Welcome to When To Stream’s Weekly Preview! Every week, we take a closer look at the major film streaming releases scheduled to launch in the next 7 days. As always, release dates are subject to change.
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Here are this week’s highlights:
Tuesday, June 16th, 2026
DEEP WATER – $19.99 Sale / TBD Rental
Cast: Aaron Eckhart, Ben Kingsley, Molly Belle Wright
Synopsis: A flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai goes down in the middle of the Pacific. After surviving the crash, the survivors soon discover they’re not alone and they must survive the shark infested waters.
What we like:
- The movie combines two of our favorite disaster subgenres: The shark thriller and the plane crash thriller. Two of our greatest fears! Gotta work out those issues through cinema.
- The film marks director Renny Harlin’s return to shark-attack cinema roughly 27 years after his 1999 trashterpiece Deep Blue Sea.
- The movie earned generally positive reviews for a shark thriller, with critics praising its old-fashioned creature-feature thrills and Harlin’s handling of the action sequences.
What we don’t like:
- We’re pumped to check this one out, but there’s no way Harlin could ever top this all-time classic scene from his previous shark work:
THE LAST ONE FOR THE ROAD – $14.99 Sale / TBD Rental
Cast: Filippo Scotti, Sergio Romano, and Pierpaolo Capovilla
Synopsis: A couple of jovial life-long drunkards run into a shy architecture undergrad, whose way of seeing things will be transformed as the trio wanders from pub to pub in search of a buried treasure.
What we like:
- The film had its world premiere in the prestigious Un Certain Regard section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, giving director Francesco Sossai his highest-profile international showcase to date.
- It won eight awards at the Italian David di Donatello Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Actor for Sergio Romano.
- The young protagonist Giulio is played by Filippo Scotti, who might be best know to US audiences for his lead role in Paolo Sorrentino’s 2021 Best International Feature nominee The Hand of God.
What we don’t like:
- Not many takers at the arthouse box-office for this Music Box Films release. It earned only $43K domestically.
PRESSURE – $24.99 Sale / $19.99 Rental
Cast: Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina, Damian Lewis
Synopsis: In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, Pressure follows General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg as they face an impossible choice—launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether.
What we like:
- The Focus Features drama is adapted from playwright and screenwriter David Haig’s acclaimed 2014 stage play of the same name. Haig also co-wrote the screenplay with director Anthony Maras.
- If you’re going to adapt a play that threatens to be a little stagey on film, you’d better have terrific actors. No problem here, with Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina, and Damian Lewis all making the dialogue crackle.
- The music was composed by Volker Bertelmann (also known as Hauschka), who won an Academy Award for his score for All Quiet on the Western Front.
What we don’t like:
- Sure, sure…the film was released to coincide with the anniversary of the D-Day invasion. But it’s also Pride Month, and Dwight D. Eisenhower was no friend of the gays. HOWEVER! It does give us the opportunity to share some of the hilarious memes that popped up after a photo of the former president surfaced:
THE WIZARD OF THE KREMLIN – $14.99 Sale / TBD Rental
Cast: Paul Dano, Alicia Vikander, Tom Sturridge, Jeffrey Wright, and Jude Law
Synopsis: In the chaos of post-Soviet Russia, rising KGB officer Vladimir Putin (Jude Law) joins forces with master manipulator Vadim Baranov (Paul Dano) to reshape life behind the Iron Curtain, using violence and deception to change the world forever. Putin and Baranov’s reign of chaos begins with lies and corruption, and quickly escalates to assassinations, tyranny, and eventually all-out war.
What we like:
- The film adapts the 2022 bestselling novel by Giuliano da Empoli, a political satire inspired by the rise of modern Russia and the influence of Kremlin strategist Vladislav Surkov.
- The film had its world premiere at the prestigious Venice International Film Festival, where it competed for the Golden Lion. Many critics praised Jude Law’s performance as Vladimir Putin, noting how effectively he captured his mannerisms and presence.
- Besides Law, the film is packed with talented actors, including Paul Dano, Alicia Vikander, Jeffrey Wright, Tom Sturridge, and Will Keen.
What we don’t like:
- It’s been a tough run for director Olivier Assayas. The revered French filmmaker hasn’t had an arthouse breakthrough in the US since 2016’s Personal Shopper. The Wizard of the Kremlin didn’t attract much of an audience, grossing only $650K at the domestic box-office. The mixed reviews likely didn’t help. It currently sits at 44% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
Also streaming Tuesday:
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
NEVER CHANGE! – Hulu
Cast: John Reynolds, Sofia Black-D’Elia, Carmen Christopher, Jo Firestone, Gary Richardson
Synopsis: In 2005, the graduating class of North Meadows High School had their senior year cut short due to a disastrous tornado that wrecked half the school. Now in their mid-30s, they’re being forced to return home and finish high school once and for all.
What we like:
- This comedy was written by and stars John Reynolds, best known for roles in Search Party and Stranger Things. He helped create the story along with director Marty Schousboe.
- Among the producers are Jon Watts, known for directing the recent Spider-Man trilogy, and Jason Woliner, who directed Borat Subsequent Moviefilm.
- The film world premiered at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, and so far…reviews have been pretty positive.
What we don’t like:
- As one of the major streaming platforms, Hulu does a terrific job of burying their original films. And it’s not like they’re all terrible! Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice had its charms. Pizza Movie was better than it needed to be. But has any Hulu original film ever maintained any cultural stickiness? It doesn’t help that their key art looks like it’s thrown together the week before release. If they don’t seem to care, why should we?
Also streaming Wednesday:
Thursday, June 18th, 2026
PROJECT HAIL MARY – MGM+
Cast: Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, and Milana Vayntrub
Synopsis: Astronaut Ryland Grace awakens on a spacecraft with no memory of himself or his mission. He slowly deduces he is the sole survivor of a crew sent to the Tau Ceti solar system in search of a solution to a catastrophic event on Earth. In his search for answers, Grace must rely on his vast array of scientific knowledge, sheer ingenuity, and human will – but he may not have to search alone.
What we like:
- This mega-hit for Amazon MGM Studios adapts Andy Weir’s 2021 novel of the same name. Weir is also the author of The Martian, which became the hit (and Oscar-nominated) 2015 film starring Matt Damon.
- Ryan Gosling not only stars as reluctant astronaut Ryland Grace but also serves as a producer. According to Gosling, he became involved after receiving the manuscript before publication and helped shepherd the project through years of development.
- The film was directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, famous for The LEGO Movie, the Jump Street films, and the Spider-Verse franchise. Remarkably, Project Hail Mary is their first live-action feature directing effort in more than a decade.
- Sandra Hüller is fantastic in this, and we hope she gets some Oscar attention. Her karaoke scene is one of the best in the film.
What we don’t like:
- We know Amazon still has to give some love to their MGM+ streaming service, but it’s tough that this one isn’t hitting Prime Video as well.
- The character name Ryland Grace sounds like it should be in a Colleen Hoover novel.
Friday, June 19th, 2026
FINNEGAN’S FOURSOME – $14.99 Sale / TBD Rental
Cast: Edward Burns, Brian d’Arcy James, Erica Hernández, Brian Muller
Synopsis: Two middle aged brothers and their respective sons travel to Ireland to play the Finnegan Family’s annual golf outing, where they distribute the ashes of the family patriarch.
What we like:
- Edward Burns has made numerous independent films over the years, but Finnegan’s Foursome marks his first movie shot and produced outside the United States, with production taking place in Ireland.
- Although patriarch Jack Finnegan has died before the main events of the film, his influence drives the entire story. The character is played by Ian McElhinney, known to many as Barristan Selmy from Game of Thrones.
- Filming took place on several Irish golf courses, including the famous Belmullet’s Carne Golf Links in County Mayo, which Burns described as “the most glorious in Ireland”.
What we don’t like:
- We weren’t able to find many reviews after the film’s premiere at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, though IMDB does have someone who saw it at the festival. Apparently, it’s over two hours long, and features too much golf:
HOW TO MAKE A KILLING – HBO Max
Cast: Glen Powell, Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, Zach Woods, Topher Grace, Bill Camp, Ed Harris
Synopsis: Disowned at birth by his obscenely wealthy family, blue-collar Becket Redfellow (Glen Powell) will stop at nothing to reclaim his inheritance, no matter how many relatives stand in his way.
What we like:
- Director John Patton Ford’s follow-up to his nifty crime thriller Emily the Criminal, which featured a terrific performance from Aubrey Plaza.
- Ford’s screenplay originally appeared on the 2014 Black List of best unproduced screenplays under the title Rothchild, and was inspired by the 1949 classic black comedy Kind Hearts and Coronets.
- The film has a stellar cast. In addition to star Glen Powell, it features Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, Zach Woods, Bill Camp, and Mr. Amy Madigan himself, Ed Harris!
What we don’t like:
- Unfortunately for all involved, this was both a critical and financial disappointment. The film currently sits at only 45% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes and grossed only about $7.8M at the domestic box-office. We’re still intrigued, and will definitely be checking it out on streaming.
VOICEMAILS FOR ISABELLE – Netflix
Cast: Zoey Deutch, Nick Robinson, Nick Offerman, Lukas Gage, Harry Shum Jr., Ciara Bravo, Megan Danso, Toby Sandeman, Leah McKendrick, Spencer Lord, Gil Bellows
Synopsis: Jill (Zoey Deutch) copes with her sister’s death by leaving her voicemails chronicling her chaotic life in San Francisco. When the number is unknowingly reassigned, an elusive Austin real estate agent begins receiving the hilariously confessional messages.
What we like:
- The film was originally announced in 2019 with Hailee Steinfeld attached to star and Sharon Maguire (Bridget Jones’s Diary) set to direct for Sony Pictures. Seven years later, it’s Zoey Deutch as the lead, and Leah McKendrick handling writing/directing duties.
- Although marketed as a romantic comedy, Deutch has emphasized that the film is fundamentally about sisterhood and grief as much as romance.
- Netflix movies always attract a deep bench of actors. In addition to Deutch and her co-star Nick Robinson (Simon, from Love, Simon), the film also features Nick Offerman, Luka Gage, Harry Shum Jr., Leah McKendrick, Spencer Lord, and Gil Bellows.
What we don’t like:
- Principal photography began in Vancouver, Canada, during the summer of 2025, even though the story is set primarily in San Francisco and Austin. As we always say…just set the movie in Canada! We love Canada!
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2 – Starz
Cast: John Michael Finley, Milo Ventimiglia, Sophie Skelton, Arielle Kebbel, Sammy Dell with Trace Adkins and Dennis Quaid
Synopsis: After the breakout success of the song “I Can Only Imagine,” MercyMe’s Bart Millard is living the dream—sold-out arenas, a devoted fan base, and a thriving career. But behind the spotlight, Bart’s past threatens the family he’s built, especially the fragile bond with his son, Sam. When hopeful newcomer Tim Timmons joins the band for their biggest tour yet, he unknowingly brings a renewed gratitude to Bart’s life through their unlikely friendship. Bart soon discovers that Tim carries hardships—and secrets—of his own, forcing him to face his past and repair his relationships with Sam and his wife, Shannon, before fame costs him what matters most.
What we like:
- Like the first movie, the sequel is based on the real life of Bart Millard, the lead singer of MercyMe. This time, instead of his childhood, it focuses on his life after fame, showing that success didn’t solve his struggles.
- Milo Ventimiglia (from This Is Us) plays Christian singer Tim Timmons, one of the most important new characters in the sequel.
- The film earned an A+ CinemaScore, just like the first movie.
What we don’t like:
- Even with an A+ CinemaScore, this sequel failed to match the box-office heights of its predecessor. While the first film earned $86M on a $7M budget, this one only managed $18M (on a reported $18M budget).
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