The pursuit of justice is alive on streaming platforms. While animated staples like and continue to be a mainstay, viewers lean towards stories of good old-fashioned crime fighting or mystery debunking. But if that’s not your cup of tea, the Oscar-nominated horror gothic has been catching the audience’s attention on streaming. Apple TV+’s , starring real-life friends and , also cut with its fresh take on sci-fi romance.

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Editor's Note: The Nielsen streaming data is delayed by four weeks, so this list reflects the top 10 from February 17 - February 23, 2025.

Nothing beats the sparkling blue waters, sandy beaches, and the tropical sunshine of Motunui. But when all of this lush nature gets taken away, it’s up to one person to bring it all back. tells the story of a young Moana Waialiki (), who is destined to rescue Motunui. As her island home loses its crops and fish, her island home is on the brink of destruction. The only way to rescue Motunui is by retrieving the heart of Te Fiti, the goddess of nature, and returning it to her. Moana must hurry - not everyone wants to see her succeed in her quest. A lighthearted celebration of heritage, culture, and family, Moana is just as enjoyable for adults as it is for children.

In 1838, is a chilling tale of estate agent Thomas Hutter () journeys to a secluded Carpathian castle to finalize a land deal with the eerie Count Orlok (). Unbeknownst to him, the sinister nobleman harbors a monstrous secret. Meanwhile, Hutter’s wife Ellen () suffers from unsettling visions that seem tied to Orlok’s growing influence. As the vampire sets his sights on Wisborg, a horrifying chain of events sets off, unleashing terror upon the town. With Orlok’s power spreading and Ellen’s fate intertwined with his, Ellen races against the clock to stop the Nosferatu before it’s too late.

At an Ivy League university in 1999, follows a struggling college rowing team on the verge of collapse after finishing last in a national championship. To save them from drowning in failure, Coach Murphy (), a hardened Vietnam veteran, is assigned to give these folks some tough love. With no other choice, the bickering teammates — Alex (), Chris (), and John () — confront their personal demons and unite as one. As tensions flare, rivalries escalate, and past wounds resurface, Murphy’s unconventional leadership pushes them to their limits. When tragedy strikes, the team must find the strength to rise above their differences and prove they have what it takes to become true champions.

Based on the classic Nintendo Mario franchise, is a trip down memory lane for anyone who grew up with the games. Mario () and Luigi () aren’t just coworkers; they’re brothers and best friends from Brooklyn who run a plumbing business that’s not exactly booming. Mario is the brave one, always ready for action, while Luigi is more on the cautious side. One day, their lives take a wild turn when they get sucked into a Warp Pipe and end up in the magical Mushroom Kingdom. Fans will love seeing familiar faces like the adorable Princess Peach () and the fierce Bowser (). A throwback to much simpler times, The Super Mario Bros. Movie is a blast from the past that’s fun to watch. Plus, a sequel is said to be in the works!

In , war veteran Eric () and his teenage sister Maddie () find themselves caught in a deadly siege where a rogue militia seizes Boston’s Tobin Memorial Bridge. The attackers, led by the ruthless Jimmy (), take hostages and disable communications, leaving the siblings trapped with no escape. As the revolutionists tighten their grip, Eric must rely on his combat skills to take out their forces one by one. But with time running out and Maddie’s life on the line, survival means uncovering the true motives behind the attack — before the bridge becomes a war zone.

introduces audiences to Detective Jack Radcliff (), who is shattered when his niece Ashley () and her family are murdered — until he receives a phone call from her, alive but calling from the past. With Ashley unaware of her impending fate, Jack races against time to figure out the mystery and stop the killer before history repeats itself. As the two communicate across time, Jack must piece together cryptic clues while staying one step ahead of a relentless murderer. But changing the past comes with consequences, and every choice brings them closer to — or further from — a different outcome.

Widowed businessman Eric Field () is in for an adventure of a lifetime in . Eric jet sets to Italy to stop his free-spirited daughter Liv () from spending her inheritance on restoring a rundown villa. Determined to bring her home, Eric instead finds himself swept up in the charm of the Tuscan countryside, Liv’s unwavering passion, and the unexpected possibility of love with local architect Sofia (). As father and daughter clash over their differing visions of life, Eric begins to question whether some risks — especially those of the heart — are worth taking.

is a tale of two assassins who end up literally falling for each other. Elite snipers Drasa () and Levi () are stationed on opposite ends of a classified gorge, sworn to prevent whatever lurks within from escaping. Isolated and uncertain of what they’re truly guarding, they form a bond through radio transmissions, keeping each other sane through the grueling assignment. But when the entity inside finally breaks free, their mission turns into a desperate fight for survival. As they descend into the Gorge’s abyss, they come face-to-face with a hellish truth — one that could doom humanity if they fail.

Cameron Todd Willingham () wakes to find his home engulfed in flames, his three daughters trapped inside. Despite his desperate attempts to save them, the fire claims their lives. Grief turns to horror when he’s accused of deliberately setting the fire, and convicted based on circumstantial evidence and flawed forensic science. While his wife Stacy () fights to clear his name, journalist Elizabeth Gilbert () discovers troubling inconsistencies in the case. As Cameron spends years on death row, the battle for truth becomes a race against time before justice is permanently denied.

Director: Damián Szifron | Cast: Shailene Woodley, Ben Mendelsohn, Jovan Adepo

A crime thriller that feels all too real, To Catch a Killer pulls audiences into a time-ticking hunt for a highly calculative mass shooter. Rookie coop Eleanor Falco (Shailene Woodley) is far from ready to be on the field, but with an aptitude that’s way beyond her peers, Eleanor is entrusted by her superiors to take on the task head-on. Hardened FBI investigator (Ben Mendelsohn) believes in her potential, even going so far as to make her confront her own demons while tracking down a threat with neither a name nor face. Gritty and gripping, the film is a testament to the complexities of working in the field of crime, and the risks one would take to work outside the law.