Here is a list of the 10 best movies of 2023, according to Mama’s Geeky. Are our favorite films of the year your favorite films of the year, too?
2023 has been a rough year for the Entertainment industry, however there have still been a lot of gems in regards to the films that were released. Here is our top ten best movies of 2023 list, with spans several different genres.
From bizarre and twisted movies, the action packed superhero flicks, to devastating and emotional journeys, there is a bit of everything in this list.
10 Best Movies Of 2023
10. The Holdovers
This movie is something truly special. It perfectly combines subtle humor, laugh out loud moments, and a chemistry between the two leads that we haven’t seen on screen in a while. It offers up a whole lot of heart, and is a must watch Christmas movie.
Read our full review of The Holdovers.
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9. Nimona
Nimona is a lot of things. It is heartbreaking, touching, hilarious, emotional, visually stunning, and incredibly well voice acted. It is easily one of the best movies of the entire year. This film is sure to touch viewers of all ages. Yes, it is made for the outsiders. Those that feel they are up against the world. But at the same time, there are lessons here for everyone.
Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo in POOR THINGS. Photo by Atsushi Nishijima. Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures. © 2023 20th Century Studios All Rights Reserved.
8. Poor Things
Poor Things might seem bright and cheery, with costumes that pop and intricate sets that are equal parts beautiful and bizarre, but it gets heavy at times – unafraid to explore the harsh realities of life.
Read our full review of Poor Things.
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7. Wonka
Wonka is a musical, magical, whimsical journey that deserves to be seen on the big screen. It is a family friendly film that fans of all ages will adore. Get ready to grin ear-to-ear as you soak in the fantastical origin story of a well loved character, Willy Wonka. The ending ties it into the well loved story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory just enough to make it nostalgic. Timothee Chalamet deserves all the awards for this one as he proves just how talented he already is at such a young age.
Read our full review of Wonka.
Kaitlyn Dever as Brynn Adams in 20th Century Studios’ NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU, exclusively on Hulu. Photo by Sam Lothridge. © 2023 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved.
6. No One Will Save You
No One Will Save You is one of those films that you are going to want to watch over and over again. It is a fun, creepy, edge-of-your-seat type thriller that might not be for everyone, but those who like Sci-Fi, are going to flip for.
Read our full review of No One Will Save You.
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5. The Iron Claw
The Iron Claw, while heartbreaking and devastating, also tells a story of unconditional sibling love. The acting, editing, cinematography, and writing are top-notch.
Read our full review of The Iron Claw.
4. Saltburn
Saltburn is a dark and twisted thriller that isn’t afraid to push boundaries. It gets weird, sexy, and unsettling, which all works for the story being told. Barry Keoghan delivers a career best performance.
Read our full review of Saltburn.
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3. Barbie
This film was always going to be entertaining, but we didn’t expect it to basically be a therapy session for women. We truly feel that this is a film everyone needs to see, as it is likely to send them all down a path of self acceptance, self discovery, and learning their worth.
Read our full review of Barbie.
Spider-Man (Shamiek Moore) in Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation’s SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE.
2. Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse is filled with twists and turns, major reveals, emotional beats, exciting surprises, and truly stunning visuals. Not only does it feel like it ties into the greater MCU’s multiverse in a way, it is able to do its own thing without getting repetitive. Something that is impressive.
Read our full review of Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse.
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(L-R): Dave Bautista as Drax, Pom Klementieff as Mantis, Chris Pratt as Peter Quill/Star-Lord, and Karen Gillan as Nebula in Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Photo by Jessica Miglio. © 2022 MARVEL.
1. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is the perfect sendoff for these characters as we know them. It is easily the best MCU film since Avengers: Endgame. James Gunn has clearly poured so much of his heart into these films and he wanted them to go out with love and perfection. Which is exactly what he accomplished. It is bittersweet knowing this will be his final Marvel film. Probably.
Read our full review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
We hope you enjoyed this list of what we feel are the best movies of 2023.
For reference, here are all the films that were available to make the cut.
Tessa Smith is a Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer-approved Film and TV Critic. She is also a Freelance Writer. Tessa has been in the Entertainment writing business for almost ten years and is a member of several Critics Associations including the Critics Choice Association, Hollywood Critics Association, and the Greater Western New York Film Critics Association.