Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2’

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Peacock is adding a lot of new movies and shows the week of September 29th to October 5th – perfect for a weekend of watching! You’ll find everything from brand new 2024 releases to popular franchises and beloved classics, with something for fans of horror, action, animation, and fantasy. Check out the full list and get ready to binge!

To help you decide, the recommendations below are listed with the newest releases first, then popular franchises and well-known older titles. Each description provides the essential information-the plot, the cast, and the creators-so you can quickly find something that matches what you’re in the mood for.

‘Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2’ (2024)

A wild and dangerous Pooh, Piglet, and their friends are frightening Christopher Robin and the people of Ashdown, with the violence much worse than in the first movie. The town is preparing for another round of attacks. Scott Chambers plays Christopher Robin, and Ryan Oliva and Tallulah Evans are also in the cast as the chaos moves from the forest and into the town itself.

Rhys Frake-Waterfield directed the sequel, and also co-wrote the script with Matt Leslie. They built upon the updated, public-domain characters, creating a bigger cast and a wider world for the story. The film relies on real effects and impressive stunts for its action sequences, and was produced by Jagged Edge Productions. More details are available here.

‘The Mouse Trap’ (2024)

For her birthday, Alex unexpectedly finds herself trapped inside an old-fashioned arcade. To make things worse, she’s being pursued by a masked killer – someone wearing a mouse mask! The brightly lit arcade, with its rows of game machines and hallways, quickly becomes a dangerous maze she needs to cleverly escape. Sophie McIntosh stars as Alex, with Callum Sywyk and Simon Phillips appearing in supporting roles.

Director Jamie Bailey sets the entire story in one place. The script, written by Simon Phillips, builds tension like a game of cat and mouse, using riddles, fast-paced chases, and challenges with time limits. The film’s clever use of the arcade’s design increases the suspense throughout the night as things get more and more intense.

‘Brightburn’ (2019)

A couple in Kansas takes in a young boy with a secret past. As he grows into his teens, he begins to develop abilities that become more and more dangerous, putting their quiet town at the heart of a terrifying situation. Elizabeth Banks and David Denman star as the parents, and Jackson A. Dunn plays Brandon in a story that combines the challenges of family life with the scares of a supernatural thriller.

Directed by David Yarovesky and written by Brian Gunn and Mark Gunn, the film offers a fresh take on the typical superhero origin story, reimagining it as a horror experience. The visual and audio effects highlight powerfully destructive movement. James Gunn and Kenneth Huang served as producers through their companies, Troll Court Entertainment and The H Collective.

‘Vice’ (2018)

As a huge film buff, I recently watched this fascinating political drama. It really delves into the life of Dick Cheney, showing how he climbed the ranks from a staffer on Capitol Hill to become a seriously influential figure in Washington. The movie traces his career through key positions – at the Department of Defense, his time at Halliburton, and ultimately, his role as Vice President. It’s brilliantly acted, with Christian Bale giving a phenomenal performance *as* Cheney himself. Amy Adams is equally compelling as his wife, Lynne Cheney, and the supporting cast is fantastic – Steve Carell nails Donald Rumsfeld, and Sam Rockwell is surprisingly good *as* George W. Bush.

Directed and written by Adam McKay, the film tells the story of U.S. politics over several decades. It uses real historical footage, a narrator, and short, related scenes to do so. The movie relies heavily on makeup and prosthetics to change how the actors look, and features a musical score by Nicholas Britell. Annapurna Pictures handled the film’s distribution.

‘Goosebumps’ (2015)

A teen unexpectedly sets loose the monsters from R. L. Stine’s unpublished stories, and he must join forces with Stine himself and his school friends to catch them before they take over their town. Jack Black plays R. L. Stine, while Dylan Minnette, Odeya Rush, and Ryan Lee star as the young people battling werewolves, gnomes, and the like.

Rob Letterman directed the film, based on a script by Darren Lemke. The story takes inspiration from several different ‘Goosebumps’ books and combines them into one exciting adventure. The movie uses a mix of computer-generated imagery and real-life effects to bring the creatures to life, and it includes references to many of the most popular books in the long-running series. Visual effects seamlessly blend the CG creatures with the actors on set.

‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ (2014)

As a huge fan, I was so excited to see what happened next for Hiccup and Toothless! It’s been five years since they brought Vikings and dragons together, and things are getting complicated. They stumble upon this hidden ice cave, and it kicks off a bigger conflict that really puts Berk’s peaceful life in danger. It’s awesome to see Hiccup stepping up and becoming a true leader. The voice acting is fantastic too – Jay Baruchel is perfect as Hiccup, and I love America Ferrera as Astrid. Plus, Cate Blanchett as Valka and Gerard Butler as Stoick are just amazing! I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds!

Dean DeBlois is back as the writer and director, and DreamWorks Animation has improved the way flying is shown and how large crowds appear in the big aerial scenes. The movie continues the stories of the characters we met in the first film, featuring John Powell’s music, designs for new dragons, and a more detailed and expansive world.

‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2’ (2011)

The story concludes with Harry, Ron, and Hermione going back to Hogwarts to face Voldemort. They’re in a desperate search to find and eliminate the last pieces of his soul – the Horcruxes – all while a massive battle takes place at the school. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson star in the film, supported by an impressive cast including Ralph Fiennes, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman, and Maggie Smith.

Directed by David Yates and based on a screenplay by Steve Kloves, this film brings the series to a close with impressive action sequences, a lot of visual effects created by various companies, and a powerful orchestral score composed by Alexandre Desplat. Filming happened at Leavesden Studios and different locations around the U.K., combining real sets with computer-generated imagery, especially for the final, large-scale battle.

‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1’ (2010)

Harry, Ron, and Hermione depart from Hogwarts on a mission to find Horcruxes, working undercover while Voldemort increases his power over both the wizarding and non-magical worlds. The film stars Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson, with strong performances from Ralph Fiennes, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman, and Bill Nighy.

Directed by David Yates, and based on the novel by J. K. Rowling with a screenplay by Steve Kloves, this film features shooting locations throughout the U.K. The production also utilizes creature and visual effects from various companies, and a score composed by Alexandre Desplat. These elements contribute to a road-movie style as the series moves toward its conclusion.

‘Silent Hill’ (2006)

The story follows a mother’s desperate search for her adopted daughter in the eerily empty town of Silent Hill. As she looks, she faces a constantly changing and unsettling reality filled with ash, disturbing sirens, and frightening creatures connected to the town’s dark history. Radha Mitchell stars as Rose, alongside Sean Bean, Laurie Holden, Deborah Kara Unger, and Jodelle Ferland.

Directed by Christophe Gans, the film’s story comes from a screenplay by Roger Avary and Nicolas Boukhrief. It’s based on the popular game series from Konami, and the filmmakers prioritized creating a strong atmosphere and using real, practical effects for the creatures. The production design and sound really capture the feel of the games – think lots of fog, gritty industrial details, and those familiar alarm sounds. They combined computer-generated imagery with effects filmed directly on set to bring it all to life.

‘Point Break’ (1991)

A new FBI agent goes undercover with a group of surfers who are believed to be responsible for several bank robberies. As the investigation continues, he forms a complex relationship with their captivating leader. The film stars Keanu Reeves as Johnny Utah, alongside Patrick Swayze as Bodhi, Lori Petty as Tyler, and Gary Busey as Utah’s partner.

Kathryn Bigelow directed the film, based on a screenplay by W. Peter Iliff. The movie features realistic surfing, skydiving, and chases filmed on location, using real stunt performers and a dedicated second-unit crew. The coastal locations and exciting action sequences create the film’s unique combination of thrilling action and attention to detail about the world it portrays.

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2025-10-03 17:47