Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘Wakefield’

If you’re lining up a movie night on Paramount+ this weekend, you’ve got a solid mix of brand-new premieres, recent hits, and comfort-watch classics. Below are ten movie picks drawn from this week’s Paramount+ highlights and arrivals, with fresh originals up top followed by notable favorites that are easy to find on the service right now. Dive in, pick your vibe, and press play.

‘The Naked Gun’ (2025)

A legacy sequel revives the spoof-cop universe with Liam Neeson as Lt. Frank Drebin Jr., who’s trying to keep Police Squad from being shut down while unraveling a high-stakes plot. Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, and Danny Huston co-star. Akiva Schaffer directs from a screenplay he co-wrote, with production by Fuzzy Door and release by Paramount Pictures. It’s one of the most-watched films on the platform this week.

‘Vicious’ (2025)

Bryan Bertino’s horror film follows Polly, who’s told by a stranger she will die that night unless she satisfies a sinister box’s demands—forcing her through a night of reality-bending hauntings. Dakota Fanning leads the cast. After premiering at Fantastic Fest, the movie shifted to a Paramount+ debut in October 2025. It continues to rank among the service’s most-streamed titles.

‘Regretting You’ (2025)

This adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel debuts on Paramount+ and centers on a mother–daughter relationship strained by tragedy and long-buried secrets. Allison Williams and Mckenna Grace star as Morgan and Clara Grant, with Dave Franco and Mason Thames in key roles. Josh Boone directs from a script by Susan McMartin. The film anchors Paramount+’s late-October slate and remains available to stream.

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Tom Cruise returns as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, now training an elite group for a near-impossible mission connected to the original story. The film uses extensive practical aerial photography with real fighter jets and custom camera rigs. Produced by Paramount and Skydance, it became one of the studio’s highest-grossing releases and earned major award recognition. It’s currently trending among Paramount+ viewers.

‘Rocketman’ (2019)

Dexter Fletcher’s biographical musical charts Elton John’s early years, collaboration with Bernie Taupin, and rise to global stardom, set to his signature songs. Taron Egerton stars, with Jamie Bell, Richard Madden, and Bryce Dallas Howard. Produced by Marv, Rocket Pictures, and New Republic, the film arrives on Paramount+ this week. It’s listed among the new Friday additions.

‘Wakefield’ (2017)

Robin Swicord’s drama follows a New York attorney who secretly retreats to his garage attic to watch his family and reassess his life. Bryan Cranston leads alongside Jennifer Garner, Jason O’Mara, and Beverly D’Angelo. Adapted from an E. L. Doctorow short story, the feature premiered at Telluride. It lands on Paramount+ this Friday.

‘Step Brothers’ (2008)

Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly star as Brennan and Dale, two arrested-development adults forced to live together after their single parents marry. Directed by Adam McKay, the ensemble also includes Richard Jenkins, Mary Steenburgen, Adam Scott, and Kathryn Hahn. The comedy earned back its budget theatrically and found a large audience on home media and streaming. It’s among this week’s most-played comedies on the service.

‘Grown Ups’ (2010)

Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider reunite as childhood teammates who bring their families together for a lakeside weekend. Directed by Dennis Dugan and produced under the Happy Madison banner, the film became a major box-office success. It also spawned a sequel with much of the same cast. Viewership data places it high on Paramount+ right now.

‘Grown Ups 2’ (2013)

The sequel relocates the gang back to their hometown, piling on new hijinks, cameos, and family chaos. Dennis Dugan returns to direct, with the core ensemble back and additional familiar faces dropping in. Despite critical pans, the film delivered strong worldwide grosses. It’s currently charting on Paramount+.

‘Shooter’ (2007)

Mark Wahlberg plays Bob Lee Swagger, a former Marine sniper lured out of isolation to prevent an assassination, only to be framed for the crime. Based on Stephen Hunter’s ‘Point of Impact,’ the thriller leans into ballistics detail and conspiracy elements. Produced by di Bonaventura Pictures and released by Paramount, it pairs large-scale set-pieces with a corruption-unraveling investigation. It’s featured among Paramount+ viewers’ top watches.

Got a favorite from this lineup—or another Paramount+ pick we should add—tell us in the comments!