Chilling Thriller Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week

HBO continues to offer a wide variety of movies and shows on its streaming service, attracting many different kinds of viewers. This week’s popular titles include both brand new releases expected in 2025 and older favorites. People are watching all sorts of genres, from scary supernatural thrillers to grand historical dramas and thought-provoking science fiction. This shows that audiences currently enjoy both big-budget entertainment and more unique, independent films.

‘Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked’ (2011)

When the Chipmunks and Chipettes fall into the ocean during a cruise, they wash up on a deserted island. While their owner, Dave Seville, desperately searches for them, the group meets a strange person already living there—and it’s not clear if this castaway is friend or foe. The story follows their adventure as they try to survive in the wilderness, get back home, and escape before a volcano erupts. This third movie in the series is full of fun musical numbers and lively animation perfect for kids.

‘The Pope’s Exorcist’ (2023)

In Spain, Father Gabriele Amorth investigates a frightening case of demonic possession involving a young boy at an old abbey. His investigation reveals a secret conspiracy stretching back centuries, one the Vatican has worked hard to conceal. The priest must rely on his faith and expertise to confront a powerful demon who exploits his personal weaknesses. Based on real exorcism cases handled by the Vatican’s chief exorcist, the film portrays a dramatic struggle between good and evil.

‘Robin Hood’ (2010)

After King Richard’s death, a talented archer named Robin Longstride journeys to Nottingham to keep a promise to a fellow soldier. He takes on the identity of a deceased knight and becomes a leader for those opposing a dishonest sheriff and an ineffective, heavily taxing government. With the help of a band of skilled fighters, he sparks a rebellion, aiming to reshape England’s power structure and protect it from a potential French invasion. The story reveals the tough beginnings of the famous Robin Hood and his struggle for fairness and equality.

‘The Smashing Machine’ (2025)

This movie tells the true story of Mark Kerr, a mixed martial arts champion, during the rough-and-tumble beginnings of the UFC. It shows his journey to the top, but also his battles with addiction and the brutal physical consequences of being a fighter. The film portrays a powerful athlete who conquered the octagon while privately struggling with personal problems and difficult relationships, ultimately revealing the contrast between his public victories and private hardships.

‘Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace’ (2026)

Chris Fleming’s comedy special is a lively stage performance filled with his signature physical humor and offbeat observations. He combines energetic storytelling with musical numbers to playfully examine everyday anxieties and the funny side of home life. Fleming uses his expressive style to break down cultural trends and share quirky personal stories, all while capturing the energy of a live show and highlighting his quick wit.

‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’ (2024)

Godzilla and Kong are forced to work together when they discover a massive, new threat lurking deep within the Earth – a danger that could destroy them both. The movie delves into the long, hidden pasts of these giant creatures, revealing secrets about Skull Island and the world beneath the surface. As they team up, they face a powerful, ruthless ape leading a destructive rampage, and fight to save humanity. Expect huge visuals and incredible action as the MonsterVerse story gets even bigger.

‘Masterminds’ (2016)

David Ghantt was just an everyday armored truck driver when he was convinced to participate in a massive bank robbery – one of the biggest in US history. Though he had no criminal background, he managed to steal millions, only to be double-crossed by his unusual accomplices. While on the run in Mexico, dodging both a strange hitman and the FBI, David tries to get revenge on the people who tricked him. The movie is based on the true story of the 1997 Loomis Fargo robbery in North Carolina.

‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ (2025)

Linda, a therapist herself, is overwhelmed by the demands of caring for her young daughter, who relies on a feeding tube. When her apartment is damaged, she’s forced to move with her vulnerable child to a struggling motel. Dealing with an uninvolved husband and a difficult relationship with her own therapist, Linda finds it increasingly hard to cope. The constant stress threatens to break her as she desperately tries to hold her family together.

‘2073’ (2024)

This thought-provoking film imagines a dark future by mixing documentary-style footage with fictional storytelling. It looks at what could happen in the coming decades if current trends – like widespread surveillance, climate change, and political turmoil – continue. The story centers on a character living in a world where democracies have failed and a strict, controlling government has taken over. By blending reality and fiction, the film offers a warning about the serious problems facing humanity.

‘Dead of Winter’ (2025)

Barb, recently widowed, journeys into the frigid wilderness of northern Minnesota to scatter her husband’s ashes. When a fierce blizzard strikes, she finds shelter in a secluded cabin, only to stumble upon a violent kidnapping. Cut off from the outside world and facing a dangerous, armed couple, Barb quickly realizes she’s the only chance for the kidnapped teenager to escape. Relying on her understanding of the unforgiving landscape, the older woman must use her wits and courage to protect the girl and overcome her captors.

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2026-02-28 21:22