Joey's Top 5 Must-See Summer Movies

As summer kicks off with a bang at the box office, I thought that now would be a good time for me to post what I think are the top 5 must-see movies for summer 2011.

5. Cars 2 - although definitely not my favorite Pixar movie (and one that doesn't need a sequel), Cars 2 still looks like a lot of fun, and it certainly still encompasses that Pixar charm. I'm not a big fan of the whole "spy" theme, and I wish they'd stick with Radiator Springs, but only time will tell if Cars 2 will hit or flop when it's released next Friday.

4. Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides - When I reviewed Pirates 4, I thought, "what makes Pirates 4 better than previous?", and the answer: a LOT. From the completely updated cast to the odd and unique plot, Pirates 4 is a great refresh to a great series, and you can probably still catch it in theaters.

3. Cowboys & Aliens - talk about hype, huh? I've been seeing trailers for Cowboys & Aliens for about a year now, and I'm still way too excited for it.

Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford should equal a hot action flick, and C & A is scheduled to come out July 29th.

2. Super 8 - you all know that Super 8 is dear to me, once I gave it a perfect score last week. Everything about Super 8 is perfect. The acting, the plot, the special effects, everything, and it makes for a must-see summer thriller that's perfect for everyone.

1. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 - woah saw this one comin' didn't you? Harry Potter holds a special place in my mind as the greatest series (of anything) of all time. And when the finale wraps up on July 15th, you'll bet that I will be a wreck when I leave the theater.