Mother’s Day is the perfect time to binge-watch several movies you know your mother would enjoy. Pop the popcorn and grab blankets for everyone. These are some of the top movies to watch with mom on Mother’s Day.
'Mamma Mia'
This popular film is based on the Broadway musical. The film is about a young bride-to-be searching for her real father only to find out that there are three possibilities. Her mother is confused over the daughter’s desire to get married at all. Best of all, watching this movie gets you prepared for the sequel.
'Little Women'
One of the most classic films of all-time, "Little Women" tells the story of the four March sisters and their mother who face life’s adventures through thick and thin.
The film also reminds you that sisterhood lasts forever, no matter what happens in life.
'The Blind Side'
This has become an instant classic and features an amazing performance by Academy Award winner Sandra Bullock. The film is based on the true story of Michael Oher. Oher lived his early life in the foster care system, until he met a family who genuinely cared for him. The family helps him achieve his dreams of playing football. Oher eventually was drafted and won a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens. This movie highlights the power of love that mothers have for their family.
'The Sound of Music'
One of the best musicals of all-times, the love of a mother transforms the unhappy Von Trapp family into a smiling and cheerful family who sing their struggles away.
The film has music that will get stuck in your head forever and a historical plot that is worth understanding.
'Throw Momma From the Train'
Don’t let the title fool you. For those mothers who are not big on tearjerkers, you should consider this hilarious black comedy. The comedy stars Billy Crystal and Danny Devito. Billy Crystal plays a writer whose ex-wife stole his book and made millions off of it.
Danny DeVito is a student of Crystal who lives with his strict and nightmarish mother. DeVito ends up killing Crystal’s ex-wife. He then expects Crystal to return the favor. This movie will have you laughing but also will make it a night you will never forget.
There are so many movies that you could choose to watch with your mom on Mother’s Day, but these are the top five I would watch with my mom.
On Mother’s Day you could consider watching certain movies from a certain genre or time period. Maybe your mom likes comedies or musicals. There is no better way to spend time with your mom on Mother’s Day than to watch movies together.