16 Movies That Will Get You Pumped About Fourth of July

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There are plenty of new films hitting streaming services in July (including the Hamilton movie on Disney+), but if you’re looking for movies to watch at home over the Fourth of July weekend, then you’ve come to the right place. From incredible firework displays to picturesque beaches, these movies feature memorable Fourth of July celebrations. So grab a tall glass of something cool, plop onto your couch, and get cracking. And if that’s not enough spirit for you, be sure to check out this handy list of 50 shows set in 50 different states.

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The Sandlot

Not only is the whole film about America’s favorite pastime, but that iconic firework scene on the ballpark is perfect for the Fourth.

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Miss Firecracker

Just in case the title didn’t give it away, the whole movie is about a Fourth of July beauty pageant.

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Annie

When little orphan Annie is rescued on the patriotic holiday, Mr. Warbucks celebrates the only way he knows how – with a huge fireworks display.

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Jaws

You’ll definitely being seeing red after watching this thriller about a group of men who search for a deadly shark over the Fourth of July weekend.

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Independence Day

When aliens attack Earth, a group of humans comes together to defend the country on the Fourth of July.

Watch Independence Day on Amazon Prime.

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Born on the Fourth of July

This Oscar-winning film tells the real-life story of American anti-war activist and former United States Marine Corps sergeant, Ron Kovic, who just so happens to be born on the national holiday.

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1776

If you were never required to watch the film adaptation of this Tony-winning musical about the American Revolution in history class, now is the time. Not only is it perfect for a little holiday education, but it also features William Daniels (Mr. Feeny) from Boy Meets World.

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We're the Millers

A small-time pot dealer creates a fake family in order to smuggle drugs from Mexico to the US over the Fourth of July weekend in this comedy.

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Magic Mike XXL

If Channing Tatum‘s dances moves don’t get you excited, the film’s end scene certainly will as everyone joins together to watch the Fourth of July fireworks.

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My Girl

This movie may wreck your soul, but it does feature a sweet carnival scene in honor of the patriotic holiday.

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Safe Haven

Not only is there a spark between the two lovers in this Nicholas Sparks film, but there are also literal fireworks in the small beach town’s Independence Day celebration.

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Grown Ups

If you’re looking for a good laugh this holiday, you should check out Adam Sandler‘s comedy about a group of childhood friends who rent out a lake house with their families for the Fourth of July.

Watch Grown Ups on Amazon Prime.

I Know What You Did Last Summer

It’s the ultimate Summer slasher film as a group of friends are reminded of the crime they committed a year ago when a crazed killer begins stalking them over the Fourth of July weekend.

Watch I Know What You Did Last Summer on Amazon Prime.