‘Joy to the World’ Is Hulu’s Most-Watched Movie of the Week

Hulu’s movie section is busy right now, mixing brand-new premieres with nostalgia picks and high-stakes thrillers that people keep pressing play on. From fresh holiday releases to comfort-watch romances and dusty Western showdowns, the lineup offers something that fits just about any mood. Here’s a quick guide to what each of this week’s most-watched titles is about, who’s in it, and why it’s showing up all over Hulu queues.

10. ‘Anyone But You’ (2023)

‘Anyone But You’ is a modern romantic comedy in which Bea and Ben, whose disastrous first date left them determined to avoid each other, end up at the same destination wedding and agree to fake a relationship for mutual benefit. Directed by Will Gluck, the film stars Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, with a supporting cast that includes Alexandra Shipp, GaTa, Hadley Robinson, Michelle Hurd, Dermot Mulroney, Darren Barnet, Bryan Brown, and Rachel Griffiths. Loosely inspired by Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’, it uses the enemies-to-lovers setup to spin a story involving meddling families, jealous exes, and carefully staged romantic “performances.” After a strong theatrical run and notable word-of-mouth, ‘Anyone But You’ moved to streaming and can now be watched on Hulu and within the Hulu hub on Disney+, where it has quickly become one of the service’s most-played romance titles.

9. ’40 Acres’ (2024)

’40 Acres’ is a Canadian post-apocalyptic thriller centered on a family descended from Black farmers who settled in rural Canada generations earlier and are now fighting to survive after plagues and wars have devastated the wider world. Written and directed by R. T. Thorne, the film stars Danielle Deadwyler as Hailey Freeman, a former soldier who runs the family farm like a fortified outpost, alongside Michael Greyeyes and Kataem O’Connor as other key members of the household. The story explores land, ancestry, and survival as Hailey’s children challenge her strict rules just as new external threats begin to appear. After premiering on the festival circuit, ’40 Acres’ rolled out to theaters and digital platforms and is now available to stream on Hulu and Disney-affiliated services, where it has been highlighted as a standout genre title.

8. ‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ (2010)

In ‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’, Bella faces increasing danger as a string of mysterious killings in nearby Seattle signals the rise of a newborn vampire army. Directed by David Slade, the film balances its larger-scale action with the ongoing romantic dilemma between Bella, Edward, and Jacob, as well as the fragile truce between vampires and werewolves. The cast again includes Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner, with Bryce Dallas Howard and Dakota Fanning among the supporting players. Hulu carries this third entry along with the rest of the saga, so viewers can follow the narrative straight through from ‘New Moon’ into this more battle-driven episode.

7. ‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ (2009)

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ continues Bella Swan’s story as she copes with Edward Cullen abruptly leaving Forks and finds comfort in her deepening friendship with Jacob Black. Directed by Chris Weitz, this installment expands the world of the series by focusing on the Quileute wolf pack and introducing new supernatural factions, while shifting the emotional focus toward Bella’s grief and recovery. The film features returning stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner, along with an expanded ensemble of vampires and shapeshifters. On Hulu, it sits alongside the rest of ‘The Twilight Saga’, allowing viewers to move straight from the first movie into this more expansive chapter of the story.

6. ‘Last Seen Alive’ (2022)

‘Last Seen Alive’ is an action thriller in which a man’s estranged wife vanishes during a routine stop at a gas station, pushing him into a frantic, off-the-books search that uncovers criminal activity and corruption. Directed by Brian Goodman, the film stars Gerard Butler as Will Spann, with Jaimie Alexander and Russell Hornsby in key supporting roles. The story tracks Will’s increasingly desperate attempts to follow sparse leads and confront dangerous figures while law enforcement grows suspicious of his own behavior. After becoming a surprise hit on another streaming platform, the movie later joined Hulu’s lineup, where subscribers can stream it as part of the regular movie library.

5. ‘A Knight’s Tale’ (2001)

‘A Knight’s Tale’ is a medieval adventure-comedy about William Thatcher, a peasant squire who takes on a false identity as a knight to compete in jousting tournaments across Europe. Written and directed by Brian Helgeland, it stars Heath Ledger alongside Mark Addy, Rufus Sewell, Paul Bettany, and Shannyn Sossamon, blending period armor and heraldry with an irreverent tone and contemporary sensibility. The movie follows William’s efforts to “change his stars,” win both tournaments and the heart of a noblewoman, and outwit an arrogant rival knight. It’s available to stream on Hulu, where it appears in the service’s movie catalog as a family-friendly mix of action, romance, and comedy.

4. ‘Twilight’ (2008)

‘Twilight’ adapts the first novel in Stephenie Meyer’s saga, introducing Bella Swan, who moves to the rainy town of Forks and falls for her mysterious classmate Edward Cullen, eventually discovering he is a vampire. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke and starring Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, the film mixes high-school drama with supernatural romance and introduces the Cullen family, the Quileute reservation, and the series’ central human-vampire conflict. Its success at the box office sparked one of the most influential teen franchises of the century, complete with a fervent global fanbase. All five films in ‘The Twilight Saga’ are currently available on Hulu, making this installment the starting point for a full marathon on the platform.

3. ‘The Unholy Trinity’ (2024)

‘The Unholy Trinity’ is a Western action film set in the rough frontier town of Trinity, where a young man travels to avenge his father’s wrongful execution. Directed by Richard Gray, it stars Pierce Brosnan as the town’s sheriff, Samuel L. Jackson as the enigmatic St. Christopher, and Brandon Lessard as Henry, the son caught between powerful forces in his search for the truth. The story unfolds against an 1870s Montana backdrop filled with buried secrets, shifting alliances, and escalating violence. After a theatrical run, the movie became available to stream on Hulu, where it has recently been sitting near the top of the service’s movie chart.

2. ‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ (2025)

This new version of ‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ is a Hulu-distributed remake of the early-90s psychological thriller, reimagined for modern anxieties. Directed by Michelle Garza Cervera, it follows Polly, a seemingly ideal nanny who insinuates herself into the life of attorney Caitlin Morales and her family, gradually turning from helper to threat as she manipulates their trust and mental stability. The cast includes Maika Monroe, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Raúl Castillo, and Martin Starr. Produced by 20th Century Studios and Radar Pictures, the film went straight to streaming on Hulu in the United States and on Disney+ internationally under the Hulu hub. It blends domestic suspense, questions of privilege, and intimate character drama while nodding back to the original storyline.

1. ‘Joy to the World’ (2025)

‘Joy to the World’ is a Hulu holiday romance about Joy Edwards, a lifestyle guru whose perfectly curated public image starts to crumble when a live Christmas Eve special suddenly demands that her supposedly ideal family appear on camera. To keep the illusion alive, she recruits friends and neighbors to pose as relatives, including her best friend, who still secretly has feelings for her. The film stars Emmanuelle Chriqui, Chad Michael Murray, and Ayesha Curry, and is directed by Jerry Ciccoritti. It premiered on Hulu and the Hulu hub on Disney+ as a seasonal original, emphasizing themes of authenticity, image, and second-chance love.

Share which of these Hulu favorites you’ve queued up this week in the comments and what you’re planning to watch next.