Mother's Day is here. And what better way to celebrate how important mum is to you than spending some quality time together and watching a film that celebrates the amazing bond we have with these superstars.
We rounded up some movies for you to watch together (or virtually!)
This throwback film features a young Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis as a mother-daughter duo who just don't see eye to eye until they swap bodies in a weird twist of fate. Watch as they navigate each other's lives, loves, plenty of comedic hi-jinks, and let's face it, early 2000's fashion which just adds to the fun! Perfect for Mother's Day, if you and mum want a good laugh!
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay, Disney+hotstar
Disney Pixar's Brave, Kelly MacDonald and Emma Thompson lend their voices to this mother-daughter pair, Merida and Queen Elinor, as they get caught up in a spin of magic. When her mother gets transformed into a bear, Merida and her mum struggle to overcome their differences and find a solution in this touching tale brought to life by gorgeous animation.
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay, Disney+hotstar
For all Abba fans out there this light-hearted musical brings plenty of heart with characters oozing with charm thanks to brilliant performances by Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried. Watch the drama, romance, chaos, and fun ensue to the tune of Abba's catchy musical numbers as Amanda Seyfried's Sophie tries to figure out which of her mum's old flames is her real dad and finds out a whole lot about her mum too, in the process. This is a great Mother's Day watch!
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay
It's never easy being a teenager. And LadyBird portrays this complex time of our life and the mother-daughter relationship with plenty of nuance, heart and sensitivity. Sometimes, the people we love are also the ones we find it most hard to get along with as we confront both our own and their identities and expectations. Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf's performances are worth watching out for.
Watch on: Netflix
Watch Dev Patel and Nicole Kidman act in this moving adapted-from-real-life story of a man in search of his biological family. With a beautiful real-to-reel life story and a wonderfully supportive relationship between mother and son, this movie brings home the message that family is more than just about blood ties. A great choice to celebrate the power of a mother's love this Mother's Day.
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay, Netflix
With an all-star cast featuring actors like Susan Sarandon, Sharon Stone, Courtney Cox, Ashanti and Selma Blair, this indie drama explores the relationship between several mother-daughter pairings and the love that shines through in all these relationships even through the tough times.
Watch on: Netflix
Greta Gerwig's adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic novel Little Women is beautifully nuanced and equally brilliantly acted. This coming-of-age story weaves together love, family, friendship and romance into a wonderfully cohesive whole. Marmee couldn't be more proud of how her daughters grew up, and you'll want to be along for the ride!
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay
Being a mom is tough. And this comedy featuring names you are sure to recognise: Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn, Jay Hernandez, Annie Mumolo, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Christina Applegate is laugh-out-loud funny. Watch what happens when the stress hits ultimate levels and these moms decide to let loose! This one's on the raunchier side, so be warned!
Watch Sandra Bullock in her Oscar-winning role as Leigh Anne Tuohy, a suburban mom who fosters young teen Michael Oher with her brand of tough love. The movie explores their complicated relationship and also follows Oher's path as he rises to fame in American football as an NFL player and star.
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay
Who can ever forget Julie Andrews in possibly her most famous role to date as Maria, a woman who decides to leave the convent behind in search of a job. As governess to seven unruly children of varying age groups, she finds a new role as friend, sister and mother to these kids in the backdrop of the World War. Watch for the beautiful musical score, plenty of humour and heart and romance between Maria and the Captain!
Watch on: YouTube, GooglePlay
You can find more streaming recommendations here.