45+ Great Shows and Movies to Watch With Dad on Father's Day (Or Anytime!)

Whether your dad loves documentaries, dramas, or really good standup, you'll find the perfect thing for a little binging and bonding time with your dad this Father's Day, or really any day, because we don't need an excuse to hang out with our dads!

(And hey, even if you've already planned a great Father's Day gift or some exciting Father's Day activities—streaming a great movie is the perfect way to wind down his big day.)

Movies to Watch With Your Dad
Mike Birbiglia: The New One
Comedian Mike Birbiglia shares his insights on new parenthood as part of this totally relatable comedy special that's perfect for Father's Day viewing.

Where to watch: Netflix


The Gentlemen
A whip smart, face paced Guy Ritchie flick, this movie is perfect for dad's who are always looking for a new witty one-liner. And, with a spinoff tv show now, the two of you can spend all night cracking jokes together as you take a wild ride through London.


Empire Strikes Back
The Star Wars saga is the top movie series that dads want to share with their kiddos—and the 1980 classic sequel from the original trilogy has an extra dose of father-son drama to enjoy.

Where to watch: Disney+, Hulu


Dune
For the sci-fi-loving dad, a watch (or rewatch) of this epic movie (featuring the sacrifice-it-all father Duke Leto Atreides) will be a perfect way to spend Father's Day—and a great way to gear up for the release of the sequel in November.

Where to watch: Max


Fatherhood
Kevin Hart stars in this heartfelt dramedy about a single dad trying to raise his daughter after the death of his wife—perfect for a dad doing it all on his own (or just a dad who loves a movie with all the feels).

Where to watch: Netflix


Dumb Money
Stock market dads who can't tear their eyes away from the Economist might make an exception for Dumb Money, a comedy/drama based on the true story of how one man turned GameStop into one of the hottest companies on Wall Street.

Where to watch: Netflix


The Shining
Horror fan dads will love a chance to catch this Stephen King classic—and even the most flawed dad looks pretty damned great compared to the homicidal Jack Torrance.

Where to watch: Max


The Adam Project
At the heart of this clever time-travel movie is a father-son bonding story, as Ryan Reynolds plays Adam, a fighter pilot who heads back to 2022 to try to save the future (and his relationship with his dad—played by Mark Ruffalo).

Where to watch: Netflix


The Incredibles
For the dad who loves superhero stories (or is a superhero in your book), this Pixar classic dad movie featuring a family of epically gifted folks will be an all-ages delight. (And the sequel's pretty darned great too!)

Where to watch: Disney+


Over the Moon
In this lovely (and family-friendly) father-daughter story, a young girl builds a rocket to the moon after the loss of her mother.

Where to watch: Netflix
Mulan
The gorgeous live-action tale of this Chinese mythical heroine who dresses as a man and fights in her father's place is perfect for a dad who loves epic battles and swordplay. (And the equally charming 1990s animated version is a great choice if young kids will be watching these dad movies too.)

Where to watch: Disney+


National Lampoon's Vacation
Clark Griswold is the ultimate comedic dad—and if you've ever taken a road trip with your family in a station wagon, you'll probably find lots to love (and plenty to reminisce about) if you check out this classic.

Where to watch: $3.99 on Amazon Prime


Operation Mincemeat
If your dad can't get enough of WWII history (or spy stories), treat him to this based-on-a-true-story tale of British intelligence espionage in an attempt to fool Hitler, featuring Colin Firth.

Where to watch: Netflix


Honey I Shrunk the Kids
This kid-friendly comedy classic features Rick Moranis as a bumbling inventor father who accidentally shrinks his kiddos to ant size—and has to try to rescue them before it's too late.

Where to watch: Disney+


Father of the Bride
You have three awesome variations on the same theme—dad feeling a little out of sorts about helping plan his daughter's wedding—if you're looking for a perfect movie to watch with your dad on Father's Day. You can opt for the Spencer Tracy/Elizabeth Taylor version if you're dad's particularly old-school, the 1990s Steve Martin remake (featuring a very young Kieran Culkin as the little brother who helps valet cars), or the 2022 Andy Garcia/Gloria Estefan update.

Where to watch: Disney+


My Octopus Teacher
This engrossing documentary, which scored the Best Documentary Oscar, follows the filmmaker's relationship with an octopus he discovers while snorkeling in a kelp forest—and how it impacted his relationship with his own son.

Where to watch: Netflix


Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Superstars Sean Connery and Harrison Ford make a delightfully bickering father-son duo in this installment of the Indiana Jones series. It's definitely worth a rewatch on Father's Day with a new edition to the series—Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny—set to premiere just a few weeks later.

Where to watch: Disney +


The Comeback Kid
Comedian John Mulaney's father regularly features in his comedy routines—and odds are you (or your dad) will relate to his hilarious stories about his interactions with his dad. The Comeback Kid, in particular, features some amazing dad-related stories, including his dad's stone-cold vacation behavior that will definitely be relatable for a lot of fathers out there.

Where to watch: Netflix
Hamilton the Musical
If you're looking for movies to watch with Dad, this excellent film of the beloved Broadway musical shouldn't be missed. It not only features plenty of the Founding Fathers (perfect for the history buff dad), but poignant plot lines related to parenthood that'll resound with every dad in the audience.

Where to watch: Disney+


World's Greatest Dad
The late, great Robin Williams stars in this dark dad movie comedy about a father who rewrites (literally) the circumstances of his son's death—and the fallout that comes from his lies.

Where to watch: Peacock


Mr. Mom
It may seem like this 1980s comedy—featuring Teri Garr and Michael Keaton as a married pair who switch off caring for their kids when he's laid off and she lands a gig at an advertising agency—would be dated, but the trials of maintaining work-life balance and keeping young kids thriving still ring true 40 years later. It's the perfect thing to watch with your favorite stay-at-home dad—or a movie to rewatch with your own dad if you guys enjoyed it way back when.

Where to watch: AMC+


The Trial of the Chicago Seven
If your dad's a history buff, this dramatic take on the 1969 trial of anti-Vietnam War protestors at the Chicago Democratic National Convention will be right up his alley—but this much-nominated drama with an all-star cast will also appeal to dads who love a little drama.

Where to watch: Netflix


Airplane!
This screwball 1980 comedy has launched a thousand catchphrases ("Stop calling me Shirley") and a slew of knockoffs—but you and your dad will definitely enjoy rewatching it for Father's Day.

Where to watch: MGM+


Mitchells vs. the Machines
This clever animated movie about the world's weirdest family taking on an uprising of electronics works beautifully for an all-ages Father's Day movie fest—or if you just consider your family particularly offbeat.

Where to watch: Netflix


Big Daddy
Adam Sandler plays a jerky guy who adopts a kid just to wow his girlfriend–and growth and maturing ensue.

Where to watch: Netflix


Finding Nemo
Dad Marlon crosses the entire ocean (encountering oodles of dangers) in search of his son Nemo in this perfect tale of how much dads will sacrifice for their kids (and how we all have to let go and watch our kids thrive eventually).

Where to watch: Disney+


Red
A comedic gold mine featuring Bruce Willis as a lonely retired CIA operative who becomes smitten with a pension call center employee played by Mary-Louise Parker. This movie has just enough action, gun battles, comedy, and heartwarming romance to be enjoyed by all.

Where to watch: Peacock


Daddy Day Care
Chalk this one up as another one of those "dads trying (and sometimes failing hilariously) at taking care of kids, as Eddie Murphy, Jeff Garlin and Steve Zahn attempt to start and run their own raucous home day care center.

Where to watch: Netflix


Beauty and the Beast
Belle's attempts to help her father are what lands her in the Beast's castle—and eventually, to fall in love with her captor. It's the perfect thing to watch with your dad if little princess-loving fans are around—whether you opt for the 1990s animated version, the live-action version featuring Emma Watson, or the 30th anniversary concert.

Where to watch: Disney+


Monty Python and the Holy Grail
This comedy classic from one of the world's most legendary comedy troupes offers a completely hilarious look at the Quest for the Holy Grail. It's the perfect film for a silly evening together.

Where to watch: YouTube TV


Big Fish
This charming tale of a son trying to reconcile with his larger-than-life, tall-tale-telling father is definitely worthy of a Father's Day movie marathon, with its Tim Burton-esque polish and stars galore in the cast (including Jessica Lange, Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, and Helena Bonham Carter).

Where to watch: $3.59 on Amazon Prime


Dick Johnson Is Dead
In this funny and poignant documentary, which won the U.S. documentary award at Sundance, filmmaker Kirsten Johnson explores the end of her father's life. Her father, who has dementia, acts out numerous scenarios of ways he might die—and even his own funeral.

Where to watch: Netflix


Happy Gilmore 2
You can watch the original Happy Gilmore with your dad, who may already know all the lines. Or you can wait until just after Father's Day (July 25, 2025) to watch the new sequel. Either way, we're sure there will be a lot of laughs.

Where to watch: Netflix


TV Shows to Watch With Your Dad
Unstable
Real-life father-son duo Rob Lowe and his son John Owen Lowe costar as a father-son duo hoping to save a biotech company from disaster in this new Netflix series.

Where to watch: Netflix


The Last of Us
If your dad (and you!) can handle the thrills, this zombie apocalypse tale comes with a generous helping of heart, as Joel serves as a guardian to teen Ellie on an epic journey to find a cure for the fungal plague that turns regular people into monsters.

Where to watch: Max
Documentary Now!
The documentary-loving dad will definitely appreciate this four-season series, which hilariously sends up of some of the most well-regarded documentaries,

Where to watch: Netflix


Succession
The totally dysfunctional Roy clan is all jostling to try to replace patriarch Logan Roy as head of the empire in this not-so-thinly-veiled look at the Murdoch family, currently in the midst of its fourth season on HBO.

Where to watch: Max


Schitt's Creek
Eugene Levy may just be the most menschy dad in Hollywood, and his turn as the head of the eccentric Rose clan may be his finest role to date. (And not too much of a stretch either, as he plays dad to his real-life son Daniel in the show.)

Where to watch: Hulu, Amazon Prime


The Mandalorian
Din Djarin and Grogu (AKA Baby Yoda) develop a truly touching father-son relationship over the course of this fresh Star Wars universe series, which just ended its third season.

Where to watch: Disney+


Stranger Things
Sheriff Hopper's turn as a protective dad to teen Elle (especially in season 3) will definitely hit home for dads of teens.

Where to watch: Netflix


The Sopranos
For the dad who loves a good gangster story, take a trip back to 1990s New Jersey to revisit the Soprano crime family and its very flawed father, Tony.

Where to watch: Max
The Last Dance
You'll need to carve out a little time for this documentary series—but your sports-loving dad will love getting an inside look at the legendary Chicago Bulls team in this 10-part series.

Where to watch: Netflix


The Simpsons
Break out the Duff's beer and donuts for a marathon of everyone's favorite doofy dad, Homer, from one of the longest-running TV shows in history (currently airing season 36!).

Where to watch: Disney+, Hulu


The Rings of Power
If your dad loves Tolkien's Lord of the Rings series, this prequel series on Amazon Prime is definitely something you and your dad will love to watch.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime


Longmire
For all the cowboy-loving dads, give Longmire a shot. Based on the Walt Longmire mystery novels by Craig Johnson, it follows a rough and tumble sheriff in Absaroka County, Wyoming who's just starting to move on after his wife's murder, played by Australian actor Robert Taylor.

Where to watch: Paramount+


Suits
Following the drama of a big-shot corporate lawyer Harvey Specter, and his protege, Mike Ross, who has a brilliant legal mind but lacks a law degree, this show has 9 seasons and a spinoff so you and your dad can really dig your teeth into the legal rivalries, cases, and power plays.

Where to watch: Netflix


Grown Up Dad
Join Joseph Gidjunis as he travels across the country on a journey to become a more present dad and have open conversations with other fathers about the challenges they face. This docuseries examines parenting through the lens of a father continually striving to do better.

Where to watch: PBS