8 Summer Blockbusters to Stream on Peacock
It just wouldn’t be summer without ‘em!
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There comes a point in summer where it feels like it’s never going to end. It’s hot. It’s humid. Everything just moves a little bit slower. That’s the best time of year for a big, exciting movie to shake things up. And, friends, that time is now.
Be they hilarious, action-packed, thrilling, or terrifying, these summer blockbusters made waves (and box office receipts) when they premiered in their respective summers, and now they’re all available to stream on Peacock!
1. Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)
Dinosaurs now roam the Earth and the stakes have never been higher. In Jurassic World: Dominion, the original Jurassic Park stars (Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, and Sam Neill) join forces with Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) to expose a dangerous biotech conspiracy brewing at Biosyn. Expect globe-hopping action, prehistoric showdowns, and a satisfying nod to the franchise legacy.
Stream Jurassic World: Dominion on Peacock.
2. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
High schooler Ferris Bueller (Matthew Broderick) isn’t faking sick just to stay home, but he’s taking Chicago by storm. With girlfriend Sloane Peterson (Mia Sara) and best friend Cameron Frye (Alan Ruck) in tow, Ferris turns one ordinary day into an unforgettable adventure while his principal, Ed Rooney (Jeffrey Jones), plots to catch him in the act.
Stream Ferris Bueller’s Day Off on Peacock.
3. Madagascar (2005)
When pampered Central Park Zoo residents Alex the Lion (Ben Stiller), Marty the Zebra (Chris Rock), Melman the Giraffe (David Schwimmer), and Gloria the Hippo (Jada Pinkett Smith) accidentally wind up shipwrecked, they must adapt to the wild with the help and occasional chaos of King Julien (Sacha Baron Cohen) and his lemur crew.
Stream Madagascar on Peacock.
4. Shrek (2001)
Shrek (Mike Myers), a solitary ogre with a swamp to himself, reluctantly teams up with the endlessly chatty Donkey (Eddie Murphy) to rescue Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz). But as they square off against the power-hungry Lord Farquaad (John Lithgow), Shrek learns that fairy tales — and love — aren’t always what they seem.
Stream Shrek on Peacock.
5. Ted (2012)
In 1985, John, a bright-eyed 8-year-old boy wishes for his teddy bear to come to life. Cut to 2012, and John (Mark Wahlberg) is still best friends with Ted (Seth McFarlane), crude and foul-mouthed, but still a stuffed animal. Now John must balance navigating his girlfriend’s desire for him to grow up, with his life-long friendship with Ted. Seth McFarlane’s hilarious movie was such a blockbuster in 2012 that it inspired the Peacock Original series Ted, which will return for season 2, and inspired an upcoming animated spin-off series.
Stream Ted on Peacock.
6. Kung Fu Panda (2008)
In the summer blockbuster that kicked off the franchise, Po, (Jack Black), the laziest and clumsiest panda in the Valley of Peace, dreams of becoming a kung-fu legend. When the villainous snow leopard Tai Lung threatens his homeland, Po is unexpectedly selected to fulfill an ancient prophecy, and with Master Shifu's guidance, sets off on an epic quest to protect the Valley.
Stream Kung Fu Panda, and the whole series on Peacock.
7. Grease (1978)
After a whirlwind summer romance, greaser Danny Zuko (John Travolta) and sweet Sandy Olsson (Olivia Newton-John) are shocked to find themselves at the same high school. With the Pink Ladies, led by Rizzo (Stockard Channing), and the T-Birds, led by Kenickie (Jeff Conaway), pulling them in different directions, Danny and Sandy must decide if their love can survive peer pressure and fast cars.
Stream Grease on Peacock.
8. Field of Dreams (1989)
When Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella (Kevin Costner) hears a mysterious voice urging him to build a baseball diamond in his cornfield, he listens only to find Shoeless Joe Jackson (Ray Liotta) and other long-gone legends stepping out of the past. With the support of his wife Annie (Amy Madigan) and guidance from writer Terrence Mann (James Earl Jones), Ray discovers that dreams, family, and second chances are closer than they appear.
Stream Field of Dreams on Peacock.
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