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Weekend Watchlist

Weekend Watchlist showcases hidden gems and underrated films tucked away in your favorite streaming libraries. From the latest hit series to retro classics awaiting rediscovery, its goal is to help you make informed weekend viewing choices—because life’s too short for bad content. New entries covering Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu go live every Thursday.

Kevin Costner stares with cowboy flintiness in a still from Horizon: An American Saga—Chapter 1

Kevin Costner’s ambitious Western is underrated — watch it now on HBO Max (July 25-27)

This weekend, Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 is one of the underrated movies to watch on HBO Max.
The cast of HIs Three Daughters

This heartbreaking drama is an underrated Netflix movie to watch this weekend (July 25-27)

These Netflix movies are all wildly underrated, and each of them is worth your time whether you're watching it for the first time or not.
A father interacts with his son in First Man.

This space drama tops our list of underrated Prime Video movies this weekend (July 25-27)

These Amazon Prime Video movies didn't get the love they deserved when they were first released, but they're well worth your time.
Harrison Ford in costume as Indiana Jones in Raider's of the Lost Ark.

One of the greatest movies ever is on streaming — and you can watch for free (July 18-20)

Want to stream a free movie this weekend? Check out these three: an Indiana Jones masterpiece, an coming-of-age tale, and a hilarious '90s comedy.
Two guys sit at the table across from a man.

Adolescence is the miniseries of the year — and you can watch it now on Netflix (July 18-20)

These Netflix shows are some of the ones I love most, but it might not occur to you to check them out.
Four people stand in shock and horror.

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

This weekend, watch these three underrated movies on HBO Max: a twisty thriller, a slasher prequel, and a Batman sequel.
A girl and boy sit next to each other on a plane.

PTA’s nostalgic ode to the ’70s remains underrated — and it’s on Amazon Prime Video (July 18-20)

These three movies are all excellent, and they're all titles you might have missed when they were released just a few years ago.
Cillian Murphy touches a woman's face.

This Cillian Murphy underrated thriller is your next movie to watch on Netflix (July 18-20)

Netflix has a deep slate of movies, but I really struggle to find something that I can pick. Here are three that you should check out.
A man sits on a throne and stares in "The Sandman."

3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (July 11-13)

These Netflix shows are just as interesting as many of the most popular shows on the streamer, but they haven't always got the same level of attention.
Arnold Schwarzenegger looks on with a scowl.

3 great free movies to stream this weekend (July 11-13)

Looking for something to watch this weekend? Stream three great free movies: The Running Man, a Steven Spielberg sci-fi epic, and a Jim Carrey masterpiece.
The Irishman Netflix Robert De Niro

3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (July 11-13)

These Netflix movies are wildly different, but each of them is underrated for one reason or another. Check out our list.
Kirk Douglas in Paths of Glory.

3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (July 11-13)

These Amazon Prime Video movies are a reminder of just how many genuinely underrated titles are available on the service.
A group of people stand in a line and look.

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

This weekend, watch these three underrated movies on HBO Max: a supervillain team-up adventure, an '80s action pic, and a mid-budget thriller.
Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum stare from Independence Day.

Here’s your chance to stream Independence Day this weekend for free. Find out how

Stream these great free movies from July 4-6: Independence Day, a Jurassic Park adventure, and a riveting courtroom drama.
Melissa Benoist as Supergirl in a scene from the series.

Supergirl is one of our underrated Netflix shows to watch this weekend. Here’s why

These Netflix shows are highly underrated and a reminder of all the great stuff that Netflix tends to bury. One of our picks is Supergirl.
Rebecca Ferguson and Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation.

3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (July 4-6)

These three Netflix movies are all very different, but each of them is well worth your time if you're looking for something to watch.
Lily-Rose Depp bleeds from the mouth and eyes in a still from the movie "Nosferatu."

Need an underrated Amazon Prime Video movie to watch this weekend? Try Nosferatu

These are three different movies that are all underrated for one reason or another, and are the perfect way to spend a long weekend.
Napoleon Dynamite and Pedro stand together.

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

This weekend, watch one of these three underrated movies on HBO Max: Napoleon Dynamite, a charming romantic dramedy, and a sci-fi thriller.
Four hormone monsters stand on the sidewalk in Big Mouth.

3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (June 27-29)

These Netflix shows aren't necessarily going to pop up in your algorithm, but they're well worth spending some time watching.
A woman holds a gun as two others stand behind her.

3 great free movies to stream this weekend (June 27-29)

Stream these free movies from June 27-29: a dystopian horror, a Tom Cruise action flick, and a Terminator entry.
Benedict Cumberbatch in The Power of The Dog

3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (June 27-29)

These underrated Netflix titles might not get surfaced by your algorithm, but that doesn't mean they aren't very worthy of your time.
Ethan Hawke in Gattaca

3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (June 27-29)

These Amazon titles might not seem like the most obvious selections when you open the app, but they're well worth checking out.
Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi pose for a wedding photo by a cake.

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

This weekend, watch one of these three underrated movies on HBO Max: a King Kong epic, a Priscilla Presley biopic, and a harrowing documentary.
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3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (June 20-22)

These Netflix shows are a reminder of all the great shows on Netflix, including some that have been largely buried by the algorithm.
Cillian Murphy in "28 Days Later."

3 great free movies to stream this weekend (June 20-22)

Stream these free movies from June 20-22: an iconic zombie horror, Jordan Peele's masterpiece, and a delightful rom-com.
Two men stand next to each other and stare.

3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (June 20-22)

These three movies are excellent options for anyone who finds themselves stuck when trying to decide what to watch.
Karl Urban in Dredd.

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

This weekend, watch one of these three underrated movies on HBO Max: a British action thriller, an Alex Garland sci-fi tale, and a crime noir.
Timothee Chalamet stands near a desert wall in a still from the movie Dune: Part Two.

3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (June 13-15)

These underrated Netflix movies, including a terrific horror entry, are all well worth your time this weekend.