Top Movies for Dads
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That probably means that a couple of Dads would have taken leave and enjoying the holidays.
If you are spending time with your Dad in front of the telly, instead of watching your favourite youtube channel over and over again, why not let Dad have the control and let him watch his favourite shows. You could also surprise your dads with this list of specially curated shows for Dad.
For the Funny Dad
Forrest Gump
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Can't believe that this show is 25 years old. This 1994 comedy-drama film is a classic underdog film where the main lead through the odds succeed with life and have a child. It's a comedy and it's a weeper too!
Honourable Mention: Lethal Weapon
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With its witty dialogue and action pack sequence, this buddy cop show is a favourite with older dads. That's a dad story in it too,
For the Intelligent Dad
Shawshank Redemption
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Dad's movies may not necessarily need a Dad story in it. If it has a good storyline, great acting and a compelling tale, the movie would make it to the list. Shawshank Redemption is one of them with the clever storyline and great twist at the end. It's a clever tale for the intelligent Dad
Honourable Mention : Dead Poet's Society
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If your Dad is into humanities such as literature, he would love this. If he is a teacher, he would appreciate this. 'Carpe, carpe diem, seize the day Boys, Make Life extraordinary'
For the Reservist Dad
Saving Private Ryan
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For Dad who had been in the army, he would have understood the camaraderie among soldiers. He would also understand why you need to do what you have to do in the army even though it might not make sense to him. Saving Private Ryan will bring back those memories.
Honourable Mention: Top Gun
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Sometimes Dad just wants to be the hero. If they can't do it in real life, they can always watch Top Gun
For the Fit Dad
Rocky
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If your Dad is the gym rat or is looking to keep fit, Watch the whole Rocky series to inspire him!
Honourable Mention: Jerry Maguire
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This one is for the Dad who thinks he wants to keep fit, but in reality, is just a talker not a doer.
For the Financial Dad
The Pursuit of Happiness
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For the banker Dad. It's not always about the money, it's what you do your job for.
Honourable Mention : Wall Street
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This one is for Dads would aspire to be bankers or financial consultants out there.
For the Geeky Dad
All Star Wars Movies
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If your Dad is a bona fide geek, this is a must-watch. The Father and Son Storyline is pretty intense, especially for the first 3 movies. Have a marathon session with him!
Honourable Mention: All Avengers Movie
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This one is for the comic fans. If Star Wars is a Marathon, this is a Marathon on steroids. Dad would love to be a Superhero, especially in the eyes of their child.
For the Patriotic Dad
The Patriot
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Is your Dad someone who always stand at attention when the National Anthem is sung? This show is for him then!
Honourable Mention: Gladiator
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A one-man crusade to avenge his family. Dads who cherish families more than anything else would relate.
For the Romantic Dad
Love Actually
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This Christmas Love story will melt even the toughest Dad out there, turning them into little kittens that you always knew that they are.
Honourable Mention: Always be my Maybe
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This Netflix original is a sleeper hit and will bring butterflies to the stomach.
For the Action Pack Dad
Terminator
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Who will be back?
Dad would always say this line when he reaches out for the cane when the children misbehave
Honourable Mention: Ip Man
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Secretly, your dad wants to be a kung fu master. He just has not started training yet.
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