Paramount+ is a great streaming service for building your next movie marathon. It adds dozens of movies to the platform each month; it added 93 new movies and shows in June alone. Many of these are beloved classics or more modern hits, but a few times a month, you even get brand-new movies from Paramount Skydance studios.
This week, I'm sticking with some more modern masterpieces. At the top of my list is "The Big Short," which is a movie I rewatch more than most others. Then, there's "The Manchurian Candidate," a 2004 remake of the 1962 political thriller classic, starring Denzel Washington. Finally, I'm keeping things in the thriller genre with "Witness," an incredible crime thriller starring Harrison Ford.
Here are the three new to Paramount+ movies that you need to be streaming this weekend. If you need more recommendations, check out our full guide to everything new on Paramount+ in June 2026.
'The Big Short' (2015)
Genre: Biographical comedy-drama
What's it about? Set around unpacking the causes of the 2008 financial crisis, "The Big Short" centers on three main groups, starting with Dr. Michael Burry (Christian Bale), who is first among the trio to short the housing market. Through Jared Vennett (Ryan Gosling), this news makes it to Mark Baum (Steve Carell) and his team, who then also start to short the mortgage sector. Finally, there's a duo of young investment bankers mentored by Ben Rickert (Brad Pitt), who also learn of the shorts and decide to join the fray. They all walk away rich while the U.S. economy collapses.
Why you should watch it: "The Big Short" is basically three incredible ensemble performances rolled into a single movie, and I love rewatching it, especially when I'm having writer's block. You probably won't watch it for that reason, but you definitely should still watch it.
Watch "The Big Short" on Paramount+ now
'The Manchurian Candidate' (2004)
Genre: Neo-noir political thriller
What's it about? "The Manchurian Candidate" stars Denzel Washington as Maj. Bennett Marco. He commanded a unit in the Persian Gulf War that included Sgt. First Class Raymond Shaw (Liev Schreiber) and both of them were captured during a mission, but later escaped. Since the war, Shaw has gone on to become a member of Congress and is now on track to be the next Vice President of the U.S., but Marco starts to uncover a conspiracy regarding their time in Kuwait that could put Shaw's candidacy in jeopardy.
Why you should watch it: While the 1962 original is probably the better movie, this 2004 remake is still worth checking out. Besides Denzel and Schreiber, the cast list also includes Meryl Streep, Jon Voight, Jeffrey Wright and a few other familiar faces. It's worth watching for some of their performances alone.
Watch "The Manchurian Candidate" on Paramount+ now
'Witness' (1985)
Genre: Neo-noir crime thriller
What's it about? "Witness" stars Harrison Ford as Det. Cpt. John Book, a member of the Philadelphia Police Department. He's been tasked with protecting Samuel, a young Amish boy who witnessed the murder of an undercover cop, and it turns out the perpetrator is another officer. To keep him safe, Harrison returns with Samuel to Amish country, and the members of the community are less than thrilled to have an outsider among them.
Why you should watch it: This crime thriller was a hit with critics and at the box office. It scored eight Oscar nominations, including one for Ford's performance. It's a must-watch now that you can stream it on Paramount+.
Watch "Witness" on Paramount+ now
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