksen
• IMDb: 8.4
• Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar

Helmed by James Cameron, this science fiction action movie is a sequel to the popular Alien movie of the 1970s and continues the harrowing tale of Ellen, who is trapped in an isolated location, grappling to protect herself and her teammates from alien attack while navigating ways to contact the human colony.

Titanic

• Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet
• IMDb: 7.9
• Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar

Based on the tragic sinking of the RMS Titanic, this Oscar-winning romantic drama film traces the epic love story between two unlikely lovers. Rose, a high-class socialite, evidently falls for a low-class poor boy, Jack, despite their class differences. If you’re a sucker for old-school romance, stream this magical love story in a picturesque setting.

Back to the Future  

• Cast: Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson
• IMDb rating: 8.5
• Where to watch: Rent on Amazon Prime Video

Robert Zemeckis’ epic sci-fi film revolves around time travel and grabs attention with its clever script and tight humour. It follows teenager Marty McFly and his adventures as he strives to change his parents’ monotonous future with his eccentric scientist mentor, Dr. Brown.

Saving Private Ryan

• Cast: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore
• IMDb rating: 8.6
• Where to watch: Rent on Amazon Prime Video

Helmed by Steven Spielberg, this war drama masterpiece revolves around the challenging Normandy Landings and a group of U.S. soldiers as they struggle to survive behind enemy lines. As the title suggests, it follows determined soldiers trying to retrieve a paratrooper amid family tragedy.