There are many ways to define what an independent film is. but for the purposes of the list we’re going with films that were not produced by one of the major movie studios. Many of them were later picked up and distributed by a bigger production company, but that’s probably why you’ve heard of most of them. The fun part of using this definition is that the list includes films from many different genres including comedy, horror, coming of age, musical and mockumentary films. These films also highlight the beginning of some of Hollywood’s most famous auteurs including Noah Baumbach, Taika Waititi, Christopher Nolan, David Lynch, Barry Jenkins and Damian Chazelle. Read on to discover some of the very best of the indie genre and where you can stream these movies online right now.
Where can I watch the best indie movies of all time?
No matter what types of movies you like to watch, this list has something for everyone; whether it be classics like Little Miss Sunshine and Juno or lesser appreciated titles like Tangerine and The Peanut Butter Falcon. Check out 30 of the best indie movies of all time below and find out where to watch them on platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more!