8 New Movies You Can Finally Watch at Home This Month

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With warmer weather here, many people are eager to enjoy the outdoors. But if you’d rather stay in and watch a movie, we’ve got you covered! Here are eight recently released films you can rent online – they cost a little extra, but offer a great selection. We’ve included movies from directors like Soderbergh, Lowery, and Wheatley, plus one of the year’s biggest hits. There’s something for everyone!

May 5

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, 108 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=7K3sNRm8J0w

Samara Weaving is back as Grace MacCaullay in a new sequel that takes the terrifying premise of the 2019 hit thriller—where Grace was pursued by her fiancé’s family for a sinister ritual—and expands it with its own unique mythology. The film stars Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, David Cronenberg, and Elijah Wood, and delivers a bloody, action-packed continuation, picking up immediately after the first movie’s ending. This time, Grace is hunted by five different families. Available to rent or buy digitally.

May 12

The Christophers

Steven Soderbergh, 100 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=m2d1x7VuDmo

Sir Ian McKellen plays Julian Sklar, a private painter who began a collection called The Christophers in the 1990s. After his health declines, his children ask Lori Butler (Michaela Coel) to help finish the series, working with their father and then completing the paintings in his style so they can be sold later. The film, written by Ed Solomon, cleverly explores the relationship between art and commerce, and McKellen and Coel deliver fantastic performances. Available for rental or purchase on demand.

Project Hail Mary

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, 156 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=m08TxIsFTRI

Widely considered an Oscar frontrunner, this hugely popular and critically acclaimed film (having already earned $675 million worldwide) is a must-see. The story follows a man, played by Ryan Gosling, who mysteriously finds himself alone at the edge of the universe. With the help of a new alien friend, he pieces together his forgotten mission: to save Earth. It’s a clever, funny, and heartwarming movie that proves big-budget films can still be great when made with skill and creativity. Now available to rent or buy on demand.

May 19

Lee Cronin’s The Mummy

Lee Cronin, 133 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=XJ0uv-phsDk

The director of Evil Dead Rise is now tackling The Mummy, a series known for its shifting style – from the classic Boris Karloff films to the action-packed Brendan Fraser movies and, more recently, the Tom Cruise version. This new take focuses heavily on horror; in fact, with just a few tweaks, it could easily be mistaken for another Evil Dead film. Starring Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, and May Calamawy, the story centers on a family whose long-lost daughter returns home… but she’s not quite herself. If you enjoy classic Universal monsters with a healthy dose of gore, this movie is for you. Now available to rent or buy digitally.

Mother Mary

David Lowery, 112 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=ATGaqU6Srcc

This intriguing drama from A24 didn’t get much attention in theaters, but it’s worth watching at home. From the director of The Green Knight, the film explores the complex relationship between a famous pop star (Anne Hathaway) and the friend (Michaela Coel) who originally created her iconic image. They reconnect when the star needs a new look for a major performance. It’s a challenging film, but the director tackles fascinating themes with a distinctive style and visuals, making it deserving of a wider audience. Now available to rent or buy on demand.

Normal

Ben Wheatley, 91 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=5OndK0w1lYY

This movie takes the quirky tone of Fargo and injects it with action, coming from the director of Kill List and Free Fire. Bob Odenkirk proves he’s a surprising action lead as the temporary sheriff of Normal, Minnesota. A botched bank robbery reveals the town is far from ordinary, and Lena Headey and Henry Winkler join the cast. The film was a success for Magnolia Pictures, boosted by a strong promotional campaign led by Odenkirk himself. You can currently rent or buy it on demand.

May 20

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, 98 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=En5QZmL5R1s

This is the year’s biggest blockbuster! The movie is already nearing $1 billion worldwide, and it’s connecting with audiences of all ages. It appeals to those who grew up with it, as well as their children and even grandchildren. Honestly, the story isn’t the point – it’s all about the vibrant visuals, the things you remember from childhood, and a chance to relax and enjoy yourself for a while. You can now rent or buy it on demand.

May 31

Iron Lung

Markiplier, 125 minutes

https://youtube.com/watch?v=watch?v=IaEtA56pd_w

While other films have earned more at the box office, this movie’s success story is particularly noteworthy in 2026. Created and released independently by YouTuber Markiplier with a budget exceeding $50 million, it reached audiences in unconventional ways and initially seemed unlikely to be available for rental or purchase. However, it will now be available exclusively on YouTube Movies starting May 31st, and a physical copy is also planned – reportedly being managed and shipped from the director’s home. That makes perfect sense. It’s also coming to video-on-demand platforms.

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2026-05-27 15:55