A Glean movie guide
The Ultimate Rainy Day Watchlist
Press play and get cozy.
Warm, gentle, and comforting films perfect for staying in.
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The movie list
- 01
Paddington 2
A profoundly kind-hearted story that feels like a warm hug from start to finish.
Paddington, now happily settled with the Browns, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy, but it is stolen.
- 02
My Neighbor Totoro
This gentle masterpiece offers a soothing, nature-filled escape from the world.
Two sisters move to the country with their father in order to be closer to their hospitalized mother, and discover the surrounding trees are inhabited by Totoros, magical spirits of the forest. When the youngest runs away from home, the older sister seeks help from the spirits to find her.
- 03
Little Women
A rich, beautifully shot period piece that celebrates the enduring bonds of family.
Four sisters come of age in America in the aftermath of the Civil War.
- 04
Kiki's Delivery Service
Follow a young witch on a low-stakes, atmospheric journey of self-discovery.
A young witch, on her mandatory year of independent life, finds fitting into a new community difficult while she supports herself by running an air courier service.
- 05
You've Got Mail
A quintessential 90s romance that pairs perfectly with a rainy afternoon.
Book superstore magnate Joe Fox and independent book shop owner Kathleen Kelly fall in love in the anonymity of the Internet—both blissfully unaware that he's trying to put her out of business.
- 06
Chef
A low-conflict, food-centric story that is as inspiring as it is relaxing.
When Chef Carl Casper suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner, he is left to figure out what's next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife, his friend and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love.
- 07
The Holiday
Escape to a cozy cottage in this ultimate feel-good romantic comedy.
Two women, one American and one British, swap homes at Christmastime following bad breakups. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.
- 08
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Its unique visual texture and autumnal palette make it a charming, witty watch.
The Fantastic Mr. Fox, bored with his current life, plans a heist against the three local farmers. The farmers, tired of sharing their chickens with the sly fox, seek revenge against him and his family.