The Most Popular Movies On Netflix Besides 'The Pope's Exorcist'
If you're a fan of scary movies you might be thrilled to learn that "The Pope's Exorcist" is currently the most-watched movie on Netflix! This supernatural horror film tells the story of a Catholic priest named Father Gabriele Amorth who is known for performing exorcisms. The movie is based on Father Amorth's memoirs and stars Russell Crowe as the title character. "The Pope's Exorcist" was first released by Sony Pictures in April but it only joined Netflix in mid-August of this year.
However if you're looking for something a little different don't fret! There are plenty of other exciting options on Netflix right now. Here are the top movies (excluding "The Pope's Exorcist") that people are watching at the moment:
- "The Monkey King"
"The Monkey King" is a new computer-animated comedy that was released on Netflix on August 18th. It's based on a classic work from China's Ming dynasty called "Journey to the West" and features the voices of several talented actors including Jimmy O. Yang Bowen Yang Stephanie Hsu Jo Koy and B.D. Wong.
- "Untold: Johnny Football"
"Untold" is a series of documentaries on Netflix that explores different stories from the world of sports. One of the newest additions to the series focuses on Johnny Manziel a former college football superstar who struggled with fame and addiction.
- "A Life Too Short: The Isabella Nardoni Case"
This true crime documentary tells the story of Isabella Nardoni a Brazilian girl who was murdered by her own father and stepmother in 2008. The case caused a huge public outcry in Brazil and this documentary offers a detailed look at the investigation and trial.
- "Despicable Me"
"Despicable Me" is an animated movie that tells the story of a supervillain named Gru who adopts three orphan girls as part of his latest scheme. However as he spends more time with the girls he begins to discover a softer side of himself. This family-friendly movie is a great choice for kids and adults alike.
- "River Wild"
"River Wild" is a thriller about a family who goes on a rafting trip and encounters some dangerous criminals along the way. The movie stars Meryl Streep and Kevin Bacon and is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
- "Untold: Hall of Shame"
Another entry in the "Untold" series this documentary takes a deep dive into some of the biggest scandals in sports history. From doping allegations to cheating scandals "Untold: Hall of Shame" offers an eye-opening look at just how far some athletes will go to win.
- "Despicable Me 2"
The sequel to the original "Despicable Me" movie continues the story of Gru and his daughters. This time Gru must team up with a group of secret agents to stop a new supervillain from taking over the world. Like the first movie "Despicable Me 2" is full of heartwarming moments and hilarious comedy.
- "Heart of Stone"
"Heart of Stone" is a crime thriller about a woman who works as a deadly assassin. However her latest job becomes more complicated than she anticipated when she starts to fall for her target. This movie stars Gal Gadot who is best known for her role as Wonder Woman.
- "Bee Movie"
This animated comedy tells the story of a bee named Barry who decides to sue the human race for stealing honey. The movie stars Jerry Seinfeld as Barry and is sure to make you laugh out loud.
- "The Untold Story"
The final entry in our top ten list is another documentary from the "Untold" series. This one tells the story of the BALCO lab steroid scandal which rocked the world of sports and led to several high-profile investigations and suspensions.
Conclusion
Although "The Pope's Exorcist" is currently dominating the Netflix charts there are plenty of other exciting options to choose from. Whether you're in the mood for a horror movie a family-friendly animated flick or a thrilling sports documentary Netflix has something for everyone. So grab some popcorn settle in on the couch and start streaming!