Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including Tom Cruise’s Hit Sequel

Paramount+ is adding lots of new movies, including recent hits, beloved classics, and popular action films. This weekend, you can find a wide variety of options, from sci-fi blockbusters to fun animated movies. There’s something for everyone, with stories ranging from thrilling spy adventures to feel-good comedies.

‘Hotel Artemis’ (2018)

This futuristic thriller takes place in Los Angeles during a massive riot and focuses on a hidden hospital that treats criminals. Jodie Foster plays the Nurse, who runs the facility and keeps order. When dangerous criminals gather at the hospital during the city-wide chaos, the hospital’s safety is put at risk. The film combines the suspense of a crime story with science fiction elements, creating a tense and confined atmosphere.

‘The Rugrats Movie’ (1998)

This fun, animated movie introduces a new baby, Dil, to the Pickles family. Tommy and his friends try to take Dil back to the hospital, but they get lost in the woods! They’ll have to use their imaginations and work together to overcome challenges and find their way home. This is the first big-screen adventure for the beloved characters from the Nickelodeon TV show.

‘Here Comes the Boom’ (2012)

When a high school biology teacher discovers his school’s music program is about to be cut, he comes up with a surprising plan to save it: he starts training to become a UFC fighter. This funny and heartwarming sports comedy follows his journey, highlighting how far someone will go for their community and what it means to fight for a cause you believe in. Kevin James stars as the determined teacher taking on this incredible challenge.

‘The Best of Me’ (2014)

This movie, inspired by a Nicholas Sparks novel, tells the story of Dawson and Amanda, high school sweethearts who reconnect after twenty years apart. They meet again at a funeral in their hometown, which makes them face the decisions that kept them separated for so long. The film jumps between the past and present, showing how they fell in love and what caused their heartbreak. It’s a story about the power of first love and how personal tragedy can change your life.

‘The Contractor’ (2022)

James Harper, a former Special Forces sergeant, loses his pension and is forced out of the Army. Desperate to provide for his family, he takes a dangerous job with a private military group, sending him to Berlin. When the mission fails, he’s left on his own, fighting for survival and trying to figure out who betrayed him. This thrilling story explores themes of loyalty and the difficult realities faced by veterans working as mercenaries.

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Maverick, now a seasoned pilot, returns to Top Gun to train a new generation of fighter pilots for a challenging mission. Among them is the son of his late friend, Goose, which brings up painful memories for Maverick. The film is packed with thrilling flight scenes and looks at how modern warfare is changing, while also questioning the future of pilots in a world of advanced technology. As a direct continuation of the original 1986 film, it focuses on the importance of guiding the next generation and fulfilling one’s professional responsibilities.

‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ (2025)

Ethan Hunt and his team at the IMF are on their most perilous mission yet, battling a worldwide danger. The latest film delivers the thrilling spy work and incredible stunts fans expect from the series. As they unravel a complicated web of international secrets, Hunt is forced to make tough decisions to safeguard his friends and the world. This movie is a significant addition to the continuing story of the skilled secret agent.

‘Sleeping Dogs’ (2024)

An ex-detective battling Alzheimer’s is pulled back into a disturbing murder case he worked on years ago. As his memory fades, he begins to suspect the original investigation wasn’t accurate. He must unravel a complex network of secrets and deception to solve a decade-old crime. This thrilling mystery explores how unreliable memory can be and the relentless search for justice.

‘Jack Reacher’ (2012)

When a sniper kills five people in what appears to be a senseless attack, the prime suspect asks for a specific investigator – Jack Reacher, a former military police officer known for solving tough cases. Reacher quickly realizes the shootings are part of a much bigger plot. Using his sharp mind and unconventional approach, he sets out to find the real killer. The movie is based on Lee Child’s novel ‘One Shot’ and focuses on both clever detective work and intense action.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

This movie takes place in a dark future where a man fights for his family’s survival and his own freedom by competing in a dangerous game show. The competition is broadcast nationwide, and involves contestants being hunted by trained killers. Based on a novel by Stephen King (writing as Richard Bachman), the film examines how the media can be used to control people and the fight against a powerful, controlling government.

2026-02-14 18:15