‘Flight Risk’ Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week

Viewers are flocking to HBO Max this week to catch up on a mix of highly anticipated new releases and beloved holiday classics. The streaming chart reflects a diverse appetite for genre films ranging from horror and westerns to family favorites. Audiences are clearly getting into the festive spirit while also checking out the latest projects from acclaimed directors. This list highlights the films dominating the platform right now based on viewership numbers.

‘The Wizard of Oz’ (1939)

Dorothy Gale is swept away from her farm in Kansas to the magical land of Oz by a tornado. She embarks on a journey along the Yellow Brick Road to find the Wizard who can help her return home. Along the way she befriends a Scarecrow who wants a brain and a Tin Man who desires a heart. They are joined by a Cowardly Lion seeking courage as they face the Wicked Witch of the West.

‘Weapons’ (2025)

This multi-story horror epic from director Zach Cregger explores the disappearance of high schoolers in a small town. The narrative weaves together several interrelated plot threads that expose the darkness lurking within the community. Characters grapple with witchcraft and missing children in a tonally distinct and terrifying atmosphere. The film serves as a spiritual successor to previous horror hits with its complex structure and intense scares.

‘Materialists’ (2025)

Celine Song directs this romantic comedy set against the backdrop of the New York City elite dating scene. A professional matchmaker finds herself entangled in a toxic love triangle that threatens her business and reputation. The story examines the transactional nature of modern relationships among the wealthy and privileged. It features a sharp script that dissects class dynamics and the pursuit of love in a cynical world.

‘A Christmas Story’ (1983)

Young Ralphie Parker spends his days dodging bullies and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift. All he wants is a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. His mother constantly warns him that he will shoot his eye out if he gets the toy. The film captures the nostalgia of childhood winters through a series of humorous vignettes and memorable family moments.

‘Eddington’ (2025)

Ari Aster directs this contemporary western set during the pandemic in a small New Mexico town. A sheriff with lofty aspirations finds his morals tested when a couple runs out of gas near his jurisdiction. The plot escalates into a nightmarish scenario involving local politics and dark secrets. The ensemble cast navigates a surreal landscape that blends dark comedy with intense psychological thriller elements.

‘The Polar Express’ (2004)

A doubting young boy boards a magical train that is headed to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The conductor guides the children through various adventures as they race to meet Santa Claus. Motion capture technology brings the characters and the festive world to life in this animated adaptation.

‘National Lampoon”s Christmas Vacation’ (1989)

Clark Griswold attempts to create the perfect traditional Christmas for his family despite numerous disasters. His plans are constantly thwarted by uninvited guests and malfunctioning decorations. The situation spirals out of control when his cousin Eddie arrives in an RV to camp on the front lawn. This comedy highlights the chaotic nature of family gatherings and the stress of holiday expectations.

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ (2025)

Ed and Lorraine Warren return for their final case involving a terrifying supernatural entity. The paranormal investigators face a personal threat that targets their family and legacy directly. They must uncover the history of a cursed artifact to stop the evil from spreading further. This installment serves as the concluding chapter to the main timeline of the popular horror franchise.

‘Elf’ (2003)

Buddy was raised as an elf at the North Pole after crawling into Santa’s sack as a baby. He travels to New York City to find his biological father who is on the naughty list. His childlike innocence clashes with the cynicism of the city as he tries to spread Christmas cheer. The story follows his attempts to build a relationship with his new family and save the holiday spirit.

‘Flight Risk’ (2025)

An Air Marshal must transport a fugitive across the Alaskan wilderness in a small plane. Tensions rise when the pilot is revealed to be a hitman sent to silence the witness. The confined setting creates a claustrophobic game of cat and mouse at high altitude. Mark Wahlberg stars in this suspenseful thriller directed by Mel Gibson that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.

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