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Malcolm McMillan

Paramount+ just added 93 new movies and shows — here's the 5 I'm streaming first

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Paramount+ just added 93 new movies and shows to start the month of June 2026. The first of the month is typically when the streaming service adds the majority of its new movies and shows, and the dozens that were just added should be more than enough for you to try and watch in a single month.

In fact, there might be so many choices that it overwhelms you. Don't worry, though, I've already looked through everything coming to Paramount+ in June, and I know exactly which of these movies and shows are a must-watch. Top of the list are a hilarious buddy cop movie and an indie film icon, but there's also an early Paul Thomas Anderson crime drama, a Liam Neeson action flick and the movie I perhaps rewatch more than any other film.

So, without further delay, let's dive into the five newly added to Paramount+ movies and shows that I think you need to be streaming right now.

5 Paramount+ movies and shows to stream right now

'21 Jump Street' (2012)

Genre: Buddy cop action comedy movie

What's it about? Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum as Morton Schmidt and Greg Jenko in this movie reboot of the 1980s drama series "21 Jump Street." These two were once high school classmates, but now they're partners as part of the 21 Jump Street undercover cop program.

Why you should watch it: Having these two go undercover at a high school is great. Especially since everyone knows they look way too old. Trust me, this movie will have you laughing until you cry with comedy bit after comedy bit.

Stream "21 Jump Street" on Paramount+ now

'Clerks' (1994)

Genre: Black-and-white comedy

What's it about: "Clerks" follows a pair of convenience store clerks: Dante Hicks (Brian O'Halloran) and Randal Graves (Jeff Anderson). The movie chronicles their mundane lives as they try to make it through a day's shift ... and you could argue they don't manage to succeed.

Why you should watch it: This movie is an achievement in independent filmmaking. It's also the first appearance of Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (writer/director Kevin Smith). But most importantly, it's the movie that gives us the scene where Dante and Randal debate the ethical ramifications of being a contractor on the Death Star in "Star Wars."

Stream "Clerks" on Paramount+ now

'Hard Eight' (1996)

Genre: Crime drama movie

What's it about? "Hard Eight" stars John C. Reilly as John Finnegan, a homeless man broke after a bad run in Vegas. Elder gambler Sydney (Philip Baker Hall) gets him a coffee and a cigarette, and then transforms the vagrant into his new protege.

Why you should watch it: This movie is the directorial debut for Paul Thomas Anderson, so it's worth watching for that reason alone. But the cast is also excellent; aside from Reilly and Hall, it stars Gwyneth Paltrow as a prostitute and Samuel L. Jackson as John's friend who is holding back a dark secret.

Stream "Hard Eight" on Paramount+ now

'Taken' (2008)

Genre: Action thriller movie

What's it about? Liam Neeson plays Bryan, a retired soldier and intelligence officer trying to live a normal life. But when his 17-year-old daughter, Kim (Maggie Grace), is taken on vacation in Paris, Bryan reveals that he has a very particular set of skills, and unfortunately (for them), the bad guys don't heed his warning.

Why you should watch it: Since "Taken" came out in 2008, we've seen several old man turned action star films in a similar vein. But this might remain the best of the genre, unless you include the John Wick movies, which you arguably could. Still, "Taken is undeniably entertaining and still a must-watch nearly two decades later.

Stream "Taken" on Paramount+ now

'The Big Short' (2015)

Genre: Biographical comedy-drama movie

What's it about? Set around unpacking the causes of the 2008 financial crisis, this comedy drama centers on three main groups. The first is led by Dr. Michael Burry (Christian Bale), who first starts to short the housing market. Through Jared Vennett (Ryan Gosling), this news makes it to Mark Baum (Steve Carell) and his team, who then also start to short the mortgage sector. Finally, there's a duo of young investment bankers mentored by Ben Rickert (Brad Pitt), who also learn of the shorts and decide to join the fray. They all walk away rich while the U.S. economy collapses.

Why you should watch it: "The Big Short" is basically three incredible ensemble performances rolled into a single movie, and it's supremely rewatchable. I actually watch it whenever I have writer's block, as it immediately sinks me in and allows me to reset my mind whenever I'm stuck on a piece. You probably won't watch it for that reason, but you definitely should watch it.

Watch "The Big Short" on Paramount+ now