7 standout new movies to stream this week across Netflix, Hulu and more

Between July 28 and August 3, a fresh wave of movies is landing on the major streamers, including Netflix, Hulu, Max (formerly HBO Max) and Peacock. A recent round‑up from a US tech outlet highlights seven titles that are worth prioritizing, noting that at least one has already been called “one of the year’s best films.”

The selection spans festival‑lauded dramas, a high‑energy action vehicle led by a popular star duo, and a recent theatrical release making a relatively quick jump to streaming. While some of the titles are currently available only on US platforms, the line‑up offers a good early indicator of what might eventually filter into Japanese catalogues over the coming months.

The feature also breaks down each film by tone (serious vs. light‑hearted), running time and genre appeal, making it useful even if you only have time for a single movie this weekend. For viewers overwhelmed by the sheer volume of summer releases, it functions as a practical cross‑platform guide, narrowing the field to a manageable short list of VOD picks.