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15 Must-Watch Movies Streaming Right Now: From ‘Trap’ to ‘Woman of the Hour’

 

From ‘Trap’ to ‘Woman of the Hour,’ 15 films you should stream right away


Streaming a fresh M. Night Shyamalan film is like enjoying your favorite comfort food as October comes to a close. Revisiting Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as Miami cops is the cherry on top.

This month, platforms such as Netflix, Max, Prime Video, and Hulu have released a variety of films to cater to all entertainment preferences. Whether you’re interested in recent theatrical hits, including Shyamalan’s intense thriller, or the latest “Bad Boys” installment, there’s also a range of original content perfect for Halloween – featuring new adaptations of Stephen King stories and an eerie film with a sinister character reminiscent of Mister Rogers.

Here are 15 exciting new films available for streaming now:

‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’

 

The Miami cops, Mike Lowrey (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence), make a return in this fourth entry of the action-comedy franchise. This time, they face their mid-life challenges while navigating their roles as unintentional criminals in an increasingly outrageous yet enjoyable storyline.

 

Available on: Netflix

‘Brothers’

 

This crime comedy has a vibe similar to a budget Coen brothers film, with Peter Dinklage playing an ex-con who persuades his “twin” brother (Josh Brolin) to partner with him on a high-stakes heist. Glenn Close plays the manipulative mother who reenters their lives, while Brendan Fraser delivers an over-the-top performance as a corrupt police officer.

Available on: Prime Video

‘Caddo Lake’

 

This Shyamalan-backed thriller introduces a gripping tale about a bizarre lake, a grieving son (Dylan O’Brien) searching for answers regarding his deceased mother, and a woman (Eliza Scanlen) who is frantic to uncover the fate of her missing younger sister.

 

Available on: Max

‘Carved’

 

This horror comedy set in the 1990s will make you reconsider carving your Halloween pumpkin before watching it, or it might end up glaring right back at you. In the film, Peyton Elizabeth Lee plays a sad teen playwright at a fall festival who, along with her friends, faces an angry pumpkin.

Available on: Hulu

‘Don’t Move’

 

In this survival thriller, produced by the mind behind “Evil Dead,” Kelsey Asbille, who stars in “Yellowstone,” plays a woman mourning her loss while trying to find solace in a secluded forest. However, a serial killer administers a paralytic drug, leaving her only 20 minutes to fight back before her body shuts down.

 

Available on: Netflix

‘Hold Your Breath’

 

Prepare to see dust bunnies differently! This suspense film features Sarah Paulson as a troubled mother in 1930s Oklahoma, striving to shield her children from dust storms and illness. Meanwhile, a peculiar preacher’s arrival brings an unsettling atmosphere into her home.

Available on: Hulu

‘House of Spoils’

 

Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose from “West Side Story” conjures a chilling tale in this culinary thriller. She portrays an up-and-coming chef, newly tasked with running a trendy restaurant, but her grand opening is jeopardized by staffing troubles and eerie supernatural visions.

Available on: Prime Video

‘It’s What’s Inside’

 

A group of college friends gather to toast a wedding, but one brings an unusual suitcase containing a strange device, leading them into a game that results in a mind-bending body-swap thriller loaded with complex emotions and regretful choices.

Available on: Netflix

‘Lonely Planet’

 

This romantic drama unfolds at an upscale writers’ retreat, where a reserved author, played by Laura Dern, forms a connection with a younger man (Liam Hemsworth). Their affair blossoms as he grapples with his diminishing confidence thanks to his unkind girlfriend (Diana Silvers).

 

Available on: Netflix

‘MaXXXine’

 

This slasher film, inspired by the ’80s, completes a terrifying trilogy that began with the 1970s film “X” and included the 1910s-era “Pearl.” Mia Goth reprises her role as Maxine Minx, who seeks to transform her adult film career into mainstream success, only to be pursued by a hidden killer.

Available on: Max

‘Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’

 

This dynamic documentary is packed with concert clips that fans will appreciate. However, the highlight is the behind-the-scenes look at Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band rehearsals, showcasing how “The Boss” organizes and curates a setlist that narrates stories about “life, death, and all that lies in between.”

Available on: Hulu and Disney+

‘Salem’s Lot’

 

This film adaptation of King’s classic 1975 novel prioritizes horror over deep character arcs. Lewis Pullman portrays an author returning to his Maine roots to find fresh inspiration. During his visit, he gets drawn into the search for a missing child, only to uncover that a vampire has arrived, aiming to build a legion of bloodthirsty followers.

Where to watch: Max

‘Tuesday’

 

This unique suburban tale features Death appearing to a terminally ill teenager (Lola Petticrew) as a talking macaw that can change its size. The girl’s overly protective mother (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) interferes with the bird’s duties, resulting in significant consequences in this profound exploration of life, death, and coming to terms with loss.

 

Where to watch: Max

‘Trap’

 

A caring father with a dark secret (Josh Hartnett) brings his teenage daughter to a pop concert, unwittingly entering an FBI sting operation in this suspenseful film directed by M. Night Shyamalan. Hartnett delivers a chilling performance, with the director’s daughter Saleka taking on a vital role as a pop star.

Where to watch: Max

‘Woman of the Hour’

 

Anna Kendrick expertly directs and acts in this gritty thriller set in the 1970s, which follows the bizarre but true story of a contestant (Kendrick) who finds herself sharing an episode of “The Dating Game” with a serial killer (Daniel Zovatto).

Where to watch: Netflix