Streaming Must-Sees: From ‘The Fall Guy’ to Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon’
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With Labor Day weekend upon us, it’s the perfect time to kick back and enjoy some great films without lifting more than your remote.
Many great streaming choices are available for different movie lovers on platforms like Netflix, Peacock, Max, and more. You can catch newly released films, such as Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt in a revamped version of a 1980s TV classic, along with Kevin Costner’s bold take on a Western saga. Additionally, there are original films, including a thriller by Lee Daniels about possession, as well as a fresh R-rated high school comedy.
Check out these 10 noteworthy films ready for streaming:
‘Daughters’
This touching documentary captures a program where incarcerated fathers participate in a dance event with their daughters. The film explores the preparations leading up to this special day, revealing a spectrum of emotions—from frustration and heartbreak to overwhelming joy as fathers embrace their kids, some for the very first time.
Available on: Netflix
‘The Deliverance’
Fans of exorcism tales will find familiar elements in this chilling possession drama by Lee Daniels, inspired by a haunting true story. Daniels, known for “Precious” and “Empire,” masterfully combines unsettling imagery in this narrative featuring a Black mother (Andra Day) battling not only her own trials but also a malevolent spirit affecting her children.
Available on: Netflix
‘The Fall Guy’
Ryan Gosling’s character, Colt Seavers, is not just known as Ken; he’s an extraordinary stuntman too. In this reimagined romantic action comedy of the classic ’80s Lee Majors show, Colt faces various wild challenges—including a 12-story fall, battling through glass, solving a mystery, and rekindling ties with his ex-girlfriend (Emily Blunt) against all odds.
Available on: Peacock
‘Hell Hole’
The talented filmmakers behind the acclaimed coming-of-age horror “Hellbender” have crafted this homage to the quirky body-snatching B-movies of the past. The plot follows a US fracking crew as they dig up a long-buried French soldier, which then releases a parasitic creature causing havoc.
Available on: Shudder
‘Horizon: An American Saga – Part 1’
Kevin Costner, known for classics like “Dances With Wolves” and “Yellowstone,” showcases his Western storytelling skills in “Horizon.” This expansive three-hour film explores the era of westward expansion during the Civil War and features numerous intertwining stories and characters, making it a richly scenic viewing experience.
Available to watch: Max
‘Incoming’
Does the thought of underage drinking and embarrassing moments sound fun? If so, dive into this Gen Z spin on classic high school comedies. Featuring Mason Thames from “The Black Phone,” this film follows a group of freshman friends as they experience their first wild party, completely unprepared for the chaos that follows.
Available to watch: Netflix
‘The Killer’
Is remaking an iconic ’80s action film sacrilegious? Not if it’s directed by John Woo himself! This latest version alters the lead character’s gender and moves the action to Paris. It may not replicate the original’s magic, but it’s still quite engaging, featuring Nathalie Emmanuel as an assassin on the run and Omar Sy as a determined cop on her trail.
Available to watch: Peacock
‘Kinds of Kindness’
This intriguing anthology film by Yorgos Lanthimos features Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone in various stories—one about cult members seeking a prophetic woman, and another where Plemons plays a businessman with an excessively demanding boss (Willem Dafoe). There’s also a tale of a police officer (Stone) who no longer recognizes her wife after a traumatic experience.
Available to watch: Hulu
‘The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat’
This touching story follows the lives of three best friends through the 1960s and 1990s (played by Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Sanaa Lathan, and the wonderful Uzo Aduba) as they traverse various life trials. While it delivers feel-good moments, it could benefit from more scenes featuring all three characters together.
Available to watch: Hulu
‘The Watchers’
This suspenseful horror film marks the directorial debut of Ishana Night Shyamalan, showcasing her knack for atmospheric storytelling, reminiscent of her father’s work. The plot weaves intriguing folklore and fantasy into the narrative about a young woman (Dakota Fanning) who finds herself among a group of individuals supervised by mysterious beings that inhabit the woods.
Available to watch: Max