Looking for the perfect way to celebrate the Fourth of July? What better way to honor the USA than by watching some inspiring and patriotic movies! Grab your snacks, settle in, and get ready for a dose of red, white, and blue with these star-studded films.
Here are a few suggestions to get your movie marathon started:
1776: This classic musical brings the story of the Declaration of Independence to life. The film stars William Daniels as the “obnoxious and disliked” John Adams, Howard Da Silva as Benjamin Franklin, and Ken Howard as Thomas Jefferson. You can currently stream it on Fox Nation or rent it on Apple TV.
The Patriot: Set during the Revolutionary War, this action-packed film follows a reluctant hero who must fight for his family and freedom. It stars Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, and Joely Richardson. The movie is available to stream on Paramount+ or for rent on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
Yankee Doodle Dandy: Sing along with the legendary James Cagney in his Oscar-winning role as the iconic composer George M. Cohan. This energetic biopic also features Joan Leslie and Walter Huston. It is available to rent or buy on various platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington: An idealistic man is appointed to the U.S. Senate and fights against corruption in this inspiring classic. The film stars the incredible James Stewart, Jean Arthur, and Claude Rains. You can watch it for free on Tubi or rent it on Prime Video.
Apollo 13: “Houston, we have a problem.” This thrilling movie highlights American ingenuity and resilience during a critical moment in space exploration. It features an all-star cast including Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris. It is available on multiple streaming services, including fuboTV and Philo, and for rent on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
Hidden Figures: This powerful film tells the true and inspiring story of the brilliant African-American women who were critical to NASA’s early space missions. The movie stars Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monáe. You can stream this incredible story on Prime Video.
This is just a small selection, of course! There are many other fantastic films that celebrate American values and history. We hope you have a wonderful and safe Fourth of July!