‘Bad Guys 2’ Tops Peacock’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List This Week

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This week on Peacock, you’ll find a mix of fun animated movies, exciting dinosaur adventures, and classic holiday films. The list includes sequels, reboots, and movies the whole family will enjoy. We’ve included a brief overview of each film – what it’s about, who stars in it, and how it connects to any previous movies – so you can easily choose something to watch.

‘The Cat in the Hat’ (2003)

This movie brings Dr. Seuss’s playful cat to life, placing him in a typical family home where two children quickly learn about boundaries and taking responsibility. The film expands on the original story, adding a villain and lots of silly, destructive scenes. The filmmakers used impressive sets and special effects to capture the unique, exaggerated look of Seuss’s illustrations. It’s an early 2000s effort to bring the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to the big screen as a live-action comedy.

‘Shrek 2’ (2004)

Okay, so the second Shrek movie takes things to Fiona’s parents’ kingdom, Far Far Away, and it’s hilarious watching Shrek and Fiona try to navigate royal life as ogres. It really leans into the whole fairy tale remix thing the first movie started, and introduces some amazing new characters – Puss in Boots totally steals the show! The story revolves around this potion that’s supposed to give you a ‘Happily Ever After,’ but of course, a sneaky Fairy Godmother messes everything up. It’s a really important movie for the series because it built out the world and introduced a ton of characters we’d see later on.

‘The Croods’ (2013)

This animated film tells the story of a careful cave family who are forced to leave their home due to a big change in their world. They encounter a clever newcomer, and together they journey through unfamiliar and often dangerous landscapes. The movie focuses on how the family balances sticking to what they know with embracing new experiences and challenges, all while facing incredible creatures and natural obstacles. The story proved popular enough to continue with a sequel and a television series, following the same characters on new adventures.

‘Despicable Me 2’ (2013)

In the sequel, Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to stop a new super-villain, turning him from a bad guy into a secret agent. The movie features exciting undercover scenes, cool new gadgets, and a storyline involving an antidote that causes the Minions to change in surprising ways. Gru also continues to juggle the demands of being a parent with his dangerous missions. The film expands the world of the series by introducing recurring characters from the agency and a bigger, overarching plot.

‘Despicable Me’ (2010)

As a total movie buff, I remember when Despicable Me first came out – it was such a fun surprise! It introduces us to Gru, this super-villain with this incredibly ambitious plan to steal the Moon, but everything changes when he unexpectedly becomes a dad to three little girls. What I loved was how the movie balanced silly, slapstick humor with genuinely heartwarming moments. It really established the Minions as these iconic characters, and those over-the-top, gadget-filled heists were a blast. The story is really about Gru’s transformation – watching him go from a determined criminal to a somewhat clumsy, but loving, father. It was a huge hit, and honestly, it totally kicked off this whole Despicable Me universe we have now with all the sequels and spin-offs.

‘The Grinch’ (2018)

This animated movie retells the classic story of the Grinch stealing Christmas from Whoville, but with a colorful, family-friendly approach. It simplifies why the Grinch tries to ruin Christmas and uses a narrator to maintain the playful rhythm of Dr. Seuss’s writing. The film is full of funny scenes and focuses on the Grinch’s elaborate plans and gadgets as he tries to pull off his heist from his mountain hideout. Unlike the live-action movie, this version emphasizes bright, modern animation and a fast-paced story.

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ (2025)

Following the previous film, this new chapter introduces a fresh team facing danger as dinosaurs and human desires clash once more. Directed by Gareth Edwards and starring Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey, the movie premiered in London before enjoying a huge worldwide release on July 2, 2025. While offering a new beginning for the series, it maintains the core elements of exploration and thrilling escapes that fans expect.

‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ (2000)

This movie brings the beloved Dr. Seuss story to life. It follows the Grinch as he tries to spoil the holidays for the cheerful Whos of Whoville, until a kind young girl begins to change his heart. Directed by Ron Howard, the film transforms the simple storybook into a fully realized world with impressive sets and effects. It adds more depth to the Grinch’s story and the world of the Whos, making it a heartwarming and funny holiday tradition that celebrates the spirit of giving.

‘Nobody 2’ (2025)

The sequel picks up with Hutch Mansell, whose family vacation is quickly disrupted by a new outbreak of crime that he’s forced to confront. Bob Odenkirk reprises his role, and the film is directed by Timo Tjahjanto, with a script co-written by the creator of the first movie, Derek Kolstad. Released in U.S. cinemas on August 15, 2025, it became available digitally later that same month. Like the original, this installment features intense, up-close fight scenes, but with a larger scale and action taking place in multiple settings.

‘The Bad Guys 2’ (2025)

The sequel picks up with the former crew, who thought they’d left the criminal life behind, being pulled back into one last big heist. This time, their work with the authorities is put to the test. Directed by Pierre Perifel, the film continues the exciting, stylish tone of the first movie, bringing back stars like Sam Rockwell and Marc Maron, and adding new voices from Natasha Lyonne and Maria Bakalova. The story introduces a new team of rivals and a much larger, more visible operation. It directly follows the events of the first film, showing what happens after the crew’s attempt at retirement gets complicated.

What did you watch from this list—drop your picks and quick takes in the comments!

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2025-11-23 03:15