The Best Oscar Winning Movies On Netflix, Ranked

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Only Netflix-streaming movies that have won an Academy Award.
Latest additions: Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio, All Quiet on the Western Front, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
Most divisive: Marriage Story
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If you're looking for critically-acclaimed films to watch, here are the best Oscar-winning movies on Netflix. Featuring Best Picture winners and some of the greatest films of all time, this list of Oscar winners streaming now on Netflix is updated regularly with newly added and popular movies. 

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  • Whiplash
    1

    Whiplash

    Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist
    23 votes

    Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing

    Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role

    Academy Award for Best Film Editing

    In the gripping drama Whiplash, Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller), a young jazz drummer, seeks to climb the ranks at a prestigious music conservatory. Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), an esteemed yet terrifying conductor, becomes his mentor and tormentor in equal measures. The movie delves into their intense relationship, punctuated by Fletcher's relentless pursuit of perfection and Neiman's obsessive ambition. This thrilling narrative won three Academy Awards including Best Supporting Actor for Simmons. Whiplash is a riveting exploration of dedication, discipline, and the high price of artistic brilliance.
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  • All Quiet on the Western Front
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    All Quiet on the Western Front

    Felix Kammerer, Albrecht Schuch, Aaron Hilmer
    8 votes

    Academy Award for Best Original Score

    Academy Award for Best International Feature Film

    Academy Award for Best Production Design

    Academy Award for Best Cinematography

    All Quiet on the Western Front is a harrowing adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque's classic novel, a raw and gripping portrayal of the brutal realities of World War I. Directed by Edward Berger, the film gives audiences an immersive look at the experience of young German soldiers thrust into the visceral horrors of trench warfare. Central to the story is Paul Bäumer (Felix Kammerer), who, alongside his comrades, quickly becomes disillusioned with the romanticized notion of honor in battle. The film goes deep into the psyche of these soldiers, showcasing the loss of innocence and the senseless carnage that characterizes their existence on the front lines. The powerful narrative, striking performances, and intense cinematography come together to form a poignant commentary on the futility and devastation of war.
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  • Training Day
    3

    Training Day

    Denzel Washington, Ethan Hawke, Scott Glenn
    65 votes

    Best Actor

    In the gritty urban drama Training Day, Jake Hoyt (Ethan Hawke), an idealistic rookie cop, embarks on his first day with the narcotics squad of the LAPD. His training officer, Alonzo Harris (Denzel Washington), is a seasoned detective with questionable methods and a blurred moral compass. Throughout the day, Hoyt is exposed to the harsh realities of law enforcement, navigating a world where right and wrong aren't always distinguishable. Denzel Washington's gripping performance garnered him an Academy Award for Best Actor. The film delves into police corruption, exploring its impact on those who uphold the law and those they protect.
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  • The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
    4

    The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

    Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara, Christopher Plummer
    83 votes

    Best Film Editing

    In the gripping thriller, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) is a disgraced journalist seeking redemption. He's hired to solve a decades-old disappearance by wealthy businessman Henrik Vanger (Christopher Plummer). Assisting him is Lisbeth Salander (Rooney Mara), a brilliant but troubled hacker with her own set of mysteries. Set in frigid Sweden, this film weaves complex narratives and chilling suspense. It garnered Rooney Mara an Academy Award nomination for her striking performance. This adaptation of Stieg Larsson's bestseller marks David Fincher's exquisite direction, known for its unflinching realism and atmospheric tension.
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  • Les Miserables
    5

    Les Miserables

    Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Hugh Jackman
    74 votes

    Best Supporting Actress, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Sound Mixing

    Les Misérables is a 2012 musical drama film directed by Tom Hooper, based on the 1862 French novel of the same name by Victor Hugo, which also inspired a 1980 concept album and 1985 musical by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg. Set in France during the early 19th century, the film tells the story of Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman), an ex-convict who decides to turn his life around.
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  • Hacksaw Ridge
    6

    Hacksaw Ridge

    Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Luke Bracey
    18 votes

    Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing

    Academy Award for Best Film Editing

    The true story of Pfc. Desmond T. Doss (Andrew Garfield), who won the Congressional Medal of Honor despite refusing to bear arms during WWII on religious grounds. Doss was drafted and ostracized by fellow soldiers for his pacifist stance but went on to earn respect and adoration for his bravery, selflessness and compassion after he risked his life -- without firing a shot -- to save 75 men in the Battle of Okinawa.
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  • Silver Linings Playbook
    7

    Silver Linings Playbook

    Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro
    43 votes

    Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role

    Silver Linings Playbook is a captivating blend of drama and romance, presented by David O. Russell. The narrative revolves around Pat Solitano (Bradley Cooper), who finds himself back in his parents' home after a stint in a mental institution. He's determined to reconcile with his estranged wife, but destiny has other plans when he crosses paths with Tiffany Maxwell (Jennifer Lawrence). Their oddball friendship forms the heart of this movie which won Lawrence an Academy Award for Best Actress. Robert De Niro also shines as Pat's superstitious father. A tale of love, resilience, and second chances unfolds amidst the backdrop of Philadelphia's most vibrant neighborhoods.
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  • The Imitation Game
    8

    The Imitation Game

    Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode
    17 votes

    Academy Award for Best Writing (Adapted Screenplay)

    In the heart of World War II, mathematics genius Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbatch) finds himself at the helm of a covert team of code-breakers. Their mission? To crack Germany's Enigma Code, a feat deemed impossible by many. Keira Knightley stars as Joan Clarke, Turing's confidante and fellow code-breaker. The Imitation Game is a gripping biographical drama that delves into the complexities of war, secrecy, and identity. This acclaimed film garnered eight Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and won for Best Adapted Screenplay. A tale of intellect against odds, it's an exploration of a hidden chapter in history.
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  • Rango
    9

    Rango

    Johnny Depp, Isla Fisher, Abigail Breslin
    65 votes

    Best Animated Film

    In the animated adventure-comedy Rango, Rango, a chameleon (voiced by Johnny Depp), stumbles into the gritty, gun-slinging town of Dirt. An outsider in this parched outpost, he reinvents himself as a tough-talking sheriff to bring law and order. However, when bandits threaten the town's precious water supply, Rango faces his first real test of bravery. Directed by Gore Verbinski, this film won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It showcases a unique blend of comedy and action, with standout performances from Isla Fisher and Bill Nighy as supporting characters.
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  • Marriage Story
    10

    Marriage Story

    Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, Azhy Robertson
    68 votes

    Best Supporting Actress 

    Marriage Story is a poignant drama where matrimony unravels into chaos. The film centers on Charlie Barber (Adam Driver), a successful theater director, and his wife Nicole (Scarlett Johansson), a former teen film actress transitioning towards television. Their marriage, once filled with shared dreams and mutual respect, crumbles under the weight of personal ambitions, leading them to a heart-wrenching divorce. Directed by Noah Baumbach, the movie garnered six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. A tale of love surviving its own demise, Marriage Story presents an intimate exploration of a family staying together amidst falling apart.
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  • Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio
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    Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio

    Ewan McGregor, Gregory Mann, David Bradley
    11 votes

    Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film

    A grieving father's wish magically brings a wooden marionette to life, giving him a chance to care for the child. However, the pair must struggle to find a place for themselves as Italy becomes embroiled in fascism.
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  • Phantom Thread
    12

    Phantom Thread

    Daniel Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps, Lesley Manville
    13 votes

    Academy Award for Best Costume Design

    Renowned dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock and his sister Cyril are at the center of British fashion in 1950s London -- dressing royalty, movie stars, heiresses, socialites and debutantes. Women come and go in Woodcock's life, providing the confirmed bachelor with inspiration and companionship. His carefully tailored existence soon gets disrupted by Alma, a young and strong-willed woman who becomes his muse and lover.
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  • My Octopus Teacher
    13

    My Octopus Teacher

    Craig Foster, Tom Foster
    39 votes

    Best Documentary Feature

    My Octopus Teacher is a 2020 Netflix Original documentary film directed by Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed. A diver is documented a year foraging a relationship with a wild common octopus in a South African kelp forest.
  • Roma
    14

    Roma

    Yalitza Aparicio, Marina de Tavira, Marco Graf
    83 votes

    Best Director, Best Foreign Language Film, Best Cinematography

    Cleo is one of two domestic workers who help Antonio and Sofía take care of their four children in 1970s Mexico City. Complications soon arise when Antonio suddenly runs away with his mistress and Cleo finds out that she's pregnant. When Sofía decides to take the kids on vacation, she invites Cleo for a much-needed getaway to clear her mind and bond with the family.
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  • Mank
    15

    Mank

    Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried, Lily Collins
    36 votes

    Best Production Design, Best Cinematography

    1930s Hollywood is reevaluated through the eyes of scathing wit and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish "Citizen Kane."
  • Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
    16

    Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

    Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Glynn Turman
    38 votes

    Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Costume Design 

    Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is a 2020 American drama film directed by George C. Wolfe, based on the 1982 play by August Wilson. During a recording session, tensions rise between "Mother of the Blues," Ma Rainey (Viola Davis), her ambitious horn player (Chadwick Boseman), and the white management.
  • Darkest Hour
    17

    Darkest Hour

    Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Ben Mendelsohn
    10 votes

    Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role

    Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling

    The fate of Western Europe hangs on Winston Churchill in the early days of World War II. The newly appointed British prime minister must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or fight on against incredible odds. During the next four weeks in 1940, Churchill cements his legacy as his courageous decisions and leadership help change the course of world history.
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  • American Factory
    18

    Best Documentary Feature

    American Factory is a 2019 American documentary film directed by Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert. A Chinese company revitalizes a General Motors plant in Moraine, a suburb in Ohio.
  • The Power of the Dog
    19

    The Power of the Dog

    Benedict Cumberbatch, Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons
    17 votes

    Academy Award for Best Directing

    A domineering rancher responds with mocking cruelty when his brother brings home a new wife and her son, until the unexpected comes to pass.
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  • Icarus
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    Icarus

    Bryan Fogel, Nikita Kamaev, Grigory Rodchenkov
    38 votes

    Best Documentary Feature

    Icarus is a 2017 documentary film directed by Bryan Fogel. While exploring the option of doping to win an amateur cycling race, Fogel happens upon a major international doping scandal when he asks for the help of Grigory Rodchenkov, the head of the Russian anti-doping laboratory.
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  • Pieces of a Woman
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    Pieces of a Woman

    Vanessa Kirby, Shia LaBeouf, Ellen Burstyn
    11 votes

    Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role

    A heartbreaking home birth leaves a woman grappling with the profound emotional fallout, isolated from her partner and family by a chasm of grief.
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  • The White Helmets
    22

    Best Short Documentary

    The White Helmets is a 2016 British short documentary film directed by Orlando von Einsiedel. The film follows the daily operations of a group of volunteer rescue workers of the Syrian Civil Defense, also known as the White Helmets.
  • The Last Days
    23

    Academy Award for Best Documentary

    In late 1944, even as they faced imminent defeat, the Nazis expended enormous resources to kill or deport over 425,000 Jews during the "cleansing" of Hungary. This Oscar-winning documentary, executive produced by Steven Spielberg, focuses on the plight of five Hungarian Jews who survived imprisonment in Auschwitz. Though these survivors recount the horrors they witnessed and endured as a result of the Nazis' "Final Solution," their individual triumphs are a testament to hope and humanity.
  • The Ballad of Buster Scruggs
    24

    The Ballad of Buster Scruggs

    Tim Blake Nelson, Willie Watson, David Krumholtz
    13 votes

    Academy Award for Best Writing (Adapted Screenplay)

    The Ballad of Buster Scruggs is a Coen Brothers' anthology that weaves six tales from the American frontier. Each segment explores the harsh and often absurd realities of life in the Old West, ranging from the musical misadventures of a sharp-shooting songster to the somber narrative of a traveling impresario and his orating quadruped. The series features an ensemble cast including Tim Blake Nelson, James Franco, and Liam Neeson, each playing their part in this tapestry of stories about fate and human nature. With its dark humor and poignant storytelling, the show looks into themes of mortality, isolation, and destiny.
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  • The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
    25

    The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

    Benedict Cumberbatch, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Kingsley
    5 votes

    Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film

    An adaptation of Roald Dahl's story about a rich man who sets out to master an extraordinary skill to cheat at gambling.
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  • Minari
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    Minari

    Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Youn Yuh-jung
    8 votes

    Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role

    A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of this new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home.
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