Best Movies Streaming Now: Top Picks for Valentine’s Weekend
This Valentine’s Day weekend (Feb. 14–16 ET) brings a diverse slate of new films to stream, from tender romantic turns and family-friendly comedies to bold sci-fi adventures and inventive thrillers. Our newsroom has rounded up the freshest, most notable releases you can watch right now — perfect for date-night choices, solo binges or group viewing.
Feel-good political dramedy worth a watch
Oscar-winning director James L. Brooks returns to the director’s chair after a long hiatus with a warm, character-driven political dramedy. The film follows an idealistic lieutenant governor who unexpectedly ascends to the top job, only to find that public duty collides with private family drama. A standout lead performance anchors a story that balances sharp, humane comedy with sincere emotional stakes — an ideal pick if you’re after smart, grown-up storytelling.
Rom-coms with a twist: afterlife and musical heart
If romance is on your agenda, two very different films deliver. One is a playful afterlife rom-com that examines love, loss and choice when a husband and wife reunite in the hereafter under complicated circumstances. It leans into bittersweet humor and features strong turns from its lead actors.
For fans of music-driven emotion, a true-life musical drama starring a charismatic pairing channels the spirit of a beloved singer through a tribute act. The film finds its groove in live performances, showbiz highs and intimate personal tragedy, and includes a performance that’s already getting awards-season attention for its lead.
Strange, stylish thrillers and psychological fare
A moody, 1970s-tinged psychological thriller centers on a woman chasing her lost memories after a car accident. An experimental treatment designed to restore what she’s lost instead opens the door to eerie visions and escalating paranoia. The movie’s retro production design and slow-burn unease make it a gripping late-night choice for viewers who like mysteries that tighten around their protagonists.
Bold originals and laugh-out-loud family comedy
An expansion of a long-running comic universe swaps the spotlight to an abrasive, no-nonsense older male relative who hits the road with his nerdy grandson. What starts as a crude-bones road comedy evolves into a film that mixes slapstick, cultural commentary and unexpectedly tender moments. The blend of outrageous set pieces and earnest beats makes it accessible for viewers looking for both laughs and heart.
Sci‑fi action with a fresh take on a classic hunter
For sci-fi fans craving creature-feature thrills, a recent installment reframes the warrior-hunter mythos by following an underdog alien who seeks to prove himself by hunting an unkillable beast. Along the way he crosses paths with an android ally, and the film delivers tense action, atmospheric worldbuilding and a cliffhanger that leaves room for more. It’s a rousing pick for anyone who enjoys genre mashups and speculative stakes.
Documentary and niche picks for curious viewers
Rounding out this weekend’s highlights is a compelling documentary about a chess prodigy who broke gender barriers and took on the world’s best players. The film combines archival footage, gripping match sequences and interviews that chart an extraordinary career — an engrossing watch for sports and biography fans alike.
Whether you’re in the mood for romance, laughs, chills or high-stakes sci-fi, this Valentine’s weekend’s offerings include some of the best movies streaming now. Pick one — or build a marathon — and let the weekend viewing begin.
