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  • The critics were wrong. This underrated Ayo Edebiri thriller is now on HBO Max (July 18-20)

    Critics don’t always get it right. David Fincher’s Fight Club, one of the defining movies of the last 30 years, received boos at the Venice Film Festival. Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho divided the audience upon its release due to its controversial subject matter.

    While Opus does not reach the highs of those aforementioned movies, it did not deserve to flop at the theaters. The Ayo Edebiri-led thriller should find a new audience on HBO Max. While you’re there, check out these three underrated movies.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on HBO Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Opus (2025)

    God bless John Malkovich. The 71-year-old fully embraced being an egotistical and self-indulgent pop star in Opus. That’s a credit to writer-director Mark Anthony Green, who cast Malkovich in this transformational role. Wanting to stand out in a crowded media field, journalist Ariel Ecton (Edebiri) receives her big break when she’s invited to the compound of Alfred Moretti (Malkovich), a ’90s superstar coming out of retirement with a new album.

    Ariel is startled to learn that Moretti’s compound is essentially a cult — a place where the singer’s followers can worship him and his music. No one ever said cults were a good thing, and Ariel eventually discovers Moretti’s nefarious plans for the future. Malkovich has the time of his life as the eccentric musician. Embrace the weirdness, and you’ll be rewarded with a twisty thriller.

    Stream Opus on HBO Max.

    Pearl (2022)

    Mia Goth broke out as a scream queen in X, but Pearl transformed her into a star. Pearl Douglas (Goth), one of the villains in X, receives her origin story in Ti West’s prequel. Growing up on a farm, Pearl dreams of becoming a chorus girl or a movie star. However, Pearl can’t abandon her paralyzed father and strict mother.

    Pearl’s rage for her parents fuels her sociopathic tendencies, which include killing animals. When a projectionist (Superman’s David Corenswet) gives her attention, Pearl sees him as her ticket to stardom. Yet Pearl can’t escape her true nature, as her propensity for violence transfers from animals to humans.

    Stream Pearl on HBO Max.

    Batman Returns (1992)

    Superman this. Superman that. How about some love for the Caped Crusader? Admittedly, it’s an exciting time for Superman, as James Gunn’s feature film about Clark Kent appears to be a successful start to a new shared universe. But let’s not forget that Batman has the best solo movies for DC characters.

    While Batman and The Dark Knight receive most of the adulation from fans, don’t sleep on Michael Keaton’s second outing as Bruce Wayne, Batman Returns. In this sequel, Batman faces three new foes: Oswald Cobblepot (Danny DeVito), aka the Penguin; Max Shreck (Christopher Walken), a corrupt businessman; and Selina Kyle (Michelle Pfeiffer), aka Catwoman. Keaton remains as stoic as ever, but it’s Pfeiffer who steals the show.

    Stream Batman Returns on HBO Max.

  • 3 underrated movies you need to watch in July 2025

    July is for the blockbusters. By the end of the month, three of the biggest movies of the year will be in theaters. These include Jurassic World Rebirth, Superman, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Both Jurassic World and Superman are well on their way to making half a billion dollars. Early tracking suggests Fantastic Four will do the same.

    The three underrated movies below will not be box office juggernauts. Some are bypassing theaters and premiering directly on streaming. Two of the three are documentaries, including the terrific Jaws @ 50, which details the making of the seminal shark thriller. View the rest of our picks below.

    Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story (2025)

    Last month, Jaws celebrated its 50th anniversary. Steven Spielberg’s horror about a shark terrorizing a beach town remains one of the greatest and most influential blockbusters in cinematic history. The not-so-secret thing about Jaws is the troubled production that destroyed the film. After hearing some of the stories about the rough, it’s a miracle the movie made it to theaters.

    For the anniversary, director Laurent Bouzereau takes fans behind the scenes of the masterpieceand its impact on Hollywood in Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story. The documentary features interviews with those who worked on the shoot, including Spielberg, and the long line of filmmakers it inspired, including James Cameron, Steven Soderbergh, and George Lucas. Jaws @ 50 is a must-watch for anyone who loves the making of movies and the drama behind the camera.

    Stream Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story on Hulu.

    The Home (2025)

    On the list of least likely actors to headline a horror movie, Pete Davidson has to be near the top. The SNL veteran has been making audiences laugh for over a decade. However, in The Home, a psychological horror film from The Purge creator James DeMonaco, Davidson is venturing beyond his familiar territory. Davidson plays Max, a hardened twentysomething assigned to work in a retirement home to satisfy his community service requirements. Max’s job is to clean the entire home except for the forbidden fourth floor.

    After noticing strange occurrences, Max takes a risk and heads to the fourth floor. What he discovers is a sinister secret he wasn’t supposed to learn. The trailer teases supernatural elements with body horror, but the real reason to watch is to see if Davidson has the range to thrive in this genre. 

    The Home opens in theaters on July 25, 2025.

    Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 (2025)

    Remember when Facebook events meant something? In 2019, Matty Roberts had an idea: What if people stormed Area 51? Roberts jokingly created the event, “Storm Area 51, They Can’t Stop All of Us,” to “see them aliens.” Little did Roberts know that his Facebook event would attract millions of people to RSVP. Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 recounts how an Internet meme became a worldwide phenomenon.

    Despite being warned by the government, thousands of people showed up to music festivals in the area, and 150 people even made it to the gates of Area 51. The government can’t stop them all … or can they?

    Stream Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 starting July 29 on Netflix.

  • If you have to watch underrated Hulu movies July 2025, stream these ones

    An eclectic group of movies makes up Hulu’s top 15. Paul W. S. Anderson’s In the Lost Lands is toward the top. The fantasy movie based on stories by George R.R. Martin flopped at the box office, but it’s found a new audience on streaming. The same can be said for Riff Raff, the little-seen crime comedy starring Bill Murray and Pete Davidson.

    Outside of the top 15, there is a bevy of underrated movies to watch in July. One of our picks is Sunshine, a sci-fi thriller from the duo that brought you 28 Years Later. Keep reading to see all three of our recommendations. 

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on HBO Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Sunshine (2007)

    Director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland are best known for their collaborations in the 28 Days Later franchise. Yet the duo worked together on 2007’s Sunshine, a sci-fi thriller that deserves as much attention, if not more, than their zombie movies. In the year 2057, humanity is facing extinction due to the death of the sun. With Earth freezing, mankind’s last hope lies with eight astronauts — including Robert Capa (Cillian Murphy), James Mace (Chris Evans), and Cassie (Rose Byrne) — on board the Icarus II.

    The group plans to use a stellar-bomb device that could reignite the sun. Sunshine’s visuals and score are spellbinding, which pave the way for future space exploration movies like Interstellar. Misunderstood at the time, Sunshine is now regarded as somewhat of a masterpiece.

    Stream Sunshine on Hulu.

    The Way Way Back (2013)

    Fresh off winning an Oscar for their screenplay on The Descendants, Nat Faxon and Jim Rash teamed up for The Way Way Back, a delightful coming-of-age story set in a Massachusetts beach town during the summer. Duncan (Liam James), a timid teenager, is forced to spend the summer with his mother, Pam (Toni Collette), her rich boyfriend, Trent (Steve Carell), and Trent’s conceited daughter (Steph).

    Neglected by his mother and insulted by Trent, Duncan finds solace at a local water park and its kind manager, Owen (Sam Rockwell). The water park becomes Duncan’s oasis as he works through his problems with Owen, who takes the young teen under his wing. For those who have felt left out and unseen, The Way Way Back is a heartwarming reminder to be yourself.

    Stream The Way Way Back on Hulu.

    Flight of the Phoenix (2004)

    Flight of the Phoenix was made to be watched on a Sunday afternoon after a long weekend. It has enough action to keep you entertained, but if you happen to doze off for a few minutes, there’s no need to rewind because the plot points aren’t that major. I mean this as a compliment, by the way. Turn your brain off and enjoy an easy-to-digest survival drama.

    Based on the novel and the 1965 movie, Flight of the Phoenix follows two pilots — Capt. Frank Towns (Dennis Quaid) and co-pilot A.J. (Tyrese Gibson) — and their attempts to transport the crew of an oil rig out of the desert. A destructive sandstorm causes the plane to crash-land in the abandoned desert. With dwindling supplies and the threat of smugglers, the only way out is to construct a plane from scratch and fly themselves to safety. 

    Stream Flight of the Phoenix on Hulu.

  • 3 underrated HBO Max movies you should watch this weekend (July 11-13)

    Last week marked the arrival of Sinners, which is in the running for the movie event of 2025. Ryan Coogler’s vampiric horror stars Michael Jordan as twin brothers who return to their hometown to open a juke joint. The opening night transforms into a nightmare with the arrival of a supernatural creature with sinister intentions.

    Sinners is now available to stream on the newly named HBO Max. Beyond Sinners, the streamer has an abundance of underrated movies waiting to be streamed. One of our picks is The Suicide Squad, James Gunn’s first crack at a DC story. View all three selections below.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on HBO Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    The Suicide Squad (2021)

    James Gunn kicks off his new DC Universe this weekend with Superman. Had Gunn not been fired from Marvel, he probably would have never directed The Suicide Squad. Without The Suicide Squad, who knows if Warner Bros. recruits Gunn to run DC and build out a shared universe? Add it to the list of Hollywood’s sliding doors moments. The Suicide Squad is nothing like David Ayer’s Suicide Squad. Ayer’s tale is dark and nihilistic, while Gunn’s version is witty, gory, and a thrill ride.

    Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) assigns Colonel Rick Flag (Joel Kinnaman) as the leader of the Suicide Squad, a team of supervillains — including Bloodsport (Idris Elba), Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), Peacemaker (John Cena), King Shark (Sylvester Stallone), and more. Their seemingly impossible mission involves infiltrating an island and destroying a giant starfish named Starro the Conqueror. The Suicide Squad was a welcome pivot for Gunn, who infused more grim humor and exuberant violence than in the Guardians’ movies.

    Stream The Suicide Squad on HBO Max.

    Red Dawn (1984)

    Red Dawn’s cast is a who’s who of ’80s actors. Patrick Swayze, Charlie Sheen, C. Thomas Howell, Lea Thompson, and Jennifer Grey all became household names for the rest of the decade. It’s fun to see them at the beginning and middle of their respective runs to stardom. In classic Cold War propaganda, Red Dawn depicts a Soviet-led invasion of a small Colorado town.

    Brothers Jed (Patrick Swayze) and Matt Eckert (Charlie Sheen) escape to the countryside while their father, Tom (Harry Dean Stanton), is captured as a prisoner of war. To survive, the brothers lead guerrilla attacks against the Soviets, dubbing themselves the “Wolverines,” which inspires hope among the survivors. Red Dawn is surprisingly more violent than expected, and the charismatic young cast carries this effective mid-budget action pic.

    Stream Red Dawn on HBO Max.

    A Perfect Getaway (2009)

    Yes, there is some irony in the title A Perfect Getaway, but that’s for you to learn about. Newlyweds Cliff (Steve Zahn) and Cydney (Milla Jovovich) head to Hawaii for their honeymoon. While hiking to a remote beach, Cliff and Cydney meet Nick (Timothy Olyphant) and his girlfriend, Gina (Kiele Sanchez). Tensions rise when the group learns of a couple’s murder by a man and a woman.

    Is someone in the group lying about their identity? As the group heads deeper into the jungle, the truth comes out and turns this magical getaway into a battle for survival. If this is your first time watching A Perfect Getaway, the twist works perfectly. Repeat viewings weaken the twist’s effectiveness, but the thriller remains solid as a whole.

    Stream A Perfect Getaway on HBO Max.

  • Napoleon Dynamite is one of three underrated HBO Max movies to watch this weekend

    The movie event of the year is now on HBO Max in Sinners. Written and directed by Ryan Coogler, Sinners stars Michael B. Jordan as twins Smoke and Stack, two outlaws who return to their Mississippi town to run a juke joint. On opening night, the twins are visited by vampires, who plan to add the entire party to their clan.

    Sinners put up historic numbers at the box office, and now, audiences everywhere can stream it in the comfort of their own homes. Speaking of streaming, we picked three underrated movies to watch this holiday weekend. One of our picks is a cult classic from 2004.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Napoleon Dynamite (2004)

    Every millennial likely knows at least one person who has dressed like Napoleon Dynamite for Halloween. With curly hair, moon boots, and a “Vote for Pedro” T-shirt, Napoleon Dynamite has been a staple in pop culture since 2004. The cult movie stars Jon Heder as Napoleon Dynamite, an awkward teenager who can’t seem to catch a break.

    When his grandmother (Sandy Martin) gets into an accident, Napoleon’s annoying uncle Rico (Jon Gries) moves in with him and his brother Kip (Aaron Ruell). At school, Napoleon is the furthest thing from popular. When he befriends a new student (Efren Ramirez) who wants to run for class president, Napoleon finds a purpose in life as he tries to win over the school, one dance at a time.

    Stream Napoleon Dynamite on HBO Max.

    Love & Other Drugs (2010)

    Love & Other Drugs is informally known as “the one where Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway have a lot of sex.” Smooth-talking pharmaceutical salesman Jamie Randall (Gyllenhaal) can get any girl he wants. Much to his surprise, Jamie falls for Maggie Murdock (Hathaway), a woman suffering from early-onset Parkinson’s disease. After their first date, Jamie and Maggie agree to have casual sex. The arrangement works, and the duo is happy together. 

    As Jamie learns more about Parkinson’s, he worries if he will be able to take care of Maggie as her condition worsens, leading to an important decision. Beyond the sex, Love & Other Drugs is surprisingly sweet when depicting an adult relationship between two people who learn to accept each other’s so-called flaws. Plus, Hathaway and Gyllenhaal are dynamite together.

    Stream Love & Other Drugs on HBO Max.

    In Time (2011)

    In 2011, Justin Timberlake was on a heater as an actor. Timberlake made memorable turns in The Social Network, Bad Teacher, and Friends with Benefits. Now, he tried his hand at being an action star in Andrew Niccol’s In Time. The premise will hook you in immediately. In the future, time is money. Everyone wears a timer on their forearm. The more time on your watch, the wealthier you are.

    After saving Henry Hamilton (Matt Bomer) from a gang of time thieves, Will Salas (Timberlake) gains an abundance of time and becomes a rich man. Because Henry timed out and gave all his remaining hours to Will, the authorities believe Will murdered for time. Forced on the run, Will teams up with Sylvia Weis (Amanda Seyfried) to clear his name and shatter the economic hierarchy. Again, the intriguing premise carries In Time. Beyond that, there’s enough action to carry this mid-budget movie.

    Stream In Time on HBO Max.

  • 3 underrated HBO Max movies you should watch this weekend (June 27-29)

    Chicken jockey! A Minecraft Movie, the biggest domestic movie of 2025, is now available to stream on HBO Max. Jason Momoa and Jack Black lead this story about misfits looking for a way home from Overworld. If you have kids, expect them to watch this movie over and over again.

    A Minecraft Movie might wind up being HBO Max’s most popular movie this summer. Beyond Minecraft, HBO Max offers a diverse array of movies across various genres, many of which are vastly underrated. Check out all of our picks below.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Kong: Skull Island (2017)

    Most of the Kong and Godzilla movies are brainless entertainment (compliment). These movies are CGI smackdowns featuring a giant ape and a ruthless reptile wreaking havoc on the world. The science doesn’t matter, nor does the plot. 

    Kong: Skull Island is the exception. Jordan Charles Vogt-Roberts crafted a smart monster movie that perfectly balances the line between serious and ridiculous. Set in the 1970s, former Vietnam soldiers, scientists, and a photojournalist (Brie Larson) embark on an expedition to the mysterious Skull Island, searching for Hollow Earth. What they find is Kong, who will destroy anything in his path if it means protecting his home. 

    Stream Kong: Skull Island on HBO Max.

    Priscilla (2023)

    There are numerous movies about Elvis Presley, including Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis. Sofia Coppola went the opposite way and centered Elvis’ wife as the protagonist in Priscilla. With her military father stationed in West Germany, 14-year-old Priscilla Beaulieu (Cailee Spaeny) meets the 24-year-old Elvis Presley (Jacob Elordi) at a party. Despite their age difference, the two fall in love and eventually marry years later. 

    As Elvis’ popularity increases, so too do his vices, including a crippling drug addiction. Priscilla is left to deal with Elvis behind closed doors, and the two grow further apart. Told by a master of female protagonists, Coppola depicts a haunting love story with grace and compassion about a key figure in American pop culture. 

    Stream Priscilla on HBO Max.

    Surviving Ohio State (2025)

    Surviving Ohio State was made for the survivors. Ohio State University boasts one of the most elite athletic departments in college sports. However, a dark cloud hung over the program for way too long. From 1978 to 1998, Dr. Richard Strauss, a physician employed by the university, sexually abused at least 177 male students during that timeframe.

    Many of these student athletes were violated during routine appointments. The harrowing documentary will agitate viewers as they question why the university allowed a monster to prey upon these kids. More than anything, this documentary gives a voice to these brave men who came forward to tell their chilling stories. 

    Stream Surviving Ohio State on HBO Max.

  • 3 underrated movies you need to watch in June 2025

    It’s been a strong few weeks at the box office. Lilo & Stitch and Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning powered a record-breaking Memorial Day box office. While Ballerina stumbled the week after, the live-action How to Train Your Dragon got off to a fantastic start with an $84 million opening. June still has several high-profile releases coming, including 28 Years Later, Elio, and F1. 

    Many of these movies are sequels and IP-based projects, which tend to release during the summer blockbuster season. However, there are several underrated movies to watch this month. Some of these projects, like Ash, can be streamed at home. 

    When you’re done here, check out the best new movies to stream this week, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Max, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Ash (2025)

    Ash is exactly what a B-movie should be. Directed by Flying Lotus, Ash follows Riya Ortiz (Eiza González), an astronaut who wakes up in a space station on a foreign planet with no memories. As Riya explores the station, she finds several crew members have been brutally slaughtered. The key to Riya’s questions lies with Brion (Aaron Paul), a fellow astronaut who comes to the station after receiving a distress call.

    At first, Riya cannot comprehend what happened to the crew. As she experiences flashbacks, Riya starts to consider that perhaps she had something to do with her team’s demise. Ash doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it packs a punch thanks to starry visuals, gory action, and a standout performance from González.

    Stream Ash on Shudder.

    Echo Valley (2025)

    Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney star in Echo Valley, Apple TV+’s thriller ripped directly from the ’90s. Written by Mare of Easttown’s Brad Ingelsby, Echo Valley introduces Kate Garrett (Moore), a horse trainer on her farm in Pennsylvania. Kate’s life is in shambles after the loss of her wife, which affects her ability to pay the bills and keep the farm running.

    Kate’s daughter, Claire (Sydney Sweeney), mistakenly throws a heroin stash in the river, leading to an explosive confrontation with the drug dealer on the farm. A few nights later, Claire shows up covered in the blood of her boyfriend. Kate now tackles the question faced by many parents: How far are you willing to go to protect your child?

    Stream Echo Valley on Apple TV+.

    Dangerous Animals (2025)

    It’s fitting that a new shark movie comes in the same month that Jaws celebrates its 50th anniversary. While a great white shark plays the villain in Jaws, a serial killer becomes the primary antagonist in Dangerous Animals. Tucker (Jai Courtney) runs a cage diving business, recruiting tourists to swim with sharks. Yet Tucker has a dark secret — he feeds his passengers to the sharks and films their deaths.

    For his next victim, Tucker kidnaps the rebellious surfer Zephyr (Hassie Harrison) and shackles her on his boat. Zephyr won’t go down without a fight, which surprisingly excites the eccentric Tucker. Courtney lets it all go to play this flamboyant serial killer, while Harrison’s star-making performance shines in this effective summer thriller.

    Dangerous Animals is now in theaters.

  • 5 underrated movies on Netflix you need to watch in June 2025

    Tyler Perry has found a new audience on Netflix. Since signing his first-look deal with Netflix in 2023, Perry has churned out several popular movies, including The Six Triple Eight. His latest movie, Straw, has remained in the top 10 since its debut on June 6. Other notable movies featured on the homepage are Plane, Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy, and Get Hard.

    The five movies listed below will not be in the top 10 anytime soon. However, these underrated movies all have redeeming qualities to earn a spot in your queue. One of our selections recaps an infamous day in pop culture history that recently celebrated its 31st anniversary. Keep reading for more recommendations.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    London Has Fallen (2016)

    Gerard Butler has saved the world so many times in his career that we’ve lost count. Everyone knows that Butler’s characters will always prevail, and yet, the movies continue to be entertaining. After saving the President of the United States inside the White House, Butler’s Mike Banning heads across the pond for a new mission in London Has Fallen.

    Following the death of the British prime minister, Banning and the rest of the Secret Service must accompany President Benjamin Asher (Aaron Eckhart) to the funeral in London. With all of the world leaders in attendance, mercenaries hijack the city and take Asher hostage. The terrorist organization plans to execute Asher as revenge for a drone strike. Thankfully, Banning, a stand-in for a ’90s action hero, is nearby and ready to unleash hell.

    Stream London Has Fallen on Netflix.

    Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)

    Music mockumentaries are arguably the best parody movies. This is Spinal Tap was revolutionary in satirizing rock stars, while Walk Hard reshaped how audiences viewed music biopics. While not as popular as Spinal Tap and Walk Hard, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping successfully carved its place in this space as a parody of 21st-century artists.

    Conner Friel (Andy Samberg) headlines one of the biggest pop hip-hop groups in the world, The Style Boyz, with his childhood friends Lawrence Dunn (Akiva Schaffer) and Owen Bouchard (Jorma Taccone). After the band breaks up, Conner goes solo as Conner4Real, and the first album is a hit. After the second album flops, Conner must find a way to maintain relevancy. Because it’s a Lonely Island production, the songs are laugh-out-loud funny, with Finest Girl (Bin Laden Song) and Equal Rights as the standouts.

    Stream Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping on Netflix.

    Pig (2021)

    Nicolas Cage is first-team all-fearless. The gonzo actor isn’t afraid to take chances and make bold decisions in his roles. However, the Oscar winner dialed it back and offered his most subdued performance to date in Michael Sarnoski’s Pig. Rob Feld (Cage) was once a famous chef in Portland. Now, he’s a recluse who lives in the Oregon forests. Rob makes a living by hunting for truffles with his foraging pig.

    One night, unknown assailants attack Rob and steal his prized pig. Because of the bond he formed with his animal, Rob leaves the woods and heads into the city to find her. Who knew a movie revolving around a missing pig could serve as the vehicle for an emotional tale of grief, loss, and love?

    Stream Pig on Netflix.

    June 17th, 1994 (2010)

    June 17, 1994 — a day that will live in infamy. The day began as one of celebration in the sports world. The New York Rangers hosted their victory parade after winning the Stanley Cup. Arnold Palmer played his last round at the U.S. Open. The World Cup kicked off in the U.S. The Houston Rockets and New York Knicks faced off in the NBA Finals.

    All of those events would have been the top story on any other day but June 17, 1994. That was the day O.J. Simpson was charged with double homicide. Simpson proceeded to flee from the police in his white Bronco. The Simpson story made national headlines, so much so that the police chase interrupted coverage of the NBA Finals. There have been so many Simpson documentaries that cover the case. The 30 for 30 doc is uniquely told through news clips and archival footage from that fateful day. It’s a must-watch for any sports fan.

    Stream June 17th, 1994 on Netflix.

    How to Be Single (2016)

    If you have an X account, then you’ve probably seen the famous scene from How to Be Single where Dakota Johnson asks the cab driver to take her home. It’s a hilarious moment in a surprisingly charming movie. Four women — Alice (Johnson), Robin (Rebel Wilson), Meg (Leslie Mann), and Lucy (Alison Brie) — grapple with relationship problems in the Big Apple.

    Alice is newly single and doesn’t know how to act. Robin loves to party and takes Alice under her wing. Meg has second thoughts about having a baby. Lucy plans to use online dating to find her husband. All four women realize no matter how hard they try, falling in love is not a formulaic equation.

    Stream How to Be Single on Netflix.

  • 3 underrated HBO Max movies you should watch this weekend (June 20-22)

    Fans of documentaries will notice several high-profile ones on the HBO homepage. One of the latest offerings is Surviving Ohio State, an in-depth look into the Ohio State sexual abuse scandal that went unnoticed for two decades. The other docuseries involves Karen Read’s murder case, which is fresh in the news after the stunning verdict.

    Documentaries are not the only projects on HBO Max. There is an abundance of underrated movies ready to stream with the click of a button. One of those movies is Cleaner, a new action thriller about a former soldier thrust into a hostage situation. Stream Cleaner and two more movies below.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Cleaner (2025)

    Die Hard on/in a (blank) is one of the most successful action movie templates. Die Hard on a bus is Speed, Die Hard on a plane is Air Force One, and Die Hard on a ship is Under Siege. Let’s add Die Hard in a London skyscraper, Cleaner, to the canon. Daisy Ridley stars as Joey Locke, a former soldier who escaped her London household with her brother (Matthew Tuck) after years of abuse.

    Joey now works as a window cleaner at One Canada Square, the third-tallest building in the UK. On the day Michael accompanies her to work, environmental extremists, led by Marcus Blake (Clive Owen), interrupt an energy company’s gala and take the guests as hostages. Unbeknownst to Joey, Michael is stuck in the building. It’s time for the window cleaner to channel her inner John McClane and save the day.

    Stream Cleaner on Max.

    Dredd (2012)

    One of the mysteries surrounding Dredd is the involvement of writer Alex Garland. Did he take over for Pete Travis and direct the movie? After over a decade of rumors, Garland finally came clean this year to GQ, admitting to “ghost-directing” the sci-fi action film. Knowing Garland’s filmmaking style now, it’s clear the Ex Machina director stepped in and improved Dredd.

    Based on the Judge Dredd comic strip, Dredd introduces audiences to Mega City One, an overcrowded and violent metropolis on the East Coast. Nearly 20,000 crimes are reported daily. The only semblance of the law exists with the judges — cops who are judge, jury, and executioner. The most prominent judge is Dredd (Karl Urban). The famed judge and a rookie judge (Olivia Thirlby) must restore order to a 200-story high-rise apartment run by drug lord Ma-Ma (Lena Headey). With terrific special effects and gritty action, Garland might be the best sci-fi filmmaker currently in Hollywood.

    Stream Dredd on Max.

    Love Lies Bleeding (2024)

    Love Lies Bleeding has the vibes of Natural Born Killers and a Coen Brothers neo-noir. Set in 1989, the romantic thriller chronicles the lesbian relationship between Lou (Kristen Stewart), a hermit-like gym owner, and Jackie (Katy O’Brian), a bodybuilder preparing for a competition in Las Vegas.

    The two sleep together and fall in love. Lou even supplies Jackie with steroids to compete at a higher level. Things take a sinister turn after Lou and Jackie are caught in a murder conspiracy that requires a cover-up. We’ll stop there to avoid spoilers. Expect blood, sex, and violence in this brutal and effective thriller.

    Stream Love Lies Bleeding on Max.

  • 3 underrated HBO Max movies you should watch this weekend (June 13-15)

    One of the biggest box office flops of the year, Alto Knights, is now on HBO Max. In a dual role, Robert De Niro stars as Vito Genovese and Frank Costello, two mob bosses battling for control in 1950s New York. One seismic decision leads to a war between Vito and Frank, and only one man will be left standing.

    A positive effect of streaming is that a failed movie like Alto Knights can still find an audience on streaming platforms. Other films with lesser profiles can also find audiences, including Parthenope, Paolo Sorrentino’s beautiful Italian drama. Watch Parthenope and two more underrated movies on HBO Max below.

    We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.

    Parthenope (2024)

    It’s OK to watch a movie strictly for the vibes. Who doesn’t want to transport themselves to a beautiful location and enjoy the views? In Parthenope, travel to the picturesque locations of Naples and Capri for a coming-of-age story.

    Parthenope (Celeste Dalla Porta) is a beautiful Italian woman who turns heads in every room. Parthenope catches the eye of every man, including Sandrino (Dario Aita) and her brother, Raimondo (Daniele Rienzo). Over the years, Parthenope finds love and adventure as she becomes a staple in the city. The narrative can be frustrating at times, but Dalla Porta’s captivating performance carries this underrated drama. 

    Stream Parthenope on Max.

    Brian Banks (2018)

    Brian Banks is a story of triumph and redemption. It’s also an eye-opening look into the failures of the justice system. Brian Banks (Aldis Hodge) is a star linebacker in California with aspirations to play in the NFL. Brian’s football career comes to a screeching halt due to a false rape accusation. 

    Despite the lack of evidence, Brian is convicted of rape and sentenced to six years in prison. Brian fights for his life and seeks help from the California Innocence Project. Brian is the living embodiment of perseverance, as he never loses sight of his dream — something we can all relate to.

    Stream Brian Banks on Max.

    Bullet Train (2022)

    David Leitch has become the go-to director for action comedies with impressive stunts. One of Leitch’s more popular options is Bullet Train. Brad Pitt stars as Ladybug, an unlucky assassin who keeps escaping death.

    Despite his desire to relax, Ladybug reluctantly accepts a job that requires him to retrieve a briefcase of cash on a bullet train. Ladybug quickly learns that he’s not the only assassin on this train. With an eccentric cast and intricate fight sequences, Bullet Train’s quick-paced action is perfect for a movie set on the world’s fastest train.

    Stream Bullet Train on Max.