What to Watch This Weekend

Weekends during winter are perfect for cozying up inside and enjoying an excellent film instead of facing the chill. After all, why brave the cold when you could be snuggling with top-notch entertainment? With numerous streaming platforms available nowadays, it can get confusing to keep tabs on what’s fresh or newly added. Maybe you’re even contemplating signing up for a new service and want to explore its latest offerings during these quiet winter days.

Check out these three significant highlights over the weekend, along with some fresh recommendations for both classic and contemporary movies now available on popular streaming services. Cozy up with a warm drink, settle in, and spend the weekend immersed in a movie as you wait for the winter chill to pass!

‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ (2024)

Streaming on Netflix

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In the animated series “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl” (originally released in 1993), the mischievous penguin, Feathers McGraw, reappears to trouble Wallace and his dog, Gromit. He manipulates their robotic garden gnome, causing havoc for the British pair once more. This delightful, humorous claymation production by Aardman Animations showcases their enduring talent for creating charming and comedic content since Wallace and Gromit first emerged in 1989. Whether you’re a family or a couple seeking wholesome entertainment, “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl” offers something enjoyable for everyone. Right now, you can stream it on Netflix.

‘Mothers’ Instinct’ (2024)

Streaming on Hulu

If you’re in search of a thoughtful and moving cinematic experience, consider watching Benoit Delhomme’s adaptation of Barbara Abel’s “Mothers’ Instinct” this weekend. The plot revolves around the friendship between Alice and Celine, two housewives who find themselves at odds following a heart-wrenching tragedy involving one of their children. This poignant tale delves deep into the complexities of motherhood and friendship, offering an incredibly engaging and emotionally intense character study. Anne Hathaway delivers an outstanding performance, while Jessica Chastain provides a powerful counterpart to bring the story’s emotional depth to life. You can stream “Mothers’ Instinct” on Hulu.

‘Mind Body Spirit’ (2024)

Streaming on Shudder

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As a fervent enthusiast of horror content on YouTube and beyond, I wholeheartedly recommend delving into the captivating series titled “Mind Body Spirit.” This intriguing production follows the journey of Anya, an aspiring health creator, who, after discovering her grandmother’s enigmatic books presumed to be ancient wisdom, finds herself ensnared in a web of paranormal occurrences.

While the found footage genre may appear saturated, “Mind Body Spirit” stands out as one of its finest representations. Horror aficionados will undoubtedly appreciate the chilling atmosphere that precedes spine-tingling jump scares. The performance delivered by Sarah J. Barthalemow as Anya is truly commendable, and viewers will find themselves rooting for her, despite her initial missteps in dealing with the supernatural realm.

Currently streaming on Shudder through AMC+, I strongly advise you not to miss out on this exceptional piece of work that skillfully blends horror, mystery, and personal growth.

Worth a Watch

You can find information about every movie arriving on major streaming platforms in January 2025, but here are our recommended movies that you should definitely watch:

Platform Title Year Released Director
AMC+ Skincare 2024 Austin Peters
Hulu Insidious 2011 James Wan
Hulu John Wick 2014 Chad Stahelski
Hulu The King Of Comedy 1983 Martin Scorsese
Hulu Stopmotion 2023 Robert Morgan
Max Batman: Mask of the Phantasm 1993 Eric Radomski
Max Crazy Rich Asians 2018 Jon M. Chu
Max It Follows 2014 David Robert Mitchell
Max Matilda 1986 Danny DeVito
Max Silver Linings Playbook 2012 David O. Russell
Netflix Interstellar 2014 Christopher Nolan
Netflix Love Actually 2003 Richard Curtis
Netflix Rush Hour 1998 Brett Ratner
Netflix Spider-Man 2002 Sam Raimi
Netflix Cunk on Life 2025 Al Campbell
Paramount+ 40 Days and 40 Nights 2003 Michael Showalter
Paramount+ Almost Famous 2000 Cameron Crowe
Paramount+ Barbarella 1968 Roger Vadim
Paramount+ Kinky Boots 2005 Joel Edgerton
Paramount+ The Addams Family 1991 Barry Sonnenfeld
Peacock Aliens 1986 James Cameron
Peacock Attack The Block 2011 Joe Cornish
Peacock Fargo 1996 Joel and Ethan Coen
Peacock Southpaw 2015 Antoine Fuqua
Peacock Uncle Buck 1989 John Hughes
Prime Video Bridesmaids (Unrated) 2011 Paul Feig
Prime Video Edge of Tomorrow 2014 Doug Liman
Prime Video Foxy Brown 1974 Jack Hill
Prime Video The Blues Brothers 1980 John Landis
Prime Video The LEGO Movie 2014 Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Shudder Irreversible: The Straight Cut 2004 Gaspar Noé
Shudder The Thing 1982 John Carpenter
Shudder Them 2006 David Moreau, Xavier Palud

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2025-01-11 02:01