Our list features a stellar lineup of the best Paramount Plus movies in April 2024, including the highly anticipated return of Pete Mitchell in Top Gun: Maverick, the hilarious high school antics of Mean Girls (2024), and the genre-bending chaos of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Buckle up and get ready to explore a world of emotions, thrills, and unforgettable stories – all streaming now on Paramount Plus.
What are the best Paramount Plus movies to watch in April 2024?
Spring is here, and Paramount Plus is blooming with must-watch shows to add to your queue this April 2024. We’ve got binge-worthy content to keep you entertained. Choosing the best Paramount Plus series can be tough, but fear not. We’ve curated a list featuring the hottest titles streaming right now.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
Edgin Darvis is fresh out of prison and itching for a score. He reunites with his tough-as-nails friend Holga to pull off a daring heist: stealing a legendary artifact known as the Tablet of Riches. However, their plan takes a sharp turn when they discover their target is in the clutches of a powerful and ruthless mage named Forge Fitzwilliam. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves blends thrilling heist action with laugh-out-loud humor, capturing the chaotic and unpredictable spirit of the classic role-playing game. The cast is phenomenal, with Chris Pine delivering a charming performance as the roguish Edgin and Michelle Rodriguez bringing her signature toughness to Holga. The special effects are dazzling, bringing the fantastical creatures and locations of the Dungeons & Dragons world to life.
Everything Everywhere All at Once
Evelyn Wang is a stressed-out laundromat owner on the verge of a nervous breakdown. Her life is a chaotic mess – her taxes are overdue, her relationship with her daughter Joy is strained, and her husband Waymond seems perpetually optimistic despite their troubles. Little does Evelyn know, during a mundane visit to the IRS, her world is turned upside down. Everything Everywhere All at Once is a wild ride that blends action, comedy, sci-fi, and family drama. Michelle Yeoh delivers a phenomenal performance as Evelyn, portraying her vulnerability, humor, and newfound strength with equal measure. The film is a celebration of the immigrant experience, the power of family, and the importance of finding joy in the ordinary.
Interstellar
Earth is dying. A mysterious crop disease has ravaged the planet, leaving humanity facing a bleak future. Former astronaut Cooper, now a grief-stricken farmer, stumbles upon a hidden NASA facility. Led by the brilliant Professor Brand, they reveal a daring mission: a wormhole, a shortcut through spacetime, has been discovered near Saturn. It might hold the key to finding a new home for mankind amongst the stars. Interstellar is a profound exploration of love, sacrifice, and the human spirit’s enduring resilience. Helmed by the visionary director Christopher Nolan, the film features awe-inspiring visuals that capture the vastness and beauty of space. Matthew McConaughey delivers a powerful performance as Cooper, a man wrestling with his duty to his family and his responsibility to humanity.
Mean Girls (2024)
Sixteen-year-old Cady Heron has spent her life homeschooled in the jungles of Africa. Now, she’s thrown into the treacherous social landscape of American high school, completely clueless about the unwritten rules. Luckily (or maybe not so luckily), she catches the eye of “The Plastics,” the most popular clique ruled by the queen bee herself, Regina George. Regina takes Cady under her wing, transforming her from a nature enthusiast into a wannabe Plastic. Mean Girls (2024) is more than just a high school comedy. It’s a hilarious and relatable story about the pressures of fitting in, the dangers of social media, and the importance of staying true to your own identity. The film perfectly captures the awkwardness and drama of teenage life, with a modern twist that reflects the ever-evolving social media landscape.
Past Lives
Decades ago, Na Young and Hae Sung were inseparable in their South Korean hometown. Innocent childhood games blossomed into a deep connection, but their world shifted when Na Young’s family emigrated to North America. Forced apart, they lose touch, each carrying a piece of their shared past in their hearts. Past Lives transcends a typical love story. It’s a exploration of first love, missed opportunities, and the paths not taken. The film goes into the complexities of human connection, the weight of cultural expectations, and the enduring impact of childhood experiences.
Red Eye
Lisa Reisert, a young hotel manager, is flying home from her grandmother’s funeral. Little does she know, that the charming stranger seated next to her, Jackson Rippner, has a sinister agenda. Jackson is a ruthless assassin, and Lisa is unwittingly caught in his deadly web. Red Eye is a masterclass in suspense, constantly raising the stakes as Lisa desperately searches for a way out. The film throws her into a terrifying situation where she can’t trust anyone, not even the friendly flight attendants around her. Rachel McAdams gives a phenomenal performance as Lisa, portraying her transition from a terrified victim to a resourceful fighter determined to save herself and her father.
Talk to Me
Mia, a withdrawn teenager still reeling from her mother’s death, finds solace in the company of her high school friends. One night, they stumble upon a series of online videos showcasing a bizarre ritual – using a ceramic-covered embalmed hand to communicate with the dead. Driven by morbid curiosity and a yearning to connect with her mother, Mia convinces her friends to try it. Talk to Me effectively builds suspense, gradually escalating the terror as the friends become increasingly reliant on the ritual. The film also explores themes of grief and the lengths people might go to connect with lost loved ones. The performances from the young cast are believable, portraying the characters’ descent from curiosity to sheer terror.
Top Gun: Maverick
Over three decades have passed since Pete “Maverick” Mitchell stole the show at TOP GUN. He’s defied the odds, remaining a hotshot fighter pilot despite refusing promotions that would keep him grounded. Now, a seasoned test pilot with a reputation for pushing the envelope, Maverick finds himself back at his alma mater – the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, better known as TOP GUN. Top Gun: Maverick is a thrilling action film that delivers heart-pounding aerial sequences and intense dogfights. Tom Cruise brings back all his charisma to the role of Maverick, who’s older but no less daring. The film also explores themes of mentorship, legacy, and the importance of confronting the ghosts of the past.