All the Movies Coming to Hulu This Week, Including an Oscar-Nominated Animated Hit
Hulu is refreshing its movie catalog this week with a diverse selection of cinematic arrivals ranging from Monday, May 18 through Sunday, May 24. The upcoming slate includes recent theatrical science fiction releases, highly anticipated psychological thrillers, and nostalgic musical comedies. Viewers looking to update their watchlists will find a mixture of intense horror and family-friendly entertainment scheduled throughout the week. These premieres provide audiences with varied options for their weekend streaming entertainment.
‘Alien: Romulus’ (2024)
Directed by Fede Álvarez, ‘Alien: Romulus’ returns the iconic sci-fi horror franchise to its roots on Thursday 5/21. A group of young space colonists scavenges the deep ends of a derelict space station to find valuable equipment. While exploring the abandoned facility, they inadvertently encounter a deadly Xenomorph and must fight for their survival. The film features practical effects and stars Cailee Spaeny alongside David Jonsson in a gripping struggle against an apex predator.
‘Arco’ (2025)
Directed by Ugo Bienvenu, the animated science fiction adventure ‘Arco’ is scheduled to premiere on the streaming platform on Friday 5/22. The narrative follows a ten-year-old boy from the far future who loses control of his time-traveling rainbow suit and falls into the past. Stranded in the year 2075, he meets a girl named Iris who attempts by any means necessary to help send him back to his own era. The family-friendly feature includes voice performances from Margot Ringard Oldra and Oscar Tresanini as the two young protagonists.
‘The Home’ (2025)
Directed by James DeMonaco, ‘The Home’ brings psychological horror to the streaming service with its scheduled premiere on Friday 5/22. The narrative follows a troubled man who begins working at a retirement facility to help with the elderly residents. He soon uncovers that the inhabitants and their caretakers are harboring dark, sinister secrets within the walls of the estate. Pete Davidson stars in a dramatic departure from his usual comedic roles, navigating a script that focuses on deep psychological horror.
‘Camp Rock’ (2008)
The Disney Channel original movie ‘Camp Rock’ becomes available to streaming audiences on Friday 5/22. The musical film follows a talented teenager named Mitchie Torres who attends a prestigious summer music camp. She crosses paths with a pop star seeking musical inspiration, leading to a journey of self-discovery and teenage romance. Featuring performances from Demi Lovato and the Jonas Brothers, the television film spawned successful soundtrack albums and concert tours.
‘Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam’ (2010)
Continuing the musical storyline, the sequel ‘Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam’ also arrives on Hulu on Friday 5/22. Mitchie and her friends return to their destination, only to find a rival program called Camp Star threatening their existence. The opposing camps engage in a televised musical showdown to determine which institution will survive the summer season. This follow-up expands on the original soundtrack while focusing on narrative themes of loyalty, teamwork, and artistic integrity.
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