‘Vicious’ Is Paramount+’s Most-Watched Movie of the Week: Here Is the Rest of the Top 10
If your watchlist is bursting, you’re not alone—Paramount+ has had a busy stretch, with buzzy new arrivals and evergreen favorites all piling into the Top 10. From a brand-new reboot to classic buddy-cop sci-fi and a couple of high-octane crowd-pleasers, there’s a little something here for every mood.
Below is this week’s countdown of what everyone’s streaming right now. For each pick, you’ll find quick, useful details on who made it, who’s in it, and what it’s about—so you can hit play with confidence.
10. ‘Men in Black II’ (2002)

Barry Sonnenfeld returns to direct ‘Men in Black II’, starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones, with Lara Flynn Boyle, Johnny Knoxville, Rosario Dawson, Tony Shalhoub, and Rip Torn. The screenplay is by Robert Gordon and Barry Fanaro from Gordon’s story.
The sequel continues the franchise’s blend of sci-fi and comedy under producers Walter F. Parkes and Laurie MacDonald, with Danny Elfman again composing the score and Columbia Pictures handling distribution.
9. ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Directed by Joseph Kosinski, ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ brings back Tom Cruise as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell and introduces Miles Teller as Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw, alongside Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Ed Harris, and Val Kilmer.
The screenplay is by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher McQuarrie from a story by Peter Craig and Justin Marks, with Jerry Bruckheimer and Cruise among the producers. Claudio Miranda served as cinematographer and Harold Faltermeyer, Lady Gaga, and Hans Zimmer contributed to the score.
8. ‘Smile’ (2022)

Written and directed by Parker Finn, ‘Smile’ follows therapist Rose Cotter as she confronts a chain-reaction curse after witnessing a patient’s death. The cast includes Sosie Bacon, Jessie T. Usher, Kyle Gallner, Kal Penn, and Rob Morgan.
Produced by Temple Hill and Paramount Players, the film marked Finn’s feature debut and became a breakout horror hit for Paramount, with cinematography by Charlie Sarroff and music by Cristobal Tapia de Veer.
7. ‘The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!’ (1988)

Directed by David Zucker and produced by Robert K. Weiss, the original ‘The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!’ features Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Frank Drebin, with Priscilla Presley, George Kennedy, O.J. Simpson, and Ricardo Montalbán. The writing team includes Jerry Zucker, Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Pat Proft.
Released by Paramount Pictures, the 85-minute comedy became a franchise starter and remains a foundational entry in the modern spoof canon, with music by Ira Newborn and editing by Michael Jablow.
6. ‘Men in Black’ (1997)

Barry Sonnenfeld directs ‘Men in Black’, written by Ed Solomon and based on Lowell Cunningham’s comic series. The film stars Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith as Agents K and J, with Linda Fiorentino, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Rip Torn in key roles.
Produced by Walter F. Parkes and Laurie MacDonald with music by Danny Elfman, the sci-fi comedy launched a long-running franchise for Columbia Pictures and Amblin Entertainment.
5. ‘Step Brothers’ (2008)

Directed by Adam McKay, ‘Step Brothers’ teams Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly as Brennan and Dale—two adults forced to live together when their single parents marry. The film co-stars Richard Jenkins, Mary Steenburgen, Adam Scott, and Kathryn Hahn.
The screenplay is by Will Ferrell and Adam McKay from a story by Ferrell, McKay, and John C. Reilly, with Jimmy Miller and Judd Apatow producing; Jon Brion composed the score and Oliver Wood handled cinematography.
4. ‘Fight or Flight’ (2025)

Directed by James Madigan in his feature debut, ‘Fight or Flight’ follows a mercenary tasked with identifying and protecting a high-value target known as “The Ghost” aboard a commercial flight. Josh Hartnett leads the cast alongside Charithra Chandran, Katee Sackhoff, Marko Zaror, and Julian Kostov.
The screenplay is by Brooks McLaren and D.J. Cotrona, with producing credits including Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee; the film runs about 97 minutes. It has been promoted as a high-concept action-comedy and is now streaming on Paramount+.
3. ‘Ozzy: No Escape from Now’ (2025)

This feature documentary, directed by Tania Alexander, chronicles the final years of Ozzy Osbourne’s life, including his health struggles after surgery and living with Parkinson’s, with extensive participation from Sharon, Jack, Kelly, and Aimee Osbourne. It debuted October 7 on Paramount+.
Spanning 2021–2025, the film features collaborators like Tony Iommi and traces Ozzy’s determination to perform again, culminating in late-career appearances. Paramount+ confirmed the premiere in a press announcement.
2. ‘The Naked Gun’ (2025)

Akiva Schaffer directs this new entry in the spoof franchise, co-writing with Dan Gregor and Doug Mand. ‘The Naked Gun’ stars Liam Neeson as Lt. Frank Drebin Jr., with Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, and Danny Huston rounding out the cast.
Backed by Fuzzy Door and distributed by Paramount Pictures, the film runs 85 minutes and continues the series’ legacy as a follow-up to ‘Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult’. Music is by Lorne Balfe and cinematography by Brandon Trost.
1. ‘Vicious’ (2025)

Written and directed by Bryan Bertino, ‘Vicious’ centers on Polly, who receives a mysterious box and must follow unnerving instructions through the night to survive. The film stars Dakota Fanning with Kathryn Hunter and more in supporting roles, and it premiered on Paramount+ after a festival bow.
Bertino’s horror arrives as a Paramount+ Original, clocking in at 98 minutes, and was developed through Atlas Independent. Coverage highlights its late-night premise and emphasizes its sound-design-heavy approach.
Tell us which of these you watched this week—and which one you’re cueing up next—in the comments!


