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These feature films were released in 2021 and received at least 700 audience votes on TMDB. They span diverse genres including drama, animation, action, and comedy.
Spoiler-free. Ranked by TMDB audience score. Filter used: movies released in 2021 with at least 700 audience votes on TMDB. Data checked November 13, 2026.
1. Palmer (2021)
A former football star returns from prison and forms a connection with a young boy from a troubled home.
| TMDB score | 8.1/10 (2030 votes) |
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| Runtime | 110 minutes |
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| Genres | Drama |
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| Director | Fisher Stevens |
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| Starring | Justin Timberlake, Ryder Allen, Juno Temple |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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2. Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021)
Bruce Wayne recruits a team of metahumans to protect the world following the sacrifice of Superman.
| TMDB score | 8.1/10 (11299 votes) |
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| Runtime | 242 minutes |
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| Genres | Action, Adventure, Fantasy |
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| Director | Zack Snyder |
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| Starring | Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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3. Cruella (2021)
In 1970s London, a young grifter named Estella pursues a career in fashion design alongside two thieves.
| TMDB score | 8.0/10 (10445 votes) |
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| Runtime | 134 minutes |
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| Genres | Comedy, Crime |
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| Director | Craig Gillespie |
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| Starring | Emma Stone, Emma Thompson, Joel Fry |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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4. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Peter Parker faces dangerous consequences after seeking help from Doctor Strange following the exposure of his secret identity.
| TMDB score | 7.9/10 (23551 votes) |
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| Runtime | 148 minutes |
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| Genres | Action, Adventure, Science Fiction |
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| Director | Jon Watts |
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| Starring | Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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5. CODA (2021)
Ruby, the only hearing member of a deaf family, struggles to balance her musical ambitions with her family responsibilities.
| TMDB score | 7.9/10 (2785 votes) |
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| Runtime | 112 minutes |
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| Genres | Drama, Music, Romance |
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| Director | Sian Heder |
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| Starring | Emilia Jones, Marlee Matlin, Troy Kotsur |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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6. Nobody (2021)
A suburban father experiences a resurgence of hidden rage after a home invasion triggers a violent confrontation.
| TMDB score | 7.8/10 (8921 votes) |
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| Runtime | 91 minutes |
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| Genres | Action, Thriller |
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| Director | Ilya Naishuller |
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| Starring | Bob Odenkirk, Aleksey Serebryakov, Connie Nielsen |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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7. Wish Dragon (2021)
A teenager seeks to reconnect with a childhood friend after encountering a dragon capable of granting wishes.
| TMDB score | 7.8/10 (1584 votes) |
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| Runtime | 99 minutes |
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| Genres | Animation, Family, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Adventure |
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| Director | Chris Appelhans |
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| Starring | Jimmy Wong, John Cho, Constance Wu |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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8. Ron's Gone Wrong (2021)
An 11-year-old boy navigates life with a malfunctioning robot in a world where digital bots are standard companions.
| TMDB score | 7.8/10 (2110 votes) |
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| Runtime | 107 minutes |
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| Genres | Animation, Science Fiction, Family, Comedy |
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| Director | Sarah Smith, Jean-Philippe Vine |
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| Starring | Jack Dylan Grazer, Zach Galifianakis, Ed Helms |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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9. Sing 2 (2021)
Buster and his troupe of performers attempt to debut a new show in the competitive Redshore City.
| TMDB score | 7.8/10 (4965 votes) |
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| Runtime | 110 minutes |
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| Genres | Animation, Comedy, Family, Music |
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| Director | Garth Jennings |
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| Starring | Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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10. The Mitchells vs. the Machines (2021)
A dysfunctional family must work together to save humanity during the onset of a sudden robot apocalypse.
| TMDB score | 7.8/10 (3578 votes) |
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| Runtime | 110 minutes |
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| Genres | Animation, Adventure, Comedy |
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| Director | Mike Rianda |
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| Starring | Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph |
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| Links | IMDb · TMDB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How were these movies ranked?
They are sorted by TMDB audience score after applying this filter: movies released in 2021 with at least 700 audience votes on TMDB. Scores change as people vote.
Are there spoilers in this list?
No. Descriptions are based on the official synopsis and avoid plot reveals.
Data checked on November 13, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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