The Countdown: The Top 5 Reasons to Stay Home and Watch Movies This Weekend

Looking for a reason to cancel your plans and enjoy a cozy weekend at home? We’ll give you five. A stellar lineup of new movies is premiering, and here is our countdown of why you should be glued to your screen.
Reason #5: A Fresh and Original Sci-Fi Love Story. Hitting Apple TV+ tomorrow is All of You. In a world of sequels, an original, high-concept romance starring the talented Imogen Poots is a perfect reason to stay in and watch something new and thought-provoking.
Reason #4: The Return of a Modern Icon. M3GAN is back! The killer doll who took the internet by storm returns in M3GAN 2.0 on Peacock. This time, it’s robot vs. robot in a sequel that promises to be even more action-packed and darkly funny.
Reason #3: A Masterclass in Suspense from Nicolas Cage. Premiering today on Hulu, The Surfer features a performance from Nicolas Cage that people will be talking about. This tense, gripping psychological thriller is the kind of high-quality, adult drama that makes a night on the couch feel like a trip to the arthouse.
Reason #2: The John Wick Universe Gets Bigger and Better. Also out today is Ballerina on Starz. For fans of stylish, world-class action, this spin-off is a dream come true. Ana de Armas is a phenomenal lead, and the film delivers all the slick, brutal combat you could ever want.
Reason #1: The Ultimate Karate Kid Team-Up. The number one reason to stay home this weekend is Karate Kid: Legends, arriving Saturday on Netflix. The historic first-time meeting of Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han is a cinematic event that franchise fans cannot miss. It’s the perfect blend of nostalgia and thrilling new action.