A New Documentary Is the Most-Watched Movie on Peacock This Week

Peacock’s movie catalog features a wide selection of animated family adventures, seasonal Halloween favorites, and brand-new documentary releases this week. Streaming audiences have consistently gravitated toward recognizable animated franchises alongside critically acclaimed holiday classics. Here is a look at the most-watched feature films currently leading the viewership rankings on the platform.

‘Trolls Band Together’ (2023)

In this animated musical comedy, Poppy discovers that Branch was once part of a famous boyband named BroZone alongside his four brothers. When Branch’s brother Floyd is abducted by pop-star villains Velvet and Veneer for his talent, Branch and Poppy launch an elaborate rescue mission. Directed by Walt Dohrn, the production features an expansive soundtrack along with the musical reunion of the pop group *NSYNC. The ensemble voice cast includes Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Camila Cabello, Eric André, Amy Schumer, and Troye Sivan.

‘Monsters vs Aliens’ (2009)

A woman named Susan Murphy is struck by a meteor on her wedding day, causing her to transform into a nearly fifty-foot-tall giantess. She is relocated to a covert government facility that houses an eccentric assortment of captured monsters. When an extraterrestrial warlord named Gallaxhar attacks the planet, the military deploys Susan and her fellow inmates to save Earth. Directed by Conrad Vernon and Rob Letterman, the computer-animated film features the voice talents of Reese Witherspoon, Seth Rogen, Hugh Laurie, and Will Arnett.

‘Shrek Forever After’ (2010)

Experiencing a midlife crisis and missing his days as a feared ogre, Shrek makes a deal with the manipulative magical trickster Rumpelstiltskin. The arrangement transports him to a dark alternate reality where Rumpelstiltskin rules the land and Fiona has no memory of ever meeting him. Shrek must secure true love’s kiss to void the contract and return to his family before time runs out. Directed by Mike Mitchell, the fourth chapter of the animated franchise features returning cast members Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, and Antonio Banderas.

‘Boo! A Madea Halloween’ (2016)

Madea is asked by her nephew Brian to supervise his rebellious teenage daughter Tiffany on Halloween night to keep her from attending an unchaperoned fraternity party. A night of chaotic misadventures follows as Madea and her companions clash with supposed ghosts, ghouls, and prankster college students. Written, directed, and produced by Tyler Perry, the horror comedy originated from a parody concept in the movie ‘Top Five’. The cast features Tyler Perry portraying multiple characters alongside Cassi Davis, Patrice Lovely, Yousef Erakat, and Bella Thorne.

‘Shrek the Third’ (2007)

Following the death of King Harold, Shrek embarks on a journey across the sea to locate the next rightful heir to the throne of Far Far Away. Joined by Donkey and Puss in Boots, Shrek attempts to convince Fiona’s reluctant teenage cousin, Arthur Pendragon, to accept royal responsibilities. Back at the palace, Prince Charming rallies a league of classic fairytale villains to stage a coup and seize the kingdom. Directed by Chris Miller, the computer-animated fantasy comedy grossed over eight hundred million dollars at the global box office.

‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ (2000)

Residing on the snowy peak of Mount Crumpit, the misanthropic Grinch decides to rob the holiday season from the festive town of Whoville. His anti-holiday campaign is interrupted when a young Whoville resident named Cindy Lou Who tries to uncover his past and extend an invitation of kindness. Directed by Ron Howard, the live-action fantasy comedy serves as an adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s classic 1957 holiday book. The production stars Jim Carrey as the Grinch alongside Taylor Momsen, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, and narrator Anthony Hopkins.

‘Trolls Band Together’ (2023)

The story follows Poppy and Branch as they attempt to reunite Branch’s estranged siblings and achieve the mythical perfect family harmony. Their musical journey takes them to new locations across the pop landscape while encountering various musical genres and vibrant characters. The animated sequel incorporates multiple visual animation styles, including traditional hand-drawn sequences alongside three-dimensional computer modeling. Produced by DreamWorks Animation, the film enjoyed a successful theatrical run before becoming a major streaming staple for Peacock.

‘Monster House’ (2006)

Three neighborhood children discover that the ominous house across the street is a sentient, living entity that attacks anyone who approaches it. With the arrival of Halloween night, the children must find a way to extinguish the house’s heart before trick-or-treaters are endangered. Directed by Gil Kenan, the supernatural animated feature utilized motion-capture technology to animate its cast of characters. The vocal ensemble includes Mitchel Musso, Sam Lerner, Spencer Locke, Steve Buscemi, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Catherine O’Hara.

‘Coraline’ (2009)

After moving into an old apartment building, Coraline Jones discovers a hidden passageway leading to an idealized version of her own life. The discovery takes a sinister turn when her Other Mother demands that Coraline sew buttons over her eyes to remain in the parallel world forever. Directed by Henry Selick, the stop-motion dark fantasy film was adapted from the 2002 novella written by Neil Gaiman. The critically acclaimed animated feature received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for Best Animated Feature.

‘Kill. Bury. Print.’ (2026)

When the McCurtain Gazette, a family-run newspaper in Oklahoma, investigates alleged misconduct in the local sheriff’s office, the journalists face severe administrative retaliation. The conflict reaches a climax when the reporting team captures a secret audio recording that reveals local officials discussing a plot to assassinate the journalists. Directed by Ben Klein, the documentary chronicles how the small-town reporting effort escalated into a major national press freedom story. The film was produced by Joshua Rofé, Steven J. Berger, and Rachel Maddow for exclusive distribution on Peacock.

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