“Weapons” Debuts on Max: Horror Hit Hits Streaming on September 12

Lead: Zach Cregger’s acclaimed horror-mystery “Weapons” officially premiered on Max today, September 12, giving subscribers instant access to the film that grossed over $250 million worldwide.

Nut Graf: After a successful theatrical run and digital PVOD release on September 9, Warner Bros. has made “Weapons” available to stream on Max, capitalizing on its critical praise and positioning the film as must-watch programming ahead of the Halloween season.

Streaming Launch on Max

Max subscribers can now watch “Weapons” at no extra cost, marking the film’s first appearance on a subscription streaming platform. The move aligns with Warner Bros.’ strategy of debuting major releases on Max approximately one month after digital rental availability.

Film Overview

Director & Writer: Zach Cregger
Cast: Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Benedict Wong, Amy Madigan
Plot Premise: Seventeen third-graders vanish simultaneously at 2 a.m. from their homes, leaving a single survivor to unravel the town’s darkest secrets.

Reception & Box Office

Global Gross: $251 million
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% critic approval
Audience Score: 85% Critics have lauded the film’s non-linear narrative and tense atmosphere, with Mashable declaring, “You are not prepared for ‘Weapons.’”

Availability and Access

Streaming: Available now on Max
Digital Purchase/Rental:
- Purchase $24.99, Rental $19.99 on Prime Video, Apple TV, Vudu
Physical Release: UHD Blu-ray and DVD out October 14, with pre-orders open

What’s Next on Max

In addition to “Weapons,” Max is refreshing its horror lineup for autumn. Subscribers can look forward to new seasons of original series and a curated selection of thrillers and supernatural titles through October.