Every Movie Coming to Hulu This Week, Including a Major Anime Hit

Hulu is expanding its streaming catalog this week with an extensive collection of blockbuster hits, beloved animated adventures, spine-chilling horror features, and critically acclaimed dramas.

Whether subscribers are seeking high-octane action classics, laugh-out-loud comedies, or award-winning cinema, this weekly lineup offers an abundance of entertainment options. Below is the complete guide to every movie arriving on the platform between Wednesday, September 30 and Friday, October 2.

‘One of Them Days’ (2025)

Best friends and roommates Alyssa and Keke face eviction when Alyssa’s boyfriend ruins their rent money. The duo embarks on a frantic race across the city to come up with the necessary funds before their landlord locks them out. The comedy explores friendship under pressure as the pair encounters a series of chaotic obstacles. Directed by Lawrence Lamont, the feature stars Keke Palmer and SZA. The film arrives on Hulu on Wednesday, September 30.

‘Jujutsu Kaisen 0’ (2022)

High school student Yuta Okkotsu is haunted by the cursed spirit of his childhood friend Rika Orimoto. He enrolls in Tokyo Jujutsu High under the mentorship of Satoru Gojo to learn how to control and utilize her immense supernatural power. Yuta soon becomes a central target for the rogue curse user Suguru Geto during a massive assault on the city. The dark fantasy anime film serves as a direct prequel to the popular animated series. It begins streaming on Hulu on Wednesday, September 30.

‘Live Free or Die Hard’ (2007)

Veteran police detective John McClane is assigned to bring in a young computer hacker for questioning. The mission quickly escalates when a sophisticated cyber-terrorist organization initiates a systemic shutdown of the nation’s critical infrastructure. McClane must rely on old-fashioned tactics alongside modern tech skills to stop the cyber attack and rescue his kidnapped daughter. Directed by Len Wiseman, the action thriller stars Bruce Willis and Justin Long. The blockbuster becomes available on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘The Empty Man’ (2020)

A grieving former police detective investigates the mysterious disappearance of a local teenager in a small Midwestern town. His inquiries lead him to uncover a sinister urban legend surrounding an elusive supernatural entity known as the Empty Man. As he follows the clues, he discovers a secretive cult attempting to summon an ancient, malevolent force. The supernatural horror film was directed by David Prior in his feature directorial debut. The movie lands on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian’ (2009)

Former night guard Larry Daley discovers that his animated museum exhibits have been shipped to the federal archives at the Smithsonian Institution. He must infiltrate the expansive museum complex after a resurrected Egyptian pharaoh plots to seize an ancient tablet and take over the world. Daley teams up with historical icons like Amelia Earhart to save his friends and restore order. Ben Stiller returns to lead the fantasy comedy sequel alongside Amy Adams. The film premieres on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Grown Ups’ (2010)

Five childhood friends and former basketball teammates reunite after thirty years to attend the funeral of their beloved youth coach. The group rents a lake house over the Fourth of July weekend with their families to relive old memories. Throughout the retreat, the adult men realize that getting older does not necessarily mean growing up. The ensemble comedy stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider. The comedy arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘The Swan Princess’ (1994)

Princess Odette and Prince Derek are arranged to marry to unite their kingdoms, but their plans fall apart when Odette is kidnapped by an evil sorcerer. The sorcerer casts a spell that transforms Odette into a swan during the daylight hours. Derek embarks on a dangerous journey to find his true love and break the dark enchantment. The animated musical fantasy is based on the classic ballet ‘Swan Lake’. Viewers can stream the animated adventure on Hulu starting Thursday, October 1.

‘The Watch’ (2012)

Four suburban neighbors form a neighborhood watch group primarily to escape their mundane daily routines and bond with one another. Their routine patrol duties take an unexpected turn when they uncover an alien invasion plot masquerading as an ordinary suburban neighborhood. The ragtag group must rise to the occasion to defend their community and save the world from total destruction. The science fiction comedy stars Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Jonah Hill, and Richard Ayoade. The feature joins the Hulu catalog on Thursday, October 1.

‘Die Hard with a Vengeance’ (1995)

Suspended police officer John McClane is targeted by a mysterious terrorist who threatens to detonate bombs across New York City. McClane is forced into a deadly game of Simon Says alongside a Harlem shop owner named Zeus Carver. The duo must race across the city solving lethal riddles while uncovering the mastermind’s true motives. The high-octane action film stars Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson under the direction of John McTiernan. The third franchise installment debuts on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘True Lies’ (1994)

Harry Tasker lives a double life as a top-secret government operative while leading his family to believe he is a mundane computer salesman. His professional and personal lives collide when a group of dangerous terrorists kidnap Harry and his unsuspecting wife. Harry must utilize his lethal skillset to protect his family and foil a catastrophic nuclear threat. Directed by James Cameron, the action comedy stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jamie Lee Curtis. The film becomes available to stream on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Hotel Transylvania 2’ (2015)

Dracula opens the doors of his monster resort to human guests while adjusting to his role as a doting grandfather. Concerned that his half-human grandson Dennis is not showing monster traits, Dracula enlists his ghoul friends to put the boy through a monster-in-training boot camp. Matters become further complicated when Dracula’s traditionalist vampire father Vlad makes an unexpected visit to the hotel. The animated sequel features the voices of Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, and Selena Gomez. The movie arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Vampires Suck’ (2010)

Teenager Becca Crane moves to a rainy town and finds herself torn between a brooding vampire and an overly affectionate werewolf. As she navigates high school social dynamics, she must deal with her overbearing father and a trio of eccentric bloodsuckers. The satirical comedy parodies popular young adult vampire romances and teen drama tropes of the late 2000s. Directed by Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer, the parody stars Jenn Proske and Matt Lanter. It joins the streaming platform on Thursday, October 1.

‘Jeff Dunham: I’m with Cupid’ (2024)

Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham returns to the stage for a Valentine’s Day-themed comedy special filmed in Tampa, Florida. Dunham brings along his iconic cast of puppet characters, including Walter, Peanut, Bubba J, and Achmed the Dead Terrorist. The performance focuses on comedic takes on relationships, love, marriage, and everyday romantic blunders. The special highlights Dunham’s long-running comedic style and distinct puppet personalities. The stand-up special premieres on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Barbarian’ (2022)

A young woman arrives at her Detroit rental home late at night only to discover that it has been accidentally double-booked by a strange man. Against her better judgment, she decides to spend the night before finding an ominous subterranean tunnel hidden beneath the house. Her discovery unravels a horrific underground nightmare that threatens the lives of anyone who enters. Directed by Zach Cregger, the critically acclaimed horror thriller stars Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long. The movie streams on Hulu starting Thursday, October 1.

‘Surf’s Up 2: WaveMania’ (2017)

Surfing penguin Cody Maverick seeks a new challenge and convinces the extreme surfing crew known as the Hang 5 to let him join their latest expedition. The crew journeys to a legendary and perilous surf spot known as the Trenches to conquer massive waves. Along the way, Cody learns important lessons about team trust, endurance, and true athletic dedication. The animated sports comedy features voice performances from professional WWE superstars alongside Jeremy Shada. The animated sequel arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Die Hard 2’ (1990)

Detective John McClane waits for his wife’s flight to land at Washington Dulles International Airport on Christmas Eve. Terrorists take control of the airport’s air traffic systems to orchestrate the escape of a captured drug lord. With planes circling low on fuel in a blizzard, McClane must battle elite mercenaries on the snowy runways. Directed by Renny Harlin, the action-packed sequel stars Bruce Willis alongside William Atherton and Bonnie Bedelia. The film begins streaming on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Alita: Battle Angel’ (2019)

A deactivated female cyborg is revived by a compassionate cyber-doctor in the dystopian junkyard city of Iron City. Unable to remember her past identity, she discovers that she possesses extraordinary ancient martial arts combat abilities. As dark forces threaten her new life and friends, she embarks on a dangerous quest to uncover her destiny. Directed by Robert Rodriguez and produced by James Cameron, the cyberpunk spectacle stars Rosa Salazar. The sci-fi action film arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘No Good Deed’ (2014)

A former district attorney and dedicated mother of two stays home with her children during a stormy evening in suburban Atlanta. Her peaceful night is interrupted when a charming stranger knocks on her door claiming his car broke down. After she invites him inside to use the phone, the stranger reveals himself as a dangerous escaped convict. The psychological thriller stars Taraji P. Henson and Idris Elba in a tense game of cat and mouse. It joins Hulu’s movie lineup on Thursday, October 1.

‘Soulm8te’ (2026)

A grieving widower acquires an artificially intelligent android companion to help cope with the devastating loss of his deceased spouse. As the synthetic partner begins adapting to his emotional needs, her programming evolves into a deadly romantic obsession. The tech-driven psychological thriller explores the perils of artificial affection and unchecked algorithmic devotion. The upcoming horror thriller expands the expanding universe established by modern tech-horror cinema. The title is scheduled to debut on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Grown Ups 2’ (2013)

Lenny Feder relocates his family back to his small hometown to be closer to his childhood friends and their growing families. On the last day of the school year, the group of friends encounters eccentric locals, arrogant college fraternity boys, and wild animals. The chaotic day pushes the fathers to confront old rivalries while throwing a massive start-of-summer party. The comedy sequel reunites stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, and David Spade. The comedy becomes available on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Testament of Youth’ (2015)

Vera Brittain overcomes societal expectations to secure a place studying at Oxford University just as World War I erupts across Europe. After her fiancé, brother, and friends enlist in the military, she abandons her studies to serve as a voluntary aid nurse. Facing the devastating loss and trauma of the battlefield, she channels her experiences into a powerful pacifist memoir. Starring Alicia Vikander and Kit Harington, the historical biographical drama captures the emotional toll of wartime conflict. The film streams on Hulu starting Thursday, October 1.

‘Nightmare Alley’ (2021)

An ambitious and charismatic carnival worker learns the craft of mentalism and psychological deception from seasoned sideshow performers. He crafts a glamorous new persona to manipulate wealthy elites in 1940s New York society alongside a mysterious psychiatrist. His web of calculated lies spirals out of control as greed and arrogance drive him toward a dangerous downfall. Directed by Guillermo del Toro, the psychological neo-noir thriller stars Bradley Cooper and Cate Blanchett. The feature arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘The Holiday’ (2006)

Two women facing painful romantic breakups arrange a home exchange across the Atlantic Ocean for the Christmas holiday season. An American movie trailer editor moves into a quaint English cottage, while a British journalist stays in a luxurious Los Angeles mansion. Both women unexpectedly find new romance and emotional healing with local men during their time away from home. Directed by Nancy Meyers, the romantic comedy stars Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Jack Black. The film joins Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Die Hard’ (1988)

New York City police detective John McClane visits his estranged wife at an office Christmas party inside a Los Angeles skyscraper. The festivities are hijacked when a group of international terrorists led by Hans Gruber seizes the high-rise and takes hostages. Operating alone with minimal resources, McClane wages a one-man guerrilla war to save the hostages inside the tower. Directed by John McTiernan, the seminal action masterpiece stars Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman. The iconic film is available to stream on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb’ (2014)

Museum night guard Larry Daley realizes that the ancient Egyptian artifact granting life to the exhibits is slowly losing its magical power. To save his friends from permanent stillness, Larry travels across the world to the British Museum in London. Alongside his exhibit companions, he must solve the riddle of the tomb before the tablet’s magic decays completely. Directed by Shawn Levy, the fantasy adventure features Ben Stiller, Dan Stevens, and Robin Williams. The movie lands on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Hotel Transylvania’ (2012)

Count Dracula operates a lavish monster resort deep in the woods where creatures can rest safely away from human civilization. His protective nature is tested when an ordinary human backpacker accidentally stumbles upon the hotel on his daughter Mavis’s 118th birthday. Dracula must disguise the human guest while preventing Mavis from falling in love with him. The hit animated family comedy features the voice talents of Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg, and Selena Gomez. It debuts on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Aloha’ (2015)

A celebrated military contractor returns to Honolulu to oversee the launch of a private surveillance satellite from a military base. During his assignment, he reconnects with a past love while unexpectedly falling for his assigned military liaison officer. He finds himself caught between his corporate duties, Hawaiian cultural traditions, and romantic choices. Directed by Cameron Crowe, the romantic comedy-drama features Bradley Cooper, Emma Stone, and Rachel McAdams. The film arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Ghostbusters’ (1984)

Three eccentric parapsychology professors lose their university grants and establish a unique ghost removal service in New York City. As supernatural activity surges across Manhattan, the team uncovers a gateway summoning an ancient god of destruction. The ghost hunters must gear up with proton packs to save the metropolis from paranormal apocalypse. Directed by Ivan Reitman, the iconic supernatural comedy stars Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, and Harold Ramis. The classic film begins streaming on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Night at the Museum’ (2006)

A down-on-his-luck father accepts a night security guard position at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. He soon discovers that an ancient golden tablet causes all the historical exhibits and statues to come to life after hours. To maintain his job and impress his son, he must manage chaotic prehistoric animals and historic figures. The fantasy comedy stars Ben Stiller alongside Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, and Ricky Gervais. The original family hit arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Larry Flynt for President’ (2021)

This political documentary chronicles the unconventional 1984 presidential campaign launched by controversial publisher Larry Flynt. Utilizing rare archival footage and contemporary interviews, the film examines Flynt’s provocative battle against religious conservatism and government censorship. The project details how his political run served as a direct critique of the American political and legal establishment. Directed by Nadia Szold, the documentary sheds light on free speech advocacy and media rebellion. The documentary joins Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘The Hills Have Eyes 2’ (2007)

A group of National Guard trainees is deployed to a remote desert outpost in New Mexico to deliver supplies to a military research team. Upon arrival, the soldiers find the camp deserted and pick up a distressed radio signal from the nearby rocky hills. As they enter the desolate landscape on a rescue mission, they are ambushed by a vicious clan of mutant cannibals. The intense horror sequel was directed by Martin Weisz and co-written by horror icon Wes Craven. The horror feature premieres on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘The Sweetest Thing’ (2002)

A commitment-phobic woman who avoids serious relationships unexpectedly meets her ideal romantic partner at a crowded nightclub. After he abruptly leaves town, she embarks on a wild road trip with her best friend to crash his brother’s wedding. Along their journey, the pair encounters a string of absurd, hilarious, and embarrassing misadventures. The raunchy romantic comedy stars Cameron Diaz, Christina Applegate, and Selma Blair. The comedy becomes available on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Soul’ (2020)

A middle school music teacher finally achieves his lifelong dream of performing with a renowned jazz quartet before a freak accident separates his soul from his body. Transported to the Great Before, he must mentor a cynical soul who has spent centuries avoiding life on Earth. Together, they embark on a journey across cosmic realms and modern New York to discover the true meaning of living. Directed by Pete Docter and Kemp Powers, the Academy Award-winning Pixar film features Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. It arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Ghostbusters II’ (1989)

Five years after saving New York City, the disbanded paranormal investigators struggle with lawsuits and low-paying entertainment gigs. When a river of psychoreactive slime is discovered beneath the city, the team reforms to investigate the emerging paranormal threat. They discover an ancient tyrant seeking to reincarnate through an innocent baby on New Year’s Eve. The supernatural sequel stars Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, and Ernie Hudson. The film streams on Hulu starting Thursday, October 1.

‘Premature’ (2014)

High school senior Rob faces an overwhelming day involving a critical college admissions interview, pushy parents, and romantic entanglements. Whenever he reaches an intimate climax during the day, he is suddenly pulled back in time to restart the morning in his bedroom. Rob must figure out how to break the time loop while navigating high school anxieties and discovering his true desires. The raunchy coming-of-age comedy stars John Karna, Katie Findlay, and Alan Tudyk. The film becomes available to watch on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Edward Scissorhands’ (1990)

An unfinished artificial man with scissors for hands is discovered living in seclusion inside a crumbling hilltop mansion. A kindhearted suburban saleswoman brings him home to live with her family in a pastel-colored neighborhood. Although his extraordinary sculpting talents initially make him popular, suburban prejudice and misunderstandings soon turn the town against him. Directed by Tim Burton, the dark fantasy romance features Johnny Depp and Winona Ryder. The classic feature joins Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Hereditary’ (2018)

Following the death of their secretive matriarch, the Graham family begins uncovering terrifying secrets about their ancestral heritage. As tragic events tear the household apart, a sinister supernatural presence begins exerting control over the surviving family members. The mother fights desperately to protect her remaining children as she unravels a dark occult conspiracy. Directed by Ari Aster, the celebrated psychological horror film stars Toni Collette and Alex Wolff. The horror film debuts on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Midsommar’ (2019)

A grieving young woman accompanies her emotionally distant boyfriend and his classmates to a remote Swedish village for a rare midsummer festival. The idyllic, sun-drenched festivities soon morph into an unsettling and bizarre series of pagan rituals. As the foreign visitors begin disappearing one by one, the woman finds herself drawn into the commune’s strange customs. Directed by Ari Aster, the folk horror masterwork stars Florence Pugh and Jack Reynor. The film lands on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Ghostbusters’ (2016)

Two former paranormal researchers team up with an eccentric engineer and a transit worker when supernatural apparitions plague New York City. Using custom proton technology, the newly formed ghost-hunting squad tracks down and captures rogue spirits across the metropolis. They soon uncover an occult scheme orchestrated by a madman intent on unleashing a catastrophic ghost invasion. The reboot is directed by Paul Feig and stars Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, and Leslie Jones. The supernatural action comedy debuts on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘Surf’s Up’ (2007)

Cody Maverick is a determined young rockhopper penguin who dreams of becoming a world-class competitive surfer. He leaves his frozen Antarctic home to compete in the Big Z Memorial Surf Contest on tropical Pen Gu Island. Under the guidance of a reclusive surfing legend, Cody discovers that true victory comes from heart rather than trophies. The mockumentary-style animated film features the vocal talents of Shia LaBeouf, Jeff Bridges, and Zooey Deschanel. It arrives on Hulu on Thursday, October 1.

‘The Substance’ (2024)

An aging celebrity television star faces career termination due to industry ageism and turns to a black-market cell-regenerating drug. The treatment temporarily creates a younger, separate version of herself while requiring an exact weekly rotation between the two bodies. When the younger persona begins defying the biological rules to extend her time in the spotlight, horrific consequences emerge. Directed by Coralie Fargeat, the body horror thriller stars Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley. The film joins Hulu’s streaming lineup on Thursday, October 1.

‘One Spoon of Chocolate’ (2026)

An ex-convict struggles to reintegrate into civilian life while attempting to reconnect with his estranged daughter. As he seeks redemption, he finds work in a family-run confectionery shop that becomes the center of his personal rebirth. Looming debts and lingering criminal ties threaten to unravel the fragile stability he has built. Directed by RZA, the urban drama explores themes of familial reconciliation, perseverance, and sacrifice. The film arrives on Hulu on Friday, October 2.

‘Mafia Mamma’ (2023)

An insecure American woman inherits her estranged grandfather’s sprawling estate and discovers he was a powerful Italian mob boss. Guided by the family’s loyal consigliere, she is thrust into the role of the new head of the crime syndicate. While navigating bloody mob turf wars, she defies expectations and revitalizes the empire with her own management style. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke, the action comedy stars Toni Collette and Monica Bellucci. The comedy becomes available on Hulu on Friday, October 2.

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