{
  "id": 5924904,
  "title": "5 iconic ‘90s movies streaming on Netflix — including a gripping space drama with Tom Hanks and Kevin Bacon",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/06/5-iconic-90s-movies-streaming-on-netflix-including-a-gripping-space",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-06T06:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/entertainment/netflix/5-iconic-90s-movies-streaming-on-netflix-including-a-gripping-space-drama-with-tom-hanks-and-kevin-bacon"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the 1990s, Netflix has a variety of iconic movies that can provide hours of entertainment. Here are five standout films that are worth streaming: \"A League of Their Own\" (1992) is a beloved comedy-drama that follows the story of two sisters who join the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II. The film features Tom Hanks as coach Jimmy Dugan and is known for its memorable one-liners and charming cast. \"Fargo\" (1996) is a neo-noir crime thriller written and directed by the Coen brothers, set in snowy Minnesota. The film follows a family's attempt to cover up a kidnapping gone wrong, with Tom Hanks, Frances McDormand, and Steve Buscemi delivering outstanding performances. \"Cruel Intentions\" (1999) is a stylish teen drama that reimagines a classic novel as a tale of manipulation and seduction among Manhattan's elite students. Reese Witherspoon and Sarah Michelle Gellar lead the cast in this provocative and enduring cult classic. \"Apollo 13\" (1995) is a gripping space docudrama starring Tom Hanks as astronaut Jim Lovell. The film chronicles the real-life 1970 Apollo 13 mission, which was forced to abort its lunar landing after an oxygen tank explosion. The astronauts must work with Mission Control to find a way back to Earth while facing dwindling supplies and time constraints. Finally, \"Liar Liar\" (1997) is a comedy featuring Jim Carrey as a lawyer who accidentally gains the ability to lie after swearing never to do so again. Directed by Tom Shadyac and produced by Brian Grazer, this film remains a feel-good favorite for its humor and Carrey's iconic performance.",
  "summary": "Looking for something nostalgic to watch on Netflix? These five iconic ‘90s movies are perfect for revisiting the decade.",
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  "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."
}