Acclaimed Musical Biopic Tops Peacock’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List This Week Again

This week on Peacock, people are watching a little bit of everything – from fun animated movies and action-packed comedies to beloved classics. New movies in theaters are still the most popular, but older films are also gaining traction with subscribers. Overall, the charts show viewers are enjoying a mix of lighthearted and thrilling entertainment, and these are the movies everyone’s tuning into right now.

‘Despicable Me’ (2010)

Gru, a mischievous supervillain, dreams up a scheme to steal the moon, aided by his loyal, yellow Minions and clever inventions. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he adopts three orphaned girls who start to view him as a father. The movie follows Gru as he struggles to balance his life of villainy with his newfound love for his daughters. ‘Despicable Me’ proved to be a huge success, launching a popular series of family-friendly films.

‘Law Abiding Citizen’ (2009)

Clyde Shelton is driven by revenge after his family is killed, and he targets the legal system he believes failed them. From prison, he carefully plans a series of murders designed to reveal problems within the justice system. Prosecutor Nick Rice must urgently try to stop him before his ultimate plan is carried out. ‘Law Abiding Citizen’ explores the difficult questions and deep-rooted issues within how justice is served.

‘Ride Along 2’ (2016)

With his wedding approaching, Ben Barber teams up with his future brother-in-law, James Payton, for a police mission in Miami. Their goal is to arrest a major drug dealer who’s flooding Atlanta with illegal drugs. As they work together in unfamiliar surroundings, Ben and James have to overcome their different personalities and approaches to police work. ‘Ride Along 2’ highlights the funny dynamic between the two leads while delivering plenty of action.

‘The ‘Burbs’ (1989)

Ray Peterson stays home for vacation and quickly becomes convinced his new neighbors are up to no good. He teams up with other people in the neighborhood to investigate the strange and private Klopek family, believing they’re involved in something suspicious, like secret rituals or even crime. ‘The ‘Burbs’ is a funny, but slightly unsettling, movie that pokes fun at how easily people in the suburbs can become paranoid and obsessed with their neighbors.

‘Ride Along’ (2014)

In ‘Ride Along,’ security guard Ben Barber wants to impress his girlfriend’s brother, James, a tough police detective. To prove himself, Ben joins James on a 24-hour patrol, unaware that James is trying to discourage him from pursuing a career in law enforcement – and staying away from his sister. Their night takes a dangerous turn when they uncover a real criminal plot led by a shadowy figure named Omar. The movie centers around this unlikely duo as they struggle to survive a chaotic night on the job.

‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days’ (2003)

Andie Anderson, a magazine writer, sets out to prove how easily men fall for common relationship mistakes, challenging herself to drive a guy away in just ten days. Meanwhile, Ben Barry, an advertising executive, makes a bet he can make any woman fall in love with him within the same timeframe. Unaware of each other’s schemes, they begin dating, leading to a funny and complicated situation as they both try to achieve their goals while unexpectedly developing real feelings. ‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days’ is the story of their escalating plans and blossoming romance.

‘Trolls’ (2016)

Poppy, a cheerful Troll, and Branch, a pessimistic one, team up to save their friends from the Bergens – large creatures who think eating Trolls will make them happy. As they travel, Poppy and Branch need to overcome their differing opinions and learn to work together, using music and dance along the way. The movie ‘Trolls’ is famous for its bright, colorful animation and modern music, including songs by Justin Timberlake.

‘The Boss Baby’ (2017)

Tim Templeton, a seven-year-old boy, is surprised when a baby in a suit and carrying a briefcase shows up and is introduced as his new brother. He soon learns this isn’t just any baby – it’s a secret agent determined to stop the head of Puppy Co. from making babies unpopular. Despite initially being rivals, Tim and the baby must team up to go undercover at a big convention and protect the world’s affection for babies. ‘The Boss Baby’ cleverly uses this story to explore the challenges of having a sibling and to poke fun at the world of big business.

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ (2023)

While working under Brooklyn, plumbers Mario and Luigi stumble into a magical world through a strange pipe. After getting separated, Mario teams up with Princess Peach and Toad to find his brother. Together, they must save the Mushroom Kingdom from the fearsome, fire-breathing King Bowser. ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is packed with nods to the beloved video game series that fans have enjoyed for years.

‘Song Sung Blue’ (2025)

‘Song Sung Blue’ is a heartwarming movie based on the real story of a couple from Milwaukee who start a tribute band to Neil Diamond. The film follows their journey as they gain popularity locally, while also dealing with personal struggles. It’s a celebration of the power of music, the strength of the human spirit, and how classic pop songs can connect us all.

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2026-03-01 07:23