Movies have been getting steadily longer over the past few decades. What once clocked in at a breezy 90 minutes now routinely stretches past two hours, with some films feeling like a full evening commitment rather than a casual watch.
Thankfully, shorter movies haven’t disappeared entirely. There are still plenty of compact gems that deliver a full cinematic experience without demanding your entire night — perfect for weeknights, late starts or when your attention span has already been through a long day.
All of the movies below run under 90 minutes and are available to stream on Netflix. With an active subscription and a little free time, you can squeeze in one of these bite-sized delights and still get to bed at a reasonable hour.
‘Bad Trip’ (84 minutes)