Whenever I don't know what to watch, 1 of the first places I check is the top 10 list of the most watched movies on the best streaming services like Max. Sure, they're not all guaranteed to be winners, but it's great for cutting noise to see what everyone has buzzing

In Tom's Guide here, we've narrowed down the best movies in the top 10 up to bring you three that are really worth your time. The list includes 1 of the greatest sci・fi stories of our time, an intense sports drama led by Zac Efron, and a poignant comedy drama inspired by the writer's real-life self-discovery journey, best for Pride Month. Here's something for everyone. 

This article is based on the largest Top 6 list of 8 most-watched movies in the United States as of 1 p.m., 10 p.m. For even more streaming recommendations, be sure to check out our guide to the best new movies that have just landed on streaming and all of Max's new movies of the month. 

If you missed "Dune: The Second Part" at the theatrical debut earlier this year, you can now see the sequel to Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's sci-fi epic from the comfort of your own sofa. Timothée Chalamet has returned as a young noble thrust into the galactic war for Paul Atreides, the precious but deadly desert planet of Arrakis. 

Following its 2021 predecessor, this Chapter 2 of the planned trilogy sees him on a quest for revenge against those who destroyed his family's home. He and his pregnant mother Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) continue their journey with Fremen, led by Stilger (Javier Bardem), where they fall in love with Chani (Zendaya) and plot the downfall of Halkonens. But when Baron Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård) dispatches his ruthless nephew Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) to take control of Arrakis, Paul must decide whether to accept the prophecies he has been avoiding.

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Inspired by the heartbreaking true story of the von Erlich brothers, "The Iron Claw" follows Kevin von Erlich, Zac Efron as the second son in the family of professional wrestlers under the thumb of their domineering father, Fritz von Erlich (Holt MCCALLANEY). In the early 1980s, Kevin and his brothers worked to make history in the world of professional wrestling and build a family legacy, and Efron has joined an all-star cast including Jeremy Allen White, Lily James, Harris Dickinson, and Maura Tierney. 

"Iron Claw" is one of the rare biographical sports dramas that can be entered without knowledge and still be riveted by all the twists and turns.1 Note that like WWE, this movie can be ugly. I mean, really ugly. And the fact that it's all based on real events only amplifies the emotional impact. Even with its harsh subject matter, "Iron Nails" stands out as a remarkable film, offering a powerful performance throughout.

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After trainwreck, which was "Madame Web", Dakota Johnson asked, "Am I okay?"- A self-discovery comedy drama that made waves after its debut at the Sundance Film Festival. She stars as Lucy, a 32-year-old woman living in Los Angeles who realizes she's a lesbian after a lifetime of crappy relationships with men. 

Her best friend Jane (Mizuno Sonya) is cooperative, but she is also preparing to move on the way around the world. So Lucy must learn to stand on her own and navigate the trials and tribulations that come out later in life without the support system she has come to rely on. Directed by comedians Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne, "Am I okay?"Written by Lauren Pomerantz and based on her own life story, its authenticity and fragility shine throughout.