‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Tops Peacock’s Most-Watched Movies List for this Week: Here Are the Remaining Top 10 Movies

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If you’re browsing for something to stream, here’s a quick tour of what’s pulling the most eyeballs right now. We’ve pulled together key details—plots, cast lists, filmmakers, and behind-the-scenes credits—so you can jump straight to what fits your mood.

Below, you’ll find ten titles that span animated adventures, holiday favorites, horror touchstones, and brand-new releases. Each entry includes a short plot primer and the essential who-made-it info to save you a search.

10. ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2010)

The 2010 animated ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ introduces Hiccup, a Viking teen who befriends a Night Fury he names Toothless, transforming his village’s relationship with dragons. Voices include Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, Jonah Hill, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, T.J. Miller, and Kristen Wiig.

Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois directed from a screenplay by Will Davies, DeBlois, and Sanders, with John Powell composing. Produced by DreamWorks Animation and originally distributed by Paramount Pictures, the film launched a franchise that spans multiple sequels and a live-action remake.

9. ‘Scream’ (1996)

‘Scream’ centers on high-schooler Sidney Prescott as a masked killer known as Ghostface stalks teens in Woodsboro, California. The ensemble features Neve Campbell, David Arquette, Courteney Cox, Skeet Ulrich, Matthew Lillard, Rose McGowan, and Drew Barrymore.

Wes Craven directed from Kevin Williamson’s screenplay; Marco Beltrami composed the score and Patrick Lussier edited. Originally released by Dimension Films, the movie revitalized the slasher genre; it’s widely available to stream, including on Peacock as part of rotating rights.

8. ‘Monster House’ (2006)

‘Monster House’ follows neighborhood kids who discover the haunted house across the street is literally alive and dangerous, leading them to investigate before Halloween. The voice cast includes Mitchel Musso, Sam Lerner, and Spencer Locke, with supporting roles by Steve Buscemi, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Kevin James.

Gil Kenan directed in his feature debut from a screenplay by Dan Harmon, Rob Schrab, and Pamela Pettler (from a story by Harmon and Schrab). The film blends performance capture and animation; it was produced by ImageMovers, Amblin, and Columbia Pictures.

7. ‘Honey Don’t!’ (2025)

‘Honey Don’t!’ is a neo-noir dark-comedy detective story about small-town private investigator Honey O’Donahue, with Margaret Qualley in the lead and Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans, and Charlie Day co-starring. The plot involves church-linked deaths and a charismatic pastor played by Evans.

Ethan Coen directed and co-wrote the film with Tricia Cooke; Carter Burwell composed the score and Ari Wegner served as cinematographer. Produced by Focus Features and Working Title, it premiered in the Midnight section at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

6. ‘Corpse Bride’ (2005)

In ‘Corpse Bride’, a nervous groom accidentally marries the spirit of a deceased young woman while practicing his vows, drawing him into the Land of the Dead. Voices include Johnny Depp as Victor, Helena Bonham Carter as the Corpse Bride, and Emily Watson as Victoria, supported by Albert Finney, Joanna Lumley, and Christopher Lee.

The stop-motion feature was directed by Tim Burton and Mike Johnson from a screenplay by John August, Caroline Thompson, and Pamela Pettler. Danny Elfman composed the music; the production is known for its meticulous puppetry and Gothic fantasy design.

5. ‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ (2019)

‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ sends Hiccup searching for a secret dragon utopia while Toothless bonds with a Light Fury; they face Grimmel the Grisly, a ruthless hunter. Returning voices include Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, Cate Blanchett, F. Murray Abraham, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, Jonah Hill, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Kristen Wiig, and Kit Harington.

Dean DeBlois wrote and directed the trilogy’s finale for DreamWorks Animation, closing the arc that began in 2010. The movie continues the series’ emphasis on discovery and coexistence, culminating in the characters’ decisions about the future of Vikings and dragons.

4. ‘M3GAN 2.0’ (2025)

In ‘M3GAN 2.0’, roboticist Gemma and her niece Cady confront the fallout of weaponized AI when a new project triggers a fresh crisis; M3GAN’s return raises the stakes as technology spirals in dangerous directions. The cast features Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Ivanna Sakhno, and Jemaine Clement, with Amie Donald performing M3GAN and Jenna Davis providing the voice.

Gerard Johnstone wrote and directed the sequel (story by Johnstone and Akela Cooper), with Jason Blum and James Wan among the producers. Released in 2025 by Universal, it runs around two hours; Universal’s windowing places first-run streaming on Peacock before later moving to Prime Video and returning, per the studio’s distribution agreements.

3. ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ (2014)

Set five years after the first story, ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ follows Hiccup and Toothless as they discover new lands and confront dragon trappers, while Hiccup reunites with his mother Valka. Voice cast members include Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, Cate Blanchett, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, Jonah Hill, and Kristen Wiig.

Dean DeBlois wrote and directed, with DreamWorks Animation producing. The film continues the trilogy launched by the 2010 feature and expands the world based on Cowell’s books through large-scale action and new species of dragons.

2. ‘The Grinch’ (2018)

‘The Grinch’ retells Dr. Seuss’s tale of a grouch plotting to steal Christmas from Whoville, with Benedict Cumberbatch voicing the title character, Rashida Jones as Donna Who, and Kenan Thompson as Bricklebaum. Narration is by Pharrell Williams, with Angela Lansbury voicing the Mayor of Whoville.

The film was directed by Scott Mosier and Yarrow Cheney from a screenplay by Michael LeSieur and Tommy Swerdlow, produced by Illumination and Universal. Danny Elfman composed the score; the movie runs 86 minutes and grossed about $540 million worldwide.

1. ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ (2025)

The 2025 live-action remake of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ adapts Cressida Cowell’s Viking-and-dragon saga as Hiccup meets Toothless and tries to unite Berk with dragons amid an ancient threat. The film stars Mason Thames as Hiccup and Nico Parker as Astrid, with Gerard Butler returning in live action as Stoick the Vast; the supporting cast includes Nick Frost and Julian Dennison.

Dean DeBlois wrote and directed this version after helming the animated trilogy, with John Powell returning to compose and Bill Pope serving as cinematographer. Produced by Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation with Marc Platt Productions, the film runs 125 minutes and grossed over $600 million worldwide.

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