Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2’

Peacock’s weekly batch running September 29 to October 5 brings a hefty mix of new arrivals you can queue up for a weekend marathon. The slate ranges from fresh 2024 releases to franchise favorites and cult classics spanning horror, action, animation, and fantasy.

To make choosing easy, the picks below prioritize the most recent additions first, followed by fan-favorite franchises and notable catalog titles. Each entry gives you the core details—what it’s about, who stars, and who made it—so you can jump straight to what fits your mood.

‘Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2’ (2024)

A feral Pooh, Piglet, and their friends terrorize Christopher Robin and the residents of Ashdown, escalating the carnage from the first film as the town braces for a new wave of attacks. Scott Chambers appears as Christopher Robin, with Ryan Oliva and Tallulah Evans among the cast as the mayhem spreads from the forest into the community.

The slasher sequel is directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield, who co-wrote with Matt Leslie, expanding the reimagined public-domain characters into a larger ensemble and broader setting. Practical effects and stunt work underpin the violent set pieces, with the production mounted by Jagged Edge Productions.

‘The Mouse Trap’ (2024)

On her birthday, Alex finds herself locked inside a retro arcade and hunted by a killer wearing a mouse mask, turning the neon-lit maze of cabinets and corridors into a lethal trap she must outwit. Sophie McIntosh leads the cast as Alex, alongside Callum Sywyk and Simon Phillips in supporting roles.

Director Jamie Bailey stages the action within a single location, with the screenplay by Simon Phillips shaping the cat-and-mouse structure around puzzles, chase beats, and timed set-ups. The film’s contained production design uses the arcade layout to drive the suspense mechanics through night-long escalation.

‘Brightburn’ (2019)

A Kansas couple raises a mysterious boy who, upon entering adolescence, discovers powers that manifest in increasingly violent ways, turning their small town into the center of a deadly crisis. Elizabeth Banks and David Denman play the parents, with Jackson A. Dunn as Brandon in a story that blends domestic drama with superpowered horror.

David Yarovesky directs from a script by Brian Gunn and Mark Gunn, reframing superhero origin beats through a horror lens. The film’s effects and sound design emphasize destructive kinetics, while producer credits include James Gunn and Kenneth Huang through Troll Court Entertainment and The H Collective.

‘Vice’ (2018)

This political biographical drama follows Dick Cheney’s path from Capitol Hill staffer to White House power broker, mapping his roles at the Department of Defense, Halliburton, and as Vice President. Christian Bale stars as Cheney, with Amy Adams as Lynne Cheney, Steve Carell as Donald Rumsfeld, and Sam Rockwell as George W. Bush.

Written and directed by Adam McKay, the film uses archival elements, narration, and parallel vignettes to cover several decades of U.S. politics. The production features makeup and prosthetics to achieve extensive transformations, alongside a score by Nicholas Britell and distribution by Annapurna Pictures.

‘Goosebumps’ (2015)

When a teenager accidentally unleashes the monsters from R. L. Stine’s manuscripts, he teams with Stine and classmates to recapture the creatures as they overrun their town. Jack Black portrays Stine, with Dylan Minnette, Odeya Rush, and Ryan Lee rounding out the young ensemble amid werewolves, gnomes, and abominable snowmen.

Rob Letterman directs from a screenplay by Darren Lemke, adapting elements from multiple ‘Goosebumps’ books into a single adventure. Visual effects integrate CG creatures with practical on-set interaction, while the production nods to popular entries in the long-running literary series.

‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ (2014)

Five years after uniting Vikings and dragons, Hiccup and Toothless encounter a hidden ice cave and a growing conflict that threatens Berk’s peace, pushing Hiccup toward leadership. Voice performances include Jay Baruchel as Hiccup, America Ferrera as Astrid, Cate Blanchett as Valka, and Gerard Butler as Stoick.

Dean DeBlois returns as writer-director, with DreamWorks Animation advancing flight choreography and crowd simulations across large-scale aerial sequences. The film builds on the first installment’s character arcs, with John Powell’s score, new dragon species designs, and expanded world-building.

‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2’ (2011)

The final chapter follows Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they return to Hogwarts to confront Voldemort, racing to locate and destroy the remaining Horcruxes while a full-scale battle engulfs the school. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson lead, with Ralph Fiennes, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman, and Maggie Smith among the ensemble.

David Yates directs from Steve Kloves’ adaptation, concluding the series with large-scale set pieces, extensive visual effects from multiple vendors, and choral-orchestral scoring by Alexandre Desplat. Principal photography took place across Leavesden Studios and U.K. locations, integrating practical sets with digital extensions for the climactic siege.

‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1’ (2010)

Harry, Ron, and Hermione leave Hogwarts to search for Horcruxes, operating in secret as Voldemort tightens control over the wizarding and Muggle worlds. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson headline, with Ralph Fiennes, Helena Bonham Carter, Alan Rickman, and Bill Nighy in key roles.

David Yates directs from Steve Kloves’ adaptation of J. K. Rowling’s novel. Location shoots across the U.K., creature and visual effects from multiple vendors, and Alexandre Desplat’s score mark the production’s shift to a road-movie structure ahead of the series finale.

‘Silent Hill’ (2006)

A mother searches for her adopted daughter in the deserted town of Silent Hill, confronting a shifting reality populated by ash, sirens, and monstrous figures tied to the town’s past. Radha Mitchell leads the cast as Rose, with Sean Bean, Laurie Holden, Deborah Kara Unger, and Jodelle Ferland.

Christophe Gans directs from a screenplay by Roger Avary and Nicolas Boukhrief, adapting Konami’s game series with a focus on atmosphere and practical creature work. Production design and soundscape replicate the franchise’s fog, industrial textures, and alarm cues, integrating CG enhancements with in-camera effects.

‘Point Break’ (1991)

An FBI rookie infiltrates a crew of surfers suspected of a string of bank robberies, developing a complicated bond with the group’s charismatic leader as the investigation deepens. Keanu Reeves stars as Johnny Utah, with Patrick Swayze as Bodhi and Lori Petty as Tyler, and Gary Busey as Utah’s partner.

Kathryn Bigelow directs from W. Peter Iliff’s screenplay, staging on-location surfing, skydiving, and foot chases that rely on practical stunt teams and second-unit work. The production’s coastal settings and athletic set pieces establish the film’s signature blend of action and subculture detail.

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