Here Are All the Movies Coming to Hulu This Week, Including ‘Sovereign’

Looking for a mix of buzzy new releases, real-life crime, a home-invasion thriller, and a modern classic musical drama? This week’s lineup spans intimate holiday family drama, a manhunt based on a notorious fugitive, a tense bachelorette-night siege, a true-events crime thriller about the sovereign citizen movement, and a chart-topping love-and-fame saga. Dive into the details below so you can pick exactly what fits your mood.

‘Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point’ (2024)

Set over one bustling holiday night, ‘Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point’ follows an extended Long Island family gathering for what might be their last Christmas in the old house as simmering tensions—and bittersweet nostalgia—surface. The film is directed by Tyler Taormina, who co-wrote the screenplay with Eric Berger, and features an ensemble that includes Matilda Fleming, Maria Dizzia, Ben Shenkman, Francesca Scorsese, Elsie Fisher, Sawyer Spielberg, and Michael Cera (also a producer). Carson Lund serves as cinematographer and Kevin Anton as editor, crafting the film’s warm, observational style. Produced by Omnes Films with IFC handling distribution, the movie blends comedy and drama to capture the small, telling moments that define family traditions.

‘American Murderer’ (2022)

‘American Murderer’ dramatizes the manhunt for charismatic con artist Jason Derek Brown, whose crimes eventually place him among the FBI’s Most Wanted. Written and directed by Matthew Gentile, the film stars Tom Pelphrey as Brown, with Ryan Phillippe, Idina Menzel, Jacki Weaver, Paul Schneider, Shantel VanSanten, Kevin Corrigan, and Moisés Arias rounding out the cast. It’s a true-crime drama that traces Brown’s elaborate deceptions and the pursuit that closes in on him. The film premiered in 2022 and runs just over 100 minutes.

‘Bride or Die’ (2025)

In ‘Bride or Die’, bride-to-be Allie heads to a secluded lakeside home for a low-key bachelorette weekend that turns into a fight for survival when a violent intruder crashes the getaway. The thriller is written and directed by Nanea Miyata, with production by Lunar Field. Centered on friendship under pressure, the story tests how far the group will go to protect each other when the house becomes a trap. It’s a tight, single-location mystery-thriller built around escalating stakes and resourceful leads.

‘Sovereign’ (2025)

‘Sovereign’ is a crime thriller inspired by real events surrounding the 2010 West Memphis police shootings, focusing on a father and son drawn into the sovereign citizen movement. Written and directed by Christian Swegal, the film stars Nick Offerman and Jacob Tremblay as Jerry and Joe Kane, with Dennis Quaid portraying Police Chief John Bouchart; the ensemble also includes Thomas Mann, Nancy Travis, and Martha Plimpton. The story examines radicalization and the strain between parental ideology and a child’s conscience amid mounting conflict with law enforcement. Produced by All Night Diner and distributed by Briarcliff Entertainment, it runs just over 100 minutes.

‘A Star Is Born’ (2018)

In ‘A Star Is Born’, seasoned musician Jackson Maine discovers and champions singer-songwriter Ally as their romance deepens and their careers pull in different directions. Bradley Cooper directs and stars alongside Lady Gaga, with a screenplay by Cooper, Eric Roth, and Will Fetters; the supporting cast includes Sam Elliott, Dave Chappelle, and Andrew Dice Clay. The film features original songs performed in-character and was shot with an emphasis on live performance energy, guided by cinematographer Matthew Libatique. Produced by MGM and others and released by Warner Bros., it became both a box-office hit and an awards contender.

Have a favorite from this week’s picks—or one you’re planning to watch first? Share your thoughts in the comments!