The ultimate list of must-watch throwback movies

In the spirit of Throwback Thursday, Jacaranda FM's 'Breakfast with Martin Bester' team took a nostalgic trip down memory lane, revisiting some of their all-time favourite movies.

Over the years, countless films have graced our screens, but only a few have stood the test of time as some of the best ones ever made.

READ: Key winners at the 2025 Grammy Awards

Exploring some of these movies, Martin Bester, Philicity Reeken, and Xola Ntshinga shared their list of must-watch throwback films.

With so many iconic films to choose from, narrowing down the list wasn’t easy. So, the team asked our listeners to share their all-time favourites.

After combining the team’s picks and listener suggestions, we’ve curated the ultimate collection of must-watch throwback movies.

WATCH: The Dadness' debut single is here!

Now, you'll never have to struggle to choose a movie again – check out our ultimate throwback film list:

• 'Mermaids'

• 'The Shawshank Redemption'

• 'The Green Mile'

• 'The Silence of the Lambs'

• 'Mars Attacks!'

• 'Good Will Hunting'

• 'Trainspotting'

• 'What’s Eating Gilbert Grape'

• 'Natural Born Killers'

• 'Pulp Fiction'

• 'Fight Club'

• 'The Cable Guy'

• 'The Truman Show'

• 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective'

• 'There’s Something About Mary'

• 'The Crying Game'

• 'Philadelphia'

• 'Speed'

• 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'

• 'Requiem for a Dream'

Note: We will still add to this list!

Tune in to the 'Breakfast with Martin Bester', weekdays from 06:00 – 09:00. Stream the show live here or download our mobile app here.

Listen to Jacaranda FM: 

• 94.2
• Jacaranda FM App
• http://jacarandafm.com
• DStv 858/ OpenView 602

Follow us on social media:

• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• YouTube
• LinkedIn
• TikTok

Image: TMBD