The 13 best things to stream this weekend, from the 'Beetlejuice' sequel to a new JonBenét Ramsey docuseries

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Movies like "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" and "Speak No Evil" are new to streaming.
New Netflix shows like "Black Doves" and "The Later Daters" have also premiered.
There's also a new true crime docuseries about the unsolved JonBenét Ramsey murder.

We're in the final stretch of 2024, and there are plenty of releases to check out as the temperatures drop and the holidays approach.

Several theatrically released films are now streaming, including "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," "Smile 2," and "Speak No Evil." There are a few straight-to-streaming movies too, like the new Lindsay Lohan Christmas movie "Our Little Secret."

Over on the TV side there are a few new thrillers to check out. On Netflix, there's the Keira Knightley series "Black Doves" and "The Madness" starring Colman Domingo. Michael Fassbender leads another spy thriller called "The Agency."

Here's a complete rundown of all the best movies, shows, and documentaries to stream this weekend, broken down by what kind of entertainment you're looking for.

"Beetlejuice" fans can finally watch the sequel at home.

Catherine O'Hara, Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder and Justin Theroux in black outfits at a funeral.

The long-awaited Tim Burton sequel was a big hit in theaters earlier this year, arriving 36 years after the first movie.

Catherine O'Hara and Winona Ryder reprise their roles from the original, with Jenna Ortega joining as Astrid Deetz, the daughter of Ryder's character Lydia Deetz.

Streaming on: Max

For a new thriller, check out "Black Doves."

A heavily pregnant woman wearing a yellow coat and a green shirt. She has brown hair cut into bangs and she's firing a gun. There is a car parked behind her with the driver's door open.

Keira Knightley plays Helen Webb, a spy whose cover is threatened after her secret lover is murdered. The show is a quick six-episode binge, but it is already set to return for a second season.

Streaming on: Netflix

Or "The Agency."

India Fowler as Poppy and Michael Fassbender
as Martian in The Agency, episode 4, season 1

If you want another flavor of spy thriller, good news: Michael Fassbender is also leading one. He plays a covert CIA agent who's called back to London.

Streaming on: Paramount+ with Showtime

Or "The Madness."

Colman Domingo as Muncie Daniels and Marsha Stephanie Blake as Elena Daniels in Episode 107 of "The Madness"

Yes, a third new thriller!

This one stars "Sing Sing" star Colman Domingo as Muncie Daniels, a writer who's forced to go on the run after being framed for killing a well-known white supremacist.

Streaming on: Netflix

Horror fans should check out "Speak No Evil."

Scoot McNairy and James McAvoy in "Speak No Evil" (2024)

Scoot McNairy and James McAvoy shine in this remake of the 2022 Sundance horror hit "Speak No Evil." And yes, it does make some significant diversions from the original.

Streaming on: Peacock

And "Smile 2."

"Smile" was one of the most successful horror films of 2022 — and even more impressive, it was an original story, not a reboot or something based on existing IP.

Writer-director Parker Finn returned to helm the sequel about troubled pop star Skye Riley, which leveled up in almost every way. Prepare yourself for an absolutely bonkers ending.

Streaming on: Paramount+

Looking for a new holiday movie? Watch "Nutcrackers."

Ben Stiller stars as a man who's unexpectedly thrust into a caregiver role for his four nephews after his sister and her husband die.

Streaming on: Hulu

Or "Our Little Secret."

Lindsay Lohan as Avery in "Our Little Secret"

Lindsay Lohan's latest Christmas movie will scratch that itch if you're looking for something of the more light-and-fluffy holiday romcom variety. She plays Avery, a woman who's unexpectedly reunited with her ex 10 years after their breakup when they realize their new significant others are siblings.

Streaming on: Netflix

True crime fans can tune into the new JonBenét Ramsey docuseries.

Oscar-nominated documentarian Joe Berlinger takes a fresh look at the infamous murder of 6-year-old pageant queen JonBenét Ramsey.

Streaming on: Netflix

"The Later Daters" is a good choice for reality dating show fans.

Lori and Felton in episode 1 of "The Later Daters"

After the success of "The Golden Bachelor" and "The Golden Bachelorette," Netflix is also hopping on the older-daters bandwagon. "The Later Daters" focuses on six baby boomers looking for love, with some help from their family, friends, and dating expert Logan Ury.

Streaming on: Netflix

"The Ultimatum" has new episodes too.

MARRY OR MOVE ON. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix. © 2024

If you prefer your reality dating more traditionally messy, there's also "The Ultimatum," arguably the streamer's messiest dating show — and that's saying something.

The series, now in its third season, focuses on couples who disagree about whether to get married. They each get the opportunity to undergo a trial marriage with a new partner while they decide if their original partner is their forever person.

Streaming on: Netflix

"Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" is a documentary about the beloved film star and activist.

Christopher Reeve in Richard Donner's "Superman."

The new documentary, released theatrically earlier this year, recounts the "Superman" star's life story from his early success through the near-fatal horseback riding accident that paralyzed him to his death.

Streaming on: Max