10 Essential A24 Films You Should Watch ASAP!

Independent production company A24 has made headlines recently in the wake of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike for its willingness to sign interim agreements, therefore committing to follow the deal strikers are currently demanding for better working conditions. This move is significant in the ongoing strikes in that it demonstrates that, contrary to the claims of studio executives, the unions' demands are, in fact, perfectly realistic and attainable.

Here are 10 movies headed by A24 to add to your watchlist and support a union-friendly company! 

1. Talk To Me (2022, written by Danny Philippou, Bill Hinzman, & Daley Pearson)

For an A24 film you can experience in theaters after you read this article, go check out Talk To Me! This horror flick starring Australian actress Sophie Wilde is centered around a group of teens who find themselves in a world of trouble after realizing they can contact spirits with the power of an embalmed hand. Now in theaters.

2. The Florida Project (2017, written by Sean Baker and Chris Bergoch)

If you’re in the mood for a nostalgic watch that’ll tug on your heart strings, turn on The Florida Project. This childhood-centered film follows the journey of Moonee, a 6-year-old living with her mom in a motel just down the street from Walt Disney World. Director Sean Baker illustrates through the film just how children maintain their innocence even in tough situations, and young actress Brooklynn Prince delivers a performance that’s powerful beyond her years. Stream on Showtime.

3. Moonlight (2016, written by Barry Jenkins and Tarell Alvin McCraney)

If you remember the 2017 Oscars incident in which LaLa Land was accidentally announced as Best Picture when the true winner was Moonlight, then why not check out the film at the center of the hullabaloo? This coming-of-age drama follows a man throughout three stages of his life as he struggles to come to terms with his sexuality and the circumstances of his upbringing. Stream on Max.

4. Lady Bird (2017, written by Greta Gerwig)

Left your second viewing of Barbie wanting more Greta Gerwig? Then Lady Bird belongs at the top of your watchlist! The flick follows teen girl Chrisitine, who nicknames herself Lady Bird, throughout her senior year of high school as she navigates her changing relationship with her mom, boys, and more. Stream on Showtime.

5. Swiss Army Man (2016, written by "The Daniels" Daniel Sheinert & Daniel Kwan)

If you grew up obsessing over Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter series, start exploring his range as an actor by turning on Swiss Army Man. This surrealist comedy from the duo who brought you the Oscar-winning Everything Everywhere All At Once tells the story of a man stranded on an island who finds a corpse and uses it as his one way ticket off the island. The corpse, played by Daniel Radcliffe, goes from being used as a liftboat to becoming a more sentient creature as his “owner” Hank tries to teach him about the world he left behind when he died. Stream on Max.

6. Room (2015, written by Emma Donoghue)

Brie Larson fans will want to add this dramatic book adaptation to their watch list immediately! Room tells the story of mom Joy Newsome and her little boy, Jack, who have been held captive in a shed by Jack’s father for the past 7 years. Joy does everything she can to protect her son’s innocence in spite of their situation, including by telling him that the outside world only exists on TV. Three years before Captain Marvel, this film earned Larson an Oscar for Best Actress. Stream on Max.

7. The Farewell (2019, written by LuLu Wang)

For a comedy-drama film centered around family, turn on The Farewell. This film tells the story of a Chinese-American family who, upon discovering their grandma Nai Nai is sick with only a short amount of time left to live, decides as a group to not inform her of her terminal diagnosis. Rent on Prime Video, YouTube, and Apple TV.

8. The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021, written by William Shakespeare; adapted by Joel Coen)

Both theatre nerds and casual film watchers will enjoy this thriller film adaptation of the William Shakespeare play Macbeth! You should know before you watch the flick starring Denzel Washington that it’s entirely in black and white, but you’ll quickly realize that it matches the tone of the story being unfolded to a tee. Stream on Apple TV+.

9. Eighth Grade (2018, written by Bo Burnham)

Comedian Bo Burnham might not be the first name that comes to your mind when you think about who could craft a perfect coming-of-age film about middle school. But with Eighth Grade, he hits it out of the park. The film follows shy teen girl Kayla, who is voted as Most Quiet by her peers, as she navigates her final week as an eighth grader before moving on to high school. Stream on Max.

10. The Green Knight (2021, written by The Gawain Poet; adapted by David Lowery)

If you’re looking forward to the upcoming A24 flick Mother Mary directed by David Lowery, then check out his film The Green Knight. This medieval fantasy epic is adapted from a 14th century poem, and takes viewers alongside Knight of the Roundtable Gawain as he sets off to to face the mysterious and elusive Green Knight. Rent on Prime Video, YouTube, and Apple TV.