Get your popcorn ready because the most anticipated night in movies, the 87th Academy Awards, is only three days away. Airing on Sunday at 7 p.m. EST on ABC, there is still some time to catch up on the most buzzed about films this year. But if you are like us, then you have already seen all the nominated films.
So in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, we put together a list of classic Oscar-award winning films that you can stream on either Netflix, HBO GO, Hulu or Amazon Prime Instant Video while you patiently wait for Sunday's big event.
1. Forrest Gump (1994): Best Picture
Forrest Gump is one of the most iconic films of the '90s. It won the 1995 Academy Award for "Best Picture" and five others, including Tom Hanks's win for "Best Actor in a Leading Role." The film follows an unintelligent man's life throughout many historic events. It is available to stream on Netflix.
2. Jerry Maguire (1996): Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Although Jerry Maguire was nominated for five Oscars, including "Best Picture, " Cuba Gooding Jr. earned the film the Academy Award for "Best Actor in a Supporting Role." The rom-com-meets-sports-drama follows a sports agent who gets fired and starts his own management firm. Jerry Maguire can be streamed on Netflix and Amazon Prime Instant Video. If you just want to skip right to the good part, here is the famous "show me the money" scene.
3. Erin Brockovich (2000): Best Actress in a Leading Role
Erin Brockovich was nominated for five Academy Awards, with Julia Roberts taking the trophy home for her amazing performance as the single mother who takes down a California power company who was allegedly polluting the water supply. Erin Brockovich can be streamed on HBO GO.
4. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000): Best Cinematography
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon was nominated for 10 Academy Awards, taking home four, including "Best Cinematography." The film features the lush, vibrant landscapes of ancient China, while showcasing some impressive martial arts choreography. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon follows two warriors in a quest to get their hands on a stolen sword, led by a skilled teenager. It is available to stream on Hulu.
5. Platoon (1986): Best Picture
Platoon won "Best Picture" in 1987, along with three other Oscars out of its total of eight nominations. Directed by Oliver Stone and starring Charlie Sheen and Willem Dafoe, it is one of the classic war movies. Platoon follows a young solider in the Vietnam War as he faces moral issues during his service. Platoon is available to stream on HBO GO.
