Thanks to the way that the calendar falls, the first weekend of November begins on the first day of the month. And that means Hulu has added a brand new lineup of recent and classic hits. That’s always the best time to find something fresh to watch on the Disney-owned streamer. But to start the month off right, we’re suggesting the following picks for three great Hulu movies that you need to stream this weekend.
Our choices include an unforgettable comedy/drama, a sci-fi/horror film, and an action/adventure title that is turning 20 years old this month.
We also have guides to the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.
Waitress (2007)
There’s an inherent tragedy to Waitress because its co-star, writer, and director, Adrienne Shelly, was murdered before the film hit theaters. But Shelly’s legacy is a wonderful comedy/drama starring The Diplomat‘s Keri Russell as Jenna Hunterson, a waitress who feels trapped by her abusive husband, Earl Hunterson (Jeremy Sisto), and their soon-to-be born child.
Jenna is so desperate to escape her life that she hides money to build her new life, and she even starts an affair with her obstetrician, Dr. Jim Pomatter (Nathan Fillion). But the walls are closing in on Jenna as she tries to figure out her next move, while fearing the consequences of what Earl may do if he discovers her true intentions.
Watch Waitress on Hulu.
Hollow Man (2000)
Kevin Bacon has such familiar facial features that even in that special effects shot above, you can still tell who it is underneath those flesh colored latex bandages. In Hollow Man, Dr. Sebastian Caine (Bacon) was already well on his way toward becoming a monster before he foolishly subjected himself to an experiment with a serum of his own design. It works all too well, and makes Sebastian invisible to the naked eye. But the effects of the serum appear to be irreversible.
As Sebastian starts to go insane, he fixates on his ex-girlfriend, Linda McKay (Elisabeth Shue), and her new romantic partner, Dr. Matt Kensington (Thanos actor Josh Brolin), both of whom are on his research team. When Sebastian decides that the new couple has wronged him, he embarks on a murderous spree that leaves them vulnerable and trapped.
Watch Hollow Man on Hulu.
National Treasure (2004)
This month marks the 20th anniversary of National Treasure, a Nicolas Cage film that features the actor at his “Cagiest.” The story follows Benjamin Franklin Gates (Cage), a treasure hunter who has been chasing a legend his entire life. Benjamin and his friend, Riley Poole (Justin Bartha), finally come close to realizing the former’s dream alongside Ian Howe (Sean Bean). But as soon as Ian reveals himself to be a crime lord, Benjamin and Riley end their partnership.
Unfortunately, Ben already knows that the next clue they need is on the Declaration of Independence. The only way to protect that document from Ian is for Benjamin and Riley to steal it first, which puts them at odds with Dr. Abigail Chase (Diane Kruger). Yet, even Abigail will get caught up in the hunt for Benjamin’s lost treasure, and he’s going to need her help to survive.
Watch National Treasure on Hulu.