New Movies 2026: Your Ultimate Streaming Guide

Love movies? Live for TV? USA TODAY’s Watch Party newsletter has all the best recommendations, delivered right to your inbox. Sign up now and be in the know! This year’s Valentine’s Day weekend brings a diverse selection of new streaming films, with something for everyone. From thrilling action to heartwarming dramas, Netflix, Peacock, Hulu, Prime Video, and more have you covered. Here’s a look at 10 new and notable movies you can stream right now:

1. Lorenz Hart (Netflix)

Ethan Hawke delivers a captivating performance as famed lyricist Lorenz Hart in this lively character study. Richard Linklater reimagines the 1943 premiere afterparty of “Oklahoma!”, where a newly sober Hart navigates pride and obsession. Netflix is the place to watch.

2. The Lieutenant Governor (Hulu)

Oscar-winning filmmaker James L. Brooks returns with this feel-good political dramedy. Emma Mackey shines as an idealistic lieutenant governor thrust into the top job, facing family issues and scandal. Stream it on Hulu.

3. Waiting for Joan (Apple TV+)

A unique twist on the love triangle, this film follows Larry (Miles Teller) who chooses to wait for his wife of 65 years in the afterlife, only to find she’s also greeted by her first husband. Available on Apple TV+.

4. Madea’s Brother (Netflix)

Tyler Perry expands his cinematic universe with Madea’s equally feisty brother. Joe (Perry) embarks on a road trip with his grandson, tackling tough issues and celebrating Black history. Find it on Netflix.

5. Predator: The Runt (Hulu)

Prepare for an underdog story in the “Predator” universe. Dek, the runt of his clan, seeks to prove himself on a deadly world, befriending an android along the way. Stream on Hulu.

6. Judit (Netflix)

This Netflix documentary centers on Judit Polgár, the Hungarian chess prodigy who challenged the male-dominated world of chess, including matches against Garry Kasparov. Watch it on Netflix.

7. The Promotion (Prime Video)

A romantic comedy with a religious undertone, starring Kelly Rowland as a morning show producer vying for a promotion, complicated by her cheating ex. Available on Prime Video.

8. Diamond Days (Peacock)

Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman deliver stellar performances in this true-life drama about a Neil Diamond tribute act. Their journey is filled with personal tragedies and professional triumphs. Stream on Peacock.

9. Open House (Hulu)

A wild divorce comedy that’s anything but typical. Ashley’s divorce leads to a complicated love trapezoid involving her husband and a married couple. Find it on Hulu.

10. Aloha Justice (Prime Video)

Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa shine as estranged Hawaiian brothers who reunite to investigate their father’s death, uncovering a criminal conspiracy. Available on Prime Video.

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