Summer Is All About Chill Vibes! Sizzle Down Saturday With These 10+ Summer Movies
Outside is calling, and so is movie night.
Summer is made of a million relaxing things to do, and watching summer-themed flicks is definitely on the list. These movies embody all the endearing parts of the season like romance, adventure, and, of course, beaches. So at the end of your own sunny day, come home to these movies.
The Parent Trap | 1998
If you thought Lindsay Lohan had a twin because of this movie, you are not alone. Two identical twins who don't know about each other's existence meet by chance at summer camp. The two girls bond and devise a plan to get their separated parents back together by swapping places.
Dirty Dancing | 1987
This movie takes place in Catskills, New York, where Baby and her family vacation for the summer. During her time there, Baby falls in love with her dance instructor Johnny Castle, played by Patrick Swayze. The pair overcome class differences (and a questionable age gap), but overall this movie captures the essence of a dreamy summer romance.
In the Heights | 2021
Summer in New York City is unmatched, and in this Lin Manuel musical, Washington Heights comes alive through song and dance. As the cost of living in the city increases, Usnavi questions whether he should start a new life in the Dominican Republic. But his love for the Heights makes it a hard decision.
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants | 2005
Imagine a pair of pants that fit you and your entire squad perfectly. This happens to four besties who are about to spend their first summer apart. They stay connected by sharing a pair of jeans throughout the summer. And along their various adventures, they strengthen their friendship as young women.
Mamma Mia! | 2008
On the day before her wedding, Sophie invites three men she believes could be her father. This throws her secretive mother for a loop and puts added pressure on Sophie’s upcoming nuptials. Through fun musical numbers, Sophie and the rest of the cast deal with the drama, which takes place on the gorgeous fictional Greek island, Kalokairi.
Adventureland | 2009
No summer is complete without a visit to the amusement park. So welcome to Adventureland, starring Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg, who play teens who are just trying to figure things out before summer ends. While they work at an amusement park, drama ensues, hearts are broken and lessons are learned.