Trending movies and series this week: The End of Oak Street and Lanterns on the marquee
Discover the titles buzzing on the big screen and streaming, from Oak Street's cosmic mystery to Lanterns' interstellar investigations.
The End of Oak Street, the phenomenon shaking screens
The End of Oak Street (2026) - Science Fiction / Mystery - directed by David Robert Mitchell - in theaters or VOD
- Why it's buzzing: the year's first release that blew up the TMDB charts, word-of-mouth revolves around its cosmic plot and enigmatic atmosphere.
- Pitch: A celestial event tears the suburb of Oak Street away and throws it into an unknown place, plunging the Platt family into a reality-defying mystery.
Movies everyone is talking about
Moana, the Legend of the Edge of the World (2026) - Family / Fantasy - directed by Thomas Kail - in theaters or VOD
- Why it's buzzing: highly anticipated release, fans of the Polynesian universe flock to the new adventure of the rebellious girl.
- Pitch: Facing a curse cast by Maui, the daughter of an impetuous chief answers destiny's call to save her island.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) - Science Fiction / Action - directed by Destin Daniel Cretton - in theaters or VOD
- Why it's buzzing: the adult hero, withdrawn from the world, draws curious viewers who want a darker, more introspective Peter Parker.
- Pitch: Four years after disappearing, Peter lives in isolation, deliberately erasing his own memories and those of his loved ones.
Odyssée (2026) - Adventure / Action - directed by Christopher Nolan - in theaters or VOD
- Why it's buzzing: the master of epic time returns with a mythological reinterpretation that captivates blockbuster fans.
- Pitch: After twenty years of the Trojan War, King Odysseus returns to Ithaca, but his path is strewn with fantastical trials.
Mayday (2026) - Action / Comedy - directed by Jonathan Goldstein - available on AppleTV+ (Amazon Channel)
- Why it's buzzing: the blend of Cold War espionage and off-beat humor delights viewers seeking light historical fare.
- Pitch: A U.S. Navy pilot, stranded behind enemy lines, must carry out a top-secret mission with unexpected consequences.
Series of the moment
Lanterns (2026) - Drama / Mystery - directed by Alik Sakharov - available on HBO Max and MAX
- Why it's buzzing: the intergalactic series mixes police investigation with a dark thriller, attracting sci-fi and mystery fans.
- Pitch: Two interstellar cops investigate a murder in America, uncovering a mystery that threatens Earth.
Silo (2023) - Drama / Mystery - directed by Adam Bernstein - available on AppleTV+ (Amazon Channel)
- Why it's buzzing: the post-apocalyptic setting continues to fascinate, online discussions flare around the silo's revelations.
- Pitch: In a toxic future, thousands of inhabitants live under strict rules in a massive underground silo.
Reacher (2022) - Action / Adventure - directed by Nick Santora - available on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads
- Why it's buzzing: the return of the veteran vigilante sparks renewed interest in action-novel adaptations.
- Pitch: Jack Reacher, former military investigator, begins civilian life facing new dangers.
Bleach (2004) - Action / Adventure - available on Disney Plus
- Why it's buzzing: the cult series finds a new audience thanks to algorithmic recommendations and nostalgic marathons.
- Pitch: Ichigo Kurosaki, a teen who can see spirits, gets drawn into the battle between the worlds of the living and the dead.
Lioness (2023) - Drama / War - directed by Taylor Sheridan - available on Paramount Plus and Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel
- Why it's buzzing: Sheridan's military drama draws fans of intense, realistic stories about covert operations.
- Pitch: Marine Cruz Manuelos joins the CIA's Lioness team, blending strategy and personal conflict in high-risk missions.
