“You're Practically Walking On Air After You See It” – 30 Comforting Films That Will Never Fail To Lighten Our Mood

“I feel Mean Girls definitely deserves a place on this list.”

—dsw62

“When I’m feeling a bit down, there’s nothing that will bring me more comfort than curling up on the sofa and watching Shrek. It’s like being wrapped in a big warm blanket and being taken to a far away land.”

–casualgem30

“I don’t like rom-coms, but this film is just brilliant. The character development and Jack Nicholson’s performance is amazing. The ending fills me with so many warm fuzzies that I usually cry.”

—catiefenner

“It’s such a fucking delight and every woman in my family loves it. If I ever somehow won the lottery, but I was not allowed anything useful (frivolous purchases only), I would rent out a private island, hire actors, and recreate Mamma Mia!.”

—monikap6

“It will always be a go-to comfort movie for me. Cheesy, predictable, and musical – it’s perfect.”

—livrose394

“It’s a perfect feel-good movie. You’re practically walking on air after you see it.”

—bravesgirl21

“It’s one of my favourites. Yes, it’s very cheesy, but also very cute.”

—jarichert09

“Particularly the first one! I saw it when it first came out and I’ve been obsessed ever since. Whenever I’m having feelings, I put it on and I’m quoting along right from ‘This is Berk.’ It never fails to make me feel better.”

—hafsas4ce19d568

“Robin Williams and Nathan Lane were so much fun together!”

—raypearson69

“It’s physically impossible to get through that movie without having fits of uncontrollable laughter. Robin Williams and Nathan Lane play off of each other beautifully. Always makes me feel better.”

—sue_d_nym

“It’s my go-to movie when I just need some joy in my life.”

—emaewest

“For fellow sci-fi fans, it’s hilarious and full of fun references to other sci-fi movies.”

—sue_d_nym

“It’s complete switch-your-brain-off fun and I’m never bored watching it.”

—sushigal007

“It breaks you, but the final scenes with Coop and Murph, as well as the shots of Dr. Brand, never fail to warm me up.”

—honestiago

“It was my stay home movie when I was little, and I still love it.”

—makingbelieve13

“It never fails to bring me comfort.”

—zeema95

“During particularly rough times in my life, I’d sometimes even finish the movie and then start it again. The grandfather, Chessy, and Martin, especially, always make me smile.”

—haiarh

“It’s so underrated. I could watch it over and over again.”

—acinorevyenwod

“During an especially tough period nine to 10 years ago, I had it alongside, Mamma Mia!, and Rock of Ages on a constant loop. I guess musical rom-coms bring me peace!”

—sogo13

“Everything about it makes me stupidly smile – the music, the action, the love story… And it has so many great actors!”

—mariep452f709e5

“I know a lot of people find this movie to be bad, but I love it!”

—mariep452f709e5

“It’s my go-to for a rainy day or when I just don’t feel good. It always cheers me up.”

—a43920c533

“It’s my ultimate comfort movie! My mom took me to see it when I was 12. I don’t know how many times I’ve seen it, but definitely a shit ton.”

—dodemeister1

“Whenever I’m feeling down, I put on my copy of Rat Race and it instantly lifts my spirits with all its wild antics.”

—ericcohen

“The BBC Version with Colin Firth – it’s a long-time go-to for me.”

—juliaw1

“I would like to add Back to the Future to the list, it HAS to be here.”

—lobkev

“I’ve watched it more times than I can count and it never gets old for me. If I’m feeling down, I’ll pop it on and curl up with a duvet and just escape. I love it.”

—beldeine