‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ Is Hulu’s Most-Watched Movie of the Week

Hulu’s film shelf is having a little bit of everything right now—’90s suspense, a streak of vampire romance, family-friendly animation, a buzzy rom-com, and a rugged new Western. Below, we’ve rounded up what viewers are flocking to this week, counting down from 10 to 1 exactly as they appear in Hulu’s trending lineup. Each entry includes quick, useful details so you can pick your next watch in seconds.

10. ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1’ (2011)

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1’ sets the stage for the finale with a long-anticipated wedding, an unconventional honeymoon, and a pregnancy with serious consequences. Also directed by Bill Condon, this installment shifts the tone toward body-horror elements and inter-pack conflict. It explores supernatural rules and treaties as tensions flare between vampires and werewolves. The film ends on a pivotal transformation that sets up the saga’s last act.

9. ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2’ (2012)

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2’ concludes the franchise with a confrontation that draws in allies from around the world. Bill Condon directs the finale, which caps character arcs while showcasing new abilities and coven dynamics. The plot centers on protecting a child whose existence alarms the Volturi, prompting diplomacy, training, and a high-tension standoff. The closing scenes provide epilogues that nod to the saga’s beginnings.

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

‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ pits the Cullen clan and the Quileute wolf pack against a newborn-vampire army while Bella weighs life-altering choices. David Slade directs this more action-driven chapter, which introduces strategic alliances and raises the stakes for everyone in Forks. The movie deepens series mythology with backstories for key characters like Jasper and Rosalie. It also brings the central triangle to a more decisive inflection point ahead of the finale.

7. ‘Last Seen Alive’ (2022)

In ‘Last Seen Alive,’ a man’s estranged wife vanishes at a rural gas station, kicking off a frantic search that spirals into criminal underworld territory. The thriller stars Gerard Butler and Jaimie Alexander and is directed by Brian Goodman. Leaning on tight timeframes and small-town leads, it unfolds as a race against the clock with few people to trust. The film keeps the focus on ground-level chase mechanics rather than high-tech sleuthing.

6. ‘Anyone But You’ (2023)

‘Anyone But You’ is a contemporary enemies-to-lovers rom-com starring Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell as ex-sparks who fake a relationship at an Australian destination wedding. Directed by Will Gluck, the movie leans into sun-splashed locations, quick banter, and screwball setups. Its theatrical run turned it into a sleeper hit and revived big-screen romantic comedy chatter. Expect modern dating misdirection, bold chemistry, and a playlist that fuels the film’s playful tone.

5. ‘Hotel Transylvania’ (2012)

‘Hotel Transylvania’ is a kid-friendly monster comedy set in Dracula’s lavish resort, where creatures vacation far from human eyes. Directed by Genndy Tartakovsky, the animated hit features voice performances by Adam Sandler, Selena Gomez, and Andy Samberg. The story revolves around an overprotective dad, his daughter Mavis, and a human interloper who upends the hotel’s no-human rule. Its success spawned multiple sequels and cemented the hotel as a go-to spooky-season staple.

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

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ expands the world beyond Forks as Bella grapples with loss, risk, and the introduction of the Volturi in Italy. Chris Weitz steps in to direct, bringing a globetrotting scope and deeper lore about vampire covens. Lautner’s Jacob becomes a focal point as the Quileute werewolves emerge and the central triangle takes shape. The movie’s soundtrack and cliff-hanger beats kept the franchise’s momentum surging.

3. ‘Twilight’ (2008)

‘Twilight’ launches the saga of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, a human-vampire romance that reshaped YA pop culture in the late 2000s. Catherine Hardwicke directs, with Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson leading a cast that also includes Taylor Lautner as Jacob Black. Adapted from Stephenie Meyer’s bestselling novel, the film mixes Pacific Northwest atmospherics with supernatural high-school drama. Its success kicked off a five-film franchise that rolled out annually through the early 2010s.

2. ‘The Unholy Trinity’ (2024)

Set in 1870s Montana, ‘The Unholy Trinity’ centers on a young man seeking justice for his father’s wrongful execution, drawing him into the dangerous politics of a frontier town. The Western is directed by Richard Gray and features Pierce Brosnan as a lawman and Samuel L. Jackson as a mysterious outlaw, alongside Brandon Lessard. The movie premiered on the festival circuit before landing a U.S. release, and it’s currently streaming for subscribers. If you’re in the mood for six-shooter showdowns and dusty small-town secrets, this one fits the bill.

1. ‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ (1992)

‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ follows a nanny who insinuates herself into a suburban family after a medical scandal, turning maternal trust into a psychological battleground. Directed by Curtis Hanson, the thriller stars Rebecca De Mornay and Annabella Sciorra, with memorable supporting turns from Julianne Moore and Ernie Hudson. The film became a box-office hit in the early ’90s and helped codify the “from-within home invasion” subgenre. Expect a tense, slow-burn setup that escalates into a sharp, domestic cat-and-mouse story.

Tell us which of these you watched this week—and what you’re lining up next—in the comments!