Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Scream’

Peacock currently has a great mix of shows and movies, including new releases, family-friendly cartoons, spooky Halloween options, and popular recent titles. You can easily find something to watch for the whole weekend! Here are ten of the most popular and recently added options, with a quick rundown of what they’re about, who stars in them, and why people are watching them.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025)

This new live-action movie retells the story of how Hiccup and Toothless first met, bringing the world of Berk to life with impressive sets and incredibly realistic dragons. Director Dean DeBlois is back to explore the special connection between humans and dragons in a more realistic way. The film features familiar characters and the Viking island setting, but with bigger and more exciting flight sequences and action. It’s currently a popular family adventure streaming on Peacock.

‘M3GAN 2.0’ (2025)

This follow-up to the original thriller revisits the story of a highly advanced doll whose safety features malfunction, leading to bigger concerns about controlling artificial intelligence. Allison Williams and Violet McGraw return, and Jenna Davis once again provides the voice for the doll. The new film features more sophisticated technology and different ways things can go wrong, increasing the suspense. It continues the series’ mix of fast-paced thrills and conflicts centered around technology, and is attracting viewers on the streaming platform.

‘Honey Don’t!’ (2025)

This darkly funny crime story centers on an increasingly complex and dangerous plan, complicated by a growing cast of characters. It’s styled after classic noir films, featuring sharp, fast-paced dialogue and a plot that constantly changes as loyalties shift. The marketing highlights its brisk pace and strong ensemble cast, similar to other recent crime comedies. It’s a new addition to Peacock’s lineup of popular shows in 2025.

‘The Grinch’ (2018)

The animated movie from Illumination features Benedict Cumberbatch as the voice of the Grinch, who plans to ruin Christmas for the Whos of Whoville. Directed by Scott Mosier and Yarrow Cheney, the film adds more to the original story, showing us more of Cindy-Lou Who and what the Grinch does every day. It has a modern, colorful look and keeps the fun, rhyming style of Dr. Seuss. Danny Elfman composed the music, perfectly capturing the spirit of the season.

‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ (2019)

The final film in the trilogy follows Hiccup and Toothless as they seek out a hidden dragon paradise, all while being pursued by the dragon hunter Grimmel. The movie is filled with stunning visuals – especially glowing environments and impressive flying sequences. We see both familiar and new dragons, alongside advancements in the technology of Berk. Ultimately, the story wraps up the journeys of the main characters and suggests a hopeful future for both humans and dragons.

‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ (2014)

The sequel takes place years after the first film and introduces new characters like Valka and the villain Drago. The story expands the world beyond Berk, and director Dean DeBlois brings fresh dragon designs and exciting new flying scenes. The film focuses on Hiccup as he learns to lead his community and prepare for the future, serving as a bridge between the beginning and end of the overall story.

‘Corpse Bride’ (2005)

This stop-motion film is a collaboration between directors Tim Burton and Mike Johnson. It’s made using beautifully crafted puppets and detailed miniature sets. Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter provide the voices for a story that takes place in both the real world and a fantastical underworld. The animation was created painstakingly, frame by frame, using digital photography. Danny Elfman’s music helps seamlessly connect the different worlds within the film.

‘Monster House’ (2006)

Gil Kenan’s animated film uses real actors’ movements to bring the story to life. It follows three friends who discover a house that seems to be alive, leading to a thrilling climax on a holiday night. The film, produced by Robert Zemeckis and Steven Spielberg, blends the intrigue of a neighborhood mystery with challenges kids can relate to. The story wraps up with a clever and surprising reveal inside the house, solving the mystery the kids have been investigating.

‘Scream’ (1996)

Wes Craven’s film cleverly combines a mystery with a knowing wink at horror movie clichés, outlining how characters should survive. Starring Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette, the story follows a wave of murders that terrorizes the town of Woodsboro. The script, by Kevin Williamson, keeps you guessing with misleading clues, tense phone calls, and a general atmosphere of suspicion. The film’s innovative approach spawned a successful franchise with different characters taking on the role of the Ghostface killer.

‘Scary Movie’ (2000)

This funny movie spoofs teen slasher films from the late 90s and early 2000s, using a series of quick, comedic scenes woven into a central mystery. Starring Anna Faris and featuring the Wayans family, the film playfully references classic horror tropes. A big hit in theaters, it brought back parody movies for a while, and it’s still a popular, easily recognizable choice for Halloween streaming on Peacock.

Tell us what you’re queuing up—and what we should add to next weekend’s picks—in the comments!

2025-10-24 20:45