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Paramount+ is a perfect streaming service for putting together your next movie marathon. Dozens of movies are added to the platform each month; it added 93 new movies and shows in June alone. These are a combination of beloved classics, modern hits and brand-new movies from Paramount Skydance studios.This week, I'm sticking with more modern, but not quite brand-new, films. At the top of my list is "Taken," and even though you've probably seen the movie, it's worth watching again. However, you've probably not seen "Hard Eight," which is Oscar-winner Paul Thomas Anderson's first feature-length film. Finally, I'm ending things on a high note with "21 Jump Street," a buddy cop movie guaranteed to make you laugh.Here are the three new to Paramount+ movies that you need to be streaming this weekend. If you need more recommendations, check out our full guide to everything new on Paramount+ in June 2026.Malcolm has been with Tom's Guide since 2022. He watches dozens of movies every year so you don't have to watch any bad ones.'Taken' (2008)
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Genre: Action thrillerWhat's it about? In this career-redefining movie, Liam Neeson plays Bryan. He's a retired intelligence officer with a military background, and he's finally trying to live a normal life. That goes out the window when his 17-year-old daughter, Kim (Maggie Grace), is taken on vacation in Paris. Bryan's training immediately kicks in, and he uses a very particular set of skills to eliminate the people who took her.Why you should watch it: "Taken" has spawned several old-man-turned-action-star films since it came out in 2008. Still, with the possible exception of "John Wick," this film remains the best of the genre. Even if you've seen it, you should make the time to see it again.Watch "Taken" on Paramount+ nowGet instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.'Hard Eight' (1996)
