There’s nothing better than curling up on the couch after a long day with a cozy blanket and a great flick. Yet, after an extended stay-at-home order, it seems like anything you find on Netflix has already been viewed a few hundred times (we’re not judging). If you’re looking for something new, consider checking out some of the UK movies on the platform. Netflix brings the quality of the theatre to the comfort of your home. Viewers can watch UK movies for free, with thousands of options available at your fingertips. To help get you started, here are a few must-see flicks made in the UK:
Pride and Prejudice (2005)
As an adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel, this movie follows Elizabeth Bennet on her journey to adulthood. Elizabeth lives with her father, mother, and sisters in the English countryside, facing mounting pressure to marry. Unfortunately, meeting the upper-class and incredibly handsome Mr. Darcy, the sparks begin to fly. It seems that despite the incredible sparks between the two, Mr. Darcy’s reserved and apprehensive nature threatens the very foundation of their relationship.
Calibre (2018)
Matt Palmer directed this 2018 thriller film. After Marcus takes his boarding-school friend Vaughn on a weekend hunting trip, they come across a local community leader. Marcus leaves with Kara, a beautiful woman he was warned to stay away from. Unfortunately, a series of unfortunate and terrifying events fill their weekend instead of the typical hunting plans they anticipated. The only hope in surviving is to swallow the paranoia that seems to be eating them alive and continue to act normal – when it’s quite the opposite reality.
The Queen (2006)
Produced in 2006, the Queen follows the British Royal Family in response to Diana. This biographical drama depicts the lives of the family shortly after the death of Diana. Initially, Diana’s death was treated as a private affair, with the Royals not treating her passing as a royal death. Matters further complicate the matter as official status, republicanism, and royal protocol are called into question by the press. This must-see movie is the perfect biography and drama for all fans of the Royal Family.
The Girl with All the Gifts (2016)
While this film was greatly overlooked, this unusual, post-apocalyptic film brings intense, manipulative, and jaw-dropping action to viewers. It’s a psychological thriller that works better the less the audience knows of the plot. Melanie isn’t quite what she seems; she’s locked away in a strict military facility, with others her age, despite her innocent appearance. This movie is packed full of twists, turns, and a psychological influence that leaves audiences questioning where their loyalty is and where it ought to be.
Legend (2015)
Tom Hardy plays the incredible role of two real-life gangsters terrorizing London during the 1960s. Reggie, one identical twin, is a smooth-talking, handsome swindler. He’s the face of their enterprise, which sees them controlling gambling rings and nightclubs within the city. On the other hand, his identical brother Ron is a paranoid schizophrenic with a wild, violent streak. Ultimately, it’s Ron’s dark and twisted path that leads the pair down a dark road.
Una (2016)
In this romantic drama, a power balance between a young girl and a grown man begins to unfold. Ray is a former predator who serves time for a prior romance with a pre-teen girl, Una. An aged-up Una decides to track down Ray, who’s just starting his new life post-prison. The intention for the interaction? To understand how their prior romantic actually happened and how the partnership has changed her view of herself. It’s a dramatic movie that highlights the difficulties sexual abuse survivors face when dealing with their trauma.
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