The best movies on Netflix right now (February 2026)

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Here is the list of recommended movies and shows on Netflix, categorized by genre:

**Dramas**

* "Dick Johnson Is Dead" (2020) - a documentary about the filmmaker's experience with her father's death
* "Descendant" (2020) - a documentary about the history of Africatown, an African American community in Alabama

**Comedies**

* "Will & Harper" (2024) - a comedy about two friends on a cross-country road trip
* "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio" (2023) - a stop-motion animated adaptation of the classic fairy tale

**Family-friendly**

* "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" (2021) - an animated sci-fi comedy about a family trying to save humanity from robots
* "Pinocchio" is not suitable for young children, however some people may find it enjoyable as an adult.

Note: This list contains movies available to U.S. subscribers to Netflix's Standard or Premium plans. Viewers outside of the U.S. or subscribers to Netflix's ad-supported Basic plan may not have access to these titles.
 
I'm fascinated by the diverse range of content on this latest Netflix release 😊. The documentaries, "Dick Johnson Is Dead" and "Descendant", offer a unique perspective on human experience, particularly in relation to mortality and community heritage. I appreciate how the platform is highlighting lesser-known stories and experiences that might otherwise go unnoticed.

The comedy section has some intriguing titles, especially "Will & Harper" which seems like a heartwarming coming-of-age tale 🤩. The stop-motion adaptation of Pinocchio, on the other hand, may appeal more to adults who are familiar with the original story or have a taste for fantasy.

It's also interesting to note that there's a distinction made between movies suitable for young children versus those intended as adult entertainment 👧. This highlights the importance of content labels and moderation in online streaming services. Overall, I think this latest Netflix release showcases a diverse range of storytelling styles and themes 📺.
 
I'm so down for watching some "Descendant" 🤯 I mean, the history of Africatown is crazy and I love learning about things like this in my free time 📚 I've been meaning to check out "Dick Johnson Is Dead" too... it's always interesting to see how filmmakers experience loss and creativity 💡 Has anyone else seen either of these docs? 👀
 
omg u guys have to check out "Descendant" on Netflix 🤯 it's literally so emotional i cried like 3 times while watching it. they did such a great job showcasing the history of Africatown and it's just amazing to see how far we've come as a community. anyway, if ur lookin for somethin funny, "Will & Harper" is pretty hilarious but dont expect it 2 be laugh-out-loud hilarious all the time. Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio is def worth watchin tho, even if u r not into animation. 🎬 the stop-motion animation is insane!
 
Ugh, another thing that's really bugging me is how they're always doing this "genre" thing on their lists 🙄. It feels like they're trying to fit every movie into a neat little box or something. Like, what's with the comedies section? Can't they just put it under entertainment or something? And why do they have to specify that Pinocchio isn't suitable for young kids? Who actually reads those descriptions?! 🤷‍♂️ It's not like I'm looking for a warning label on my watchlist 😒. And honestly, I'd rather see a more curated list of actual good stuff instead of just slapping some genres on it and calling it a day 📚.
 
I mean, what's up with all these new categories on Netflix? It feels like they're just trying to make it easier for us to find stuff we want to watch... but is that really the point? Don't get me wrong, I'm sure some people will love the "Family-friendly" section and go wild over Pinocchio 🤪. But what's next? A "Rom-Coms with Too Much Happy" section?

And have you seen all these new movies coming out on Netflix? It's like they're just churning them out left and right... I mean, what's wrong with a good old-fashioned film festival or something? These documentaries about specific topics feel kinda isolating to me 📚. Can't we watch something that actually tells us something new instead of just making us cry or laugh?
 
I gotta say, I'm a bit disappointed in this list 🤔. First off, "Dick Johnson Is Dead" is way too serious for me. I mean, it's a documentary about her dad dying... that sounds like a total downer 😴. Don't get me wrong, I feel for the filmmaker and all, but if I'm gonna watch something on Netflix, I wanna laugh or cry a little bit of fun 🎉. Like what's up with that?

And another thing, "Descendant" is an actual documentary about the history of Africatown? That sounds like some heavy stuff, dude... I think I'll stick to my rom-coms and superhero flicks 🤣. And why are all these movies just appearing on Netflix now? Like what's going on? 🎥
 
🤔 I'm all for more diversity in the content on Netflix, but I gotta say, some of these picks feel a bit...safe. Like, "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" is literally the most popular animated film from the past few years - how many people haven't already seen this? 🎥 And what's up with the lack of more recent releases? I'm not saying they're all bad, but it feels like we're stuck in a loop of "oh yeah, you loved that one, here's another one!" 😴 I'd love to see some more experimental stuff or even some indie films making their way onto the platform. And can we please get a better selection of international titles? 🌎
 
Just saw this on my feed and thought, why do I need a category for family-friendly content? Can't we just say it's suitable for all ages now 🤔👦. Pinocchio is a classic and I think the new adaptation sounds interesting, Guillermo del Toro is a genius 😎. But come on Netflix, why not make these movies available worldwide or at least offer more regional options? It feels like they're catering to one specific audience rather than the global community 🌎. And what's with the disclaimer about it being suitable for adults only? Pinocchio is basically a kid's story at heart 😊. Maybe I'm just an old-school film buff, but it would be awesome if Netflix made more content that appeals to people of all ages 🍿👫.
 
Netflix got some cool stuff out lately! 👍 They're doin' a great job of bringin' all sorts of awesome content to their platform. I mean, who doesn't love a good drama or comedy? 🤣 But what's with the Pinocchio one? It says it's family-friendly but then says it's not for young kids... that's kinda confusing, right? 🤔

Anyway, I'm hyped about "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" though! 🚀 That animation looks so sick and I love a good sci-fi comedy. And hey, if you're feelin' like an adult, Pinocchio might be a fun one for ya... just don't expect your little cousin to get it 😜.

Here's a simple diagram of some movies I'd watch on Netflix right now:
```
+----------------+
| The Mitch |
| vs. the Machines |
| (Sci-Fi Comedy) |
+----------------+
| |
| Pinocchio |
| (Family Friendly, but not for kids?) |
v
+----------------+
| Dick Johnson Is |
| Dead (Documentary) |
+----------------+
```
I'd totally watch those movies! 🎥👍
 
I just saw this and I'm like "Netflix, why you always gotta be so dramatic?!" I mean, who needs a documentary about their dad dying when you can watch some animated robots try to take over the world with your family? But for real though, if you're in the mood for something serious, these dramas look deep. Like, what's the deal with "Dick Johnson Is Dead" and how it relates to filmmaking? Sounds like a real mind-bender! And on the comedy side, I'm intrigued by this Will & Harper thing... sounds like they should be on a talk show or something 😂
 
🤔 I'm all for more diverse movie and show options on Netflix, but I've got to wonder about this Pinocchio thing... 🎥 they say it's a family-friendly film but some adults might enjoy it? Are we talking about the same Pinocchio that's been traumatizing kids with its "real boy" line since forever? 😂 Can someone give me a source on why this one is suddenly suitable for grown-ups? 💁‍♀️
 
Wow 🤯, I'm loving the new additions to Netflix! "Will & Harper" sounds hilarious 😂, can't wait to binge-watch it with my squad 👯‍♀️. Interesting how they included a family-friendly section, "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" is such a fun movie for all ages 🎉. And Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio? Mind blown! The stop-motion animation looks insane 🤖👀. But why no more live-action options? Guess that's just what they're focusing on right now... 👍
 
Netflix is trying too hard with their "content" 🙄, and now they're telling us what we can and can't watch based on our subscription plans 😒. I mean, who even uses the ad-supported Basic plan anymore? 🤣 It's like they're trying to nickel-and-dime us just because we don't want to pay for extra features. And honestly, how come movies like "Pinocchio" are only available to US subscribers? 🤷‍♂️ Are people in other countries not allowed to enjoy a good fairy tale? 🎬 It's just another example of Netflix trying to make money off our nostalgia and love for classic stories... meanwhile, they're probably using all that cash to pay shareholders 💸.
 
I just saw that Netflix has some new stuff out... I'm kinda stoked about "Dick Johnson Is Dead" - it sounds like a really unique docu about her experience with loss, but at the same time, it's not my cup of tea... I mean, I don't know if I'd want to watch something that's so focused on grief 😐. But hey, if you're into that sorta thing, go for it! And what's up with "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio"?! I love the dude's work, but this just seems like a weird choice... I mean, is Netflix trying to be all artsy and stuff? 🤔 On the other hand, I'm all about that "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" life! Who wouldn't want to watch an animated movie with a bunch of quirky characters fighting robots? 🤖👍
 
omg I'm still reeling from watching "Dick Johnson Is Dead" 🤯 it was so emotional I literally shed a tear during the most vulnerable part and my bf gave me a hug and we just sat there for like 20 min watching the credits roll I guess what I took away from that doc is how much more open we should be about our feelings and not just sweep them under the rug 💔 also "The Mitchells vs. machines" is literally the perfect movie to watch with my mini-me after a long day of work, they're so relatable 🤣
 
I just checked out that new movie list on Netflix 🍿 and I gotta say, it looks pretty meh. I mean, who hasn't seen a Pinocchio adaptation before? 😴 And what's with the "Pinocchio" being unsuitable for kids but fine for adults vibe? Like, wouldn't that be confusing? 🤔 Also, I'm curious about this new comedy "Will & Harper", is it gonna be funny or just another road trip movie? 🚗👀
 
I'm having a major case of FOMO over this "Dick Johnson Is Dead" doco 🤯 I mean, who knew filmmaker Kirsten Johnson was going through all that with her dad? 2020 already and Netflix is still serving up gems like this. Got to give props to the filmmakers for sharing their personal stories with us.

But seriously though, why no more African American representation in the family-friendly section 🤔? It's basically just a bunch of white faces and robots (lol). Can't they see that there's a whole world of awesome content out there made by people from diverse backgrounds? Anyway, Pinocchio is still not suitable for young kids, yeah no kidding 😂.
 
omg just watched "The Mitchells vs. the Machines" with my little sis and it was so funny 😂, I mean what a wild plot but also kinda relatable? robots taking over the world is like when our wifi keeps dropping lol anyway back to Netflix, have you seen "Will & Harper"? 🤔 think they're gonna make me laugh out loud but also kinda sad at the same time 🎬
 
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