3 New Paramount+ Movies That Scored 90% on Rotten Tomatoes (June 2025)
Many individuals visit Rotten Tomatoes to determine whether a movie is rated “Fresh” or “Rotten.” This is particularly valuable when platforms like Paramount+ introduce a plethora of new titles each month.
In June 2025, Paramount+ enhanced its already vast library with a selection of new hits and beloved classics. Watch With Us has compiled a short list of films that achieved at least a 90 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Risky Business and Stand by Me are iconic films from the 1980s, while Call Me by Your Name is an award-winning drama that propelled Dune star Timothée Chalamet into the spotlight.
‘Call Me by Your Name’ (2017)
Rotten Tomatoes score: 95 percent
Summer is the perfect time for this enchanting romance, which earned four Oscar nominations in 2018, winning one for Best Adapted Screenplay. Timothée Chalamet portrays Elio, a 17-year-old who spends his vacation at his parents’ Italian villa. When the charming 24-year-old Oliver (Armie Hammer) arrives to study with his father, Elio finds himself developing complex feelings that might be reciprocated.
Under the direction of Luca Guadagnino, Call Me by Your Name beautifully encapsulates the exhilaration and heartache of young love—as well as the languor of a summer filled with anticipation. Chalamet’s performance stands the test of time, making Elio’s journey a compelling watch.
Elio is a moody, often irresponsible teen—full of desire and eager to impress. He embodies the essence of teenage love and lust, and Chalamet keeps Elio engaging, even when he falls short of full sympathy.
Call Me by Your Name is available on Paramount+.
‘Risky Business’ (1983)
Rotten Tomatoes score: 93 percent
It’s hard to fault Joel Goodsen (Tom Cruise) for seeking some fun—at 17, with his parents away for a week, he’s been the model son. That’s why he hires call girl Lana (Rebecca De Mornay) for a night of adventure, but complications arise when her pimp, Guido (The Matrix‘s Joe Pantoliano), doesn’t take kindly to her connection with Joel. When Guido steals from Joel, he must scrape together a lot of cash quickly to prevent his parents from discovering his predicament.
Though Risky Business might seem like a typical teen sex comedy, its execution reveals deeper themes. Joel is not just a randy jock; he grapples with his identity and future. De Mornay’s Lana is equally fascinating, using her allure to conceal her sharp intelligence. Whether she genuinely likes Joel or is simply playing him is beautifully ambiguous, enhanced by De Mornay’s captivating performance.
Risky Business is available on Paramount+.
‘Stand by Me’ (1986)
Rotten Tomatoes score: 92 percent
While Stephen King is better known for his horror tales, his short story “The Body” inspired this heartfelt film adaptation. Writer Gordie (Richard Dreyfuss today, Wil Wheaton in youth) reflects on a summer in his past when he and three friends—Chris (River Phoenix), Teddy (Corey Feldman), and Vern (Jerry O’Connell)—set out to find a deceased body in a neighboring town. Their journey reveals the inevitable transition from childhood to the realities of adulthood.
Stand by Me remains a seminal coming-of-age film, setting a high bar that many have tried to replicate over the past four decades. Its straightforward narrative, compelling performances, and poignant conclusion keep it at the forefront of the genre.
A standout performance comes from Phoenix as the troubled Chris, who grapples with the weight of his reputation. It’s a role filled with unexpected depth and sadness, making his untimely departure all the more tragic.
