Looking for the latest movies hitting theatres and streaming platforms in the United States this week? Here is your NRI-focused guide to new Hollywood releases for the week of September 22-28, 2026.

Titles + cast + release dates below reflect reported release-week information. Verify current release dates + reviews at Box Office Mojo, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, Deadline before purchasing tickets or scheduling watch parties.

Major Theatrical Releases (Opening Friday, September 25, 2026)

Heart of the Beast (Reported Wide Release)

  • Reported cast: Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons, Anna Lambe
  • Reported director: David Ayer
  • Genre: Survival Thriller / Action
  • Reported studio: Paramount Pictures

Per launch coverage, a former Special Forces soldier and his combat dog reportedly crash in the Alaskan wilderness and must fight to survive. Reported as one of the biggest wide releases of the week.

Why NRIs should watch: Star power + survival-thriller appeal. Ideal for date night or family-friendly action fans (check MPAA rating for age suitability).

Primetime (Reported)

  • Reported starring: Robert Pattinson
  • Reported director: Lance Oppenheim
  • Genre: Drama / Thriller
  • Reported studio: A24

Reported A24 film inspired by the controversial TV show To Catch a Predator. Pattinson reportedly plays host Chris Hansen in this intense look at early-2000s true-crime television.

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Forgotten Island (Reported)

  • Reported studio: DreamWorks Animation
  • Genre: Animated Adventure / Fantasy

Two best friends reportedly discover a mysterious portal to a magical island inspired by Filipino mythology. Fun family-friendly option this weekend.

Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty! (Reported Limited/Wide)

  • Reported starring: Rinko Kikuchi
  • Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance
  • Reported studio: Sony Pictures Classics

Reported: A Tokyo ballroom dancer's life takes an unexpected turn after tragedy.

Charlie Harper (Reported)

  • Reported starring: Emilia Jones, Nick Robinson
  • Genre: Romance

Reported romantic drama receiving a limited-to-wider theatrical release.

Other Reported Limited Theatrical Releases

  • The Scout
  • Long Day's Journey Into Night
  • The Deputy
  • Documentary You Had to Be There

Top Reported Streaming & Digital Releases

The Love Hypothesis (Reported - Prime Video, Sept 23)

  • Reported starring: Lili Reinhart, Tom Bateman
  • Genre: Romantic Comedy

Reportedly based on Ali Hazelwood's bestselling novel. A PhD candidate fakes a relationship with her intimidating professor - pure rom-com fun for date night.

Brothers (Reported - Apple TV+, Sept 23)

  • Reported starring: Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson
  • Genre: Comedy

Reported: The two stars play fictionalized versions of themselves dealing with a family secret. Two-episode premiere per reports.

Other Reported VOD/Digital Titles (~Sept 22)

  • Ice Cream Man (horror)
  • Idiots (comedy with Dave Franco)
  • Spa Weekend
  • Super Troopers 3
  • Independent films

Currently Reported Performing Strong at the Box Office

  • Resident Evil (reportedly opened Sept 18, ~$60M+ opening weekend per reports) - see our detailed review
  • Practical Magic 2
  • Spider-Man: Brand New Day (still holding strong in reports)
  • The Odyssey

Quick Picks by Audience

  • Date Night / Romance: The Love Hypothesis (Prime Video) or Charlie Harper
  • Action / Thriller: Heart of the Beast (Brad Pitt reported)
  • Family / Kids: Forgotten Island
  • Awards Contender / Prestige: Primetime (Robert Pattinson reported)
  • Comedy: Brothers (Apple TV+ reported) or Super Troopers 3

Tips for NRIs in the USA

  • Check local theatre listings (AMC, Regal, Cinemark, or independent cinemas) for showtimes and any Indian-language options if available
  • Streaming platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Max, Netflix frequently add new titles mid-week
  • Many theatres offer discounted Tuesday tickets and early evening shows convenient for working professionals
  • For Telugu, Hindi or other Indian films: check local specialty theatres or platforms like Aha, Sun NXT, Zee5, Amazon India catalog
  • Compare live show times + reviews on Rotten Tomatoes before booking

What's Coming Next Week (Oct 2)

Watch for reported upcoming releases as fall movie season heats up toward year-end blockbusters.

Trusted Sources for Real-Time Verification

  • Box Office Mojo - boxofficemojo.com (real-time box-office numbers)
  • Rotten Tomatoes - aggregate critic + audience scores
  • Metacritic - weighted average critic scores
  • Deadline and Variety - trade industry reporting
  • Individual studio/streamer press releases

Which movie are you most excited to watch this weekend?

Disclaimer: All release dates, cast, box-office numbers and reviews referenced in this article reflect reported information + trade coverage as of publication. Verify current details on Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, Deadline and Box Office Mojo before making decisions.