‘Beef’ Season 2 Trailer: Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan Are in a Marriage From Hell in Netflix Series’ Sophomore Outing
Netflix unveiled the full trailer for "Beef" Season 2, an anthology drama returning April 16. The sophomore outing follows two affluent couples entangled in marital strife at a country‑club setting, starring Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan alongside Cailee Spaeny and Charles Melton. Creator Lee Sung Jin, who earned eight Emmys for Season 1, returns as executive producer, with A24 backing the eight‑episode run. The new season builds on the original’s critical acclaim and expands the series’ high‑stakes, character‑driven storytelling.
Release Rundown: What to Watch in April, From “Bunnylovr” To “Omaha”
The Sundance Institute is rolling out five theatrical releases in April, each a feature debut that premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. The slate includes award‑winning titles such as DJ Ahmet, Bunnylovr, Mad Bills to Pay, Omaha, and Ricky,...
"Memorable" Fantasy Drama with Toby Jones Lands New UK Streaming Home
Tale of Tales, the Matteo Garrone‑directed fantasy drama starring Toby Jones and Salma Hayek, has been added to the UK Prime Video catalog. The film adapts three stories from Giambattista Basile’s collection, presented as “The Enchanted Doe,” “The Flayed Old Lady,” and...
Official Trailer for Iko Uwais' 'Timur' Indonesian Action Film Out Soon
Uwais Entertainment has dropped the official trailer for "Timur," the Indonesian action‑thriller directed by and starring martial‑arts star Iko Uwais. The film, based on the 1996 Mapendumayang hostage rescue, opened in Indonesia on Dec 18, 2025 and will debut in the United States...
Shanxi Radio and Television Station and Information Office of the People’s Government of Shanxi Province Release “Tales of Guan Yu”...
Shanxi Radio and Television Station, together with the provincial information office, launched the five‑part documentary “Tales of Guan Yu,” tracing the 1,800‑year‑old warrior’s evolution into a global spiritual icon. The series blends archival research, animation and drone‑filmed present‑day stories, shooting across...
See You When I See You Examines the Oddities of Grief
"See You When I See You" is a 2026 indie drama that dramatizes stand‑up comedian Adam Cayton‑Holland’s struggle with grief and PTSD after his sister’s death. The film, adapted from his 2018 memoir "Tragedy Plus Time," is directed by Jay...
Misjudgment at Nuremberg
The 2026 film “Nuremberg” dramatizes the post‑World II trials, centering on prison psychiatrist Douglas Kelley (Rami Malek) and his uneasy rapport with Nazi leader Hermann Göring (Russell Crowe). Adapted from Jack El‑Hai’s book, the production aims for an epic thriller but ends up resembling a...
US Titles Dominate VOD Catalogues Despite Strong European Production
New research from the European Audiovisual Observatory shows that U.S. titles dominate video‑on‑demand (VOD) catalogues across Europe despite a sizable European output. European works account for 46% of individual titles but only 32% of catalogue "presences," while U.S. titles represent...
Daniel Craig's 5 James Bond Movies Land New UK Streaming Home for an Easter Binge-Watch
All five Daniel Craig James Bond films—Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre and No Time to Die—have been added to Amazon Prime Video in the UK, making them instantly available for an Easter‑long binge. Non‑subscribers can activate a 30‑day free trial to access the catalogue. At the same time,...
Christopher Nolan's 'Forgotten Masterpiece' Is Now Streaming on the BBC
Christopher Nolan’s 2002 neo‑noir thriller Insomnia has been added to BBC iPlayer, joining his 2006 film The Prestige in the platform’s latest update. The film, starring Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Hilary Swank, follows a detective’s psychological battle in an Alaskan town...
‘The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson’ Review: Behind a Cyclist’s Death
Netflix’s new true‑crime documentary “The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson,” released on April 2, 2026, chronicles the 2022 murder of 25‑year‑old professional cyclist Moriah Wilson in Austin, Texas. Directed by Marina Zenovich, the film blends personal tributes to Wilson’s racing talent...
‘Living the Land’ Review: Rural China in Transition
‘Living the Land,’ directed by Meng Huo, is a 2‑hour‑12‑minute drama set in 1991 Henan Province that chronicles a year in the life of ten‑year‑old Chuang as his farming community confronts the first wave of modern technology and economic reform....
‘A Great Awakening’ Review: An Unlikely Founding Friendship
‘A Great Awakening’ is a new historical drama directed by Joshua Enck that dramatizes the unlikely friendship between Benjamin Franklin and Reverend George Whitefield, a prominent evangelical preacher and plantation owner. Produced by the Christian‑entertainment studio Sight & Sound, the...
Merchandising: ‘Humane,’ ‘SpongeBob’ Among Weekly Exclusives
Vinegar Syndrome launched a limited‑edition Blu‑ray of the horror film *Humane* on March 31, offering 1,000 slip‑covered copies at $28.99 and a standard edition at $26.49, with a one‑per‑customer cap and a 50% subscriber discount. The same week Walmart introduced an...
HBO Max's Forgotten 6-Part Psychological Thriller Demands a Rewatch
HBO Max’s six‑episode limited series *The Undoing*—originally released in 2020—has resurfaced as a prime candidate for a second look. The psychological thriller, based on Jean Hanff Korelitz’s 2014 novel, follows therapist Grace Fraser (Nicole Kidman) as her seemingly perfect Upper East Side life...
This Week’s MPN Video Podcast: Dean Devlin on Free Streaming, AI in Hollywood and Adapting TikTok Into TV
Dean Devlin, co‑founder of the free ad‑supported streaming service ElectricNow, discussed the platform’s rapid growth and its first original scripted series, “The Poly Couple,” which adapts a viral TikTok show into a 30‑minute format. He outlined how ElectricNow leverages FAST (Free‑Ad‑Supported‑Streaming‑TV)...
Oscar-Winning 'KPop Demon Hunters' Directors Promise 'Bigger,' More 'Eventful' Sequel
Oscar‑winning animated hit “KPop Demon Hunters” is getting a sequel, with co‑directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans promising a bigger, more eventful follow‑up. The film swept Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song at the 98th Academy Awards and became...
Eva Longoria “Cannot Wait For The World To See” Kim Kardashian In ‘The Fifth Wheel’: “She’s So Funny”
Kim Kardashian is making her big‑screen debut in the R‑rated comedy "The Fifth Wheel," directed by Eva Longoria. Longoria praised Kardashian as the film’s anchor, highlighting her comedic timing. The movie wraps a three‑month shoot in Las Vegas and features...
3 Popular Jack Black Movies Now Streaming on Peacock
Peacock has added the three Kung Fu Panda movies, all featuring Jack Black as the voice of Po, to its streaming lineup. The original 2008 film generated roughly $632 million worldwide, while the 2024 fourth installment earned about $548 million, underscoring the franchise’s box‑office...
Will Smith & Matt Damon’s Controversial Movie Streams on Paramount+ Today
Paramount+ added the 2000 drama "The Legend of Bagger Vance" to its library today, making the Will Smith‑Matt Damon collaboration available for on‑demand streaming. The film, directed by the late Robert Redford, was a commercial flop, earning roughly $39.5 million against...
Weapons Prequel Movie Gets Major Update, Zach Cregger’s Involvement Detailed
The long‑rumored prequel to the horror hit Weapons is now officially moving forward, with director‑writer Zach Cregger teaming up with Zach Shields to pen the screenplay. The project, working under the title Gladys, will be produced by Cregger alongside Roy...
‘The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels’ Premieres on Peacock April 13
Peacock’s new original documentary, “The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels,” premieres on April 13, 2026. The film offers unprecedented behind‑the‑scenes access to WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels, tracing his rise, personal struggles, and redemption within the sport. It includes...
Oscar Isaac Exits Kristen Stewart’s A24 Vampire Movie, Replacement Found
Oscar Isaac has withdrawn from A24’s upcoming vampire thriller "Flesh of the Gods" after scheduling conflicts, and Brazilian star Wagner Moura has been tapped as his replacement. The film, directed by Panos Cosmatos, pairs Kristen Stewart as Alex with Moura’s...
Netflix Has Just Added "Dynamic" Spy Thriller with "Breathless Non-Stop Action" To Watch Tonight
Netflix added the South Korean spy thriller *Humint* to its catalog on March 31, 2024. The film follows NIS officer Zo In‑sung as he pursues a drug syndicate in Russia and clashes with a North Korean operative. Early data from FlixPatrol...
Wagner Moura Replacing Oscar Isaac in ‘Mandy’ Director’s ‘Flesh of the Gods’ with Kristen Stewart
Wagner Moura is stepping into Oscar Isaac’s role opposite Kristen Stewart in Panos Cosmatos’ upcoming vampire thriller “Flesh of the Gods.” The film, written by Andrew Kevin Walker and based on a story by Walker and Cosmatos, has secured U.S. distribution through A24....
International Shoots: Why Trusted Hubs Are Overtaking Incentives
International film production hubs are outpacing pure tax rebates as the primary draw for Netflix, Amazon and Warner Bros. Discovery. While many Ibero‑American territories still tout high incentive percentages, executives now prioritize regulatory predictability, fast permitting, reliable payments and robust local...
Jim Carrey’s Highest-Rated Movie Now Streaming on Paramount+
Paramount+ has added Jim Carrey’s 1998 comedy‑drama *The Truman Show* to its streaming lineup, marking the film’s first appearance on the service. The movie retains a Certified Fresh 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it Carrey’s highest‑rated work, and it...
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Anna Faris Finally Speaks Out About “Toy Story 5” Casting Rumors
Anna Faris used a Variety interview to squash internet rumors that she would appear in Pixar’s upcoming Toy Story 5, confirming she is not part of the cast. She reiterated her enthusiasm for voice‑over work, citing past roles in Cloudy with a...
Best Action Movies on Netflix (Updated: April 2026)
The April 2026 update of ComingSoon.net’s "Best Action Movies on Netflix" highlights five titles spanning crime, war, martial‑arts, Viking epic and Korean thriller genres. The list includes Michael Mann’s classic Heat (1995), Spielberg’s war‑action hybrid Saving Private Ryan (1998), Tarantino’s stylized Kill Bill Vol. 1...
Classic Tom Cruise Action Movie Arrives on Prime Video Today
Prime Video added the 1986 Tom Cruise action classic Top Gun to its streaming catalog, making the iconic film instantly available to subscribers. The original movie was the highest‑grossing release of its year, pulling in over $350 million worldwide against a modest...
Freestyle Releasing Dystopian Dramedy ‘Up the Catalogue’ Across Digital Retail Platforms on April 14
Freestyle Digital Media, the distribution arm of Allen Media Group, will launch the dystopian dramedy *Up the Catalogue* on April 14 across major digital retail platforms. The film stars Lyndsey Marshal and Jonathan Bailey and follows a charismatic presenter trapped...
Diablo Cody and a Riverdale Star Team up for a Millennial Take on The Craft
Diablo Cody teams with writer‑director Meredith Alloway to launch *Forbidden Fruits*, a millennial‑focused horror‑comedy that reimagines *The Craft* inside a 2020s mall. The film stars Riverdale’s Lili Reinhart, Victoria Pedretti and Alexandra Shipp as a coven of retail witches navigating “shine theory” feminism and...
Coming-of-Age Warm Romance 'An Autumn Summer' Official Trailer
Blue Harbor Entertainment released the official trailer for the indie coming‑of‑age romance An Autumn Summer, marking Jared Isaac’s feature‑directorial debut. The film, which debuted at the 2024 Heartland Film Festival, has since toured festivals in Phoenix, Miami and Tallgrass. It follows...
Caravaggio Documentary Will Premiere on Marquee TV Next Week
The feature‑length documentary *Caravaggio* will debut on the arts‑focused streaming service Marquee TV on April 6, expanding its reach beyond the limited theatrical run last fall. Directed by Phil Grabsky and David Bickerstaff after five years of research, the film spotlights the...
To Access Stranded Capital, Filmmakers Need to Learn Demand-Side Thinking
Independent filmmakers are urged to abandon supply‑side pitches and adopt demand‑side thinking to tap the $22 trillion pool of alternative assets that largely bypass indie cinema. Producer Daren Smith illustrates the shift by securing a $1 million equity commitment for his upcoming...
‘The Invite,’ ‘Late Fame,’ and Many More Movies Lead SFFILM Festival Lineup
The 69th San Francisco International Film Festival runs April 24 – May 4, showcasing 79 programs from 40 countries. Opening night features a double bill of Kent Jones’ Late Fame and Olivia Wilde’s The Invite, while the centerpiece screens Boots Riley’s I Love Boosters. The festival returns to the historic Castro Theatre and celebrates Grand...
The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in April
Netflix’s April 2026 lineup adds three high‑profile titles: the second season of the social satire ‘Beef’ arrives on April 16, David Attenborough‑narrated nature documentary ‘A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough’ debuts on April 17, and the animated spin‑off ‘Stranger Things: Tales from ’85’ launches...
Fight Club Finally Gets 4K Ultra HD Release, One-Night Return to Movie Theaters
David Fincher’s cult classic *Fight Club* is getting a one‑night theatrical re‑release on April 22, followed by a 4K Ultra HD Steelbook launch on May 12. The new edition promises to showcase the film’s iconic cinematography and sound design in unprecedented...
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Vincent D'Onofrio on His Matthew Lillard Reunion in “Daredevil: Born Again” And 'the Most Human You've Ever Seen Fisk'
Vincent D'Onofrio says season 2 of Disney+’s *Daredevil: Born Again* presents the Kingpin as the most human version of the character yet. He describes intense physical prep, including building upper‑body mass for a boxing scene, and highlights the emotional stakes that...
Steve Zahn and Audrey Zahn on She Dances, Family Filmmaking, and Small Town Life: Podcast
Steve Zahn and his daughter Audrey Zahn have co‑written and produced the indie drama “She Dances,” drawing on Audrey’s upbringing in competitive dance and the family’s Kentucky hometown. The film explores the high‑stakes dance subculture while weaving a grief narrative...
The New Supergirl Trailer Gave Me Chills — but I'm Worried It Won't Be the DC Comic Book Movie Adaptation...
The official Supergirl trailer, set for a June 26, 2026 release, shows a shift from the acclaimed "Woman of Tomorrow" graphic novel toward a Kara Zor‑El‑centric story. While the teaser highlights an emotional Krypto injury and hints at a three‑day rescue mission,...
The House of Leaves Movies That Aren’t House of Leaves
Markiplier’s indie sci‑fi horror *Iron Lung* has reignited fan speculation about adapting Mark Z. Danielewski’s notoriously "unfilmable" novel *House of Leaves*. While a direct movie remains elusive, the article curates a list of existing films that echo the book’s labyrinthine...
Mike Figgis’ ‘Liebestraum’ Finally Available as Its Director Originally Intended, 35 Years Later
Boutique label Cinématographe has issued a worldwide Blu‑ray of Mike Figgis’s 1991 thriller Lieb Liebestraum in its originally intended, uncensored director’s cut. The new edition is sourced from the original negative, delivering a high‑definition widescreen presentation that has not been widely...
Stories From CIA Spymaster Peter Sichel in 'The Last Spy' Doc Trailer
Dogwoof has released the trailer for "The Last Spy," a documentary chronicling the life of CIA spymaster Peter Sichel, who escaped Nazi Germany, helped build the OSS, and became the agency’s first chief in Berlin. The film premiered at the 2025...
Dazed X MUBI Cinema Club’s Season Finale: Father Mother Sister Brother
Jim Jarmusch’s award‑winning drama *Father Mother Sister Brother* will close Dazed x MUBI Cinema Club’s 2026 spring season with a special screening at London’s Rio Cinema on 10 April. The film, which captured the Golden Lion at Venice 2025, weaves three interlinked stories...
The Future of Film Is Female Will Bring Three Recent Indie Gems to a City Near You
The Future of Film Is Female announced the "Three Films, Five Cities" initiative, a multi‑city curatorial rollout that will screen three recent independent films directed by women and nonbinary creators in Los Angeles, New York, Portland, Houston and Cleveland from March...
‘Star Spangled to Death’: Ken Jacobs’s History of the United States
Ken Jacobs’ 6½‑hour assemblage “Star Spanged to Death,” finished digitally in 2004, is now screening as an installation at the Museum of Modern Art through April 7, 2026. The work stitches together a chaotic mix of vintage cartoons, soft‑core porn, educational...
How James Cameron Shot Titanic’s Hugely Complex Sinking Scene
James Cameron’s 1997 blockbuster *Titanic* cost roughly $200 million, making it the most expensive film of its era, and earned $2.264 billion worldwide. The iconic sinking sequence required a 775‑foot replica built on a custom seaside set in Mexico, hundreds of stunt...
Thea Gajić’s ‘SURVIVING EARTH’ Will Be Released in UK & Ireland Cinemas This Month
Writer‑director Thea Gajić’s feature debut *Surviving Earth* will hit UK and Ireland screens on April 24, 2026, after festival premieres at SXSW and Edinburgh. The drama, based on a true story, follows Vlad, a Yugoslav refugee who builds a Balkan‑inspired...
Jackie Chan & Hu Hu in Dumb 'Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe' Trailer
Well Go USA is rolling out the U.S. theatrical debut of the Chinese family comedy sequel *Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe* on April 17, 2026. The film, which opened in Chinese cinemas in February, reunites superstar Jackie Chan with the CGI panda...