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10 new movies to watch this weekend on Peacock, HBO Max, and Hulu (July 31 – August 2)
This weekend’s streaming recommendations include 10 newly available films across Peacock, HBO Max, Hulu, VOD and Crunchyroll. The most prominent releases are The Super Mario Galaxy Movie on Peacock and Supergirl on VOD, offering major franchise instalments alongside comedies, animation and darker character-driven films.
– Supergirl — VOD; Milly Alcock’s Kara Zor-El leads a space adventure with Krypto and new allies.– The Super Mario Galaxy Movie — Peacock; Mario and friends set out to rescue Rosalina from Bowser Jr.– The Drama — HBO Max; Robert Pattinson and Zendaya play an engaged couple shaken by a discovery before their wedding.– The Devil Wears Prada 2 — Hulu; the original cast returns as Runway magazine confronts upheaval in publishing.– Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle — Crunchyroll; included among the weekend’s new streaming choices.
In short
- Major Mario and DC releases lead the weekend’s streaming picks.
- Supergirl arrives on VOD after a mixed critical reception.
- The list spans animation, comedy, sci-fi and drama.
Explained simply
Streaming services are online platforms where subscribers can watch films, often alongside television programmes. New titles arrive on different services at different times, and some films are available to rent or buy through video-on-demand (VOD) rather than through a subscription.
The films listed here range from franchise adventures, such as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Supergirl, to stories about relationships and the changing media industry. Their casts include established stars such as Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, while Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is part of a Japanese animated series.
The mix reflects how films now reach audiences through cinemas, subscription services and digital rentals. Availability varies by platform, so viewers may need different subscriptions or a separate rental to watch the titles.