Father’s Day is one special Sunday when sons, daughters pause and truly celebrate the man who has been our biggest support system through every high and low of our lives. A father always wants his children to succeed and fly even higher than he does, so he spends his whole life providing for us and giving us a comfortable future.
This year, instead of going the usual route with gifts and cards, why not pair it with spending quality time together? Here’s a curated list of the best movies and series to watch with your dad this Father’s Day.
The Family Man
The OTT series isn’t just another action-packed thriller; it’s a story that feels real, raw, and incredibly close to home. Manoj Bajpayee brings Srikant Tiwari to life that you can’t help but see the shades of your father in him, always juggling work pressure, hiding stress behind a calm face, and somehow managing to be there when it matters the most.
This Father’s Day, watching ‘The Family Man’ isn’t just entertainment- it’s a quiet reminder of everything he does, often without saying a word. It’s sunny, intense, and unexpectedly emotional - just like family.
Munna Bhai MBBS
The heart-warming, nostalgic comedy-drama starring Sanjay Dutt feels just like a warm hug on a bad day, being a comfort movie for many. It explores the story of Mumbai’s underworld don trying to graduate and acquire an MBBS Degree to fulfill his father's wish of seeing his son become a doctor.
The blockbuster hit is renowned worldwide because of the excellent storyline,well-written screenplay, heart-warming melodramatic scenes, and character development. It is a whole roller-coaster of emotions, and a must-watch this Father’s Day.
Another fun fact that makes this film binge-worthy is that Sanjay Dutt and Sunil Dutt, the real-life father-son duo, are cast together in this movie. Their performance together is worth a watch.
Gunjan Saxena : The Kargil Girl
This movie is highly recommended to watch with your inspiring father. The Janhvi Kapoor starrer biopic drama follows the success story of Lieutenant Gunjan Saxena, who fulfills her dream to become a pilot because of her father’s support and trust in her despite numerous challenges.
The film depicts the father-daughter bond in a heart-warming manner as Gunjan flies high with her father supporting her despite facing disheartening challenges. His father never stopped believing in her and kept on supporting her to overcome the hurdles to finally achieve her dream.
The depiction of the father-daughter relationship in the movie, along with the inspiring success story of Gunjan Saxena, the first Indian Air Force woman officer to fly in a combat zone during the Kargil War, is a not-to-be-missed binge for Father’s Day.
Piku
The Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Irfan Khan starrer ‘father-daughter’ quirky comedy drama depicts a father-daughter relationship between Deepika and Amitabh’s characters. Bhashkor, the 70-year-old single father, more like a child now, opposes the idea of marriage as her daughter attains the marriageable age and wants her to take care of him.
The movie deals with Piku’s story and Bhaskor’s eccentric behavior due to his health issues, irritating others, but still cared for and loved by his daughter. It depicts how the father-daughter relationship gets along despite differences in thoughts.
The Pursuit of Happyness
It is one of the rare gems that stays with you long after the credits roll. Based on a true story, it follows the unwavering journey of a father, played brilliantly by Will Smith, who refuses to give up, no matter how tough life gets. His bond with his young son, the quiet resilience, and the sacrifices made in silence hit you right in the heart.
Watching this with your dad on Father’s Day is more than just sharing a film; it’s a moment to reflect on everything he’s ever done to keep you smiling, even when life wasn’t easy. It’s raw, real, and deeply moving, just like your father’s love.
The list of these masterpieces dedicated to fathers is long, if not never-ending - ‘Shaitaan’, ‘Dial 100’, ‘Fatherhood’, ‘Don’t Breathe’ - are thriller movies that depict, to what extent a father can go for his children. ‘Animal’, ‘Masaan’, and ‘Heyy Baby’ are also gems worth recognition. The movies mentioned in the list are enough to make your Father’s Day special.