If there's one experience that almost everyone can relate to, it's that of a good ol' fashioned movie night. It's hard not to feel a bit nostalgic for the times you would sit down with your family and snack on some buttery microwave popcorn while you waited for a VHS tape to rewind, brimming with anticipation for whatever adventure you were set to embark on for the next 90 minutes. The following list includes a few of those cinematic childhood adventures you should consider revisiting, because they are definitely just as good as you remember.

1. Holes

You might not be able to recall all the details from this book to film adaptation, so I'll fill you in on a few key points. Stanley Yelnats has a no-good-dirty rotten-pig-stealing-great-great grandfather who had managed to get a curse placed on his descendants for all eternity. Due to the faulty luck the curse has given him, Stanley finds himself serving time at Camp Greenlake, a detention center where troubled kids dig holes to "build character." Interspersed between scenes of Stanley's trials and tribulations is the origin tale of Kissin' Kate Barlow, featuring the heart wrenching love story between school teacher Katherine and onion farmer Sam. Trust me, this movie is definitely worth the rewatch. As the plot unfolds, don't be surprised if you find yourself laughing out loud or even shedding a tear or two.

2. The Road to El Dorado

"The Road to El Dorado" is another childhood favorite that you may have been neglecting for a little while now, but I assure you that if you were to watch it again (how about tonight?), it would not disappoint. This Dreamworks classic tells the story of con artists and best friends Tulio and Miguel, and the adventure that follows their accidental stowaway aboard the ship of Hernán Cortés. Although they escape the New World-bound vessel, their situation is dire. They have no food to eat or freshwater to drink, but, thankfully, Miguel has managed to keep a tight hold on a map that supposedly leads to El Dorado, the city of gold. This film is chock-full of adventure and humor, and preaches a valuable message we can never outgrow about the importance and strength of friendship.

3. Shrek

The first installment to the "Shrek" franchise is comparable to a fine wine, because it just gets better with age. Or more specifically, the first installment to the "Shrek" franchise gets better as its intended audience ages with it. Let's face it, a few of the jokes from this animated comedy likely went over your head if you watched it when you were younger, but now as a young adult you won't experience that same struggle. Instead, you'll be hit full force with the wit and satire you've been missing out on all these years, as you relive Shrek's quest to fulfill his end of a deal with Lord Farquaad and rescue Princess Fiona, all to be rid of a hoard of fairy tale creatures who have taken up residence in his swamp. If you're up to the task, I suggest watching "Shrek 2" as well; and, if you're really feeling adventurous, finish off the marathon with "Shrek the Third." It is in my humble opinion, however, that you don't venture past that point.

4. Hercules

Hercules is by far one of the most underrated Disney movies of all time. A retelling of the popular Greek myth, this story follows everyone's favorite demigod and eponymous character, Hercules, as he fumbles through living among mortals while knowing he doesn't belong. The tale then goes on to portray his journey to becoming a true hero with the assistance of satyr Phil and fiery love interest, Meg, all accompanied by a literal Greek chorus in the form of the Muses. Speaking of the muses, it should be noted that they provide a killer soundtrack for the film that you probably didn't appreciate as much as you should’ve when you were younger. From the energetic gospel sound of “Zero to Hero” to the R&B doo-wop style of “I Won’t Say I’m In Love”, it’ll be close to impossible to get the songs from this movie out of your head after giving it another watch.

5. Legally Blonde

I'll be the first to admit that even though I was maybe ten years old when I first saw the movie, "Legally Blonde" had me seriously contemplating whether or not I should attend law school. And honestly, who didn't consider becoming a lawyer after watching Elle Woods go from pining after her ex-boyfriend Warner to kicking some serious butt in the courtroom? At its core, "Legally Blonde" is a movie about growth. Not only do viewers get to experience Elle's transformation, but many other characters' as well. Paulette bend-and-snaps from insecure hairdresser to confident woman, and Vivian learns to look beyond a person's outward appearance before passing judgement. Even though I ultimately decided the field of law wasn't quite my style, that doesn't mean this motion picture hasn't earned its spot on this list of childhood favorites you just have to rewatch.