New Year's Eve Movies
Last updated: January 9, 2026
New Year's Eve can be filled with laughter, love, and tears -- not necessarily in that order. With your resolutions made and as you count down the clock to midnight, check out our pick of movies that are set on -- or feature pivotal scenes around -- New Year's Eve. We've got classics, romcoms, scares, and hard-hitting dramas, so no matter how you want to see in the new year, we've got you covered. For more movies about the holidays, be sure to check our Best Holiday Movies for Kids or Unconventional Holiday Movies.
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