Fri May 23 12:50:00 UTC 2025: **Memorial Day Weekend Streaming Guide: From Sci-Fi Epics to High-Octane Action**

**BOSTON, MA** – Memorial Day weekend is upon us, bringing with it a fresh wave of entertainment options for streaming enthusiasts. From acclaimed directors to local stars, here’s a curated guide to help you navigate the weekend’s releases.

**Bong Joon Ho’s “Mickey 17” Debuts on Max:** Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho (“Parasite”) returns with “Mickey 17,” a sci-fi thriller starring Robert Pattinson as an expendable worker reborn into new clone bodies after fatal missions. The film, also featuring Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo, is available to stream on Max starting Friday.

**John Krasinski Hunts for the “Fountain of Youth” on Apple TV+:** Newton native John Krasinski headlines “Fountain of Youth,” an action-adventure film reminiscent of “National Treasure.” Krasinski, along with Natalie Portman, embarks on a global quest for the legendary waters. The film is available on Apple TV+.

**”Motorheads” Revs Up on Prime Video:** Prime Video offers a dose of high-octane drama with “Motorheads,” a series following small-town teens navigating high school, love, and the world of street racing. All 10 episodes of season 1 are available now.

**American Music Awards Live on Paramount+:** Tune in Monday at 8 p.m. ET for the American Music Awards, hosted by Jennifer Lopez. The show, streaming live on Paramount+ (and airing on CBS), features performances by Benson Boone, Gloria Estefan, Gwen Stefani, and honors Janet Jackson with the ICON Award and Rod Stewart with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

**”Masters of the Air” Honors WWII Heroes on Apple TV+:** In remembrance of Memorial Day, revisit “Masters of the Air” on Apple TV+. This World War II miniseries, from the executive producers of “Band of Brothers” and “The Pacific,” chronicles the bravery of the 100th Bombardment Group. The series stars Austin Butler, Barry Keoghan, and Callum Turner.

**”Top Gun: Maverick” Takes Flight on Paramount+:** For those seeking high-flying thrills, “Top Gun: Maverick” is now streaming on Paramount+. Tom Cruise reprises his iconic role alongside Val Kilmer in this blockbuster sequel, which shattered Memorial Day weekend box office records in 2022. The original “Top Gun” is also available on Paramount+ and Prime Video.

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