Netflix’s release slate ensures you never run out of something new to explore each week, and October's schedule is no exception.From foreign titles and originals to classic throwbacks, the streaming platform offers plenty, with some exciting movies landing this week.Add How-To Geek on Google Add as Preferred Source Follow on Google Discover My top pick is a sports comedy starring Woody Harrelson.
All four of these releases are coming to Netflix U.S., so there are a few different options to consider when you’re updating your watchlist.Here's all you need to know.4 Barbie in the Nutcracker Revisiting a childhood favorite I'll be going on a trip down memory lane because Netflix is serving nostalgia with this family-friendly release.
If you grew up watching the animated Barbie movies, (2026) needs little introduction.The original Barbie in the Nutcracker came out in 2001, and Mattel is celebrating its 25th anniversary with this new animated special.It brings the story back with updated animation and the two Barbie characters familiar to new viewers.
Barbie “Malibu” Roberts takes on the role of Clara, while Barbie “Brooklyn” Roberts plays the Sugarplum Princess.The adventure sends Barbie through enchanted lands to rescue Ken from the mischievous Rat King, with music and magic accompanying them.Its 45-minute runtime makes it easier to fit into an evening with your family.
For anyone who remembers watching the original on DVD, there’s also the curiosity of seeing how the story has been reimagined.It’s an early option for your holiday watchlist if you’re ready to move on to Christmas movies once you're done with your Halloween watchlist.starts streaming globally on Netflix on Nov.
1.3 Collision Course Heists have a way of going horribly wrong With heist movies, there's plenty of chaos to look forward to, especially when things eventually spiral out of control.is the heist thriller to keep an eye on this week, and this Spanish film's premise is intriguing enough to draw your attention.
The story takes place in Madrid in 2013, against the backdrop of the economic crisis.A group of robbers targets a bank, but a crash during their getaway complicates the escape.As more comes out about the people involved, the robbery becomes tied to lies and betrayals that began long before they get into the bank.
Getting away with the loot is difficult enough without the people beside you having things to hide.This is director Daniel Sánchez Arévalo's first thriller, working with co-writer Ramón Campos and production company Bambú Producciones, which also made .If you enjoy crime stories with several people and arcs to keep track of, is worth adding to your list.
starts streaming globally on Netflix on Oct.30.2 Zainab Johnson: Toxically Optimistic A brighter take on life's absurdities You may recognize Zainab Johnson from , where she plays Aleesha, but stand-up has been a big part of her career for years.
is her second comedy special and her first for Netflix, following on Prime Video.Her new special includes stories about guns, a Tesla crisis, and trying to find something positive in bad situations.The special grew out of a show she performed at the Edinburgh Fringe, with her personal experiences inspiring a lot of the material.
Johnson also wrote, directed, and co-produced it, so she’s been involved in more than one aspect of the special.It’s also the first stand-up special produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground.If you're open to having the occasional stand-up hour among your weekly picks, especially if you like a short and crisp watch, it's worth a shot.
starts streaming globally on Netflix from Oct.27.1 Champions Life is more than a game Basketball has become a bit of a recurring theme in Woody Harrelson’s movies.
After and , puts him back on the court, this time as a coach.Bobby Farrelly directs this comedy, which is my top pick among the week’s new movies.Harrelson plays Marcus, a minor-league basketball coach whose poor decisions leave him without a job and in trouble with the law.
After an arrest for drunk driving, he’s ordered to complete community service by coaching a team of players with intellectual disabilities.He accepts the assignment reluctantly, still more concerned with getting his own career back on track.Working with the team takes some adjustment, particularly when his usual approach to coaching doesn’t get him very far with this team.
Kaitlin Olson plays Alex, the sister of one of his players, whose relationship with Marcus also becomes an important part of the story.There’s a typical sports comedy setup here, with the team working toward a place in the Special Olympics, but you also spend time getting to know the players outside the court.starts streaming on Netflix U.S.
on Oct.28.Champions PG-13 Comedy Drama Sports Release Date March 10, 2023 Where to watch Close WHERE TO WATCH Streaming RENT Cast Woody Harrelson, Katlin Olson, Ernie Hudson, Cheech Marin, Matt Cook Runtime 123 minutes Director Bobby Farrelly Writers Mark Rizzo Website https://www.focusfeatures.com/champions Cinematographer C.
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