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The best new movies to watch on streaming this week include some of the biggest blockbuster movies of the year, the latest originals from the top streamers, and some smaller movies audiences might have missed in theaters. With the fall season, many of the summer's biggest blockbusters and the best movies from early 2024 are now available to stream on platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Max, Peacock, and Paramount+ — including many that have only recently left theaters. There are also some streaming releases gaining award-season buzz.
The whole family can now enjoy the latest offering from Pixar as Inside Out 2 becomes available for streaming at home. Action fans are now able to check out Will Smith and Martin Lawrence's latest entry in the Bad Boys franchise. Of course, this week is a Halloween, and thus a perfect one to highlight some of the best new horror titles that are currently popular. The streaming world is full of options, but these are the best new movies to check out right now.
10 I Saw The TV Glow (2024)
Available On Max On September 20
I Saw the TV Glow is a horror film by writer-director Jane Schoenbrun, released in 2024. A young man named Owen is introduced to a late-night TV show that reflects their reality. As the two begin to bond over the series, it suddenly is canceled, causing Owen's view of reality to shatter.
Director Jane Schoenbrun
Release Date January 18, 2024
Runtime 100 Minutes
While there is a lot of standard horror movie fare to enjoy this Halloween season, there are also some spooky movies that take bold and inventive approaches to the genre. Such is the case with the indie horror gem I Saw the TV Glow, which plays on societal conventions like consuming nostalgia as well as over-reliance on media. The movie follows two teens, Owen and Maddy, who bond over their favorite television show. However, after the show's cancelation, the friends begin to have trouble distinguishing between the show and reality.
Written and directed by filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun it is a surreal and vivid psychological horror movie that is sure to divide audiences. However, those who are able to plug into the bizarre story and its fascinating commentary are in for an unforgettable horror movie unlike anything the genre has put out in recent years.
9 Late Night With The Devil (2024)
Arrives On Hulu On October 19
Late Night with the Devil is a horror thriller starring David Dastmalchian as Jack Delroy. Delroy is a late-night talk show host in 1977 trying to keep his broadcast on the air. But when he tries to communicate with the devil through a young girl live on the air, things don't go according to plan.
Director Cameron Cairnes , Colin Cairnes
Release Date March 22, 2024
Cast David Dastmalchian , Laura Gordon , Ian Bliss , Fayssal Bazzi , Ingrid Torelli , Rhys Auteri , Josh Quong Tart , Georgina Haig
Runtime 86 Minutes
Another horror movie from this year that took some interesting and unique risks with its storytelling is Late Night with the Devil. The movie takes place on the set of a struggling late-night show in which the ambitious host, Jack Delroy, attempts to boost the ratings with an episode dedicated to the discussion of the devil and demonic possession. However, the skepticism surrounding the discussion takes a turn with one guest who is all too convincing.
While the black-and-white Late Night with the Devil scenes break up the talk show moments, it is that recreation of the 1970s late-night shows that makes the movie show interesting. There are not as many big set pieces as other horror movies, but the filmmakers understand how to use the odd format to create some truly memorable and unsettling moments.
8 Trap (2024)
Available On Max On October 25
Trap is a film by writer-director M. Night Shyamalan under his Blinding Edge Pictures label. The film is part of a deal struck with Warner Bros for him to direct and produce several films under their banner.
Release Date August 2, 2024
Following his acclaimed role as part of the cast of Oppenheimer, Josh Hartnett continues his comeback in Hollywood with a starring role in the latest M. Night Shyamalan movie. Hartnett stars in Trap as Cooper, a seemingly mild-mannered family man who takes his young daughter to the concert of her favorite pop star. However, Cooper soon comes to realize that the entire concert is an elaborate trap to catch a serial killer. This poses issues for Cooper as he is the killer they are after.
The movie takes a bold swing in putting a ruthless killer as the protagonist while also making the audience sort of root for him to get away. This tricky approach is sold through Hartnett's terrific performance, as he brings humor and fun to the role while also being extremely frightening when the moment calls for it.
7 Brothers (2024) - Prime Video
Available On Prime Video On October 18
Brothers (2024) is a film centered around the complex dynamic between two siblings navigating personal and familial challenges. Directed by nan, the movie explores themes of brotherhood, loyalty, and redemption as the characters confront their past and seek reconciliation.
Director Max Barbakow
Release Date October 17, 2024
In terms of wacky comedies, Brothers is one of the best offerings on streaming now. Acclaimed actors Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin make for an unlikely yet surprisingly effective comedic duo as adult twin brothers with a long history of breaking the law. While Brolin has attempted to go straight and start a family, those plays are hindered when Dinklage is released from prison with another risky score in mind.
It is a lot of fun seeing these well-respected actors embracing their silliest sides with the broad and ridiculous humor of the story. Indeed, the chemistry between Brolin and Dinklage is what elevates the movie as they perfectly play the brothers who have never matured past constantly bickering with each other. The Brothers cast also features some fun roles from Glenn Close as their even more devious mother and Brendan Fraser as the unhinged villain.
6 MaXXXine (2024)
Available On Max On October 18
In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx lands her big break, but her rise to stardom is jeopardized by a mysterious killer targeting starlets. As the body count rises, secrets from Maxine's past threaten to surface, intertwining her quest for fame with a deadly game of survival.
Director Ti West
Release Date July 5, 2024
Runtime 103 Minutes
Following the clever and inventive slasher movie X and its even more daring and acclaimed prequel Pearl, Ti West completes his bloody and wild horror trilogy with MaXXXine. The movie picks up with the titular character and sole survivor of X, Maxine (Mia Goth), as she is pursuing her dream of becoming a star. While working in the adult film world, Maxine gets the opportunity to star in a real horror movie, but that dream and her life are endangered by a mysterious stalker killing those around her.
MaXXXine is not as complex and interesting as Pearl but features the same satisfying throwback horror vibes as X. West is clearly drawing from giallo horror movies and the work of Brian De Palma with this seedy, bloody, and deranged look at Hollywood of the 1980s. Goth continues to shine in the trilogy and she is joined by an outstanding supporting cast, including Kevin Bacon, Giancarlo Esposito, and Elizabeth Debicki.
5 Woman Of The Hour (2024)
Available On Netflix On October 18
Woman of the Hour is a biographical thriller directed by Anna Kendrick, who also stars in the film. The movie chronicles the infamous real-life story of Cheryl Bradshaw's appearance on the 1978 edition of The Dating Game, where one of the contestants, Rodney Alcala, would later be revealed as a notorious serial killer. The film delves into the chilling intersection of entertainment and true crime.
Director Anna Kendrick
Release Date September 26, 2023
Runtime 94 Minutes
Anna Kendrick makes her directorial debut in Woman of the Hour, which is based on a strange true story. Though Kendrick is known for her light and fun movies like Pitch Perfect, Woman of the Hour is a gripping thriller that is loosely based on the story of a woman who went on a dating game show only to later learn that the mystery bachelor she chose turned out to be a serial killer. The movie expands on that idea with this fictionalized take on what that date might have looked like.
The fun premise makes for a surprisingly chilling movie as Woman of the Hour feels like it could be a charming romantic movie at first only for the tension to keep rising. Kendrick's directorial skills are impressive and confident while her performance is one of her best, in a role unlike ones she has played before. It is a totally unique and extremely effective thriller that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
4 Bad Boys: Ride Or Die (2024)
Available On Netflix On October 8
Bad Boys: Ride or Die continues the action-packed saga of Miami detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett. The film follows the duo as they face new threats and personal challenges, blending intense action scenes with the camaraderie fans have come to love in the Bad Boys series.
Director Adil El Arbi , Bilall Fallah
Release Date June 7, 2024
Following the infamous slapping incident at the 2022 Oscars ceremony, many fans were wondering how the controversy would impact Will Smith’s career at the box office. If the success of Boy Boys: Ride or Die is any indication, audiences are more than ready to forgive him and embrace him as a star once again. Smith returns to his most successful franchise in the fourth Bad Boys movie, once again starring alongside Martin Lawrence with the directing team of Adil & Bilall returning from the previous movie.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die finds Mike Lowrey (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence) attempting to clear the name of their late boss, Captain Howard, who has been accused of a massive corruption scheme. While fleeing from the dirty cops on their tail, the two heroes are forced to become fugitives. As they explore the conspiracy, they team up with old friends while also making some unexpected allies.
The Bad Boys franchise has been a staple of the action genre for nearly 30 years and this fourth movie proves there is still a lot of fun to be had in this world. Smith and Lawrence continue to have great chemistry in their roles, forming this movie partnership that has become iconic. The film captures the mix of fun comedy and kinetic energy that fans of the franchise are looking for and its success all but guarantees Bad Boys 5 is on the way.
3 Salem's Lot (2024)
Available On Max On October 3
Salem's Lot is a 2024 remake of the movie of the same name released in 1979. The latest adaptation of Stephen King's 1975 novel stars Lewis Pullman, Makenzie Leigh, and Bill Camp, with Gary Dauberman writing and directing the Max original film. The plot revolves around a writer who discovers a vampire in his hometown of Jerusalem’s Lot upon returning home for inspiration.
Director Gary Dauberman
Release Date September 25, 2024
Runtime 113 Minutes
During the spooky season of Halloween, many viewers want to get cozy at home with a good horror movie and the latest Stephen King adaptation seems like the ideal selection for this time of the year. Salem's Lot is the latest movie version of King's 1975 novel of the same name which has often been called his scariest work. It is a reputation that proves daunting for any adaptation looking to capture the creepy vibes of the source material, but 2024's Salem's Lot is a solid vampire horror movie.
The movie follows Ben Mears (Lewis Pullman), a writer who returns to his childhood hometown to write his latest work, only to discover an eeriness throughout the town. As Ben and some of the other brave citizens of Jerusalem's Lot begin to take a deeper look at the strange behavior, new residents, and missing people, they discover an ancient vampire has chosen their town as its new hunting grounds.
Salem's Lot is an adaptation that many fans feared would never actually see the light of day. The movie was originally slated for release over two years ago but met various delays. For a long time, there was no news on when or if it would be released, raising concerns about its quality. However, those fears proved unfounded as Salem's Lot presents a solid and effectively creepy take on King's work and a perfect horror movie for October.
2 Inside Out 2 (2024)
Available On Disney + On September 2
Inside Out 2 is the sequel to the 2015 original film, which starred a young girl named Riley with a head full of emotions. - literally. With Amy Pohler as Joy, Bill Hader as fear, Mindy Kaling as Disgust, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, and Lewis Black as Anger, the all-star cast brought to life the emotions that adolescents face as they grow, change, and adapt to new situations. This sequel, currently in development, will bring Amy Pohler back as Joy, with Riley, now a teenager.
Director Kelsey Mann
Release Date June 14, 2024
Runtime 96 Minutes
There have been a lot of negative headlines swirling around Pixar in recent years with a number of their theatrical movies underperforming at the box office and the over-reliance on sequels suggesting there was a lack of creative excitement. However, Inside Out 2 came along and quickly changed the narrative by proving Pixar could still dominate the box office and that its sequels could be worthwhile new stories for audiences to enjoy.
Inside Out 2 returns to the examination of the young Riley as she navigates life and the struggles of a child with the help of her Emotions, led by the ever-optimistic Joy (Amy Poehler). However, as Riley gets older, Joy and the others find themselves sharing their space with a wide range of new Inside Out Emotions, with Anxiety as one of the latest who seems to be taking over everything. Joy finds herself dealing with Riley's changing world and understanding what these new emotions mean for her future.
Aside from the money, Inside Out 2 is another triumph in storytelling...
There was a long wait for Inside Out 2 to come around and there were some fans who questioned how necessary the movie was. However, those doubts were quickly gone when the movie was released to massive box office numbers and enthusiastic critical acclaim. Inside Out 2 is poised to be the highest-grossing movie of the year, with nearly $1.7 billion worldwide (via Box Office Mojo). Aside from the money, Inside Out 2 is another triumph in storytelling with a sequel that once again serves as a funny, insightful, and emotional message to people of all ages.
1 Wolfs (2024)
Available On Apple TV+ On September 27
Wolfs is an action-thriller film written and directed by Jon Watts, and sees the on-screen reunion of Brad Pitt and George Clooney after nearly fifteen years. The film centers on two fixers who are brought together when they're both hired for the same job.
Director Jon Watts
Release Date September 20, 2024
Runtime 108 Minutes
While the news that George Clooney and Brad Pitt would reunite for a new Ocean's movie excited many fans, the wait for the A-listers' next project together is over with the arrival of Wolfs. Though the duo is best known for playing allies on screen, this time their partnership is a lot more reluctant. Clooney and Pitt star as two rival handlers who are called in to clean up sticky situations discreetly and effectively before the authorities get involved. However, they find themselves working the same job, which quickly spirals out of hand.
As fun as it is to see the buddy dynamic between the two stars in the Ocean's movies, Wolfs has a lot of fun pitting Clooney and Pitt against each other. The constant bickering and disagreements add a lot of comedy to the fun and stylish crime movie from director Jon Watts. The more complicated the job gets, the more fun it is to see the two stars playing off each other.
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