CS Video: Director John Hyams Talks Survival Thriller Alone

ComingSoon.net had the chance to speak with filmmaker John Hyams (Black Summer, Z Nation, One Dog Day) about his new survival thriller Alone, starring Jules Willcox (Bloodline) as a widowed traveler who is forced to battle against the elements and her kidnapper in the suspenseful feature. You can check out the interview below and rent or purchase your copy of the movie here!

RELATED: Alone Review: A Simple Yet Exhilarating Survivalist Thriller

In the film, a grief-stricken young widow flees the city to cope with the loss of her husband. When she’s kidnapped by a mysterious man and locked in a cabin in the Pacific Northwest, she escapes into the wilderness and is pursued by her captor.

Alone is directed by Hyams and written by Mattias Olsson, and also stars Marc Menchaca, Anthony Heald, and Jonathan Rosenthal.

RELATED: Sator Trailer & Poster From Jordan Graham’s Demonic Thriller

Alone is available now on Digital from Magnet Releasing. A Mill House Motion Pictures, Paperclip Ltd., and XYZ Films production, the movie was produced by Jordan Foley, Jonathan Rosenthal, Mike Macari, and Henrik JP Åkesson.

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New Tom & Jerry Poster: Best of Enemies, Worst of Friends

Warner Bros. Pictures has released a brand new Tom & Jerry poster for Tim Story’s upcoming live-action/CGI-hybrid film adaptation of the iconic animated series, featuring the titular rivals as they go on a New York City adventure. Originally scheduled for a March 5, 2021 release, the Chloë Grace Moretz-led film is currently set to debut on February 26, 2021, in theaters and on HBO Max. Check out the full poster in the gallery below!

RELATED: Tom & Jerry Trailer: All Friends Fight, These Friends Battle

One of the most beloved rivalries in history is reignited when Jerry moves into New York City’s finest hotel on the eve of “the wedding of the century,” forcing the event’s desperate planner to hire Tom to get rid of him, in director Tim Story’s “Tom and Jerry.”  The ensuing cat and mouse battle threatens to destroy her career, the wedding and possibly the hotel itself. But soon, an even bigger problem arises: a diabolically ambitious staffer conspiring against all three of them. An eye-popping blend of classic animation and live action, Tom and Jerry’s new adventure stakes new ground for the iconic characters and forces them to do the unthinkable… work together to save the day.

Joining Tom & Jerry are Chloë Grace Moretz (The Addams Family) as Kayla, Michael Peña (Ant-Man & the Wasp) as Terrance, Rob Delaney (Deadpool 2), Colin Jost (Saturday Night Live) and Ken Jeong (Crazy Rich Asians). It will also feature Pallavi Sharda (Lion), Jordan Bolger (Peaky Blinders), Patsy Ferran (Darkest Hour), Nicky Jam, Bobby Cannavale (Ant-Man and the Wasp), and Lil Rel Howery (The Angry Birds Movie 2).

Tim Story is directing for Warner Bros. from a script by Kevin Costello. The Story Company’s Sharla Sumpter Bridgett will also produce the project, while Story, Adam Goodman, Steven Harding, Sam Register, Jesse Ehrman and Allison Abbate are attached as executive producers.

RELATED: David Bowers to Direct Live-Action/CG Hybrid Rugrats Movie

The film will feature an animated (and silent) Tom and Jerry, whose shenanigans will take place in a live-action world. This is the first in a series of similarly designed projects from WB with the others being Space Jam 2 from producers Ryan Coogler, Maverick Carter and LeBron James; Scooby Doo, which Chris Columbus is currently overseeing; and a Wile E. Coyote vs. ACME hybrid feature, with Chris McKay from the LEGO universe as creative supervisor.

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New to Stream: HBO Max January 2021 Highlights

HBO Max has unveiled its January 2021 movie and TV highlights, including John Lee Hancock’s suspenseful psychological thriller The Little Things, starring Academy Award winners Denzel Washington, Rami Malek, and Jared Leto; all six seasons of Gossip Girl; the premiere of Locked Down starring Anne Hathaway and Chiwetel Ejiofor; the second special episode of the Emmy-winning drama Euphoria; Search Party’s Season 4 return; and more. You can check out the full January lineup below!

RELATED: Lynda Carter’s Wonder Woman Series Now Available on HBO Max!

Titles Coming to HBO Max in January

Exact Dates to be Announced:

Arthur’s Law, Max Original Series Premiere

The unemployed Arthur Ahnepol (Jan Josef Liefers) ekes out a bleak existence. Drawn from the strains of his unhappy marriage and bored to death, he makes a morbid plan: he wants his obnoxious wife to die. With the money from the life insurance there’s no obstacle for a restart with his beloved mistress. But an unwritten law dominates the life of the unlucky fellow: every problem solved by Arthur has a far worse effect. And so, he sets off an avalanche of disastrous events.

The Event, Max Original Series Premiere

An unprecedented look behind the scenes of the extraordinary events created by Wolfgang Puck Catering and legendary restaurateur Wolfgang Puck. From Renegade 83, each one-hour episode will follow various members of Puck’s team as they strive to amaze clients and surpass even the highest expectations.

Locked Down, Max Original Film Premiere

Just as they decide to separate, Linda (Anne Hathaway) and Paxton (Chiwetel Ejiofor) find life has other plans when they are stuck at home in a mandatory lockdown. Co-habitation is proving to be a challenge, but fueled by poetry and copious amounts of wine, it will bring them closer together in the most surprising way.

Perfect Life (fka Vida Perfecta), Max Original Season 1 Premiere

Maria, Esther and Cristina are three women in the middle of a life crisis. They have realized that the plans they had made for themselves haven’t really gotten them the long-promised happiness they yearned for. Together, they will find alternatives and make decisions that will lead them away from what society expects from them. They will soon realize that life doesn’t necessarily have to be what they always imagined.

Possessions, HBO Max Season 1 Premiere

The series tells the story of Natalie, a young French expatriate in Israel, who is charged with the murder of her husband on their wedding night. Karim, a French diplomat in charge of helping French citizens who have to deal with the Israeli authorities, slowly falls for Natalie. He cannot figure out whether the young lady is deeply lost and vulnerable, or dangerously manipulative. Obsessed with this case, Karim dives into Natalie and her family’s mysterious past.

Selena + Chef, Max Original Season 2 Premiere

The unscripted cooking series features the multi-platinum selling recording artist, actress, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist as she navigates unfamiliar territory: making delicious meals while stuck at home in quarantine.

January 1:

12 oz. Mouse, Seasons 1 & 2
42nd Street, 1933
All the President’s Men, 1976
Apple & Onion, Season 1B
The Autobiography Of Miss Jane Pittman, 1974 (HBO)
Batman Begins, 2005
Batman Beyond
Batman Beyond: The Return of the Joker, 2000
Batman: Bad Blood, 2016
Batman: Death in the Family, 2020
Batman: Hush, 2019
Batman: The Animated Series
Blade, 1998
A Better Life, 2011 (HBO)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, 2005
Dog Day Afternoon, 1975
Check It Out! with Steve Brule
Chinatown, 1974
Codename: Kids Next Door
The Color Purple, 1985
The Conjuring, 2013
Courage the Cowardly Dog
Craig of the Creek, Season 2
The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course, 2002 (HBO)
The Dark Knight, 2008
The Dark Knight Rises, 2012
Dim Sum Funeral, 2009 (HBO)
Ed, Edd n Eddy
El Amor No Puede Esperar (Aka Love Can’t Wait), 2021 (HBO)
Happy Feet, 2006
The Electric Horseman, 1979 (HBO)
Escape from New York, 1981
The Exorcist, 1973
Flashpoint, 1984 (HBO)
The General’s Daughter, 1999 (HBO)
Gossip Girl
Green Lantern, 2011
Green Lantern: The Animated Series
Gremlins , 1984
Gremlins 2: The New Batch, 1990
The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy
Happily N’Ever After, 2007 (HBO)
Happily N’Ever After 2: Snow White, 2009 (HBO)
Happy-Go-Lucky, 2008 (HBO)
He Said She Said, 1991 (HBO)
Heaven Help Us, 1985 (HBO)
The Infamous Future, 2018
Jay And Silent Bob Strike Back, 2001 (HBO)
The Jellies
Justice League Dark: Apokolips War, 2020
Kong: Skull Island, 2017
Little Con Lili, 2021 (HBO)
Loiter Squad
Ma, 2019 (HBO)
Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior, 1983
Mad Max: Fury Road, 2015
Magic Mike, 2012
Mao Mao, Heroes of Pure Heart
March of the Penguins, 2005
Margaret, 2011 (Extended Version) (HBO)
Miracle On 34th Street, 1994 (HBO)
Miss Firecracker, 1989 (HBO)
Mulholland Dr., 2001
Mystic River, 2003
Nitro Circus: The Movie 3D, 2012 (HBO)
No Country for Old Men, 2007
The Notebook, 2004
Ocean’s 8, 2018
Ocean’s Eleven , 2001
Ocean’s Thirteen, 2007
Ocean’s Twelve, 2004
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, 1985
Piter, 2021 (HBO)
The Producers, 1968
Pulp Fiction, 1994
Purple Rain, 1984
Ready Player One, 2018
Revenge Of The Nerds, 1984 (HBO)
Revenge Of The Nerds II: Nerds In Paradise, 1987 (HBO)
Revenge Of The Nerds IV: Nerds In Love, 2005 (HBO)
Rollerball, 2002 (HBO)
Se7en, 1995
Shallow Hal, 2001 (HBO)
Snowpiercer, Season 1
A Star is Born , 2018
Superman: Doomsday, 2007
Superman: Man of Tomorrow, 2020
Superman Returns, 2006
Swimfan, 2002 (HBO)
This Is Spinal Tap, 1984
The Three Stooges, 2012 (HBO)
TMNT, 2007
Tom Goes to the Mayor
The Trouble With Spies, 1987 (HBO)
Underclassman, 2005 (HBO)
V for Vendetta, 2005
Van Wilder: Freshman Year (Extended Version), 2009 (HBO)
Walk Of Shame, 2014 (HBO)
Warrior, Seasons 1 & 2 (HBO)
Willard, 1971 (HBO)
Worth Winning, 1989 (HBO)
You Can Count On Me, 2000 (HBO)

January 2:

The High Note, 2020 (HBO)

January 4:

30 Coins, Series Premiere (HBO)

January 8:

Patriot’s Day, 2016
Scream, 1996
Squish, Season 1

January 9:

The Alienist: Angel of Darkness, Season 2
Ben 10, Season 4A
The King Of Staten Island, 2020 (HBO)

January 10:

Miracle Workers, Season 2
Tiger, Two-Part Documentary Premiere (HBO)

January 12:

Against The Wild, 2014
Against the Wild 2: Survive the Serengeti, 2016
Alpha and Omega 5: Family Vacation, 2015
Alpha and Omega 6: Dino Digs, 2016
Batkid Begins: The Wish Heard Around the World, 2015
Blue Valentine, 2010
Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2, 2000
Earth Girls Are Easy, 1989
An Elephant’s Journey , 2018
The Escape Artist, 1982
Get Carter, 1971
Hecho En Mexico, 2012
Hellboy: Blood and Iron, 2007
Hellboy: Sword of Storms , 2006
Hellboy: The Dark Below, 2010
Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again, 2016
The Killing of a Chinese Bookie, 1976
The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness, 2013
La Mujer de Mi Hermano , 2005
Leapfrog Letter Factory Adventures: Amazing Word Explorers , 2015
Leapfrog Letter Factory Adventures: Counting on Lemonade , 2014
Leapfrog Letter Factory Adventures: The Letter Machine Rescue Team , 2014
Leapfrog: Numberland, 2012
Lost and Delirious, 2001
Love and Sex, 2000
Lovely & Amazing , 2002
The Man Who Would Be King, 1975
Meatballs, 1979
The Men Who Stare at Goats, 2009
A Mermaid’s Tale, 2017
Mistress, 1992
Mother’s Day, 2012
Mud, 2013
Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki, 2016
Night is Short, Walk on Girl, 2017
No Eres Tu Soy Yo, 2011
Norm of the North: King Sized Adventure, 2019
Ollie & Moon, Seasons 1 & 2
Other Parents, Seasons 1 & 2
Pinocchio, 2012
Promare, 2019
Reservoir Dogs, 1992
Ride Your Wave, 2019
Righteous Kill, 2008
Sprung, 1997
The Spy Next Door, 2010
Tender Mercies, 1983
Thanks for Sharing, 2013
Turtle Tale, 2018
The Visitor, 2008
Vixen, 2015

January 14:

Search Party, Max Original Season 4 Premiere

In the new season, “Dory” (Alia Shawkat) is held prisoner by her psychotic stalker “Chip” (Cole Escola), who is determined to make Dory believe that they are best friends. Meanwhile, “Portia” (Meredith Hagner) is starring in a film about the trial, although not as herself; “Elliott” (John Early) has switched party lines to become a far-right conservative talk show host; and “Drew” (John Reynolds) is trying to escape his dark past by working as a costumed cast member in a theme park.

January 15:

Stephen King’s It, 1990
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, 1975
Poltergeist, 1982
Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Director’s Cut, Season 1 dubbed (Crunchyroll Collection)
Real Time With Bill Maher, Season 19 Premiere (HBO)
Roots (Mini Series), 1977
Si Yo Fuera Rico (Aka If I Were Rich), 2021 (HBO)
The Wayans Bros

January 16:

Eve
Kill Bill: Vol. 1, 2003 (HBO)
Kill Bill: Vol. 2, 2004 (HBO)

January 19:

Everwood

January 20:

At Home with Amy Sedaris, Season 3
C.B. Strike, Season 1 (HBO)
C.B. Strike: Lethal White, Limited Series Premiere (HBO)

January 21:

Gomorrah, Max Original Season 3 Premiere

The iconic Italian crime series Gomorrah is based on Roberto Saviano’s bestselling book that examines the account of the decline of Naples under the rule of the Camorra.

Looney Tunes Cartoons, Season 1C

In this latest batch, Taz stars in his first full-length Looney Tunes Cartoons short when he takes on Bugs Bunny in a Roman coliseum. If Bugs makes it out of the arena, there will be plenty of foes waiting to match wits with him including Elmer Fudd, a leprechaun and Cecil Turtle. Daffy and Porky continue their misadventures from skydiving to solving the mystery of Porky’s missing pants! Fan-favorites Sylvester and Tweety along with Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner also come along for the ride in these ten all-new animated episodes. It’s an all-new year with all-new Looney!

January 22:

The New Adventures of Old Christine
Painting With John, Series Premiere (HBO)

January 23:

Don’t Let Go, 2019 (HBO)
Person of Interest

January 24:

Euphoria Special Episode Part 2: F*ck Anyone Who’s Not a Sea Blob, Special Episode Premiere (HBO)

January 26:

Babylon 5
Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel (HBO)

January 29:

¡Animo Juventud! (Aka Go Youth!), 2021 (HBO)

The Little Things

Academy Award winners Denzel Washington, Rami Malek and Jared Leto star in John Lee Hancock’s suspenseful psychological thriller “The Little Things” about two California sheriffs and their growing obsession with a suspect while embroiled in the search for a killer targeting women.

What I Like About You

January 30:

The Mummy, 1999 (HBO)
The Mummy Returns, 2001 (HBO)
Pushing Daisies
The Scorpion King, 2002 (HBO)

January 31:

Axios, Season 4 Premiere (HBO)

RELATED: Warner Bros.’ Judas and the Black Messiah Sets 2021 Release Date

Select Titles Leaving HBO Max in January

January 7:

War Dogs, 2016 (HBO)

January 24:

Wonder Woman 1984, 2020

January 31:

Ad Astra, 2019
After Hours, 1985 (HBO)
Akeelah And The Bee, 2006 (HBO)
All Is Bright, 2013
America, America, 1964
Anchors Aweigh, 1945
The Arrangement, 1969
Bee Season, 2005 (HBO)
Before Sunrise, 1995 (HBO)
Before Sunset, 2004 (HBO)
Best Laid Plans, 1999 (HBO)
Bigger Than The Sky, 2005 (HBO)
Blade II, 2002
Blade, 1998
Blood Simple, 1984 (HBO)
Bridge To Terabithia, 2007 (HBO)
Bright Lights, Big City, 1988 (HBO)
The Change-Up, 2011 (HBO)
The Children, 2009
A Christmas Carol, 1938
Crash, 2005 (Director’s Cut) (HBO)
David Copperfield, 1935
Days After Your Departure, 2019 (HBO)
Enemy Of The State, 1998 (HBO)
Everybody’s All-American, 1988 (HBO)
Father’s Day, 1997 (HBO)
Friday Night Lights, 2004 (HBO)
Get On Up, 2014 (HBO)
Guys And Dolls, 1955
High Society, 1956
Jeepers Creepers 2, 2003 (HBO)
Jeepers Creepers, 2001 (HBO)
Leprechaun 2, 1994 (HBO)
Leprechaun, 1993 (HBO)
Magnolia, 1999 (HBO)
The Man With The Golden Arm, 1955
Mars Attacks!, 1996
Martha Marcy May Marlene, 2011 (HBO)
Martin Lawrence You So Crazy, 1994 (HBO)
New Year’s Eve, 2011 (HBO)
Ocean’s Eleven, 2001
Ocean’s Thirteen, 2007
Ocean’s Twelve, 2004
On The Town, 1949
The Pelican Brief, 1993
Planet Of The Apes, 2001 (HBO)
Risky Business, 1983
Semi-Pro, 2008
Some Came Running, 1958
Something Borrowed, 2011 (HBO)
Splendor In The Grass, 1961
Walk The Line, 2005 (Extended Version) (HBO)
When Harry Met Sally, 1989

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Sator Trailer & Poster From Jordan Graham’s Demonic Thriller

1091 Pictures has released the official trailer for Jordan Graham’s demonic thriller Sator, which will be available to purchase or rent on February 9, 2021. You can check out the trailer now in the player below along with the film’s new poster!

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Secluded in a desolate forest home to little more than the decaying remnants of the past, a broken family is further torn apart by a mysterious death. Adam, guided by a pervasive sense of dread, hunts for answers only to learn that they are not alone; an insidious presence by the name of Sator has been observing his family, subtly influencing all of them for years in an attempt to claim them.

The uniquely spectral horror-thriller Sator teases the line between fact and fiction as its core story, of a demon making contact with an intimate family, is inspired by director Graham’s own life. “Sator is quite personal to me,” says Graham. “It delves into my family’s dark history with mental illness surrounding a supernatural entity, and uses home video footage to create an interwoven piece between documentary and fiction.”

For years generations of his family, including his grandmother, have claimed to make contact with a mysterious presence by the name of Sator, and the film features her own haunting accounts of contact.

The film is written, directed, produced, edited, scored, and lensed by Graham, who took seven years to complete the feature, and stars newcomers Michael Daniel, Aurora Lowe, Gabriel Nicholson, and Rachel Johnson alongside Graham’s late grandmother, June Peterson.

Called “simultaneously heartbreaking and chilling” by Dread Central and “strikingly atmospheric” by Variety, Sator is a masterful dive into psychologically driven horror and a shockingly real meditation on mental illness, generational trauma, and the occult.

RELATED: Shudder January 2021 Movie & TV Titles Revealed!

The horror movie is an Official Selection of Abertoir Horror Festival, Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, Fantasia International Film Festival, Imagine Film Festival, Soho Horror Film Festiva, Telluride Horror Show, and Terror Molins Festival.

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English Trailer For Studio Ghibli’s Earwig and the Witch Released!

GKIDS has released the English trailer for Studio Ghibli’s newest animated and first-ever CG film Earwig and the Witch, featuring an orphan girl as she tries to learn magic from her new magical but rude guardians. Also featuring a snippet of the film’s English-language theme song “Don’t Disturb Me,” sang by Kacey Musgraves, you can check out the video in the player below!

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Earwig and the Witch (or Aya and the Witch) will be based on the 2011 children’s novel of the same name which was written by the late British author Diana Wynne Jones, who has also written the source novel for Studio Ghibli’s popular fantasy film Howl’s Moving Castle. The novel follows the story of a smart orphan girl named Earwig as she gets adopted by a woman named Bella Yaga, who turns out to be a cruel witch that takes her to live in a haunted house.

Pick up a copy of the book here!

Growing up in an orphanage in the British countryside, Earwig has no idea that her mother had magical powers. Her life changes dramatically when a strange couple takes her in, and she is forced to live with a selfish witch. As the headstrong young girl sets out to uncover the secrets of her new guardians, she discovers a world of spells and potions, and a mysterious song that may be the key to finding the family she has always wanted.

The English Dub voice cast features Oscar-nominated actor Richard E. Grant as the Mandrake, Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves as Earwig’s mother and Dan Stevens as Thomas along with Taylor Paige Henderson as Earwig, Pandora Colin as Matron, Alex Cartañá as Assistant Matron, JB Blanc as Mr. Jenkins, Logan Hannan as Custard, Summer Jenkins as Phyllis, Vivienne Rutherford as Sally, Tom Bromhead as Cook, Eva Kaminsky as Assistant Cook, and Vanessa Marshall as Bella Yaga.

RELATED: Composer Alan Menken Joins Skydance’s Animated Film Spellbound

Earwig and the Witch is directed by Goro Miyazaki, the son of Spirited Away director Hayao Miyazaki, who is also being credited with the planning of the film. It is a co-production by Studio Ghibli, NHK, and NEP.

GKID is planning to release the film in U.S. theaters in early 2021, just in time for it to qualify for awards consideration.

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Warner Bros.’ Judas and the Black Messiah Sets 2021 Release Date

Warner Bros. Pictures has finally set the release date for director Shaka King’s forthcoming biopic drama Judas and the Black Messiah after more than eight months since it was temporarily pulled from the studio’s release schedule. Originally scheduled for an August 21, 2020 release, the Daniel Kaluuya and LaKeith Stanfield-led film has now been pushed back to February 12, 2021, with a simultaneous premiere in theaters and on HBO Max.

RELATED: Judas and the Black Messiah Trailer Reunites Kaluuya & Stanfield

Based on true events, Judas and the Black Messiah (formerly titled as Jesus Was My Homeboy) chronicles the rise of Black Panther chairman Fred Hampton leading up to his assassination, all told from the perspective of William O’Neal, the FBI informant who infiltrated the Panthers and gave the information that led to Hampton’s death.

In the film, FBI informant William O’Neal infiltrates the Illinois Black Panther Party and is tasked with keeping tabs on their charismatic leader, Chairman Fred Hampton. A career thief, O’Neal revels in the danger of manipulating both his comrades and his handler, Special Agent Roy Mitchell. Hampton’s political prowess grows just as he’s falling in love with fellow revolutionary Deborah Johnson. Meanwhile, a battle wages for O’Neal’s soul. Will he align with the forces of good? Or subdue Hampton and The Panthers by any means, as FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover commands?

It stars Oscar-nominated actor Daniel Kaluuya (Get Out, Black Panther) as Fred Hampton, LaKeith Stanfield (Short Term 12, Sorry to Bother You) as William O’Neal, Jesse Plemons (Fargo) as Roy Mitchell, Dominique Fishback (The Deuce) as Deborah Johnson, Ashton Sanders (Moonlight) as Larry Roberson, Martin Sheen (The West Wing) as J. Edgar Hoover, Algee Smith (The Hate U Give) as Jake Winters, Lil Rel Howery (Get Out) as Brian, Jermaine Fowler (Coming 2 America) as Mark Clark, and Darrell Britt-Gibson (Just Mercy) as Bobby Rush. It will also feature Dominique Thorne (If Beale Street Could Talk), Amari Cheatom (Django Unchained), and Caleb Eberhardt (The Post).

RELATED: The Little Things Trailer: Denzel Washington Stars in New Crime Thriller

Judas and the Black Messiah is directed by Shaka King from a script he co-wrote with Will Berson which was based on a story developed by King, Berson, Kenny Lucas and Keith Lucas. It is being produced by Ryan Coogler, and Charles D. King with Sev Ohanian, Zinzi Coogler, Kim Roth, Poppy Hanks, Ravi Mehta, Jeff Skoll, Anikah McLaren, Aaron L. Gilbert, Jason Cloth, Ted Gidlow, and Niija Kuykendall serving as executive producers.

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ComingSoon’s Favorite Movies of 2020 Lists!

It goes without saying that 2020 has been a compromised year at the movies. While many of the blockbusters we were so looking forward to never saw the light of day, there were still plenty of worthy films, to be sure. The staff of ComingSoon.net is keeping up the holiday tradition of its annual countdown of those worthy entries in our Favorite Movies of 2020 lists, which you can check out below! Click each title to purchase through Amazon!

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MAX EVRY’S 10 FAVORITE MOVIES OF 2020

1. The Vast of Night – Andrew Patterson announced himself as a voice to be reckoned with on this ultra-low-budget sci-fi stunner that pulls off some incredible hurdles (1950’s setting, special effects, long one-er shots, children, animals, etc) with Spielberg-ian mastery. It’s also very rare that you see an indie with performances this confident, especially leads Sierra McCormick and Jake Horowitz. If you’re a genre fan and you haven’t seen this one yet you owe it to yourself!

2. Color Out of Space – Richard Stanley (Hardware) knocked his first feature film in nearly three decades out of the park with this Lovecraft adaptation that leans into the cosmic weirdness with surreal aplomb. Nic Cage manages to be alternately restrained and out of his gourd.

3. Zappa – Alex Winter’s documentary about the late, great iconoclastic musician Frank Zappa is an odyssey that makes brilliant use of the extensive archives the artist left behind.

4. Bill & Ted Face the Music – Winter and Keanu Reeves returned in front of the camera to bring back their famous duo in what turned out to be the perfect ray of sunshine we needed in the year of COVID.

5. Onward – This Pixar effort unfortunately didn’t get the play it deserved in theaters, as it’s one of their most unique and brilliant efforts since WALL-E. The tale of two brothers trying to utilize magic to bring their father back for one day creates an ingenious world worth revisiting over and over, with the emotional resonance you’ve come to expect from the studio.

6. Happy Happy Joy Joy: The Ren & Stimpy Story – A very insightful deep-dive documentary for fans of the Nickelodeon show that sheds light on both the genius and self-destructive tendencies of creator John Kricfalusi that doomed one of the greatest/most influential achievements in animation history and tragically left a trail of human wreckage in its wake.

7. The Invisible Man – Elisabeth Moss earned her place in the horror pantheon with a brilliant performance in a stellar reinvention that makes the title monster relevant in the #MeToo age. Cannot wait to see what director Leigh Whannell does with The Wolfman!

8. 1BR – David Marmor made his auspicious debut with a taut thriller that manages to be both claustrophobic and communal with the terror it inflicts. Just when you think it might go down a cheap or cliched route it does something unexpected. Also great to see Taylor Nichols as such an effective baddie!

9. The Wretched – The first movie since Avatar to take the #1 spot at the box office for six straight weeks is actually a very clever reinvention of witch mythology that is primed to become a franchise.

10. Wolfman’s Got Nards – This doc about the cult favorite tween movie The Monster Squad is great about not only revealing the passion of the fandom but being very honest about creator Fred Dekker’s mixed feelings on the movie not finding its audience until it was far too late to rescue his own directorial career.

KYLIE HEMMERT’S 5 FAVORITE MOVIES OF 2020

1. The King of Staten Island – Full of character and life, Pete Davidson and Judd Apatow’s hilarious and touching film has been a stand out for me all year, and will now forever be connected to The Wallflowers’ “One Headlight” whenever the song comes back around on my playlist.

2. The Invisible Man – Elisabeth Moss is mesmerizing in Leigh Whannell’s timely take on the classic horror tale that remains my favorite, and arguably the most meaningful, scary movie of 2020.

3. Tenet – Christopher Nolan’s mind-bending sci-fi action thriller pulled me in quickly through its impressive cast, visuals, smart writing, and a fascinating exploration of the concept of time inversion that culminates in an exciting, stunning, and even sad final act. This one is absolutely worth the rewatch and the many conversations it spawns.

4. Love and Monsters – Dylan O’Brien is excellent in this fun, sweet, and exciting post-apocalyptic adventure that nicely balances its humor with its thrills and drama, serving as a perfect movie to escape with on the days where a world infested with giant, mutated monsters proves to be more ideal than the real one.

5. Underwater – William Eubank’s movie may stumble a bit as the story unfolds, but where it shines are its characters and a largely talented cast led by the effortless Kristen Stewart who helps to make moments of horror feel as claustrophobic as possible while providing the narrative with unexpected but sorely-needed heart.

GRANT HERMANNS’ 10 FAVORITE MOVIES OF 2020

1. The Wolf of Snow Hollow — Picking the top movie of any year is always hard for me, as I always try to find something that’s the right balance of a quality film and one I feel I could come back to time and again, and this year’s squarely falls in the lap of Jim Cummings for his odd, hilarious and thrilling werewolf/murder mystery affair that feels like the right mix of David Fincher’s earlier works and Rian Johnson’s masterpiece — and my top film of 2019 — Knives Out.

2. Happiest Season — It may have arrived late in the year, but it quickly set itself as high on my favorites for the year, so much so I gave it a rare 10/10 review. Clea DuVall’s gay holiday rom-com not only wonderfully embraced the trappings of its various genres, but it also remained a subversive and unpredictable joy with an incredible ensemble cast and a stellar sense of inclusion and authentic representation and is one of the purest films to come out of a truly impure year.

3. The Invisible Man — I’ll be one of the only ones to say I had some fun with Tom Cruise’s The Mummy, but it was definitely the nail in the coffin the rushed Dark Universe needed in order for Universal to hand its Classic Monsters library over to filmmakers looking to deliver more unique takes on the material, and Leigh Whannell’s The Invisible Man was the perfect start for this plan. Bringing his stylish eye to the director’s chair and his flair for compelling storytelling to the script and pairing them with a wonderful ensemble cast led by a powerful Elisabeth Moss, the latest adaptation of H.G. Wells’ iconic novel is a chilling, tense and incredibly timely affair.

4. Palm Springs — Time loops have been used in everything from comedies to horror movies to action pics, but one of the best and brightest came in the Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti-led rom-com Palm Springs. Its structure and story frequently break the general formula of other looping films, the characters and likable and compelling, even when being despicable, and the chemistry and individual performances from its leads was a thing of beauty, resulting in one of the most thoughtful, hilarious and intriguing films of the year.

5. Scare Me — Even without my proclivity for horror, this year has proven to be one of true excitement for fans of the genre in film and television, but one of the best to come from the former is Josh Ruben’s wonderfully fresh feature directorial debut Scare Me. Making the most of its simple story setup and single location to break down toxic masculinity and horror genre tropes in a simultaneously funny and haunting fashion, Ruben established himself as a remarkable talent both in front of and behind the camera and, paired with an always-excellent Aya Cash and never-not-funny Chris Redd, delivered the most unique and exhilarating take on the horror anthology genre in years.

6. Bill & Ted Face the Music — Though born just a few years too late to watch them in my childhood, when I was finally introduced to Keanu Reeves’ Theodore “Ted” Logan and Alex Winter’s William S. “Bill” Preston, Esq., I immediately connected to the duo and their lovable airheaded and optimistic personality, so when the long-awaited threequel was finally released this year, I had my concerns, but they immediately subsided upon seeing the film. The central leads and writers Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon show none have lost a step as they all do a wonderful job of bringing the fan-favorite duo to life and with a story that also sees the return of William Sadler’s hilarious Death, moving odes to the late George Carlin and the introduction of Bill & Ted’s equally-lovable children, Face the Music is the rare belated sequel that works and delivers exactly what fans wanted from their return and needed this year.

7. Uncle Frank — While there have been countless groundbreaking and subversive twists on the “coming out” movie formula over the years, sometimes a more old fashioned approach still proves plenty entertaining and Alan Ball’s Uncle Frank proves just that. Utilizing some of the best tropes of both the road trip and coming out genres, the story may play out in fairly formulaic fashion, but between Ball’s compelling writing and character work and the fantastic performances from Paul Bettany, Sophia Lillis (sure to win an Oscar in the next few years) and Peter Macdissi, it’s a funny, powerful and moving tale of family and acceptance.

8. Kajillionaire — If one were to head to IMDb and read the synopsis for Miranda July’s breathtaking Kajillionaire, they will be treated to an appropriately vague description that doesn’t even come close to detailing the hypnotic, transcendent and wholly original film she has crafted. There aren’t enough words here to express my love for this film and simultaneously avoid spoiling the best parts of it, so I shall simply say go watch this marvelous work of art led by an Oscar-worthy performance from Evan Rachel Wood as soon as you can.

9. The Way Back — Say whatever you want about some of his film choices, Ben Affleck’s recent recovery from his addictions has proven to be one of the best bits of news to come from 2020 and a true relief for fans, including myself, who saw more than just an actor but a person as well. Though seen through the lenses of various paparazzi in recent years, Affleck’s performance as a struggling alcoholic in The Way Back went a respectful step further and saw the star go to a vulnerable place to authentically bring his character to life and if he isn’t nominated for an Oscar at the very least, it will go on the list of blights against humanity to come from 2020.

10. Host — While some TV shows are beginning to use the current situation to their advantage in new seasons, director Rob Savage and his co-writers Gemma Hurley and Jed Shepherd not only beat most to the punch in incorporating the global quarantine into their story, they also delivered one of the most horrifying films in years. Shot and set entirely under pandemic restrictions via Zoom, the film doesn’t show signs of an essentially-no-budget pic as everything from its effects to its camerawork and editing all feel indicative of a well-budgeted Blumhouse project and Savage delivers a number of effective shocks in its smartly-short 56-minute runtime, making for one of the best films of the year and one of the best horror films in years.

Runners Up: Come to Daddy, Sonic the Hedgehog, Bad Boys For Life, Babysplitters, The Rental, Freaky, Soul, Da 5 Bloods, The Trial of the Chicago 7, Love and Monsters, Scare Package, The Pale Door, Promising Young Woman

MAGGIE DELA PAZ’S FAVORITE MOVIES OF 2020

1. The Half of It – As a sucker for coming-of-age films, Alice Wu’s second directorial feature has absolutely captivated me from its animated opening sequence up to its ending. Even though it had a familiar premise, its’ well-crafted storytelling and charming performances from its leading cast are what really elevated the film which somehow made it feel so unique. What I love about this film is that it didn’t only revolve around the budding romance part or the coming-out story but it also featured a genuine friendship between two unlikely people. Despite not gaining its well-deserved recognition, I also think The Half of It is so fresh and groundbreaking as it is the kind of film that the LGBTQ+ community has been missing and has been waiting for a long time.

2. The Old Guard – Director Gina Prince-Blythewood’s action film is probably one of the very few films I’ve seen this year that left me wanting for more. On top of its incredible action sequences, the film also featured a very interesting storyline and background story unlike most action films with predictable and typical plots. The chemistry between the main cast had really resonated well with their characters’ bond within the story. Even though Charlize Theron delivered a great leading performance, I think Marwan Kenzari and Luca Marinelli were definitely the breakout performances of the movie as their engrossing portrayals of Joe and Nicky made them instant fan-favorites. I honestly can’t wait for Netflix to officially announce its sequel and it would really be a huge loss for them if they’ve decided to miss out on the chance of exploring more of these great characters.

3. Love and Monsters – This adventure comedy is definitely one of best features ever made in the post-apocalyptic genre. From its engaging storyline, to its good-natured humor, to its fun visual style, to its incredible monster designs up to its characters, I absolutely adore this film and new viewers will undoubtedly be delighted with it. In addition to its thrilling sequences, it has also done a great job executing an entertaining and emotional story that was able to convey a meaningful message. Dylan O’Brien’s charming, quirky and relatable performance as Joel is another proof of his immense talent which further solidifies how formidable he is as a leading man.

4. The Invisible Man – If you haven’t watched The Handmaid’s Tale yet, Elisabeth Moss’ powerful and emotional performance in Leigh Whannell’s latest horror film will certainly make you believe that she is truly a force to be reckoned with. Whannell’s clever and effective take on a classic horror icon was well-combined with a timely story about overcoming trauma and abuse. I also love how this film’s success further proves to studios that you don’t always need a big budget to produce high-quality content.

5. The Trial of Chicago 7 – Aaron Sorkin has delivered another exceptional screenplay with his latest directorial effort which allowed each of his star-studded cast to shine through their characters. Sometimes an ensemble this big wouldn’t be able to highlight each character. However, due to Sorkin’s admirable talent and creativity as a storyteller, all of the leading cast including Sacha Baron Cohen, Eddie Redmayne, Jeremy Strong and Yahya Abdul Mateen II were able to give out brilliant performances that will just leave you at awe of their acting prowess. On top of its great cast, this historical drama importantly features a powerful and gripping story that hauntingly reflects recent real-life events.

6. Portrait of a Lady on Fire – Céline Sciamma’s beautiful film is a masterpiece that should’ve gotten more recognition for its amazing visual, compelling story, and strong magnetic leading performances from Noémie Merlant and Adèle Haenel. Even though I already know that forbidden love stories don’t always end well, it still didn’t prepare me for the heartache that I’ve felt while watching Merlant and Haenel as they perfectly handled and conveyed their characters’ emotional scenes together.

Runners Up: King of Staten Island, The Broken Hearts Gallery, A Secret Love, The Willoughbys, Selah and the Spades, Palm Springs, The Vast of Night, Wolfwalkers

JEFF AMES’ 10 FAVORITE MOVIES OF 2020

Arkansas – Clark Duke’s offbeat crime drama/comedy about low-level drug pushers working in rural Arkansas didn’t strike a chord with most critics, but won me over with its rugged charm, fiery intensity and slick dialogue. Liam Hemsworth is awesome in the lead role, but its Duke’s supporting turn as the affable Swin and Vince Vaughn’s smooth portrayal of a ruthless, yet somehow likeable kingpin that really carry the picture.

Jungleland -Tremendous acting and solid directing propel this fascinating sports drama about two brothers, played by Charlie Hunnam and Jack O’Connell, attempting to escape their downtrodden life via bareknuckle boxing. Director Max Winkler paints a haunting portrait of the American dream as seen through the eyes of uniquely flawed characters who are forced to traverse the seedy underground of professional sports where a bag of cash and a loaded weapon are all that stand in the way of victory and redemption.

Extraction – Perhaps the most entertaining B-grade action thriller in years, Extraction leans on Chris Hemsworth rugged charm (and hulk-sized physique) to tell its admittedly pedestrian tale about a mercenary attempting to rescue a crime lord’s kidnapped son. Top-tier stunt work, fight choreography and John Wick-style carnage — what more could you want from a direct-to-streaming action thriller?

The Last Shift – Strong performances from Richard Jenkins and Shane Paul McGhie carry this fascinating look at two fast food workers who develop an unexpected friendship. The film, as written and directed by Andrew Cohn, touches on current social issues revolving around racism and the current state of our society; and while its political points offer plenty to discuss, it’s the film’s depiction of the dismal, 9-to-5 life of low-class working Americans that leaves the strongest impression.

The Kid Detective – This fun, albeit dark, crime story benefits from Evan Morgan’s sharp script and Adam Brody’s fine-tuned performance as a former child detective-turned-deadbeat gumshoe attempting to solve a murder in his hometown. The mystery tale is packed with the necessary twists and turns atypical for stories of this ilk but is at its best when deconstructing its genre; and examining its central hero and the negative effects of his former celebrity status.

Enola Holmes – Mille Bobby Brown charms in this fun, albeit predictable, Sherlock Holmes adventure that offers plenty of excitement for the little ones and enough grit and intrigue to keep older audiences invested.

The Invisible Man – A fine example of blending a classic story with modern sensibilities, The Invisible Man works as an action thriller replete with clever FX; and as a psychological tale about the current dilemma faced by victims of gaslighting. The results are never as scary as they should be but Invisible Man still packs a punch thanks to Leigh Whannell’s assured direction and Elisabeth Moss’ powerful performance.

Tenet – Tenet is much too in love with its own premise to stand alongside Christopher Nolan’s masterpieces, but it still functions as one of the more ambitious blockbusters in years. Forget the confusing plot and bland exposition-dumping characters and enjoy the mind-bending spectacle, which includes an inverted freeway chase and a climax involving soldiers moving forwards and backwards through time. Nolan’s ambition has no rival, though Tenet’s greatest sin could be its expansive reach.

Fatman – Mel Gibson stars as a begrudged St. Nick fighting for his life against Walton Goggins’ crazed assassin in this entertaining B-grade thriller that goes down like a fine glass of spiked eggnog — if that’s your thing. Directors Eshom and Ian Helms pull no punches in terms of violence, but, surprisingly, spend a good deal of time developing uniquely drawn characters who are interesting enough to root for during the action bits. Is Fatman a great movie? Nah. Is it entertaining? Absolutely.

Capone – Look, I love batshit crazy movies and in that vein Josh Trank’s Capone is a goddamned masterpiece. Tom Hardy goes for broke as the titular Al Capone, who, in his later years, was a shell of his former self as a result of dementia and prone to wandering around in a bathrobe hurling profanity at long-deceased friends. Trank’s film, while absurd and often hilarious, is also tragic in its depiction of a once powerful icon forced to endure the painful disease of regret brought upon by past sins. Is it for everyone? Nope. But it works as a wildly ambitious bit of balls-to-the-wall showmanship.

What’s on your Favorite Movies of 2020 list? Let us know in the comments below!

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Exclusive The Craft: Legacy Deleted Scenes Clip Features the Four Witches Learning a New Spell

ComingSoon.net has an exclusive The Craft: Legacy deleted scenes clip featuring the four witches learning a new spell. The movie is now available on Blu-ray and DVD from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. You can check out our exclusive clip in the player below and order your copy of the movie here!

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The Blu-ray and DVD release includes four alternate scenes as well as two featurettes exploring the making of the film and the continuing legacy of the 1996 cult classic. The film is also available now on Digital and On Demand.

Zoe Lister-Jones’ film, from Blumhouse and Red Wagon Entertainment for Columbia Pictures, is a continuation of the cult hit The Craft (1996), in which an eclectic foursome of aspiring teenage witches get more than they bargained for as they lean into their newfound powers.

Click here to purchase the 1996 film!

The Craft: Legacy stars Cailee Spaeny (Bad Times at the El Royale, On the Basis of Sex), Gideon Adlon (The Society, Blockers, The Mustang), Lovie Simone (Selah & the Spades, Greenleaf), Zoey Luna (Pose, Boundless), Nicholas Galitzine (Cinderella), with Michelle Monaghan and David Duchovny.

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Lister-Jones wrote, directed, and executive produced The Craft: Legacy. Jason Blum produced for Blumhouse. Academy Award-winning producer Douglas Wick (who also produced the original film) and Lucy Fisher produced for Red Wagon Entertainment. Executive producers also include Andrew Fleming, who directed and co-wrote the original film; Lucas Wiesendanger, from Red Wagon Entertainment; Daniel Bekerman; Beatriz Sequeira, Jeanette Volturno, and Couper Samuelson for Blumhouse; and Natalia Anderson.

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Batman: Soul of the Dragon First Clip Features David Giuntoli’s Bruce Wayne

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has released its first official clip from the upcoming animated movie Batman: Soul of the Dragon, featuring David Giuntoli (Grimm, A Million Little Things) voicing Bruce Wayne/Batman. You can check out the clip now in the player below and pre-order your copy here!

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An all-new original animated film, Batman: Soul Of The Dragon does a deep dive into Elseworlds vibes by putting Batman in the midst of the swinging 1970s. Faced with a deadly menace from his past, and along with his mentor O-Sensei (voiced by James Hong, Big Trouble in Little China), Bruce Wayne must enlist the help of three former classmates – world-renowned martial artists Richard Dragon, Ben Turner, and Lady Shiva – to battle the monsters of this world and beyond. The film is rated R for some violence.

The all-new next entry in the DC Universe Movies canon is produced by Warner Bros. Animation and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.

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Batman: Soul of the Dragon will arrive on January 12, 2021, on Digital, and on January 26, 2021, on 4K Combo Pack and Blu-ray.

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New to Stream: Acorn TV’s January 2021 Lineup!

Acorn TV has announced its upcoming lineup for the month of January, including the new season Finding Joy, starring Amy Huberman, the series finale of A Suitable Boy, as well as the return of all four seasons of the acclaimed Canadian police drama 19-2, and more. You can check out the full lineup below!

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Friday, January 1

19-2, Series 1-4

This richly-nuanced character-driven drama revolves around the lives of two unwilling partners in the Montreal Police Department: officers Nick Barron (Adrian Holmes, Arrow, V-Wars) and Ben Chartier (Jared Keeso, Letterkenny, Falling Skies) who patrol the urban sprawl of downtown’s 19th Precinct in Cruiser No. 2. 19-2 is about the tensions and bonds that develop between two incompatible men of very different temperaments and life experiences. Over time, Nick and Ben’s mistrust and antagonism for each other give way to moments of mutual respect and a wavering chance at a true partnership. As the series progresses, we also come to know the tightly knit squad of Precinct 19: their friendship and enmity, loyalty and betrayal. The series portrays the unpredictability and fragility of the world of a beat cop through moments of life-threatening intensity, both on and off duty, cementing 19-2 as a powerful character study and a gripping police drama. (38 EPS, 2014-2017)

Monday, January 4

A Suitable Boy (Acorn TV Exclusive Series), Episode 6 of 6 – SERIES FINALE

This BBC One sweeping period drama hit is the first television series directed by Academy Award-nominated film director Mira Nair (Monsoon Wedding, The Namesake) and is adapted by Emmy-winning screenwriter Andrew Davies (Pride & Prejudice, Les Miserables) of the eponymous global bestseller by Vikram Seth. This intimate, epic tale of life and love set in vibrant 1950s India tells the story of a 19-year-old spirited university student, Lata Mehra (Tanya Maniktala), who comes of age in North India, at the same time as the country is carving out its own identity as an independent nation and is about to go to the polls for its first democratic general election. Lata seems to have her life already mapped out thanks to old traditions and an overbearing mother (Mahira Kakkar), who wants to find her a suitable husband, but torn between romance and responsibility and inspired by rebellious writers and daring new ideas, Lata is determined to decide her own future. Meanwhile, wayward Maan (Bollywood leading man Ishaan Khatter) wants every drop of excitement from life, but when he becomes infatuated with the glamorous courtesan Saaeda Bai (Indian screening legend Tabu, The Life Of Pi), the consequences could be catastrophic. (1 EP, 2020)

The Bone Detectives

Every week archaeologists uncover bodies- sometimes individuals, but more commonly they find groups of people buried together. Most discoveries are unexpected; the result of archaeology being done in advance of a major building or infrastructure development. From tales of battles, of misdemeanors, of disease, of tragedy or tragic accident, host Tori Herridge, assisted by mortuary technician Carla Valentine and archaeologist Raksha Dave, attempt to piece together the lives behind these bones, what happened to these people, and how they came to be where they were found. (8 EPS, 2007 and 2008)

The Crimson Petal and The White

This acclaimed Victorian drama follows the attempts of a young prostitute to improve her social standing and escape the poverty that threatens to destroy her. Having gained a reputation for not disappointing her clients, young, quick-witted prostitute Sugar (Romola Garai, The Hour) yearns to leave her life behind and move up in society. Her chance appears to arrive when she attracts the attention of William Rackham (Chris O’Dowd, State of the Union), the unwilling heir to a perfume empire, whose increasing debts and domestic trials have led him to search for other, more attractive diversions. But as they become involved, the pair soon find themselves caught up in events beyond their control. (4 EPS, 2011)

Monday, January 11

Finding Joy, Series 2 (Acorn TV Original Series, Commissioned) – Binge premiere

Created and written by and starring Irish Film & TV Academy winner Amy Huberman (Striking Out, The Clinic), this comedy follows a single thirtysomething woman and vlogger, Joy Morris, after a painful breakup who looks for happiness in all the wrong places. Series 2 follows Joy as she is reborn as an independent online entrepreneur, launching her own video channel to establish her brand of finding happiness and fulfillment in everyday life, aided by Stan (Paul Reid, The Ritual) on camera and Emer (Ruth Kearney, Sanditon) on everything else. Sure, their viewer figures could be better, and maybe their sponsors could be sexier, but Joy has GOT THIS. Finding Joy is a warm, irreverent show with a lot of heart and laughs as Joy struggles with life, her friends, and her world. (6 EPS, 2020)

Wartime Farm, Series 1 (including Wartime Farm Christmas)

From the acclaimed producers of Edwardian Farm, Victorian Farm, and Victorian Pharmacy, Wartime Farm was watched by over 3 million viewers a week during its original eight-week run. In this BBC Two series, Alex Langlands, Peter Ginn, and Ruth Goodman take on their biggest challenge yet: the running of a farm for a full calendar year, using only historical tools and materials from WWII – and mirroring the demands of an agricultural endeavor unparalleled in British history. The series is a fascinating blend of war history, survival creativity, and endurance. In Wartime Farm Christmas, historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologist Peter Ginn return to Manor Farm in Hampshire to recreate the conditions of Christmas 1944. (9 EPS, 2012)

Love My Way, Series 1

This renowned Australian primetime drama centers on a thirtysomething woman (Claudia Karvan, Newton’s Law) who negotiates the web of contemporary relationships, juggling the priorities of family obligations, being successful at love while fulfilled professionally and the hope that “happiness” might occur if all the other things fall into place. From the producer of the Golden Globe-nominated On The Beach and internationally renowned TV series Police Rescue, this Logie Award-winning series is an exploration of the love that binds us, the relationships that define us, and the dreams of grownups. Also starring Asher Keddie (The Cry) and Brendan Cowell (The Slap). (10 EPS, 2004-2005)

Monday, January 18

The Wipers Times

Based on the remarkable true story of a satirical newspaper published on the front lines of WWI, this BAFTA-nominated poignant yet comedic drama revels in the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity. Starring Ben Chaplin, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Michael Palin, and Steve Oram. (Movie, 2013)

Danger UXB

Titled after the shorthand term for “danger–unexploded bomb,” this gripping 13-part ITV series is about the men who served as part of a bomb disposal military unit during WWII. It was created and produced by John Hawkesworth (Upstairs Downstairs) and stars Anthony Andrews (King’s Speech) as unit leader Lieutenant Brian Ash. Each hour-long episode follows the adventures of the Company who were based in Southeast London, showing the pressures, the problems, the horrors and the heartbreaks as the officers tackle one of the most difficult and dangerous jobs of the war under often quite appalling conditions. The stories cover the Blitz, the struggles with the newer and more awkward types of bomb, and the clearing of mines and coastal defenses before D-Day. They follow the Company’s personal lives too, showing how the stresses and strains of their job affect their relationships with the wives and sweethearts who watch, wait, and hope. (13 EPS, 1979)

Nothing Trivial, Series 3 + Finale

This warm, light-hearted New Zealand romantic drama from the creators of Outrageous Fortune centers on five very different, attractive characters in their 30s and 40s, who have one thing in common – they are all unhappy or unlucky in love. The series is about broken hearts, second chances, and starting over at 40 and beyond, as the five protagonists answer weekly pub trivia questions about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. Starring Shane Cortese (Outrageous Fortune), Tandi Wright (800 Words), Blair Strang (Go Girls), Nicole Whippy (Shortland Street) and Debbie Newby-Ward (Shortland Street). (14 EPS, 2012)

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Monday, January 25

Flame Trees of Thika

Based on the beloved memoir by Elspeth Huxley, this BAFTA-nominated drama stars Hayley Mills (Pollyanna, Wild at Heart), David Robb (I, Claudius), and Holly Aird (Waking the Dead) as a British family who relocate to British East Africa (now Kenya) in order to set up a coffee plantation. Shot on location, this engaging series explores the trials and tribulations of the Grant family as they face everything from deadly animals to tensions with other colonists. (7 EPS, 1981)

The Secret History of the British Garden

World-famous gardener and horticultural expert Monty Don explores the stories behind four of the country’s most important gardens in this BBC Two series, unpacking their fascinating secrets to reveal how the British garden has evolved over the past 400 years. From Royal palaces of the 17th century, to wistful cottages of the 20th century, many of the world’s most famous influential and important gardens were created in the UK. Follow Monty Don as he unearths plans, diaries, letters and paintings to gain a truly revelatory look at how our most treasured and iconic outside spaces have evolved. (4 EPS, 2015)

Love My Way, Series 2

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