Let’s get real here: If you’re not devoting a couple of nights to Hulu this November, you’re just missing out on one of the best streaming smorgasbords available. From gut-wrenching documentaries and laugh-out-loud rom-coms to adrenaline-fueled thrillers and tense horror, their offerings have something for every mood. I’ve rounded up the ten best movies you can stream right now, starting at 10 and saving the most compelling picks for last.
10. Palm Springs (2020)
Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti shine in this clever time-loop rom-com, which takes place at a wedding that seems never to end. Beyond the laughs and absurdity, the film manages to mine the existential dread, connection, and monotony of modern life. A quirky, heartfelt ride, it strikes a remarkable balance between comedy and poignant insight into love and purpose.
9. Minding the Gap (2018)
Bing Liu’s Oscar-nominated documentary is an intensely personal and emotional look at the lives of three friends who find escape and meaning through skateboarding while confronting turbulent childhoods. The storytelling is raw, intimate, and heartbreaking at times, which makes it one of the most human and honest documentaries you will find. It feels almost like stepping into someone else’s life-and feeling every second of it.
8. Fire Island (2022)
Joel Kim Booster’s delightful reimagining of Pride and Prejudice as a queer rom-com set on Fire Island charms with its wit and heart. Bowen Yang steals the show with his devilishly witty, nuanced performance, and the script sparkles with clever humor and emotional depth. Fresh and vibrant, it is a treat full of love, friendship, and self-discovery, perfect for a night in.
7. Prey (2022)
Dan Trachtenberg brings the Predator franchise back to life with this prequel, set in the Comanche Nation. Amber Midthunder stars as a fierce warrior facing one of the most feared hunters in the galaxy. With intense action, suspense, and cultural nuance, the film takes the viewer on a thrilling ride that is visually remarkable and an impressive step up from the traditional sci-fi tropes of the franchise.
6. On the Count of Three (2021)
Jerrod Carmichael’s darkly comic dramedy follows the story of two friends bound together by a suicide pact as they make their way through a world that feels heavy, unforgiving, and absurd all at once. Carmichael’s dual role as director and actor imbues authenticity into the story and keeps a keen sense of balance between humor and heartbreak. It’s a film that digs into difficult emotional terrain while finding moments of levity, making it both deeply unsettling and human.
5. Riotsville, U.S.A. (2022)
Sarah Pettengill’s innovative documentary uncovers, through archival footage of fake towns constructed for police training, the U.S. government’s militarized response to domestic protests in the 1960s. The result is both informative and chilling, offering insight into systemic forces that shaped modern policing. If you love history with a sharp investigative edge, this film is a must-watch.
4. Fire of Love (2022)
This incredible documentary follows the life of French volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, who risked it all to study erupting volcanoes, fueled by a deep, abiding love for one another. Under Sara Dosa’s sensitive direction, their scientific pursuits become an epic, ripping yarn that combines elements of adventure, romance, and the stupendous majesty of the natural world. Visually stunning and emotionally gripping, this is a film that lingers long after the credits roll.
3. Bruiser (2023)
Miles Warren’s feature debut is a tender, haunting coming-of-age drama that centers around a 14-year-old boy caught between a turbulent father and a mysterious drifter. The movie negotiates identity, grief, and the confusing landscape of adolescence with subtlety and heart. It’s one of Onyx Collective’s finest productions, with quiet power and beautifully layered storytelling that will linger in the mind.
2. Rye Lane (2023)
Set within London, this rom-com follows Yas and Dom, two young adults navigating heartbreak and new starts in real time. With undeniable chemistry between Vivian Oparah and David Jonsson, the vibrant direction of Raine Allen Miller turns the city into a star. Funny, warm, and stylish, Rye Lane is that perfect blend of humor, romance, and heartfelt authenticity.
1. How to Blow Up a Pipeline (2023)
This taut eco-thriller follows a group of young activists targeting a controversial oil pipeline, mixing political urgency with nail-biting suspense. Lukas Gage and Marcus Scribner anchor the story with dynamic performances that keep the tension high and the stakes real. With its provocative themes and clever storytelling, it’s more than a thriller-it’s a conversation starter about activism, responsibility, and urgency in today’s world.
Whether you’re in the mood for a laugh, a cry, a scream, or an inspiring tale, Hulu’s November slate has got a little something for everyone. Here’s your starter pack of ten movies for one binge-worthy evening-and who knows, maybe you’ll find your next favorite film in the mix.