There’s no shortage of quality content to watch these days, so check out this list of the best new movies available for streaming at home right now.
With an ever-expanding list of new movies to watch, how can you be sure you’re watching the best of them? Rather than spend time sorting through the diamonds in the rough, you can check out this list of 20 of the newest and most popular films for you to stream at home.
The films on this list span genres, streaming services and ratings (from PG to R), ensuring there’s something for everyone in your home to love.
When new and trending films making their way to your TV screen, we’re here to aggregate reviews from critics and audiences in order to provide you with the latest and greatest content available to you. Now, you can spend less time channel surfing (or endlessly bouncing back and forth between streaming services) and more time enjoying movies you’ll love.
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1. ‘The Substance’ (2024)
Genre: Horror; Dark Comedy
Cast: Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, Edward, Hamilton Clark
Director: Coralie Fargeat
These days, it’s almost impossible to go a full day without seeing some sort of health and beauty advertisement selling the next “miracle product”. That’s exactly the phenomenon Coralie Fargeat’s latest body horror film starring Demi Moore sets out to satirize. Starring Moore as a washed-up Hollywood star, Elisabeth Sparkle, The Substance explores our culture’s obsession with fame, beauty and youth in a dark and compelling way.
In a desperate attempt to return to her golden days, Sparkle turns to a black-market drug, The Substance, which creates a younger version of Elisabeth, portrayed by Margaret Qualley. If that sounds too good to be true, it’s because it is: Sparkle’s new version of herself, named Sue, comes with a strict rule: Elisabeth and Sue must share time, alternating weeks in each body. As Sue’s fame eclipses Elisabeth’s former glory, tension rises between the two, leading to a potentially deadly struggle for identity, control and of course, fame.
Impressive performances, a chilling atmosphere and sharp social commentary make this movie a must-watch, even for those not typically interested in body horror.
2. ‘My Old Ass’ (2024)
Genre: Comedy; Drama; Fantasy
Cast: Aubrey Plaza, Maisy Stella, Percy Hynes White, Maddie Ziegler
Director: Megan Park
At this point we’ve seen hundreds of coming-of-age movies. And while some are better than others, Megan Park’s latest, My Old Ass is one-of-a-kind. With just the right balance of stoner-comedy and heartfelt moments, the film leaves you with plenty of things to think about, whether you’re coming of age yourself or not. In it, newly 18, free-spirited Elliot takes mushrooms, and her trip brings her face-to-face with… herself.
Starring the hilarious and talented Maisy Stella and Aubrey Plaza – one of them two decades older – the film explores themes of youth, freedom and becoming your own person in a totally fresh way.
A clever movie that’s even better because it doesn’t take itself too seriously.
3. ‘The Wild Robot’ (2024)
Genre: Kids & Family; Adventure; Science Fiction
Cast: Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O’Hara, Bill Nighy
Director: Christopher Sanders
DreamWorks Animation’s latest blockbuster, The Wild Robot, follows the adventure of the robot ROZZOM Unit 7134 – Roz for short – after she becomes stranded on an island uninhabited by humans. Unsure of what to do, where to go or how to deal with her unfamiliar surroundings, she begins to get acquainted with the animals on the island, forming beautiful bonds between unlikely friends.
The Wild Robot delights kids and parents alike with its heartwarming story and stunning animations, not to mention a stellar list of actors lending their voice including Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O’Hara and others. Touching on themes around friendship, love and inclusion, this animated adventure is sure to be added to the family movie night watch rotation.
A thought-provoking, beautifully crafted story that will stay in your mind – and your kids’ – long after the credits roll.
4. ‘Woman of the Hour’ (2024)
Genre: Crime; Drama; Thriller
Cast: Anna Kendrick, Tony Hale, Daniel Zovatto Blanco, Nicolette Robinson
Director: Anna Kendrick
Based on a true story, Netflix’s latest crime thriller draws audiences right into the nostalgia of sun-soaked 1970s Los Angeles. What the audience quickly realizes, however, is that behind the façade of peace and love hides something much more sinister. Aspiring actor, Sheryl Bradshaw (Anna Kendrick, finds herself unknowingly face-to-face with a serial killer when he becomes a contestant on The Dating Game, the same show she’s appearing on.
A deeply compelling story about the dangers women face in everyday life from small sexist comments to life-threatening violence, Woman of the Hour and the careful balance it strikes is a strong directorial debut for Anna Kendrick. Her ability to tell this disturbing true story without glorifying the offender has left both audiences and critics impressed, making it a must-watch for those interested in crime thrillers.
Woman of the Hour will keep you glued to the screen until the final credits.
5. ‘The Apprentice’ (2024) (NEW!)
Rating: R
Genre: Drama; Historical Fiction
Cast: Sebastian Stan, Jeremy Strong, Maria Bakalova, Martin Donovan
Director: Ali Abbasi
The Apprentice takes us back to very beginning days of Trump, before the entire world knew his face and name. The film takes place in the 70s and 80s, exploring Trump’s real estate career, his early mentors and his journey up the corporate ladder to the very top. Applauded for the stellar performances of Sebastian Stan as Trump and Jeremy Strong as attorney Roy Cohn, this film gives viewers a glimpse at the early choices, business moves and relationships that shaped Trump into the man the world knows today.
An insightful foray into one of the most powerful people in the world.
6. ‘Transformers One’ (2024)
Genre: Action; Science Fiction; Animation
Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key
Director: Josh Cooley
An old franchise brought to a new medium, Transformers One is an animated prequel that explores the origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron before they became enemies. Appreciated by audiences and critics for its vibrant animation and feel of nostalgia, the film follows the pair’s early friendship – and how that friendship crumbled into a civil war between the Autobots and Decepticons. The movie combines action-packed sequences with the emotional depth of their tragic fallout, giving fans a fresh look at the lore of the Transformers universe.
A surprisingly heartfelt narrative, this prequel is a welcome addition to the franchise.
7. ‘PIECE BY PIECE’ (2024)
Genre: Biopic; Animation
Cast: Pharrell Williams
Director: Morgan Neville
It should come as no surprise that the person behind the genre-defying biopic, Piece by Piece, is the same visionary that has given us so many iconic songs over the years: Pharrell Williams. Piece by Piece is a 2024 animated biographical documentary that blends the innovative spirit of Pharrell Williams with the nostalgic joy of LEGO® animation. Directed by Morgan Neville, the film takes audiences through Pharrell’s dynamic life and career, showcasing his creative journey in music, all told through the magic of LEGO animations.
The film features Pharrell’s voice alongside musical heavyweights like Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar and Jay-Z, making Piece by Piece as much a visual spectacle as it is a celebration of musical culture. Acclaimed for its voice performances, direction, humor and inventive animation, Piece by Piece is not one you want to miss.
Get to know the man behind the music in this outstandingly inspired biopic.
8. ‘Long Legs’ (2024)
Genre: Horror; Thriller; Mystery
Cast: Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Blair Underwood, Alicia Witt
Director: Oz Perkins
A unique mix of police procedural and physiological thriller, Oz Perkins’ latest film Long Legs is not your average horror trope. Acclaimed for not relying on stereotypical horror tropes, the film follows a 1990s investigation into a series of brutal family murders, with FBI agent Lee Harker (Maika Monroe) and Long Legs (Nicolas Cage), a disturbing serial killer, at either ends of the mystery.
As Harker delves deeper into the case, she discovers something more sinister than she would have ever imagined. Critics and audiences alike have praised the film’s haunting atmosphere, disturbing visuals, and spine-tingling moments, not to mention Cage’s seriously terrifying performance throughout. This may not be everyone’s movie night pick, but horror buffs looking for an original story with classic horror elements are in for a treat.
This slow burn of a fright flick will keep you on edge – and on the edge of your seat – from start to finish.
9. ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ (2024)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin
Director: Shawn Levy
In Deadpool and Wolverine, Wade Wilson’s peaceful retirement is interrupted when the Time Variance Authority recruits him to protect the multiverse. Forced back into action, Deadpool teams up with the reluctant Wolverine to face an existential threat to their world. Their mission unfolds in a chaotic, bloody adventure filled with Deadpool’s signature humor and wild action sequences, making it a laugh-filled ride from start to finish.
The film balances its meta-jokes and goofiness with surprisingly touching moments, giving it a classic superhero feel while delighting audiences with cameos and other can’t-miss moments.
Fans of the Deadpool films certainly won’t be disappointed by the latest installment.
10. ‘Blink Twice’ (2024)
Genre: Mystery; Thriller
Cast: Naomi Ackie, Channing Tatum, Christian Slater, Adria Arjona
Director: Zoë Kravitz
Critics are already praising Zoë Kravitz’s thrilling directorial debut, Blink Twice, and rightfully so. Starring Naomi Ackie and Channing Tatum, this thought-provoking thriller follows along with the budding relationship between tech billionaire Slater King (Tatum) and cocktail waitress Frida (Ackie). Soon after meeting, Slater invites Frida to his private island – and who is she to say no? After all, it’s paradise, right? But by the time the trip is coming to an end, Frida realizes that something is seriously wrong.
Not only does the film dig into important themes around power dynamics, classism and the importance of female autonomy, but it’s also extremely gripping – and not one you want to miss.
Kravitz’s directorial debut will draw you in from the very start and keep you on the edge of your seat until the final moments.
11. ‘Twisters’ (2024)
Genre: Action; Adventure; Thriller
Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Sasha Lane, Harry Hadden-Paton
Director: Lee Isaac Chung
One blockbuster hit about tornado chasers may have seemed like enough for some, but for fans of the Twister franchise, this sequel has been highly anticipated, and Twisters did not disappoint fans. The film follows the story of meteorologist Kate Cooper (Daisy Edgar-Jones), haunted from a traumatic tornado during her college years, as she somehow gets spun up in the dangerous business of tornado hunting. Alongside social media rebel storm chaser Tyler Owens (played perfectly by Glen Powell), the pair must make the ultimate choice – stay safe and comfortable out of the action, or dive into the never-before-seen catastrophic storm that could bring them death – or glory.
If you’re looking for an action-packed, edge-of-your-seat adventure, Twisters will blow you away.
12. ‘Strange Darling’ (2024)
Genre: Mystery; Thriller; Horror
Cast: Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Ed Begley Jr., Barbara Hershey
Director: JT Mollner
Dark, twisted, mind-bending. Those are just a few of the words used to describe JT Mollner’s latest thriller, Strange Darling. The film, which is presented by chapters in a non-linear fashion features Willa Fitzgerald in what critics are calling her best role to date as “The Lady” and Kyle Gallner as “The Demon.” The audience immediately gets pulled into a cat and mouse game between The Lady and The Demon, after a one-night stand between them turns into something much darker, and much more deadly.
Not only will this film have you on the edge of your seat, constantly wondering “what could possibly happen next,” but it is also a refreshing film to watch due to its cinematography and storytelling style.
An inventive, stylish horror-thriller that’s best watched without looking into the plot.
13. ‘Alien: Romulus’ (2024)
Genre: Science Fiction; Horror
Cast: Cailee Spaeny, David Jonnson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced
Director: Fede Álvarez
A new installment of one of the greatest sci-fi/horror franchises of our time, Alien: Romulus packs the perfect punch of fan service and wholly new terrors. Taking place between the events of the original Alien and the 1986 film, Aliens, the film follows a group of young space colonizers in the year of 2142 who encounter the most terrifying life form in the universe: facehuggers, AKA the first life cycle stage of the formidable xenomorphs.
As the team tries to escape alive, audiences are left on the edge of their seat, engaged in the suspenseful atmosphere and disturbing, retro-futuristic visuals the franchise is known for. Unlike some others in the Alien franchise, Romulus is being applauded by fans and critics alike for its originality and strong performances from the cast, making it a must-watch for sci-fi lovers everywhere.
A solid new installment for an iconic franchise with an ending that will leave you shocked.
14. ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ (2024)
Genre: Comedy; Fantasy; Horror
Cast: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O’Hara,
Jenna Ortega
Director: Tim Burton
We know sequels can be hit or miss, and that goes for any old sequel. But a reboot of an 80s cult classic? That’s a whole other thing. But Tim Burton has pleasantly surprised fans with his latest, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. This weird and chaotic sequel brings Lydia Deetz – and audiences – back to Winter River after a family tragedy, this time with her rebellious daughter in tow, played by the talented Jenna Ortega. When Astrid (Ortega) inadvertently opens a portal to the Afterlife, all hell (literally) breaks loose. Enter Beetlejuice, who wastes no time bringing his signature blend of havoc, humor and mischief to both the land of the living and the dead.
With plenty of returning actors – including the one and only Michael Keaton – the film feels like a fresh take on the Beetlejuice world, but still manages to embrace that eccentric Tim Burton charm we know and love.
Whether you’re a long-time Beetlejuice fan or new to the world, this sequel delivers a thrillingly weird and wildly fun ride.
15. ‘Speak No Evil’ (2024)
Genre: Horror; Mystery; Thriller
Cast: James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Scoot McNairy, Aisling Franciosi
Director: James Watkins
A remake of the 2022 Danish film of the same name, the anticipated psychological horror movie Speak No Evil is now available to stream at home, but you may want to watch it with the lights on. Starring one of the genres’ best, James McAvoy, the movie follows an American family who decide to spend a relaxing weekend at the idyllic country estate of a British family they met on vacation. What starts as a weekend full of potential, however, soon becomes one of disaster.
As the film unfolds, both the audience and the characters begin to sense that something is seriously wrong. And while some fans of the original were dissatisfied with the US remake, it does add a new twist to the story that you certainly won’t be expecting (whether you’ve seen the original or not).
Another solid performance from James McAvoy brings this deathly story to life.
16. ‘Hit Man’ (2024)
Genre: Romance; Comedy; Action; Thriller
Cast: Glen Powell, Adria Arjona,
Austin Amelio, Retta
Director: Richard Linklater
When you initially think of Glen Powell, things like ‘talented’ or ‘handsome’ may come to mind, but did ‘neo-noir thriller?’ If not, think again, because Hit Man, directed by Oscar-nominated Richard Linklater, is a movie that you’ll remember him for.
Playing a no-nonsense professor moonlighting as a fake hit man for the New Orleans Police Department, Powell takes audiences on a journey down into the darkest parts of the crime scene in the Big Easy. If that weren’t enough to intrigue you, just wait for the multiple under-cover personas and a steamy affair between a potential criminal and Powell. You really don’t want to miss it.
This new hit is the perfect blend of action, romance and thrills.
17. ‘Civil War’ (2024)
Genre: Action; War; Drama
Cast: Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, Stephen Henderson
Director: Alex Garland
You can thank A24 and director Alex Garland for yet another film that is equally as adrenaline inducing as it is existential crisis inducing. Civil War follows a group of militarized journalists attempting to journey across dystopian America in hopes of reaching the White House before rebels attack once and for all. While not directly related to the current issues the country is facing, there is an air of familiarity throughout the film, making it even more sobering to take in.
This film is an intriguing one that will leave you thinking about it long after it’s over.
18. ‘Challengers’ (2024)
Genre: Drama; Sports
Cast: Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, Mike Faist
Director: Luca Guadagnino
Challengers is a sports drama like you’ve never seen before. Starring Zendaya in her first leading role, the story follows tennis prodigy turned coach, Tashi Duncan as she works tirelessly to ensure her tennis champion husband gets over his losing streak. What neither Tashi nor her husband expect is to run into someone special from both of their pasts. As the competition heats up and emotions run high, Tashi has to figure out what winning really looks like, and what she is willing to do to get there.
A seriously sexy sports movie that will have you pulling out your tennis shoes.
19. ‘Inside Out 2’ (2024)
Genre: Kids & Family; Comedy; Animation
Cast: Amy Poehler, Kensington Tallman, Maya Hawk, Ayo Edebiri,
Phyllis Smith
Director: Kelsey Mann
Sequels, as we well know, can be a hit or miss, with the latter typically being the norm. That is absolutely not the case for Pixar’s Inside Out 2, though. Audiences are brought right back into the animated world we know and love, and at the start, it seems like not much has changed. Yes, Riley’s a few years older, but she’s still the same girl she’s always been. That is until… puberty strikes, and new Emotions start barreling into Riley’s headquarters. Will Riley and her Emotions be able to get a handle on Anxiety, Embarrassment, Envy and Ennui? Or will they do something they can’t take back?
Inside Out 2 comes with all the great things you’d expect: fantastical animation, perfectly placed music and lots of laughs, thanks to the stellar cast of actors. But it also comes with so much more. The depiction of new Emotions – especially Anxiety – and Riley’s continuing coming-of-age story tugs at all of your emotions, in just the right way, whether you’re an adult or kid.
From laughing to crying and laughing again, this Pixar film is already a classic in our book.
20. ‘The Fall Guy’ (2024)
Genre: Comedy; Action; Romance
Cast: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Aaron Taylor-Johnson,
Stephanie Hsu
Director: David Leitch
Ryan Gosling never disappoints, whether he’s just Ken or he’s building his love’s dream house, his talent brings movies to life, and his latest blockbuster is no exception. The Fall Guy stars Gosling as a die-hard stuntman who’s more than happy to get blown up, crashed into or thrown through windows, all for the love of the industry. It isn’t until a near career ending stunt that he must take a step back and figure out what to do next. What does he decide, you wonder? Just finding a missing movie star, solving a conspiracy and a few other totally manageable tasks.
A hilarious feel-good film with just the right mix of action and funny moments.
And there you have it: the top 20 movies to stream at home right now. Each week, this page will be updated to reflect the top movies, so make sure to check back here to keep up with what’s hot in entertainment.
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