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New Year, New Streams: Your Guide to the Hottest Movies Hitting Your Couch!
Get ready to snuggle up with some serious star power this holiday season! Whether you’re craving high-octane action with Brad Pitt, a hilarious, heart-warming escape with Channing Tatum, or singing along to Taylor Swift’s greatest hits, your favorite streaming services are delivering a fresh batch of films perfect for end-of-year catch-ups.
From highly anticipated theatrical releases making their home debut – like the long-awaited “Spinal Tap” sequel – to brand-new originals such as the latest “Knives Out” murder mystery and a dog-centric comedy featuring Charlie Cox and Zooey Deschanel, there’s a cinematic treat for every taste.
Here are 10 new and noteworthy movies you can stream right now:
‘Bride Hard’
“Pitch Perfect” fans, rejoice! Rebel Wilson unleashes her inner international secret agent in this action-comedy.
She’s the maid of honor at her best childhood friend’s wedding, played by Anna Camp, who’s in for a surprise when her old pal’s covert skills are needed to fend off a crew of bad guys. Expect heroic shenanigans and plenty of laughs as these two team up!
Where to watch: Hulu
‘F1: The Movie’
Brad Pitt brings his signature charm and plenty of “vroom-vroom” steeliness to the track in this four-wheeled crowd-pleaser. He stars as an aging driver-for-hire on an underdog racing team, mentoring hotshot rookie Damson Idris. Get ready for macho panache, white-knuckle action sequences, and a whole lot of speed!
Where to watch: Apple TV
‘Jay Kelly’
This might be as close as we’ll ever get to “George Clooney: The Movie.” The A-lister masterfully balances charm and vulnerability as a film legend in the twilight of his career, grappling with the realization that work has always come before loved ones. Noah Baumbach’s dramedy offers a meta character study, brimming with humor and self-reflection, letting Clooney truly shine.
Where to watch: Netflix
‘Merv’
In this delightful holiday rom-com, recently broken-up Boston couple Anna (Zooey Deschanel) and Russ (Charlie Cox) share custody of their beloved dog, Merv. When Merv shows signs of doggy depression, Russ takes him to a pet-friendly Florida resort. An uninvited Anna tags along, leading to a heartwarming journey where both humans and animals work through their feelings.
Where to watch: Prime Video
‘Oh. What. Fun.’
While this holiday comedy ventures into familiar Christmas movie territory, Michelle Pfeiffer’s performance alone makes it a must-watch. She plays a Texas mom determined to bring all the yuletide cheer to her family. But when they accidentally leave her behind for an important outing, she snaps and embarks on a cathartic road trip of her own.
Where to watch: Prime Video
‘Roofman’
Channing Tatum delivers an equally heartwarming and hilarious performance in this stranger-than-fiction, true-life dramedy. Tatum plays a divorced former soldier sentenced to 45 years for robbing a string of McDonald’s. He escapes, making a secret home in a Toys ‘R Us, and falls for a single mom (Kirsten Dunst) who works there.
Where to watch: Paramount+
‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’
They’re back! Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer reprise their roles as the adorably dim members of Spinal Tap in the sequel to the classic 1984 rock mockumentary. After going their separate ways, the aging rockers reunite for a one-night-only show, featuring cameos from icons like Elton John and Paul McCartney.
Where to watch: HBO Max
‘Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show’
Get ready, Swifties! This concert film, a companion to the six-part docuseries, captures the global superstar’s electrifying final show of her record-breaking Eras Tour, filmed in Vancouver. Expect guest stars, screaming crowds, and all your fan-favorite tunes, including songs from “The Tortured Poets Department.”
Where to watch: Disney+
‘Troll 2’
What’s better than one ginormous ancient troll stomping around Norway? Two, obviously! When another mythological creature awakens and embarks on a vengeful path of destruction, the heroes from the first “Troll” adventure enlist the help of a massive ally of their own for some epic rock-’em, sock-’em troll combat.
Where to watch: Netflix
‘Wake Up Dead Man’
Rian Johnson’s third all-star “Knives Out” mystery introduces Daniel Craig’s Southern-fried Sherlock, Benoit Blanc, to his very own Watson. Young priest Father Jud (Josh O’Connor) is accused of murdering his tempestuous boss (Josh Brolin), and Blanc arrives to unravel the mystery in a humorous and sharp exploration of faith, religion, and the cult of personality.
Where to watch: Netflix