Your weekend binge list: movies streaming this weekend (Feb. 13–15, 2026)
Valentine’s Day weekend offers a rare split personality: gooey rom-coms for date-night viewers and grim, gripping fare for anyone rebelling against the holiday. From returning reality experiments to tense crime dramas and a darkly comic Northern Irish mystery, here’s what to queue up this weekend. All dates and times are listed in Eastern Time (ET).
Top picks to start your weekend
Headliners this weekend include a mix of new seasons and high-profile films. Expect a much-talked-about romantic comedy that critics have praised for its chemistry and craft, a stand-up dramedy led by a familiar actor-director pairing, and the latest chapter in a slow-burn crime series that leans hard into atmosphere and character. If you want a single binge that blends laughs with a creeping mystery, look for the new eight-episode Northern Irish drama from the creator of a beloved teen comedy.
For the romantics: feel-good and relationship reckonings
If your weekend plan includes candles and takeout, several new arrivals deliver on romance and relationship drama. A recent rom-com has been singled out as one of the best in years for its warm performances and clever script; it’s a smart pick for a cozy night in. A long-running social experiment dating series returns for another season, promising the same awkward intensity that made it appointment viewing in past years. Meanwhile, a midlife relationship dramedy examines marriage and reinvention with a cast that includes a well-known actor who also steps behind the camera.
Counter-programming: thrillers, crime and uneasy laughs
Not in the mood for hearts and flowers? Opt for the darker side of the weekend lineup. A gritty crime drama continues its latest season with tense procedural work and strong character beats. Another returning series doubles down on noir-ish storytelling and landscapes that feel like a character all their own. For horror fans, a creeping domestic thriller about memory loss and experimental recovery treatments offers unsettling imagery and a 'love-til-death' premise that flips Valentine’s sentiment on its head.
Must-watch miniseries: a Northern Irish dark comedy-mystery
A new eight-episode series from a creator known for razor-sharp banter reunites three lifelong friends in their late 30s after the death of a fourth. What starts as a wake turns eerie and dangerously unpredictable, carrying the action beyond local borders. The show blends caustic comic beats with a sly murder mystery and the region's distinctive wit—an ideal pick for viewers who like humor with a sinister edge. All episodes are available to binge now.
Short list: quick watches and where to start
If you need a fast decision: try the acclaimed rom-com to keep things light, the stand-up-focused dramedy for thoughtful humor, or the crime series to stay riveted for multiple evenings. Also on the radar this weekend: a celebrated bilingual drama returns for a final season set against historical turmoil, offering sweeping romance and political stakes. For viewers who prefer to own rather than stream, a new comedy-drama film is available to purchase this weekend.
Whether you pick romance, grit, or something in between, this Valentine’s weekend has options for every mood. Set aside a night (or three), queue one of these titles and press play—just remember to check local start times and availability in your area. Happy viewing.
