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5 must-watch movies & TV shows streaming right now
Welcome to Boston.com's weekly streaming guide. Each week, we recommend five must-watch movies and TV shows available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Peacock, Paramount+, and more. Want more…
Ex-Psychic Calls Disney's Latest Animated Kids' Movie 'Really Disturbing
Walt Disney Animation Studios just released the first trailer for its upcoming kids' movie, “Hexed,” and it's already getting attention. Jenn Nizza, a former psychic who abandoned the occult after coming to faith in Jesus, described…
What's streaming this weekend? These are the best new movies, TV shows, and live sports
Congratulations on reaching the end of the week. If you're looking to park yourself on the couch for the next couple of days, there are plenty of new things to watch on TV. We've rounded up the five best new movies, TV shows, and live sports…
This Chinese movie's terrible animation is an unwitting beacon of the anti-AI movement
Moviegoers will often flock to the cinemas for one of two reasons: in response to viral clips on social media, like in the case of Obsession, or because of the draw of a star-studded cast and director, like for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. But…
If You Loved 'Lanterns,' There's One Movie You Need to Watch Next
You're not alone: Everyone loves HBO's Lanterns. The rebooted D.C. universe has gotten off to a wobbly start, but the new series about Green Lantern Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) breaking in his eventual replacement, John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), is…
Now movie theaters are starting to ban Meta smart glasses too. Here's why
UK cinemas are moving to restrict camera-enabled smart glasses made by Meta Platforms and other tech companies, joining the trend of establishments banning the wearable technology in public settings. On Thursday, the UK Cinema Association (UKCA)…
3 Best Movies To Watch On Hulu This Weekend (#1 Is Denzel Washington's Classic Football Movie)
It's time for another batch of weekend movie picks on Hulu, and this trio of selections might be the best one yet. Digging through Hulu's catalog each week is a rewarding experience, and it really uncovers the hidden power of the streamer's…
New Jason Statham Movie Accidentally Leaked Online
Movie industry experts talk about how the window where a film plays exclusively in theatrers keep getting shorter and shorter. Where it used to take months for something to go from the theater to home video, now it often takes a matter of weeks.
New 'Serendipity' Movie: Michael Showalter Directing For Amazon
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Showalter is set to direct a modern retelling of cult-classic romantic comedy Serendipity for Amazon MGM Studios and Miramax, Deadline has learned. Script is by Marc Klein, who wrote the original film, with casting underway. The…
The Best Movies to Watch on Netflix Right Now (Aug. 21-28, 2026)
Every Friday, I log in to the Netflix top movies charts to see which films are the most popular, based on both total streams and social media conversation. This is one of those weeks where a film from the last few years enjoys a mysterious surge in…
5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Paramount+ and more (August 22-23)
Another weekend is here, which means the question of what to watch is fresh in our minds — with decision paralysis nipping at its heels, oh no! The best streaming services are constantly shuffling great new releases through their libraries…
The 20 Sexiest Movies on Prime Video Right Now
Listen, there's no shame in seeking out a sexy movie—really, they're having a bit of a comeback. This year alone, the likes of Wuthering Heights, The Invite, and I Want Your Sex are part of the revival of erotic thrillers, dramas, and…
Quiz: Can You Name the '80s Movie From the Family Pet?
Most movies of the 1980s assured us one thing when animals were involved: they survived to the end. Sure, they may have gotten themselves into some trouble, but these movies were not in the habit of absolutely destroying us—with the…
There's a Good Reason They Keep Making More Insidious Movies
Despite its overall financial success, the Insidious horror franchise sometimes feels like an afterthought. That might be because a fair number of the films starred Patrick Wilson, who also happens to star in the far more lucrative Conjuring…
3 best new to Netflix movies you should stream this weekend (August 21-23)
To keep things feeling fresh and interesting, the top streaming services regularly revamp their libraries each month, so there's always something new and exciting to click 'Play' on. And Netflix is no exception: August 2026 has seen a lot of…
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