As of August 2026, IGN has reviewed a significant number of films, with only one title, "Josephine," achieving a perfect 10 out of 10 score. This particular film is not yet widely released, with its debut at the Sundance Film Festival preceding a November 20 theatrical launch.
IGN's review of "Josephine" describes it as a "visceral, gentle, and ultimately, shattering" film, praising an eight-year-old protagonist's journey of finding strength when her parents fail to help her cope with witnessing a sexual assault. Mason Reeves' performance as the child is noted as stunning, while Channing Tatum and Gemma Chan deliver nuanced portrayals of parents influenced by their own upbringings. The film is directed by Beth de Araújo.
Several other films have received high marks, with scores of 9 out of 10, designated as "Amazing." These include "Send Help," a survival thriller available to stream on Hulu or via a Disney+ and Hulu bundle, and "Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie," a mockumentary comedy with a science fiction twist, also available on Hulu. "EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert," a tribute to the artist, can be streamed on Paramount+.
"The Drama," described as an absurd yet emotionally true-to-life tale about the fears of being known, is available on HBO Max. "Erupcja," lauded as the best work yet from filmmaker Pete Ohs, is available to rent or buy digitally. "Tony," a biopic about a teenage Anthony Bourdain, is currently in theaters. "Batman: Knightfall Part 1 - Knightfall," the first part of an animated trilogy, earned praise as a strong return to form for DC's direct-to-video line and will be available digitally on August 25. "Coyote vs. Acme," a mix of absurd humor and satire that pays homage to Looney Tunes characters, is set for a theatrical release on August 28. "Hope," an action-comedy-thriller saga with a peculiar structure and striking creature designs, will also hit theaters on September 9. "The Weight," a Depression-era heist film led by Ethan Hawke, is slated for a September 18 theatrical release.
Films earning an 8 out of 10, or "Great," rating include "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple," available on Netflix. "Scarlet," an anime epic from Mamoru Hosoda, is also streaming on Netflix. "Goat," an underdog sports story with strong animation, is available on Netflix. "Project Hail Mary," a sci-fi blockbuster celebrating science and teamwork, can be streamed on Prime Video. "They Will Kill You," a gem of a horror film with great stunt choreography, is on HBO Max. "Faces of Death," a postmodern remake, is available on Shudder or AMC+. "The Christophers," a deceptive chamber piece featuring Ian McKellen, is available digitally. "Mother Mary," a visually fascinating chamber piece with strong performances, is on HBO Max. "Apex," a survival thriller starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton, is available on Netflix. "The Sheep Detectives," a family comedy about grief, is on Prime Video. "Mortal Kombat II," described as big, loud, and gruesome, is available on HBO Max. "I Love Boosters," a critique of capitalism, is available digitally. "Pressure," a taut story about World War II figures, is on Peacock. "Backrooms," which expands on its YouTube series origins with striking visual composition, is available digitally. "Obession," a horror film playing on romance tropes, is available on Peacock. "Masters of the Universe," noted for its humor and fight choreography, is on Prime Video. "Carolina Caroline," a crime spree film with a unique spin, is available digitally. "The Furious," an action-packed film from stuntman director Tanigaki, is available digitally. "Leviticus," a creepy horror movie about prejudice, is available digitally. "Minions & Monsters," an ode to early Hollywood, is available digitally. "The Invite," a stylized piece of cinema about romantic disillusionment, is in theaters. "The Odyssey," Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic poem, is available in theaters and IMAX. "Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender," a gorgeously animated return for Team Avatar, is available on Paramount+. "Her Private Hell," a visually exquisite film from Nicolas Winding Refn, is available for preorder digitally. "It Ends," a creepy and amusing film set largely in a car, will be released in select theaters on August 21. "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York," a sophomore feature from Mr. Segan, is set for theatrical release on October 23.