The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Jon Daly
When both he and a colleague are about to lose their job, Walter takes action by embarking on an adventure more extraordinary than anything he ever imagined.
Why you'll love it
While not solely about a birthday, it features a significant birthday moment that inspires the protagonist's adventurous journey.
Sixteen Candles
Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, Justin Henry
A high school girl's sixteenth birthday is anything but special, her family forgets about it while preparing for her older sister's wedding, the boy she has a crush on has a girlfriend, and she suffers from multitude of embarrassm...
Why you'll love it
A classic coming-of-age film that captures the awkwardness and excitement of turning sixteen, complete with a memorable birthday mishap.
The Birthday Party
Robert Shaw, Patrick Magee, Sydney Tafler
The down-at-heel lodger in a seaside boarding house is menaced by two mysterious strangers, who eventually take him away.
Why you'll love it
A psychological drama that unfolds during a birthday celebration, exploring themes of identity and existential dread.
27 Dresses
Katherine Heigl, James Marsden, Malin Akerman
After serving as a bridesmaid 27 times, a young woman wrestles with the idea of standing by her sister's side as her sibling marries the man she's secretly in love with.
Why you'll love it
A romantic comedy that features a wedding and a birthday, highlighting the complexities of love and relationships.
Happy Birthday to Me
Melissa Sue Anderson, Glenn Ford, Lawrence Dane
At the snobby Crawford Academy, Virginia's group of friends start to go missing years after horrible events that happened to her as a child around her birthday.
Why you'll love it
A horror film that revolves around a birthday party gone wrong, adding a thrilling twist to the celebration.