We’ve put together a list 40 patriotic movies and the best red, white, and blue dishes and snacks for a great 4th of July!
So whether you’re hosting a cookout, party, or just planning to enjoy fireworks, here’s everything you need to create an epic Patriotic movie night this July 4th!
Whether you’re looking for a traditional patriotic movie focused on history or just a fun Summer comedy – we have you covered!
We also have a great guide on how to host an outdoor movie night that would be perfect for the holiday weekend!
If you have a pool, check out our guide to host an epic pool movie night party too!
So grab your sparklers, watermelon, and your favorite people for a patriotic movie night to remember for years to come!
While our list of the 40 Best Patriotic Movies may feel a little all over the place, we wanted to include history, adventure, action, and comedic movies. That way there is something for everyone!
40 Best July 4th Movie Night Movies
We ordered our list of July 4th Movies by rating versus genre. Below, you’ll find classic patriotic movie night movies, as well as, a few comedies that are set around July 4th weekend.
- Hamilton NR
- Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian PG
- National Treasure PG
- Mr. Smith Goes to Washington NR
- Apollo 13 PG
- Top Gun PG
- Rocky 1 & 4 PG
- A League of Their Own PG
- American Graffiti PG
- Superman II PG
- Jaws PG
- Sandlot PG
- Gettysburg PG
- Miracle PG
- The Right Stuff PG
- Independence Day PG-13
- Harriet PG-13
- Hidden Figures PG-13
- Forrest Gump PG-13
- Captain America: The First Avenger PG-13
- Red Dawn PG-13
- The American President PG-13
- 1776 NR (We’d suggest PG-13)
- Pearl Harbor PG-13
- Grown-Ups 2 PG-13
- Lincoln PG-13
- The Patriot R
- Coming to America R
- I Know What You Did Last Summer R
- Zero Dark Thirty R
- Air Force One R
- Saving Private Ryan R
- Flags of Our Fathers R
- Stand by Me R
- American Sniper R
- G.I. Jane R
- Lone Survivor R
- Private Benjamin R
- Glory R
- We’re the Millers R
You may also like our favorite sailing movies or air force movies for the holiday, too!
Now that you’ve had a chance to look over the movies, it’s time to plan your Patriotic Movie Night Menu! We’ve found the best snacks and desserts to celebrate America’s Independence Day!
We've found the best dishes, snacks, and desserts that pair perfectly with your patriotic movie night! Get ready to create the ultimate July 4th menu!Patriotic Movie Night Menu: What to Eat on July 4th
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You may also like our Goonies Baby Ruth Candies or our free printable movie night invitations!
