The UK has a long and illustrious history in the world of cinema. Whether it's the pioneering social drama of Ken Loach or the groundbreaking sweeping sci-fi of Christopher Nolan, the Brits certainly know how to make a movie. With the rise of streaming comes the demand for viewing the very best of British cinema from the comfort of your couch. With that in mind, here's a look at the best movies on BritBox.

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The UK's most beloved bear starred in his first big-budget feature outing in 2014, with Paul King's Paddington storming to box office success. The movie follows Peruvian bear Paddington, voiced by Ben Whishaw, who travels alone to London in search of meaning and a home. There, he is taken in by the Brown family — although his arrival has sparked the attention of a scary figure from the bear's past. Endlessly delightful and brilliantly witty, Paddington is a movie for all generations. A well-crafted allegory for immigration sewn neatly into a family-friendly tale, it should be no surprise that this film sparked a trilogy that some consider one of modern cinema's best.