Looking for the best new movies streaming this weekend (Mar. 26-29)? 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 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:
‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice”
With a strong cast made up of Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza González and Keith David, Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice blends comedy, action and sci-fi into one unforgettable ride. The Hulu film centers on a tangled love triangle that spirals into a chaotic whirlwind full of organized crime, drama and, of course, time travel.
New Movies Streaming on Netflix
From theatrical releases to streaming originals, here are the best new movies streaming on Netflix this weekend.
‘Anaconda’
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Action, Comedy, Horror
Cast: Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn
Director: Tom Gormican
Released on Streaming: March 25
In this meta-horror-comedy, Jack Black and Paul Rudd star as best friends who set out to remake the iconic film Anaconda, chasing a lifelong childhood dream. What begins as a thoughtless passion project quickly spirals into a chaotic — and deadly — adventure they’ll never forget.
‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’
Rating: R
Genre: Crime Drama; War; Historical
Cast: Cillian Murphy, Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, Barry Keoghan
Director: Tom Harper
Released on Streaming: March 20
Tommy Shelby is pulled out of exile and thrust into the turmoil of World War II arriving at his doorstep. With both his family’s future and the fate of his country hanging in the balance, the usually unshakable Shelby faces pressures unlike anything before.
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‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy, Action, Sci-Fi, Crime
Cast: Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza González, Keith David, Emily Hampshire
Director: BenDavid Grabinski
Released on Streaming: March 27
When a time-travel twist turns a routine job into a high-stakes mission with life-altering implications, friends Mike and Nick are pulled deeper — and further into the past — into the dangerous world of organized crime. Tasked with kidnapping a past version of Nick, the night quickly spirals into hilarious chaos as rivals close in and a messy love triangle begins to unravel.
‘Is This Thing On?’
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Cast: Will Arnett, Laura Dern, Andra Day, Bradley Cooper
Director: Bradley Cooper
Released on Streaming: March 20
Directed by Bradley Cooper, Is This Thing On tells the tale of a longtime couple navigating divorce while learning how to rebuild their lives apart. As Alex discovers an unexpected passion for stand-up comedy and Tess jumps into coaching volleyball, the film explores the beauty of new beginnings even in the midst of an ending.
‘King Ivory’
Rating: R
Genre: Crime Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Cast: James Badge Dale, Ben Foster, Michael Mando, Rory Cochrane
Director: John Swab
Released on Streaming: March 20
King Ivory is a gripping thriller that traces the devastating reach of the fentanyl crisis across every layer of society—from law enforcement to organized crime and the families caught in between. Centered around a Tulsa narcotics officer, the film shows just how quickly lines can blur when the fight turns personal.
New Movies on Paramount+ This Weekend
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‘Primate’
Rating: R
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Cast: Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, Victoria Wyant, Gia Hunter
Director: Johannes Roberts
Released on Streaming: March 25
Primate follows a group of friends whose tropical getaway turns into a nightmare when the family’s highly intelligent pet chimpanzee suddenly becomes violent. As the chimp begins hunting them one by one, the group is forced into a fight for survival against a creature that knows them — and their next move — all too well.
New Movies Streaming on Peacock
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‘Wicked: For Good’
Rating: PG
Genre: Musical, Fantasy, Kids & Family
Cast: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater
Director: Jon M. Chu
Released on Streaming: March 20
Wicked: For Good continues the epic story as Elphaba, now feared as the Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile while Glinda rises within Oz’s political spotlight. As their paths diverge under mounting pressure and public perception, the film explores the cost of ambition, identity and loyalty—building toward a truly gravity-defying conclusion, available to stream at home this weekend!
This list of new movies to stream this weekend was last updated on March 25, 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.
All of these films can be watched on DIRECTV or through other streaming platforms, many of which you can connect to your DIRECTV interface. Learn how to add your favorite streaming apps to DIRECTV Gemini or Gemini Air. It’s easy to find the best new movies to stream now on PVOD, the top movies on Netflix or the latest hits across services. If you aren’t a DIRECTV customer yet, now’s the time to make the switch!
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies streaming this weekend?
The best new movies streaming this weekend include Anaconda (Netflix), Primate (Paramount+) and Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (Hulu).
Is Primate available to stream?
Primate is available to stream on Paramount+ starting on March 25.
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