Here Are the Best Movies To Watch for Galentine’s Day

First of all, “The Color Purple” is an amazing movie. The performances and music are all spectacular. The focus on sisterhood and how these women lift each other up through trauma is so perfect for girls’ night. The crew will get particularly rowdy when Sofia belts out “Hell No.”

Three badass female superheroes working together to save the universe sounds like the perfect girl power movie.

Dig out at that silver outfit one last time and get the girls together to enjoy the “Renaissance.” Don’t act like you don’t already have the choreography memorized.

Come on, if it’s girls’ night, you know you’re going to “Dance the Night Away,” argue over who gets to be which Barbie and cheer like crazy for America Ferrera’s speech.

In case you were focused on other things during previous viewings, the sequel features Donald Glover singing “Marry You.”

For everyone who’s gotten a little crazy during EssenceFest.

Two words. Angela Bassett. Also, bonus points if you spend the night listening to the soundtrack after you’re done with the movie.

Only your true friends will form a badass bank-robbing crew with you.

Finally, a movie that understands the true pain of being a bridesmaid.

As heartbreaking as Wakanda Forever is, I can’t deny how amazing it is to see all the women get time in the spotlight.

Sometimes you just need to get your warriors together and take on the world.

The love stories of the Dreamgirls don’t end great, but you and your crew will have a fun time singing along.

Our first Black Disney princess is still our favorite.

You can’t have a proper Galentine’s Day without Beyoncé.

Come on, Whitney running off the plane into Kevin Costner’s arms as “I Will Always Love You” swells.

Yes, the movie is emotional and tough to get through, but it’s worth it when Celie finally leaves Mister, cursing him in the process. I still cheer Whoopi on every time I watch.

If we’re being honest, Quincy doesn’t really deserve Monica. He never treasures her the way he should. But, Sanaa Lathan is so fantastic, I always have time to watch her confidently outplay all the men doubting her.

In case you need inspiration for how to handle your ex.

This movie ruined us all because we’ve been waiting for someone to write us poetry.