The top MGM+ movies to watch this week
The top MGM+ movies to watch this week
From big action to offbeat comedies, here are seven MGM+ picks worth your time.
MGM+ probably isn’t the first app you tap when you’re hunting for something to watch. I get it. But the rebranded EPIX brand has some really good movies right now, including big theatrical swings, high-art imports, and that deep MGM vault. I scrolled through the catalog and pulled seven that really stood out. You’ve got straight-up spoofs, some huge action spectacles, and at least one heavy revenge drama in here. Basically, a little chaos for every mood. Here’s what I’ve been watching on MGM+ lately.
Top 7 movies streaming on MGM+ right now:
No. 7: ‘The Naked Gun’ (2025) | Comedy
The long-in-the-works reboot of “The Naked Gun” is finally here, and I had a stupid grin on my face pretty much the entire movie. Director Akiva Schaffer, yes, the “Popstar” guy, treats it like a legacy sequel instead of a lazy redo. Liam Neeson, of all people, puts on the trench coat as Frank Drebin Jr., and somehow the ultra-serious action star doing deadpan nonsense totally works. Pamela Anderson leans into the femme fatale energy, Paul Walter Hauser and Kevin Durand handle the slapstick, and Danny Huston pops up as this Elon Musk-ish tech billionaire that Drebin just cannot take seriously.
The plot is gloriously dumb in the best way. Frank and Capt. Ed Hocken Jr. investigate a shady death tied to something literally called a “P.L.O.T. Device.” Every scene has visual gags or wordplay that makes you groan and then laugh anyway. The pacing moves fast, the jokes keep coming, and producer Seth MacFarlane makes sure nothing feels timid. I saw this in theaters and laughed loud enough to get side-eyed if everyone else wasn’t laughing too. If you loved the original “Police Squad!” chaos, this hits that sweet spot of nostalgia and fresh absurdity.
The Naked Gun
Only one man has the particular set of skills… to lead Police Squad and save the world: Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. Following in his father’s footsteps, he must solve a murder case to prevent Police Squad from closure.
No. 6: ‘Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning’ (2025) | Action thriller
For the eighth entry in the franchise, “Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning” has Christopher McQuarrie back directing, and Tom Cruise once again risking his life for our entertainment. Ethan Hunt and the IMF crew are racing to stop a rogue AI called “the Entity” that could basically erase free will.
And yes, the stunts are insane. The biplane sequences is truly impressive, and Cruise still refuses to do things the easy way. The movie also wraps up the story nicely, giving longtime characters real emotional beats along the way. It runs close to three hours, but if you’re here for high-stress action and Tom Cruise being completely unhinged in the best way, it absolutely delivers.
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning
Ethan Hunt and team continue their search for the terrifying AI known as the Entity — which has infiltrated intelligence networks all over the globe — with the world’s governments and a mysterious ghost from Hunt’s past on their trail. Joined by new allies and armed with the means to shut the Entity down for good, Hunt is in a race against time to prevent the world as we know it from changing forever.
No. 5: ‘IF’ (2024) | Family fantasy
Sometimes you just want something soft and a little magical, and “IF” does exactly that. Written and directed by John Krasinski, it follows a young girl named Bea, played by Cailey Fleming, who discovers she can see everyone’s imaginary friends. Her neighbor, played by Ryan Reynolds, can see them too, so they team up to help these forgotten companions reconnect with the adults who once imagined them. The voice cast is stacked with Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., and Steve Carell, all jumping in.
I went in thinking this would just be cute, and I definitely didn’t expect to get emotional. Krasinski keeps things light and funny, but there’s some real heart about growing up and losing that childlike wonder. The effects are playful, not overwhelming, and the chemistry between Fleming and Reynolds keeps it grounded. If you love movies that mix whimsy with a little lump-in-your-throat feeling, check it out.
IF
After discovering she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with their kids.
No. 4: ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ (2024) | Historical adventure
This French adaptation of “The Count of Monte Cristo” is big, dramatic, and exactly what you want from a classic revenge epic. Directed by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière, it follows Pierre Niney as Edmond Dantès, the sailor who’s falsely accused, thrown into the fortress prison Château d’If, escapes, and comes back years later as the mysterious Count, ready to destroy the people who betrayed him.
The movie does a great job of staying true to Dumas’ novel while still feeling modern. Niney brings serious intensity, and the duels and court politics feel alive instead of dusty. The movie also doesn’t pretend that revenge is clean. Dantès’ plan hurts innocent people, too, and the film actually sits with that. The costumes are gorgeous, the scale feels epic, and somehow the runtime flies by at about three hours.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Edmond Dantès becomes the target of a sinister plot and is arrested on his wedding day for a crime he did not commit. After 14 years in the island prison of Château d’If, he manages a daring escape. Now rich beyond his dreams, he assumes the identity of the Count of Monte-Cristo and exacts his revenge on the three men who betrayed him.
No. 3: ‘The Running Man’ (2025) | Sci-fi thriller
Edgar Wright jumping into full dystopian mode with “The Running Man” was always going to be interesting. This 2025 version goes back to Stephen King’s original 1982 novel and follows Ben Richards, played by Glen Powell, a desperate man who signs up for a televised manhunt called The Running Man. The hook is simple and brutal: survive while professional hunters and the public track you down for cash and ratings.
Wright has been open about wanting this take to feel closer in tone to King’s book than the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger movie. So instead of leaning into camp, this one dig harder into the media machine and the way entertainment feeds on violence. It’s slick, intense, and more pointed in its social commentary, with an ending that shifts a little from the novel while still having King’s blessing. If you’re curious how Wright handles big studio action with a darker edge, this is the one to check out.
The Running Man
Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards is convinced by The Running Man’s charming but ruthless producer to enter the deadly competition game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite — and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall.
No. 2: ‘Roofman’ (2025) | Crime dramedy
You honestly could not make this up. “Roofman” tells the real story of Jeffrey Manchester, an Army Reserve officer who robbed dozens of McDonald’s by literally cutting through the roofs. At one point, he hid inside a Toys “R” Us and built himself a secret hideout among the shelves. Director Derek Cianfrance co-writes the script with Kirt Gunn and turns it into this strange mix of heist comedy and character study.
Tara and I saw this in theaters, and we were both really impressed with Channing Tatum. He reportedly lost 70 pounds for the role and completely commits, giving the character enough charm to stay on his side. Kirsten Dunst plays his girlfriend Leigh, who works at the toy store, and Peter Dinklage plays the stressed manager stuck in the chaos. The movie leans into how bizarre the crimes were, but it doesn’t ignore the fallout. It’s weird, tense, and darkly funny all at once.
Roofman
A former Army Ranger and struggling father turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname “Roofman.” After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in.
No. 1: ‘She Rides Shotgun’ (2025) | Action drama
My top pick right now is “She Rides Shotgun.” Directed by Nick Rowland and adapted from Jordan Harper’s novel, it follows ex-con Nate, played by Taron Egerton, who grabs his estranged 11-year-old daughter Polly, played by Ana Sophia Heger, and goes on the run when his old gang puts a target on his family. They’re dodging a corrupt sheriff and violent gang members while Nate tries to teach Polly how to survive, and she slowly reminds him what a dad actually means.
There are some intense set pieces in this one. A highway chase, motel shoot-outs, and a siege at a meth lab. But there are also quiet moments, like Nate bleaching Polly’s hair in a motel sink, that give the whole thing real heart. The emotional core helps keep everything grounded, and Egerton and Heger really sell the bond. By the end, you feel wrung out in the best way. If you want something violent, heartfelt, and surprisingly tender, this one’s the standout on MGM+ right now.
She Rides Shotgun
Newly released from prison and marked for death by unrelenting enemies, Nate must now protect his estranged 11-year-old daughter, Polly, at all costs. With scant resources and no one to trust, Nate and Polly forge a bond under fire as he shows her how to fight and survive—and she teaches him the true meaning of unconditional love.