Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘Personal Shopper’

Paramount+ just stacked the library with fresh arrivals and a few modern essentials, so there is plenty to queue up for a movie night. The mix includes recent thrillers, careful character studies, and cornerstone dramas from celebrated filmmakers, all pulled directly from this week’s lineups.

Below you will find ten movie picks with quick notes on what each one is about and who made it. If you prefer to stay current, start with the newest titles, then keep going into the mid 2010s gems and the classics that still land with real impact.

‘The Friend’ (2025)

‘The Friend’ follows Iris, a New York writer who inherits her late mentor’s Great Dane and has to figure out life, loss, and housing rules while caring for the dog. Naomi Watts leads the cast with Bill Murray playing the mentor whose death sets everything in motion.

Written and directed by Scott McGehee and David Siegel and adapted from the novel by Sigrid Nunez, ‘The Friend’ focuses on literary circles, personal grief, and unexpected companionship as it moves through Manhattan apartments and publishing world hangouts.

‘The Night Clerk’ (2020)

‘The Night Clerk’ centers on Bart, a socially withdrawn hotel clerk who becomes the prime suspect after he witnesses a violent incident during his shift. Tye Sheridan stars as Bart, with Ana de Armas and John Leguizamo among the key supporting players.

Written and directed by Michael Cristofer, ‘The Night Clerk’ was filmed in Utah and uses the hotel’s security feeds and room layouts to frame its mystery as investigators begin to close in on what Bart saw.

‘Spell’ (2020)

‘Spell’ follows Marquis, a man who crashes in rural Appalachia and wakes up in an attic under the care of a woman who practices dark folk magic. Omari Hardwick plays Marquis and Loretta Devine plays the healer whose rituals grow more menacing as he tries to escape.

Directed by Mark Tonderai and released under the Paramount Players banner, ‘Spell’ blends hoodoo elements with a contained survival setup and builds its suspense through ritual details and practical effects.

‘Body Cam’ (2020)

‘Body Cam’ tracks officer Renee as she investigates a colleague’s death and uncovers disturbing footage that points to a force no one in the department can explain. Mary J. Blige leads the film with Nat Wolff and David Zayas in pivotal roles tied to the case.

Directed by Malik Vitthal and shot in and around New Orleans, ‘Body Cam’ combines police procedural beats with supernatural horror, using patrol car views and body camera perspectives to shape the investigation.

‘Arrival’ (2016)

‘Arrival’ follows linguist Louise Banks after mysterious alien vessels appear around the world and she is asked to find a way to communicate with the visitors. Amy Adams stars as Louise, with Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker supporting as the team pushes for answers.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve and based on a short story by Ted Chiang, ‘Arrival’ was filmed in Montreal and focuses on language, time, and high pressure collaboration inside a military research site.

‘Personal Shopper’ (2016)

‘Personal Shopper’ tells the story of Maureen, an American in Paris who sources couture for a celebrity client while trying to make contact with her twin brother’s spirit. Kristen Stewart headlines the film with Lars Eidinger, Sigrid Bouaziz, and Anders Danielsen Lie in key roles.

Written and directed by Olivier Assayas, ‘Personal Shopper’ features cinematography by Yorick Le Saux and editing by Marion Monnier and uses boutiques, empty apartments, and late night streets to trace Maureen’s search.

‘Approaching the Unknown’ (2016)

‘Approaching the Unknown’ follows astronaut William Stanaforth on a solo mission to Mars that tests his training, his equipment, and his resolve. Mark Strong plays Stanaforth, with Luke Wilson appearing as a ground based voice and presence as the journey stretches on.

Written and directed by Mark Elijah Rosenberg and filmed in New York, ‘Approaching the Unknown’ relies on minimalist sets and mission logs to explore isolation and problem solving in deep space.

‘Road to Perdition’ (2002)

‘Road to Perdition’ focuses on mob enforcer Michael Sullivan and his young son after a betrayal forces them onto the road to confront the men responsible. Tom Hanks leads the cast with Paul Newman, Jude Law, and Daniel Craig in significant roles.

Directed by Sam Mendes and adapted from the graphic novel by Max Allan Collins and Richard Piers Rayner, ‘Road to Perdition’ was filmed around Chicago and features cinematography by Conrad L. Hall that evokes the era’s look and atmosphere.

‘The Wedding Banquet’ (1993)

‘The Wedding Banquet’ follows Wai Tung, a Taiwanese immigrant in New York who arranges a marriage of convenience to appease his visiting parents, only to watch the plan grow into a full scale celebration with complicated fallout. Winston Chao, May Chin, Mitchell Lichtenstein, Gua Ah leh, and Sihung Lung make up the core ensemble.

Directed by Ang Lee and co written with Neil Peng and James Schamus, ‘The Wedding Banquet’ was produced with Good Machine and Taiwanese partners and balances Mandarin and English dialogue across New York locations.

‘Witness’ (1985)

‘Witness’ tells the story of John Book, a Philadelphia detective who hides in an Amish community to protect a young boy who saw a murder. Harrison Ford stars with Kelly McGillis and Lukas Haas as the case threatens to expose their safe haven.

Directed by Peter Weir and shot in Pennsylvania’s Amish country, ‘Witness’ contrasts urban procedure with rural routines and uses on location farm work and community settings to ground its thriller plot.

Tell us what you are streaming on Paramount+ this weekend and share your own picks in the comments.