Top Films Dominating Streaming Platforms Worldwide This Week

With the new year in full swing, there’s no better way to kick things off than settling in for a film marathon. For those keen to see what’s trending, here’s a rundown of the most-watched flicks across the major streaming services, from Netflix to AppleTV+ and beyond. Whether you’re after a family-friendly animation or a high-octane action piece, there’s something for every taste making waves with viewers around the globe.

Festive Favourites and Action Blockbusters

On Netflix, the animated take on The Grinch has edged out the Korean thriller The Great Flood to claim the top spot. Benedict Cumberbatch lends his voice to the green mischief-maker, joined by Cameron Seely, Rashida Jones, Mindy Sterling, and Pharrell Williams. It’s no surprise this holiday classic is still drawing crowds as the festive season wraps up.

Paramount+ is seeing a surge in views for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the latest and reportedly last chapter in the franchise starring Tom Cruise. Alongside Hayley Atwell and Vince Rhames, Cruise’s Ethan Hunt continues his globe-trotting adventures, picking up where the previous instalment left off.

Family Adventures and Sci-Fi Epics

Amazon Prime’s audience can’t get enough of Red One, a Christmas adventure featuring Chris Evans, Dwayne Johnson, Lucy Liu, and J.K. Simmons. The film’s blend of action, comedy, and festive spirit has kept it at the top of the charts for weeks.

Over on Disney+, Avatar: The Way of Water is still making a splash. Directed by James Cameron and starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, and Kate Winslet, the sequel continues to impress with its visual effects and family-driven story. With the third film now in cinemas, punters are revisiting the second entry in droves.

AppleTV+ is home to F1, a sports drama starring Brad Pitt, Javier Bardem, and Lewis Hamilton. The film explores the rivalry and camaraderie between Pitt’s Sonny Hayes and Damson Idris’s Joshua Pearce, offering more than just fast cars and adrenaline. As the synopsis puts it:

A Formula One driver comes out of retirement to mentor and team up with a younger driver.

Thrillers, Animation, and Offbeat Dramas

HBO Max’s current leader is One Battle After Another, with Leonardo DiCaprio at the helm. The story follows a father’s fight for his daughter, supported by a cast including Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, and Benicio del Toro. The film’s unique storyline and strong performances have kept it at the top for weeks.

GoogleTV’s most-streamed title is A Minecraft Movie, a comedic adventure inspired by the iconic video game. Jack Black and Jason Momoa headline a cast that brings the blocky world to life, mixing action, stunts, and animation for a family-friendly romp.

On Peacock, Bugonia has captured attention with Emma Stone in the lead. The film, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, takes a satirical look at corporate culture and the struggle to get ahead, with Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, and Alicia Silverstone rounding out the cast.

Horror Hits and Supernatural Stories

Hulu’s top pick is Together, a supernatural horror starring real-life couple Dave Franco and Alison Brie. Written and directed by Michael Shanks, the film follows Millie Wilson as she takes a teaching job in the countryside, only for unsettling events to unfold.

Rounding out the list, Catchplay+ is drawing in horror fans with Haunted Mountains: The Yellow Taboo. The story centres on a couple lost in Taiwan’s forests, stalked by a mysterious figure in a yellow raincoat. The film’s eerie atmosphere and suspenseful plot have kept it at the top for over a week.

From festive animations to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, these are the films punters everywhere are streaming right now. Which one’s on your watchlist?