Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the three I’d consider watching this weekend (August 8-9)

This weekend, if you're looking for some Netflix viewing options, there are three standout movies from the current top ten list you might want to consider. First up is "In the Land of Saints & Sinners," a gripping true crime documentary set in Troubles-era Ireland. While not brand new, it's come back as Netflix's top pick this week, thanks in part to Liam Neeson's riveting performance as a former World War II veteran turned contract killer.

With an impressive 83% score from critics and a runtime under two hours, it's a perfect choice for a movie night that won't eat into your entire evening.

If true-crime documentaries aren't your thing, you could turn to "A Toxic Love Story," which has held onto ninth place this week. This film tells a fascinating, spiraling tale of anonymous threats that follow a newlywed couple. While it's been in the top ten for a few weeks, it seems poised to drop out soon, so you might want to catch it before it does. With a 100% fresh rating from critics, it's widely regarded as a return to form for Netflix's true-crime genre.

For a family-friendly option, "Smallfoot" rounds out the list at number ten. This animated film flips the Bigfoot myth on its head, introducing viewers to Yeti who don't believe humans exist. Teenage Yeti Migo accidentally stumbles upon a real-life smallfoot (or human) and forms an unlikely friendship with a struggling wildlife documentary filmmaker played by James Corden.

Despite not being Pixar's best, "Smallfoot" still managed a solid 76% fresh rating from critics and is only 96 minutes long, making it a breezy addition to your weekend movie lineup.