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3 Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (August 30-September 1)

Kurt Russell and Val Kilmer in Tombstone.
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The good news for movie lovers is that Labor Day weekend is giving you an extra day to catch up on some films to watch. And as one of the top streaming services, Hulu has a dynamite selection of movies waiting for you.

To close out the month of August, we’ve picked three Hulu movies that you need to stream this weekend. Our choices include a classic western from the ’90s, a modern thriller, and a teenage rom-com that will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year.

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Tombstone (1993)

The cast of Tombstone.
Buena Vista Pictures

Since Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War is such a big hit on Netflix, it’s only fitting that we take a look back at Tombstone, one of the most famous film adaptations of that real-life story. Kurt Russell stars as Wyatt Earp, a former police officer who is just looking to settle down in Tombstone alongside his brothers, Virgil (Sam Elliott) and Morgan (Bill Paxton), as well as their friend, Doc Holiday (Val Kilmer).

But in 1879, the Cowboy gang led by “Curly Bill” Brocius (Powers Boothe) and Johnny Ringo (Michael Biehn) are terrorizing the townspeople. After attempting to look the other way, the Earp brothers are forced to take action. That earns them the wrath of the Cowboys, but Wyatt Earp and Holiday won’t be deterred. They’ll wipe out the Cowboys even if it means their own deaths as well.

Watch Tombstone on Hulu.

Greta (2018)

Chloë Grace Moretz in Greta.
Focus Features

Chloë Grace Moretz headlines Greta, an unusual thriller in which the stalker threat isn’t a would-be lover or a deranged man. Instead, Moretz’s Frances McCullen is menaced by an older woman, Greta Hideg (Isabelle Huppert), who is desperate to form a mother-daughter bond with her.

At first, Frances welcomes Greta into her life as a close friend. But as she learns more about Greta’s obsessive behaviors and her history, Frances tries to cut her out of her life. Yet no matter what obstacles Frances tries to put between them, Greta keeps turning up and pouring on the pressure. It’s nearly enough to drive Frances insane, and Greta simply won’t take no for an answer.

Watch Greta on Hulu.

The Duff (2015)

The cast of The DUFF.
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What the heck is a Duff? In the context of The Duff, it means “designated ugly fat friend,” and Bianca (Mae Whitman) isn’t happy about that. Bianca may not be fat or ugly, but she realizes that she’s been the Duff to her two popular friends, Jess (Skyler Samuels) and Casey (Bianca Santos), so she decides to reinvent herself for her senior year in high school.

Bianca is also developing romantic feelings for her childhood friend, Wesley (Robbie Amell), who grew up to be a captain on the high school football team. But if Bianca wants a shot at a romance with Wesley, she’ll have to get past her rival, Madison (Bella Thorne), a mean girl who really lives up to the name.

Watch The Duff on Hulu.

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3 great free movies to stream this weekend (February 28-March 2)
The cast of The Hurt Locker.

It's Oscars weekend for Hollywood. After a long awards season, it culminates at the 97th Academy Awards on March 2. Will Anora complete its Cinderella story with a win for Best Picture? Will Adrien Brody join the rare two-time Best Actor club, or can Timothée Chalamet become the youngest winner in the category's history? Tune in Sunday night to see who wins.
This week's article about free movies to stream is about the Academy Awards. The three movies below all received Oscar nominations. Our picks include a sports biopic, a harrowing war film, and a David Fincher thriller. Note: All three movies will be available on Tubi on March 1.
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I, Tonya (2017)

For those around in the early 1990s, the rivalry between Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan was must-see TV. The conflict reached a boiling point after the infamous attack on Kerrigan and the subsequent investigation that tarnished Harding's reputation. This notorious scenario is played out in I, Tonya, Craig Gillespie's underrated biopic.
Harding (Margot Robbie) grows up as the daughter of an abusive mother, LaVona Golden (Allison Janney). As she reaches her teen years, Tonya becomes one of the best skaters in the world and trains for the Winter Olympics. Then, Tonya meets her future husband, Jeff Gillooly (Sebastian), changing the rest of her life. I, Tonya depicts Harding as a tragic figure in this surprisingly effective biopic, backed by tremendous performances from Robbie and Janney, the latter winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.

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3 underrated (HBO) Max movies you should watch this weekend (February 28-March 2)
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With the start of a new month, Max is getting a new slate of movies added to its library. One of the new additions is Heretic. The creepy thriller starring Hugh Grant arrives on March 7. Sing Sing, one of 2024's most critically acclaimed movies, finally hits Max on March 21. Colman Domingo received an Oscar nomination for his work in the drama about a prison arts program.
Thanks to Warner Bros., Max has one of the deepest vaults for a streaming service. You could spend hours getting lost on the genre pages. Luckily, we've scoured the movie section and picked three underrated movies that deserve your attention this weekend. Our picks include a crime thriller from a heist maestro, a moving portrait about a real hero, and a gripping drama.
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No Sudden Move (2021)

Since coming out of retirement in 2017, Steven Soderbergh has released nearly one movie per year. Hollywood is a better place when an innovative filmmaker like Soderbergh works at such a prolific rate. One of his more underrated offerings during this post-retirement phase is No Sudden Move, a period piece set in 1950s Detroit about a heist gone wrong.
A group of petty criminals — including Curt Jones (Don Cheadle), Ronald Russo (Benicio del Toro), and Charley (Kieran Culkin) — are tasked with stealing an important document. The group is supposed to hold an accountant's family at gunpoint so he can then steal the document from his boss's safe. Eventually, Curt and Ronald learn they've been set up. Why? That's what they need to find out, including who hired them. It's not Ocean's Eleven, but No Sudden Move is a fun time at the movies, thanks to an eclectic cast and a filmmaker who knows this genre inside and out.
Stream No Sudden Move on Max.
Sully (2016)
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In your best Michael Rapoport voice, "Are you the pilot, Sully?" Tom Hanks plays pilot Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger in the dramatic retelling of the Miracle on the Hudson in Sully. On January 15, 2009, Sully and First Officer Jeff Skiles (Aaron Eckhart) are piloting a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Charlotte. Shortly after takeoff, a flock of birds crashed into both engines.
With little time to react, Sully successfully executes an emergency landing in the Hudson River. All 155 crew and passengers survived. It's a miraculous accomplishment, but the story doesn't stop there. An investigation into Sully's life-saving maneuver tries to smear the pilot's reputation. With a steady Clint Eastwood behind the camera and a stoic Hanks on screen, Sully is a fitting tribute to a humble hero who deserves praise despite never seeking it out.
Stream Sully on Max.
Reality (2023)

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3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (February 28-March 2)
Suzume holding a chair in front of a door in the movie.

Sometimes, the best movies aren't the ones trending on your Netflix homepage — they’re the hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Big-budget blockbusters and buzzy originals from the streamer may be the natural first option, but some movie nights call for lesser-known flicks that can pleasantly surprise and captivate any cinephile.
Several great movies are streaming on Netflix that have flown under the radar. Whether you're in the mood for a whimsical anime offering, a cyberpunk story, or a chilling found-footage film, there's something on Netflix's catalog for you. So why not skip the usual picks and dive into something different this weekend? With so many hidden gems on the streamer, you're bound to find a new favorite you'll be recommending to your friends come Monday.
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Suzume (2022)

Suzume is a great anime movie worth streaming from director Makoto Shinkai. It follows the titular 17-year-old protagonist (voiced by Nanoka Hara) as she stumbles upon a mysterious door that stands alone in an abandoned house. She discovers that the door is a gateway to another realm, unwittingly setting off a chain of supernatural events in the process. As the door begins unleashing calamities across Japan, Suzume joins forces with a young stranger, Sōta (Hokuto Matsumura), a "Closer" tasked with sealing these portals. But when Sōta is transformed into a three-legged chair — yes, a literal wooden chair — their journey takes a surreal turn.
Despite its stunning animation and unique storytelling, Suzume remains criminally underrated compared to its predecessors from Shinkai, Your Name and Weathering with You. Perhaps it's because the 2022 film leans more into Japan's historical wounds — referencing the 2011 earthquake and tsunami — making it feel deeply personal for domestic audiences but less immediate for international viewers. Suzume also subverts expectations with its romantic storyline that defies traditional tropes. Those who appreciate its appeal understand that its moving narrative reflects trauma, growth, and all the messiness that comes with it.
Suzume is streaming on Netflix.
Upgrade (2018)

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