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Wondering What To Watch This Weekend? Best New TV Shows and Movies May 26-28


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It’s the weekend and we all know what that means: it’s time to put away those weekday responsibilities and hide that daily grind face for a couple of blissful days. Naturally, you’ll probably indulge with a little TV while you’re at it.

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Whether you want to recharge with a comedy, work your brain in a new way with an insightful doc, or lean forward in your seat with some over-the-top action, there’s something for you to watch this weekend.

We’ve got plenty of options from the live-action remake of a classic Disney flick to the series finales of two HBO powerhouse hits. Need some help deciding what to watch? Read on to see what we’re streaming and watching for the weekend of May 26 to May 28.

1. American Born Chinese

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Disney+’s new coming-of-age story based on a 2006 graphic novel series blends fantasy with classic high school drama. Everything Everywhere All at Once fans (which should mean everyone) will be excited to see a ton of familiar faces like Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Kwan, James Hong, Stephanie Hsu, and Brian Le. Disney+ typically slow-drips one episode at us a week, but this time around decided to give us it all at once. Check out season one in its entirety now.

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2. Succession (Series Finale)

SUNDAY, MAY 28

After a season filled with tension and high stakes, season 4 of Succession (and the series at large) are coming to a close. Between this and The White Lotus, HBO really has been cornering the market in Emmy-award-winning shows where we get to watch rich people be miserable. The Roy family returns for its final season in squabbling for Dad’s approval and attention on March 26 at 9:00 PM ET. What are any of us going to do without our HBO Sunday nights?

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3. Barry (Series Finale)

SUNDAY, MAY 28

Bill Hader run as a hitman turned actor is coming to close in the series finale of HBO’s Barry. The series both co-created by and starring Hader mixing crime-thrilling drama with a brand of dark comedy not found anywhere else. The show also stars Sarah Goldberg who gives one of the most nuanced performances among the whole cast, two powerhouses of comedy in Stephen Root and Henry Wrinkler flexing one just how strong their ranges are, and Anthony Carrigan who steals just about every scene he’s in. Catch the series finale this Sunday night at 10:00 PM ET on HBO.

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4. Platonic

STREAMING NOW

Sharing the screen for the first time since the Neighbors films, Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen join up for a new comedy series exploring whether a man and woman can be friends in a true When Harry Met Sally nature. The new show is streaming now on Apple TV+.

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5. The Little Mermaid

IN THEATERS NOW

Disney has been on a kick this past decade reimagining all our favorite classic animated movies as live-action. Halle Bailey stars as Ariel alongside Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, and Javier Bardem as King Triton. Journey under the sea a relive all your favorite songs an moments from The Little Mermaid

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of May 19


1. White Men Can’t Jump

FRIDAY, MAY 19

Originally a 1992 film starring Woody Harrelson and Wesley Snipes, White Men Can’t Jump has been rebooted for modern audiences. The new movie now stars Singua Walls alongside Jack Harlow as the titular white man. This comedy centers around the duo hustling basketball players who just assume the white dude will be absolute ass. You can stream it now on Hulu.

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2. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

STREAMING NOW

D&D has been around since the 70s but has entered a new renaissance in popularity this last decade in combination due to the rise of actual play podcasts, the easy-to-approach 5th Edition, and a global pandemic that sent many newcomers to play over Zoom. The movie starring Chris Pine, Sophia Lillis, Michelle Rodriguez, and Hugh Grant seems to capture the same lighthearted, pulp-action, fantasy fun players are having around tables across the world. Catch it streaming now on Paramount+/

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3. Fast X

FRIDAY, MAY 19

Anyone who wants Hollywood to stop making Fast & Furious movies is out of their damn mind. This series kicks ass. Cars going fast and big action set pieces that I can inhale popcorn in front of. Vin Diesel and the gang keep upping the anty to batshit, unbelievable heights and the films are better for it. Fast 15 will have them sent back in time to drift chariots through Ancient Rome. Fast 30 will have Diesel die and race Satan in Hell. Never stop. Catch Fast X in theaters this weekend.

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4. Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania

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The third entry in the Ant-Man trilogy has hit streaming. Journey into the Quantum Realm with Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michelle Pfeiffer, Michael Douglas, and Kathryn Newton as they face a new threat to the multiverse. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has come pretty far from a man building a suit in a cave with a box of scraps. Check out Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania streaming now on Disney+.

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5. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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Alright, alright, hear me out. The long-awaited sequel to Breath of the Wild is finally here and its everything fans could have wanted. If you’re looking for something to watch, there are currently 98K people watching streamers play this game on Twitch. Its ridiculous physic engine is endlessly entertaining when combined with the new abilities the game offers like fusing weapons together or building wild contraptions and vehicles. If you have a Nintendo Switch, you should be hopping in yourself.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of May 12


1. Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie

FRIDAY, MAY 12

This retrospective documentary features a combination of scripted elements, archival footage, and interviews to tell Michael J. Fox’s life starting as just some kid from Canada to becoming a movie star in the 1980s. It chronicles his public persona and celebrates his role in cinema while diving into the deeply personal challenges he faced after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 29. Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie is streaming now on Apple TV+.

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2. Air

FRIDAY, MAY 12

Ben Affleck returns to the director’s chair and once again works alongside hits good buddy Matt Damon to bring us a story focused on how Nike got put on the map. By betting the house on a rookie NBA player named Michael and building a sneaker line around him—forever changing the world of sports and athletic wear. After its run in theaters, the film is now streaming on Amazon Prime.

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3. The Mother

FRIDAY, MAY 12

Jennifer Lopez is stepping away from the usual rom-com plots to become an action hero. Lopez stars as a deadly assassin who has to come out of years of hiding to rescue her kidnapped daughter. Hence, The Mother. If a high-octane thriller is what you’re looking for, seek no further. The Mother is now streaming on Netflix.

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4. Fool’s Paradise

IN THEATERS NOW

In Charlie Day’s (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia) directorial debut, he stars as a mute mental health patient who falls backward into becoming a movie star. The satirical comedy spoofs the nature of Hollywood and features performances from a star-studded cast including Ray Liota, Ken Jeong, Kate Beckinsale, and countless others. Fool’s Paradise is in theaters now.

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5. Blackberry

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There’s been an influx of corporate biopics lately and it’s easy to dismiss them as just marketing for the brands they’re based on, thus worth skipping. This 98% Rotton Tomatoes score says otherwise. Blackberry is the latest of this particular “true story” genre of film which stars Jay Baruchel and Glenn Howerton. It’s a good weekend to be an Always Sunny fan. Blackberry is in theaters now.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of May 5 to 7


1. The Other Two (Season 3)

THURSDAY, MAY 4

This half-hour comedy satirizes the entertainment industry as it follows the less-successful older millennial siblings of a gen z musical superstar who blew up overnight. Cary Dubak (Drew Tarver) is a working actor who found moderate success as the show has gone on with Brook Dubek (Heléne Yorke) settling in as the manager of her younger brother. The supporting cast of comedy powerhouses like Molly Shannon and Ken Marino help this show achieve some of the biggest laughs you’ll have watching TV in years. The first two episodes of season 3 are now streaming on HBO Max.

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2. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

FRIDAY, MAY 5

Between the first two Guardians of the Galaxy films, The Suicide Squad, and Peacemaker, James Gunn has proven his ability in telling a comedy-filled superhero story. He’s the reason names like Gamora, Star-Lord, and Groot are now instantly recognizable among the likes of Spider-Man and Captain America. This third entry into the Guardians of the Galaxy series deals with some of the ramifications set up in Avengers: Endgame like an alternate version of Gamora with no memory of the galaxy-saving team while also taking a closer look into Rocket’s backstory. The film hits theaters everywhere today.

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3. Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All

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Get a close look into the personal life of global superstar Ed Sheeran. This all-new four-part docuseries follows Sheeran’s rise to fame, starting as an awkward kid with a stutter to one of the most famous musicians today. There’s a mix of personal footage from his early life to gigantic stadium performances. All four episodes are available now on Disney+.

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4. Bupkis

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Pete Davidson stars as a fictionalized version of himself as a kid who grew up on Staten Island and entered the world of comedy. You might be thinking to yourself, “Hey isn’t that the premise of The King of Staten Island?” Well, that was a movie and this is a series. Totally different. Bupkis also stars Edi Falco as Davidson’s mother and Joe Pesci as his grandfather with appearances of some of Davidson’s real-life friends such as John Mulaney. The show is streaming now on Peacock.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of April 27 to 29


1. Citadel

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

A new big-budget spy thriller comes from the Russo brother hits streaming this weekend. This espionage-filled action fest centers on Citadel agents Mason Kane (Richard Madden) and Nadia Sinh (Priyanka Chopra Jonas) having experienced a convenient case of amnesia looking to track down a former associate (Stanley Tucci). The show definitely has some big Jason Borne vibes with the premise. The first two episodes dropped together on Prime Video today with new episodes coming out every Thursday.

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2. Peter Pan & Wendy

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

It seems Disney plans to stop remaking its beloved classics in live-action as soon the boy who never ages grows up—never. The latest in the long line of these live-action remakes comes straight to Disney+ with Peter Pan & Wendy. The story seems pretty unchanged from the 1953 animated classic. You’ll be in for pretty much the same experience as any of these remakes—a story you love told through a new lens.

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3. Love & Death

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons starring in an ’80s true crime story filled with adultery and ax murders—what more could you want? This limited series is based on the true events of Candy Montgomery—a faithful, church-going housewife who seeks a bit more thrills in life by having an affair that leads to the brutal death of her lover’s wife. The first three episodes were released to HBO Max together with new episodes dropping weekly on Thursdays.

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4. John Mulaney: “Baby J”

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John Mulaney’s latest special was released this week. This comedy set takes on a notably darker tone than Mulaney’s previous specials. The Emmy-winning comedian has had rough several years between divorce, relapsing, and rehab, and his return to the stage does not shy away from these touchy topics. What you get is some wild stories with a lot of laughs. Check out John Mulaney: “Baby J” on Netflix.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of April 21 to 23


1. Beau Is Afraid

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Joaquin Phoenix is back as an anti-social depressive weirdo in the latest project from Ari Aster. While Aster previous projects Midsommar and Hereditary are unquestionably horror movies, Beau Is Afraid is a bit harder to pin down. It’s frightening, unsettling, and yet hilarious at times with its absurdism and surreal nature that isn’t quite like anything else. Beau Is Afraid arrives in theaters Friday, April 21.

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2. Jury Duty

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Ever feel like your life might be like the Truman Show? That everything around you was being catered to you specifically with everyone you run across all being actors in on it except for you? Well, that paranoid feeling is exactly what’s happened to Ronald Gladden after responding to a jury duty summons letter. In this docu-series, the court case, lawyers, judge, and eleven of the twelve jurors are fake. All actors (including James Marsden of Westworld and Sonic the Hedgehog). You can stream the series for free on Amazon Freevee.

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3. Evil Dead Rise

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The Evil Dead series has a brand new sequel hitting theaters. This iconic horror franchise which pioneered the spooky remote cabin trope leaves the woods behind for a new city environment. This new story centers on two estranged sisters meeting for the first time in years whose familiar problems quickly become replaced by hellish ones. You can check out Evil Dead Rise in theaters Friday, April 21.

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4. Better Call Saul (Final Season)

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The critically acclaimed and beloved spinoff series to Breaking Bad concluded last year, but cord-cutters can finally watch its final season now that it dropped on Netflix this past week. The public defender’s crawl to criminal corruption has been a slow burn all series until shit has finally hit the fan. Learn Jimmy McGill’s fate in the final season of Better Call Saul now on Netflix.

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5. Mrs. Davis

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Betty Gilpin of Netflix’s GLOW stars as a nun with a palpable distaste for an all-powerful Alexa-like AI technology by the name of “Mrs. Davis.” She is sent on a holy mission to recover the Holy Grail of all things in order to take down the artificial intelligence and anyone devoted to it. The first four episodes of the eight-episode season have dropped all at once on Peacock with the remaining receiving the weekly-release treatment every Thursday.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of April 14 to 16


1. Barry (Season 4)

SUNDAY, APRIL 16

Bill Hader returns as a hitman turned actor in the fourth and final season premiere of HBO’s Barry. The series both co-created by and starring Hader mixing crime-thrilling drama with a brand of dark comedy not found anywhere else. The show also stars Sarah Goldberg who gives one of the most nuanced performances among the whole cast, two powerhouses of comedy in Stephen Root and Henry Wrinkler flexing one just how strong their ranges are, and Anthony Carrigan who steals just about every scene he’s in. Catch the season four premiere this Sunday night at 9:00 PM ET on HBO.

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2. Beef

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A new series starring Steven Yuen and Ali Wong showed up seemingly out of nowhere. Beef follows two depressed strangers who have a minor incident in a parking lot that grows into an all-out war with each other. It works as a social commentary and coming-of-age story for millennials hitting their midlife crisis years in an emerging genre media critic Megan Cruz refers to as “millennial rage.” The whole season dropped at once so you can binge it all from start to finish this weekend on Netflix.

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3. Renfield

FRIDAY, APRIL 14

Most everyone has at some point worked for a boss they hate, sometimes going as far as calling them absolute evil. Well, Renfield follows the story of the emotionally tortured assistant to evil incarnate itself, Dracula. And who better to portray a bombastic powerful entity than Nicolas Cage? If you and your friends are in the mood for seeing Nicolas Cage be, well, Nicolas Cage, check out Renfield in theaters now.

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4. Rennervations

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This four-part series follows Jeremy Renner repurposing decommissioned government vehicles into something kids and communities around the world can benefit from. It’s like Pimp My Ride on a larger and more wholesome scale. Avenger friends of Hawkeye like Anthony Mackie pop up throughout the series to help out too. This feel-good comfort show will have you smiling from start to finish. Stream it now on Disney+.

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5. Florida Man

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You’ve probably come across headlines starting out with “Florida Man…” followed by the wildest shit you’ve ever read. This limited series from Donald Todd (Ugly Betty, This Is Us) aims to capture that energy, following a disgraced former cop in severe debt making his way back to his home state of Florida to track down the runaway girlfriend of a mobster. All seven episodes are available now on Netflix.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of April 7 to 9


1. Air

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Ben Affleck returns to the director’s chair and once again works alongside hits good buddy Matt Damon to bring us a story focused on how Nike got put on the map. By betting the house on a rookie NBA player named Michael and building a sneaker line around him—forever changing the world of sports and athletic wear. Although it’s an Amazon-produced film, Air is starting off with a theatrical run before it inevitably gets added to Amazon Prime.

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2. The Super Mario Bros. Movie

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Wahoo! Super Mario and his pals have come to the big screen for the first time since the 90s in an animated adaptation that feels true to the video game series it’s based on. This star-studded cast features the likes of Chris Pratt as Mario, Charlie Day as Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong, Keegan-Michael Key as Toad, and Jack Black as Bowser. You can check out the family flick in theaters now.

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3. Catching Lightning

FRIDAY, APRIL 7

This documentary series investigates how the fighter “Lightning” Lee Murray started from small brawls working his way up to the UFC and then nearly pulled off one of the largest bank robberies in British history. Catching Lightning is split into four parts with the first part hitting Showtime on April 7 at 8:00 PM ET.

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4. Paint

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Owen Wilson starts as a warm-hearted public TV painter with a big poofy perm who is transparently based on the beloved, late Bob Ross. The character of Carl Nargle is challenged when a newer and younger artist takes the spotlight away from his fading career. The IFC Films produced movie is in theaters now.

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5. Dave (Season 3)

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Follow the journey of an anxiety-filled, sometimes awkward suburbanite to stardom as he believes he will one day be known as one of the greatest rappers of all time. Starring Lil Dicky as a fictionalized version of himself and guest starring a rotating cast of industry greats, this FXX comedy series can be as darkly hilarious as it is surprisingly heartfelt. Season 3 airs weekly on FXX at 10:00 PM ET with new episodes available to stream on Fubo. If you need to catch up, Seasons 1 and 2 can be watched on Hulu.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of March 31 to April 2


1. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

IN THEATERS NOW

D&D has been around since the 70s but has entered a new renaissance in popularity this last decade in combination due to the rise of actual play podcasts, the easy-to-approach 5th Edition, and a global pandemic that sent many newcomers to play over Zoom. The movie starring Chris Pine, Sophia Lillis, Michelle Rodriguez, and Hugh Grant seems to capture the same lighthearted, pulp-action, fantasy fun players are having around tables across the world.

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2. Tetris

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

A movie based on Tetris may sound absolutely ludicrous on its surface, but what we have here is a Cold War thriller about acquiring the licensing and distribution rights to the Soviet Russian-owned video game. Taron Egerton of Kingsman and Rocketman fame stars as the man responsible for bringing the addictive puzzle game into a global sensation. The flick is available to stream now on Apple TV+.

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3. Party Down

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

The six-episode revival of the cult-hit catering-based sitcom Party Down premiered back in February—over a decade after season 2’s final episode. This ensemble cast is full of audience favorites like Adam Scott, Jane Lynch, Ken Marino, and Martin Starr and the new season picked right back up with all these characters returning to the same dead-end catering gig. The season finale releases on March 31 at 10:00 PM ET on Starz and the Starz app.

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4. Everything Everywhere All at Once

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The 2023 Oscars were dominated by the Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert (collectively known as “Daniels”) film Everything Everywhere All at Once. Having received 11 nominations and won seven awards, this genre-blending absurdist action-comedy drama will overload the senses and leave you laughing as much as crying. The story follows a middle-aged immigrant mother pulled into an insane, multiversal adventure with stakes both at intimate and interdimensional levels. On the surface, it’s an over-the-top action-comedy movie with fights the likes of which you’ve never seen. At its heart, it’s the story of intergenerational trauma and the love between a mother and daughter. It’s streaming now on Paramaount+.

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5. Knock at the Cabin

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This new horror flick from M. Night Shyamalan follows a young girl and her parents vacationing at a remote cabin. Their cozy getaway is turned on its head after being taken hostage by four armed strangers informing them one member of their family must be sacrificed to avoid apocalyptic consequences. And you know when Dave Bautista has his tiny glasses on, he’s going to give a bone-chilling performance.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of March 24 to 26


1. Succession

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

After a short week off following the season finale of The Last of Us, we have our HBO Sunday nights back with the season 4 premiere of Succession. Between this and The White Lotus, HBO really has been cornering the market in Emmy-award-winning shows where we get to watch rich people be miserable. The Roy family returns for its final season in squabbling for Dad’s approval and attention on March 26 at 9:00 PM ET.

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2. Yellowjackets

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

A promising high school girls’ soccer team has their futures ripped away from them after a plane taking them to a championship game crashes in the Ontario wilderness. The story follows a dual-narrative focusing on what the group of teenage girls had to do to survive back in this 1990s horror fiasco paired with a present-day mystery involving those who made it out. Melanie Lynskey is a rockstar here and season 2 kicks back this Sunday at 9:00 PM ET on Showtime.

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3. John Wick: Chapter 4

IN THEATERS NOW

John Wick is thinkin’ he’s back for a fourth time. Keanu Reeves returns once more as the titular hitman with an even bigger price on his head than ever before. He’s joined on screen by the likes of Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, Laurence Fishburne, Hiroyuki Sanada, Ian McShane, and, of course, the late Lance Reddick. John Wick: Chapter 4 hit theaters today, March 24.

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4. Lucky Hank

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

Bob Odenkirk returns for a brand new AMC series after concluding his run as the lovable scoundrel Saul Goodman in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Lucky Hank is a comedy based on the 1997 novel Straight Man by Richard Russo. Professor Hank Deveraux is a teacher having a midlife crisis that goes over the deep end (sound familiar?) To get an idea for the tone, the story is being adapted for television by Paul Lieberstein who has written for shows like King of the Hill and The Office in which he portrayed Toby. The next episode airs Sunday night at 9:00 PM ET on AMC. and the first episode is actually available on YouTube for free.

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5. Double Fine Psych Odyssey

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This is by far the most comprehensive behind-the-scenes look into video game development. Double Fine Psych Odyssey follows the seven-year development cycle of the sequel to the beloved 3D platformer Psychonauts. This 32-part series totaling at 20+ hours takes an in-depth look at the Double Fine team’s struggle to find funding, navigate interpersonal drama, and overcome creative conflicts—eventually resulting in the release of Psychonauts 2. If you have even the slightest interest in what goes into the creation of your favorite games, this is a must-watch. And it’s free in its entirety on YouTube.

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REWIND: What We Were Watching and Streaming the Weekend of March 17 to 19


1. Ted Lasso

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The beloved Jason Sudekis vehicle returns for its third and possibly final season. AFC Richmond has worked its way back into the Premier League but now faces a former friend now rival in West Ham United’s new coach Nate Shelley (Nick Mohammed). Well, have to see if the everpresent optimism of the warmhearted Ted Lasso can bring the underdog team to victory. Or at least not last place. The first episode is live now and new episodes drop on Apple TV+ at 3:00 AM ET.

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2. March Madness

Everyone’s favorite NCAA Tournament is in full swing. The games are split across CBS, TBS, and TNT which is no biggie for those subscribed to cable packages, but if you’ve gone fast and loose with cutting the cord, you can still tune in for each game. The TBS and TNT games can be watched with a Sling TV subscription which is only $20 for the first month. Paramount+ and its premium tier will get you the CBS games for $9.99. And then you can always cancel after March Madness concludes and re-up next year.

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3. Money Shot: The Pornhub Story

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This 94-minute documentary deep dives with performers, activists, and past employees of the biggest name in the industry responsible for teenagers being able to use a mouse with their left hand just as well as their right hand. Director Suzzanne Hillinger takes a close look at the scandals and successes surrounding Pornhub over the years and gives a voice to the sex workers behind the porn many of us watch every day. Maybe not every day, but a lot of days.

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4. Shazam! Fury of the Gods

FRIDAY, MARCH 17

In a pile of dark and edgy melodrama that the DC cinematic universe is built on, the first Shazam! came as a pleasant surprise that embraced its goofy nature and stood out among the other films in its franchise. It’s hard to not smile at Zachary Levi’s childish charm and its sequel appears to bring more of the same which is a good thing. You can watch him take on a new trio of villains called the Daughters of Atlus in theaters now.

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5. Monster Factory

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If you’re trying to justify your Apple TV+ subscription beyond Ted Lasso, tune in for the premiere of Monster Factory. This docuseries follows a wrestling school of lovable misfits training for their chance at going pro. Watch as they quite literally learn the ropes while leaving their blood, sweat, and tears in the ring chasing their dream. The six-episode series all dropped at once so have at it.

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