Honestly, it feels like there are *so* many options when I just want to relax and watch something! With all these different streaming services popping up, it can be overwhelming just trying to decide what to put on.
If you’re trying to find a great movie and want to narrow down your choices, BBC iPlayer has a lot of excellent options.
Digital Spy has rounded up 7 great movies you can watch on the BBC right now, ranging from a thrilling crime drama starring Denzel Washington to a funny comedy with Emma Stone.
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Scream (1996)
The original *Scream*, which launched the popular slasher film series, came out in 1996 and was a massive hit, quickly becoming a major part of pop culture.
The movie immediately stood out with its famous opening scene featuring Drew Barrymore. It quickly became clear that this Wes Craven film was different, as a masked killer named Ghostface begins terrorizing a group of high school students.
The series has been updated with new movies, but you can still enjoy the original – praised as “a howling great time” by the *Toronto Star* – along with its sequels, all available to stream on iPlayer.
Bones and All
In this 2022 horror film, Timothée Chalamet and Taylor Russell play two cannibals who meet on a road trip and unexpectedly fall for each other.
In the film *Bones and All*, Timothée Chalamet once again collaborates with director Luca Guadagnino, who also directed *Call Me by Your Name*. The movie also stars Michael Stuhlbarg, André Holland, and Chloë Sevigny.
The movie has been critically well-received, earning an 82% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Book & Film Globe described it as a beautiful, yet unsettling, love story about intense desire, calling it both ‘majestically seedy’ and ‘deeply creepy’.
Training Day
This critically acclaimed film, originally released in 2001, centers around a new police officer (Ethan Hawke) and his first day with the Los Angeles Police Department’s narcotics division. He’s partnered with a seasoned officer (Denzel Washington) who holds a few secrets.
Denzel Washington received the Best Actor Oscar for his role as Alonzo Harris in *Training Day*. Critics praised his performance as captivatingly unpredictable, bold, humorous, and even scary. *Gone With The Twins* highlighted these qualities, and *The Hollywood Reporter* called the film itself electrifying.
In addition to the lead actors, the film features Scott Glenn, Cliff Curtis, and renowned musicians Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg.
Easy A
This funny but often overlooked 2010 film marked Emma Stone’s breakout role. She plays a high schooler who pretends to have lost her virginity, and the rumor quickly spreads throughout her school.
The teen comedy *Easy A* was well-received, earning an 85% fresh rating on *Rotten Tomatoes*. Critics at *them* praised it as a modern take on themes from Nathaniel Hawthorne’s *The Scarlet Letter*, calling it “a timeless teen classic.”
Emma Stone, a two-time Oscar winner in the last ten years, received a Golden Globe nomination for her role as Olive. The film also features well-known actors like Penn Badgley, Amanda Bynes, Lisa Kudrow, and Stanley Tucci.
Clemency
The film *Clemency* centers on a prison warden (Alfre Woodard) grappling with the emotional impact of her work as she oversees another death row execution.
Chinonye Chukwu’s 2019 film, *Till*, received widespread praise, with many highlighting the outstanding performance by Woodard, who was nominated for a BAFTA Award.
The movie has been highly praised, earning a 92% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics at *The Spectator* called it a “masterwork,” and *The Independent* highlighted that it demonstrates how naturally talented [Woodard] is at leading a film.
Sound of Metal
The 2019 film *Sound of Metal*, starring Riz Ahmed, tells the story of a metal drummer facing sudden hearing loss and the profound changes it brings to his life.
With a remarkably high 97% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, critics are praising the film. *The Observer* called it a must-see for everyone, highlighting how movies can both entertain and inspire, bringing people together.
Winner of two Academy Awards, the movie also features performances by Olivia Cooke and Paul Raci.
Tár
Cate Blanchett received widespread praise and an Oscar nomination for her role in Todd Field’s film, *Tár*. She plays a renowned composer and conductor whose life unravels when she faces accusations of wrongdoing. The movie is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the fallout from these claims.
This highly-rated movie (91%) delves into the complexities of power and celebrity. Critics at *iNews* praised its exceptional style, acting, and concepts, calling it a standout film, while *The Observer* simply called it phenomenal.
Noémie Merlant, Nina Hoss, Sophie Kauer and Julian Glover also star.
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