New movies to watch this weekend: From The Mongoose & Everest: The Other Side to Verity, new releases in theatres, on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and more

Looking for something new to watch this Halloween weekend? The latest movie releases offer a mix of action, adventure, dark thrillers and comedy. Liam Neeson returns with a high-speed chase film, while a documentary takes audiences to the dangerous slopes of Mount Everest. At home, viewers can rent the Anne Hathaway-led Verity or stream Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ali G: Who Iz I? on Prime Video. Here are the new movies to watch this weekend, October 30 to November 1.

The Mongoose: Liam Neeson’s New Action Thriller

Liam Neeson stars in The Mongoose as a former war hero who is wrongly accused of a crime. He sets off on a cross-country car chase that is broadcast on television, with police pursuing him and members of his former Special Forces unit helping him. Marisa Tomei plays his ex-wife, while Ving Rhames and Michael Chiklis also feature in the film. The movie is directed by Mark Vanselow, Neeson’s longtime stunt coordinator, making his feature directorial debut. The Mongoose is now playing in theatres across the US.

Everest: The Other Side Opens In IMAX

For viewers who prefer real-life adventure, Everest: The Other Side follows elite ski mountaineers Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson and their dream of climbing and skiing down Everest’s challenging north face. The documentary comes from National Geographic Documentary Films and Oscar-winning filmmakers Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin. ABC describes it as an “intimate portrait” of two people connected by love, ambition and a dangerous shared goal. The film opens in theatres and IMAX worldwide on October 30.

Verity: Anne Hathaway’s Thriller Now Available To Rent

The film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel Verity is now available to rent or buy on digital platforms, including Prime Video and Apple TV. Dakota Johnson plays Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer hired to complete a book series for bestselling author Verity Crawford, played by Anne Hathaway. After moving into Verity’s home, Lowen discovers disturbing writings that make her question what really happened. Josh Hartnett also stars as Verity’s husband, Jeremy. Amazon MGM Studios confirmed the film’s digital release on October 27.

Ali G: Who Iz I? Arrives On Prime Video

Sacha Baron Cohen brings back his popular character Ali G in Ali G: Who Iz I?, which began streaming on Prime Video on October 28. The story follows Ali G as he discovers that his girlfriend is pregnant and travels to America in an attempt to regain his former fame. The film also features Cohen playing other characters, including Colonel Erran Morad. TheWrap reported that the movie moved to streaming shortly after a limited theatrical release, with Amazon MGM Studios shifting its focus to Prime Video.

Minions & Monsters: A Halloween Weekend Family Pick

The animated film Minions & Monsters is now streaming on Peacock. The latest entry in the Despicable Me universe follows the Minions as they become Hollywood stars, unleash monsters and then try to save the world from the chaos. The film also pays tribute to classic cinema, with references to filmmakers and movies from Hollywood’s early years. For families looking for a lighter Halloween watch, the movie offers comedy and animated mayhem alongside the weekend’s darker thrillers.