The Halloween season might’ve ended on the calendar, but that hasn’t stopped Netflix subscribers from indulging in some gothic, and often violently graphic, horror this past week. At the time of writing, no movie is more popular on the platform in the U.S. than Guillermo del Toro‘s Frankenstein, the latest adaptation of Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking original text that has been a passion project of the director’s for many years. Although the odd Christmas movie has crept onto the streaming charts as the festive season is ushered in, Frankenstein has kept Halloween fever alive and well at the top. This weekend, a plethora of new arrivals will grace Netflix’s catalog, offering hours of entertainment. With that in mind, here’s a look at three movies you should give a try on Netflix this weekend.
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Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
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‘In Your Dreams’ (2025)
As the countdown to Christmas continues, families across the country will want to cozy up together and catch a weekend movie. For a film sure to entertain any generation, look no further than In Your Dreams. Wishing they could have the perfect family, siblings Stevie (Jolie Hoang-Rappaport) and Elliot (Elias Janssen) decide the Sandman is the best chance of granting their wishes, so they embark on a magical mission deep into their dreams.
A vibrant, colorful animated adventure with something for everyone, In Your Dreams is already being praised as one of the best new Netflix arrivals this November. Called “one of the funniest and most heartwarming of the year” in Collider’s official review, you’ll definitely not want to miss out on a tale sure to make you beam with joy and shed a heartfelt tear.
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‘Nouvelle Vague’ (2025)
If you’re looking for something more mature to sink your teeth into this weekend, why not try the latest project from acclaimed filmmaker Richard Linklater? Nouvelle Vague (aka New Wave) follows the creation of the industry-altering movie Breathless from Jean-Luc Godard as he looks to change cinema forever on a minimal budget under the bright lights of 1950s Paris.
For any budding cinephile, Breathless is a must-watch. A film that influenced not just many more like it but also a shift in cinema itself, this Godard masterpiece is wonderfully respected by the doting Linklater in Nouvelle Vague. “I adored this telling, from its opening frames to its closing moments,” Collider’s Jason Gorber wrote in his review, and this weekend, you can adore it too from the comfort of your own home.
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‘Being Eddie’ (2025)
So you’d rather some non-fiction to keep you entertained this weekend? Well, Netflix has the most exciting new documentary streaming right now. Diving deep into the life and career of the acclaimed Eddie Murphy, Being Eddie leaves no stone unturned in detailing the rise of one of comedy’s most famous faces and the troubles he tackled along the way.
From his early years to his breakout on SNL and becoming one of the biggest names on the planet, Being Eddie is a wonderful dive into the life of a true Hollywood icon. Directed by Academy Award winner Angus Wall, the movie features glimpses at some of the actor’s biggest movies, boasting a selection of testimonials from stars like Chris Rock, Jamie Foxx, Dave Chappelle, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart, and many more.
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November 12, 2025
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Angus Wall
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