A lot of things can happen on an airplane.

We, of course, are talking about movies.

Movies that take place on aplaneor in anairportseem to have a unique quality to them.

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The stakes couldn’t be higher and the air can’t be thinner.

Then there are straight-uphorror flickslike “Final Destination” or “Red Eye.”

These are definitely not for the faint of heart or anyone who’s planning to take a trip soon.

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But not all airplane movies are disaster flicks or tense, action hero vehicles.

Who knows, you may be inspired to have atravel-themed movienight tonight.

“Non-Stop”

Liam Neeson stars as an alcoholic U.S. Is all that personal success worth sacrificing for a young Mark Ruffalo?

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We’re not sure.

It’s a classic ’90s thriller filled with action set pieces.

And who doesn’t love Jodie Foster?

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This movie is a typical feel-good film and a ringing endorsement forJohn F. Kennedy International Airport.

Who knew someone couldfeasibly live there?

This movie is basically the equivalent of a warm hug.

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“Alive”

Again, this is definitely not something to watch while traveling at 36,000 feet.

The story is a true testament to the ability of humans to survive the worst of circumstances.

“United 93”

This film came out five years after the tragedy of 9/11.

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But plane travel is a major plot point for young Kevin (Macaulay Culkin).

and “How did Kevin remarkably find an empty seat on an overbooked flight to New York?”

Plus, it’s a great holiday movie.

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Its got plenty of tension and good action to keep you entertained through yet another hijacking thriller.

If he can’t, they’ll deliberately guide planes to crash.

Much like the first film in the series, it’s an unexpectedly good holiday movie, too.

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If all of that hasn’t convinced you, this movie also shows Leo flying a cool vintage plane.

And, it’s one of the few Thanksgiving movies out there.

It was mostly panned when it first came out, but has gained a bit of a cult following.

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Have fun sleeping tonight.

It may not be the most realistic movie, but it’s certainly an entertaining one.

“Airport”

This 1970 classic might be one of the first airplane disaster movies ever.

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We dare you not to quote Maverick after watching.

“Airplane!”

There’s no better airplane film than one that makes you laugh.

Dr. Rumack: I am serious … and don’t call me Shirley.