‘The Running Man’ Tops Paramount+’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week

Paramount+ continues to offer a diverse library of cinematic content, ranging from high-octane action blockbusters to classic dystopian thrillers. This week’s viewership trends reflect a significant interest in both upcoming high-profile reboots and established fan favorites. Viewers are gravitating toward intense narratives that explore survival, military precision, and comedic workplace dynamics. The current selection showcases the streaming platform’s commitment to delivering variety across multiple genres.

‘The Naked Gun’ (2025)

Liam Neeson stars in this reboot of the classic spoof franchise originally popularized by Leslie Nielsen. Akiva Schaffer directs the project, which aims to revive the signature slapstick humor of the bumbling detective Frank Drebin. Pamela Anderson joins the cast in a leading role, marking a major return to the big screen for the actress. The film follows the clumsy investigator as he navigates a new series of absurd and chaotic investigations.

‘Extract’ (2009)

Jason Bateman stars as a factory owner facing a series of personal and professional calamities in this workplace comedy. The narrative focuses on his attempt to manage a potential lawsuit and employee unrest while his personal life begins to falter. Mike Judge wrote and directed the film, which features an ensemble cast including Mila Kunis and Ben Affleck. It explores the frustrations of middle-class management and the eccentricities of blue-collar employees.

‘The Contractor’ (2022)

Chris Pine portrays James Harper, a discharged Special Forces sergeant who joins a private contracting organization to support his family. After his first covert mission goes wrong, he finds himself hunted and on the run across Europe. The thriller examines the sacrifices of military veterans and the ethically murky world of private security. Harper must fight to survive and uncover a deep-seated conspiracy to return home safely.

‘Fighting’ (2009)

Channing Tatum stars as Shawn MacArthur, a young man who enters the world of underground bare-knuckle boxing in New York City. Under the guidance of a seasoned hustler, he navigates a dangerous circuit of high-stakes gambling and physical brutality. The film highlights the gritty reality of the street-fighting scene and the struggle for financial survival. As MacArthur rises through the ranks, he must decide what he is willing to risk for a better life.

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Tom Cruise returns as Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell, who must train a new generation of elite pilots for a specialized and dangerous mission. He confronts the ghosts of his past while teaching the son of his late friend, Goose, played by Miles Teller. The film utilizes practical flight sequences and real aircraft to create a high-octane cinematic experience. It became a significant box office success and received critical acclaim for its technical achievements and emotional resonance.

‘The Running Man’ (1987)

Set in a dystopian future, the story follows Ben Richards, a man wrongly convicted of a crime and forced to participate in a deadly game show. Arnold Schwarzenegger leads the cast as he battles specialized “stalkers” in a televised arena to win his freedom. The film is based on a novel by Stephen King, writing under the pseudonym Richard Bachman. It serves as a critique of media manipulation and the voyeuristic nature of televised entertainment.

‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ (2025)

Tom Cruise continues his role as Ethan Hunt in this high-stakes conclusion to the long-running action franchise. The narrative follows the Impossible Mission Force as they face their most dangerous adversary yet involving a rogue artificial intelligence. The production filmed in various international locations to maintain the series’ reputation for grand scale and practical stunts. This installment serves as a direct sequel to the events of ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning’.

‘Regretting You’ (2025)

This adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel explores the complicated relationship between a mother and her teenage daughter. After a tragic accident disrupts their lives, the two women must navigate grief and secrets that threaten to tear them apart. Allison Williams and Mckenna Grace star in the leading roles of this emotional drama directed by Josh Boone. The film focuses on themes of family, betrayal, and the difficult path toward reconciliation.

‘Roofman’ (2025)

Based on the true story of Jeffrey Manchester, the film stars Channing Tatum as a prolific robber known for his unique methods. Manchester earned his nickname by breaking into businesses through their roofs and living inside a toy store while evading capture. Derek Cianfrance directs this crime drama, which depicts the eccentricities of the fugitive’s life on the run. The story highlights the surreal nature of his criminal career and his eventual apprehension by authorities.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

Edgar Wright directs this modern adaptation of the Stephen King novel starring Glen Powell in the lead role. The film returns to the original source material to tell the story of a man competing in a lethal game show to save his family. Set in a decaying society, the protagonist must survive a series of increasingly dangerous hunters while being broadcast to the nation. This version aims for a more faithful interpretation of the book’s darker themes and social commentary.

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