Quentin Tarantino’s Popular Western Tops Hulu’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List This Week

Hulu’s current top trending movies offer a diverse mix of genre-defining blockbusters, nostalgic favorites, and highly anticipated new releases. From the gritty historical fiction of Quentin Tarantino to fresh biographical dramas and supernatural horror, the streaming service is seeing high engagement across several decades of cinema. Viewers are revisiting the adventures of Rick O’Connell while also tuning in for the latest star-studded political dramedies and action thrillers. The following list breaks down the most-watched films on the platform this week, counting down from ten to the number one spot.

‘Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere’ (2025)

This biographical drama chronicles the intense and solitary period when Bruce Springsteen recorded his 1982 album ‘Nebraska’. Jeremy Allen White stars as The Boss, capturing the musician’s emotional turmoil as he retreats to a bedroom in New Jersey to create raw, acoustic tracks. Directed by Scott Cooper, the film explores the artistic process and the personal struggles that defined this pivotal moment in Springsteen’s career. The narrative delves into his relationship with his past and how he chose truth over commercial expectation during this specific era.

‘The Princess and the Frog’ (2009)

Set in the vibrant jazz age of New Orleans, this animated musical introduces Tiana, a hardworking waitress who dreams of opening her own restaurant. Her life takes a magical turn when she kisses a frog prince in an attempt to break a voodoo curse, only to be transformed into a frog herself. The pair must journey through the dangerous bayous of Louisiana to seek the help of a powerful priestess and restore their human forms. The film is celebrated for its return to traditional hand-drawn animation and its memorable soundtrack composed by Randy Newman.

‘Tarot’ (2024)

A group of college friends unknowingly unleash a terrible evil when they violate the sacred rules of a cursed tarot deck found in a rented mansion. As the readings come to life, each member of the group faces a gruesome fate connected to the specific arcana cards they pulled. They must race against time to solve the mystery of the deck’s origins before the entity known as the Astrologer claims them all. The horror film combines supernatural elements with slasher tropes, using the imagery of the cards to design unique and terrifying scenarios for the characters.

‘Tin Soldier’ (2025)

Action legends Jamie Foxx and Robert De Niro clash in this thriller about a mysterious cult leader known as The Bokushi. The plot follows an ex-special forces operative who infiltrates the cult’s fortress to rescue a former comrade and expose the leader’s true intentions. The Bokushi promises protection and purpose to military veterans, but his stronghold hides a dangerous agenda that threatens national security. As the infiltration deepens, the film delivers high-stakes combat sequences and tense confrontations between the opposing ideologies.

‘The Mummy Returns’ (2001)

Ten years after the events of the first film, Rick and Evelyn O’Connell find themselves in a race against time to save their son, Alex. The bracelet of Anubis locks onto Alex’s wrist, leading the family to a confrontation with the resurrected Imhotep and the fearsome Scorpion King. The sequel expands the mythology of the series, introducing the Medjai warriors’ wider role and revealing secrets about Evelyn’s past lives. High-octane action sequences span from London to the deserts of Egypt as the O’Connells fight to prevent an apocalypse.

‘Black Panther’ (2018)

T’Challa returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. His sovereignty is challenged by a powerful enemy named Killmonger, whose radical worldview threatens to plunge the kingdom and the world into war. The film explores themes of heritage, responsibility, and global politics while showcasing the rich culture of Wakanda. It was a cultural phenomenon that received critical acclaim for its direction, performances, and production design.

‘The Help’ (2011)

Set in 1960s Mississippi during the civil rights movement, this drama follows an aspiring journalist named Skeeter Phelan who decides to write a book from the point of view of the African American maids. Skeeter forms a dangerous alliance with Aibileen Clark and Minny Jackson, two domestic workers willing to share their stories of discrimination and hardship. The collaboration challenges the social order of their town and exposes the deep-seated racism faced by the women who raise the children of white families. The film features an ensemble cast and highlights the power of storytelling to incite social change.

‘The Mummy’ (1999)

Adventurer Rick O’Connell guides an English librarian and her brother to the lost city of Hamunaptra, where they accidentally awaken Imhotep, a cursed high priest with immense supernatural powers. The creature begins to regenerate by draining the life from those who opened his chest, bringing the ten plagues of Egypt with him. Rick and his companions must find a way to send the mummy back to the underworld before he enslaves humanity. This action-adventure revitalized the monster movie genre with its blend of horror, comedy, and special effects.

‘Ella McCay’ (2025)

James L. Brooks returns to the director’s chair for this comedy-drama centered on an idealistic young politician named Ella. Emma Mackey portrays the titular character as she attempts to balance the demands of holding public office with a chaotic family life. The story highlights the personal sacrifices required in modern politics while exploring the humorous dysfunction of her close relationships. With a supporting cast that includes Woody Harrelson and Jamie Lee Curtis, the film examines the intersection of public duty and private happiness.

‘Django Unchained’ (2012)

In the antebellum South, a freed slave named Django teams up with a German bounty hunter, Dr. King Schultz, to track down dangerous criminals. Their journey ultimately leads them to the plantation of Calvin Candie, where Django’s wife, Broomhilda, is being held captive. The pair devise a daring plan to infiltrate the estate and rescue her, leading to a violent and explosive confrontation. Quentin Tarantino’s western tackles the brutality of slavery through a stylized lens, featuring sharp dialogue and intense action sequences.

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