A streaming service that always gives its subscribers a substantial bang for their buck, Peacock never fails to provide a solid lineup of films every month. From old classics to relatively new arrivals, the streaming service has it all. In fact, two of the movies scheduled to hit the platform in May were in theaters as recently as a couple of months ago, both of which have amazing casts.
With stellar casts across the board next month, audiences will undoubtedly be enthralled by whatever movie they choose to watch. From horror films to spy dramas and everything in between, Peacock subscribers won’t be hard-pressed to find something worth watching for their next movie night. The films might not be Peacock originals, but they’ll certainly be exclusive to the streaming service all month long.
‘The Hunt’
Stream on May 1
An action horror film, The Hunt follows a group of 12 strangers who wake up in a clearing with a gag over their mouths and a small cache of guns mysteriously provided to them. With no recollection of how they got there and no understanding as to why they’ve been kidnapped, it doesn’t take long for them to realize they’re in the midst of a deadly game.
It turns out a few ruthless elitists have brought them to a remote location in order to hunt them for sport. Everything unfolds as planned until one of the hunted, Crystal (Betty Gilpin), puts up a substantial fight and begins to turn the tables on those pursuing her. The Hunt is streaming on May 1.
‘Black Bag’
Stream on May 2
Directed by Steven Soderbergh, Black Bag is a spy drama that follows two legendary British intelligence agents, George (Michael Fassbender) and Kathryn Woodhouse (Cate Blanchett), who happen to be married. When George is tasked with investigating possible traitors, his wife is on the list of potential renegade spies who have betrayed the nation.
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Loyal and devoted to his marriage, he is forced to face the ultimate test, one to which he doesn’t know the answer to just yet. With Marisa Abela, Naomie Harris, Regé-Jean Page, Gustaf Skarsgård, and Pierce Brosnan rounding out the cast, the movie offers a gripping tale with stellar performances. Black Bag is streaming on May 2.
‘Love Hurts’
Stream on May 9
A mashup of genres, Love Hurts is an action comedy that follows Milwaukee realtor Marvin Gable (Ke Huy Quan). Seemingly innocuous, his secret past turns out to be livelier than anyone could have guessed. After his former partner in crime, Rose (Ariana DeBose), sends him a mysterious red envelope completely out of the blue, it’s clear he can no longer run from the violent life he thought he left behind.
Subsequently pulled back into his brutal past, Marvin will now have to confront his estranged crime-lord brother, Alvin “Knuckles” Gable (Daniel Wu), who is hot on his trail. As he navigates the consequences of his past, he taps into his former talents as a hitman rather quickly. With a cast that includes the likes of Marshawn Lynch, the film is definitely a perfect mix of action and humor. Love Hurts is streaming on May 9.
‘John Wick’ Franchise
Stream on May 15
With a fifth film currently in the works, a television series, and the forthcoming Ballerina set in the same universe, the John Wick franchise has certainly made a lasting impression. Starring Keanu Reeves as the titular character, John Wick follows a former hitman who returns to the torrid lifestyle after he’s robbed, and his beagle puppy is killed. Having just lost his wife, the dog was meant to help him cope.
However, with nothing left to lose, all John wants is revenge, which he handily achieves on more than one occasion. Originally meant to be a standalone movie, its success sparked an immediate sequel. Now all four films will be on Peacock just in time for viewers to watch before catching Ballerina in theaters this summer. John Wick and its sequels are streaming on May 15.
‘Nope’
Stream on May 18
Written, directed, and produced by the inimitable Jordan Peele, Nope is a neo-Western science fiction horror film that follows two siblings, OJ (Daniel Kaluuya) and Emerald Haywood (Keke Palmer), who own a ranch in a dusty California town. When random objects begin falling from the sky without reason, they set out to uncover what’s responsible for the enigmatic event.
Meanwhile, the owner of a nearby theme park, Ricky ‘Jupe’ Park (Steven Yeun), attempts to profit from the baffling phenomenon, which could prove to have dire consequences. Enthralling and wildly unexpected, the film keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Nope is streaming on May 18.
For a complete list of every movie coming to Peacock, check the list below.
May 1
- 47 Ronin
- 99 Homes
- The Amazing Spider-Man
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2
- Backtrace
- Belly
- Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk
- Billy Madison
- Bleeding Steel
- Blended
- Braven
- Bridesmaids
- Buffaloed
- Carol
- The Change-Up
- Chinese Zodiac
- The Courier
- Despicable Me 3
- The Expendables
- The Expendables 2
- The Expendables 3
- Georgia Rule
- Get Out
- Glass
- Grown Ups
- Grown Ups 2
- Happily N’ever After 2: Show White
- Here Comes The Boom
- The Hunt
- Jet Li’s Fearless
- Judge Dredd
- Kindergarten Cop
- King Arthur: Legend of the Sword
- Knocked Up
- The Last Stand
- Legally Blonde
- Legally Blonde 2: Red, White And Blonde
- Letters From Iwo Jima
- Life of Pi
- Man Up
- Memoirs of a Geisha
- Minions
- My Cousin Vinny
- Neighbors
- Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising
- The Notebook
- Now You See Me
- Now You See Me 2
- Paul Blart Mall Cop
- Paul Blart Mall Cop 2
- Pixels
- Public Enemies
- Requiem For a Dream
- Rough Night
- The Rundown
- Saving Private Ryan
- Schindler’s List
- The Secret of Roan Inish
- Seventh Son
- Snitch
- Snow Falling on Cedars
- Split
- The Town
- Tyler Perry’s Boo 2: A Madea Halloween
- Warcraft
- The Warrior Queen Of Jhansi
- The Wedding Singer
- Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory
- Zookeeper
May 2
May 4
May 9
May 11
- Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris
May 15
- The Boss Baby: Family Business
- John Wick
- John Wick: Chapter 2
- John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
- John Wick: Chapter 4
- Trolls Band Together
- Trolls Band Together: Sing-Along
May 18
May 19
- The Kouncil
- Older, Hotter, Wiser?
- People Like Me
- The Warehouse Phase
May 29
This story originally appeared on Movieweb
