From sci-fi thrillers to Hollywood classics, these 5 films on Paramount+ all scored over 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and are available to watch this April!
As spring ushers in longer days and warmer weather, Paramount+ is making it harder than ever to step outside with a fresh batch of critically acclaimed films hitting the platform this April. Whether you’re craving vintage glamour, jaw-dropping sci-fi, or inspiring sports drama, the streaming service is serving up cinematic excellence across the decades.
Each of these five featured titles boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score above 94%, showcasing the best of their respective genres. Here’s a closer look at the must-watch movies lighting up Paramount+ this month.
1. Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) – 91% on Rotten Tomatoes
Runtime: 136 minutes
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Edward Furlong, Robert Patrick
Directed by: James Cameron
A rare sequel that arguably outshines the original, Terminator 2: Judgment Day is a landmark in sci-fi and action cinema. Picking up 11 years after the events of The Terminator, the film introduces John Connor (Edward Furlong), humanity’s future hope, who becomes the target of the lethal shape-shifting T-1000 (Robert Patrick). Luckily, the reprogrammed T-800 (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is back, this time as John’s protector. With groundbreaking visual effects and an emotionally resonant core, this James Cameron classic remains an essential rewatch.
2. Sunset Boulevard (1950) – 98% on Rotten Tomatoes
Runtime: 110 minutes
Starring: Gloria Swanson, William Holden, Eric von Stroheim, Nancy Olson
Directed by: Billy Wilder
“Alright Mr. DeMille, I’m ready for my close-up.” Sunset Boulevard isn’t just a quote—it’s a cornerstone of American cinema. Gloria Swanson mesmerizes as Norma Desmond, a faded silent film star deluded by dreams of a comeback. When she ropes in a struggling screenwriter (William Holden) to help her return to the spotlight, their relationship spirals into obsession and tragedy. Director Billy Wilder’s noir masterpiece is a chilling, satirical look at fame and its discontents, anchored by Swanson’s haunting performance.
3. Arrival (2016) – 94% on Rotten Tomatoes
Runtime: 116 minutes
Starring: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, Michael Stuhlbarg
Directed by: Denis Villeneuve
In Arrival, Denis Villeneuve transforms the alien invasion genre into a deeply human meditation on communication, time, and grief. When mysterious spacecrafts touch down across Earth, linguistics professor Louise Banks (Amy Adams) is recruited to decipher the visitors’ language. What unfolds is a high-stakes, cerebral journey that rewards close attention and introspection. With immersive visuals and a spellbinding score, Arrival is a slow-burn sci-fi gem that lingers long after the credits roll.
4. The Truman Show (1998) – 94% on Rotten Tomatoes
Runtime: 102 minutes
Starring: Jim Carrey, Laura Linney, Ed Harris, Holland Taylor
Directed by: Peter Weir
Part satire, part existential drama, The Truman Show is a prophetic critique of reality TV and surveillance culture. Jim Carrey delivers one of his most poignant performances as Truman Burbank, a man who doesn’t realize his entire life has been broadcast to the world as a television show. As cracks in the illusion begin to appear, Truman’s search for truth becomes a gripping and emotional journey toward freedom. Directed by Peter Weir, the film is both chilling and uplifting—a classic with enduring relevance.
5. Moneyball (2011) – 94% on Rotten Tomatoes
Runtime: 133 minutes
Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robin Wright
Directed by: Bennett Miller
Moneyball turns baseball into a battle of brains over budget. Based on Michael Lewis’s best-selling book, this underdog sports drama follows Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) as he attempts to rebuild his team on a shoestring budget. With the help of analytics whiz Peter Brand (Jonah Hill), Beane challenges traditional scouting wisdom to craft a winning strategy. Directed by Bennett Miller (Capote, Foxcatcher), the film is a smart, moving look at innovation, resilience, and redefining success.
Whether you’re in the mood for nostalgia, aliens, or a data-driven home run, Paramount+ has something to match your springtime movie cravings.
