What Movie Should I Watch Tonight? Start with Your Mood

Choose this when everyone wants something clever, funny and easy to get into.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want a crowd-pleaser · Mystery.

Choose this for a funny, romantic film with a science-fiction hook and no slow start.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want something light · Rom-com.

Choose this when you want a serious, gripping thriller and do not mind a dark evening.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want to be gripped · Dark.

Choose this when the day has been awful and you want sincere warmth without blandness.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I need comfort · Family.

Choose this when you want visual storytelling, practical action and almost no downtime.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want adrenaline · Action.

Choose this for thoughtful science fiction that leaves you emotional rather than exhausted.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want big ideas · Science fiction.

Choose this for a stylish, nasty and very funny evening with a dark edge.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want something wicked · Satire.

Choose this for music, first love and the pleasure of watching people make something together.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want to feel good · Music.

Choose this when you want a modern scare with a strong lead and relentless tension.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want to be scared · Thriller.

Choose this when you want a quiet, beautiful drama and conversation afterwards.

This belongs on your list when the brief is: I want something moving · Drama.