‘The Naked Gun’ Is Paramount+’s Most-Watched Movie This Week

From fresh premieres to comfort-watch comedies, Paramount+ viewers have been flocking to a mix of new releases and fan-favorite hits. Below, you’ll find quick primers on each title—what they’re about, who’s in them, and any notable context—so you can pick your next watch without scrolling forever.

‘Fight or Flight’ (2025)

Josh Hartnett stars in this airborne action-comedy as a mercenary tasked with protecting a high-value target on a commercial flight; Charithra Chandran and Katee Sackhoff co-star. The feature directorial debut of James Madigan focuses on close-quarters fights, mid-air maneuvers, and escalating cabin-level threats. Following its theatrical window, the movie landed on Paramount+ with an easily accessible, sub-two-hour runtime. Its arrival on the service quickly pushed it into the platform’s daily Top 10 lists.

’21 Jump Street’ (2012)

Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill headline this undercover high-school comedy, where two rookie cops infiltrate a student drug ring. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller layer sharp gags on top of buddy-cop action, with Brie Larson, Ice Cube, and Dave Franco in key roles. The film balances nostalgic nods to the original series with fast, meta-aware humor. Its classroom chaos and undercover mishaps make it a frequent crowd-pleaser for group rewatches.

‘Shooter’ (2007)

Mark Wahlberg plays a retired Marine sniper framed for an assassination and forced to uncover the conspiracy behind it. Based on Stephen Hunter’s novel, the film features tactical set pieces, long-range ballistics problem-solving, and a steady drip of investigative reveals. Michael Peña, Kate Mara, and Danny Glover co-star, adding political and personal stakes to the man-on-the-run structure. It’s a straight-ahead action thriller with procedurals and payback front and center.

‘Vicious’ (2025)

Writer-director Bryan Bertino’s horror film stars Dakota Fanning as a woman who receives a mysterious package and must follow unsettling instructions to survive the night. The movie leans into isolation, psychological dread, and reality-warping imagery, with Kathryn Hunter and Mary McCormack in supporting roles. After schedule shifts, it premiered directly on Paramount+ and digital platforms in October, bringing Bertino’s latest straight to streamers. The platform rollout helped it find an audience among Halloween-season thrill-seekers.

‘Grown Ups’ (2010)

Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, and Rob Schneider play childhood friends reuniting after their coach’s passing. The comedy centers on family hijinks, lake-house slapstick, and group chemistry among the long-time collaborators. Maya Rudolph, Salma Hayek, and Maria Bello round out the ensemble, giving the vacation misadventures a broader family angle. It’s built around sketch-style set pieces and low-stakes summer antics.

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Tom Cruise returns as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, brought back to train a new class of elite aviators for a near-impossible mission. The film emphasizes practical aerial photography and high-G flight sequences, with Miles Teller, Glen Powell, and Monica Barbaro among the new cohort. Director Joseph Kosinski keeps the focus on mentorship, team dynamics, and legacy. It’s also a go-to showcase title for home setups thanks to its action-heavy sound and visuals.

‘American Made’ (2017)

Tom Cruise stars as Barry Seal, a TWA pilot who gets recruited by the CIA and drifts into drug-running during covert operations in Central America. Doug Liman’s film mixes biographical crime drama with swaggering, fast-cut aviation sequences. Domhnall Gleeson and Sarah Wright co-star, helping anchor the true-story caper as the stakes escalate. Expect quick pacing, smuggling montages, and sharp, sardonic narration.

‘Fatman’ (2020)

Mel Gibson plays a grizzled Santa who becomes the target of a vengeful hitman hired by a furious rich kid. The film blends holiday myth with dark action-thriller beats, pairing wintry small-town settings with shootouts and deadpan humor. Walton Goggins co-stars as the contract killer, pushing the cat-and-mouse setup into pulpy territory. It’s a high-concept genre mash-up that leans into offbeat seasonal chaos.

‘Step Brothers’ (2008)

The endlessly quotable Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly comedy follows two grown men forced to live together when their single parents marry. Adam McKay directs, stacking the film with improv-driven bits and a deep bench of comedic supporting players. The plot tracks the rivals-turned-buddies as they stumble through job interviews, sibling schemes, and a wildly chaotic family dynamic. It’s a staple for fans of broad, character-based humor and reunion-friendly rewatches.

‘The Naked Gun’ (2025)

Akiva Schaffer directs this legacy sequel, with Liam Neeson stepping in as Frank Drebin Jr. alongside Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, and Danny Huston. The story revives Police Squad’s anything-goes spoof formula with sight gags and slapstick set pieces. After a successful theatrical run, the film began streaming on Paramount+ in late September, expanding its audience to at-home viewers. Neeson’s pivot to full-tilt comedy and the reboot’s franchise ties helped fuel its current buzz on the service.

Tell us which of these you watched—and what you’re cueing up next—down in the comments.