ActorRobert Pattinsonhas become a fan favorite for his transformation from teen heartthrob to one of the most daring actors to date, tackling unconventional and challenging roles. Director Bong Joon Ho broke records when his filmParasitebecame the first non-English-language film to win Best Picture at the Oscars. Who would not be excited about the two pairing up? Well,after a few slight delaysto get to a release date, cinemagoers get to check outMickey 17for themselves as it finally arrives in theaters.
Beyond the anticipatedMickey 17, this weekend is packed with plenty of options for film fans to check out, including a few notable Oscar contenders finally making their way to streaming. Here are the notable releases for the weekend of July 02, 2025.
‘Mickey 17’ Is This Weekend’s Must-Watch Movie
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Ahead of its theatrical debut,Mickey 17scored an impressive 84% on Rotten Tomatoes. Still, with Pattinson’s star power and Bong Joon Ho’s critical acclaim, fans were likely to flock to the theaters regardless to check out this sci-fi dark comedy. Those who enjoy biting satire in a sci-fi setting will also find that the movie’s themes of classism and demagogue worship give the movie depth to keep the dark comedy intellectually driven.
Other Movies to Check Out This Weekend
This weekend is packed with anticipated new releases and new-to-streaming titles.Wickedfinally transitions to streaming, allowing fans to sing along in the comfort of their homes when it lands on Peacock.In his review, MovieWeb’s Julian Roman noted, “Wickedhits mostly high notes in a dazzling theatrical adaptation that’s sure to delight fans of the Broadway show and newcomers alike.” Oscar Award winner for Best Picture,Anora, finally lands on Hulu. You can read Britt Hayes’sglowing review of the film here.
New streaming titles include a potential new family favorite inPlankton: The Movie, which focuses on the titular curmudgeonly owner of the Chum Bucket. The horror featureBloody Axe Wound, which our own Greg Archer highlighted ascarrying punk rock/horror vibes, is available on Shudder.
