It's always a treat when blockbuster movie releases finally make their way to streaming services, and this week we see the big money-making monster fighter. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire debut in Max.
Meanwhile, Eddie Murphy returns to duty in Beverly Hills Police: Axel F. on Netflix, while Space Cadet begins streaming on Prime Video. It’s also Shark Week 2024, so there are also plenty of shark-related documentaries to enjoy on Hulu and Disney Plus, if you’ve already exhausted our shark-inspired monster movie recommendations.
Below, we've rounded up the biggest new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more this weekend.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (Max)
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Sometimes a movie is so patently ridiculous that it just… plays. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – now streaming on Max – is one of those films.
This sequel to the equally absurd Godzilla vs Kong In this film, the movie's titular monsters unite to defeat a colossal threat hidden deep within the Earth. Rebecca Hall, Kaylee Hottle and Brian Tyree Henry reprise their roles from the previous film, as do, of course, Godzilla and Kong.
Dont wait Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Rewriting the rules of action cinema, but if you're looking for something to help you unwind this weekend, this is undoubtedly one of Max's best films. UK viewers will have to wait a little longer for it to hit streaming services, though.
Now available to stream on Max in the US.
Beverly Hills Detective: Axel F (Netflix)
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30 years after he last donned his blue badge and gun, Eddie Murphy reprises his role as famed Beverly Hills cop Axel Foley in the aptly-titled film. Beverly Hills Police: Axel F. on Netflix.
In this sequel/reboot, Foley is back on the scene when the lives of his daughter, Jane (Taylour Paige), and his former partner, Billy (Judge Reinhold), are threatened. As a result, Foley works with Jane and her ex-boyfriend, Detective Bobby Abbott (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), to uncover a dangerous conspiracy (surprise!).
Critics have described Beverly Hills Police: Axel F. as “formulaic” but “still fun,” so while it may not be one of the best Netflix movies, it sounds like something worth watching for fans of the current franchise.
Now available to stream on Netflix.
Space Cadet (Prime Video)
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Continuing with this week's theme of thoughtful, slow-paced independent films (not…) is Space Cadet on Prime Video.
This made-for-streaming movie stars Emma Roberts, a party girl from Florida whose fabricated resume lands her a spot in NASA's astronaut training program (think Legally Blonde Satisfies First man) Naturally, he is doing as well as one might expect.
Tom Hopper, Poppy Liu and Gabrielle Union also star Space Cadetwhich critics have described as “lazy streaming garbage” (ouch!). Still, it might be a good choice to put on in the background.
Now available to stream on Prime Video.
The Imaginary (Netflix)
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Studio Ghibli fans, listen up: Made to disappear The latest feature film as director from animator Yoshiyuki Momose, The imaginarynow streaming on Netflix.
Based on the acclaimed children's novel of the same name by A.F. Harrold, this new Netflix film centers on Rudger (Kokoro Terada), an imaginary boy who discovers that he will disappear if his creator, a young woman named Amanda (Rio Suzuki), forgets him.
Critics have described The imaginary as a “moving and charming testament to the pleasures of dreaming,” which is why it could be among the best Netflix movies of the year.
Now available to stream on Netflix.
The Real Brothers of Simi Valley: High School Reunion (Roku Channel)
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An uncommon recommendation for Roku streaming device owners: The Real Simi Valley Brothers: High School Reunion is now available on The Roku Channel.
This long-running continuation of Jimmy Tatro's Facebook Watch comedy series, which itself was a parody of The Real Housewives and The Jersey Shore – The show’s original cast reunites for their 10-year high school reunion. Tony Hawk, Tyler Posey, Zoey Deutch and Shaun White are among the new faces.
Now available to stream on The Roku Channel.
The Man with 1000 Sons (Netflix)
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The first of the two documentaries selected on this week's list is The man with 1000 children on Netflix.
This three-part docuseries tells the harrowing story of Jonathan Jacob Meijer, a Dutch sperm donor who was accused of fathering hundreds of children and defrauding vulnerable families around the world.
Critics have described The man with 1000 children so “moving” and “chilling,” it could be among the best Netflix documentaries of the year so far.
Now available to stream on Netflix.
Sprint: The World's Fastest Humans (Netflix)
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Ever wondered what it takes to be a speed champion? Netflix's new documentary series, Sprint: The fastest humans in the worldHe will show you.
This 10-episode series, which leaves no one indifferent and comes from the producers of Formula 1: Driving to survive and Fully operational – follows athletes from around the world, including Sha'Carri Richardson, Noah Lyles and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, as they attempt to reclaim Usain Bolt's crown as the fastest person on the planet.
Now available to stream on Netflix.
For more streaming coverage, check out our guides to the best movies on Disney Plus, the best movies on Netflix, the new movies on Prime Video, and the new movies on Max.
