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Peacock's Underrated Gems: 3 Must-Watch Movies This Weekend
15 Aug
Summary
- Peacock's lesser-known films stand out among streaming rivals
- Monkey Man: Action thriller about a man seeking revenge for his mother's death
- Dita: Unexpected family drama about a woman who becomes a reluctant mother
- Bring It On: 25-year-old cheerleading comedy remains the best in the franchise
As of August 15, 2025, Peacock's streaming lineup may not always match the fresh infusion of movies found on rival platforms like Netflix and Prime Video. However, the service has a handful of recent arrivals that stand out and are worth a closer look.
The action thriller Monkey Man, which premiered on Peacock last month, follows a man named Kid (played by Dev Patel) who witnessed the tragic death of his mother and village years earlier. Seeking revenge against the corrupt police chief and his powerful boss, Kid must hide his past and get close to his targets while wearing a monkey mask during underground fighting matches.
In the unexpected family drama Dita, which arrived on Peacock just last week, a woman named Dita never wanted to be a mother. But when her friend Sauda dies from a terminal illness, Dita is left to care for Sauda's young daughter Toni and find a way to hold their makeshift family together against the odds.
Lastly, the cheerleading comedy Bring It On, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this month, remains the best and funniest film in the franchise. Starring Kirsten Dunst, the story follows the new captain of a high school cheer team who discovers their previous captain had stolen routines from a rival school team, leading to a fierce competition.
