Peacock Movies You Can Enjoy This Weekend, Including ‘Office Space’
Peacock’s weekend slate is stacked with comfort watches, prestige gems, and throwback crowd-pleasers—perfect for a couch-bound double feature or an all-day binge. Think of it as a curated mood board: witty comedies, heartfelt dramas, slick thrillers, and animated adventures that deliver big fun.
Below you’ll find 15 excellent picks reshuffled into a fresh order. Skim for the vibe you’re after or work straight through—either way, you’ll land on something worth pressing play on, whether you’re solo, with friends, or corralling the whole family.
‘Office Space’ (1999)
‘Office Space’ turns every minor workplace indignity into comedy gold, poking holes in cubicle culture with deadpan precision. The jokes are so casually sharp that you barely notice how cathartic it is to watch.
It’s also a perfect hangout movie—low stakes, big laughs, and endlessly quotable. If your week was heavy on memos and meetings, this one’s a blissful pressure release.
‘Field of Dreams’ (1989)
‘Field of Dreams’ pairs baseball with a gentle dose of magic, tracing a journey that’s as much about family as it is about the game. It captures longing and reconciliation with a hushed, luminous warmth.
Queue it for late-night comfort. The film glows with hope, and its quiet finale lingers like a summer evening after the lights go down.
‘Good Will Hunting’ (1997)
‘Good Will Hunting’ is an intimate story about potential, pain, and the people who help us bridge the gap between the two. The performances are tender and specific, with dialogue that cuts to the bone and then heals the wound.
Revisit it when you’re ready for something sincere. It’s moving without being mawkish, wise without being preachy, and it leaves you lighter than you started.
‘Kung Fu Panda 2’ (2011)
‘Kung Fu Panda 2’ expands the world with deeper lore and surprisingly resonant themes, all without losing the series’ elastic humor. The action choreography is imaginative, and the emotional beats land with grace.
It’s the rare sequel that truly levels up. Expect brisk pacing, grand set pieces, and a heartfelt throughline about identity and belonging.
‘Argo’ (2012)
‘Argo’ blends high-stakes suspense with insider Hollywood satire, turning a wild covert plan into a gripping, crowd-pleasing thriller. It moves like a heist film—tight, clever, and nervy.
When you want adrenaline that never tips into bleakness, this is your pick. You’ll be white-knuckling the finale even if you know how it ends.
‘Bull Durham’ (1988)
‘Bull Durham’ nails the rhythms of minor-league life with crackling dialogue and easy chemistry. It’s a romantic comedy that respects the game and the grown-ups playing it.
Charming, sly, and irresistibly rewatchable, it’s ideal for anyone who likes their love stories with a little pine tar and a lot of wit.
‘Kung Fu Panda’ (2008)
‘Kung Fu Panda’ is pure good vibes: a buoyant underdog tale with crisp action and gorgeously tactile animation. The training sequences zing, and the humor feels loose yet precise.
It’s a go-to family watch that never talks down to anyone. Expect belly laughs, big-hearted lessons, and a finale that soars.
‘She’s All That’ (1999)
‘She’s All That’ is teen-movie comfort food done right—earnest, spirited, and carried by charismatic leads. It hits the classic beats with confidence and a wink.
Perfect for a laid-back night, it pairs best with snacks and a willingness to cheer on the big gesture when it counts.
‘Weird Science’ (1985)
‘Weird Science’ is gleefully chaotic, mixing sci-fi silliness with high-school hijinks. It’s messy in the way a great sleepover comedy should be—fast, goofy, and just a bit anarchic.
If you’re craving neon-tinted nostalgia, this one delivers. It’s a fizzy time capsule that remembers fun comes first.
‘Think Like a Man’ (2012)
‘Think Like a Man’ corrals a lively ensemble into an upbeat battle-of-the-sexes romp. The rhythms snap, the jokes land, and the chemistry across storylines keeps things breezy.
It’s ideal for group viewing—playful, flirty, and light on its feet. Sometimes you just want a smart, feel-good shuffle through modern dating.
‘Footloose’ (1984)
‘Footloose’ dances like it means it, turning a small-town struggle into a joyous, full-body celebration. The energy builds and then bursts, fueled by a soundtrack that refuses to sit still.
When you need a mood lift, this is a surefire pick. By the final number, you’ll be grinning—and maybe on your feet.
‘Dead Presidents’ (1995)
‘Dead Presidents’ threads a sharp crime thriller through a bruising post-war coming-of-age. It’s stylish and tense, but what sticks is the ache beneath the action.
For viewers who want stakes with substance, it hits hard. The momentum is relentless, yet the consequences carry real weight.
‘Kung Fu Panda 3’ (2016)
‘Kung Fu Panda 3’ leans into found-family warmth while introducing fresh locales and playful new dynamics. The series’ visual inventiveness stays front and center, with set pieces that pop.
It’s a sunny, satisfying caper that lands its laughs and its heart. Great for kids, rewarding for adults—win-win.
‘Elysium’ (2013)
‘Elysium’ delivers tactile sci-fi world-building alongside muscular, cleanly staged action. Its high-concept premise gives the set pieces real bite without slowing the pace.
When you want bold ideas served with blockbuster momentum, this one brings both. It’s gritty, propulsive, and surprisingly thoughtful.
‘Animal House’ (1978)
‘National Lampoon’s Animal House’ barrels forward with pure anarchic energy. The gags are wall-to-wall, and the ensemble’s chaos is tuned like a precision instrument.
For a rowdy, laugh-out-loud finish to your lineup, it still sets the bar. It’s the party movie that launched a thousand imitators—and still out-chugs them.
Have a different Peacock lineup in mind for the weekend? Share your can’t-miss picks in the comments!