New Line’s $38 Million Gamble Pays Off: ‘Weapons’ on JioHotstar

New Line Cinema’s $38 million gamble on Weapons has paid off, and the film is now streaming on JioHotstar. Directed by Zach Cregger, the movie grossed $269.1 million worldwide in 2025. It stars Josh Brolin and Julia Garner.
The plot revolves around the disappearance of 17 children from the town of Maybrook. On a Wednesday morning, the children ran into the night and never returned. The film follows the town’s search for answers and the suspicion that falls on the class teacher, played by Garner.
The cast delivers strong performances, with Brolin and Garner leading the way. The film also features Benedict Wong and Austin Abrams. The story is gripping and the production values are high.
The film was the subject of a bidding war in 2023, with New Line Cinema beating out Universal for the rights. Jordan Peele was also interested in producing the film. The box office success validated the studio’s decision.
JioHotstar announced the release on Instagram, sharing a promo that teases the film’s mystery. Viewers can now stream Weapons and see why it was worth the investment.