When you're home from work or school, sick with something icky, sometimes there is nothing you can do but sit on the couch and veg out. Typically, this means watching movies and TV... but not just any flick 'll do.  There are certain criteria that must be strictly adhered to... and we're here to help.

First, the movie and/or TV show must be entertaining without having too much eye candy (just in case motion sickness will do you in), and it can't be too intellectual, either - because your head will be clogged with too much nastiness to think too hard. Nothing involving gore or food (or gory food, for that matter) will do either, because if you're home with, say, the flu - you just might upchuck at the sight of it. Chick flicks seem to work well for this purpose - although some classics will do, as well. Essentially, you're looking for those DVDs that are the Hollywood equivalent of chicken soup: soothing for the soul, but not unsettling to the tummy.

And so, without further ado, here is our list of:

The Top 10 DVDs to Watch When You're Sick

#10

Frasier: The Tenth Season starring Kelsey Grammar and David Hyde Pierce. Sometimes, all you need is a good laugh - and this is arguably one of the seasoned sitcom's best. If you're not in the mood for the entire season, pop in Disc 2 and see "Door Jam," which features the Crane brothers at their absolute best (and most pompous!). Then toss in Disc 3 and watch "Fraternal Schwinns," where, as grown men, they learn to ride bikes.

#9

Enchanted starring Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey. Really, any Disney or Pixar movie could be substituted here, although this latest of Disney films covers all bases: cuteness, charm, and laughs.

#8 

Duets starring Gwenyth Paltrow and Paul Giamatti. Alright, so I may be one of the only people on the planet who loved this movie - but that's precisely what makes it such a great film for a sick day. (I mean, come on: a movie about karaoke competitions? What can be more fun?) Huey Lewis may not be able to act much, but he sure can sing - and Paul Giamatti, Gwenyth Paltrow, and Maria Bello make valiant efforts up on stage. Perfect for singing along with - and then napping through.

#7 

Star Trek Voyager: Seasons Three and Four starring Kate Mulgrew. Ah, yes... Sometimes there's nothing better than good old fashioned campiness. Season Three is when the show really gets its legs; if you're in it for the sexy eye candy, though, skip to Season Four when Jeri Ryan makes her appearance as sexy Borg Seven of Nine.

#6 

You've Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. I'm particularly fond of this ultimate chick flick - not just for its headliners, but for its heart. It's a feel-good movie that is simply perfect for cuddling up with and enjoying under a blanket - and with a cup of hot tea.

#5 

Dirty Dancing starring  Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. Oh yeah, baby, the ultimate of '80s movies. Dancing, sex, comedy, drama... this "Baby's" got it all. And since you've seen it so many times already, it's easy to have on in the background while you're zoning out on sinus medication.

#4 

Dan In Real Life starring Steve Carell and Juliette Binoche. The ultimate family feel-good flick, the heart and comedic warmth from Dan In Real Life is bound to make you feel a bit better... and maybe even crave a few pancakes.

#3 

Veronica Mars: The First Season starring the absolutely adorable Kristen Bell. Mystery, smarts, fun. It's the ultimate of Nancy Drew-ish crime soaps, with a bit of Buffy-styled attitude thrown in for good measure. Pop in Disc 1 and I dare you not to fly through at least a half dozen episodes before the day is done.

#2

 Legally Blonde starring Reese Witherspoon. Who'd of thought that a movie about blonde bimbos could be so inspiring? Witherspoon's portrayal of sorority girl Elle Woods is absolutely classic and well worthy of position #2 on our list.

#1

Ferris Bueller's Day Off starring Matthew Broderick. "Bueller... Bueller..." Yep, this choice was obvious - but that doesn't make it any less apropos. This is, after all, the representative film for skipping out on school; why not make it your very own anthem for sick days, too?

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