Movies and Chill: The Residence, Revelations, 3 other films to help you relax this weekend

• Looking for the perfect movies to unwind with this weekend? 
• From unravelling White House secrets in The Residence to experiencing the emotional weight of Bring Them Down
• Here are some exciting movie recommendations to add to your watchlist

Movies aren’t just entertainment; they’re an escape, a mood booster, and sometimes, exactly what you need to reset.

Whether you’re in the mood for mystery, action, emotional depth, or cultural storytelling, this weekend’s movie lineup has something for everyone.

Why waste time endlessly scrolling for the perfect weekend movie when we’ve got you covered?

To make your weekend binge-worthy, TheRadar movie desk has handpicked a must-watch lineup that promises thrills, drama, and unforgettable moments.

Here are some interesting suggestions for you.

5 movies to watch this weekend

1. The Residence

With 132 rooms, 157 suspects, and one dead body, this movie takes you deep into the secrets of the White House. 

Detective Cordelia Cupp and FBI agent Edwin Park must navigate political intrigue, a disastrous state dinner, and an eccentric mix of staff members to uncover the truth.

2. Bring Them Down

Bring Them Down offers a compelling look into the struggles of an Irish shepherding family. 

Michael, the last son of the family, lives with his ailing father while carrying the weight of a haunting secret. 

A long-standing rivalry with another farmer escalates into a catastrophic series of events, forcing him to confront his past. 

3. Revelations

Mystery and faith collide in Revelations, a gripping film about a pastor and a detective on the hunt for a missing person. 

When the pastor experiences a divine revelation about his son’s abductor, his quest for justice becomes a personal mission. 

4. A Working Man

Levon Cade, a former black ops soldier, is trying to live a normal life in construction. But when human traffickers kidnap his boss’s daughter, he is forced to return to his dangerous past. 

What starts as a simple rescue mission unravels a vast network of corruption and crime. 

5. Labake Olododo

Deeply rooted in Yoruba culture, this film tells the story of a fearless woman who must navigate the complexities of power, loyalty, and leadership. 

As love and betrayal intertwine, she faces difficult choices that will shape her destiny. 

10 thriller movies that will have you on the edge of your seat

Earlier, TheRadar compiled a list of 10 thriller movies that are heart-racing, sweat-inducing, and will completely captivate you. Thriller movies are unpredictable, which is part of what builds the tension that is meant to thrill you.

Suppose you want a shot of cinematic adrenaline to keep your eyelids open and your pulse racing. Nothing is better than a thriller. The titles include Alone, No Exit, You Were Never Really Here, The Weekend Away, Lou, Inside, The Royal Hotel, What Happened to Monday, Locked In, and Shattered.