JustWatch Celebrates International Women’s Day with a Special Ranking of the Most Streamed Movies Created by Women

In celebration of International Women’s Day, JustWatch, the world’s leading streaming guide, presents an exclusive ranking of the most streamed movies in the UK produced, written, or directed by women.

International Women’s Day is about recognizing women’s impact and influence in any industry. In the filmmaking industry, the works of female directors and writers are advertised, especially as the rate of women working behind the camera becomes more frequent.

This list highlights the impact of female filmmakers and storytellers, showcasing a diverse range of films that have resonated with audiences across streaming platforms.

From gripping dramas to thought-provoking thrillers, these films capture women’s strength, creativity, and influence in the film industry.

Here Are the List of The Most Streamed Movies Created by Women:

1. Anatomy of a Fall – This riveting courtroom drama, which explores marriage, justice and personal truth, won Best Original Screenplay at the 96^th Academy Awards for writer and director, Justine Triet. 

2. The Substance – A haunting body horror film by Coralie Fargeat that won Best Hair and Makeup at the most recent Academy Awards. Demi Moore takes the lead in this examination of society’s obsession with youth and perfection.

3. Barbie – Greta Gerwig’s worldwide celebrated phenomenon that redefines an iconic character and sparks discussions on gender and identity.

4. Past Lives – Celine Song’s moving exploration of love, fate, and identity through the story of two childhood friends reuniting years later.

5. Blink Twice – A tense psychological thriller from first-time director, Zoë Kravitz, uncovering the dark realities hidden beneath privilege and glamour.

6. I Saw the TV Glow – A surreal horror film by Jane Schoenbrun that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality in an unsettling coming-of-age tale.

7. Love Lies Bleeding – A gripping crime thriller where Rose Glass directs with an infusion of romance and suspense.

8. How to Have Sex – Molly Manning Walker’s compelling and unfiltered drama about youth, consent, and self-discovery.

9. All We Imagine as Light – A delicate and poetic story exploring female friendship, directed by Payal Kapadia.

10. Hidden Figures – The inspiring true story of the Black women mathematicians who played a crucial role in NASA’s space program, directed by Theodore Melfi and adapted from Margot Lee Shetterly’s book.

All of this list’s titles are available for streaming on various platforms. To find where to watch them legally in the U.K., visit JustWatch.com.

All movies serve as a tribute to the creativity and influence of women in filmmaking. With this ranking, JustWatch advertises these select few works from some of the most significant female voices in the filmmaking industry. By granting these women their recognition, the platform continues its mission to connect audiences with the most compelling and important films.

As the world’s largest streaming guide, JustWatch aids over 55 million users track where to watch movies, TV shows, and sports across 140 countries. The JustWatch Streaming Charts are based on real user activity, including clicks on streaming offers, watchlist additions, and marked ‘seen’ titles. Whether revisiting a beloved classic or discovering something new, Justwatch is determined to provide avid and casual movie and television viewers with what they need.