Need a Pick-Me-Up? 25 Happy Movies to Watch on Netflix Right Now

No matter what kind of day you had, there is no reason you wouldn't want to add some extra smiles to your life, right? Well, we have just the solution for you: happy movies! From romantic comedies to just comedies and throwbacks to new releases, we scoped out a range of movies that are pretty much guaranteed to put a smile on your face. While some of them are great for a date night or girls' night in, others can be watched with little ones, too, who will probably make you smile even more by their reactions to the movies. Check out this list of some of the happiest movies you can stream on Netflix, and get ready to cheer the eff up.

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Happy Gilmore
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Happy Gilmore

You can't watch Happy Gilmore without smiling. Between the fantasies, the outrageous scenarios, and the "happy" ending, you'll spend your time mostly laughing.

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The 40-Year-Old Virgin
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The 40-Year-Old Virgin

Guy friends, a quest to get laid, and a wax gone horribly right!? There is nothing about this movie that will turn that smile into a frown.

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A Goofy Movie
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A Goofy Movie

A total throwback (don't tell me you don't still know the words to the Powerline song, we all know you do), this movie will bring you back to your childhood, capturing all the innocent smiles you once had. Bonus if you play it for the little ones in your life — you'll smile even more.

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The Family Man
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The Family Man

When Nicolas Cage is presented with the life he could have lived, he begins to change his ways. Funny and emotional, it will end with your heart feeling warmed.

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Like Father
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Like Father

Netflix is really stepping up to the plate with some big stars! Kristen Bell and Kelsey Grammer star in this new movie about a father reconnecting with his daughter.

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Phenomenon
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Phenomenon

A flash of light transforms George Malley (John Travolta), an ordinary mechanic, into a genius. His desire to help people with his newfound talent will brighten your day.

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Total Frat Movie
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Total Frat Movie

Comic relief is best served by frat boys (said no one ever, but it's served up smiles in the past!), and this movie is no exception. A quest to get his frat reinstated has this man on a hilarious journey to get 15 new frat members in less than a day.

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How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
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How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Completely insane scenarios make this love story one for the books. You'll laugh all through the movie at the insanity of it all, but you'll also want to hug your partner at the end.

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Shrek
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Shrek

An ogre who lives in a swamp saves a princess and falls in love. How can anything be better than that? Oh, we know. The ending of this story will keep you smiling for days.

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The Princess Diaries
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The Princess Diaries

A teenage girl is surprised with the fact that she's royalty. From having to deal with normal teenage stuff — ugh, and the bullies — to having to learn a completely new culture, everything seems to fall into place for this princess, proving that haters gonna hate but you can't let them dull your sparkle.

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Ibiza

Girl squad. Boys. Good music. Travel. If you can say all of those things without smiling at the thought, you're in the wrong place. (We have a list of horror movies here.)

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Kindergarten Cop
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Kindergarten Cop

An oldie but goodie, when an overly masculine police officer poses as a kindergarten teacher, he has to learn how to get in touch with his gentle side.

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Air Buddies

For you plus the littles in your life, there is no reason not to smile when five Golden Retriever puppies set out to save the day.

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Walk of Fame
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Walk of Fame

Remember that favorite teacher you had who was a little weird? It's that but an acting coach instead. See how the students change for the better under his guidance.

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Decoy Bride

A decoy is hired to throw off the press when a celebrity is walking down the aisle. But the plot thickens when love walks in.

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Sunshine Cleaning
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Sunshine Cleaning

This movie is a bit weird and a little quirky. But there are so many moments that shine through that are the funny, sarcastic, and seriously touching. You'll be glad you watched this one the whole way through.

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Whatever Works
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Whatever Works

Love is a strange thing. In this movie, an aging man is falling for a younger woman and finds himself in the middle of a bunch of weird situations. But, hey, whatever works.

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For a Good Time, Call...
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For a Good Time, Call...

These roommates hate each other until one stumbles on the other's secret. Together, the duo start a "business" of sorts, and it brings them together.

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13 Going on 30
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13 Going on 30

When you're 13, the world seems so hard. Well, that's nothing to the hardships you have in your 30s. Jenna's (Jennifer Garner) journey back to herself has so many moments of laughter and smiles, it's worth the watch.

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Leap Year
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Leap Year

When a woman sets out to ask her Irish boyfriend to marry her, she is awakened to what love could actually be. It just goes to show you how best-laid plans don't always work out, but something better is coming.

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Are You Here
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Are You Here

After the death of his father, Ben (Owen Wilson) heads to the family farm. There, he has to deal with everything his life has been thus far — plus a few eccentric characters along the way.

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The Money Pit
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The Money Pit

When a young couple have to move out of their apartment, they purchase a house thinking it would be a good opportunity. What follows is a comedy of errors and something that every homeowner — or potential homeowner — should watch for a ton of laughs.

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Mamma Mia!
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Mamma Mia!

ABBA music, Greece, and Meryl Streep. Need we say more? No, no, we don't.

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Finding Dory
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Finding Dory

A sequel of sorts to Disney's Finding Nemo, Finding Dory promises just as many comedic moments and shows you the real meaning of getting by with a little help from your friends.

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Fun Mom Dinner
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Fun Mom Dinner

When a group of moms decide they need a night out and away from their lives, it's like all hell breaks loose — in a good way.

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