A Psychological Thriller Based on a True Story Tops Netflix’s Weekly Most-Watched Movies List This Week Again

Netflix continues to dominate the streaming landscape with an ever-evolving catalog of gripping thrillers, animated adventures, and explosive action films. This week’s most popular selections highlight a mix of highly anticipated sequels, harrowing true-crime dramas, and imaginative sci-fi spectacles that have captivated audiences across the United States. From intense battles against mutated dinosaurs and rogue robots to heartwarming journeys of musical heroism, the current lineup offers something for every type of viewer. The massive viewership numbers reflect a strong demand for both returning beloved characters and fresh, original narratives that push the boundaries of genre storytelling.

‘Trolls’ (2016)

The vibrant and musically driven world of ‘Trolls’ follows the endlessly optimistic Princess Poppy and the grumpy Branch as they embark on a dangerous rescue mission. Their colorful friends have been kidnapped by the miserable Bergens, giant creatures who believe the only way to experience happiness is by eating a Troll. To save their village from complete destruction, the mismatched duo must rely on the power of friendship, catchy songs, and teamwork. This animated jukebox musical features a star-studded voice cast, including Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake, who bring the lively characters and toe-tapping soundtrack to life.

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ (2025)

Set years after dinosaurs have been restricted to isolated equatorial environments, ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ follows a covert extraction team tasked with securing prehistoric DNA for a revolutionary medical drug. Covert ops expert Zora Bennett leads the high-stakes mission to an abandoned InGen facility on Île Saint-Hubert, where dangerous mutated hybrids like the Distortus Rex run rampant. The specialized team soon crosses paths with a stranded civilian family, turning their corporate espionage mission into a desperate fight for survival. Directed by Gareth Edwards, the film stars Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali as they navigate a treacherous island filled with both natural and genetically engineered threats.

‘Sisu: Road to Revenge’ (2025)

Jorma Tommila returns as the unstoppable Finnish ex-commando Aatami Korpi in ‘Sisu: Road to Revenge’, taking his brand of brutal justice into Soviet territory. Determined to reclaim his old life, Aatami dismantles his former family home beam by beam to transport it back to Finland, but his journey is interrupted by a vicious KGB officer. The legendary one-man death squad is forced to unleash his lethal skills against the very men responsible for the wartime murder of his family. Director Jalmari Helander delivers a relentless, dialogue-light action spectacle where the gritty protagonist relies on sheer stubbornness and inventive violence to survive.

‘The Bad Guys 2’ (2025)

The reformed animal criminals of ‘The Bad Guys 2’ find their newfound commitment to being good severely tested when they are pulled out of retirement for one last job. Mr. Wolf and his crackerjack crew are hijacked into a globe-trotting heist masterminded by a mysterious all-female criminal syndicate known as the Bad Girls. The original voice cast, including Sam Rockwell and Awkwafina, returns to navigate this high-stakes test of their philosophical choices and loyalties. With the addition of new characters voiced by Natasha Lyonne and Danielle Brooks, the animated sequel expands its cinematic heist universe with slick action and clever humor.

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ (2025)

In the visually striking animated film ‘KPop Demon Hunters’, a globally famous girl group known as Huntr/x leads a thrilling double life. While performing chart-topping hits for their adoring fans, the band members secretly protect humanity by fighting evil forces and maintaining a magical barrier called the Honmoon. Their ultimate challenge arrives when they must face off against the Saja Boys, a rival musical act whose members are secretly powerful demons in disguise. Blending traditional Korean mythology with modern fan culture, this dynamic Sony Pictures Animation adventure celebrates the power of music and female friendship.

‘The Bad Guardian’ (2024)

Inspired by harrowing real-life accounts of conservatorship abuse, ‘The Bad Guardian’ tells the suspenseful story of a woman fighting a corrupt legal system. Melissa Joan Hart stars as Leigh, a desperate daughter whose elderly father is assigned a court-appointed caregiver after suffering a debilitating fall. When the newly appointed guardian seizes complete control over his finances, medical decisions, and property, Leigh must risk everything to expose the exploitation occurring behind closed doors. This gripping Lifetime thriller sheds a much-needed light on the hidden dangers of elder care and the staggering power held by legally assigned guardians.

‘War Machine’ (2026)

‘War Machine’ combines the intense atmosphere of a military survival thriller with explosive science fiction elements. Alan Ritchson stars as a grieving Army Ranger candidate, known only by his callsign 81, who leads his squad through a brutal final training exercise in the wilderness. The grueling mission violently derails when the recruits discover they are being hunted by a massive, bloodthirsty robotic entity of extraterrestrial origin. Director Patrick Hughes crafts a fast-paced narrative that quickly transitions from a standard boot camp drama into a cartoonishly violent game of cat and mouse.

‘Nobody 2’ (2025)

Bob Odenkirk reprises his role as the unassuming but lethal family man Hutch Mansell in the action-packed sequel ‘Nobody 2’. Still heavily in debt after destroying a Russian mob fortune, Hutch attempts to reconnect with his cynical wife and children by taking them on a nostalgic vacation to a seemingly quiet town. The family getaway quickly spirals into chaos when they encounter a local crime syndicate and a ruthless mastermind played by Sharon Stone. Directed by Timo Tjahjanto, the film delivers bone-crunching choreography and dark situational comedy as Hutch brings his father and adoptive brother into the bloody fray.

‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ (2026)

Serving as a cinematic continuation of the beloved television series, ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ shifts the gritty Shelby family saga into the turbulent era of World War II. Cillian Murphy returns as an isolated and haunted Tommy Shelby, who must abandon his reclusive lifestyle when a secret force of Nazi invaders threatens the British economy with counterfeit currency. Meanwhile, Tommy’s estranged son Duke, played by Barry Keoghan, has taken control of the gang and shows a dangerous willingness to profit from the looming global conflict. Written by series creator Steven Knight, the film provides a grand, high-stakes conclusion to the iconic Birmingham gangster epic.

‘Gaslit By My Husband: The Morgan Metzer Story’ (2024)

Based on a terrifying true crime case, ‘Gaslit By My Husband: The Morgan Metzer Story’ chronicles the dark unraveling of childhood sweethearts Morgan and Rodney Metzer. Jana Kramer stars as Morgan, whose life turns into a waking nightmare when she is violently assaulted by a masked intruder inside her own home. When Rodney conveniently arrives just minutes after the attack, investigators begin to uncover a chilling history of psychological abuse, manipulation, and coercive control. The dramatic thriller meticulously unpacks the lengths an abusive partner will go to cast himself as both the victimizing villain and the heroic savior.

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