10 Best Movies to Watch on Streaming Right Now (December 2023)
2023 has been a great year for cinema so far, as seen by the best new movies to watch on streaming. It must be noted that the 2023 box office hasn't been great, as several big-budget films have bombed against higher projections and hopes. However, many circumstances can explain those flops, such as bad marketing or strong competition. Nevertheless, thanks to streaming services, new movies are given a second chance at finding their audiences. It's now much easier to find and watch the very best movies with streaming services, and some of the films were even made exclusively for streaming platforms. Movies new and old often benefit from being available on streaming services, such as Dredd becoming a Netflix hit 11 years after it was a box office bomb. However, not all 2023 streaming hits were theatrical bombs, as some of the best movies of 2023 are now available to stream too. Here are the best new movies to watch on streaming right now across different platforms.
May December
May December is a thought-provoking and beautifully crafted film that explores the complexities of an unconventional romance. The narrative focuses on the marriage between a couple with a 23-year age difference, and how 36-year-old Gracie Atherton-Yoo was caught having sex with 13-year-old Joe Yoo 20 years earlier. The cinematography and score complement the story's mood, enhancing its emotional impact, and the nuanced performances by Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore are typically exceptional. After a limited theatrical run, the Netflix original movie is now available on the streamer, and May December will undoubtedly be one of Netflix's strongest contenders during awards season.
Elizabeth (Natalie Portman) and Gracie (Julianne Moore) on a field in May December
Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny concludes the legendary series with a riveting blend of adventure and nostalgia. Set in 1969, the film follows a seasoned Indy and his goddaughter, Helena, racing to secure a mystical artifact, Archimedes' Dial, from a Nazi-turned-NASA scientist. Harrison Ford shines, delivering a deeply emotional portrayal of Indy — even making audiences cry over Mutt — grappling with personal loss and a changing world. The narrative, rich in historical intrigue, spans from New York to exotic locales like Tangier and Sicily. Despite its at times overly ambitious use of CGI, the film rekindles the classic Indy spirit. A thrilling, heartfelt finale to an iconic saga.
Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones with his trademark fedora in The Dial of Destiny
The Family Plan
The Family Plan, an AppleTV+ original action comedy starring Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Monaghan, delivers an entertaining blend of humor and thrills. The plot revolves around Dan (Wahlberg), a former assassin, who embarks on a high-stakes adventure with his family, creating a dynamic that's exciting and surprisingly heartwarming. Wahlberg and Monaghan bring charisma and energy to their roles, elevating the film beyond its familiar tropes. Although the movie stretches a little too long, with its nearly two-hour runtime feeling slightly bloated, and its hard PG-13 rating introduces elements that occasionally clash with the film's lighter aspects, these are minor setbacks in an otherwise engaging and enjoyable cinematic experience.
Dan (Mark Wahlberg) carrying a baby in The Family Plan
