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Boston Globe
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Tom Brady's soccer docuseries, plus more new TV shows and movies to watch this weekend
Brec Bassinger in 'Final Destination Bloodlines." Eric Milner 'Final Destination Bloodlines' The Available on HBO Max Advertisement New TV shows now available to stream "Built in Birmingham: Brady & the Blues" premieres Friday on Prime Video. Amazon MGM Studios 'Built in Birmingham: Brady & the Blues' Taking a page out of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's 'Welcome to Wrexham' playbook, Brady tries to bring his winning ways to a soccer team across the pond in his new docuseries for Prime Video. With all five episodes dropping on Friday, the show follows Brady, who became a minority owner of the Birmingham City club in 2023, as he and the Blues look to take the team to the next level. Available on Prime Video 'Eyes of Wakanda' Explore the legacy of the Available on Disney+ Advertisement Binge-worthy weekend TV pick Hiroyuki Sanada in "Shōgun." Kurt Iswarienko/FX 'Shōgun' If the premiere of Available on Hulu Movie night pick From left: Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder in "Blazing Saddles." Moviestore/REX/Shutterstock 'Blazing Saddles' We could all use a laugh these days, and there's no better classic to queue up for a fun movie night than 'Blazing Saddles,' which streams on Paramount+ beginning Friday. The Mel Brooks-directed film, which turned 50 last year, stars Gene Wilder and Cleavon Little as unlikely Old West heroes who must protect their town from being taken over by an unscrupulous railroad company. Globe film critic Odie Henderson called the western parody a 'masterpiece' in Available on Paramount+ Matt Juul is the assistant digital editor for the Living Arts team at the Boston Globe, with over a decade of experience covering arts and entertainment. Advertisement Matt Juul can be reached at
Tom's Guide
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (July 29-Aug. 4)
This week offers plenty of new movie options across the best streaming services, from a post-apocalyptic zombie thriller to a romantic drama set at a storied English university. Whatever sort of movie you're in the mood for, there's likely a newcomer to suit your tastes. '28 Years Later' on PVOD platforms headlines the next seven days, but HBO Max subscribers will be eager to enjoy the blood-soaked thrills of 'Final Destination Bloodlines' while over on Netflix, get your tissues out, because 'My Oxford Year' looks like a tearjerker. Looking to watch something fresh? These are the top new movies landing across streaming services over the next few days. And if you want to binge-watch, here's a guide to all the best new TV shows this week. The old saying goes, 'Time heals all,' but in Danny Boyle's apocalyptic zombie-infested Britain, that's not the case. This long-awaited second sequel to '28 Days Later' takes place almost three decades after the Rage Virus turned the U.K. into a quarantine island cut off from the rest of the world, and things have not improved in the time since Cillian Murphy's Jim was wandering around a devastated London. If anything, the situation has only gotten worse. On a remote, well-fortified island just off the mainland, Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) lives with his son Spike (Alfie Williams) and ill wife Isla (Jodie Comer). Taking his son on a rite-of-passage trip to the zombie-plagued mainland, Jamie and Spike discover the infected have mutated to become even deader, and that there are additional threats to consider. Also starring Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell, '28 Years Later' successfully recaptures the spirit and visual style of the 2002 original and, aside from a tonally confused ending, is an extremely compelling watch. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Plus, it features more than a few references to my beloved Newcastle Utd soccer team and is set in North East England (which happens to be my birthplace), which makes it an instant must-watch in my books. Buy or rent on Amazon from July 29 Mike Flanagan has developed a reputation as a horror master after directing movies like 'Oculus," "Gerald's Game" and 'Doctor Sleep,' alongside helming chilling Netflix shows 'The Haunting of Hill House' and 'Midnight Mass." However, he trades his usual spooky approach for something a little more heartwarming with 'The Life of Chuck.' This fantasy drama has been described as 'life-affirming' and has even been mooted as a potential awards contender in the upcoming season. Based on the novella of the same name by Stephen King, it marks the third time Flanagan has adapted one of the legendary author's works for the big screen, and stars Tom Hiddleston as the eponymous Charles 'Chuck' Krantz. The movie is told in reverse chronological order as we follow Chunk from his adulthood through to his younger years as he experiences all the ordinary things that make life truly extraordinary. The well-received movie also stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Karen Gillan, Jacob Tremblay and Mark Hamill. Buy or rent on Amazon from July 29 'Final Destination Bloodlines' marks the return of the long-running horror franchise, and it's an excellent revival. I'd argue it ranks among the very best of 'Final Destination' movies ever, keeping the classic formula intact but with new twists that only add to the blood-soaking mayhem. Following the series' longest premonition scene to date, we flash forward more than 50 years and meet Stefani (Kaitlyn Santa Juana), a college student haunted by a grisly vision of a skytower collapsing in the 1960s. Soon enough, death begins stalking Stefani and her family, and the secret to survival might just be locked in her grandmother's past. The overly complicated death sequences have always been the main appeal of the 'Final Destination' franchise, and 'Bloodlines' packs some of the most darkly funny ones to date. And while it doesn't completely reinvent the wheel, it does take a few risks that all play off very well. It also marks the final on-screen appearance of franchise mainstay Tony Todd, who delivers a memorable last performance that might just have you shedding a tear or two. Watch on HBO Max from August 1 If you're looking for a gooey romantic comedy-drama in the vein of 'The Life List,' then Netflix has you covered this week with 'My Oxford Year.' Yes, the release timing is a little odd — a romance tale set in rainy England feels perfect for the fall — but still, I have no doubts this movie will prove popular with Netflix subscribers, even if critics might tear it to shreds. Based on the novel of the same name by Julia Whelan, it centers on Anna De La Vega (Sofia Carson), an American student who fulfills her lifelong dream of studying at England's prestigious (and pretentious) Oxford University. By all accounts, her life is going exactly to plan, but her carefully-considered plan is thrown into turmoil when she meets a very charming British boy (Corey Mylchreest) and sparks fly. Guaranteed to be full of sappy dialogue and overly dramatic musings about seizing the moment while you can, 'My Oxford Year' clearly knows its audience and plays to it. Watch on Netflix from August 1 Hulu's big addition this week is a historical action epic that tells the story of William Tell, a Swiss folk hero, who was an important player in the country's attempts to fight against Austrian invaders in the 14th century. Directed by Nick Hamm and starring Claes Bang in the titular role, this cinematic spin on the legend opens with Tell, a former soldier in the Crusades, living as a huntsman. When the Austrian Empire marches into his country, he refuses to bend the knee and instead becomes part of a revolution that seeks to push back against these foreign oppressors. Also starring Connor Swindells, Golshifteh Farahani, Rafe Spall, Jonathan Pryce and Ben Kingsley, on the surface 'William Tell' looks like it has all the ingredients to be a 'Braveheart' for a new generation. Unfortunately, its critical reception was anything but epic. With a lengthy 134-minute runtime, 'William Tell' might only be one for genre obsessives. Watch on Hulu from August 1
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus and more (June 17-23)
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. There's plenty of noteworthy new movies across the best streaming services this week, with a little something for everyone from gruesome horror to an inspiring space-themed doc. However, I think the biggest newcomer is the arrival of 'A Minecraft Movie' on HBO Max. I'm no fan of the flick; it ranks in my 5 least favorite movies of 2025 to date (sorry, Minecrafters), but its box office-breaking success suggests I'm in the minority camp with this opinion. Other top new picks include 'Final Destination Bloodlines' arriving on premium video-on-demand streaming platforms, and Netflix's new vibrant animation from the studio behind 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,' 'Kpop Demon Hunters' — yes, that is a real movie that you can watch this week. If you're looking for something fresh to stream over the next seven days, you've come to the right place. And also don't forget to check out our guide to the best TV news shows this week. The return of the iconic 'Final Destination' series was a long time coming and after more than a decade's wait, 'Final Destination Bloodlines' proved more than worthy of the franchise's name. I'd go as far as to say it might even be the best installment to date; it's certainly top two, in my opinion. The passage of time certainly helps the formula of a cast of characters being stalked by death feel fresh again, but 'Bloodlines' makes some subtly creative (and super bloody) choices that work a treat. As all 'Final Destination' movies do, 'Bloodlines' begins with a bombastic premonition, where a character sees a vision of future death to come, managing to save a few people, death quickly comes back to claim those who escaped his master plan. However, the wrinkle here is that this time it's the grandchildren of one of the survivors who are being hunted. Alongside this new spin, 'Bloodlines' still offers all the outrageously gory deaths you'd expect from a 'Final Destination' movie and has an enjoyable self-aware streak as well. Buy or rent on Amazon from June 17 My local theatre hasn't yet screened 'Friendship,' so I'm particularly pleased to see it arrive on streaming this week because the comedic combo of Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd sounds absolutely perfect. Based on the movie's critical reception (it's currently rated 88% on Rotten Tomatoes), it looks like the team-up of Rudd and Robinson was just as good in practice as it sounded on paper. This one certainly seems worth the rental fee. In 'Friendship,' Tim Robinson plays Craig, a suburban husband and father whose wife is growing frustrated with his increasing emotional distance. When he meets a neighbor, Austin (Rudd), the two strike up a close friendship. But their fast relationship might just be the catalyst for the destruction of both their lives. It kinda looks like a quirky version of Rudd's other bromance comedy, 'I Love You, Man,' and that's one heck of an elevator pitch to me. Buy or rent on Amazon from June 17 Sally Ride was an extremely inspirational figure as the first American woman to travel to space (and only the third overall). This new documentary aims to celebrate her life and a litany of incredible achievements. It's sure to be a documentary that will inspire viewers and also remind us just how small our place in the universe truly is. Also, it's simultaneously hitting both Hulu and Disney Plus, so the House of Mouse is giving this a big push. Beyond Sally's incredible achievements while working at NASA, the movie also explores her life beyond her important work, highlighting the deeply personal story that was going on behind the scenes. Her 27-year relationship with science educator Tam O'Shaughnessy is a key part of the documentary, with 'Sally' showcasing how the pair had to make numerous sacrifices in their professional and personal lives to keep their romance under wraps. Watch on Hulu and Disney Plus from June 17 If I selected movies on this list based on the titles alone, then Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' would deserve the top spot, because the eyebrow-raising name is surely going to help this animated musical action-comedy stand out in the crowded Netflix library. I'm a little surprised to learn that this isn't based on a pre-existing manga or anime, or created in collaboration with a real pop band. Instead, it's an original property from Sony Pictures Animation. Consider me intrigued to see the final result. The movie focuses on a Kpop super group, comprised of Rumi (voiced by Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong) and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo), who spend their time leaping between sell-out stadium shows and, you've guessed it, hunting demons. They must rise to the occasion when they face their biggest threat yet, a rival boy band who are really demons in disguise. I'm not a Kpop aficionado whatsoever, but the fantastic 'Spiderverse'-like animation style is enough for this movie to have already earned a place in my Netflix watchlist. Watch on Netflix from June 20 If you've been desperate to scream 'Chicken Jockey' at the top of your lungs in your own living room, then you'll be delighted to know that 'A Minecraft Movie' is streaming on HBO Max from Friday (June 20). Just don't ask me what the term means, I'm still not really sure. Beyond the many memes, the movie is a sugary blockbuster bursting with colorful effects and larger-than-life characters. Whether you find it entertaining or just highly irritating is a matter of personal taste, but you can't deny its cultural impact. Starring Jack Black, Jason Momoa and Danielle Brooks, this wild adventure is inspired by the juggernaut block-building video game of the same name, and sees a quartet of misfits stumble upon a strange blocky land known as the Overworld. Here, they team up with a zany crafter, Steve (Black), and set out on a quest to save the Minecraft universe from an army of sinister pigs. Watch on HBO Max from June 20 5 top new shows to stream this week Netflix top 10 movies — here's the 3 worth watching All 6 'Final Destination' movies, ranked
Tom's Guide
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Max, Netflix, Disney Plus, and more
Another weekend means a fresh wave of new movies across the best streaming services just arrived, including some of this year's biggest blockbusters. But figuring out what to watch with so much to choose from can quickly become a headache. That's why we regularly comb through all the new movies on streaming to highlight the best of the bunch. The biggest newcomer this week is easily "A Minecraft Movie" on Max, though my top pick would have to be 'Final Destination Bloodlines' arriving on premium video-on-demand streaming platforms. On Netflix, you can check out 'Kpop Demon Hunters," a fun and vibrant new animated adventure from the studio behind the "Spider-Verse" films. Over on Disney Plus, there's a new live-action musical version of "Frozen" with new songs from the original movie's songwriters. Lastly, Paramount Plus has a millennia-spanning love story starring Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun called "Love Me." So if you're looking for what to watch this weekend, your search is over. Here are our picks for the best new movies on streaming to add to your watchlist. Working as a prequel and a sequel, the long-awaited sixth "Final Destination" film reinvigorates the franchise by taking its iconic premise to a new level: If death hunts down those who cheat fate, what happens when those survivors have children? While this generational angle adds a fun new layer, "Bloodlines" still delivers on all the inventive gore and over-the-top kills that fans have come to expect. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Like every movie in the series, "Bloodlines" kicks off with a jaw-dropping premonition where a character foresees a deadly catastrophe and manages to save a few would-be victims. The twist this time is that a survivor's grandchild, college student Stefani Reyes (Kaitlyn Santa Juana), finds herself in the crosshairs when death comes to collect his dues. The time gap works in the film's favor, making the familiar formula of death stalking survivors feel fresh again for one of the best entries in the series since "Final Destination 2." Buy or rent now on Amazon or Apple Parents everywhere can breathe a sigh of relief: you don't have to brave the Chicken Jockey frenzy in theaters to see "A Minecraft Movie" anymore, now that it's landed on Max. Whether you find this year's biggest blockbuster delightfully entertaining or an exhausting barrage of meme fodder depends on your taste, but it's hard to deny the cultural impact it's had. Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, and Sebastian Hansen star as a scrappy group of misfits who stumble through a portal into the pixelated world of Minecraft. To survive their blocky new world, their imagination will be put to the test as they team up with Steve (Jack Black), a seasoned crafter who's been stuck there for decades. Director Jared Hess ("Napoleon Dynamite") brings his signature offbeat humor, while Jack Black once again proves he's a comedic powerhouse capable of winning over a whole new generation of kids. Stream it now on Max What happens when a chart-topping music genre crashes headfirst into an animated realm crawling with soul-sucking demons? That's what we'll find out in "KPop Demon Hunters," Netflix's latest animated adventure. It's from the same animation studio behind the "Spider-Verse" films and "The Mitchells vs. the Machines," so if nothing else, this promises to be a stunning feast for the eyes. "KPop Demon Hunters" follows superstars Rumi (voiced by Arden Cho), Mira (May Hong), and Zoey (Ji-young Yoo), who split their time between selling out stadiums and (what else?) slaying demons. But they're faced with their biggest challenge yet when a rival boy band turns out to be a group of demons in disguise. With the souls of their fans at stake, not to mention their reputation, the idols gear up to slay the day. Watch it now on Netflix Anyone counting down the days until "Wicked: For Good" will be excited to learn that one of Disney's most popular movies of all time, "Frozen," is getting the "Hamilton" treatment on Disney Plus. The musical tells the same story as the animated film, only in a live stage format. You'd be forgiven for thinking this is the Broadway version based on the title, but it's actually a taping of the show's West End production at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London, which ran from 2021 to 2024. The show features 12 new songs written exclusively for the musical by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, who co-wrote the songs for both "Frozen" and "Frozen 2." And of course, there's still all the original earworms from the movie, only this time with "Pretty Woman: The Musical" star Samantha Barks belting out "Let It Go" instead of Idina Menzel. Watch it now on Disney Plus For an offbeat romantic drama with a heavy helping of sci-fi, look no further than Kristen Stewart and Steven Yeun's "Love Me." Set in a future where humanity has gone extinct, it follows an unexpected duo: a weather buoy (voiced by Stewart) that becomes self-aware after a brief encounter with a passing satellite (Yeun). Yearning for a sense of self, the buoy calls itself 'Me' and dubs the satellite 'Iam.' Me persuades Iam to study the remnants of the internet with her to better understand what it means to be human. Though Iam doesn't realize it, Me begins to construct new identities for them both based on social media posts from a once-living couple. As their bond evolves into something that resembles love, the cracks in their borrowed identities as well as their growing connection begin to show. Watch it now on Paramount Plus
USA Today
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Missed 'Final Destination Bloodlines' at the movies? Now you can watch at home
Missed 'Final Destination Bloodlines' at the movies? Now you can watch at home Show Caption Hide Caption 'Final Destination Bloodlines' trailer teases grisly deaths A family is marked for death in "Final Destination Bloodlines," the horror series' first installment since 2011. After a month in theaters, "Final Destination Bloodlines" is coming home. The sixth installment of the "Final Destination" franchise, famous for killing off its cast one by one in freak accidents, is now available to rent or buy on Amazon's Prime Video, following a successful, albeit temporary, run at the box office. "Final Destination Bloodlines" is also the first installment since 2011, and the first to be filmed for IMAX. The newest chapter in New Line Cinema's "bloody successful franchise takes audiences back to the very beginning of Death's twisted sense of justice," a logline displayed on Prime Video reads. "Plagued by a violent recurring nightmare, college student Stefani heads home to track down the one person who might be able to break the cycle and save her (bloodline) from the grisly demise that inevitably awaits them all," the logline continues. Here's what to know about "Final Destination Bloodlines," including how to watch it at home. More: How 'Final Destination Bloodlines' blows up the franchise's formula How to watch 'Final Destination Bloodlines' "Final Destination Bloodlines" is officially available to rent or buy on Prime Video. The film costs $24.99 to purchase or $19.99 to rent. According to Prime Video, users have 30 days to start watching the rented film, once they begin watching, they have 48 hours to finish it. Some of the films from "The Final Destination" franchise are currently available to stream on Max, including "The Final Destination," "Final Destination," "Final Destination 2," "Final Destination 3" and "Final Destination 5". All of the movies except for "The Final Destination" are slated to leave Max in 13 days, so fans of the franchise better hurry. Spoilers! Tony Todd went off script for 'Final Destination Bloodlines' goodbye What is 'Final Destination Bloodlines' about? The latest "Final Destination" installment follows Stefanie (Kaitlyn Santa Juana), a sleep-deprived college student with a deadly premonition, who returns to her hometown to seek help from the only person who can save her and her family from Death. 'Final Destination Bloodlines' cast According to IMDB, the cast of "Final Destination Bloodlines" includes: Kaitlyn Santa Juana as Stefani Reyes Gabrielle Rose as older Iris (Stefani's grandmother) Brec Bassinger as young Iris (Stefani's grandmother) Teo Briones as Charlie Reyes (Stefani's younger brother) Rya Kihlstedt as Darlene Campbell (Stefani and Charlie's estranged mother) Anna Lore as Julia Campbell (Stefani and Charlie's cousin) Owen Patrick Joyner as Bobby Campbell (Stefani and Charlie's cousin) Richard Harmon as Erik Campbell (Stefani and Charlie's cousin) Tony Todd as William John Bludworth Alex Zahara as Uncle Howard April Telek as Aunt Brenda Tinpo Lee as Marty Reyes (Stefani and Charlie's father) Watch 'Final Destination Bloodlines' trailer We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage. Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you make a purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change. Contributing: Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY
