Top 10 Movies To Watch This Week on Peacock | July 13-19, 2025

So you’re stuck in scrolling purgatory again, huh? Endlessly thumbing through Peacock, 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 July 13-19, 2025—because your time is too valuable for another “meh” movie night.

1. Drop (2025)

First dates are already a minefield. Now add mysterious text messages, a touch of grief, and a charming guy who might not be what he seems—and you’ve got Drop, a tech-driven psychological horror that plays out like Catfish meets Gone Girl.

Meghann Fahy (from The White Lotus) stars as Violet, a widowed mom cautiously dipping a toe back into the dating pool. Brandon Sklenar plays her picture-perfect match—until things start to get weird. Really weird. Like “who’s sending those creepy messages to her phone?” weird.

Director Christopher Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky) leans into sleek tension and emotional unease. It’s stylish, it’s eerie, and it taps into every modern fear about dating apps, surveillance, and grief. Fair warning: your phone might feel like the real villain after this one.

2. The Idaho Student Murders (2025)

This true-crime doc doesn’t sensationalize—it devastates. The Idaho Student Murders walks through one of the most shocking homicide cases in recent American memory: the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students in their off-campus home.

Directed by Catharine Park, the film pairs deep emotional storytelling with careful investigative pacing. We get a closer look at the lives of the victims, the timeline of the attack, and how authorities zeroed in on criminology student Bryan Kohberger as their suspect.

What sets this one apart? It’s not about voyeurism—it’s about empathy. It asks hard questions about justice, trauma, and the true cost of violence. If you appreciated The Family Next Door or The Keepers, this will be your next must-watch.

3. Despicable Me 3 (2017)

Gru’s back—and this time he’s got a twin. Despicable Me 3 doubles down on the Minion-fueled chaos with the introduction of Dru, Gru’s long-lost, annoyingly perfect sibling. Hijinks, naturally, ensue.

Steve Carell pulls double duty voicing both brothers, while Trey Parker (of South Park fame) hams it up as Balthazar Bratt, a washed-up ’80s child star turned laser-wielding supervillain. The shoulder pads alone deserve their own award.

It’s loud, colorful, and completely unbothered by logic—and that’s what makes it great. Whether you’ve got kids to entertain or just want some joyful nonsense, this one’s a safe (and silly) bet.

4. Horton Hears a Who! (2008)

Dr. Seuss + Jim Carrey = pure whimsy. Horton Hears a Who! turns the classic tale into a vibrant animated adventure that’s equal parts goofy and heartfelt. The message? “A person’s a person, no matter how small.” Still hits.

Carrey voices Horton the elephant, who discovers an entire microscopic city—Whoville—living on a speck of dust. Naturally, no one believes him except for the audience and a very flustered Steve Carell as the Mayor of Whoville.

The animation still holds up, the cast is stacked, and the tone strikes that sweet spot between zany and sincere. If you’re looking for something gentle, funny, and low-key profound, this is it.

5. The Woman in the Yard (2025)

You know that feeling when something’s just… off? The Woman in the Yard lives in that space and stretches it until your nerves snap. Danielle Deadwyler stars in this haunting slow-burn thriller about a mother tormented by a mysterious woman who keeps showing up outside her home—always watching, always warning.

Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra (The Shallows, Orphan), the film never rushes to explain itself. Instead, it builds dread through silence, shadow, and uncertainty. Is this woman a ghost? A threat? A memory?

With themes of grief, race, and inherited trauma, it delivers more than just scares. It gets under your skin and lingers there—quiet, creepy, and all too real. Fans of His House or The Others, consider this your next nightmare fuel.

6. Legally Blonde (2001)

Bend and snap—Legally Blonde still holds up. Reese Witherspoon’s iconic turn as Elle Woods is the kind of feel-good, pink-powered, smarter-than-you-think comedy that never goes out of style.

Elle has everything—style, charm, a tiny dog named Bruiser—until her boyfriend dumps her for being too blonde. So, naturally, she applies to Harvard Law School to win him back… and ends up discovering her own brilliance along the way.

It’s sharp. It’s endlessly quotable. And it genuinely earns every emotional beat. Whether you’re watching for nostalgia or introducing it to someone for the first time, this one’s a guaranteed serotonin boost.

7. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)

The dinosaurs are back—and this time, they’re escaping an erupting volcano. Because of course they are. Fallen Kingdom picks up a few years after the chaos of Jurassic World, with Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) returning to Isla Nublar to save the remaining dinos.

What starts as a rescue mission turns into something way darker (and way weirder), involving dino trafficking, evil billionaires, and the genetically engineered Indoraptor. Jeff Goldblum shows up to drop existential one-liners, and honestly, that alone makes it worth a rewatch.

It’s ridiculous. It’s loud. It’s got teeth. Perfect background movie—or a front-row popcorn fest if you’re in the mood for spectacle.

8. Trolls Band Together (2023)

Ready for maximum glitter and synth pop? Trolls Band Together brings the neon back to your screen in the most joyful way possible. This time, it’s all about boy bands—and family.

When Branch’s long-lost brother is kidnapped by evil pop duo Velvet and Veneer, it’s up to Poppy and the crew to reunite the band and save the day. Along the way, we get original songs, boy band jokes, and a surprisingly emotional arc about sibling rivalry and redemption.

With a soundtrack stacked with Camila Cabello, Troye Sivan, and Kid Cudi, it’s a total vibe. If Sing 2 and Pitch Perfect had a glitter-drenched baby, this would be it.

9. Friday (1995)

One porch. One day. Infinite chaos. Friday is a stoner comedy classic, but it’s also a snapshot of life in South Central L.A.—told with heart, humor, and Ice Cube’s signature realness.

Craig (Ice Cube) and Smokey (Chris Tucker, never better) spend their day dodging trouble, smoking weed, and dealing with everything from neighborhood bullies to rent demands to unexpected wisdom from the older generation.

It’s endlessly quotable (“You got knocked the [bleep] out!”), packed with ‘90s vibes, and surprisingly layered beneath the jokes. Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, it still hits.

10. The Hunt (2020)

Twelve strangers wake up in the woods. They don’t know why they’re there—but someone’s hunting them. The Hunt starts with that barebones setup and flips it inside out, blending brutal action with razor-sharp satire.

Betty Gilpin is the breakout here—equal parts lethal and hilarious—as Crystal, the one person who refuses to play by the rules. Hilary Swank adds icy menace, and the script (co-written by Damon Lindelof) skewers conspiracy culture, class warfare, and internet hysteria with dark, knowing glee.

It’s smart. It’s violent. It’s weirdly funny. And it pulls zero punches. If The Purge, Battle Royale, and Get Out had a conspiracy-fueled crossover episode, this would be it.

And That’s a Wrap

There you have it—ten Peacock picks that cover all the moods. You’ve got dark horror (Drop, The Woman in the Yard), bright animation (Trolls Band Together, Horton), and genre staples that never quit (Friday, Jurassic World). Whether you’re in the mood to laugh, scream, cry—or do all three at once—this week’s lineup delivers.

There’s smart satire (The Hunt), iconic nostalgia (Legally Blonde), and at least one documentary that’ll keep you up at night (The Idaho Student Murders). Some are comforting. Some are chaotic. A few are downright chilling.

So go ahead. Settle in. Press play. Let the streaming begin.