Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘21 Jump Street’

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If you’re eyeing Paramount+ for weekend viewing, here are ten picks drawn from what’s new on the service this week and what viewers are currently watching most on the platform—mixing fresh arrivals with buzzy originals and reliable crowd-pleasers.

‘The Naked Gun’ (2025)

‘The Naked Gun’ (2025)
Paramount Pictures

Akiva Schaffer’s legacy sequel brings Liam Neeson in as Frank Drebin Jr., teaming him with Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, and Danny Huston. The movie revives the Police Squad–style anything-goes spoof formula with sight gags, wordplay, and slapstick set pieces. After its theatrical run, it landed on Paramount+, where it quickly surged in popularity. It’s currently highlighted as the service’s most-watched movie of the week.

‘Fight or Flight’ (2025)

‘Fight or Flight’ (2025)
The Royal Budapest Film Company

Josh Hartnett stars as a mercenary guarding a high-value target aboard a commercial flight, with Charithra Chandran and Katee Sackhoff in key roles. The feature directorial debut of James Madigan leans into close-quarters brawls, mid-air maneuvers, and escalating cabin-level threats. Following its theatrical window, it became available on Paramount+ with a brisk, under-two-hour runtime. The title has been trending among platform viewers this week.

‘Vicious’ (2025)

‘Vicious’ (2025)
Paramount Pictures

Writer-director Bryan Bertino’s horror thriller follows a woman who receives a mysterious package and must obey unsettling instructions to survive the night. The story emphasizes isolation, psychological dread, and reality-warping imagery. Dakota Fanning leads the cast, with Kathryn Hunter and Mary McCormack supporting. After schedule shifts, it premiered directly on Paramount+ and digital platforms in October.

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)
Paramount Pictures

Tom Cruise returns as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell to train a fresh class of elite aviators for a high-risk mission. The film is noted for practical aerial photography, high-G flight sequences, and a focus on mentorship and team dynamics. Miles Teller, Glen Powell, and Monica Barbaro join the ensemble under Joseph Kosinski’s direction. It remains a go-to showcase title on Paramount+ for action-heavy home setups.

‘Rocketman’ (2019)

‘Rocketman’ (2019)
Paramount Pictures

This biographical musical chronicles Elton John’s early years, his partnership with Bernie Taupin, and his rise to global stardom, set to signature songs. Taron Egerton leads the cast, joined by Jamie Bell, Richard Madden, and Bryce Dallas Howard. Directed by Dexter Fletcher from a screenplay by Lee Hall, the film blends concert spectacle with character portrait. It arrives on Paramount+ on Friday, November 21.

‘Wakefield’ (2017)

‘Wakefield’ (2017)
Mockingbird Pictures

Writer-director Robin Swicord adapts E. L. Doctorow’s short story about a New York attorney who secretly withdraws to an attic space to observe his family and reassess his life. Bryan Cranston stars opposite Jennifer Garner, with Jason O’Mara and Beverly D’Angelo in supporting roles. The character study unfolds as a contained, voyeuristic psychological drama. It arrives on Paramount+ on Friday, November 21.

‘American Made’ (2017)

‘American Made’ (2017)
Universal Pictures

Tom Cruise plays Barry Seal, a TWA pilot recruited by the CIA who drifts into smuggling during covert operations in Central America. Doug Liman directs a fast-cut caper that blends biographical crime drama with swaggering aviation sequences. Domhnall Gleeson and Sarah Wright co-star as Seal’s handler and wife, anchoring the escalating stakes. The movie is currently a popular pick among Paramount+ viewers.

‘21 Jump Street’ (2012)

‘21 Jump Street’ (2012)
Columbia Pictures

Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill headline this undercover-cop comedy about two rookies infiltrating a high-school drug ring. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller balance buddy-cop action with meta-aware humor, supported by Brie Larson, Ice Cube, and Dave Franco. The plot riffs on the original series while updating the chaos for modern campus life. It’s one of the service’s frequently watched catalog comedies right now.

‘Grown Ups’ (2010)

‘Grown Ups’ (2010)
Columbia Pictures

Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider reunite as childhood friends brought together by their coach’s passing. The comedy centers on lake-house hijinks, family antics, and the chemistry of long-time collaborators. Maya Rudolph, Salma Hayek, and Maria Bello round out the ensemble for a broader family angle. It continues to draw rewatchers on Paramount+.

‘Shooter’ (2007)

‘Shooter’ (2007)
Paramount Pictures

Mark Wahlberg plays a retired Marine sniper framed for an assassination who must unravel the conspiracy behind it. Based on Stephen Hunter’s novel, the film features tactical set pieces, long-range ballistics problem-solving, and steady investigative reveals. Michael Peña, Kate Mara, and Danny Glover add political and personal stakes to the man-on-the-run structure. It’s a straightforward action thriller that remains a staple in the platform’s lineup.

Have a favorite from this list—or something we missed—tell us what you’re watching on Paramount+ in the comments!

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