{
  "id": 4722382,
  "title": "The best Netflix original movies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/the-best-netflix-original-movies",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-31T20:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The A.V. Club",
    "slug": "the-a-v-club",
    "url": "https://www.avclub.com/best-netflix-movies-originals"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Netflix's collection of original movies showcases a diverse range of quality, from Oscar-nominated masterpieces to universally panned films. The streaming giant's strategic acquisitions and push for industry innovation have resulted in a consistently large and varied library. Here are our top picks for Netflix original films you should watch right now:\n\nAll Quiet On The Western Front - This German-language adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque's novel follows a young soldier's experiences during World War I, earning the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film in 2023.\n\nFrankenstein - Guillermo Del Toro's adaptation of Mary Shelley's novel explores the story from dual perspectives, offering a grotesque yet beautiful portrayal of the Creature and his creator.\n\nThe Irishman - Martin Scorsese's epic gangster drama spans five decades of organized crime in Philadelphia, featuring Oscar-winning performances by Robert De Niro and Al Pacino.\n\nK-Pop Demon Hunters - This animated sci-fi musical catered to K-pop fans and newcomers alike, featuring a soundtrack filled with catchy pop hits and a thrilling plot about demon hunting pop stars.\n\nMarriage Story - A nuanced and provocative film about divorce, directed by Noah Baumbach, examines the complexities of a relationship ending, with stellar performances from Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver.\n\nThe Power Of The Dog - Jane Campion's atmospheric Western set in 1920s Montana features a dark tale of manipulation, gaslighting, and forbidden desire, with a standout performance by Benedict Cumberbatch.\n\nThe Society Of The Snow - A Spanish-language film recounting the 1972 Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 crash, this nightmarish tale of survival and cannibalism offers a fresh perspective on the event through its Uruguayan and Argentine cast.",
  "summary": "The best movies on Netflix include everything from Oscar nominees to buzzy international dramas and everything in between.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Tom's Guide",
        "title": "5 best new Netflix movies and shows to stream this week (Aug. 31-Sept. 6)",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/5-best-new-netflix-movies-and-shows-to-stream-this-week-aug-31-sept-6",
        "published": "2026-08-31T04:01:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}