22 Quintessentially British Movies to Cheer You Up

Town and Country Magazine said Though this beloved classic takes place during Christmas, the heartwarming film can really be viewed any day of the year. It stars all of your favorite British actors – Hugh Grant! Emma Thompson! Colin Firth! Keira Knightley! Liam Neeson! We could go on! – and weaves together a collection of love stories so varied that at least one of them is bound to resonate with you.

Town and Country Magazine said one of the best adaptations of Shakespeare's most iconic tragedy

Town and Country Magazine said It is, very simply, one of the best romantic comedies of all time.

Town and Country Magazine said This achingly poignant story of impossible romance is one of the most significant works from seminal British director David Lean.

Town and Country Magazine said Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger are one of the most influential filmmaking duos of all time, and no film better embodies their groundbreaking work than The Red Shoes.

Town and Country Magazine said The poignant movie (which is now a Broadway play) tells the story of a young boy growing up in a conservative town in Northeastern England who trains to become a ballerina against the wishes of his coal miner father.

Town and Country Magazine said If you're feeling The Crown withdrawal, you'll definitely want to check out this Oscar-winning royal drama

Town and Country Magazine said When a young English girl falsely accuses her sister’s lover of a heinous crime, a heartbreaking downward spiral ensues. The film earned a handful of Academy Award nominations and took home the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture in 2008.

Town and Country Magazine said This visually innovative and psychologically rich thriller often tops lists of the Best British Films of All Time, and with good reason.

Town and Country Magazine said The movie is worth watching if only for the Duchess’s extravagant costumes and houses.

Town and Country Magazine said Though we can’t recommend the sequels as highly, the original movie is one of the best romantic comedies ever made. Renee Zellweger's performance as the lovelorn but plucky Bridget is one for the ages

Town and Country Magazine said Though no actor will ever top Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy in the BBC series, Matthew Macfadyen gives him a run for his money in this surprisingly memorable 2005 adaptation of Jane Austen's beloved classic