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9 Iconic ’80s and ’90s Movies to Stream Now
From rom-coms to sci-fi adventures, there’s a film for every occasion.
By Krutika Mallikarjuna
April 9, 2026
Iconic '80s and '90s Movies: Now Streaming on Netflix - Netflix Tudum
Anyone brave enough to scour the wilds of Letterboxd is familiar with the refrain, “They don’t make movies like they used to anymore.” While that sentiment might be up for debate, there’s one thing that’s not: Viewing American film classics is good for the soul and a delightful way to spend the weekend. So whether you were lucky enough to catch these blockbusters in theaters or you’re watching for the very first time, it’s time to take a trip down memory lane with these illustrious ’80s and ’90s movies. And since you’ll be expanding your cinephile street cred, get ready to debate your favorites with family, friends, and maybe a few online foes. Keep reading to decide which of these iconic films to stream first.
She's Gotta Have It
Nola Darling (Tracy Camilla Johns) isn’t just a cool Brooklyn artist, she’s also a fiercely independent woman who refuses to follow a prescribed path to romance. Eschewing the classic narratives of monogamy and marriage, she dates three suitors at once: Greer Childs (John Canada Terrell), a rich, self-obsessed model; Jamie Overstreet (Tommy Redmond Hicks), an overprotective alpha male whose good manners hide a dark side; and Mars Blackmon (Spike Lee), an immature geek with a kind heart. When Nola’s three boyfriends finally meet each other, the race to make her their one and only is on. She’s Gotta Have It also stars Raye Dowell, Bill Lee, Aaron Dugger, S. Epatha Merkerson, Joie Lee, and Cheryl Burr. The 1986 seminal rom-com is directed by Spike Lee and was adapted into a two-season Netflix show in 2019 starring DeWanda Wise.
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