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New Movies to Stream This Weekend: The Wild Robot, Woman of the Hour, and Alien: Romulus
2024-10-17
Streaming Surge: Robots, Aliens, and Thrills Dominate the Home Entertainment Landscape
As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, a diverse array of captivating new releases is making its way to the comfort of our homes. From the heartwarming tale of a shipwrecked robot to the chilling return of the Xenomorph, this weekend's streaming offerings promise to transport viewers to worlds both familiar and extraordinary.Prepare for an Unforgettable Streaming Experience
The Wild Robot: A Heartwarming Journey of Adaptation and Friendship
The epic adventure of a robot shipwrecked on an uninhabited island unfolds in the heartwarming family film, The Wild Robot. Featuring the voices of acclaimed actors Lupita Nyong'o and Pedro Pascal, this adaptation of Peter Brown's beloved book follows the journey of ROZZUM unit 7134, affectionately known as Roz, as she navigates the harsh surroundings and gradually builds relationships with the island's animal inhabitants. Roz's transformation from a solitary machine to a nurturing adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling is a testament to the power of adaptation and the bonds that can form in the most unexpected of circumstances. With a talented voice cast that also includes Catherine O'Hara, Bill Nighy, Kit Connor, and Stephanie Hsu, The Wild Robot promises to captivate audiences of all ages.Brothers: A Sibling Reunion Gone Awry
In the action-comedy Brothers, a reformed criminal's attempt at going straight is derailed when he reunites with his sanity-testing twin brother on a cross-country road trip for the score of a lifetime. Starring the dynamic duo of Josh Brolin and Peter Dinklage, the film follows the brothers as they dodge bullets, the law, and an overbearing mother, all while trying to heal their severed family bond before they end up killing each other. With a supporting cast that includes Taylour Paige, M. Emmet Walsh, Jennifer Landon, and the legendary Brendan Fraser and Glenn Close, Brothers promises a wild and hilarious ride that explores the complexities of familial relationships.Alien: Romulus - Returning to the Franchise's Roots
The Alien franchise takes a chilling turn with Alien: Romulus, a sci-fi/horror-thriller that brings the iconic Xenomorph back to its terrifying roots. As a group of young space colonizers scavenge a derelict space station, they come face-to-face with the most terrifying life form in the universe. Directed by Fede Alvarez and produced by Ridley Scott, the architect of the Alien universe, this latest installment promises to deliver the same heart-pounding suspense and visceral thrills that have made the franchise a beloved staple of science fiction horror.Stream: A Twisted Game of Survival
From the producers of the hit slasher films Terrifier 2 and Terrifier 3 comes Stream, a horror thriller that turns a peaceful hotel stay into a vacation to die for. When the Keenan family checks into a seemingly mundane hotel, they find themselves pitted against four deranged murderers who are competing in a twisted game. Starring a talented cast that includes Jeffrey Combs, Charles Edwin Powell, Danielle Harris, and the legendary Tim Curry, Stream promises to deliver the same level of intense and unsettling thrills that have made the Terrifier franchise a cult favorite.Never Let Go: A Psychological Thriller of Survival and Maternal Bonds
In the psychological thriller Never Let Go, a mother, played by Oscar winner Halle Berry, and her twin sons must fight for their survival as an evil takes over the world beyond their front doorstep. Directed by Alexandre Aja and produced by the minds behind Stranger Things and Arrival, the film explores the lengths a mother will go to protect her family, even if it means tethering themselves together and never letting go. As the bonds that hold them together are tested, the family must confront the terrifying reality of the evil that lurks outside their home.The Shadow Strays: A Deadly Assassin's Redemption
From director Timo Tjahjanto, the visionary behind The Night Comes for Us and V/H/S/94, comes The Shadow Strays, a thrilling tale of a young assassin named 13 who defies her mentor to save a boy named Monji from a ruthless crime syndicate. Skilled in the art of killing, 13 must navigate a dangerous path, destroying anyone who stands in her way to protect the boy and find redemption. Starring Aurora Ribero and Hana Malasan, The Shadow Strays promises to deliver the same level of intense action and gritty storytelling that has made Tjahjanto a rising star in the world of genre filmmaking.Woman of the Hour: A Stranger-Than-Fiction Encounter
In the directorial debut of Anna Kendrick, Woman of the Hour tells the stranger-than-fiction story of an aspiring actor in 1970s Los Angeles and a serial killer in the midst of a years-long murder spree, whose lives intersect when they're cast on an episode of The Dating Game. Kendrick stars as Sheryl Bradshaw, the aspiring actor, opposite Daniel Zovatto as Rodney Alcala, the serial killer known as the "Dating Game Killer." This captivating true-crime drama promises to delve into the chilling intersection of Hollywood and the darkest corners of human nature.