Download Free Movies Online

Are Free Movies Legal?

When you download free movies online, make sure that you are downloading from a legal source. In general, most movies available for free are part of the public domain. That means that the copyright has expired or that a copyright never existed. For this reason, most free movies fit in one or more of the following categories:

• Classic movies whose copyright has expired
• Government-owned films and documentaries
• Films or documentaries being offered freely by the copyright holder

If you find a public domain movie online, you are free to watch it, download it, and distribute it as you wish. If you should stumble across a full-version modern movie being offered free of charge, it is most likely a bootleg version or an illegal operation.

Entertainment Magazine

Entertainment Magazine Online is a treasure trove for classic film fans wishing to download free movies online. The site's hundreds of movies are accessible in a variety of ways. Site visitors can:

• Browse an alphabetical list of titles
• Search by category, including Adventure, Charlie Chaplin, Comedy, International, and Musicals
• Scan the movie index

Unlike many movie sites, Entertainment Magazine requires no registration or special software. In addition to free movie downloads, this site also offers movie trailers, music videos, and entertainment news.

Download Free Movies Online from Cinema Now

Although Cinema Now is a subscription-based, on-demand movie site, it also offers a free limited membership. The free version will not grant you access to still-in-the-theater favorites or Blockbuster new releases, but it will let you download and watch such historical documentaries, film classics, and B-movie favorites as:

• Geronimo
• D-Day
• The Story of Lassie
• The House That Screamed
• Evil Sister
• Among Us
• Tales of Terror
• Attack of the Giant Leeches
• Zorro

Cinema Now also offers a 7-day trial membership, which gives unlimited access to new movies, television shows, and concerts.

Cinequest Online

If you enjoy watching [Independent Films|independent films] and scoping out the next big thing in directing, it is hard to beat Cinequest Online. This site boasts an extensive library of shorts, animated movies, and feature-length films by independent film makers.

An interactive forum allows technology buffs to discuss movies and film making. News streams and podcasts keep site visitors up-to-date on film festivals and movie news.

Sites Offering Free Trials

Many subscription sites, like Cinema Now, offer free trials. These trials normally offer limited access to the movies, concerts, videos, and television programs for a set period of time. Make sure you understand the membership terms before you register for a trial. Be especially leery of any sites requiring your credit card number. If you would like to try before you buy, check out the following:

• Vongo
• Free Movie Now