Movies Streaming This Weekend: New Releases & Fan Favorites

Movies Streaming This Weekend: Your Guide to the Best New Releases

As the Winter Olympics draw to a close this weekend (with the closing ceremony on Sunday) and the first season of “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” concludes (finale airs Sunday night on HBO), there’s no shortage of captivating new TV shows and movies streaming to keep you entertained. From the return of a beloved actress in a thrilling mystery to the latest installment in a classic sci-fi franchise, here’s what’s hitting your screens this weekend.

‘Rental Family’ – A Heartwarming Story on Disney+ & Hulu

Brendan Fraser delivers a compelling performance in “Rental Family,” now available on Disney+ and Hulu. He portrays an American actor in Japan who takes on a unique job: being hired as a stand-in for family members in real-life situations. This leads to surprisingly profound human connections. The Boston Globe’s Odie Henderson awarded the film 3½ stars, praising its ability to tackle complex themes “with humor and intelligence.” If you’re looking for a movie streaming experience that’s both funny and touching, this is it.

Available on: Disney+ and Hulu

‘Song Sung Blue’ – A Neil Diamond Tribute on Peacock

Get ready to sing along! “Song Sung Blue,” now streaming on Peacock, is a biopic that tells the story of a couple who fall in love at a state fair and form a Neil Diamond tribute band. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, this feel-good movie is sure to have you belting out “Sweet Caroline” before you know it. Kate Hudson received an Oscar nomination for her performance.

Available on: Peacock

‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ – Season 2 Mystery on Apple TV+

Jennifer Garner returns for the second season of “The Last Thing He Told Me,” streaming Friday on Apple TV+. Based on Laura Dave’s novels, the series follows Hannah (Garner) as she unravels the mystery surrounding her missing husband, Owen (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), while protecting her stepdaughter, Bailey (Angourie Rice). Season 2 delves deeper into the family’s past, promising more drama and suspense. This is a must-watch for fans of mystery movies and series.

Available on: Apple TV+

‘The Night Agent’ – Action-Packed Espionage Returns to Netflix

The hit espionage action thriller “The Night Agent” is back for its third season on Netflix. Gabriel Basso reprises his role as FBI agent Peter Sutherland, embarking on a globe-trotting mission to stop assassins and uncover government secrets. If you enjoy high-stakes action and thrilling plots, this movie streaming option is for you.

Available on: Netflix

‘Predator: Badlands’ – A New Chapter in the Predator Saga on Disney+ & Hulu

Director Dan Trachtenberg continues to revitalize the “Predator” franchise with “Badlands,” now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. The film centers on Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi), a young Yautja clan member who ventures to a dangerous planet to prove his worth. He’s aided by Thia, a synthetic played by Elle Fanning, whose performance has been lauded as “an absolute, hilarious joy” by critics. This is a thrilling addition to the movies streaming this weekend for sci-fi fans.