Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on HBO Max, Including ‘Beetlejuice’

Max has a packed mix of new releases, cult favorites, and spooky-season staples right now, plus a fresh batch of arrivals this week—perfect for queuing up a little bit of everything. Below are ten solid picks pulled from Max’s current most-watched list and the latest weekly additions, so you can hop straight to the good stuff without digging around.

‘Superman’ (2025)

James Gunn writes and directs this new DC Studios chapter introducing David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, with Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. The film launches the revamped DCU continuity under Gunn and Peter Safran and draws on classic comic touchstones like ‘All-Star Superman’. It anchors the opening “Gods and Monsters” slate designed to connect upcoming films and series. It led Max’s most-watched movies of the week.

‘Prime Minister’ (2025)

This documentary follows Jacinda Ardern’s rise and tenure as New Zealand’s 40th prime minister, focusing on crisis leadership from the Christchurch mosque attacks through the pandemic. Directed by Lindsay Utz and Michelle Walshe, it features Ardern and a producing team that includes Cass Avery, Leon Kirkbeck, Clarke Gayford, Gigi Pritzker, Rachel Shane, and Katie Peck. It premiered at Sundance and rolls onto Max in the week of September 29 to October 5. The film blends intimate access with reflections on the personal toll of public service.

‘Bring Her Back’ (2025)

Danny and Michael Philippou return with a new horror tale starring Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Jonah Wren Phillips, and Sally Hawkins. Written by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman and produced by Samantha Jennings and Kristina Ceyton for Causeway Films, it runs 104 minutes. The story tracks siblings who encounter a sinister ritual in their new foster home. Cinematography is by Aaron McLisky with a score by Cornel Wilczek.

‘Warfare’ (2025)

Co-written and co-directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland, this real-time Iraq War drama follows a Navy SEAL platoon during an intense operation. The ensemble includes D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Joseph Quinn, and Kit Connor. The project draws on Mendoza’s firsthand experience and was distributed stateside by A24. Its Max presence aligns with A24’s broader windowing setup with Warner Bros. Discovery.

‘Beetlejuice’ (1988)

Tim Burton directs from a screenplay by Michael McDowell and Warren Skaaren, with Michael Keaton as the chaos-loving bio-exorcist. The cast features Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Catherine O’Hara, Jeffrey Jones, and Winona Ryder, with a score by Danny Elfman. The story follows a recently deceased couple who enlist Betelgeuse to drive out their home’s new occupants. Produced by The Geffen Company and released by Warner Bros., it became a defining horror-comedy cult favorite.

‘The Mummy’ (1999)

Stephen Sommers reimagines the classic monster template as a pulp adventure headlined by Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, alongside John Hannah and Arnold Vosloo. The plot follows an ill-fated expedition that revives the cursed high priest Imhotep and unleashes supernatural havoc. The production blends practical sets and prosthetics with then-cutting-edge visual effects. Its success launched a modern franchise and enduring fanbase on streaming.

‘Friday the 13th’ (1980)

Produced and directed by Sean S. Cunningham from Victor Miller’s screenplay, this landmark slasher centers on counselors at Camp Crystal Lake as murders begin to unfold. The ensemble includes Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, and a young Kevin Bacon. Its tropes helped define the subgenre and sparked a long-running franchise exploring the mythology tied to the series’ masked killer. The film remains a seasonal staple for horror marathons.

‘Corpse Bride’ (2005)

Co-directed by Tim Burton and Mike Johnson, this stop-motion gothic romance features voice performances by Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter. The story follows Victor, who accidentally proposes to a deceased bride and is whisked into the Land of the Dead, complicating his real-world engagement. The screenplay is by John August, Caroline Thompson, and Pamela Pettler, from characters by Burton and Carlos Grangel. Its meticulous puppetry and musical elements showcase precision craftsmanship in animation.

‘The Unfaithful’ (1947)

Vincent Sherman directs this film noir starring Ann Sheridan as a socialite whose self-defense killing exposes an affair and triggers a legal and personal spiral. The cast includes Lew Ayres, Zachary Scott, and Eve Arden, with cinematography by Ernest Haller and music by Max Steiner. The screenplay by David Goodis and James Gunn adapts W. Somerset Maugham’s ‘The Letter’. Produced by Jerry Wald for Warner Bros., it probes post-war anxieties around marriage and reputation.

‘50 First Dates’ (2004)

Peter Segal directs this Hawaii-set romantic comedy starring Adam Sandler as a veterinarian who falls for Drew Barrymore’s Lucy, whose short-term memory resets each day after a head injury. The supporting cast features Rob Schneider, Sean Astin, and Dan Aykroyd. It comes from Happy Madison Productions with Anonymous Content among the producers. The premise pairs daily-reset courtship with broad comedy and heartfelt beats.

Tell us which picks you’re lining up on Max and what you’d add to the list in the comments!