Top 10 Movies To Watch This Week on Paramount Plus | June 8-14, 2025

So you’re stuck in scrolling purgatory again, huh? Endlessly thumbing through Paramount Plus, hoping something jumps out. We’ve been there. That’s why we pulled together the Top 10 Movies you would actually want to watch this week—no fluff, no filler. Whether you’re into thrillers, rom-coms, or indie gems, there’s something worth hitting play on. Here’s your movie cheat sheet for June 8-12, 2025—because your time is too valuable for another “meh” movie night.

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)

This movie shouldn’t work as well as it does—but it totally does. Honor Among Thieves takes the chaotic energy of a tabletop game night and turns it into a slick, funny, genuinely fun fantasy adventure. Chris Pine leads the party as a charming bard with a lute and a plan (kind of), backed by Michelle Rodriguez, Regé-Jean Page, and a shapeshifting druid who steals every scene she’s in. It’s goofy, yes—but it knows it, and that’s what makes it work.

There’s a real heart beating under all the magical hijinks. These characters are lovable screw-ups trying to do right by each other, and that sense of found family gives the story some weight. The humor lands, the action’s solid, and the world-building is detailed enough to satisfy the D&D diehards without alienating newcomers. Hugh Grant, meanwhile, is clearly having the time of his life as a smarmy con man.

If you’re into Guardians of the Galaxy–style team dynamics or you just want something light with a little nerd soul, this one hits the mark. It’s popcorn-y, sure—but also surprisingly sincere. And let’s be real: the fantasy genre could use a few more laughs.

Significant Other (2022)

At first, Significant Other looks like your standard couples-in-the-woods thriller. Maika Monroe and Jake Lacy play Ruth and Harry, who are hiking through the Pacific Northwest and working through some emotional baggage. And then… things get weird. And then weirder. What starts as a relationship drama spirals into full-blown sci-fi, with a reveal that shifts the entire film’s tone in a snap.

Maika Monroe is great here—detached, tense, clearly carrying something just beneath the surface. The film plays with expectations in a really smart way, especially around gender roles and trust. It’s also super economical—no bloated exposition, no drawn-out nonsense. Just sharp turns and creeping dread, anchored by two strong performances and some genuinely eerie vibes.

If you liked The Invitation or Coherence, this has that same mix of tension and mind-bending twists. It’s not flashy, but it gets under your skin. Think of it as relationship horror with a cosmic horror chaser.

Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin (2021)

This one goes off the rails—in both good and “what is even happening?” ways. Next of Kin takes the Paranormal Activity franchise out of the suburbs and into rural Amish-adjacent territory. Emily Bader plays Margot, a young woman filming a documentary about the birth family she never knew. Spoiler: they are not just quirky farmers.

The found footage setup still works—sort of—but this installment ditches the slow-burn hauntings for something closer to The Descent meets Hereditary. Cults, tunnels, body horror, the whole nine yards. It’s ambitious for a franchise that’s usually more about security cam jump scares, and even though it doesn’t always land, you have to respect the swing.

If you’re here for pure lore and franchise continuity, this might throw you. But if you’re in the mood for creepy barns, grainy night vision, and things that go really wrong underground, it delivers the chaos. Just don’t expect it to play by the old rules.

Annihilation (2018)

Annihilation is one of those movies that sits in your brain for weeks after you watch it. Natalie Portman leads a team of women scientists into “The Shimmer,” a strange, quarantined zone where biology has gone off the rails. It’s beautiful. It’s terrifying. It’s also deeply existential in a way that hits harder the more you think about it.

What makes it so haunting isn’t just the visuals—though yeah, mutated deer and glass trees will stay with you—it’s the mood. Everything feels unstable. The characters are unraveling, the environment is shifting, and the film never really offers easy answers. It’s about self-destruction, transformation, and maybe even acceptance. But not in a tidy, hopeful way.

If Arrival made you cry and The Thing made you cover your eyes, Annihilation lands right in the middle. It’s not always easy to follow, but that’s the point. You’re supposed to feel lost—and maybe a little altered by the time it’s over.

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

What can you even say about Raiders that hasn’t already been shouted from the rooftops since 1981? It’s iconic for a reason. Harrison Ford’s Indiana Jones made fedoras and whips cool (somehow), and Steven Spielberg crafted the ultimate adventure movie blueprint—tight pacing, booby-trapped tombs, Nazi-punching, and that boulder scene that lives rent-free in every millennial’s brain.

But what really makes it last isn’t just the thrills—it’s the charm. Indy isn’t some flawless superhero; he gets hurt, he makes mistakes, he hates snakes. He’s in over his head, but too stubborn to quit. The chemistry with Karen Allen’s Marion? Impeccable. The score by John Williams? Forget it. Perfect.

If you’ve somehow never seen Raiders, stop reading and fix that immediately. If it’s been a while, throw it on and remember what blockbuster filmmaking looks like when it’s firing on all cylinders. It’s pure movie magic—no notes.

The Truman Show (1998)

At first glance, The Truman Show feels like a quirky high-concept comedy: Jim Carrey plays a guy who doesn’t know his entire life is a reality show. But then it sinks in. He’s never made a real choice, never had a real moment that wasn’t scripted or watched. And slowly, what seemed funny starts to feel deeply unsettling.

Carrey is incredible here—funny, of course, but also heartbreakingly sincere. You can see the exact moment Truman starts to question everything, and it’s devastating in a quiet, subtle way. Ed Harris, as the God-like director pulling the strings, is terrifying in how calm and “benevolent” he pretends to be. It’s not just about one man—it’s about surveillance, control, and what it means to live an authentic life.

If you liked Eternal Sunshine or Black Mirror but wish they had just a little more heart, this one’s for you. It’s sharp, emotional, and weirdly prophetic. You’ll laugh, then you’ll feel kind of gross, then you’ll probably go stare out a window for a while.

The Iron Giant (1999)

If you’re not crying by the end of The Iron Giant, I honestly don’t know what to tell you. Set during the Cold War, this animated gem follows a lonely boy named Hogarth who finds a massive alien robot in the woods—and decides to teach it how to be human. What follows is a quiet, powerful story about friendship, fear, and choosing who you want to be.

Vin Diesel voices the Giant with just a handful of words, but somehow makes him feel more real than most live-action characters. The animation is beautiful in a stripped-down, retro way, and the themes—nonviolence, identity, empathy—hit way harder than you’d expect from a kids’ movie. It’s gentle, but not soft. It punches, and then hugs.

If you grew up on E.T. or The Iron Giant slipped under your radar back in the day, do yourself a favor and go back. It’s timeless in the best way—and it’s not just for kids. Not even close.

Almost Famous (2000)

This one feels like stepping into a warm, loud, slightly reckless memory. Almost Famous is Cameron Crowe’s love letter to rock ‘n’ roll, messy heroes, and figuring out who you are when you’re way too young to be doing any of it. Patrick Fugit plays William, a teen music journalist tagging along with a band on tour. Kate Hudson plays Penny Lane, the muse who’s been there too long to still believe in magic—but kind of does anyway.

The movie is funny, sad, and romantic in that bittersweet, complicated way real life actually feels. Everyone’s chasing something—fame, love, freedom, a story worth telling—and everyone’s a little lost. The soundtrack slaps, the dialogue sings, and Crowe nails that chaotic backstage energy. There’s real soul in every frame.

If you’ve ever fallen in love with a band, or just wanted to be part of something bigger than yourself, this movie will hit you right in the ribs. Tiny Dancer sing-along included.

Jerry Maguire (1996)

You know the quotes—”Show me the money,” “You complete me,” “You had me at hello.” But Jerry Maguire is so much more than its meme-able moments. It’s a movie about integrity in a world that doesn’t reward it. Tom Cruise plays Jerry, a sports agent who has a moral epiphany and basically torpedoes his own career trying to do better. It’s a mess. A charming, vulnerable, human mess.

What makes it work is how imperfect everyone is. Cruise lets himself be earnest and embarrassed, which makes his chemistry with Renée Zellweger feel all the more real. Cuba Gooding Jr. is electric—no surprise he won the Oscar. And the whole thing walks this tightrope between romance, comedy, and personal drama without ever falling off.

If you’ve written this off as just a ‘90s rom-com, give it a rewatch. It’s about trying to be good in a world that tells you not to bother. And sometimes? That’s exactly what we need to see.

A Quiet Place (2018)

Don’t. Make. A. Sound. That’s the hook—and the dread—in A Quiet Place, a horror film that uses silence better than most movies use dialogue. John Krasinski directs and stars alongside Emily Blunt as parents raising their kids in a post-apocalyptic world where the tiniest noise could get you killed. It’s high-stakes, high-concept, and executed with terrifying precision.

But underneath the suspense, it’s really about parenthood. About how far you’d go to protect your family, and what it costs to keep them safe. The scares are legit—tense, not cheap—but the emotional weight is what sticks. Blunt’s bathtub scene alone deserves its own award shelf. And Millicent Simmonds, a deaf actress playing the family’s daughter, brings something truly special to the story.

If you liked 10 Cloverfield Lane or The Road but wanted more heart with your horror, this one delivers. Just… maybe don’t watch it with popcorn. You’ll be too scared to chew.

And That’s a Wrap

Okay, let’s be honest—this Paramount Plus lineup? It slaps. You’ve got fantasy thieves with trust issues (Honor Among Thieves), intergalactic self-destruction metaphors (Annihilation), and a guy who doesn’t know he’s the world’s most famous reality star (The Truman Show). And somehow it all fits.

These are stories that don’t just entertain—they sneak in questions about identity, connection, fear, and choice. Whether it’s a whisper in the woods (A Quiet Place), a lonely robot learning humanity (The Iron Giant), or a kid falling in love with rock ‘n’ roll (Almost Famous), each film leaves something behind. A feeling. A line. A moment that kind of just… lingers.

So yeah—maybe revisit the ones you forgot, or finally cross off the ones your friends keep nagging you about. Whatever your vibe—chaotic horror, earnest love story, found footage cult nightmares—Paramount Plus has you covered. Grab snacks. Press play. You’re all set.