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Summer is in the air. The temperature is climbing and vacation plans are being locked in. And while you could spend the next few months outdoors, there’s a strong variety of seasonal watches on Netflix that will be aiming to convince you to stay indoors instead.My own summer plans usually revolve around drawing the blinds, switching on the AC (or oversized fan, in my case), and enjoying some great movies that range from blockbusters to sun-soaked romantic comedies and a few enjoyable adventures perfect for the whole family.I’ve combed through Netflix’s sprawling movie library and picked out five movies that are going straight into my summer watchlist. These films deliver plenty of sun and fun and are good enough to keep you inside.‘People We Meet on Vacation’ (2026)
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One of Netflix’s first original movies of 2026 was a sun-soaked rom-com that offered a dose of escapism during the winter, but now that the summer season has arrived, it feels like an even better time to watch. To be upfront, I had my issues with it (Read my full "People We Meet on Vacation" review for details), but I was seemingly in the minority as viewers and plenty of critics embraced its seasonal charm. So, I’m putting my personal taste aside here and giving it a recommendation.Based on the novel by Emily Henry, Poppy (Emily Bader) is a free spirit who prefers going with the flow, while Alex (Tom Blyth) is highly strung and obsessed with planning. Nevertheless, these two opposite personalities become best friends and agree to take a summer vacation together every year. Set over multiple summers, their friendship becomes complicated when romantic feelings blossom and romantic rivals arrive on the scene.Watch "People We Meet on Vacation" on Netflix now‘The Lost City’ (2022)
