5 Top New Movies to Stream This Week on Netflix, Max, Disney Plus & More (December 17-23)

On December 18, 2024By Littum

It’s the week before Christmas, and the top streaming services are celebrating with some of the last new movie releases of 2024. Netflix, Max, and Disney Plus are each adding something new for you to watch over the Christmas period.

You won’t want to miss the Max debut of “Juror No. 2” this week. This legal thriller is the latest (and reportedly last) film from Clint Eastwood and follows a young man struggling with one hell of an ethical dilemma. It is a hugely entertaining film and earned a place on the list of favorite films of the year. Other notable new additions include the war drama “The Six Triple Eight” on Netflix and the horror thriller “Cuckoo” finally making its way to Hulu.

If you’re looking for something new to watch this week, I’ve rounded up the best new movies coming across streaming services below. Also, be sure to check out our list of the best new TV shows this week.

‘Blink’ (Disney Plus)

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“Blink” is an inspiring, uplifting documentary about the Pelletier family. Edith Lemay and Sébastien Pelletier are two loving parents who face a nightmare situation when three of their four children are diagnosed with a rare and incurable condition called retinitis pigmentosa, which causes severe vision loss. With their children set to lose their sight due to the genetic disorder, they embark on a globetrotting journey to experience the beauty of the world.

As they visit breathtaking destinations and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime adventures together, the family’s strength, resilience and curiosity are at full strength. But most importantly, the Pelletier family is proving that no matter what comes down the road, it won’t destroy the gift they have today. “Blink” has been a hit with critics, scoring a strong 87% score on it Rotten tomatoes and has been praised for turning “the travelogue format into a moving testament to family.”

Stream it on Disney Plus from 20 December

‘Cuckoo’ (Hulu)

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“Cuckoo” appears to have all the ingredients required to become a cult classic, and after a limited theatrical run and a stint on PVOD, it’s now set to arrive on Hulu, which could give the horror thriller its biggest popularity boost yet. Directed by Tilman Singer and starring Hunter Schafer, “Cuckoo” is about a 17-year-old American named Gretchen, who moves abroad to live with her distant father in the German Alps when her mother dies.

Feeling uneasy in these strange surroundings, Gretchen begins to have frightening visions and hear strange sounds. All of this leads to the revelation of a shocking family secret that shatters Gretchen’s entire world. Also starring Dan Stevens and Jessica Henwick, “Cuckoo” is an inventive thrill ride anchored by strong performances from Schafer and Stevens and a highly creative twist.

Stream it on Hulu from 20 December

‘Little Things Like These’ (PVOD)

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“Little Things Like These” represents a very different type of Christmas movie. While most efforts in the genre are loud and colorful, this Irish drama is an understated affair with a sober tone and a slower pace. Its grim subject matter makes for an occasionally challenging watch, but don’t let that deter you from streaming it over the holidays. Cillian Murphy’s towering lead performance is reason enough to watch, and by the end you’ll discover a newfound sense of hope that feels appropriately seasonal.

Set in 1985, Cillian Murphy plays Bill Furlong, a hard-working coal merchant and family man with a troubled childhood. In the run-up to Christmas, Bill discovers a teenage girl locked in the coal shed of a local monastery while he finishes his deliveries. This leads to disturbing secrets coming to light as the Catholic Church’s grip on the town is exposed and Bill faces the prospect of being ostracized by society for standing up for what is right.

Buy or rent on Amazon from 17 December

‘Jury member no. 2’ (max.)

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“Juror No. 2” is one of my favorite movies of 2024, and it’s set to hit Max this week, so you really have no excuse to skip this legal thriller that’s been billed as Clint Eastwood’s last movie. If it is true that the cinema legend is leaving the silver screen with this film, what a way to write off a truly remarkable career. Among the most entertaining films of the year, “Juror No. 2” will keep you guessing until the very end, then debate the ethical dilemma at the heart of the film for hours after the credits roll.

Justin Kemp (Nicholas Hoult) is a recovering alcoholic and expectant father called to jury duty for a high-profile murder case. Being away from his heavily pregnant wife is bad enough, but when the trial begins, Justin is horrified to realize that he is actually (unintentionally) responsible for the crime instead of the man currently on trial. Also starring Toni Collette, JK Simmons and Kiefer Sutherland, “Juror No. 2” is a must-see legal thriller.

Stream it on Max from 20 December

‘The Six Triple Eight’ (Netflix)

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Netflix looks to finish its year strong with “The Six Triple Eight,” a new World War II drama from Tyler Perry that the streamer will hope gets a warmer reception than the director’s crime thriller “Mea Culpa,” which premiered with an abysmal 18% on Rotten tomatoes back in February. Fortunately, this war movie has already received several positive reviews. Although it is unlikely to be a prize player, which perhaps represents a disappointment.

Combining an ensemble cast including Kerry Washington, Ebony Obsidian, Dean Norris and Oprah Winfrey, “The Six Triple Eight” focuses on the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-black and all-female group tasked with addressing a three – year’s mail backlog. Facing discrimination and harsh wartime conditions, this group of heroes came together to serve their country and deliver a powerful message of hope to those on the front lines.

Stream it on Netflix from 20 December