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The biggest theatrical release is the latest chapter in the Insidious franchise, Insidious: Out of the Further, while Toy Story 5 is now available to rent or buy digitally. Meanwhile, The Christophers arrives on Hulu for viewers looking for a smart and unusual drama.
Let’s dive in!
🎥 What to watch in theaters
The biggest release: Insidious: Out of the Further
Why you should watch it: The Insidious franchise returns with a new family, a new supernatural threat and a very different connection to the terrifying world known as the Further.
The story follows Gemma, a young mother raising her daughter in the house where she grew up. She soon discovers something unusual about herself: she can enter the Further, but she can also bring things from that frightening realm back into the real world.
That ability turns her home into a terrifying battleground as supernatural creatures begin crossing over.
The sixth installment is directed by Jacob Chase and brings back Lin Shaye as Elise Rainier, one of the franchise’s most recognizable characters. The movie officially opens in U.S. theaters on August 21, 2026.
If you’re a longtime Insidious fan, this entry offers a new starting point while keeping the supernatural mythology that made the series popular.
What critics are saying: Reviews are mixed. Some critics have praised the movie’s inventive horror sequences and unsettling imagery, while others feel that the franchise is beginning to rely too heavily on familiar ideas.
How to watch: Insidious: Out of the Further is now playing in theaters.
Another option: Tony
If horror isn’t your thing, Tony offers something completely different.
The film is inspired by the early life of legendary chef and travel personality Anthony Bourdain. Rather than covering his entire life, the story focuses on a particular chapter and explores the experiences that helped shape the man he would eventually become.
It’s a character-focused film that mixes comedy and drama while giving audiences a different perspective on Bourdain before he became a household name.
Best for: Fans of Anthony Bourdain, food culture and biographical dramas.
Also in theaters: Mutiny
Jason Statham returns for another action thriller in Mutiny.
After witnessing the murder of his billionaire boss and becoming a suspect himself, Cole Reed finds himself caught up in a dangerous conspiracy. His search for the truth eventually takes him onto a cargo ship, where the stakes become even higher.
The story may feel familiar to action fans, but Statham brings the physical intensity and fight sequences you’d expect.
Best for: Action fans who want something fast-paced and straightforward.
The Rivals of Amziah King
Matthew McConaughey stars in this genre-bending drama that has been praised for its unusual story and strong performances.
The movie combines mystery, drama and emotional storytelling, giving McConaughey an opportunity to play a more layered character than some of his recent roles.
If you’re looking for something outside the usual blockbuster formula, this could be a great choice.
Best for: Viewers who prefer character-driven movies and unusual stories.
💸 Movies newly available to rent or buy
The best option: Toy Story 5
The toys are back!
Toy Story 5 brings Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the beloved characters back for another adventure — but this time, they have a very modern problem to deal with.
Bonnie becomes fascinated by a new high-tech device called Lilypad, creating a conflict between traditional toys and technology.
The movie uses that conflict to explore a surprisingly relevant question: What happens when screens and smart technology start replacing traditional play?
It’s still filled with the humor, heart and emotional moments that fans expect from Toy Story, while introducing a new generation to the characters that have been part of pop culture for decades.
Toy Story 5 was originally released in theaters on June 19 and is now available digitally to rent or buy.
Why watch it: It’s one of those rare movies that can work as both a family adventure and a conversation starter about childhood and technology.
How to watch: Toy Story 5 is available to rent or buy through major digital video-on-demand platforms.
📺 Movies newly available on streaming services
My pick: The Christophers
Steven Soderbergh’s latest movie is a smart and unusual story about art, family and the complicated business of creativity.
The film stars Ian McKellen as a famous but aging artist and Michaela Coel as an art restorer brought into his world. When the artist’s children want to profit from his unfinished work, they hire her to complete the paintings.
What follows becomes much more complicated than a simple art-forgery scheme.
The movie explores questions about who owns an artist’s work, what makes art valuable and whether an unfinished creation can sometimes say more than a completed one.
McKellen and Coel are the biggest reasons to watch, with their characters’ relationship providing much of the movie’s energy.
What critics are saying: The film has received strong reviews, particularly for its performances and intelligent screenplay.
How to watch: The Christophers is now streaming on Hulu.
Another option: Passenger
Looking for something scary without leaving your couch?
Passenger follows a young couple whose road trip turns into a nightmare after they witness a horrific accident.
They soon discover that something supernatural has followed them — and it isn’t planning to let them escape.
The movie combines road-trip horror with supernatural scares, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere where the characters have nowhere to hide.
It may not reinvent the horror genre, but it delivers plenty of creepy moments and jump scares for viewers who simply want a fun scary movie.
Best for: Horror fans, especially anyone who enjoys supernatural thrillers.
How to watch: Passenger is now available on Paramount+.
That’s all for this week! We’ll see you next Friday 🙂 .
