Summary
This coming weekend, there are a plethora of new movies and episodes that are available to view on streaming services such as Netflix, Max, and other leading streaming services.
There is something for everyone on the television schedule for the weekend, from the ridiculous spectacle of the Eurovision Song Contest to the time-traveling adventures of “Doctor Who” to the adolescent mystery thrills of “Pretty Little Liars: Summer School.”
On Netflix, Disney Plus, and other streaming services
Brooke Shields is given a second shot at love in the romantic comedy “Mother of the Bride,” while Anne Hathaway dominates the screen in the suspense film “Eileen.” Both of these films are released in theaters. Find out what we recommend you watch this weekend with our recommendations.
NEW TV
Eurovision Song Contest (Peacock)
After Sweden won the Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Tattoo” by Loreen the previous year, the competition is back for its 68th edition, which will be hosted in Malmo, Sweden. The spectacle of the Eurovision Song Contest is a show that can be sometimes unbelievable and frequently ridiculous.
This year, thirty-seven nations became participants in the hunt, and Luxembourg became one of them for the first time in thirty-one years. In the final, which will take place on Saturday (May 11), the top ten vote-getters from the semi-finals, the “Big Five” automatic qualifiers, and the host nation of Sweden will have the opportunity to compete for the highest honor. The leading contenders are “The Code” by Nemo from Switzerland and “Rim Tom Tagi Dim” by Baby Lasagna from Croatia.
When: Saturday, May 11 at 3 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on Peacock.
‘Bodkin’ (Netflix)
When you think of “Only Murders in the Building,” imagine it set in Ireland. Gilbert, an American podcast presenter, played by Will Forte, and Emmy, a researcher played by Robyn Cara, join forces with Dove, a journalist born in Dublin, played by Siobhán Cullen, in order to investigate inexplicable disappearances that occurred decades earlier in the namesake lovely seaside Irish town. In the course of their arrival during Samhain, a traditional Gaelic harvest ceremony, the three podcasters come to the realization that Bodkin, despite its small size, conceals considerable mysteries.
Now available to stream on Netflix
‘Dark Matter’ (Apple TV Plus)
The most recent adaptation of a science fiction book by Apple, which joins the likes of Foundation, Silo, and the more current “Constellation,” was written by the author himself, Blake Crouch. Joel Edgerton plays the role of Jason Dessen, a physicist and professor who lives in Chicago. He is married to Daniela, played by Jennifer Connelly, and he is the parent of Charlie, played by Oakes Fegley, who is a teenager. Jason gets kidnapped into an other version of his life one night when he is going home. In this version, he witnesses “what might have been” if he had prioritized his profession above his family because of his decision. In order to rescue his wife and children from a dreadful evil who is himself, he sets out on a perilous quest to return to the world that he was born into.
Now available to stream on Apple TV Plus
‘Doctor Who’ season 14 (Disney Plus)
When Ncuti Gatwa, a former cast member of “Sex Education,” takes on the renowned role of the Doctor, he becomes the first black actor to do so. During the autumn of last year, Gatwa was shown for the first time as the Fifteenth Doctor in a special commemorating the 60th anniversary of the show. Now, he is formally stepping into the TARDIS to go on adventures beyond space and time alongside Millie Gibson as his companion, Ruby Sunday.
Doc and Ruby are going to go to a broad variety of locations, including the Regency period in England, the 1960s with the Beatles, and future planets that are devastated by war. A number of characters, including Mrs. Flood (played by Anita Dobson), the Duchess (played by Indira Varma), Paul McCartney (represented by George Caple), John Lennon (played by Chris Mason), and a mystery guy portrayed by Jonathan Groff, will be encountered by them as they go down the path.
Premieres on Disney Plus on Friday, May 10 at seven o’clock Eastern Time.
‘Anne Rice’s Interview With the Vampire’ season 2 (AMC)
In the second season of the dark and erotic thriller, the vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac, played by Jacob Anderson, continues to describe his history in an interview with journalist Daniel Molloy, played by Eric Bogosian.
Following the events that took place in New Orleans in 1940, Louis and Claudia, a young woman who is just starting out in life, have embarked on a journey to Europe with the intention of discovering Old World Vampires and the Theatre des Vampires in Paris. It is there that Louis comes into contact with Armand, played by Assad Zaman, and the love affair that develops between them will have fatal repercussions in the past and in the future.
Premieres on AMC (via Sling or Fubo) on Sunday, May 12 at nine o’clock Eastern Time (ET).
‘Pretty Little Liars: Summer School’ season 2 (Max)
The “Pretty Little Liars” spinoff will have a new subtitle and a new antagonist for its second season. The new antagonist may or may not have any relation to A, depending on the circumstances. Where “Original Sin” left off, “Summer School” picks off where it left off, drawing influence from classic horror films such as “Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”
As opposed to enjoying fun in the sun, Tabby, Noa, Imogen, Faran, and Mouse, who are all friends, are compelled to investigate the corridors of Millwood High School. In spite of this, it is not all work and no pleasure, as Imogen is acquainted with a new romantic interest, while Noa is reunited with a former romantic interest. However, there is a horrific figure known as Bloody Rose that offers a serious danger, and it is possible that not all of them will make it to the ground.
Watchable on Max right now
‘Black Twitter: A People’s History’ (Hulu)
The purpose of this documentary series, which is based on pieces written by Jason Parham for Wired, is to investigate how black users on Twitter (now known as X) became a powerful influence in American culture and politics. It covers the origins of Black Twitter, beginning with the first hashtag, #UKnowUrBlackWhen, and continuing through its rise to prominence and the inevitable reaction that it faced.
Former “Insecure” showrunner Prentice Penny is in charge of the adaptation, and she is putting prominent black voices in the spotlight. These voices include stand-up comedian W. Kamau Bell, authors Roxane Gay and Luvvie Ajayi, journalists Jemele Hill, Wesley Lowery, and April Reign, trans activist Raquel Willis, academics, and former Twitter executives.
Currently available to stream on Hulu
NEW MOVIES
‘Mother of the Bride’ (Netflix)
The romance film “Father of the Bride” and the film “Ticket to Paradise,” which starred George Clooney and Julia Roberts, serve as inspiration for this romantic comedy. Brooke Shields plays the role of Lana, who is taken aback when her daughter Emma, played by Miranda Cosgrove, returns from a trip abroad and shares the news that she is going to be married… in Thailand… in a month! In addition to this, it has come to light that Emma’s fiance is the son of Will (Benjamin Bratt), the one who was responsible for breaking Lana’s heart at a significant point in time. The wedding might end up being a complete and utter failure, or it could be a second shot at love.
Now available to stream on Netflix
‘Eileen’ (Hulu)
The character of Eileen Dunlop, played by Thomasin McKenzie, is employed in a juvenile detention center, where she is looked down upon by her coworkers and has fantasies about one of the guards. The entrance of Rebecca Saint John, a new staff psychologist, played by Anne Hathaway, brings about a complete and utter transformation. Eileen is enthralled by the attractive and clever Rebecca, and the two of them develop a deeper relationship. However, when Rebecca asks Eileen for assistance with a case involving a prisoner, the situation becomes tense and violent.
Currently available to stream on Hulu
‘The Book of Clarence’ (Netflix)
When you combine “Monty Python’s Life of Brian” with “White Men Can’t Jump,” you get “The Book of Clarence.” That’s its name. In this historical comedy-drama, written and directed by Jeymes Samuel (“The Harder They Fall”), the plot revolves around the follies of a self-proclaimed messiah in ancient Jerusalem who is seeking to profit from the appearance of Jesus Christ.
The eponymous character, Clarence, is portrayed by LaKeith Stanfield (“Sorry to Bother You,” Knives Out), who is the one who devises the plan to get out of his obligations and begin a life of fame. In the beginning, his idea is successful, and he and his pals continue to travel around the country performing “miracles” in front of crowded crowds who lavish them with money. On the other hand, it is not long until the difficulties and tests that he has endured as a result of his divine destiny begin to weigh on him. The supporting cast of “The Book of Clarence” is also quite strong, including some of the most talented actors in the industry, including Omar Sy, David Oyelowo, Anna Diop, and RJ Cyler.
Now available to stream on Netflix
‘Abigail’ (PVOD)
The filmmakers Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, who were responsible for the equally enjoyable “Ready or Not” and the most recent “Scream” films, have created an exciting horror comedy that has received a lot of praise from critics. The film “Abigail” has garnered comparisons to the film “M3gan” from 2022 because of its blood-soaked mayhem and dark comedy. The film has received an 84% score from reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes.
Throughout the course of the narrative, a motley bunch of crooks headed by Giancarlo Esposito abduct the daughter of a major underground figure, who is twelve years old and is played by Alisha Weir, in order to collect a ransom of fifty million dollars. When the kidnappers begin to be hunted down one by one by an animal-like entity, what begins as a straightforward abduction operation evolves into a complete and utter bloodbath. Almost immediately, they come to the realization that the ostensibly innocent little girl whom they have seized as a hostage is anything but nice. If you are seeking a thrill ride that is equal parts eerie and chaotic, “Abigail” delivers enough things to dig your teeth into, despite the fact that its lack of shocks may disappoint some horror lovers.
On Amazon, you can either buy or rent.
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