5 Feel-Good Films To Jumpstart The Spring Season!

So long Winter and hello Spring! As the days grow warmer and the world comes alive with birdsong and blooming flowers, there’s no better time to embrace the season of renewal, love, and adventure. Whether you're soaking up the sunshine or curling up on a rainy afternoon, a great movie can perfectly capture the magic of Spring. From heartfelt journeys to lighthearted laughs, here are 5 must-watch films to welcome the season in style!

1. The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)

From the producers of Little Miss Sunshine comes The Peanut Butter Falcon, an absolute gem of a film brimming with heart, soul, and the spirit of friendship. When a young autistic man (Zack Gottsagen) breaks out of the retirement home where he’s spent most of his life, he begins a harrowing journey to fulfill his dream of becoming a professional wrestler. Accompanied by runaway Tyler (Shia LaBeouf), the two form a bond of brotherhood as they set off on an adventure to reach the famed Salt Water Redneck’s Wrestling School in North Carolina. Hounded by the ghosts of their pasts, the two young men on the lam will have to keep their heads low if they want to start the new lives of their dreams. (Stream on Netflix)
 

2. Peter Rabbit (2018)

Peter Rabbit is a furry bundle of fun for the whole family. Based on the adored character created by Beatrix Potter, the film follows Peter and his 3 siblings as they plot the downfall of the gardener next door. But when fate brings the quirky young nephew (Domhnall Gleeson) of old McGregor to take over the plot, the 4 mischievous rabbits may have bitten off more than they can chew. With comedian James Corden starring as Peter, this fast-paced film doesn’t skip a beat and is loaded with laughs and shenanigans around every corner. A redemptive story about family, forgiveness, and love, Peter Rabbit is a delightful Springtime movie that anyone can enjoy. (Stream on Netflix)

3. La La Land (2016)

Love is in the air as Spring comes into full swing, and La La Land magically encapsulates that wonderful feeling in vivid music and color. When a young jazz musician and aspiring actress’s worlds collide, song, dance, and romance fill the silver screen. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are electric as star-crossed lovers reaching for the moon. While musicals can be hit and miss, La La Land shines as testament to the power of song and dance to tell an unforgettable story and capture the magic and excitement of love. Just be sure to bring tissues for this one! (Available on VOD/Digital)

4. The Secret Garden (1993)

A timeless classic with endearing charm, The Secret Garden is one to warm the heart. Orphan Mary Lennox is sent to live with her estranged uncle in a lonely mansion where her sickly cousin is tended to day and night by the strictest of caregivers. After discovering her aunt’s secret garden, Mary is eager to fill it with new life and transform it into a place of magic and healing for all who enter. A touching tale of childish wonder, this film personifies the healing process and restores broken hearts and bodies through the marvelous growth of Spring. (Stream on Prime Video)

5. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)

No Springtime list would be complete without Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The embodiment of carpe diem and the youthful love of life, Ferris (Matthew Broderick) and his friends abandon all responsibility to spend one day truly living in the moment. While we all have obligations and duties to attend to, Ferris is here to remind us that life is short, and it’s never too late to stop and smell the roses. A hilarious depiction of unbridled youth and young love, it’s a classic comedy and a powerful reminder to make the time to love, laugh, and play. (Stream on Paramount+ and Pluto TV)