30 Captivating Netflix Movies To Watch In Auckland This Month
Because Netflix New Zealand is constantly adding some fantastic new movie titles that are unmissable.
Indeed, autumn is here and with the future unpredictable due to COVID-19, sometimes, all we want to do is escape. And hey, nothing shouts escapism more than putting on one of the best Netflix movies. Here are 30 of the greatest Netflix movies to stream in Auckland this month ahead.
1. The In Between
After losing her boyfriend in a tragic accident, Tessa (Joey King) believes Skylar is trying to connect with her from the afterlife. Consequently, she tries to contact him one last time for closure to their relationship. Indeed, one of the most heartbreaking Netflix movies. Grab the tissues!
2. The Mystery Of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes
On April 27, explore the mystery surrounding the 1962 death of Hollywood icon, Marilyn Monroe. This documentary movie is directed by Emma Cooper investigates her death and showcases unheard interviews and more. Certainly, an interesting one for your watchlist.
3. Our Father
This highly anticipated documentary movie comes out May 11. It tells the true story of a popular fertility doctor, Dr Donald Cline, who secretly destroyed families by tampering with donor sperm. It begins with a woman discovering via an at-home DNA test that she has multiple half-siblings. Shockingly, she learns that her and dozens others are actually the doctor’s kids.
4. The Bubble
This hilarious movie follows a film being shot at the height of the pandemic. Comically watch a lot of sneaking out, hooking up and melting down amongst the cast and crew while they quarantine at a posh hotel.
5. Along For The Ride
On May 6, watch this heartfelt romantic movie on Netflix. It follows a respectable girl Auden who meets a boy Eli during the summer before college. As both of them claim to be insomniacs, they embark on fun quests at night while Colby sleeps to help Auden indulge in a carefree life.
6. Little Women
This iconic coming-of-age 2019 remake has an all-star cast from Meryl Streep, Timothee Chalamet, Emma Watson, Saoirse Ronan and more. Set in the 1860s, four sisters learn to navigate life through determination and aspirations, love and family tragedy.
7. Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them
Harry Potter fans will adore the first installment of the Fantastic Beasts movie series. Set in the early 1900s, it shows a world of wizardry and dark forces in New York City. Ex-Hogwarts student Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) enlists a muggle Jacob to help him round up magical creatures.
8. Return To Space
This epic documentary movie details the accomplishments of Elon Musk and his SpaceX team as they journeyed on a historic NASA mission in May 2020. It consisted of sending astronauts back to the International Space Station for the first time since 2011.
9. The Weekend Away
London-based American Beth (Leighton Meester) goes on a trip to Split in Croatia with her best friend Kate (Christina Woolfe), who she hasn’t seen in ages. However, their weekend getaway takes a dark twist when Kate goes missing and each clue leads to an unsettling discovery.
10. The Adam Project
This highly-anticipated Netflix movie follows a time-traveller fighter pilot who crash lands in the year 2022. Adam Reed must team up with his 12-year-old self in order to save the future of humanity. Starring Ryan Reynolds, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo and many more…you won’t be disappointed.
11. The Ice Road
An action movie telling the story of a remote diamond mine which collapses in northern Canada. In an effort to rescue miners, an ice driver (Liam Neeson) leads a mission over a frozen ocean despite the dangerous of even death. Certainly, one of the greatest Netflix movies to watch.
12. Downfall: The Case Against Boeing
This compelling Netflix documentary movie sheds light on an investigation into the two Boeing 737 MAX crashes that killed 346 people in recent years. The film explores through interviews both the root causes of the crash and the human cost.
13. Badhaai Do
This hilarious Bollywood movie follows a gay police officer and lesbian teacher who enter into a fake marriage to make people believe they are straight. However, they learn fake relationships aren’t as easy as it seems. Starring Rajkummar Rao, Bhumi Pednekar, Seema Pahwa and more.
14. Tall Girl 2
Tall Girl 1 and 2 is available to stream on Netflix New Zealand. The comedy movie tells the story of the tallest girl in high school, often bullied because of her height. When a foreign exchange student joins her class, she falls into a love triangle where she learns more about herself and gains greater confidence. Definitely, one of the best new Netflix movies to watch.
15. The Tinder Swindler
This jaw-dropping documentary movie is based on the true events of an Israeli internet con artist. Shockingly, Shimon Hayut seduced a group of women worldwide who he met on Tinder. Interestingly, the women come together to recall their story of how he conned them out of millions of dollars.
16. Instant Family
This 2018 film follows a couple, Pete and Ellie, who decide to foster three siblings despite hoping to just adopt one child. However, they find their lives turned upside down with three children including a 15-year-old rebellious teenage girl. Certainly, the heartwarming movie you need this weekend.
17. Home Team
Kiwis are loving this new Netflix movie inspired by real events. Two years after a Superbowl win and suspension, NFL head coach Sean Payton (Kevin James) returns to his hometown and reconnects with his 12-year old son (Tait Blum). Equally, he ends up coaching his son’s football team. Naturally, perfect for family night.
18. The Royal Treatment
Watch New York hairdresser, Izzy (Laura Marano) as she seizes the opportunity to work at a Royal wedding of a charming prince. There, she learns that the wedding is an arranged marriage, and the prince is not really in love. Indeed, sparks fly between her and prince.
19. Wonder Woman
If you didn’t get to see Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot) in action back in 2017, now is your opportunity. On a secluded island, Diana meets an American pilot (Chris Pine) who influences her to fight alongside men in a war threatening the outside world. Indeed, it is here she learns her true power and evolves into Wonder Woman.
20. Found
This lovely documentary follows three American teenage girls, Lily, Sadie and Chloe, adopted from China as babies. Shockingly, they discover online that they are cousins. Together, they travel to China to analyse their history and seek out answers. Indeed, this is an emotional one on Netflix.
21. Don’t Look Up
This comical American sci-fi movie follows two low-level astronomers, Dr Randall Mindy (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Kate Dibiasky (Jennifer Lawrence), who must warn mankind about a comet threatening to destroy the planet. With a blockbuster cast, from Ariana Grande, Meryl Streep, Timothée Chalamet, Jonah Hill and more…you won’t be disappointed.
22. Tick, Tick…Boom
This new feel-good drama movie is based on the autobiographical musical by playwright Jonathan Larson. It follows an aspiring composer, on the brink of turning 30, who is having a midlife crisis and stresses he has made the wrong career moves. Watch in awe as he navigates love, friendship and pressures of life in New York City.
23. Red Notice
This $200 million budget thriller movie is being absorbed by households around the globe. Eager watchers are already demanding a sequel. With a stellar cast, from Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, Dwayne Johnson, and more…you know it’s going to be good. It follows an FBI agent on an adventure across the world, attempting to capture a smart crook, who is the world’s most wanted art thief.
24. The Unforgiveable
Another epic movie that follows Academy award winner Sandra Bullock, starring as a woman released from prison after serving 20 years for a horrific murder. Although, outside the prison walls, society is not willing to forgive her. Nevertheless, she goes on a mission to find her little sister but things take a dramatic turn.
25. The Power Of The Dog
This award-winning western drama movie illustrates the life of a cowboy, Phil (Benedict Cumberbatch), who believes he must be the toughest and most dominant leader in his crew. When his brother George brings home a new wife Rose and her son, Phil responds with mocking cruelty.
26. Sweet Girl
Watch Jason Momoa as he plays a man devastated by the loss of his wife. Cooper vows to get justice for his wife’s death while protecting his only remaining family, his daughter, Rachel (Isabela Merced). This suspenseful thriller is arguably, one of the best Netflix movies, and comes with some shocking twists and turns.
27. Love & Monsters
Dylan O’Brien takes on the lead role of a young man trying to survive seven years into an apocalypse that sees monsters run the planet. He ventures up from the underground and risks his life to reunite with his lover. But, the path is extremely dangerous while he meets a friendly dog and some travelling companions along the way.
28. Yes Day
This charming family movie stars Jennifer Garner as mother Allison, along with her husband Carlos, who agree to take part in a ”Yes Day” to please their children. Therefore, for 24 hours they must say yes to everything the kids want to do. This sets the chaotic scenes ahead. A flick filled with laughter, fun and warmth that everyone in the clan can enjoy.
29. The Last Letter From Your Lover
From the author of Me Before You, JoJo Moyes’ brings us another timeless classic. The story tells the tale of a present-day Journalist, Ellie Haworth (Felicity Jones), who discovers mysterious love letters from 1965. She soon learns that they belonged to Jennifer Stirling (Shailene Woodley), the wife of a wealthy industrialist, and her secret lover Anthony, a journalist covering a story on Jennifer’s husband. Ellie sets out to solve the affair.
30. Monster
Another one of the most breathtaking Netflix movies starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. It follows the story of a 17-year old boy, Steve Harmon, from Harlem, who attends a prestigious film school. His life quickly changes when he is charged with a felony murder. Watch in suspense as he fights for his innocence against a criminal justice system already judging him.