‘World War Z’ Tops Hulu’s Most-Watched Movies List This Week: Here Are the Remaining Top 10 Movies

For those seeking a speedy means to keep up with the popular shows people are streaming, this week’s selection on Hulu offers a wide variety – from hit zombie movies, entertaining road-trip comedies, engrossing true-crime investigations, pulse-pounding action sequences, and timeless comfort-watch picks. This diverse array ensures an effortless match for your current mood, whether you’re in the mood for edge-of-your-seat thrills or clever comedies packed with memorable one-liners.

Here’s a selection of ten popular shows that are currently captivating audiences! Each title provides the necessary details – the plot summary, cast members, and the main creators – to help you choose your next binge-worthy series, all in one place and with minimal scrolling exhaustion.

10. ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ (2006)

Within the bustling environment of a New York fashion magazine, the narrative unfolds around Andy Sachs, an ambitious journalist, who finds herself in a challenging assistant role under the watchful eye of Miranda Priestly, the editor-in-chief. Anne Hathaway portrays Andy, while Meryl Streep takes on the role of Miranda, Stanley Tucci plays Nigel, Emily Blunt is Emily, and Simon Baker assumes the character of Christian Thompson.

Under the direction of David Frankel, who adapted Aline Brosh McKenna’s screenplay from Lauren Weisberger’s novel, this film was brought to life by producer Wendy Finerman, and distributed by 20th Century Fox. Principal photography took place primarily in New York City, with additional scenes filmed in Paris. The movie garnered recognition in the form of a Golden Globe award for Meryl Streep’s exceptional performance.

9. ‘Night at the Museum’ (2006)

Ben Stiller plays Larry Daley, a fresh night watchman at New York’s American Museum of Natural History, who uncovers the secret that various exhibits – from Theodore Roosevelt to tiny cowboys – spring to life once darkness falls. The diverse cast includes Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan, Carla Gugino, Dick Van Dyke, Mickey Rooney, Bill Cobbs, and Rami Malek.

This fantasy comedy movie was created by director Shawn Levy, using a screenplay penned by Robert Ben Garant and Thomas Lennon. It’s an adaptation of Milan Trenc’s 1993 children’s book. The film has spawned numerous sequels and an animated spin-off, both under the banners of 21 Laps Entertainment and 20th Century Fox.

8. ‘She’s the Man’ (2006)

In the spirit of William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” this humorous college sports story revolves around Viola Hastings, who masks herself as her male twin brother to join the boys’ soccer team at Illyria Prep. Amanda Bynes takes on the role of Viola, with Channing Tatum portraying the Duke, and notable performances by Laura Ramsey, Vinnie Jones, and David Cross.

As a passionate cinephile, I’d like to share some insights about an engaging film that left quite an impression on me. Hailing from the creative mind of Andy Fickman, this cinematic gem was penned by the talented trio of Ewan Leslie, Karen McCullah Lutz, and Kirsten Smith. The movie’s production was graced by the esteemed partnership between The Donners’ Company and Lakeshore Entertainment.

This captivating tale masterfully combines the heartwarming rhythm of teen romance with the uproarious beats of sports comedy. Nathan Wang lent his musical genius to the film, while Greg Gardiner’s cinematography beautifully brought every scene to life on screen. This unforgettable movie experience is one you won’t want to miss!

7. ‘The Other Woman’ (2014)

The narrative unfolds around a trio of women – Carly, Kate, and Amber – who uncover the fact that they’ve each had romantic entanglements with the same man. They then join forces to devise a plan. Cameron Diaz embodies lawyer Carly Whitten, while Leslie Mann takes on the role of wife Kate King, and Kate Upton portrays Amber. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau assumes the character of Mark King. In this tale, their shared experience with the same man serves as a catalyst for an amusing yet vengeful storyline.

In this movie, directed by Nick Cassavetes and written by Melissa K. Stack, you’ll find an impressive cast including Nicki Minaj, Taylor Kinney, and Don Johnson. LBI Productions took charge of production, while 20th Century Fox handled distribution. The music score was composed by Aaron Zigman, and Robert Fraisse served as the cinematographer.

6. ‘Sisu’ (2022)

The movie, set towards the end of World War II in the Finnish Arctic region of Lapland, narrates the story of Aatami Korpi, a once commando now turned gold miner. His peaceful life is disrupted when he encounters a German Waffen-SS unit, who, upon discovering his gold stash, lead to conflicts with him. Jorma Tommila plays the role of Aatami, while Aksel Hennie portrays SS officer Bruno Helldorf, Jack Doolan is cast as Wolf, and Mimosa Willamo takes on the character of Aino.

Under the guidance of director Jalmari Helander, this Finnish historical action-thriller was brought to life by producer Petri Jokiranta. Filmed in Lapland, it has a concise running time of 91 minutes. The film’s production is supported by Subzero Film Entertainment and Good Chaos. In the Nordics, Nordisk Film takes care of distribution, while Lionsgate handles it in North America.

5. ‘The Hidden Holocaust’ (2025)

In this National Geographic documentary, researchers are shown working diligently to uncover hidden aspects of the Holocaust by collecting evidence, including on-site investigations and historical research. The aim is to expand the known records by identifying less documented sites and victims. The film captures the efforts of these teams as they piece together events and locations to enrich our understanding of this tragic period in history.

The 44-minute long special, accessible on Hulu, takes an investigative approach to uncovering the true extent of the genocide. This documentary, produced by National Geographic, offers valuable insights through its exploration of historical records and on-location discoveries.

4. ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ (2023)

In the sequel, Keanu Reeves reprises his role as John Wick, who discovers a way to challenge the powerful High Table. Along the way, he encounters a powerful new enemy with extensive connections. The narrative takes us to various international cities such as Osaka, Berlin, Paris, and New York, where we see familiar friends and foes join forces with John in his quest for liberty.

Chad Stahelski is the director of this production, with the screenplay being penned by both Shay Hatten and Michael Finch. The impressive cast includes Donnie Yen portraying Caine, Bill Skarsgård as Marquis de Gramont, Laurence Fishburne as Bowery King, Ian McShane as Winston, Lance Reddick as Charon, Rina Sawayama as Akira, Hiroyuki Sanada as Shimazu, Shamier Anderson as the Tracker, and Scott Adkins as Killa.

3. ‘Blood & Myth’ (2025)

In this true-crime documentary, they delve into the 2012 case that involved Teddy Kyle Smith, an Iñupiaq actor. His brutal actions and subsequent stories about “Iñukuns” from Alaskan Native folklore captured national interest. The film takes a close look at how cultural legends, mental health issues, and the legal system became entangled in the investigation, the manhunt, and its aftermath.

The documentary titled “Smith’s Story” is directed by Kahlil Hudson and streamed on Hulu. It delicately weaves Smith’s narrative within the fabric of a remote Alaskan community, incorporating local folklore, interviews, and investigative reportage. The producer team includes Jonas Bell Pasht and Jonah Bekhor.

2. ‘Sacramento’ (2025)

A lighthearted comedy film stars Michael Cera and Michael Angarano. The story revolves around two long-lost friends, Glenn and Rickey, who embark on a spontaneous journey together. This trip compels them to confront impending adulthood, personal relationships, and past due matters. Kristen Stewart is featured as Rosie, while Maya Erskine portrays Tallie, completing the main cast.

Michael Angarano, along with Chris Smith, directed and co-wrote this film, which made its debut at the Tribeca Festival. The movie runs for a concise 84 minutes. The main cast includes Cera (Glenn), Angarano (Rickey), Stewart (Rosie), and Erskine (Tallie). Additional actors contribute rich layers to the offbeat, character-focused storyline.

1. ‘World War Z’ (2013)

Brad Pitt portrays Gerry Lane, a previous U.N. investigator, who urgently chases to locate and stop a rapidly spreading global zombie outbreak. The narrative swiftly progresses through various locations-from South Korea to Jerusalem, culminating in a thrilling climax in Wales. Key characters like Mireille Enos (as Karin Lane) and Daniella Kertesz (playing the IDF soldier Segen) add depth to the human drama amidst the action-packed backdrop.

As a passionate cinephile, I had the privilege of watching “World War Z,” a film masterfully directed by Marc Forster and written by an exceptional trio – Matthew Michael Carnahan, Drew Goddard, and Damon Lindelof, based on Max Brooks’ novel. The production powerhouses behind this cinematic gem were Plan B Entertainment and Skydance. Due to its grand-scale nature and multiple rewrites, the project underwent significant reshoots before it graced our screens. Despite these challenges, the final product was a global success, raking in over half a billion dollars at box offices worldwide.

Kindly let us know, in the comments section, which item from this list you plan to tackle next, and suggest any additional content that should be included in our upcoming weekly roundup!

2025-09-08 04:46