I need a nice, undemanding film

[SomethingNastyInTheBallPool]

I’ve got a shitty cold and feel like death. Need something fun to watch that doesn’t require any actual brain-cell involvement. We have all the main streaming services and don’t mind chucking in a few quid to rent something. Hit me with your top picks, pleasethankyou!

These!!

Also,

Roman Holiday

How to Marry a Millionaire

Now, Voyager

Harvey

oh there are too many to think of!

Haven't RTFT so I apologise if I’ve repeated others’ suggestions.

The new jumanji and jumanji 2 are good for this.

Hmmm well it’s not Indiana Jones! exactly, but you could have a look for The Scarlet Pimpernel (the 1982 version, with Anthony Andrews and Jane Seymour). It made me feel exactly like you describe the first time I watched it (mind you I was 8 years old at the time ) and it’s still one of my favourites for proper comfort films.

I also love About Time (big fan of Gleeson)

Also Dumplin is really good.

That errant exclamation mark was supposed to be a comma!

You could also go for The Mummy (Brendan Fraser, not Tom Cruise!) if you haven’t seen it in a while - I always find it funny and relaxing, it’s really an underrated film IMO.

Yes, About Time is good.

So is Somewhere in Time!

Oh...I just realised you said it has to be funny. Scarlet Pimpernel isn’t funny, but it is exciting and romantic and a good escape.

And Somewhere in Time isn’t funny either...

hmm I think I should take myself off to another thread!

@Sherrystrull

Watch Heartstoppers on Netflix. Truly heartwarming

I was recommended this by a friend - it's just beautiful and will hopefully help youngsters too 🏳️‍🌈

I watched Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle yesterday when I also needed something undemanding but with a bit of a plot, it was distracting and unstrenuous

Oh no! So many tempting suggestions! The Peanut Butter Falcon is on my list, but maybe not for tonight.

And I LOVE Where Eagles Dare!

I really liked Spontaneous on Netflix. I though it was going to be a teenage horror type thing, but actually it was sweet (if a little bloody).

Brilliant film

@Maireas i quoted you without noticing it was you.

We share an appreciation for classic films!

Peanut butter falcon was a gorgeous film, I was mesmerised by its simplicity. I love Dakota Johnson and she really shone in this.

If you have Prime I have just found Speed on there and put it on. Feel like I'm 13/14 again 😂

Right - we’ve eaten our pizza and I’ve flung a few options at DP. He votes for Crazy Rich Asians. And I’ve now got an excellent list ready for the next time the lurgy strikes. Thank you, everyone!

Thanks for this thread @SomethingNastyInTheBallPool . I have a nasty cold on top of hay-fever and DH is away, so I have the remote. 😁

I watched Together Together on Netflix last night. The subject matter is potentially troubling (surrogacy), but it is nice and cosy all the same.

Also watched Metal Lords on Netflix this week. It is brilliant and feel good.

Chef

Another vote for The Adam Project. Its a fun, easy to watch one.
Or one of the new Jumanjis.

Guardians of the Galaxy is my comfort film.

I am enjoying elementary on amazon.

Came here to say that. Always my go to when I have a couple of hours to myself. Never get tired of it.

Also yes, or...

Princess Bride
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
Sleepless in Seattle

Amelie or Chocolat...

Came on to suggest these! Perfect