Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on HBO Max, Including ‘Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody’

Max has a packed slate right now, mixing fresh premieres, buzzy recent arrivals, and fan-favorite staples—so whether you’re in the mood for a headline-making new release, an intimate documentary, or a comfort-rewatch classic, there’s plenty to line up for a perfect at-home double feature (or three).

‘Superman’ (2025)

James Gunn’s new DC Studios kickoff introduces David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, with Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. The film resets the DCU continuity and draws on touchstones like ‘All-Star Superman’ for its tone and characterization. It anchors the “Gods and Monsters” chapter and sets up connected projects across films and series. It’s currently one of Max’s most-watched titles this week.

‘Bring Her Back’ (2025)

Danny and Michael Philippou follow up their breakout horror hit with a new chiller starring Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Jonah Wren Phillips, and Sally Hawkins. The story tracks siblings who encounter a sinister ritual at their foster mother’s home, with cinematography by Aaron McLisky and music by Cornel Wilczek. Produced by Causeway Films and distributed by Stage 6 Films, it runs a tight 104 minutes. It’s sitting near the top of Max’s weekly most-watched list.

‘Warfare’ (2025)

Co-written and co-directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland, this real-time Iraq War drama follows a Navy SEAL platoon on a high-risk mission. The ensemble includes D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Joseph Quinn, and Kit Connor. The project draws on Mendoza’s field experience and A24’s partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery for streaming availability. It’s among this week’s most-viewed movies on Max.

‘Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud’ (2025)

This HBO Documentary Films short profiles journalist and filmmaker Brent Renaud, tracing his career and final assignment while reporting on the Russia–Ukraine war. Directed by Craig Renaud, it weaves extensive archival footage from the Renaud brothers’ body of work with first-hand accounts from colleagues and family. The film underscores Brent’s global reporting on conflict and displacement and includes contributions from producer-journalist Juan Arredondo. It’s a new nonfiction arrival on Max this week.

‘Prime Minister’ (2025)

This documentary follows Jacinda Ardern’s rise to New Zealand’s top office and chronicles leadership through watershed crises. Directed by Lindsay Utz and Michelle Walshe, it features Ardern and a producing team that includes Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane. The film combines intimate footage with reflections on public service, decision-making, and personal toll. It headlines the current batch of weekly arrivals on Max.

‘Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ (2022)

Kasi Lemmons directs this biographical drama charting Whitney Houston’s path from church singer to global icon. Naomi Ackie stars as Houston, with Stanley Tucci as Clive Davis and Ashton Sanders as Bobby Brown, from a screenplay by Anthony McCarten. The production credits include cinematography by Barry Ackroyd, editing by Daysha Broadway, and a score by Chanda Dancy. It’s newly available to stream on Max in this week’s drop.

‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’ (2022)

Dean Fleischer Camp directs this live-action/stop-motion mockumentary featuring Jenny Slate as Marcel and Isabella Rossellini as Nana Connie. The film follows a small-scale search that becomes a viral quest, blending gentle humor with themes of belonging and community. Produced with A24, it earned major awards attention for its animation and storytelling. It’s part of the week’s incoming Max lineup.

‘Corpse Bride’ (2005)

Co-directed by Tim Burton and Mike Johnson, this stop-motion gothic tale features voice performances from Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter. The story follows Victor, who accidentally proposes to a bride from the Land of the Dead, which complicates his engagement in the living world. The screenplay is by John August, Caroline Thompson, and Pamela Pettler, with character designs by Burton and Carlos Grangel. It’s charting among Max’s most-watched this week.

‘The Mummy’ (1999)

Stephen Sommers reimagines Universal’s classic monster myth as a sweeping desert adventure. Brendan Fraser leads as Rick O’Connell alongside Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, and Arnold Vosloo. The plot’s resurrection mishap unleashes Imhotep and a wave of supernatural havoc, blending practical effects with then-cutting-edge VFX. It continues to be a popular pick on Max’s current most-watched list.

‘Beetlejuice’ (1988)

Tim Burton’s horror-comedy centers on a deceased couple who enlist a mischievous “bio-exorcist” to scare off their home’s new owners. Michael Keaton headlines, with Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara in key roles, and a memorable score by Danny Elfman. The film’s practical effects and off-kilter tone helped cement its long-term cult status. It’s riding high among Max’s most-watched titles this week.

Tell us what you’re queuing up first this weekend—and share your picks in the comments!