{
  "id": 17662187,
  "title": "The 3 Best Movies to Watch on Netflix This Week",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/the-3-best-movies-to-watch-on-netflix-this-week",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T19:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/creative-content/what-to-watch/best-movies-on-netflix-this-week-nov-1-7/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Here are the three best movies on Netflix you can watch this week:\n\n\"Something's Gotta Give\" (2003) - This opposites-attract romantic comedy directed by Nancy Meyers stars Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton as a lecherous man and a proud woman who become increasingly attracted to each other despite their differences. With Meyers' best screenplay to date, this film is genuinely funny and romantically captivating.\n\n\"The Menu\" (2022) - For those seeking horror comedy that isn't overly scary, Mark Mylod's \"The Menu\" might be just what you're looking for. This satirical thriller follows a food enthusiast and his disinterested date as they become trapped in a deadly game at a remote, high-end restaurant. Ralph Fiennes delivers a terrifyingly wicked performance as the head chef, giving the film its pulse-pounding, explosively violent energy.\n\n\"Wildlife\" (2018) - If you appreciated Zoe Kazan's poignant take on \"East of Eden\" earlier this year, you'll likely enjoy Paul Dano's \"Wildlife.\" Co-written by Kazan, this film is an adaptation of Richard Ford's 1990 novel and follows a teenage boy navigating his parents' crumbling marriage during his father's dangerous job in 1960s America. Carey Mulligan's heartfelt performance anchors this powerful drama, while Jake Gyllenhaal brings depth to the complex familial relationships at the story's core.",
  "summary": "Including \"The Menu\" and \"Wildlife\" The post The 3 Best Movies to Watch on Netflix This Week appeared first on TheWrap .",
  "key_points": [
    "\"Something's Gotta Be\" (2003) - Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton star in this romantic comedy.",
    "\"The Menu\" (2022) - Mark Mylod's satirical thriller offers horror comedy without being overly scary.",
    "\"Wildlife\" (2018) - Paul Dano's adaptation of Richard Ford's novel explores familial relationships."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}