‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Is Peacock’s Most-Watched Movie of the Week

From cozy animated favorites to sharp-edged horror and a brand-new live-action dragon epic, this week’s Peacock lineup mixes family picks with late-night frights and a buzzy new sequel everyone’s talking about. Here’s what viewers are pressing play on right now.

10. ‘M3GAN 2.0’ (2025)

The sequel reboots the killer-companion concept with new upgrades, reuniting Allison Williams and Violet McGraw under director Gerard Johnstone. The story scales up the threat with rival A.I. tech, expanded set pieces, and a heavier dose of tech-thriller escalation. Practical puppetry combines with digital augmentation to deliver the title character’s uncanny movement. Both theatrical and unrated cuts are available to stream on Peacock, making it an easy weekend watch for sequel-curious fans.

9. ‘Scary Movie’ (2000)

Keenen Ivory Wayans directs this parody that spoofs teen slashers, crime thrillers, and late-90s pop culture all at once. Anna Faris and Regina Hall’s breakout performances power a rapid-fire run of gags, sight jokes, and genre send-ups. The movie pulls recognizable setups from hits of the era and flips them with exaggerated slapstick. It remains a quick, easy crowd pick when viewers want horror-adjacent laughs.

8. ‘Scream’ (1996)

Wes Craven’s meta-slasher follows Sidney Prescott as a masked killer terrorizes a suburban high school while riffing on horror rules. Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and David Arquette anchor the cast, with Roger L. Jackson providing the chilling voice on the phone. The film revitalized the genre with self-aware dialogue, whodunit misdirects, and tightly edited chase sequences. Its mix of suspense and satire keeps it a go-to rewatch every October.

7. ‘Honey Don’t!’ (2025)

Ethan Coen directs this dark comedy centered on a small-town private investigator whose case list spirals into chaos. The ensemble includes Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, and Chris Evans, delivering sharp, deadpan exchanges and off-kilter twists. Stylized needle-drops and brisk chapter-like pacing keep the story humming. Fans of pulpy capers and dry humor will find plenty to savor in its compact, character-driven structure.

6. ‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ (2019)

The trilogy closer sends Hiccup and Toothless searching for a fabled refuge as a ruthless dragon trapper closes in. Jay Baruchel and America Ferrera return, with Dean DeBlois again at the helm and John Powell’s soaring themes anchoring the flight scenes. The film is noted for its bioluminescent environments and intricate creature animation. It wraps the series’ central bond with a carefully staged farewell that pays off long-running character arcs.

5. ‘Monster House’ (2006)

Directed by Gil Kenan and produced in collaboration with ImageMovers and Amblin, this animated adventure follows three kids who discover the creepy house across the street is literally alive. The film uses performance-capture to map actors’ movements onto stylized characters for kinetic action sequences. Steve Buscemi, Mitchel Musso, and Maggie Gyllenhaal are among the principal cast. It’s a gateway haunted-house story that balances jumpy set pieces with playful banter.

4. ‘Corpse Bride’ (2005)

Tim Burton and Mike Johnson co-direct this stop-motion gothic fantasy about a timid groom who accidentally proposes to a mysterious bride from the underworld. Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter lead the voice cast, with Danny Elfman providing songs and score. The production uses handcrafted puppets and meticulous frame-by-frame photography to achieve its signature look. Its compact runtime and darkly whimsical tone make it a perennial pick during spooky season.

3. ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ (2014)

Written and directed by Dean DeBlois, this sequel reunites Hiccup and Astrid as a new threat emerges in the form of dragon hunter Drago Bludvist. Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, and Cate Blanchett headline the voice cast, and the film is known for its expanded dragon lore and large-scale aerial battles. It introduces new species, riders, and a hidden sanctuary that deepen the series’ mythology. The movie also advances Hiccup’s leadership arc, setting up the trilogy’s endgame.

2. ‘The Grinch’ (2018)

Illumination’s take on Dr. Seuss features Benedict Cumberbatch voicing the famously grumpy resident of Whoville. Directed by Yarrow Cheney and Scott Mosier, the film expands the classic tale with new supporting characters and a narrator performed by Pharrell Williams. The production pairs bright, rounded animation with a playful score by Danny Elfman. Families gravitate to this version for its gentle humor, brisk pacing, and kid-friendly holiday world-building.

1. ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025)

The live-action reimagining of the beloved saga is directed by Dean DeBlois and follows Hiccup and his Night Fury, Toothless, as Vikings and dragons inch toward an uneasy peace. Mason Thames leads as Hiccup with Nico Parker as Astrid, adapting the core beats of the original story with practical creature work blended with visual effects. Filmed with large-scale seaside sets and aerial stunt work, it emphasizes grounded action without losing the series’ flight sequences. Universal released it with a focus on continuity for longtime fans while making it accessible to first-timers.

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