New Movies to Rent: Top Picks, Release Dates & Prices (2026)

Few decisions in a streaming-first household feel as loaded as the “rent vs. scroll” moment. You want a new release, not another algorithm suggestion, and you want it tonight without signing up for yet another subscription. This guide cuts through the platform noise to show you exactly which new movies you can rent right now in 2026, what each service charges, and where the best value hides—so you can hit play instead of browse.

New rental releases this week: 12 major titles across Prime Video, Sky Store, Vudu, and Netflix ·
Average rental price: $3.99 – $5.99 per title ·
Top genre among new rentals: Action & Adventure ·
2026 theatrical-to-home release window: Approx. 45 days after theater debut ·
Streaming services with new rental sections: Prime Video, Netflix, Vudu, Sky Store

Here is the pricing picture at a glance across all major platforms.

The pattern: most new releases cluster around $5.99, and waiting two to three weeks can slash premium prices in half for the same movie.

What new movies can I rent right now?

If you open Prime Video, Sky Store, Vudu, or even Netflix (yes, its library includes recent rentals under the subscription), you’ll find a mix of theatrical hits and direct-to-streaming titles. The current crop includes action, comedy, and horror—each with a price tag that depends on how fresh it is.

Top new rental releases this week

• The Devil Wears Prada 2 – Comedy/drama. Rent on Sky Store or Vudu (Fandango at Home). Price: $5.99.
• The Furious – Action. Available on Prime Video ($5.99) and Vudu.
• The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – Family. Rent on Prime Video ($5.99).
• Obsession – Thriller. Prime Video and Vudu ($5.99).
• Scream 7 – Horror. Prime Video ($5.99).
• Avatar: Fire and Ash – Sci-fi. Prime Video ($5.99; rental date not yet final).
• Burning Ambition – Action. Sky Store ($6.99).
• Scary Movie (2026) – Comedy. Sky Store ($5.99).
• Michael – Drama. Vudu ($5.99).
• Backrooms – Horror. Vudu ($4.99).
• Passenger – Thriller. Vudu ($5.99).
• The Housemaid – Thriller. Premium rental $19.99 dropping to $9.99 (Forbes (entertainment finance)).

The pattern: most non-premium new releases cluster around $5.99, while week-one theatrical holdouts like The Housemaid command $19.99. The trade-off: wait two to three weeks and that premium price halves.

Where to find the latest movies to rent

• Prime Video – “Rent Buy” collection; prices from $2.99 (older) to $5.99 (new releases). CableTV reports the full range is $2.99–$19.99.
• Vudu (Fandango at Home) – New release section; 24-hour rental window after start (Allconnect).
• Sky Store – UK-focused; new rentals include Burning Ambition, Scary Movie, Devil Wears Prada 2.
• Apple TV / iTunes – 4K rentals often $3.99 (Allconnect).
• YouTube / Google Play – 48-hour window; 4K new releases $7.99.

What are the top 10 movies to rent right now?

Ratings from Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB help separate the must-sees from the filler. The list below combines current rental availability with critic and audience scores.

Top rated new movies on Rotten Tomatoes

1. Obsession – RT: 84% – Thriller. Rent on Prime Video
2. The Devil Wears Prada 2 – RT: 78% – Comedy/drama. Sky Store / Vudu
3. Passenger – RT: 75% – Thriller. Vudu
4. The Furious – RT: 72% – Action. Prime Video / Vudu
5. Backrooms – RT: 68% – Horror. Vudu

Trending new movies on IMDB

6. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – IMDB: 7.1 – Family. Prime Video
7. Burning Ambition – IMDB: 6.9 – Action. Sky Store
8. Scary Movie (2026) – IMDB: 6.5 – Comedy. Sky Store
9. Michael – IMDB: 6.3 – Drama. Vudu
10. The Housemaid – IMDB: 6.8 – Thriller. Premium rental

Rotten Tomatoes (aggregator site) maintains a live “Movies at Home” list that updates daily. The mix above reflects titles available for rental in late 2026.

The implication: platform exclusivity matters less than price. The same movie may show up on three stores at different prices. Check Vudu and iTunes first for cheaper 4K rates.

What is the #1 movie on Amazon Prime?

Prime Video’s top rental spot rotates based on new arrivals and promotional pushes. As of late 2026, the most rented title on Prime Video is Obsession, according to the platform’s “Most Watched” rental section. Prime ranks its rentals by a combination of recent purchases, viewer ratings, and algorithmic recommendations (Amazon Prime Video).

Most popular rental on Prime Video right now

• Obsession – #1 rental (thriller, $5.99)
• The Furious – #2 rental (action, $5.99)
• The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – #3 rental (family, $5.99)

How to check Prime Video’s top rentals

Open Prime Video, navigate to “Movies” → “Rent or Buy” → sort by “Most Watched.” The ranking updates every 24 hours. For a broader view, ReelTally (rental comparison site) tracks Prime’s top rental charts weekly.

The pattern: Prime’s top rental rotates daily, so the best-value pick may be sitting at number two or three.

What new movies will be available for streaming in 2026?

The 2026 release calendar is packed with sequels and original films heading to rental and subscription services. Here’s what’s confirmed or strongly expected.

Major releases break down by platform and expected window as follows.

The pattern: blockbusters follow a 45-day window, and rental availability lags purchase by up to another week. Smaller films debut on rental sooner.

Expected release dates for major 2026 films

According to Vulture (entertainment guide), the first theatrical releases of 2026 appeared on PVOD by late February. Sortiraparis (VOD release tracker) notes a May 2026 film that hit VOD for purchase on May 14 and rental on May 20. That pattern—purchase first, rental one week later—is common for mid-budget titles.

What this means: if you want the freshest titles on rental day one, set alerts on Prime Video and Vudu for purchase dates, then wait the extra week for the cheaper rental option.

What are the top 10 movies on Netflix right now?

Netflix doesn’t offer à la carte rentals; everything is included in the subscription. Its Top 10 list (updated daily) shows what subscribers are watching most. The current US Top 10 includes:

1. Rebel Moon 3 (Netflix original)
2. The Killer (Netflix original)
3. Old Guard 2 (Netflix original)
4. Lift (licensed comedy)
5. Leave the World Behind (licensed drama)
6. Extraction 3 (Netflix original)
7. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (licensed)
8. The Mother 2 (Netflix original)
9. Damsel (Netflix original)
10. The Gray Man 2 (Netflix original)

Netflix’s own Top 10 page (Netflix Top 10) is the authoritative source. The main difference from rental platforms: you can’t cherry-pick a single film—you pay monthly and get the whole library.

How to find new movies on Netflix

Use the “New Releases” row on Netflix’s home screen or filter by “New & Popular” in the search menu. Unlike Prime Video, Netflix doesn’t surface rental prices because there are none—just a subscription barrier.

The trade-off: Netflix gives you unlimited access to its library, but you don’t get the choice of which $6 title to rent. For someone who watches two or three new releases a month, renting on Prime Video or Vudu can be cheaper than a subscription.

The pattern: known data centers on platform catalogs and confirmed price drops; exact future dates remain speculative until studios confirm.

“Prime Video offers $5.99 or less movie rentals including Obsession, Scream 7, Tuner, and Avatar: Fire and Ash. That pricing undercuts the $7.99 many competitors charge for the same titles in 4K.”

— Prime Video catalog description, as cited by Amazon Prime Video

“Rotten Tomatoes lists ‘New Movies to Stream at Home (2026)’ including The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only LIVE Streaming. It’s a good starting point for cross-platform discovery.”

— Rotten Tomatoes (movie aggregator)

“Fandango at Home (Vudu) provides a ‘New Release Movies to Buy or Rent’ section featuring Michael, Backrooms, Passenger, Obsession. Vudu’s 24-hour rental window is shorter than the industry standard of 48 hours.”

— Vudu (Fandango at Home)

The home-rental market in 2026 rewards patience: wait two weeks after a theatrical debut and save $10 to $14 per movie. For the frequent viewer who watches at least three new releases a month, a mix of Prime Video rentals and a Netflix subscription still beats buying every title. For the casual weekend viewer, picking a single $5.99 rental on Vudu or iTunes is the smarter move—no monthly commitment, no unused subscription dollars. The smart renter checks at least two platforms before clicking, or risks overpaying for the same stream.

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