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Wisconsin | Culture > Entertainment

A Cinematic November

Isabel Fernandez Student Contributor, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Kate O’Leary Student Contributor, University of Wisconsin - Madison
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wisconsin chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve found myself consistently in front of the TV and under my fuzzy blankets, especially with the seasons changing and the holidays right around the corner. After a long day, it’s acceptable to binge-watch your favorite movie or show. At the same time, there’s a massive downside. With so many platforms and apps to use, it can be overwhelming to find a perfect match for the night’s mood. There comes a point when endlessly scrolling through the numerous apps followed by countless categories becomes more trouble than it’s worth. Keep reading to avoid that with a quick list of favorites from each streaming platform, no matter what you’re feeling! 

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Netflix

Movies: 

  • The Help 
    • Keywords: History, racial justice, female empowerment 
  • 1BR 
    • Keywords: Horror, adventure, suspense 
  • Enola Holmes 
    • Keywords: Mystery, detective story, fiction 
  • Blackfish 
    • Keywords: Documentary, nature, sea creatures 
  • Perks of Being A Wallflower 
    • Keywords: Fiction, adventure, adolescence 
  • My Best Friend’s Wedding 
    • Keywords: Comedy, chick-flick, love story 
  • The Trial of the Chicago 7 
    • Keywords: Non-fiction, crime, Chicago 1960’s 

Shows: 

  • The Haunting of Bly Manor 
    • Keywords: Scary, independent, adventure 
  • The Haunting of Hill House 
    • Keywords: Family, horror, independent 
  • The Vampire Diaries 
    • Keywords: Fiction, vampires, romance 
  • Grey’s Anatomy 
    • Keywords: Hospital, drama, time commitment 
  • All American 
    • Keywords: Football, racial justice, conflict 
  • New Girl 
    • Keywords: Comedy, quirky, friendship 

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Disney Plus

Movies: 

  • Onward 
    • Keywords: Family, quest, animation 
  • Clouds 
    • Keywords: Music, performance, sickness 
  • Christopher Robin 
    • Keywords: Classic, re-imagined, adventure 
  • The Fault in Our Stars 
    • Keywords: Love, stories, sickness 
  • Because of Winn-Dixie 
    • Keywords: Adventure, childhood, friendship 
  • Atlantis 
    • Keywords: Animation, classic, fantasy 
  • Big Hero 6 
    • Keywords: Invention, creativity, adventure 

Shows: 

  • Hannah Montana 
    • Keywords: Childhood, high school, music 
  • Wizards of Waverly Place 
    • Keywords: Magic, family, comedy 
  • Good Luck Charlie 
    • Keywords: Siblings, school, realistic 
  • Lizzie McGuire 
    • Keywords: Adventure, animated, funny 
  • The Suite Life of Zack and Cody 
    • Keywords: Siblings, comedy, adventure 

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Hulu

Movies: 

  • A Simple Favor 
    • Keywords: Mystery, family, friends 
  • Spirit 
    • Keywords: Animation, kids and family, wonder 
  • The Wedding Planner 
    • Keywords: Love, work, fate 
  • Super 8 
    • Keywords: Crime, mystery, friendship 
  • Parasite 
    • Keywords: Life, jobs, family 
  • Footloose 
    • Keywords: Faith, dancing, romance 

Shows: 

  • One Tree Hill 
    • Keywords: Life, love, change 
  • Love Island 
    • Keywords: Love, international, reality 
  • Grey’s Anatomy 
    • Keywords: Hospital, drama, time commitment 
  • Scandal 
    • Keywords: Law, crime, justice 
  • The Bachelorette 
    • Keywords: Competition, love, travel 

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Hopefully, this list helps you the next time you’re feeling stuck or don’t know what you’re in the mood for. While this list is ever-changing depending on the month and what’s available, these are my go-to’s for the month and I hope you enjoyed reading the list as much as I did putting it together!

Isabel Fernandez

Wisconsin '22

UW-Madison Senior,
Creative Writing and Spanish major
Hometown: Waukesha, WI
Kate O’Leary

Wisconsin '23

Kate is currently a senior at the University of Wisconsin Madison majoring in Biology, Psychology and Sociology. She is the proud co-president of Her Campus Wisconsin. Kate enjoys indoor cycling, spending time with friends, cheering on the Badgers and making the absolute best crepes ever!