Best New Year’s Eve Movies to Celebrate With

As the countdown to midnight approaches, there’s nothing like cozying up with a good movie to ring in the New Year. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, or just enjoying a quiet night in, this curated list of New Year’s Eve movies will help you embrace the spirit of the season. From heartwarming romances to hilarious comedies, you’ll find something perfect for every celebration. So grab your favorite snacks and let’s dive into these festive flicks!

Heartwarming Romances

1. When Harry Met Sally…

This classic romantic comedy explores the evolving relationship between Harry and Sally, questioning whether men and women can ever just be friends, culminating in a memorable New Year’s Eve moment.

Best for: Fans of romance and comedy.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: Do you believe that friendships can lead to romance?

2. New Year’s Eve

This ensemble film weaves together several love stories and mishaps happening in New York City on New Year’s Eve, highlighting the magic of connections and second chances.

Best for: Fans of ensemble casts and romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: What do you think is the most memorable part of celebrating New Year’s Eve?

3. About Time

In this charming romantic drama, a young man learns he can time travel and uses his ability to improve his love life, culminating in heartfelt moments during the New Year.

Best for: Fans of romance and fantasy.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: If you could relive any moment in your life, what would it be?

4. The Apartment

This classic film follows a man who allows his superiors to use his apartment for their affairs, leading to unexpected romantic entanglements that reach a touching conclusion on New Year’s Eve.

Best for: Fans of classic cinema and romance.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think New Year’s resolutions can impact relationships?

5. While You Were Sleeping

In this romantic comedy, a lonely transit worker saves a man on the tracks and ends up in a romantic misunderstanding that leads to a heartwarming New Year’s Eve celebration.

Best for: Fans of feel-good romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: How do you think chance encounters can change our lives?

Hilarious Comedies

6. Bridget Jones’s Diary

This romantic comedy follows Bridget as she navigates the ups and downs of her love life and career, culminating in hilarious New Year’s resolutions.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the most outrageous New Year’s resolution you’ve ever made?

7. Four Rooms

In this anthology comedy, a hapless bellboy spends New Year’s Eve dealing with four eccentric guests, leading to hilarious and unexpected adventures.

Best for: Fans of dark comedies and anthology films.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: If you were a hotel employee, which guest would you hope to meet?

8. The Hangover

This outrageous comedy follows a group of friends who wake up after a wild night in Las Vegas with no memory of what happened and must piece together the events before a wedding, showcasing a chaotic New Year’s Eve in the process.

Best for: Fans of adult comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: What’s your wildest story from a night out?

9. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown!

In this animated special, Charlie Brown and his friends celebrate the New Year while reflecting on their resolutions, full of heartwarming moments and laughs.

Best for: Families and fans of Peanuts.
Where to Watch: Available on Apple TV+.
Question: What’s your favorite childhood New Year’s tradition?

10. The Last New Year’s Eve

This romantic comedy follows a group of friends as they navigate their love lives during New Year’s Eve parties, leading to plenty of laughs and surprises.

Best for: Fans of ensemble comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the funniest thing that’s ever happened to you at a party?

Festive Feel-Good Movies

11. The Time Traveler’s Wife

This romantic drama explores the complexities of love and time travel, showcasing touching moments between the couple as they celebrate New Year’s together.

Best for: Fans of romance and fantasy.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: How do you think time can affect relationships?

12. Ghostbusters II

In this sequel, the Ghostbusters are back to save New York City from a malevolent spirit during the New Year celebrations, blending humor and supernatural fun.

Best for: Fans of action and comedy.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: If you could be a ghost for a day, what would you do?

13. Last Holiday

This feel-good movie follows a woman who discovers she has a terminal illness and decides to live her last days to the fullest, including a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration.

Best for: Fans of heartwarming dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How would you celebrate life if you knew it was your last?

14. The Greatest Showman

While not strictly a New Year’s movie, this musical film filled with dazzling performances and uplifting messages can inspire you to embrace the New Year with enthusiasm and creativity.

Best for: Fans of musicals and inspirational stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: What dreams do you want to pursue in the New Year?

15. Cheers

This ensemble sitcom isn’t a movie, but it captures the spirit of New Year’s celebrations through the experiences of a group of friends at their favorite bar, filled with humor and camaraderie.

Best for: Fans of classic sitcoms.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: Who would you want to celebrate the New Year with in a bar?

Inspiring Dramas

16. Pursuit of Happyness

This inspiring drama follows a father’s struggle to build a better life for his son, culminating in hopeful moments during New Year’s celebrations, emphasizing resilience and hope.

Best for: Fans of inspiring true stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What does happiness mean to you as the New Year approaches?

17. The Best Man Holiday

This sequel reintroduces a group of college friends who reunite for Christmas and New Year’s, navigating love, friendship, and the trials of adult life.

Best for: Fans of ensemble dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: How do reunions with old friends impact your life?

18. Notting Hill

This romantic comedy follows a bookseller and a famous actress as they navigate love in the heart of London, showcasing romantic moments around New Year’s.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think love can surprise us in unexpected ways?

19. The Pursuit of Happyness

In this heartwarming drama, a struggling salesman finds hope and determination as he pursues his dreams and a better life for his son, highlighting resilience during the New Year.

Best for: Fans of inspiring stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What drives you to pursue your goals?

20. One Day

This romantic drama follows the friendship of two people over twenty years, capturing their lives on the same date each year, including poignant New Year’s moments.

Best for: Fans of romance and life stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: What memories do you cherish most from past New Year’s celebrations?

Heartwarming Romances

1. When Harry Met Sally…

Best for: Fans of romance and comedy.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: Do you believe that friendships can lead to romance?

2. New Year’s Eve

This ensemble film weaves together several love stories and mishaps happening in New York City on New Year’s Eve, highlighting the magic of connections and second chances.

Best for: Fans of ensemble casts and romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: What do you think is the most memorable part of celebrating New Year’s Eve?

3. About Time

In this charming romantic drama, a young man learns he can time travel and uses his ability to improve his love life, culminating in heartfelt moments during the New Year.

Best for: Fans of romance and fantasy.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: If you could relive any moment in your life, what would it be?

4. The Apartment

This classic film follows a man who allows his superiors to use his apartment for their affairs, leading to unexpected romantic entanglements that reach a touching conclusion on New Year’s Eve.

Best for: Fans of classic cinema and romance.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think New Year’s resolutions can impact relationships?

5. While You Were Sleeping

In this romantic comedy, a lonely transit worker saves a man on the tracks and ends up in a romantic misunderstanding that leads to a heartwarming New Year’s Eve celebration.

Best for: Fans of feel-good romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: How do you think chance encounters can change our lives?

Hilarious Comedies

6. Bridget Jones’s Diary

This romantic comedy follows Bridget as she navigates the ups and downs of her love life and career, culminating in hilarious New Year’s resolutions.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the most outrageous New Year’s resolution you’ve ever made?

7. Four Rooms

In this anthology comedy, a hapless bellboy spends New Year’s Eve dealing with four eccentric guests, leading to hilarious and unexpected adventures.

Best for: Fans of dark comedies and anthology films.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: If you were a hotel employee, which guest would you hope to meet?

8. The Hangover

Best for: Fans of adult comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: What’s your wildest story from a night out?

9. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown!

In this animated special, Charlie Brown and his friends celebrate the New Year while reflecting on their resolutions, full of heartwarming moments and laughs.

Best for: Families and fans of Peanuts.
Where to Watch: Available on Apple TV+.
Question: What’s your favorite childhood New Year’s tradition?

10. The Last New Year’s Eve

This romantic comedy follows a group of friends as they navigate their love lives during New Year’s Eve parties, leading to plenty of laughs and surprises.

Best for: Fans of ensemble comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the funniest thing that’s ever happened to you at a party?

Festive Feel-Good Movies

11. The Time Traveler’s Wife

This romantic drama explores the complexities of love and time travel, showcasing touching moments between the couple as they celebrate New Year’s together.

Best for: Fans of romance and fantasy.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: How do you think time can affect relationships?

12. Ghostbusters II

In this sequel, the Ghostbusters are back to save New York City from a malevolent spirit during the New Year celebrations, blending humor and supernatural fun.

Best for: Fans of action and comedy.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: If you could be a ghost for a day, what would you do?

13. Last Holiday

This feel-good movie follows a woman who discovers she has a terminal illness and decides to live her last days to the fullest, including a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration.

Best for: Fans of heartwarming dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How would you celebrate life if you knew it was your last?

14. The Greatest Showman

While not strictly a New Year’s movie, this musical film filled with dazzling performances and uplifting messages can inspire you to embrace the New Year with enthusiasm and creativity.

Best for: Fans of musicals and inspirational stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: What dreams do you want to pursue in the New Year?

15. Cheers

This ensemble sitcom isn’t a movie, but it captures the spirit of New Year’s celebrations through the experiences of a group of friends at their favorite bar, filled with humor and camaraderie.

Best for: Fans of classic sitcoms.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: Who would you want to celebrate the New Year with in a bar?

Inspiring Dramas

16. Pursuit of Happyness

This inspiring drama follows a father’s struggle to build a better life for his son, culminating in hopeful moments during New Year’s celebrations, emphasizing resilience and hope.

Best for: Fans of inspiring true stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What does happiness mean to you as the New Year approaches?

17. The Best Man Holiday

This sequel reintroduces a group of college friends who reunite for Christmas and New Year’s, navigating love, friendship, and the trials of adult life.

Best for: Fans of ensemble dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: How do reunions with old friends impact your life?

18. Notting Hill

This romantic comedy follows a bookseller and a famous actress as they navigate love in the heart of London, showcasing romantic moments around New Year’s.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think love can surprise us in unexpected ways?

19. The Pursuit of Happyness

In this heartwarming drama, a struggling salesman finds hope and determination as he pursues his dreams and a better life for his son, highlighting resilience during the New Year.

Best for: Fans of inspiring stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What drives you to pursue your goals?

20. One Day

This romantic drama follows the friendship of two people over twenty years, capturing their lives on the same date each year, including poignant New Year’s moments.

Best for: Fans of romance and life stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: What memories do you cherish most from past New Year’s celebrations?

Heartwarming Romances

1. When Harry Met Sally…

Best for: Fans of romance and comedy.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: Do you believe that friendships can lead to romance?

2. New Year’s Eve

This ensemble film weaves together several love stories and mishaps happening in New York City on New Year’s Eve, highlighting the magic of connections and second chances.

Best for: Fans of ensemble casts and romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: What do you think is the most memorable part of celebrating New Year’s Eve?

3. About Time

In this charming romantic drama, a young man learns he can time travel and uses his ability to improve his love life, culminating in heartfelt moments during the New Year.

Best for: Fans of romance and fantasy.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: If you could relive any moment in your life, what would it be?

4. The Apartment

This classic film follows a man who allows his superiors to use his apartment for their affairs, leading to unexpected romantic entanglements that reach a touching conclusion on New Year’s Eve.

Best for: Fans of classic cinema and romance.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think New Year’s resolutions can impact relationships?

5. While You Were Sleeping

In this romantic comedy, a lonely transit worker saves a man on the tracks and ends up in a romantic misunderstanding that leads to a heartwarming New Year’s Eve celebration.

Best for: Fans of feel-good romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: How do you think chance encounters can change our lives?

Hilarious Comedies

6. Bridget Jones’s Diary

This romantic comedy follows Bridget as she navigates the ups and downs of her love life and career, culminating in hilarious New Year’s resolutions.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the most outrageous New Year’s resolution you’ve ever made?

7. Four Rooms

In this anthology comedy, a hapless bellboy spends New Year’s Eve dealing with four eccentric guests, leading to hilarious and unexpected adventures.

Best for: Fans of dark comedies and anthology films.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: If you were a hotel employee, which guest would you hope to meet?

8. The Hangover

Best for: Fans of adult comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: What’s your wildest story from a night out?

9. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown!

In this animated special, Charlie Brown and his friends celebrate the New Year while reflecting on their resolutions, full of heartwarming moments and laughs.

Best for: Families and fans of Peanuts.
Where to Watch: Available on Apple TV+.
Question: What’s your favorite childhood New Year’s tradition?

10. The Last New Year’s Eve

This romantic comedy follows a group of friends as they navigate their love lives during New Year’s Eve parties, leading to plenty of laughs and surprises.

Best for: Fans of ensemble comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the funniest thing that’s ever happened to you at a party?

Festive Feel-Good Movies

11. The Time Traveler’s Wife

This romantic drama explores the complexities of love and time travel, showcasing touching moments between the couple as they celebrate New Year’s together.

Best for: Fans of romance and fantasy.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: How do you think time can affect relationships?

12. Ghostbusters II

In this sequel, the Ghostbusters are back to save New York City from a malevolent spirit during the New Year celebrations, blending humor and supernatural fun.

Best for: Fans of action and comedy.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: If you could be a ghost for a day, what would you do?

13. Last Holiday

This feel-good movie follows a woman who discovers she has a terminal illness and decides to live her last days to the fullest, including a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration.

Best for: Fans of heartwarming dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How would you celebrate life if you knew it was your last?

14. The Greatest Showman

While not strictly a New Year’s movie, this musical film filled with dazzling performances and uplifting messages can inspire you to embrace the New Year with enthusiasm and creativity.

Best for: Fans of musicals and inspirational stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: What dreams do you want to pursue in the New Year?

15. Cheers

This ensemble sitcom isn’t a movie, but it captures the spirit of New Year’s celebrations through the experiences of a group of friends at their favorite bar, filled with humor and camaraderie.

Best for: Fans of classic sitcoms.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: Who would you want to celebrate the New Year with in a bar?

Inspiring Dramas

16. Pursuit of Happyness

This inspiring drama follows a father’s struggle to build a better life for his son, culminating in hopeful moments during New Year’s celebrations, emphasizing resilience and hope.

Best for: Fans of inspiring true stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What does happiness mean to you as the New Year approaches?

17. The Best Man Holiday

This sequel reintroduces a group of college friends who reunite for Christmas and New Year’s, navigating love, friendship, and the trials of adult life.

Best for: Fans of ensemble dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: How do reunions with old friends impact your life?

18. Notting Hill

This romantic comedy follows a bookseller and a famous actress as they navigate love in the heart of London, showcasing romantic moments around New Year’s.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think love can surprise us in unexpected ways?

19. The Pursuit of Happyness

In this heartwarming drama, a struggling salesman finds hope and determination as he pursues his dreams and a better life for his son, highlighting resilience during the New Year.

Best for: Fans of inspiring stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What drives you to pursue your goals?

20. One Day

This romantic drama follows the friendship of two people over twenty years, capturing their lives on the same date each year, including poignant New Year’s moments.

Best for: Fans of romance and life stories.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: What memories do you cherish most from past New Year’s celebrations?

More Joyful Choices for New Year’s Eve

21. The Holiday

Two women swap homes for the holidays to escape their romantic troubles, leading to unexpected love during the festive season, including a delightful New Year’s Eve climax.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: If you could swap lives with someone for a week, who would it be?

23. Snow Day

In this family comedy, a group of kids tries to make the most of a surprise snow day, filled with adventures, laughter, and festive New Year’s spirit.

Best for: Families and kids.
Where to Watch: Available on Paramount+.
Question: What’s your favorite way to enjoy a snow day?

24. The Night Before

This raunchy comedy follows three childhood friends who reunite for their annual Christmas Eve tradition, with wild escapades leading to a memorable New Year’s celebration.

Best for: Fans of adult comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s the wildest party you’ve ever been to?

25. The Family Stone

This heartwarming family drama follows a woman who spends Christmas and New Year’s with her boyfriend’s family, navigating family dynamics and holiday surprises.

Best for: Fans of ensemble dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: How do family gatherings shape your holiday experience?

26. High School Musical: East Meets West

This musical special features the characters of East High celebrating New Year’s, filled with catchy songs and heartfelt moments that bring everyone together.

Best for: Families and musical fans.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: If you could perform a song at a New Year’s party, what would it be?

27. New Year’s Eve

Another look at this ensemble film reveals intertwining stories of love and hope as various characters navigate their resolutions and connections on the last night of the year.

Best for: Fans of star-studded casts.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: Which New Year’s resolution would you like to make this year?

28. The Holiday Calendar

This charming holiday film follows a photographer who inherits an antique Advent calendar that predicts her future, leading to sweet surprises around Christmas and New Year.

Best for: Fans of feel-good holiday movies.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: What’s your favorite holiday tradition?

29. Auld Lang Syne

This unique comedy short film explores the ups and downs of a New Year’s Eve party, focusing on relationships and the challenges of starting fresh as the clock strikes midnight.

Best for: Fans of short films and comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you celebrate the arrival of a new year?

30. Little Women (2019)

This adaptation captures the essence of family and dreams as the March sisters navigate life and love, culminating in a beautifully sentimental New Year’s moment.

Best for: Fans of classic literature adaptations.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: Which character in Little Women do you relate to the most?

31. This Is 40

A comedy that follows a married couple facing the challenges of turning 40, including a chaotic New Year’s celebration filled with humor and reflections on life.

Best for: Fans of relatable comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s one lesson you’ve learned as you’ve aged?

32. For One More Day

This touching drama tells the story of a man who gets a second chance to connect with his deceased mother during a New Year’s visit, highlighting themes of family and forgiveness.

Best for: Fans of emotional dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Netflix.
Question: If you could spend one more day with someone, who would it be?

33. The Great Gatsby

Set in the roaring twenties, this adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel features lavish parties and extravagant celebrations, culminating in a memorable New Year’s Eve.

Best for: Fans of classic literature and drama.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: How do you define the American Dream today?

34. Frozen II

While primarily a sequel to the beloved Frozen, it includes themes of family and hope as Anna and Elsa navigate their world, filled with vibrant colors and emotions during the New Year season.

Best for: Families and animation fans.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: Which Frozen character do you connect with the most?

35. The Longest Ride

This romantic drama intertwines the love stories of two couples across different timelines, featuring heartfelt moments that can resonate during New Year’s celebrations.

Best for: Fans of romance and drama.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What’s your idea of a perfect romantic date?

36. Runaway Bride

This romantic comedy follows a woman who’s known for leaving her grooms at the altar and her journey to discover true love, with a delightful New Year’s twist.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: How do you think love can transform us?

37. The Best Man

This romantic comedy-drama showcases the complexities of friendships, love, and loyalty as a group of college friends reunites for a wedding, leading to poignant New Year’s moments.

Best for: Fans of ensemble dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Hulu.
Question: What’s your favorite memory from a college reunion?

38. The Proposal

In this romantic comedy, a Canadian book editor forces her assistant to marry her to avoid deportation, leading to hilarious moments and a heartfelt New Year’s celebration.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on Disney+.
Question: How do you think love can blossom in unexpected circumstances?

39. Crazy, Stupid, Love

This romantic comedy intertwines various love stories, culminating in unexpected connections during a festive New Year celebration filled with humor and heartfelt moments.

Best for: Fans of romantic comedies.
Where to Watch: Available on HBO Max.
Question: How do you think love can change over time?

40. As Good As It Gets

This romantic comedy-drama follows an obsessive-compulsive novelist and his relationships, leading to heartfelt moments and reflections during New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Best for: Fans of character-driven dramas.
Where to Watch: Available on Amazon Prime Video.
Question: What do you think makes a person truly “as good as it gets”?

Now you have a comprehensive list of New Year’s Eve movies that will set the perfect tone for your celebrations! Whether you’re laughing, crying, or reflecting on the year gone by, these films will help you welcome the New Year with joy and warmth. Happy watching!