The 30 best movie double bills to relive the glory days of cinema

Double features used to be a regular occurrence at cinemas. Movie theatres enticed audiences with the appeal of not one, but TWO must-see flicks, and more popcorn than is humanly possible to eat over the course of four hours. You’re less likely to experience them at your regular movie theatre nowadays, but that doesn’t mean they’re gone completely. Nope. Thanks to home streaming, and the vast array of movies available at the touch of a button, it’s much easier for you to mastermind your own movie double bills from the comfort of the couch. 

Let’s face it, real film nerds don’t settle down for just one movie. No. If you’re a bona fide cinephile, you’ll hunker down with a couple. But, if you’re not sure how you go about curating the best movie double bills, then look no further than our top 30 duos. We’ve got every cinematic whim covered. We’ve got films with similar themes, the same leading actors, from one director… this rundown of the best movie double bills covers all sorts of angles to bring you an evening of harmonious movie bliss. Enjoy!

By Gem Seddon