15.films you won’t believe are 15 years old

But seriously, can you actually believe it?!

15 films

by Emma Dodds |
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It's that weird time between Christmas and New Year. You're off work. The kids are off school. And there's somehow NOTHING on TV.

But fear not. Because we've rounded up some great films for you to watch - all of which happened to turn 15 in 2016.

From family classics like Shrek and Monsters, Inc., to edge-of-your-seat action movies like Pearl Harbour and The Fast and The Furious and, of course, some classic chick flicks (anyone for some Bridget Jones' Diary?) - we've got your movie needs covered...

1) Bridget Jones' Diary

Bridget Jones

Can you believe we've been marvelling at Bridget's knickers for 15 whole years? No, us neither! And while this year saw the release of Bridget Jones' Baby - the third film in the series - our heart will always belong to this film.

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2) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Harry Potter

Not only is this a truly magical film, but Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and the rest of the cast are INSANELY cute! How far they've come...

3) Ocean's Eleven

Ocean's Eleven

George Clooney AND Brad Pitt in the same film? Need we say more?

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4) Shrek

Shrek

Everyone's favourite angry ogre not only reminded the world not to judge people by appearances, but also that love can appear when you least expect it. Aww!

5) The Fast and the Furious

Fast and Furious

The Fast and the Furious franchise has now become Universal's largest-grossing franchise of all time. Pretty impressive! Still, as is so often the case, we reckon this - the first one - is the best. Vroom vroom!

6) A Knight's Tale

Knight's Tale

This modern take on Chaucer's Canterbury Tales has brave Knights, LOLs and the late, great Heath Ledger. It's a right rollicking watch.

7) Legally Blonde

Legally Blonde

One the surface - a pink, fluffy chick flick. Underneath - a pink, fluffy chick flick with a big, feminist heart. Elle Woods 4ever.

8) The Princess Diaries

The Princess Diaries

The Princess Diaries is not only a modern-day fairytale, it's also a failsafe hangover cure. True fact.

9) Zoolander

Zoolande

Forget, for a minute, that Zoolander 2 ever happened (but seriously, HOW was it that bad?). The original film is Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson at their ridiculous comedy best.

10) The Wedding Planner

Wedding Planner

Jenny from the Block proving she's more than just a great voice and INSANELY hot body. Also, Matthew McConaughey is such a babe!

11) Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor

In the mood for a real Hollywood tear-jerker? Then look no further. If this doesn't have you sobbing into your onesie, you need go to the doctor.

12) Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

Lord of the Rings the Fellowship of the Ring

At nearly four hours - FOUR HOURS! - long, this epic is the perfect choice for whiling away an entire afternoon. Just make sure you schedule regular loo breaks.

13) Monsters, Inc.

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Featuring the voices of John Goodman, Billy Crystal and Steve Buscemi, Monsters, Inc. is a real family favourite. We never wanted to cuddle a monster so much!

14) Shallow Hal

Shallow Hal

Jack Black and Gwyneth Paltrow in the same movie? Yes, this really did happen! A silly movie with a big heart.

15) Moulin Rouge!

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Moulin Rouge! ©Rex Features

Bright lights, glamour and a cracking soundtrack - Moulin Rouge! is an absolute epic. Just make sure you have some Kleenex to hand.

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