Celebrate May 10 with heartfelt stories that reflect nuestra cultura and the power of motherhood.
Mother’s Day is a special occasion to honor the love, sacrifices, and wisdom of the women who raised us. And what better way to celebrate than with a movie marathon that captures the tenderness, complexity, and strength of motherhood?
From Hollywood favorites to Latin American gems, this bilingual top 10 list offers something for every kind of mom (and movie lover).
- Lady Bird (2017) – USA
A raw and heartfelt look at the love-hate relationship between a rebellious teenager and her strong-willed mother. Directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf, this is perfect for moms and daughters who’ve been through it all together.
Available on: Prime Video, Apple TV
- Daughter from Another Mother (Madre Solo Hay Dos, 2021) – Mexico
A hilarious and touching Mexican series about two women who discover their babies were switched at birth. They decide to raise the babies together, forming an unconventional new family.
Available on: Netflix
- Stepmom (1998) – USA
Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon star in this emotional drama about a terminally ill mother and the woman who will become her children’s stepmother. Heartfelt and powerful—you’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll call your mom.
Available on: Hulu, Prime Video
- My Mother’s Wish List (Mi Lista de Deseos, 2023) – USA
Sofía Carson stars as a young woman who receives a series of video messages from her late mother, guiding her to complete a heartfelt bucket list. A beautiful story about a mother’s legacy and lasting love.
Available on: Netflix
- Mamma Mia! (2008) – USA/Greece
A joyful musical about a daughter inviting three of her mother’s former lovers to her wedding in hopes of discovering who her real father is. Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried shine in this ABBA-filled celebration of motherhood.
Available on: Peacock, Apple TV
- Mother’s Day (2016) – USA
Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, and Julia Roberts star in this ensemble comedy about different women navigating motherhood in the days leading up to Mother’s Day. Light, funny, and full of sweet moments.
Available on: Amazon Prime Video
- Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) – USA
This mind-bending sci-fi epic doubles as a moving story about a mother and daughter trying to understand each other. Michelle Yeoh gives a stunning performance as a woman navigating the multiverse—and motherhood.
Available on: Paramount+, Showtime
- Otherhood (2019) – USA
Three moms (Angela Bassett, Patricia Arquette, and Felicity Huffman) feel abandoned by their adult sons and decide to surprise them in New York City. A hilarious and touching take on the empty nest phase of motherhood.
Available on: Netflix
- How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (2024) – Thailand
Though not strictly a Mother’s Day movie, this emotional story of a young man who becomes his grandmother’s caregiver will tug at your heartstrings and remind you of the sacrifices made by maternal figures across generations.
Available on: Netflix
- Under the Same Moon (La Misma Luna, 2007) – Mexico/USA
A heart-wrenching tale about a young boy who crosses the U.S.-Mexico border to reunite with his mother, who left everything behind to work and provide for him. A tribute to the courage of immigrant mothers.
Available on: Prime Video, Vix
Bonus Picks – For Classic Drama Lovers
- Mildred Pierce (1945) – A noir masterpiece about a hardworking mom and her troubled daughter.
- The Joy Luck Club (1993) – A multi-generational look at Chinese-American mothers and their daughters, based on Amy Tan’s bestselling novel.
So pop the popcorn, grab some tissues, and spend Mother’s Day celebrating the strongest woman in your life—with a screen full of stories that reflect just how much she means to you.
