Critics’ Choice: The 5 Most Anticipated Streaming Movie Premieres of the Week

As the fall season gets into full swing, streaming services are dropping some of their most anticipated films of the year. From critically acclaimed festival darlings to blockbuster spin-offs, this week’s lineup is packed with quality and variety. Here are the five hand-picked movies that critics and audiences alike are buzzing about.
Leading the pack is The Surfer, a psychological thriller starring Nicolas Cage that has been earning rave reviews for his powerful performance. Arriving on Hulu on September 25, the film is a tense, atmospheric masterpiece from director Lorcan Finnegan. It’s a gripping tale of a man’s descent into obsession that is being hailed as a must-see.
Equally anticipated is Ballerina, the John Wick spin-off that wowed audiences in theaters and now makes its streaming debut on Starz on September 25. With a worldwide gross of $137 million, the film proved that this universe has more stories to tell. Ana de Armas is a formidable lead in this stylish and brutal action film.
Nostalgia and innovation collide in Karate Kid: Legends, premiering September 27 on Netflix. The prospect of seeing Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan share the screen as their iconic characters has generated immense excitement. This film promises to be a celebration of the franchise’s legacy while introducing a fresh new story.
The return of a modern horror icon in M3GAN 2.0 on Peacock is another major event. The sequel aims to expand on the first film’s success by upping the action and introducing a new antagonist, making it one of the most talked-about follow-ups of the year.
Finally, All of You on Apple TV+ (September 26) has been quietly building buzz for its unique blend of science fiction and romance. Starring the talented Imogen Poots and Jenna Coleman, and directed by a writer known for his work on Black Mirror, this film is poised to be a smart, emotional, and thought-provoking drama.