Looking for the best new movies streaming this weekend (Feb. 2-Feb. 8)? This guide rounds up the latest movie releases across Netflix, Hulu, Max, Apple TV+ and other top streaming services to help you decide what to watch right now. Whether you’re in the mood for a tense thriller, a laugh-out-loud comedy or a family-friendly hit, you’ll find what’s new to stream this weekend — plus where to watch each title — all in one place.
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Editor’s Pick: Best New Movie to Stream This Weekend
While fans will need to wait a bit longer for highly anticipated movies like Hamnet, The Housemaid, Marty Supreme and The Secret Agent to come to a streaming service (although they are now available to rent on PVOD), there are plenty of other new films to queue up this weekend.
Here’s our top pick:
‘Queen of Chess’
Queen of Chess tells the inspiring true story of Judit Polgár, the Hungarian prodigy who broke barriers to become one of the greatest chess players in history. Directed by Rory Kennedy, the documentary pairs stylish visuals with a powerful soundtrack, making it a compelling and worthwhile new movie to stream this weekend.
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New Movies Streaming on Netflix This Weekend
From theatrical releases to streaming originals, here are the best new movies streaming on Netflix this weekend.
‘Queen of Chess’
Rating: TV-14
Genre: Documentary
Director: Rory Kennedy
Released on Streaming: Feb. 6
Queen of Chess follows Judit Polgár’s groundbreaking rise from child prodigy to world-class chess champion, as she takes on a male-dominated sport determined to keep her out.
‘Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight’
Rating: R
Genre: Drama, Based on a True Story
Cast: Lexi Venter, Embeth Davidtz, Zikhona Bali, Fumani Shilubana
Director: Embeth Davidtz
Released on Streaming: Jan. 29
Writer-director Embeth Davidtz brings challenging source material to the screen in Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight, which follows a farming family living in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) during the final years of the Bush War.
‘Miracle: The Boys of 80’
Rating: TV-14
Genre: Sports Documentary
Director: Max Gershberg, Jacob Rogal
Released on Streaming: Jan. 30
This new Netflix documentary takes audiences back to the 1980 Winter Olympics to relive the extraordinary journey that led to Team USA’s legendary hockey victory, just in time for the 2026 Winter Games.
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‘Ella McCay’
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy; Drama
Cast: Emma Mackey, Julie Kavner, Jamie Lee Curtis, Spike Fearn
Director: James L. Brooks
Released on Streaming: Feb. 5
Ella McCay is a character-driven political comedy about an idealistic new senator struggling to balance her ambition with living her life. While its side plots and uneven pacing prevent it from fully coming together, the film is anchored by sharp observations, moments of genuine humor and a relatable look at leadership fatigue.
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‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’
Rating: R
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Comedy
Cast: Rose Byrne, Conan O’Brien, A$AP Rocky, Danielle Macdonald, Christian Slater
Director: Mary Bronstein
Released on Streaming: Jan. 30
Linda (Rose Byrne) watches her life unravel as her child’s illness, her husband’s absence and a strained relationship with her therapist push her to the brink. Both challenging and deeply rewarding, this surreal rollercoaster is anchored by Byrne’s impeccable performance and Mary Bronstein’s assured, powerful direction.
‘The Smashing Machine’
Rating: R
Genre: Biopic, Sports, Drama
Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt, Ryan Bader, Bas Rutten
Director: Benny Safdie
Released on Streaming: Jan. 23
Dwayne Johnson delivers a career-defining performance as UFC fighter Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine, a gritty and compelling sports biopic based on the life of legendary UFC fighter Mark Kerr.
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‘Relationship Goals’
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy; Romance
Cast: Kelly Rowland, Method Man, Robin Thede, Annie Gonzalez
Director: Linda Mendoza
Released on Streaming: Feb. 4
Relationship Goals is a light romantic comedy about a female TV executive forced to compete with her ex for a career-changing promotion, loosely inspired by a self-help book. While the movie can feel more like a glossy extension of its source material than a fully realized rom-com, it’s a low-stakes watch for fans of modern relationship comedies.
‘The Wrecking Crew’
Rating: R
Genre: Action, Comedy
Cast: Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista, Claes Bang, Temuera Morrison
Director: Ángel Manuel Soto
Released on Streaming: Jan. 28
When their father dies under mysterious circumstances, estranged half-brothers Jonny (Jason Momoa) and James (Dave Bautista) are forced back together, falling into an outrageous investigation that neither is prepared for. A playful buddy comedy, the film thrives on chaos and not taking itself too seriously.
This list of new movies streaming this weekend was last updated on February 5, 2026.
And there you have it: the top movies streaming this weekend. Each week, this page will be updated to reflect the top movies across platforms, so make sure to check back here to keep up with what’s hot in entertainment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are the Top New Movies to Stream decided?
As new movies are released to streaming, we aggregate reviews across various critics and audience scores to determine what the best new movies are right now.
Where can I stream If I Had Legs I'd Kick You?
If I Had Legs I'd Kick You will be available to stream on HBO Max as of Jan. 30.
Where can I watch The Smashing Machine?
The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne Johnson, becomes available to stream on HBO Max on Jan. 23.
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