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 watch at home.
The films on this list span genres, streaming services and ratings (from PG to R and NR), ensuring there’s something for everyone in your home to love.
Each week, we’ll look at new and trending films making their way to your TV and update this list to keep you up to speed on the very best content. 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.
And make sure to check back weekly so you can stay on top of what’s hot in movies right now.
*Movies on this list were released between January 1, 2022, and now, and are available to watch on streaming services or through DIRECTV On Demand.
Cast: Mikey Madison, Paul Weissman, Lindsey Normington, Yuriy Borisov, Mark Eydelshteyn
Director: Sean Baker
Streaming: DIRECTV On Demand, Apple TV, Prime Video
Officially named Best Picture at the 2025 Oscars, Anora is a poignant and daring romantic comedy that explores the unconventional love story between a young sex worker and the privileged son of a Russian oligarch. Directed by Sean Baker, the film masterfully delves into themes of vulnerability, societal pressure and personal identity against the backdrop of an unpredictable and often harsh world.
With standout performances by Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yuriy Borisov and others, Anora balances humor and raw emotion, offering a heartfelt examination of love’s complexities.
The film’s vibrant storytelling brings to life a love not often seen on the big screen.
Rating: R Genre: Comedy; Drama Cast: Dan Levy, Ruth Negga, Luke Evans, Himesh Patel Director: Dan Levy
Schitt’s Creek writer and star Dan Levy has given audiences the perfect mix of comedy, heartbreak and hope yet again, and we’re lucky he did. After losing the love of his life, Marc turns to his friends for support and companionship. Through that (and an Eat Pray Love-esque trip to Paris) they face demons they didn’t realize they had.
An authentic and vulnerable lens into the lonely world of grief.
Rating: R Genre: Dark Comedy; Drama; Psychological Thriller Cast: Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elori, Rosamund Pike, Richard E. Grant Director: Emerald Fennell
Audiences have been unable to stop talking about Saltburn, and for good reasons. After becoming entangled with the most popular and desired student at Oxford, awkward Oliver Quick finds himself in a world he never imagined. With twists and turns you’ll never believe, this intense and shocking story will stay in your mind long after the movie ends.
This star-studded dark comedy directed by the talented Emerald Fennell will have you enthralled from start to finish.
3. ‘THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES’ (2023) (NEW!)
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Action; Drama Cast: Tom Blyth, Rachel Zegler, Peter Dinklage, Jason Schwartzman Director: Francis Lawrence
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes brings fans back to the start of it all: the origins of the Hunger Games. The film explores the rise of President Coriolanus Snow and the complex choices that shaped his character into the evil President we loved to hate in the original trilogy. With an outstanding cast and an exciting story, this prequel offers a fresh perspective on the beloved franchise, delving into the world of Panem and the ruthless nature of survival.
This thrilling addition to the Hunger Games series is a must-watch for fans and newcomers alike.
Rating: PG Genre: Musical Comedy; Kids & Family Cast: Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Camila Cabelo, Eric André Director: Walt Dohrn
The third iteration of this fan-favorite animated series, Trolls Band Together is a delightful and colorful adventure that follows trolls Poppy and Branch as they journey to reunite Branch with his long-lost brothers. Filled with catchy songs, cute animation, and a positive message, this family-friendly film is sure to entertain audiences of all ages.
Rating: R Genre: History; Drama Cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon Director: Christopher Nolan
The other half of this summer’s iconic Barbenheimer has finally been released to streaming, and it is continuing to make a splash. Oppenheimer tells the complicated history around the Manhattan Project and the man credited with building the atomic bomb. And it certainly tells the story well. Despite the film coming in at exactly three hours long, Christopher Nolan’s storytelling combined with the impeccable audio/visual effects keeps audiences engaged until the very end. Not to mention some incredible performances by the cast.
A new spin on the biopic that is definitely worth the three-hour watch.
Rating: R Genre: Crime; Drama Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, Tantoo Cardinal Director: Martin Scorsese
Killers of the Flower Moon has been the talk of the town as of late, and rightfully so. Director Martin Scorsese, with the help of an impossibly talented cast, tells a dark story of American history in a poetic and compelling way. While the 3 hours and 26 minutes runtime might seem a bit daunting, the film never loses focus, making it easy to stay sucked in until the very end.
An extremely powerful and heartrending story we should all pay attention to.
7. ‘MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – DEAD RECKONING PART ONE’ (2023)
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Action; Adventure Cast: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg Director: Christopher McQuarrie
How many Mission: Impossible movies are there? If you find yourself asking that, you’re not the only one (this is number 7).
The latest iteration of the Tom Cruise classic franchise is Dead Reckoning Part One. In it, Tom Cruise and his crew must travel around the world to track down a weapon of mass destruction. From the intense stunts and adrenaline boosting fights to flirty moments and serious realizations, this movie will have you hooked until the final moments. And for a movie that’s nearly three hours long, that’s an impressive feat.
‘Mission: Impossible’ fans will want to rewatch this as soon as it’s over.
Rating: R Genre: Drama; Romance Cast: Natalie Portman, Julianne Moore, Cory Michael Smith, Charles Melton Director: Todd Haynes
What happens to the people in a national scandal after that scandal is over? In the case of May December, an actor comes to your home 20 years later to learn everything about your life in hopes of replicating it on the big screen. Loosely based on a true story, Todd Haynes takes an unsettling story and turns it into a film we can all gain some insight from.
Thanks to the campy humor and strong storytelling, it’s hard not to find yourself engrossed in this film.
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Comedy Cast: Margot Robbie, America Ferrera, Ryan Gosling Director: Greta Gerwig
Greta Gerwig’s Barbie didn’t become the ninth fastest film to make one billion dollars at the box office for no reason. Not only is the film a joy to watch, with its fantastic fashion and pink plastic world, but it also does a fantastic job balancing satiric meta commentary about our world with sweet moments and humor anyone can laugh about. The stellar cast and their insane chemistry make this film a treat for anyone, all the time.
Once you watch, you’ll never want to leave Barbie Land.
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Romance; Drama Cast: Greta Lee, Teo Yoo, John Magaro Director: Celine Song
The reviews for Past Lives have been overwhelmingly positive and is being referred to by multiple critics as a top movie you do not want to miss. Celine Song’s debut film takes a story we all know – the feeling of finding your first love, and then losing it – and turns it into something deeper and more profound than we ever thought it could be.
The chemistry between the lead characters brings Song’s masterful storytelling and direction to life in a way that other romance movies often miss.
A common story of love told in a way we’ve never experienced before.
Rating: R Genre: Comedy Cast: Awkwafina, Sandra Oh, Jason Schwartzman, Will Ferrell Director: Jessica Yu
For those looking for a casual yet hilarious watch, Quiz Lady is for you. Led by a stellar cast – namely Awkwafina and Sandra Oh – this sister road trip comedy is not only funny, but also more sincere than expected. Watching these two sisters come together in hopes of making it big on a quiz show will be more fun than you’ve had all week.
A classic story about sisterhood told in a brand-new way.
Rating: R Genre: Drama Cast: Tommy Lee Jones; Jamie Foxx; Jurnee Smollett; Mamoudou Athie Director: Maggie Bets
Inspired by a real court case from 1995, this well-made legal drama takes a case nearly 30 years old and brings its relevance to our world today. The film follows funeral home owner Jerimiah as he teams up with Willie E. Gary to try and save his family business. Thanks to the charisma and talent of Jamie Foxx and Tommy Lee Jones as the film’s leads, plus the creative liberties taken by director Maggie Bets throughout, The Burial is a nuanced and thoughtful film that also manages to be an overall crowd pleaser.
Fans of award winners Jamie Foxx and Tommy Lee Jones will have a soft spot for this watch.
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Biography; Drama Cast: Annette Bening, Jodie Foster, Rhys Ifans Director: Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin
This female-centered biopic follows the inspiring true story of world-class swimmer Diana Nyad as she attempts to follow through on a dream she gave up 30 years prior. But not only is this film a story of physical endurance and tenacity, it’s also a story of how friendship, love and relationships are tested during those times. Annette Bening (Diana) and Jodie Foster (Bonnie) take this story to the next level with their performances.
You’ll leave this film feeling inspired, and ready to take on your dreams.
Rating:PG-13 Genre: Comedy; Drama Cast: Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks Director: Wes Anderson
For fans of Wes Anderson movies like Moonrise Kingdom and Grand Budapest Hotel, Asteroid City is bound to be a hit for you.
Like much of his other work, this story is about relationships between people in times of crisis (in this case, an alien invasion) will leave you thinking about the human condition and just how little we really know.
The film is about a play called ‘Asteroid City,’ named after the town in which the play is set, which makes it all pretty meta. If that’s your thing, this is the movie for you.
Rating: R Genre: Comedy; LGBTQIA+ Cast: Rachel Sennott, Ayo Edeberi, Havana Rose Liu, Kaia Gerber Director: Emma Seligman
This past summer was full of fantastic content created by women, and it looks like this fall will be the same. Bottoms, directed by Emma Seligman, is the hilarious and well-written story of two high school girls who want to lose their virginities to the school cheerleaders.
To do that, they form a fight club to bring the women of the school together. And while the film is about as raunchy and violent as a teen comedy can get, it’s laugh out loud script and fabulous cast make it well worth the watch.
Your stomach will hurt from so much laughing after watching this women-focused queer comedy.
Rating: R Genre:Comedy Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Andrew Bath Feldman, Laura Benanti Director: Gene Stupnitsky
Calling all Jennifer Lawrence fans! This raunchy comedy is actually less raunchy than expected for an R rated comedy and follows a somewhat predictable story line. Despite that, however, Lawrence’s physical comedy and impeccable timing, combined with her on screen chemistry between her and Feldman, make for an enjoyable watch.
A fun watch that isn’t trying to be something it’s not.
Rating: R Genre: Comedy; Holiday Cast: Paul Giametti, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Dominic Sessa, Carrie Preston Director: Alexander Payne
Not every holiday movie is going to be a hit, but The Holdovers surely is. Since its release, this Alexander Payne film has received critical acclaim for its thoughtful and heartfelt storytelling and strong performances. The film follows the talented Pail Giamatti as he plays a grumpy prep school teacher who is forced to watch over students with nowhere to go for the holidays. Taking place in the 70s, watching the movie feels like jumping back in time.
A Christmas story you’ll want to add to your annual holiday rotation.
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Action; Drama Cast: David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe, Darren Barnet Director: Neill Blomkamp
Gran Turismo tells the true story of Jann Mardenbourough, a regular, video game-playing teenager and his journey to achieve his dreams. It’s a film that touches on a number of relatable experiences, from being to underdog to having parents that don’t support their child’s career aspirations. Whether race car driving is your thing or not, the film is full of impressive cinematography. It might start off a bit slow, but by the end you’ll be cheering Jann on, too.
This film is made for gamers with dreams of making it big.
Rating: R Genre: Comedy; Drama; Based on a True Story Cast:Jay Baruchel, Glenn Howerton Director: Matt Johnson
This film tells the story of how the first-ever smartphone, Blackberry, came to be. Knowing that, you may be surprised to find it feels much like an action film, despite there not being any physical violence.
“Instead of shooting, stabbing or beating each other,” movie critic Matt Zoller Seitz explains in his review, the movie’s characters insult one another, plan elaborate traps and essentially step on whoever it takes to get to the top.
Even if you’re familiar with the rise and fall of Blackberry, this film portrays the story in a way you’ve never seen before – and it’s worth the watch.
Fans of ‘The Wolf of Wallstreet’ won’t want to miss this one.
Rating: R Genre: Thriller/Mystery; Action Cast: Angus Cloud, Elliot Knight, Jessica Garza, Sterling Beaumon Director: Daniel Brown
If you’ve never asked yourself what you would do for $150 million, you will be after watching Your Lucky Day. This intense, fast paced thriller takes viewers on a wild ride, as a winning lottery ticket leads to murder and kidnapping. Mixed in throughout the plot twists and surprises is plenty of social commentary to keep the audience engaged. And while the story itself is strong, the cast takes the movie to the next level. In what ended up being the late Angus Cloud’s last film, his ability to steal the scene is clear.
A unique thriller that will keep you guessing until the end.
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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