Feel-good doesn't mean shallow. The best films in this category take their characters seriously — they just leave you in a better mood than they found you.
Classics that always work
- Forrest Gump
- Amélie
- About Time
- Little Miss Sunshine
Modern picks
- Paddington 2
- CODA
- The Holdovers
- Past Lives
Pick the right one for tonight
Even within feel-good there's range: quiet and reflective, warm and funny, or just plain cozy. Answer four questions in Quick Pick and we'll choose a title that actually fits.