6 Of the Best St. Patrick’s Day Movies to Watch with the Family

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In honor of one of Ireland’s saints, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in March. And when the celebration came to the United States, we made sure to honor Irish culture during the festivities. So why not watch some St. Patrick’s Day movies with the family to get engrossed in the holiday, like these amazing selections!

6. Finian’s Rainbow, Prime Video (1968)

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The 1968 fantasy musical film, Finian’s Rainbow is one of the best St. Patrick’s Day movies, and was an adaptation of the 1947 stage musical. starring Fred Astaire, Petula Clark, and Tommy Steele, the movie follows an Irishman and his daughter who steal a leprechaun’s magic pot of gold and emigrate to the American South. However, when arriving, they become involved in a dispute between rural landowners and a greedy U.S. senator.

5. Leap Year, Prime Video (2010)

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Leap Year is one of the best St. Patrick’s Day movies if you want a lighthearted romantic comedy to watch. The 2010 film stars Amy Adams and Matthew Goode, and the plot revolves around the two as Adams, who plays Anna, decides to travel to Dublin to propose to her boyfriend on leap day, as Irish tradition allows. it’s an adorable film that the whole family will love and that celebrates Irish culture.

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4. Darby O’Gill and the Little People, Prime Video (1959)

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Next on the list of best St. Patrick’s Day movies is the 1959 fantasy adventure film, Darby O’Gill and the Little People. The movie is adapted from the Darby O’Gill stories of Herminie Templeton Kavanagh. The plot follows a wild old codger who matches wits with the King of Leprechauns and helps play matchmaker for his daughter and the strapping lad who has replaced him as caretaker.

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3. The Quiet Man, Pluto (1952)

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The Quiet Man is a 1952 romantic comedy-drama produced by John Ford and stars John Wayne, Maureen O’Hara, Victor McLaglen, Barry Fitzgerald, Arthur Shields, and Ward Bond. The story is based on the 1933 short story of the same name by Maurice Walsh. The story follows a retired boxer who returns to his village and falls for a spirited redhead whose brother does not approve of their relationship.

2. The Secret of Kells, Prime Video (2009)

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The Secret of Kells is considered one of the best St. Patrick’s Day movies and is a perfect watch for the whole family. The 2009 animated fantasy drama is about the making of the Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript from the 9th century. The story follows a young boy whose village is under siege and is whisked away on a journey with a master illuminator. Not only is this a fantastic story, but educational as well.

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1. Wolfwalkers, Apple TV (2020)

The number one best St. Patrick’s Day movie of all time is Wolfwalkers, a 2020 animated fantasy adventure film. Interestingly enough, this is the third film by the same creator as The Secret of Kells. In this story, a young apprentice and her father journey to Ireland to wipe out the last wolf pack. But once she befriends a free-spirited girl from a mysterious tribe, everything changes. It’s such a magical story that deserves to be watched this holiday season.