Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including a Popular Remake

Paramount+ continues to expand its library with a mix of modern blockbusters, gritty indies, and classic cinema. This weekend offers a diverse selection ranging from romantic dramas to high-octane action sequels. Viewers can explore new additions to the platform alongside trending favorites that have captured audience attention. Whether looking for a suspenseful thriller or a nostalgic 80s hit, these films provide ample entertainment options for every type of viewer.

‘The Reader’ (2008)

Set in post-WWII Germany, this drama follows the lifelong connection between Michael Berg and an older woman named Hanna Schmitz. Their brief affair ends abruptly, only for Michael to encounter her years later when she is a defendant in a war crimes trial. The film explores themes of guilt, literacy, and the generational impact of the Holocaust. Kate Winslet earned an Academy Award for her performance in this adaptation of Bernhard Schlink’s novel.

”68 Kill’ (2017)

This dark comedy crime thriller follows Chip, a man who gets dragged into a blood-soaked heist by his impulsive girlfriend, Liza. What starts as a plan to steal $68,000 quickly spirals into a chaotic series of violent encounters and betrayal. The film blends elements of road movies with extreme pulp sensibilities and stylized action. It features performances from Matthew Gray Gubler and AnnaLynne McCord in central roles.

‘The Contractor’ (2022)

Chris Pine stars as James Harper, a Special Forces Sergeant who is involuntarily discharged from the military and loses his pension. In an effort to support his family, he joins a private underground military organization for a mission in Berlin. When the operation goes south, Harper finds himself hunted and on the run in a foreign city. He must fight to stay alive long enough to uncover the true motives of those who betrayed him.

‘Sleeping Dogs’ (2024)

Russell Crowe portrays a former homicide detective who undergoes an experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. While struggling with his memory, he is tasked with re-examining a brutal murder case from his past. As he pieces together forgotten details, he uncovers a web of secrets involving his former partner and a mysterious woman. The film is a psychological neo-noir based on the novel ‘The Book of Mirrors’ by E.O. Chirovici.

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Over thirty years after the original film, Pete “Maverick” Mitchell continues to push the envelope as a top naval aviator. He is tasked with training a new detachment of graduates for a specialized and dangerous mission. Among the trainees is the son of his late friend “Goose,” forcing Maverick to confront his past. The film utilized practical flight effects and achieved massive commercial success globally.

‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ (2025)

Ethan Hunt returns for another high-stakes mission that serves as a direct continuation of the conflict against the Entity. This installment sees the IMF team traveling across various global locations to secure a key that controls the rogue AI. Tom Cruise performs signature death-defying stunts, including underwater sequences and aerial maneuvers. The film aims to provide a definitive conclusion to the long-running action franchise.

‘Regretting You’ (2025)

Based on the popular novel by Colleen Hoover, this film explores the complex relationship between a mother and daughter. Following a tragic accident, Morgan and her teenage daughter Clara find their bond tested by secrets and grief. The story delves into themes of first love, betrayal, and the difficulty of rebuilding trust within a family. It features a cast led by Allison Williams and Mckenna Grace in the primary roles.

‘Roofman’ (2025)

This biographical crime drama stars Channing Tatum as Jeffrey Manchester, a real-life fugitive known for robbing McDonald’s locations. Manchester gained notoriety for his unique method of entering businesses through the roof and living inside a Toys “R” Us while on the run. The narrative follows his evasion of the law and his eventual capture after a series of daring heists. Director Derek Cianfrance helmed this project, focusing on the eccentricities of the titular character.

‘Wander’ (2020)

Arthur Bretnik is a mentally unstable private investigator and conspiracy theorist hired to look into a suspicious death in the town of Wander. As he investigates, he becomes convinced that the case is linked to the same conspiracy that caused the death of his daughter. The film features Aaron Eckhart as the lead, alongside Tommy Lee Jones and Heather Graham. It blends elements of a traditional mystery with psychological thriller tropes and paranoia.

‘The Running Man’ (1987)

Set in a dystopian future, a wrongly convicted man is forced to participate in a deadly public television game show. Contestants must survive a gauntlet of professional killers known as “Stalkers” in front of a live studio audience. Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Ben Richards, who leads a rebellion against the oppressive media-controlled regime. The film is loosely based on a novel written by Stephen King under the pseudonym Richard Bachman.

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