Wondering whether to pass the time with a good movie or with beloved music? Well, why not combine the two? The world of cinema has produced many excellent musical films, some of which have become beloved classics and even won Oscars. Many people looking for good musicals usually turn to well-known and beloved films like "The Sound of Music" and "Grease," but there are many other options worth giving a chance. Today we will present to you wonderful musical films that are recommended to watch whenever you want, especially during the coronavirus crisis when many of us are looking for things to do at home. So darken the room, wear comfortable clothes, and start dancing and singing along with 10 excellent musical films from all times, that you must see right now!
Although this wonderful film was released in 2007, its roots lie in a Tony Award-winning musical from 2002, and a 1988 film of the same name. Its plot takes you straight back to 1962, making this musical perfect for fans of 60s songs. At the center of the story is Tracy Turnblad, an overweight girl who gets accepted into a dance show broadcast on a TV channel promoting a hair spray called "Hairspray." Despite Tracy's success, she and her friends must learn to deal with a variety of obstacles, such as segregation between blacks and whites and discrimination against overweight people. This successful film is packed with stars like Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, and John Travolta, who charmingly plays Tracy's mother. Watch this movie, which will feel like the sweetest candy you've ever tasted!
If you're a fan of ABBA and classic pop, this film is perfect for you! Released in 2008, it is based on a West End musical that includes the greatest hits of the beloved Swedish band. At the center of the plot is Sophie, a young woman who hopes to discover the identity of her father a few days before her wedding, while also dealing with various doubts about her partner. Will she find her father, and will the wedding happen? This wonderful film was produced, among others, by the beloved Tom Hanks, and among its excellent cast are Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, and Colin Firth. As mentioned, the plot is interwoven with numerous ABBA songs, like "Dancing Queen" and, of course, "Mamma Mia." If you enjoyed the storyline, you might also want to watch the sequel released in 2018.
Many remember Julie Andrews from "The Sound of Music," but few know that her first role was in "Mary Poppins," released in 1964 by Walt Disney and for which she won the Oscar for Best Actress. The film is based on a book of the same name released 30 years earlier by P.L. Travers, and it tells the story of the Banks family living in London in 1910. The family’s parents, serious and busy individuals, are looking for a nanny for their children, and after many attempts, they decide to hire Mary Poppins, a colorful and unique character who doesn't quite meet their strict requirements. The new nanny brings much magic, sensitivity, and love to the home, but her personality clashes with that of the father. Will they manage to bridge the gap, and will the family unite thanks to her? Discover it in this wonderful family movie, with a delightful soundtrack that includes hits like "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious."
If you're a fan of disco and miss the colorful and lively 70s, this successful film starring John Travolta is just for you! The plot centers on young Tony, who spends his weekends at a disco in Brooklyn with his friends, where he forgets about his job, neighborhood tensions, and the busy routine. The movie’s wonderful soundtrack became one of the best-selling albums of all time, thanks to numerous Bee Gees hits featured in it, such as "Staying Alive," "You Should Be Dancing," and "How Deep Is Your Love." "Saturday Night Fever" won numerous awards and is considered by many as the best movie released in 1977, and it’s the one that turned John Travolta into a popular actor. You're invited to watch the movie and dance along, and then continue with the 1983 sequel, "Staying Alive."
Many of you have probably heard of this famous 1972 film, directed by Bob Fosse and based on a 1966 musical and a novella titled "Goodbye to Berlin." The plot takes place in the Weimar Republic in 1931, just before the Nazis rise to power, and it follows the relationship between two men and Sally, a nightclub singer played by Liza Minnelli. This classic won 8 Oscars and was crowned in 2006 as the fifth-best musical in American film history. If you haven't watched this wonderful film that many know by name – now is the time!
If you're looking for a musical film that's a little strange and different from the usual, you should watch "Little Shop Of Horrors" from 1986, based on a successful Broadway musical and a low-budget 1960 film. The plot takes place in a poor American neighborhood in the 1950s, focusing on a flower shop about to close due to financial difficulties. One of its employees, a young and clumsy orphan named Seymour, tries to save it by bringing in a mysterious new plant with an insatiable appetite for human blood. Seymour tries to satisfy the plant's hunger, but eventually realizes he must fight the strange creature he brought into the store. Who will win, the plant or Seymour? Find out in this bizarre and wonderful film, directed by Frank Oz, and starring Rick Moranis and the great Steve Martin.
This wonderful 2006 musical film is packed with stars that the younger generation surely knows, like Beyoncé, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, and Jennifer Hudson, who won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role. It is based on a Broadway musical, and it tells the story of a trio of soul singers called "The Dreams," who soar to the top of the charts in the 1960s, and their journey through the music industry. Some say the plot is based on the story of The Supremes and their relationship with the Motown record label. You're invited to watch a wonderful movie that shows a different side of the music industry, and we wouldn't be surprised if your grown-up children are happy to join you for the screening...
A wonderful classic you must watch – if you haven’t already – is this 1952 film, directed by Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly, who also stars in it. Kelly plays Don Lockwood, a silent film star acting alongside Lina, a silent movie actress with a grating voice, during the transition to "talking pictures." How will Don help the actress navigate the changes in the film industry, and will his plan work? The movie’s soundtrack includes updated versions of songs from older films, including the well-known "Singin' In The Rain." The film was not particularly successful at the time of its release but received positive reviews and was chosen in 2006 as the best musical film in history – and that's a great reason to watch it!
Perhaps the least known film on the list, it is actually one of those we recommend the most because it is truly surprising and delightful! This musical comedy-drama was written and directed by the great Tom Hanks, and was released in 1996, starring him alongside Liv Tyler, Charlize Theron, and other actors. The film takes place in the summer of 1964, shortly after the Beatles’ breakthrough in the United States, and follows the touring journey of a local rock band, primarily focusing on its rapid rise to fame. Will their success last? Watch this wonderful movie, with a fantastic theme song that won an Oscar and a Golden Globe – and anyone who grew up in the 90s will likely recognize it quickly and smile...
One of the musical films we most recommend was released in 2002, winning 6 Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It was directed by Rob Marshall and is based on a musical by John Kander and Fred Ebb from 1975. As its name suggests, it is set in Chicago in 1924, with a focus on Velma, a local club star, and Roxie, who is trying to become famous. Each of them is accused of a different murder, and both try to win over the public and the legal system in their own way. The film’s star-studded cast includes Catherine Zeta-Jones, who also won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, Renée Zellweger, and Richard Gere. If we haven't convinced you yet, the movie's soundtrack will certainly do so, thanks to numerous hits it produced, the most famous of which is the one that opens the film – "All That Jazz."
