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Though there are a ton of movies coming to Peacock this June, these 10 films are the best new additions to the platform. While Peacock can't quite compete with the likes of Netflix, Prime Video, or HBO Max, it's a powerful streamer with a rich catalog worth exploring. It's mostly known as the streaming home for NBC's TV series, but it carries great movies too.
With the entire Universal filmography to work with, Peacock is typically where a lot of the studio's most beloved films can be found. From huge franchises to lesser-known gems, the streamer's roster of movies is dotted with must-watch selections. Peacock is also where many blockbusters make their streaming debut, and Universal's theatrical releases often land on Peacock sooner or later.
Unlike many of its streaming competitors, the catalog on Peacock doesn't change as much from month to month. Though some things leave, they are usually offset by an equal number of replacements. June's new additions are quite impressive, and feature a vast array of award winners and blockbusters. Several of Universal's biggest franchises come to Peacock in June.
This list compiles the most essential picks from June's new additions, though it is far from exhaustive. Several dozen new movies come to Peacock this month, but these flicks shouldn't be missed. While many of them are familiar favorites, some are more obscure. Regardless, these 10 movies are a great place to start this month on Peacock.
10 Being John Malkovich (1999) - June 1st
Coming to Peacock on the first of the month, Being John Malkovich is the most fiercely original film on the platform. A puppeteer takes a temp office job and discovers a portal into the mind of famous actor John Malkovich. From a screenplay by wordsmith Charlie Kaufman, Being John Malkovich is as weird as its plot synopsis suggests.
Like all of Kaufman's movies, Being John Malkovich uses its absurd premise to get at very simple themes. The dark comedy explores ideas like disillusionment and perceived career failure, and is oddly warm despite its oddball concepts. Among the dozens and dozens of films on Peacock, none are as unique as Being John Malkovich.
9 Chinatown (1974) - June 1st
Helping to flesh out Peacock's roster of classic films, Chinatown hits the platform this month. Jack Nicholson stars as a 1930s private investigator in Los Angeles, who is hired to investigate a powerful man. His sleuthing gets him tangled in a complicated conspiracy. One of cinema's best noir stories, Chinatown hasn't lost its impact more than 50 years after its debut.
It has the gritty and hard-boiled edge of classic noir films, but it also captures the cynical malaise of the 1970s. Nicholson gives a powerhouse performance, and he's just one of many noteworthy stars in the film. Chinatown keeps the audience guessing until the very last moment, and has an ending that is guaranteed to stick with the viewer forever.
8 Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) - June 1st
Though the Marvel Cinematic Universe is usually kept under lock and key on Disney+, Spider-Man: Homecoming lands on Peacock. Peter Parker tries to balance his life as a high school student with his newfound powers, and must prove himself against his first foe, Vulture. After two other Spider-Man movie franchises, Homecoming adds new wrinkles to the character.
Striking closer to the comics than ever before, Tom Holland's Peter Parker embraces the character's teenage energy. The action is slick and fun, and the movie flows with that familiar MCU pace. Homecoming quickly spawned sequels, and Holland's Spider-Man has become the longest-running version of the character. Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrives in July, so now's the time to catch up.
7 Paddington (2014) - June 1st
For those with younger children, or simply looking for a heartwarming movie, Paddington is always an excellent choice. Sent forth from his home in Peru, a cuddly little bear is taken in by a family in London. Naturally, young Paddington wreaks havoc in the household. Besides being almost unbearably cute, the movie has a nice lesson about family.
The smart writing and warm simplicity of Paddington make it an ideal comfort movie on streaming. Viewers of all ages can get a lot of laughs (and maybe even a few tears) from the gem, and it has a timeless style that means it will shine just as brightly 100 years from now. There are other kids movies on Peacock, but few are as impactful as Paddington.
6 Jurassic Park (1993) - June 1st
June 1st is a big day for Peacock subscribers because it's the day when Jurassic Park returns to the platform. A group of scientists is invited to tour a theme park that houses actual dinosaurs. Unfortunately, the cloned dinos escape and go on a rampage. Steven Spielberg's action adventure classic is one of the defining films of the 1990s.
Along with Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park and Jurassic Park III also come to Peacock on June 1st.
Every moment in Jurassic Park is iconic, from the beloved characters to the recognizable production design. The CGI/practical hybrid effects are still impressive all these years later, and the dinosaurs practically jump off the screen. Though it's hard to find anyone who hasn't already seen the film, there's never a bad time to revisit the dinosaur blockbuster.
5 Fruitvale Station (2013) - June 1st
Before Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler were stars, they teamed to make the gripping drama, Fruitvale Station. The film recounts the last day of Oscar Grant (Jordan), a Black man who was killed by the police in San Francisco. The understated story is a far cry from where the star and director would end up just a few years later, but it remains some of their best work together.
Unlike other biographical films which aim to inflate the story for dramatic effect, Fruitvale Station opts for grounded realism. The movie flows with a natural pace, weaving a portrait of a real person's final moments. In that way, it's more powerful than even the most weepy melodramas. Peacock subscribers shouldn't miss the chance to see Jordan and Coogler's humble beginnings.
4 The Fast And The Furious (2001) - June 1st
Considering how far the Fast and the Furious franchise has come, it's easy to forget where it started. In the first movie, an undercover cop befriends a seasoned street racer, and his loyalty is tested by his newfound family. The 2001 blockbuster is surprisingly tame compared to its bombastic successors, focusing on small-time heists and street racing.
The Fast and the Furious hits Peacock on June 1st, and it's still worth revisiting in the year 2026. The action is exciting, and it's a fascinating time capsule to the turn of the new millennium. Several of the early Fast and Furious flicks join Peacock this month, and when taken together, they make for a nostalgic ride.
3 The Birdcage (1996) - June 1st
Besides being a foundational LGBTQ+ movie, The Birdcage is also an uproarious classic comedy. A successful gay couple in Miami must pretend to be straight to impress the conservative family of their son's new fiancée. Adapted from the French film, La Cage aux Folles, The Birdcage is part farce and part family dramedy.
For a 30-year-old movie, The Birdcage handles its characters with care and class, and it explores universal themes that anyone can relate to. While laughing along with the antics of Nathan Lane and Robin Williams, the audience learns a valuable lesson about being true to oneself. Laughs aren't hard to find on Peacock, but The Birdcage is in a category all its own.
2 Lorne (2026) - June 5th
Saturday Night Live is perhaps the most iconic TV show in the history of NBC, and Lorne gives audiences a peak into the mind of its creator. The new documentary chronicles the life of Lorne Michaels, and the trials and tribulations of creating a cultural touchstone like SNL. Many names from the show's past give revealing interviews.
Though Lorne is hardly a groundbreaking documentary, it is a fascinating portrait of an enigmatic man. Several documentaries have come out in recent years charting the history of SNL, and Lorne fills the largest gap in those other films' timeline. When taken alongside the other SNL content on Peacock, Lorne is a must-see movie.
1 The Holdovers (2023) - June 28th
Though it's a Christmas movie in a lot of ways, The Holdovers is must-watch cinema at any time of year. In the 1970s, a rowdy boarding school student spends Christmas break with a cantankerous professor and the school's grieving cook. The multi-award winner is one of the most heartfelt releases in recent memory, and feels deeply human.
Alexander Payne's rich dramedy is about second chances and seeing the best in even the prickliest of our peers. Every character is engrossing and layered, and it features a slew of unforgettable performances. The Holdovers hits Peacock on June 28th, but it is well worth the extended wait.
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