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You don’t have to spend big bucks to watch great films. On Freely, you’ll find everything from family-friendly animations, to thrillers, comedies and twisted horror films. And the best part? You can watch them all for freeeee! Need some help finding something to watch? We've got you covered with some of the best movies to stream right now.

The Northman (2022)

Out now on Channel4 

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅90%

The Northman

After witnessing the murder of his father, the capture of his mother and the betrayal by his uncle, young Prince Amleth flees, but with a promise of bittersweet revenge. Two decades later and now a Viking, Amleth returns to seek retribution for his lost kingdom! Starring Alexander Skarsgård, Björk and Anya Taylor-Joy.

This epic historical action film is not one to miss if you love Norse mythology or enjoyed Vikings.

Rush (2013)

On BBC iPlayer now 

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅88%

Rush

This true story drama takes us back to the 1970s, showing the the intense rivaley between Formula One drivers James Hunt (Chris Hemsworth) and Niki Lauda (Daniel Brühl) as they both push themselves to the breaking point to try and win!

If you’re a Chris Hemsworth fan this is definitely not a film to miss!

Snowpiercer (2013)

Stream now on ITVX

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅94%

Snowpiercer

After a devasting global climate catastrophe caused the world to freeze over, the last remnants of humanity are surviving on the train Snowpiercer as it travels on a globe encircling track! After a lack of equality between the classes on the train, the passengers from the tail decide to revolt against the elite! Starring Tilda Swinton, Song Kang-ho and Chris Evans.

If you liked Moonfall, you’ll love this!

Wallace & Gromit Vengeance Most Fowl

Stream on BBC iPlayer on the 25th December

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅100%

Wallace and Gromit Vengeance Most Fowl

After a very long wait, Wallace and Gromit are backkkk and we are so here for it! When Wallace invents a smart gnome everything seems fine…until it suddenly turns evil and it may have something to do with the vengeful feathers McGaw!

If you’re a fan of the world of Wallace and Gromit then you can’t miss this Christmas day release!

Skyscraper

Watch on STV Player

Skyscraper

Get ready for a whole load of action in Skyscraper as Dwayne Johnson stars as Will Sawyer, an ex FBI agent who assess security for skyscrapers. After terrorists set the skyscraper he lives in with his family on fire, he will stop at nothing to save them!

Action/ adventure fans, this one is for you.

Fast & Furious 9 (2021)

Stream now on ITVX 

Fast and Furious 9

Things get taken to the next level as the team set out to stop a world-ending plot involving Dom’s (Vin Diesel) younger brother Jakob Toretto (John Cena) who not only is the most skilled assassin they’ve ever seen but also one of the highest performance drivers they’ve been up against! With everything on the line, will they pull through in time?

Fast and Furious fans, catch it while you can! 

Beautiful Beings (2022)

Stream on Channel 4 from the 21st December

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅98%

Beautiful Beings

This indie film is so full of raw emotions and rarely discussed truth, it will stay with you long after the credits roll. This coming-of-age drama tackles youth violence in Iceland. When gifted and kind Addi welcomes bullied Balli into his friendship group the boys suddenly find themselves exposed to violence, love and loss.

If you enjoy indie films then this should go on your watch list!

We Were Soldiers (2002)

Stream now on My5

Lieutenant Col Hal Moore (Mel Gibson) is forced to lead 400 American troops against the North Vietnamese army. However, when they arrive they find themselves heavily outnumbered and being attacked with a type of fighting they’d never seen before. Starring Sam Elliot and Greg Kinnear.

Watch this if you enjoy a war film.

The Bullet Train (2022)

Stream on Channel 4 from the 23rd December

Bullet Train

Murder mystery and comedy collide in this star-studded, hilarious yet mind-boggling drama! Professional assassin Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is assigned to steal a suitcase but he soon finds himself battling many other killers onboard as nearly everyone isn’t who they seem!

If you enjoy a classic who dunnit, this action comedy takes it to the next level!

Downton Abbey a New Era (2022)

Watch on ITVX from the 25th December

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅86%

Downton Abbey: A New Era

Long forgotten secrets come to the surface in this muchly anticipated cinematic return of the cast of Downton Abbey. When the dowager countess (Maggie Smith) inherits a villa in the South of France the Crawley’s prepare to visit whilst Mary (Michelle Dockery) stays at Downton to organise the crew coming to shoot a silent movie!

It’s romantic, it’s dramatic and of course its Downton Abbey

Little Monsters (2019)

Stream on Channel 4 from the 25th December

Little Monsters

Ever wondered what would be happen if there was a zombie outbreak during a school trip? Well when this happens, committed teacher  Miss Caroline (Lupita Nyong-o) must bring her students to safety! The big question is, will they all be able to get home without becoming packed lunch?

Comedy and zombie fans alike, you’ll love this!

Grease (1978)

Stream on ITVX from the 26th December

Grease

Get on your dancing shoes and grab your microphones because it’s Grease lightingggg time! After a whirlwind summer romance between Danny (John Travolta) and Sandy (Olivia Newton-John), they’re shocked to see one another on the first day back at school as fate seemed to have other plans for them!

If you love romance, music or dancing then get watching!

King Richard (2021)

Stream on BBC iPlayer + watch on BBC Two, from 27th December at 9pm

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅90%

King Richard (2021)

This absolutely phenomenal drama will leave no dry eyes in sight! Armed with a whopping 78 page plan, Richard Williams (Will Smith) is determined to get his two daughters, Venus (Saniyya Sidney) and Serena (Demi Singleton) into the history books as legendary tennis players! King Richard follows the Williams family as they defy all expectations and the odds stacked against them!

Biographical drama fans, you will love it!

Black Panther (2018)

Stream on BBC iPlayer from the 31st December

Rotten Tomatoes rating: 🍅 96%

Black Panther

In the wake of his fathers death, T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) returns home to the kingdom of Wakanda to inherit his rightful throne. However, hidden history comes to the surface when a challenger from his childhood rises to take what’s rightfully his!

Marvel Universe fans, did you know you can also catch all three Tom Holland Spiderman films on BBC iPlayer?!

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