5 new movies to watch this week on Netflix, Apple TV, and more (November 9-15)

Published Nov 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EST After graduating from Marist University with a degree in communications and journalism, Dan Girolamo has over 10 years of experience writing about entertainment and sports. Dan's work can be seen in various publications, including Digital Trends, SportsCasting, and Tom's Guide. Throughout his career, Dan has interviewed several high-profile filmmakers and creatives, including Brendan Fraser, Jamie Lee Curtis, Caitriona Balfe, Frank Grillo, Miranda Cosgrove, Jai Courtney, Chris Columbus and James Cameron. Dan joins How-To Geek as a Senior Editor. When he's not writing about entertainment, Dan is either watching a movie or praying for the New York Knicks to win a championship. If Netflix is your favorite streaming service, this list is for you. Several new movies are premiering on Netflix this week, including a dramedy directed by Chris Rock, a documentary by Ron Howard, and a mystery thriller starring Jessica Chastain. As for the other movies on this list, you'll need Peacock and Apple TV. Peacock welcomes five movies from a legendary franchise, but we're spotlighting the first entry. Finally, my top selection of the week is an Apple TV movie from an Oscar-winning filmmaker. Stream all five movies in the U.S. 5 The Hunger Games Madness in the arena The Hunger Games franchise used to be on Netflix, but all five movies are heading to Peacock this month. I'm sure many fans, myself included, will revisit some of these movies in anticipation of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. You might as well start at the beginning with The Hunger Games, the movie that launched a cinematic universe. In Panem, each of the 12 districts must offer two tributes—one boy and one girl—to compete in the Hunger Games, a televised competition in which contestants fight to the death until only one person remains. District 12's Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) becomes an unlikely fan favorite and symbol of hope, something that President Snow (Donald Sutherland) looks to squash. This might be a young adult movie, but it's not made for kids—prepare for violence. The Hunger Games streams on Peacock on Nov. 14. 4 Avedon The life of an iconic photographer In terms of fashion photography and portraits, Richard Avedon is on the shortlist of most impactful photographers of the 20th century. Avedon photographed some of the most famous people in the world, including Marilyn Monroe, Tina Turner, Audrey Hepburn, Buster Keaton, and the Beatles. Despite passing away in 2004, Avedon's work is still influencing photography today. To capture Avedon's work, you need a filmmaker of similar stature. Enter Ron Howard, an Oscar-winning filmmaker and director of Avedon, one of Netflix's new documentaries in November. Avedon showcases some of the photographer's greatest accomplishments, along with stunning behind-the-scenes access to his life. It's a fitting tribute to a legend. Avedon streams on Netflix on Nov. 11. Avedon Release Date November 6, 2026 Runtime 104 minutes Director Ron Howard 3 Misty Green A satirical look at Hollywood It's difficult to believe that Chris Rock hasn't written and directed a movie since 2014's Top Five, a movie I enjoy. I hope the positive response to Misty Green motivates Rock to direct more films because he's clearly talented behind the camera. Speaking of Misty Green, Rock's latest movie is part Hollywood satire and part character drama about a washed-up actress looking for a comeback. Rosalind Eleazar stars as the titular Misty Green, a fictional Emmy-winning actress in her late 30s who has faded out of the spotlight. Her self-destructive tendencies—including drugs, alcohol, and sex—certainly don't help her chances of returning to Hollywood's good graces. As the walls close in around Misty, she'll attempt to put her career back together before it's too late. Slow Horses fans will recognize Eleazar, but more mainstream audiences will recognize her immense talent after watching Misty Green. Misty Green is now streaming on Netflix. Misty Green Release Date October 9, 2026 Runtime 104 minutes Director Chris Rock 2 ​​​​​​​Heartland Murder and mystery in Nashville In 2022, Prime Video released Run Sweetheart Run, a fun thriller from writer-director Shana Feste. The movie premiered at a festival in January 2020 and was scheduled for a theatrical release before COVID-19 derailed those plans. That movie deserved more attention because Feste crafted a funny, violent, and impactful thriller. Heartland should give Feste a bigger spotlight thanks to the Netflix machine behind her. Oscar winner Jessica Chastain stars as Misty Jones, a former country music star who has spent years away from the spotlight. When her niece, Charlie Heart (Carter Faith), a rising country music star, goes missing, Misty returns to Nashville to investigate the disappearance herself. It turns out that many of Nashville's criminals don't like Misty back in town and will do what it takes to keep her out. Netflix has become a destination for thrillers, so I have high hopes for Heartland. Heartland streams on Netflix on Nov. 13. Heartland Release Date November 13, 2026 Director Shana Feste Writers Shana Feste 1 ​​​​​​​Being Heumann The fight for disability rights When Siân Heder last wrote and directed a movie, the result was 2021's Coda, a heartfelt story about a teenager and the challenges of being the only hearing member of her family. Coda won the hearts of many, including myself, on its way to a surprising Best Picture win at the 2022 Oscars. For her next movie, Heder will now tackle a biopic in Being Heumann. Judy Heumann is a young disabled woman fighting for equal rights and treatment. After the government delayed implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Heumann helped lead a historic sit-in at a San Francisco federal building in 1977. Heumann became a pivotal leader in the disability rights movement, and her legacy lives on. Being Heumann streams on Apple TV on Nov. 13. ​​​​​​​ Being Heumann Release Date November 6, 2026 Runtime 127 minutes Director Siân Heder More movies to watch If you subscribe to Netflix, head to the thriller section and stream The Day After Tomorrow, an entertaining disaster movie. If you head to Paramount+, you'll find some classic movies that every cinephile should watch, including The Untouchables and 48 Hrs.