After treating dad to breakfast in bed or a filling lunch, why not sit back, relax and enjoy an afternoon of affordable fun? This Father’s Day, create your own movie day and treat dear old dad to a few of these entertaining flicks in honor of fathers. Turn off all the electronic devices, make a great big batch of popcorn and give dad the easy chair. Whether these movies make you laugh or cry, one thing is certain; they all shine the spotlight on dads.

Top 15 Father's Day Movies

Father’s Day Comedies:

1. Mrs. Doubtfire - Robin Williams will stop at nothing to be close to his kids in this funny film directed by Chris Columbus. Sally Field and Pierce Brosnan co-star. 
 

2. Planes, Trains and Automobiles – This John Hughes film stars the late John Candy, who plays a lovable yet annoying character who is driving Steve Martin completely nuts! Watch what happens to the duo in this 1987 movie.

3. National Lampoon’s Vacation – Just in time for summer vacation, this funny movie is a must-see for Father’s Day. Ah, poor Clark Griswold. All he wants to do is take the fam for a nice family-filled vacation to Wally World. This John Hughes movie is packed full of laughs and stars funny man Chevy Chase, Randy Quaid and Beverly D’Angelo. Christy Brinkley, John Candy and Anthony Michael Hall also appear in this 1983 flick.

4. Beethoven - If dad is an animal lover, he’ll love this movie. Bonnie Hunt and Charles Grodin play parents in this light-hearted movie from 1992. The supporting cast includes many four-legged friends.

5. Mr. Mom – This role-reversal movie is great for both Father’s Day and Mother’s Day. If you ever thought that being a stay-at-home mom was simple, guess again! In yet another John Hughes film, the movies features Michael Keaton, Martin Mull and funny gal Teri Garr.

6. Guess Who – An updated version of Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, Ashton Kutcher and the late Bernie Mac star in this funny 2005 film remake.

Father’s Day Drama & Action Movies:

7. Kramer vs. Kramer – Even dad will shed a tear during this 1979 award-winning tear-jerker. Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep are brilliant in this movie about a dad who learns to be both mom and dad after mom takes off.

8. Pursuit of Happiness – This movie is a must-see for the entire family. Will Smith and real-life son Jaden, star in this true story about a man down on his luck that pulls himself up in a great big way.

9. Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner – This classic movie from 1967 stars Academy winners Spencer Tracy and Kate Hepburn in a film that deals with much more than parenting. Sidney Poitier also stars.

10. Field of Dreams – This all-time favorite is a must-see that’ll leave you with that warm-and-fuzzy feeling. Watch as a simple Iowa farmer, played by Kevin Costner, transforms his quiet farm into something spectacular. James Earl Jones and Amy Madigan also star in this 1989 movie.

11. On Golden Pond – This beautiful film stars Henry Fonda as Norman and Katherine Hepburn as the good-hearted Ethel Thayer. Norman always had a strained relationship with his daughter, played by real-life daughter Jane Fonda. Dabney Coleman co-stars. The beautifully done movie explores the relationship between parents and children as well as growing old.

12. Empire Strikes Back – This 1980 George Lucas classic Star Wars epic stars Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher and Mark Hamill. The film also includes a fantastic soundtrack.

13. The Godfather – This award-winning movie includes an all-star cast. Marlon Brando, Diane Keaton, Al Pacino, Robert Duval and James Caan star in this 1972 epic flick about the Mafia brilliantly directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The film’s music is also phenomenal.

14. Ransom – Life is good for successful tycoon, Mel Gibson and his beautiful wife played by Renee Russo, until their son is kidnapped. Gary Sinise costars in this thriller directed by Ron Howard.

 15.  Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade - What dad doesn't love a good action movie?  Harrison Ford is joined by his movie dad Sean Connery in this1989 Indiana Jones action-packed flick directed by Stephen Spielberg.

Be sure to give dad a heart-felt electronic or printable Father's Day card, for free!    And check out the Top 10 Mother's Day Movies  for affordable fun for mom. Happy Father's Day!