10 New Movies To Watch This Weekend on HBO, Hulu, and Disney Plus (October 23-25)

The live-action remake of Moana arrives on Disney Plus, continuing Disney’s trend of photorealistic retellings of its animated classics. Nearly every line, beat, and song mirrors the 2016 original, with only minor adjustments. Despite mixed reviews, Disney’s live-action remakes consistently generate substantial revenue, though critics question their artistic necessity.

Olivia Wilde’s The Invite, a drama set in San Francisco, follows a couple whose marriage unravels during a double date with their neighbors. The film showcases strong performances and has been praised as one of the year’s best dramas. The story explores marital strain and impulsive decisions with a sharp narrative focus.

Finding Emily, a British romcom, centers on Owen, a romantic who misplaces a phone number and emails every Emily in town to reconnect. His search leads him to Emily, a psychology student who studies him for her dissertation. The film blends humor and heart in a modern take on classic romcom tropes.

Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, a stop-motion horror-comedy from Aardman Studios, follows Shaun as he uses science to restore a pumpkin patch. The Farmer accidentally transforms into a Bigfoot-like monster, delivering a dialogue-free adventure inspired by classic horror. The film is a family-friendly blend of humor and suspense.