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I’m a frequent visitor to my local cinema. In fact, every year I try to see at least 100 movies on the big screen (I’ve made 31 cinema trips in 2026 so far). This means I see a lot of movies, from the biggest blockbusters to smaller movies that maybe don’t get the attention they deserve.
Welcome to Movies You (Probably) Skipped, a monthly column where I pick out the best new releases that didn't quite pull in the crowds on the big screen, but deserve a second chance now they've arrived on streaming.
That’s why I created this column, “Movies You (Probably) Skipped,” giving me the chance to shine a spotlight on some of the best flicks I’ve seen recently in theaters that flew under the radar. The good news is that all of these movies are available to watch on some of the best streaming services. Don’t make the same mistake twice and skip them.
These five movies, ranging from a gripping revenge-fueled action-thriller to a surprisingly clever meta-infused comedy, deserve your attention. They might not have the name recognition of a major tentpole release, but each is worthy of your watch time this week.
Article continues below‘Sisu: Road to Revenge’ (Netflix)
Fans of “John Wick” will love the “Sisu” series, and the 2025 sequel “Road to Revenge” has arrived on Netflix this month. It enjoyed as strong a critical reception as its predecessor (93% on Rotten Tomatoes), though its box office returns dropped by around a third, which suggests that not enough people went out to support this action-thriller. If you skipped it, now is the time to correct that oversight, as it’s a fast-paced, exciting watch.
Set in 1946, former commando Aatami Korpi (Jorma Tommila) has packed up his things and plans to rebuild his home somewhere new. However, when he steps onto Soviet soil, the KGB unleashes Yeagor Draganov (Stephen Lang), with promises of a rich reward if he deals with “the man who refuses to die.” The pair have history; Draganov was the man who brutally murdered Korpi’s family. Revenge is on the agenda.
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‘Anaconda’ (Netflix)
“Anaconda” is a movie that continues to sit very well with me. I wasn’t its biggest fan when it hit cinemas last December, but after a lazy Sunday rewatch on Netflix, I came to appreciate its strength over its stumbles. Not to mention it’s meta-commentary on the nature of reboots, and movies in general (“movies should have themes”) is surprisingly clever for a new spin on what was always a cheesy ‘90s action-comedy. The pairing of comedic stars, Jack Black and Paul Rudd, helps, too.
Doug (Black) and Griff (Rudd) are two middle-aged men stuck in a rut. Unsatisfied with their daily route and inability to achieve their childhood dreams, they make a spur-of-the-moment decision to head into the Amazon Rainforest and film a bootleg reimagining of their favorite movie, “Anaconda.” While on location in the jungle, they are stalked by a giant, murderous snake. And yes, this adventure comedy has themes.
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‘Send Help’ (PVOD)
Sam Raimi is given full license to showcase his trademark dark humor in this delightfully wicked survival thriller. Rachel McAdams is exceptional as a downtrodden office worker, given power over her arrogant boss when the two are stranded on a tropical island. Dylan O’Brien plays said boss and is just as good at portraying a character tailor-made to elicit viewer disgust and anger. “Send Help” is plenty entertaining and builds to a chaotic ending.
Linda (McAdams) is a hardworking employee who has long been promised a promotion by her boss. But when the CEO’s son takes over the company, the position is given to a junior staffer, who is ill-qualified for the role. Furious and humiliated, Linda gets a chance to flip the power dynamics when the two wash up on a deserted island after a plane crash. Linda has the necessary survival skills to thrive and isn’t about to share her expertise without getting something in return.
Watch "Send Help" on Prime Video (buy/rent) now
‘Crime 101’ (Prime Video)
I was deeply disappointed to see “Crime 101” flop at the box office. Forget making the studio a profit; it didn’t even manage to claw back its hefty $90 million budget. I'm not a shareholder in Amazon MGM Studios, but I always want to see high-quality movies succeed, particularly original ones (we need more original movies). Fortunately, “Crime 101” has found success on Prime Video, where it continues to reign as the No. 1 movie on the platform.
Starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan and Halle Berry, “Crime 101” is a sprawling crime thriller that interweaves the stories of a handful of intriguing characters before bringing them all together in a well-constructed conclusion. Hemsworth is a jewel thief looking to leave the criminal world behind. Ruffalo is the LAPD detective on his trail. Keoghan is the wildcard, not afraid to get his hands dirty. And Berry is a frustrated insurance broker who feels undervalued at work and makes a rash decision that lands her in hot water.
Watch "Crime 101" on Prime Video now
‘The Plague’ (AMC+)
I’ll confess to having missed “The Plague” in theaters, but in my defence, my local cinema chose not to show it, and with it amassing around 685K at the box office, I think it’s fair to say that most theaters probably didn’t show this one. Having now caught up via streaming, I can confirm it’s good value for its 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This psychological drama is seriously anxiety-inducing. It successfully lays bare the trauma of childhood and the desperate desire to fit in and be part of the “in” group that many of us felt in our youth.
Set at a water polo summer camp, Ben (Everett Blunck) is a nervous young kid who is eager to keep his head down and not cause any social ripples. But when he shows basic kindness to the outcast Eli (Kenny Rasmussen), the ruthless social hierarchy bites back hard. The popular campers spread a rumor that Ben has contracted a contagious “plague” from Eli, and he endures relentless teasing and shunning. As the situation escalates, peer pressure mounts, and what starts as just “kids being kids” becomes something more dangerous and unsettling.
Watch "The Plague" on AMC+ now
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