Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Nobody 2’

Peacock’s lineup this weekend leans into fresh theatrical arrivals from Universal alongside a few all-timer crowd-pleasers, so you can bounce from dinosaurs and action sequels to animated capers and holiday favorites without changing apps. Below are ten picks drawn from this week’s Peacock coverage, prioritized by the newest releases first, then notable originals or franchise entries, followed by classics that shaped their genres. Each entry includes quick, practical details—who made it, who stars, and where it sits in its franchise—so you can zero in on what fits your mood fast.

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ (2025)

Directed by Gareth Edwards from a script by David Koepp, this standalone sequel in the ‘Jurassic Park’ saga sends a new team into remote equatorial regions where dinosaurs roam freely. The cast features Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey, with extensive visual effects work by Industrial Light & Magic. Principal photography took place across Thailand, Malta, and the United Kingdom. Distributed by Universal, it slots directly into Peacock’s Universal-first film pipeline.

‘The Bad Guys 2’ (2025)

Director Pierre Perifel continues the heist-comedy setup with returning voices Sam Rockwell and Marc Maron, plus additions like Danielle Brooks and Maria Bakalova. Universal handled domestic distribution, following the series’ animation pipeline established by DreamWorks and Illumination partners. The sequel keeps the ensemble dynamic while expanding the caper scale and character roster. After the theatrical and digital windows, it arrived in Peacock’s streaming rotation.

‘Nobody 2’ (2025)

Bob Odenkirk headlines the follow-up to the suburban-dad-turned-avenger thriller, produced and released by Universal. The movie maintained the lean, stunt-driven approach of the first film and posted a mid-eight-figure global gross on a modest budget. Audience polling landed around the B+ range on CinemaScore with solid PostTrak marks. Its post-theatrical path brought it into Peacock’s film slate.

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025)

Dean DeBlois returned to helm a live-action remake of the original animated story about Hiccup, Toothless, and a Viking tribe rethinking everything they know about dragons. Mason Thames stars as Hiccup, with Gerard Butler reprising Stoick. The production emphasized expanded flight sequences and larger-scale set pieces compared to the animated version. Following its Universal release, it moved through the studio’s standard windowing to Peacock.

‘Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale’ (2025)

This feature wraps the Crawley family saga from the long-running series and prior films, with Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Jim Carter, Elizabeth McGovern, and Paul Giamatti among the returning ensemble. The story centers on stewardship of the estate, shifting family roles, and a public scandal set against period detail. Carnival Films produced, continuing the franchise’s established creative team. After cinemas, the film’s U.S. streaming home aligns with Peacock distribution.

‘The Grinch’ (2018)

Illumination’s adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ classic features Benedict Cumberbatch as the voice of the title character, with Universal handling distribution. The film modernizes Whoville with CG design while keeping the holiday-heist plot intact. It became a reliable seasonal performer across home and streaming windows. Its presence on Peacock reflects the broader Universal/Illumination library deal.

‘Despicable Me 2’ (2013)

Chris Renaud and Pierre Coffin returned to direct, adding Lucy Wilde to Gru’s world as the Anti-Villain League recruits him for a new mission. Produced by Illumination with Universal distribution, it dramatically expanded the franchise’s global footprint. The movie cemented the Minions as a central draw and set up future installments. It’s part of Peacock’s family-friendly DreamWorks/Illumination shelf.

‘Despicable Me’ (2010)

The first entry introduces Gru, his plan to steal the Moon, and the adopted trio who redirect his life, with Steve Carell leading the voice cast. The film launched Illumination as a major animation player and kicked off a long-running series with sequels and spin-offs. Its character designs and comic tone became a studio signature. It streams under Universal’s library alignment with Peacock.

‘Jurassic Park’ (1993)

Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of Michael Crichton’s novel combined animatronics and then-cutting-edge CGI to define modern creature effects. The story follows a preview tour gone wrong at an island park populated with cloned dinosaurs. Its technical achievements and box-office run sparked a franchise still active today. As a cornerstone Universal title, it anchors Peacock’s blockbuster catalog.

‘Shrek 2’ (2004)

DreamWorks Animation’s sequel widens the fairy-tale world and ensemble, with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz returning. The production scaled up environments and crowd scenes with upgraded animation tools of its era. It stands as a major milestone for the studio’s global reach and merchandising ecosystem. The DreamWorks-to-Peacock pipeline keeps it in regular rotation for family viewing.

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