From “Finding Nemo” to “Ted Lasso”: 10 productions to watch on Father’s Day

Celebrated this Sunday (10), Father's Day is the ideal date to enjoy family and celebrate the day of the loved ones you love. Whether it's your father, grandfather, uncle or father at heart, the date is the best time to marathon that movie or series you like the most.

It is believed that the commemorative date originated in the early 1900s, when an American woman had the idea of honoring her father after hearing a sermon on Mother's Day. Currently, the date varies according to the country , but in Brazil, it is always celebrated on the second Sunday of August .

Between dramatic films and various comedies, check out a list of productions to enjoy this Sunday and celebrate the "great dads" of fiction and, of course, real-life fathers.

Check out movies and series to watch on Father's Day "Finding Nemo" (2003)

Marlin is a widowed fish who raises his only son, Nemo, with great care, but the small, friendly clownfish is captured by a diver. Now, the overprotective father must spring into action and sets out on a tireless search across the open sea, hoping to find his beloved pup. Along the way, he meets Dory, and together, the pair will experience an incredible adventure.

Where to watch? Available on Disney+ .

"Daddy Day Care" (2003)

Phil (Jeff Garlin) and Charlie (Eddie Murphy) are unemployed, and since they can't afford daycare for their children, they're forced to care for them until they find new jobs. To make money, the friends start a childcare facility while their parents work. The duo puts their plan into action and ends up becoming famous, much to the dismay of their competitors.

Where to watch? Available on Netflix .

"My Father" (2020)

Anthony (Anthony Hopkins) is an elderly man suffering from dementia who has just dismissed his caregiver. He refuses to accept help from his daughter Annie (Olivia Colman), who is moving to Paris and is concerned about ensuring his care while he is away. So she seeks to find someone who can care for her father, who is beginning to lose his sense of what is real and what is not.

Where to watch? Available to rent on Prime Video .

"Captain Fantastic" (2016)

Ben (Viggo Mortensen) has six children with whom he lives far from civilization, deep in the forest, following a strict routine of adventures. The children wrestle, climb, read classic works, debate, hunt, and engage in strenuous exercise, with self-sufficiency always at the forefront. One day, a sad event forces the family to leave their isolation, and the reunion with distant relatives brings old conflicts to the surface.

Where to watch? Available on Prime Video .

"Somewhere" (2010)

Johnny Marco (Stephen Dorff) is a successful Hollywood actor with a less-than-stellar reputation. Staying at the legendary Chateau Marmont hotel to recover from an accident on the set, he spends his days partying with strippers or driving his Ferrari for pure pleasure. However, his routine is suddenly disrupted by the presence of Cleo (Elle Fanning), his 11-year-old daughter, who starts visiting him frequently.

Where to watch? Available to rent on YouTube and Prime Video .

"Taken" (2008)

Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) is a former government agent who quit his job so he could spend more time with Kim (Maggie Grace), the daughter he had with his ex-wife Lenore (Famke Janssen). He then begins working with former colleagues, performing light private security services. One day, Kim asks her father for permission to travel to Paris with a friend, but his permission is denied because Bryan is well aware of the dangers she would face in a strange country.

Where to watch? Available on Disney+ .

"Brooklyn Nine-Nine" (2013 - 2021)

Set in the 99th Precinct of the New York Police Department in Brooklyn, the series follows the antics of immature detective Jake Peralta (Andy Samberg) and the relationship he has with the new captain, Ray Holt (Andre Braugher).

Where to watch? Available on Netflix .

"Modern Family" (2009 - 2020)

Jay Pritchett (Ed O'Neill) is an older man who marries the Latina Gloria (Sofía Vergara), many years younger than him. They live with her son, Manny (Rico Rodriguez), and spend time with Jay's children from his first marriage: Caire (Julie Bowen) and Mitchell (Jesse Tyler Ferguson). She is a housewife married to real estate agent Phil Dunphy (Ty Burrell) and struggles to provide the best education for her children Haley (Sarah Hyland), Alex (Ariel Winter), and Luke (Nolan Gould). Mitchell, meanwhile, is in a relationship with Cameron Tucker (Eric Stonestreet), which produces her adopted daughter, Lily (Aubrey Anderson-Emmons).

Where to watch? Available on Disney+ .

"The Last of Us" (2023 -)

In 2003, a parasitic fungal infection ravaged the planet, transforming humans into violent creatures known as the Infected. Joel (Pedro Pascal), a tough survivor, is hired to escort young Ellie (Bella Ramsey) out of the oppressive quarantine zone where she lives. The two must track down a group of paramilitary rebels who have rebelled against the authorities. However, along the way, they discover that Ellie is possibly infected with the virus, despite the young woman not exhibiting the recurring symptoms of the disease.

Where to watch? Available on HBO Max .

"Ted Lasso" (2020 -)

The first three seasons of the series were set in London, England, where Ted Lasso (Sudeikis), an American football coach, finds himself guiding the struggling Richmond AFC to new heights. Team owner Rebecca Walton (Hannah Waddingham) hires the coach deliberately expecting him to fail. Despite his inexperience, Ted wins over the team and gradually begins to understand the intricacies of football. With the help of Coach Barba (Brendan Hunt), they must manage the problems of the modest AFC Richmond, a fictional Premier League club.

Where to watch? Available on Apple TV+ .