That’s it! Welcome to 2025! Whether your New Year’s Eve was eventful or rather calm, you surely want to enjoy this first day of the year a little. In general, January 1 is dedicated to rest to start the year smoothly.
No pressure for this New Year’s Day, then. If you want to relax quietly on your sofa in front of a good film, treat yourself! We have put together a list of perfect films for you to watch to get 2025 off to a good start. Well, this list is rather subjective, but it seemed appropriate to present to you films that are light, that make you laugh or that lift your heart. And why not all of this at once? Discover our top 6 films to see to get over the New Year.
1) Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)
Mrs. Doubtfire is one of the essential films in Robin Williams’ filmography. When Daniel Hillard can no longer see his children following his divorce, he will do everything to spend time with them despite everything. Cartoon voice actor, he will put his talents to use and transform himself into a remarkable governess to be near them.
Robin Williams is simply exceptional in this film which rocked the childhood of many spectators. The character of Daniel Hillard / Madame Doubtfire is as endearing as he is hilarious. Real movie feel good, Mrs. Doubtfire is perfect for starting 2025 off on the right foot. It is worth seeing and rewatching without moderation on Disney+.
2) Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011)
If you like romantic comedies, but you don’t like “gnangnan”, Crazy, Stupid, Love is to (re)see urgently. The feature film is carried by the excellent Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Steve Carell and Julianne Moore who offer us anthology scenes.
Crazy, Stupid, Loveit’s the story of Cal Weaver, a father and family man who sees his life collapse at the dawn of his 40th birthday when his wife asks for a divorce and tells him that she has cheated on him. Disappointed, Cal must get back on his feet, having married his high school sweetheart. Fortunately, he will be able to count on the seductive and seductive Jacob to bounce back and become, in turn, a heartbreaker. But that is only the common thread of Crazy, Stupid, Love. Other stories will revolve around the duo of Cal and Jacob and this is not to displease us.
Extremely funny, well written, never marshmallow or cliché, Crazy, Stupid, Love earned Ryan Gosling a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor in a Comedy. It’s a refreshing comedy that is an obvious choice for this New Year’s Day. It’s available on MAX.
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3) Paddington (2014)
Before making Wonkaa little nugget released last year, Paul King gave us Paddington in 2014 then, an even better sequel, Paddington 2 in 2017. The adventures of the little Peruvian bear who conquered London are ideal for the day after New Year’s Eve. Make yourself comfortable and set off across the Channel with the adorable Paddington. It’s all the more perfect as the third opus will soon be released in cinemas.
In search of a better life, his aunt Lucie sends him to London. Alone. But the city of their dreams is not as welcoming as they imagined and poor Paddington quickly becomes disillusioned. Fortunately, he will meet the Brown family who will eventually make a place for him in their home. Very sweet, this film is a little enchanted interlude that always feels good. You can watch Paddington And Paddington 2 on CANAL+.
4) Asterix and Obelix: Mission Cleopatra (2006)
Monument of French cinema, Asterix and Obelix: Mission Cleopatra is one of those films that we never get tired of. Despite the years, the comedy remains a classic in the French cinematographic landscape. How can we forget the cult lines of Jamel Debbouze in the role of Numérobis or the famous monologue of Edouard Baer? If you don’t have a magic potion to get you through the New Year, Asterix and Obelix: Mission Cleopatra will do the trick.
The Queen of Egypt Cleopatra intends to take up the challenge thrown at her by Julius Caesar: to build a sumptuous palace in just three months. She entrusted this project to the energetic architect Numérobis, but the task was substantial. The young man will therefore ask his Gallic friends for help to satisfy Cleopatra, be covered in gold and, above all, not end up thrown to the crocodiles. Available for purchase and rental on Prime Video.
Also read – The 10 best French comedies to absolutely see in your life
5) Mamma Mia! (2008)
An island in Greece, ABBA all the way, sun, love… There’s nothing better to have a good day, and especially the very first day of 2024. Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Julie Walters and Stellan Skarsgård present the cure for hangovers and New Year’s blues with Mamma Mia!.
Go to Kalokairi Island where Sophie is about to get married. It’s great! But what would be even better would be to have his dad by his side. Unfortunately, she doesn’t know his identity. The young woman looked through her mother’s diary from the time and decided to send a wedding invitation to her three potential parents. Enough to make a mess as D-day approaches.
If you want to run a marathon Mammia Mia!the sequel Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again is also excellent. The two musicals can be seen on Prime Video and Netflix.
Also read – Our top 10 best musicals
6) My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
What’s better than a sweet animated film to start 2025 off right? To have a good January 1st, without rushing, My Neighbor Totoro is the found footage. Mei and Satsuki are two sisters who have just moved to the countryside with their father in order to be closer to the hospital where their mother is. The sunny days are here and the little girls are taking advantage of them to discover the surroundings and their new neighbors. Among them, they meet wonderful creatures, and more particularly the strange and adorable Great Totoro.
Iconic film from Studio Ghibli, My Neighbor Totoro is the perfect setting of sweetness to warm your heart today. Watching this movie again is never a bad idea. And if you’ve never seen it, this is the perfect opportunity. My Neighbor Totoro is available on Netflix.
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