'MURICA!

*Originally published on July 1, 2020:

You likely have your 4th of July plans all sorted out, but just in case you've got some room in your holiday lineup, we've put together a list of some of the most patriotic movies out there that need to be included in your weekend plans.

So, whether you're into a romantic comedy or an action-packed thriller, this list has just about anything and everything—but you can guarantee that they're full of all-American spirit! Here are our favorite patriotic movies to watch to celebrate the Fourth of July, from 1996's Independence Day to 2017's Oscar-nominee Hidden Figures.

Independence Day (1996)

Cast: Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum
Synopsis: "The aliens are coming and their goal is to invade and destroy Earth. Fighting superior technology, mankind's best weapon is the will to survive."
Watch Independence Day on Amazon Prime Video