5 Must-Watch Fall Movies
It is officially scary movie season - if you like scary movies that is. But, for those of you who don’t…I give you five must-watch fall (non-scary) movies:
#1 -You’ve Got Mail
Where to watch: free on Max (w/ subscription), rent or buy on Apple TV and Prime
Rating: 10/10
Details (no spoilers!): Set in New York City, this movie is SO COZY. While the entire movie doesn’t take place during the fall, a good portion of it does…which, is there anything better than NYC in the fall? Maybe NYC at Christmas, which you’ll also get a little taste of. Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks are the main characters - need I say more? Nothing gets me in the “fall spirit” quite like watching this movie. It is my #1 pick for must-watch fall movies.
#2 - WHEN HARRY MET SALLY
Where to watch: free on Max and Prime (w/ subscription), rent on Apple TV
Rating: 9.5/10
Details (no spoilers!): Another NYC gem! And, the location isn’t the only thing this movie shares with You’ve Got Mail. It’ll give you all the fall feels, plus a little taste of Christmas (and New Years). Meg Ryan is yet again amazing, as well. A true classic, this movie is super cute. Not to mention the late 80s/early 90s fashion/hairstyles are to die for.
#3 - AUTUMN IN NEW YORK
Where to watch: free on Pluto TV (no subscription required), rent on Prime
Rating: 7/10
Details (no spoilers!): Apparently New York City is the key ingredient for a great fall film. Once again we are in beautiful NYC - in autumn, as you may have gathered from the title. Richard Gere and Winona Ryder are outstanding! Unlike You’ve Got Mail and When Harry Met Sally, you are going to want to break out the tissues for this movie. That’s all I’ll say! This was my first time seeing this movie, but it is definitely a new fall favorite.
#4 - REMEMBER THE TITANS
Where to watch: free on Disney+ (w/ subscription), rent on Prime and Apple TV
Rating: 10/10
Details (no spoilers!): This movie is one of my all-time favorites. Definitely keep the tissues out though! It’ll have you all in your feels. Denzel Washington is AMAZING. Plus, he is supported by an incredible cast including Ryan Gosling, Donald Faison and Hayden Panettiere. Disclaimer: you do not have to like or understand football to love this movie. It’s a MUST-watch, especially for fall.
#5 - Dead Poets Society
Where to watch: rent on Prime and Apple TV
Rating: 7/10
Details (no spoilers!): Somehow I managed to make it to the age of 33 without seeing this movie. It’s definitely a “classic”. Robin Williams is absolutely splendid. If you’re looking for a movie with all the fall vibes, minus the romance, this movie is for you. While I didn’t personally cry, it could be considered a bit of a tearjerker at times. It might not be quite as “fall” as the other movies on this list but, I really enjoyed it.
Happy watching, friends!
-D
