5 Best New Movies to Stream This Weekend (Sept. 19-20)
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What to Watch This Weekend
As we navigate through a quieter mid-month release period, finding the perfect film for your weekend movie night requires a little bit of curation. While the blockbuster calendar may be cooling down, there are still several gems hitting streaming platforms that are well worth your time.
1. The End of Oak Street (PVOD)
In a rare treat for creature feature fans, "The End of Oak Street" has arrived to critical acclaim. Praised by reviewers as the most exciting dinosaur movie since the 90s classics, this film turns a mundane Michigan suburb into a prehistoric playground. Starring Ewan McGregor and Anne Hathaway as a divorcing couple who must unite to protect their family, it provides the perfect mix of high-stakes action and chaotic summer fun.
2. Best of the Best (Netflix)
If you are looking for an engaging watch, Netflix’s new Bollywood-fusion teen comedy, "Best of the Best," is a standout. Following two best friends (played by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan and Priyanka Kedia) as they join a competitive dance team at UCLA, this film offers a refreshing take on the sports underdog trope. It is colorful, fast-paced, and perfect for a lighthearted weekend viewing.
3. Creed (Paramount+)
For those seeking a more dramatic and inspiring watch, the seminal sports drama "Creed" is now streaming. Directed by Ryan Coogler, this film revitalized the "Rocky" franchise, shifting the focus to Adonis "Donnie" Johnson, the son of Apollo Creed. Michael B. Jordan’s powerful performance, paired with Sylvester Stallone’s poignant return as Rocky Balboa, makes this an essential watch.
4. The Purge (Prime Video)
Sometimes, a tense psychological thriller is exactly what the weekend calls for. The original 2013 "The Purge" remains the strongest entry in the franchise. With Ethan Hawke starring as a father fighting to protect his family during a night where all crime is legal, the film serves as a grounded, claustrophobic study of moral compromise and survival.
5. Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (Hulu)
Ending the list on an explosive note is the high-octane spin-off "Hobbs & Shaw." Featuring Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham, this entry leans heavily into action-comedy territory rather than the heist-focused roots of the main saga. With the addition of a tech-enhanced villain played by Idris Elba, it is an over-the-top, fun-filled romp that is perfect for mindless Saturday entertainment.