Best 2000 Movies

The Best 2000 lineup on 123movies kicks off the new millennium with a bang — stream the top movies of 2000 in full HD, no sign-up hassle. From iconic thrillers to raw drama and early-2000s charm, this mix still holds up. These flicks set the tone for a generation and dropped more than a few classics. Hit rewind — only on 123movies.

Traffic Traffic 7.5 2h 27min
Traffic
IMDb: 7.5
2h 27min

Directed by Steven Soderbergh, this gripping drama intricately weaves together multiple storylines to explore the complex world of drug trafficking from various perspectives, including law enforcement, users, and traffickers. The…

Thirteen Days Thirteen Days 7.3 2h 25min
Thirteen Days
IMDb: 7.3
2h 25min

Set against the backdrop of the Cuban Missile Crisis, this film offers a gripping portrayal of the tense 13-day standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union in 1962….

Finding Forrester Finding Forrester 7.3 2h 16min
Finding Forrester
IMDb: 7.3
2h 16min

In this 2000 drama directed by Gus Van Sant, a reclusive writer, played by Sean Connery, forms an unlikely friendship with a gifted young student from the Bronx, portrayed by…

Battle Royale Battle Royale 7.5 1h 54min
Battle Royale
IMDb: 7.5
1h 54min

In a dystopian future, a group of high school students is forced into a deadly game of survival on a remote island, where they must fight each other to the…

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Miss Congeniality Miss Congeniality 6.3 1h 49min
Miss Congeniality
IMDb: 6.3
1h 49min

In this 2000 comedy directed by Donald Petrie, Sandra Bullock stars as an FBI agent who goes undercover at a beauty pageant to prevent a potential bombing. The film cleverly…

Chocolat Chocolat 7.2 2h 1min
Chocolat
IMDb: 7.2
2h 1min

In a quaint French village, a mysterious woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop that challenges the town’s rigid social norms and traditions. The film stars Juliette Binoche, Johnny…

Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker 7.7 1h 16min
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
IMDb: 7.7
1h 16min

In this animated feature, the futuristic Gotham City faces a new threat as the notorious Joker returns, challenging the young Batman, Terry McGinnis, to protect the city and uncover the…

The Emperor’s New Groove The Emperor’s New Groove 7.4 1h 18min
The Emperor’s New Groove
IMDb: 7.4
1h 18min

In this animated comedy, a self-centered young emperor named Kuzco is transformed into a llama by his power-hungry advisor, Yzma. Stranded in the jungle, Kuzco must rely on a kind-hearted…

Quills Quills 7.2 2h 4min
Quills
IMDb: 7.2
2h 4min

Set in the tumultuous times of post-revolutionary France, this film explores the life of the infamous Marquis de Sade, played by Geoffrey Rush, who is confined to an asylum. The…

You Can Count on Me You Can Count on Me 7.5 1h 51min
You Can Count on Me
IMDb: 7.5
1h 51min

In this heartfelt drama, the story revolves around the complex relationship between a single mother and her wayward brother, who returns to their small hometown after a long absence. The…

Genre: Best 2000, Drama
Unbreakable Unbreakable 7.3 1h 46min
Unbreakable
IMDb: 7.3
1h 46min

In this intriguing thriller, Bruce Willis stars as David Dunn, a man who miraculously survives a catastrophic train accident without a scratch, leading him to question his own existence and…

Blinkende lygter Blinkende lygter 7.5 1h 49min
Blinkende lygter
IMDb: 7.5
1h 49min

In this Danish crime-comedy, four small-time criminals, led by the character played by Søren Pilmark, find themselves on the run after a heist goes awry. Seeking refuge in an abandoned…

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Malena Malena 7.4 1h 48min
Malena
IMDb: 7.4
1h 48min

Set in a small Sicilian town during World War II, this film follows the story of a young boy named Renato who becomes infatuated with a beautiful and mysterious woman…

Pay It Forward Pay It Forward 7.2 2h 3min
Pay It Forward
IMDb: 7.2
2h 3min

In this heartfelt drama directed by Mimi Leder, a young boy named Trevor McKinney, played by Haley Joel Osment, embarks on a mission to change the world through a simple…

Genre: Best 2000, Drama
Memento Memento 8.4 1h 53min
Memento
IMDb: 8.4
1h 53min

Directed by Christopher Nolan, this psychological thriller follows Leonard Shelby, played by Guy Pearce, as he seeks to avenge his wife’s murder while grappling with short-term memory loss. The narrative…

Requiem for a Dream Requiem for a Dream 8.3 1h 42min
Requiem for a Dream
IMDb: 8.3
1h 42min

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this intense drama explores the harrowing descent into addiction experienced by four interconnected characters. The film stars Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, and Marlon Wayans,…

Meet the Parents Meet the Parents 7.0 1h 48min
Meet the Parents
IMDb: 7
1h 48min

In this comedic tale directed by Jay Roach, a young man named Greg Focker, played by Ben Stiller, embarks on a weekend trip to meet his girlfriend’s parents. The situation…

Remember The Titans Remember The Titans 7.8 1h 53min
Remember The Titans
IMDb: 7.8
1h 53min

Set in the early 1970s, this film explores the challenges and triumphs of a newly integrated high school football team in Virginia. Under the leadership of Coach Herman Boone, played…

Tigerland Tigerland 6.9 1h 41min
Tigerland
IMDb: 6.9
1h 41min

Set during the Vietnam War, this film follows a group of young recruits undergoing advanced infantry training at a Louisiana military camp. The story centers on Private Roland Bozz, played…

Genre: Best 2000, Drama, War
Yi Yi Yi Yi 8.1 2h 53min
Yi Yi
IMDb: 8.1
2h 53min

Directed by Edward Yang, this acclaimed film intricately weaves the lives of a middle-class Taipei family, exploring themes of existential contemplation and the complexities of modern life. The narrative unfolds…

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Almost Famous Almost Famous 7.9 2h 2min
Almost Famous
IMDb: 7.9
2h 2min

Set in the vibrant rock and roll scene of the early 1970s, this film follows a teenage journalist, William Miller, who lands a dream assignment to write for Rolling Stone…

Sexy Beast Sexy Beast 7.3 1h 29min
Sexy Beast
IMDb: 7.3
1h 29min

In this intense British crime drama, retired safecracker Gal Dove, played by Ray Winstone, is living a peaceful life in Spain until his tranquility is shattered by the arrival of…

Men Of Honor Men Of Honor 7.2 2h 9min
Men Of Honor
IMDb: 7.2
2h 9min

This film, directed by George Tillman Jr., is a gripping drama that follows the inspiring journey of Carl Brashear, the first African American master diver in the U.S. Navy. Starring…

Brother Brother 7.1 1h 54min
Brother
IMDb: 7.1
1h 54min

A Japanese Yakuza gangster, whose lethal lifestyle forces him to flee his country, finds himself in Los Angeles, California. There, he is welcomed by his younger brother and his brother’s…

Pollock Pollock 7.0 2h 2min
Pollock
IMDb: 7
2h 2min

This biographical drama delves into the tumultuous life of the influential American painter Jackson Pollock, portrayed by Ed Harris, who also directed the film. The narrative explores Pollock’s rise to…

Before Night Falls Before Night Falls 7.1 2h 13min
Before Night Falls
IMDb: 7.1
2h 13min

This biographical drama chronicles the life of Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas, capturing his journey from a rural upbringing to becoming a celebrated literary figure. The film delves into…

Snatch. Snatch. 8.2 1h 42min
Snatch.
IMDb: 8.2
1h 42min

Directed by Guy Ritchie, this film is a fast-paced crime comedy that intertwines multiple storylines centered around a stolen diamond. The narrative follows a colorful cast of characters, including a…

O Brother, Where Art Thou? O Brother, Where Art Thou? 7.7 1h 47min
O Brother, Where Art Thou?
IMDb: 7.7
1h 47min

Set in the Deep South during the 1930s, this film follows the comedic and adventurous journey of three escaped convicts, led by the charming and fast-talking Ulysses Everett McGill, played…

Ginger Snaps Ginger Snaps 6.8 1h 48min
Ginger Snaps
IMDb: 6.8
1h 48min

In this Canadian horror film directed by John Fawcett, two teenage sisters, Ginger and Brigitte, navigate the trials of adolescence in their suburban town. Their lives take a dark turn…

Werckmeister Harmonies Werckmeister Harmonies 8.0 2h 25min
Werckmeister Harmonies
IMDb: 8
2h 25min

Set in a desolate Hungarian town, this film follows the story of a young man named János Valuska, who becomes embroiled in the chaos that ensues when a mysterious circus…

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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 7.9 2min
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
IMDb: 7.9
2min

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Qing Dynasty China, this film weaves a tale of love, honor, and betrayal. The story follows the journey of a legendary warrior, played by…

Chopper Chopper 7.1 1h 34min
Chopper
IMDb: 7.1
1h 34min

This gritty biographical crime drama, directed by Andrew Dominik, delves into the life of notorious Australian criminal Mark “Chopper” Read. The film stars Eric Bana in a transformative performance as…

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Chicken Run Chicken Run 7.1 1h 24min
Chicken Run
IMDb: 7.1
1h 24min

In this stop-motion animated adventure, a group of chickens led by the determined Ginger attempts to escape from a farm where they are destined to become pies. Their hopes are…

Amores perros Amores perros 8.0 2h 34min
Amores perros
IMDb: 8
2h 34min

This gripping drama weaves together three distinct narratives connected by a car accident in Mexico City, exploring themes of love, loss, and the human condition. Directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu,…

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Gangster No. 1 Gangster No. 1 6.7 1h 43min
Gangster No. 1
IMDb: 6.7
1h 43min

Set in the gritty underworld of London, this film follows the rise of a ruthless gangster, portrayed by Paul Bettany, as he navigates the treacherous world of organized crime. The…

In the Mood for Love In the Mood for Love 8.1 1h 38min
In the Mood for Love
IMDb: 8.1
1h 38min

Set in 1960s Hong Kong, this film explores the complex emotional landscape of two neighbors, played by Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung, who form a deep bond after suspecting their…

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Billy Elliot Billy Elliot 7.7 1h 50min
Billy Elliot
IMDb: 7.7
1h 50min

Set against the backdrop of the 1984-85 miners’ strike in Northern England, this film follows the journey of an 11-year-old boy who discovers a passion for ballet, challenging the traditional…

Dancer in the Dark Dancer in the Dark 7.9 2h 15min
Dancer in the Dark
IMDb: 7.9
2h 15min

This poignant drama, directed by Lars von Trier, follows the story of Selma, a Czech immigrant and single mother working in a factory in rural America. Played by the talented…

Gladiator Gladiator 8.5 2h 35min
Gladiator
IMDb: 8.5
2h 35min

Set in the grandeur of ancient Rome, this epic historical drama follows the journey of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a once-powerful general who is betrayed and reduced to slavery. As a…

Frequency Frequency 7.4 1h 58min
Frequency
IMDb: 7.4
1h 58min

In this intriguing science fiction thriller directed by Gregory Hoblit, a unique connection is established between a father and son across time through a mysterious ham radio. The film stars…

Where the Heart is Where the Heart is 6.7 2min
Where the Heart is
IMDb: 6.7
2min

In this heartfelt drama directed by Matt Williams, a young pregnant woman, played by Natalie Portman, finds herself abandoned at a Walmart in a small Oklahoma town. As she navigates…

Love & Basketball Love & Basketball 7.2 2h 4min
Love & Basketball
IMDb: 7.2
2h 4min

This romantic drama, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, follows the intertwined lives of two childhood friends, Monica and Quincy, who share a deep passion for basketball. As they grow up, their…

American Psycho American Psycho 7.6 1h 42min
American Psycho
IMDb: 7.6
1h 42min

Set in the opulent world of 1980s Manhattan, this film follows Patrick Bateman, a wealthy and successful investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer. The movie…

The Road to El Dorado The Road to El Dorado 6.9 1h 29min
The Road to El Dorado
IMDb: 6.9
1h 29min

In this animated adventure, two charming con artists, Tulio and Miguel, voiced by Kevin Kline and Kenneth Branagh, embark on a quest to find the legendary city of gold. Their…

Erin Brockovich Erin Brockovich 7.5 2h 11min
Erin Brockovich
IMDb: 7.5
2h 11min

In this compelling drama directed by Steven Soderbergh, Julia Roberts delivers a powerful performance as a determined legal assistant who uncovers a major environmental scandal. The film follows her journey…

High Fidelity High Fidelity 7.4 1h 53min
High Fidelity
IMDb: 7.4
1h 53min

In this 2000 film directed by Stephen Frears, the story follows Rob Gordon, a record store owner and music enthusiast, as he navigates the complexities of his romantic relationships. The…

Wonder Boys Wonder Boys 7.2 1h 47min
Wonder Boys
IMDb: 7.2
1h 47min

In this film directed by Curtis Hanson, Michael Douglas stars as Grady Tripp, a disheveled English professor and struggling writer who finds himself in the midst of a chaotic weekend….

Boiler Room Boiler Room 7.0 2min
Boiler Room
IMDb: 7
2min

In this gripping drama, a college dropout named Seth Davis, played by Giovanni Ribisi, finds himself entangled in the high-stakes world of stockbroking at a small firm with questionable ethics….