Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Hulu, Including ‘The Unholy Trinity’

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Hulu adds a variety of new shows and movies every week, including suspenseful thrillers, heartwarming romances, thought-provoking dramas, and even some fun monster movies. We’ve picked ten highlights from this week’s releases to help you easily create your weekend watchlist. You’ll find a simple description of each title, along with details about the cast, creators, and release date on Hulu.

‘40 Acres’ (2025)

This intense thriller follows the Freeman family as they struggle to survive after a devastating collapse of society. The story centers on a mother, who is also a former soldier, and her determination to protect her children from increasingly dangerous raids on their farm. Starring Danielle Deadwyler and Michael Greyeyes, and directed by R.T. Thorne, the film blends thrilling action with a heartfelt family drama, exploring themes of land and family history. It will be released on October 17th.

‘Deadly Girls Trip’ (2025)

A relaxing weekend trip takes a dark turn when a friend dies, and a pregnant woman begins to suspect her neighbors are keeping secrets. This leads her down a twisting path to uncover the truth, filled with conflicting accounts and misleading alibis. Starring Kristi Murdock, Lesa Wilson, and Alex Trumble, and directed by Damián Romay, the film focuses on shifting loyalties and a determined amateur detective. It will premiere on Thursday, October 23.

‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ (2025)

A fresh take on the classic psychological thriller, this film focuses on a nanny who cleverly integrates herself into the life of a suburban family. The story has been modernized with updated backgrounds and explores familiar themes of trust and obsession. Directed by Michelle Garza Cervera and written by Micah Bloomberg, the film stars Maika Monroe, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Raúl Castillo, and Martin Starr. It’s a 20th Century Studios production and will be available to stream on Hulu starting Wednesday, October 22nd.

‘The Unholy Trinity’ (2025)

This Western takes place in Montana during the 1870s and centers around a man facing execution who asks his son to prove he was wrongly accused of stealing gold. The investigation pulls in lawman Gabriel Dove and a mysterious figure known as St. Christopher. Starring Pierce Brosnan and Samuel L. Jackson, the film is directed by Richard Gray and features music by Marco and Tristan Beltrami. Brandon Lessard, Veronica Ferres, David Arquette, Ethan Peck, Tim Daly, Q’orianka Kilcher, and Katrina Bowden also appear. It will be released on Friday, October 24th.

‘A Very Merry Beauty Salon’ (2024)

Tia Mowry stars as a salon owner in Atlanta who’s getting ready for a special holiday gala, the Tinsel Ball. Her plans get complicated when a charming CEO becomes a co-sponsor and asks her to be his dance partner. The movie also features RonReaco Lee and is directed by Bobby Yan, based on a script by Tara Knight. Garrett and Maggie Mock are the producers, and it’s a feel-good holiday romance focused on community. It will be available starting Thursday, October 23rd.

‘Werewolves’ (2024)

In this action-packed horror film, scientist Wesley joins forces with others to protect a city from a terrifying outbreak of werewolves caused by a supermoon. The movie stars Frank Grillo, Katrina Law, and Ilfenesh Hadera, with Lou Diamond Phillips as Dr. Aranda. Steven C. Miller directed the film, based on a script by Matthew Kennedy, and Robert Kulzer was one of the producers. It will be released on Friday, October 3rd.

‘Bloody Axe Wound’ (2024)

This horror-comedy follows a teenager in Clover Falls who uncovers a shocking secret: her dad, who owns the local video store, has been secretly recording actual murders. She’s dealing with this discovery while also navigating a crush and questioning her family’s history. The film stars Sari Arambulo, Billy Burke, and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and is written and directed by Matthew John Lawrence, with Hilarie Burton as a producer. It’s a clever mix of classic slasher movie elements and unexpected humor, and will be released on Tuesday, September 30th.

‘Freud’s Last Session’ (2023)

This dramatic film portrays a fictional 1939 meeting between psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud and author C.S. Lewis, focusing on a challenging conversation about belief, past wounds, and morality as Europe heads towards war. Anthony Hopkins stars as Freud, with Matthew Goode as Lewis, and features performances by Liv Lisa Fries, Jodi Balfour, Jeremy Northam, and Orla Brady. Directed by Matthew Brown and based on a play by Mark St. Germain (who also co-wrote the screenplay), the film will be released on Monday, October 20th.

‘Anyone But You’ (2023)

When a chance encounter doesn’t go as planned, Bea and Ben decide to pretend to be a couple at a wedding in Australia. As they carry out the charade, things become much more complicated than they expected. The film stars Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, with Alexandra Shipp, Darren Barnet, Dermot Mulroney, Bryan Brown, and Rachel Griffiths also appearing. Will Gluck directed the movie, writing the script with Ilana Wolpert, and it’s inspired by the classic play ‘Much Ado About Nothing,’ featuring music by Este Haim and Chris Stracey. It will be released on October 20th.

‘What Happens Later’ (2023)

When a snowstorm traps two ex-partners at a small airport for the night, they’re forced to confront their past. Starring Meg Ryan and David Duchovny, the film—directed and co-written by Ryan—is based on Steven Dietz’s play ‘Shooting Star’. Bartosz Nalazek handled the cinematography and Jason Gourson edited the film, a Prowess Pictures and Ten Acre Films production, which will be released on October 17th.

Tell us what you’ll be streaming first on Hulu this weekend in the comments!

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