11 Movies You Shouldn’t Miss on Netflix This Month

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Feeling overwhelmed by the huge selection of movies on Netflix? We’ve got you covered. We keep track of what’s new and leaving the platform, and we’ve put together a list of films worth watching in March. These aren’t recommendations from a computer – they’re hand-picked by a film critic, including both recent releases and beloved classics. This month, Netflix has great options like Jay Kelly and Blue Moon, a funny Martin Scorsese film set in New York City, plus the exciting ’90s action movie starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek.

After Hours

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=OZzb_6LtMjY

Year: 1985
Runtime: 1h 37m
Director: Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese’s hilarious and heartwarming film follows an average man experiencing an unbelievably chaotic night, and it’s become a fan favorite. Released in 1985, the movie stars Griffin Dunne as a man simply trying to get home from SoHo. Scorsese received the Best Director award at Cannes for this delightful comedy. ➽ Stream on Netflix

Best in Show

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=w7H9fsREWdg

Year: 2000
Runtime: 1h 30m
Director: Christopher Guest

Christopher Guest’s mockumentary about dog show enthusiasts is a hilarious masterpiece. Following the success of Waiting for Guffman, Guest brought together his talented group of collaborators to create what many consider one of the greatest comedies of all time—and a high point in his career. It also remains a touching tribute to the late, brilliant Catherine O’Hara. ➽ Watch it on Netflix.

Blue Moon

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=qo7gRHip0lI

Year: 2025
Runtime: 1h 40m
Director: Richard Linklater

Ethan Hawke, nominated for an Oscar, delivers a career-defining performance as Lorenz Hart, one half of the legendary Broadway songwriting team Rodgers and Hart. The film focuses on Hart’s struggles when his longtime partner, Richard Rodgers (played by Andrew Scott), finds success with a new collaborator on the hit musical Oklahoma!, and unfolds on the night of its premiere. It’s a smart, funny, and emotionally resonant film—a fantastic addition to Netflix and a standout movie of 2025. ➽ Watch it now on Netflix.

Colossal

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=beuUiUCFIkc

Year: 2016
Runtime: 1h 48m
Director: Nacho Vigalondo

Anne Hathaway delivers a captivating performance in this unique and imaginative dramedy now streaming on Netflix. The film cleverly combines the intensity of an addiction story with the spectacle of a monster movie. It follows Hathaway’s character as she discovers a surprising connection – she seems to be controlling a giant monster from across the globe! While not flawless, it’s a truly one-of-a-kind viewing experience. ➽ Watch it on Netflix

Desperado

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=j1Fda82oxcc

Year: 1995
Runtime: 1h 44m
Director: Robert Rodriguez

Following the success of his low-budget film El Mariachi, Robert Rodriguez created this 1995 action movie with a larger budget. It stars Antonio Banderas as a musician seeking revenge on the drug lord who killed his girlfriend. The film also helped launch Salma Hayek’s career. ➽ Watch it on Netflix

Field of Dreams

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=Le-J-9IPlT4

Year: 1989
Runtime: 1h 45m
Director: Phil Alden Robinson

The classic baseball film, Field of Dreams, is at its heart a touching story about the relationship between fathers and sons. Directed by Phil Alden Robinson, it stars Kevin Costner as an ordinary Iowa farmer who is compelled by a mysterious voice to create a baseball field in his cornfield. The movie beautifully blends themes of redemption, American history, and a deep appreciation for baseball. It’s considered one of the greatest baseball movies ever made. ➽ Stream on Netflix

The Green Knight

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=sS6ksY8xWCY

Year: 2021
Runtime: 2h 9m
Director: David Lowery

This film is a visually stunning take on the classic Arthurian tale, based on a 14th-century poem. Directed by David Lowery, it stars Dev Patel as Gawain, who embarks on a quest to confront the Green Knight. It’s more than just a typical medieval adventure; it’s a beautifully strange and original film that rethinks fantasy storytelling and feels remarkably modern. ➽ Watch it on Netflix.

Jay Kelly

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=I8GbcVkqZwQ

Year: 2025
Runtime: 2h 13m
Director: Noah Baumbach

In this film, George Clooney plays a celebrated actor facing a personal crisis after reconnecting with an old friend (Billy Crudup). He travels to Italy to accept a lifetime achievement award, accompanied by his team, including his manager (Adam Sandler). The movie is both heartfelt and humorous, exploring themes of work, family, and Clooney’s own life and career, with a standout performance from Sandler. ➽ Watch it on Netflix.

The LEGO Movie

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=fZ_JOBCLF-I

Year: 2014
Runtime: 1h 40m
Directors: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller

Today’s trend of movies that playfully acknowledge they are movies – a trend perhaps best exemplified by Greta Gerwig’s Barbie – started with this imaginative family film. It took the simple idea of LEGO bricks and turned it into something truly special. Chris Pratt plays an everyday LEGO figure who embarks on an amazing adventure, a story ultimately about the power of creativity and the fun of building with LEGOs. Interestingly, Will Ferrell has a connection to both the LEGO Movie series and Barbie. ➽ Watch it on Netflix.

Misery

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=9HU-RfV7QA0

Year: 1990
Runtime: 1h 47m
Director: Rob Reiner

Following the tragic death of director Rob Reiner and his wife, many fans revisited his work, and Misery remains a standout. Kathy Bates delivers a truly unforgettable performance as Annie Wilkes, a devoted fan of author Paul Sheldon (James Caan). After a car accident leaves Sheldon injured near her home, Wilkes takes him captive, and a terrifying story unfolds. Bates rightfully won an Oscar for her role in this film, which continues to be highly regarded. ➽ Watch on Netflix

Sicario

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=G8tlEcnrGnU

Year: 2015
Runtime: 2h 1m
Director: Denis Villeneuve

Denis Villeneuve, now a world-renowned director thanks to hits like Blade Runner 2049 and Dune, first gained widespread recognition with this 2015 thriller. The film follows an FBI agent (Emily Blunt) as she becomes entangled in a conflict between the U.S. government and Mexican drug cartels. Benicio Del Toro delivers a standout performance. ➽ Watch it on Netflix.

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