11 MOVIES TO WATCH FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS!
It’s impossible for me to believe, but Independence Day is upon is and with it, the many celebratory activities we enjoy! While many of us may associate the outdoors with the holiday, if you’re like me, our day of freedom for America always includes a movie (or two!). After the cookout is done and before the fireworks, I’m always watching something (and usually it involves staying up late for a family “movie night”). Like last year, I thought I’d round up a few fun Fourth of July movies 2021 to watch!
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11 MOVIES TO WATCH FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS! How many of these #FouthofJuly or summer-y movies have you seen? Share on XThese films won’t be exclusive to representing the freedom of America partially because there aren’t that many that do, and also because those that do, I don’t know anything about (and I’m too nervous to add them in case they don’t line up with my personal beliefs). So, with that said, I’m simply adding some fun flicks (mostly!) that take a fun approach to freedom (even if in an overarching sense) and that has more of an American theme or honors its spirit. Let’s jump in!
PS: if there’s something missing that you’d like to see on a list like this, first check our list from last year (because it may be there!), and if it’s not, let me know! Always looking for good list titles to include. fourth of july movies 2021
FOURTH OF JULY MOVIES 2021 TO WATCH
BATTLESHIP
This is one I’ve watched a time or two, and each time the credits role, I’m reminded of what a good time the film is. It entertains very well, and is something that makes me glad to re-watch now and again. It’s fun and silly, but there’s also something surprisingly good in the idea of the film.
The 2012 adventure film follows a man who steps up in a battle that threatens the entire world. Taylor Kitsch stars alongside Rhianna and Brooklyn Decker, plus veteran actor Liam Neeson also appears. (PG-13)
Stream with Tubi; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
BEYOND THE MASK
Set during the Revolutionary War, this film is a bit rough around the edges, but it has its high points. It’s an adventure film that takes more of a spiritual approach and has a smaller budget which is why it isn’t as polished as it could be. (PG-13)
Stream with Plex, Roku or Tubi TV; or find on Prime Video
FELICITY: AN AMERICAN GIRL
This one takes me back to childhood. Based on the novels about Felicity Merriman (from American Girl), I had to watch all of these despite the fact that they released long after I’d have thought they were cool. Still, if you enjoy sweet films or have kids, this one is a good film and it features a young Shailene Woodley, too! fourth of july movies 2021
Digitally purchase the film on Prime Video
THE MAJESTIC
Like so many on this list, this one just has that American spirt that’s hard to deny. It’s not a patriotic film in the same way as others, but it still has that good quality and I’m sure this is the best film I’ll ever see Jim Carrey in. Additionally, for some reason, to me, this film is summer-y. (PG)
Stream on Plex, Roku or Tubi TV; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINTON
It’s been years since I’ve seen this one, but when I was doing my little bit or research, this one pops up. If memory serves me it features Jimmy Stewart as a man who, refusing to give up, takes his believes to Washington and fights for them.
Stream with Tubi; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
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Saw this one YEARS ago, and it seems like a kind of First Daughter or Chasing Liberty kind of vibe (only likely cleaner). This is also one of those films that played under the Wonderful World of Disney title among the Sunday night network movies they used to debut. fourth of july movies 2021
At present, this one is difficult to find, but check for possible DVD copies on places like Amazon
THE NANNY DIARIES
This one is totally just a funsies (yes, I’m aware, this isn’t a word) add! I’m including it because there’s a scene during Fourth of July and it’s one of the funniest ever – it makes me giggle each time.
The story has Scarlett Johansson playing a smart college graduate who finds herself unexpectedly working as a nanny among the elite circles. Plus, Captain America (aka Chris Evans) stars, which is just one of the on-screen pairings of Johansson and Evans! (PG-13)
Stream with Paramount+ or Prime Video; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
THE PATRIOT
Saw this film years ago. I don’t remember much about it, but it has its good points (despite the sorrow) and feels like a “must” addition on a list like this; it’s set during the Revolutionary war. (R)
Stream with Pluto TV or Roku; digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
RED DAWN (2012)
This one is a little “out there” to be on this themed list, but it’s here more because of the “spirit” of the film over warm cozies (because that it does not have!). It follows a group of young people fighting back against an invasion on American soil. But then, the writer’s go and do the UNTHINKABLE and as such, the film is bittersweet. (PG-13) fourth of july movies 2021
Stream with HBO Max; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
THE ROCKETEER
Again, like Red Dawn, this one is more about its spirit than anything. It just has that “American” charm about it with an “aw shucks” good guy all-American hero that I love.
Jennifer Connelly and Billy Campbell star in this film about a pilot who becomes obsessive about a rocket pack he discovers. There are some cute romantic moments in this one, plus we also see Timothy Dalton playing a baddie. (PG)
Stream with Disney+ or Hulu; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
WONDER WOMAN
From what I’ve seen of her (so far, given the rumors of her future, I may change my mind), she’s just a cool character and I want to include the film because of that. (PG-13)
Stream on HBO Max; or digitally purchase on places like Prime Video
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What about you!? Which of these have you seen? Did you like or dislike them? Which would you add to a list like this? Are there any hiddan gem Fourth of July movies to know about? Comment all of your best recommendations or thoughts below.
Note: this list was updated with new information on June 5, 2025
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