Whether it’s Universal’sHow to Train Your Dragonremake,Gareth Edwards' all-conqueringJurassic World Rebirth, or the brand-new, critically acclaimedSupermanfrom directorJames Gunn, there are many reasons why you might think to head to your local theater this weekend. Summer is a time formovies, and there’s no better place to do so than at the theater, right? Well, if you don’t want to part with your hard-earned cash or would simply prefer to stay at home on the comfort of your own couch, here’s a look at three Netflix movies you should watch this weekend.
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Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
‘A Star is Born’ (2018)
Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 7.6/10
A Star is Born
In 1937, 1954, and 1976, different adaptations ofA Star Is Borngraced theatrical screens, each to varying success. However, in 2018,Bradley Coopercame along to bring this oft-told tale into the present day, with arguably the best version of the story yet. The movie follows Jackson Maine (Cooper), a seasoned musician whose life has spiraled following an alcohol addiction. With almost no hope left, Jack meetsLady Gaga’s Ally, an aspiring singer whom he helps to rise to the top professionally, though their personal lives come as a sacrifice. Just how far will they go — and fall?
Because of strict censorship rules at the time, each of the first three versions ofA Star is Bornwas unable to truly dive into the issues at the heart of the story. Thankfully, in 2018,Cooper’s exploration of substance abuseis much more thorough, leading to a film that is both musically dazzling and heartwrenching in its drama. Earning $436 million worldwide against a reported budget of just $36 million,A Star is Bornwas a huge financial and critical success, earning eight Oscar nominations, of which it won one for Best Original Song for “Shallow.” Few haven’t seenA Star is Born, but if one of them is you, then consider this the perfect time to catch it.
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‘One of Them Days’ (2025)
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 6.5/10
One of Them Days
FromMark Wahlberg’s aviation thrillerFlight Planto the MCU entryCaptain America: Brave New World, early 2025 was a poor time for the box office. However, hidden among them is one of the year’s most surprising success stories:One of Them Days. Directed byLawrence Lamontfrom a screenplay bySyreeta Singleton, the story follows best friends and roommates Dreux and Alyssa, played by the perfect pairing ofKeke Palmerand the on-screen debut ofSZA. After learning that the latter’s boyfriend has blown all their rent, a race against the clock begins for the duo to find the money before it’s too late and their home, and possibly their friendship, is destroyed.
Also starring the likes ofVanessa Bell Calloway,Lil Rey Howery,Katt Williams,Maude Apatow,Janelle James, andAmin Joseph,One of Them Daysbrings electric energy and vibrant color to a tale that is effortlessly hilarious throughout. On a reported budget of just $14 million, the movie made over $50 million, proving a huge success in the US. Critically, the movie was an unquestionable triumph too, with Collider’sRoss Bonaimesaying in his review, “One of Them Daysstarts the 2025 movie season out on a positive note, and we could definitely use more movies like this in the theaters.” Whatever you do, don’t let this pass you by.
‘How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies’ (2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98% | IMDb: 7.9/10
How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies
With one of the most unique titles on Netflix,How to Make Millions Before Grandma Diesis a must-watch addition to Netflix’s line-up. One of the sleeper hits of 2024, the movie follows a young Thai man, M (Putthipong Assaratanakul), who puts his life’s goal on hold in favor of becoming his terminally-ill grandma’s favorite, knowing he would inherit her large fortune. However, the sly gene runs strong in this family, with M not the only grandchild who has conducted this exact plan.
With a near-perfect critics' score onRotten Tomatoesand huge acclaim globally to its name,How to Make Millions Before Grandma Diesisn’t just a foreign-language success; it is a success without caveat. At the97th Academy Awards, the movie became the first Thai film to be nominated for an Oscar, with many still citing its lack of a win for Best International Feature as a tragic snub. Comforting, hilarious, and with plenty of heart,How to Make Millions Before Grandma Diesis a true gem, one that Collider’sAidan Kelleycalledin his review"more than worthy of being recognized as one of the best films of 2024."
