Movies: Best Watched In 2023.. So Far

When it comes to new movies, it’s too early to nominate the best released this year. However, that’s not stopping us from putting out a list of movies to watch while you anxiously await this year’s releases. There’s plenty to watch on streaming and here’s what you should be looking out for.

The Menu

Right now The Menu is on HBO/HBO Max. It’s listed as a comedic horror/comedy/thriller. It doesn’t exactly have the comedy element to me, but the horror/thriller has moments that reminded me a lot of the Saw franchise in the first move minus the gore. There are plenty of shocking moments throughout this movie and the story build-up has the intensity to keep you interested. The ending was a bit lackluster but if that’s where the humor comes in, then so be it.

Sex Appeal

This was your typical coming-of-age tale with a neat twist to it. There’s nothing new about the core concept, but the cast keeps it fresh and the humor isn’t too over the top. It’s one of those typical movies about self-exploration but it’s done with a quirky side that doesn’t fire every barrel. For a young cast to keep an old plot interesting throughout says a lot about their talent.

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Bad Words

Either you like the vulgar/toilet humor or you don’t. This one is a bit explicit but in fairness, it’s still reeled in. Every once in a while you have to throw on a humorous movie that doesn’t take a lot of thought and laugh your butt off. You don’t expect it to be at the top of your favorites list, but after a hard day at work, something funny definitely hits the spot and this is one of those movies.

Hustle

By now, most people have seen the Adam Sandler-led movie but if you haven’t you should. Sandler steps out of his usual goofball role to play something more serious. This movie is reminiscent of the Apple TV+ show Swagger but a more adult version. It may not be your favorite Sandler movie, but it is one of his best performances, especially in a more serious role.

There’s plenty out on streaming right now and we’re hitting the ground running recommending all the movies you should be watching in 2023.