Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Nobody 2’

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This weekend on Peacock, you’ll find a mix of new movies from Universal and beloved classics. You can easily switch between exciting options like dinosaur adventures, action-packed sequels, fun animated films, and festive holiday favorites – all in one place! Here are ten recommendations from this week’s offerings, starting with the newest releases, then highlighting originals and popular franchises, and finishing with timeless films that defined their genres. We’ve included key details – the director, cast, and where each film fits in its series – to help you quickly find something you’ll enjoy.

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ (2025)

Gareth Edwards directs this new ‘Jurassic Park’ film, written by David Koepp. It follows a team venturing into a remote, tropical area inhabited by dinosaurs. The movie stars Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey, and features significant visual effects from Industrial Light & Magic. Filming occurred in Thailand, Malta, and the UK. Universal Pictures is distributing the film, and it will be available on Peacock shortly after its theatrical release.

‘The Bad Guys 2’ (2025)

Director Pierre Perifel brings back the fun, heist-style comedy of the first film, with Sam Rockwell and Marc Maron reprising their roles, and new additions Danielle Brooks and Maria Bakalova joining the cast. Universal Pictures distributed the film in the US, continuing the animation style developed with DreamWorks and Illumination. This sequel features the same great team dynamic but with a bigger, more elaborate heist and more characters. It became available on Peacock streaming after playing in theaters and being available for digital purchase.

‘Nobody 2’ (2025)

Bob Odenkirk stars in the sequel to the action thriller about an ordinary dad who becomes a hero, released by Universal Pictures. Like the first movie, it featured plenty of practical stunts and earned a significant amount of money worldwide – around $80 million – despite being made on a relatively small budget. Viewers generally liked it, giving it a B+ rating on CinemaScore and positive scores on PostTrak. The film is now available to stream on Peacock.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025)

Dean DeBlois, who directed the original, returned to direct a live-action version of the story about Hiccup, Toothless, and a Viking community changing their views on dragons. Mason Thames plays Hiccup, and Gerard Butler is back as Stoick. This new film features more elaborate flying scenes and bigger sets than the animated movie. After its release in theaters, it became available to stream on Peacock.

‘Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale’ (2025)

This new film continues the story of the beloved Crawley family, bringing back familiar faces like Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Jim Carter. It focuses on managing the family estate, changing relationships within the family, and a brewing public scandal, all set within the beautiful historical backdrop we’ve come to expect. The film is produced by the same team behind the series and previous films, and after its theatrical release, it will be available to stream on Peacock in the U.S.

‘The Grinch’ (2018)

The animated film, based on Dr. Seuss’s beloved story, stars Benedict Cumberbatch as the voice of the Grinch. Universal Pictures distributed the movie, which updates the look of Whoville using computer-generated imagery while still telling the familiar story of a holiday heist. It proved to be a consistently popular choice for viewers during the holiday season, both in theaters and when available for streaming at home. Its availability on Peacock is part of a larger agreement to bring a wide range of movies from Universal and Illumination to the streaming service.

‘Despicable Me 2’ (2013)

Chris Renaud and Pierre Coffin directed the latest installment, with Lucy Wilde joining the cast as Gru is asked to help with a new mission by the Anti-Villain League. Produced by Illumination and distributed by Universal, the film significantly increased the franchise’s popularity worldwide. It also solidified the Minions’ importance to the series and paved the way for future movies. You can now find it among the family-friendly content on Peacock, alongside DreamWorks and Illumination titles.

‘Despicable Me’ (2010)

The first Despicable Me movie introduces Gru, a supervillain who plots to steal the Moon, and the three girls he unexpectedly adopts, who change his life. Steve Carell voices Gru in this film, which established Illumination as a leading animation studio and began a successful franchise with multiple sequels and spin-offs. The film’s unique character designs and humorous style became hallmarks of the studio, and it’s currently available to stream on Peacock as part of Universal’s content library.

‘Jurassic Park’ (1993)

Steven Spielberg’s film, based on Michael Crichton’s novel, revolutionized special effects by blending practical animatronics with groundbreaking computer-generated imagery. The movie centers on a disastrous preview tour of a dinosaur theme park. Its impressive visuals and huge success launched a long-running franchise and remain a key part of Universal’s film library, now featured on Peacock.

‘Shrek 2’ (2004)

The sequel from DreamWorks Animation expands on the original’s story and features the return of stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz. The filmmakers used improved animation technology to create bigger and more detailed scenes. This movie was a significant achievement for DreamWorks, helping them reach a wider international audience and boosting their merchandise sales. Now, thanks to a deal between DreamWorks and Peacock, it’s frequently shown and enjoyed by families.

Tell us which Peacock pick you’re pressing play on first this weekend in the comments!

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2025-11-29 01:45