My Top Movies, Series, Documentaries and all that is watchable in 2024... (so far - and in list order)
Let's see how manic 2024 can be with an expected high volume of viewing pleasures in store for the senses. A series may alter list positions as episodes progress. Any release in the last week of 2023 drops into this list. To see most recent added title, change the "Sort by" to - Date Added.
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- StarsJonah Hauer-KingAnna PróchniakMelanie LynskeyBased on the eponymously titled novel, this is the powerful real-life story of Lale Sokolov, a Jewish prisoner who was tasked with tattooing ID numbers on prisoners' arms in the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during World War Two.Too harrowing to watch the suffering and degradation of humans, but somehow the makers of this series have managed to tell a compelling true story that has you transfixed to the screen (watched it all in one seating), with the assistance of powerful performances from the cast (where even Harvey Keitel is still at the top of his craft)... (Stan Australia / SKY / Peacock)
- DirectorDenis VilleneuveStarsTimothée ChalametZendayaRebecca FergusonPaul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.Vast improvement from previous as Atreides' journey goes deeper with an intense transformation to a God-like figure on the road to revenge, while the politics and religions turn into a blood drenched war. Zendaya almost took the limelight as Chani, and rest of cast have you glued to the screen... (Apple store)
- CreatorNicole TaylorStarsLeo WoodallAmbika ModAmber GrappyEmma and Dexter meet for the first time on the night of their graduation. Tomorrow they must go their separate ways.A mismatched friendship created at a graduation party on 15th of July, 1988, and each episode jumps to that same date every year to reveal the progress of Emma and Dexter through their heartbreaks and tribulations in life, but most importantly their loving friendship in this addictive melodrama with these wonderful imperfect well-rounded characters who hold up a mirror to our very own lives, and the final episode hits home hard... (Netflix)
- StarsAndrew ScottDakota FanningJohnny FlynnA grifter named Ripley living in New York during the 1960s is hired by a wealthy man to bring his vagabond son home from Italy.Zaillian creates a unique black and white noir-ish thriller of the infamous fictional character, Ripley (top performance from Andrew Scott), with stylistic framing compositions and lighting reminiscent of a Caravaggio painting, plus a sinister tone that forces the viewer into the mind of a life grifter... (Netflix)
- StarsDani BowmanJames B. JonesAbbey Romeo LutesIt follows people on the autism spectrum as they navigate the world of dating and relationships.Season 2. Still one of the best reality TV shows where the series makers respect the subject matters, and where we get to learn empathy, acceptance and understanding of others in the most profound way... (Netflix)
- DirectorDan ReedStarsAlex JonesRussell DowdenRob JacobsonCenters on families of the victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting. They take Alex Jones, a conspiracy theorist, to court for spreading lies about the event being a hoax.The evil doings of Alex Jones, profiting on the pain of parents and death of children as this documentary reveals without any sensationalism, giving the facts that is so heart wrenching, but empty souls still refuse to see it... (Foxtel / HBO Max)
- DirectorCarla GutierrezStarsPablo AlarsonJeanne AlbaneseTizoc ArroyoA raw and magical journey into the life of iconic artist Frida Kahlo, told through her own words from diaries, letters, essays, and interviews. Vividly brought to life with lyrical animation inspired by her unforgettable artwork.Creative look at the life of the great 20th Century legend, Frida Kahlo, based on her personal diaries and revealing the most inner-thoughts and struggles. A documentary that makes you comprehend every detail of this truly amazing artist through great archival footage, photos and paintings that come to life... (Prime Amazon)
- CreatorDan GutermanStarsMartha KellyKimberly Hebert GregoryShelby YoungGlobal human annihilation is impending due to a mystery planet speeding towards Earth. Among the hedonistic crowd, one quiet and perpetually uneasy woman stands out, while the majority feel free to follow their greatest desires.Monotone Carol realizes that she does not know how to live life as the world is coming to an end in this poignant adult animation series that deals with issues from family to friendship, love, and anything out of left field, but most importantly the state of one's mind when the end is nigh (released mid-December 2023, but deserves to be viewed in 2024!)... (Netflix)
- DirectorDemetri MartinStarsRachael BeameAdam LowittRon LynchFrom his thoughts on aggressively scented trash bags to desk jobs in hell, Demetri Martin returns with a new stand-up special.Stand-up dry comedy with a difference, utilising the visual medium to perfection, and all in glorious black and white… (Netflix)
- DirectorGiorgio AngeliniArthur JonesStarsFuxnetAmandaAubrey CottleA group of lonely teenagers formed an online community and bonded over their isolation, but their collective beliefs warped reality.A whole brand new world under the internet microscope of chaos and how it is affecting the world order! Needs to be seen to be believed... (Netflix)
- CreatorAmy SchumerStarsAmy SchumerViolet YoungMichael CeraAfter an unexpected incident, Beth starts having flashbacks to her teen self and learns how she became who she is and who she wants to become.Season 2. Schumer picks up from where we last left these joyous imperfect characters, and hones in on John’s autism (Cera almost too believable!), as well as the backstory of Beth’s childhood that really stands out with purpose and meaning… (Disney+/Star/Hulu)
- StarsWillie NelsonJohn SpongMickey RaphaelThe first authorized work exploring the extraordinary life of Willie Nelson traverses the personal and career ups, downs, and in-betweens of one of the world's most beloved musicians, by turns spiritual, dramatic, and playful.The tale of the legendary figure as told by family and friends, with even Willie having a say or two... (Paramount+/MTV)
- DirectorTim MielantsStarsStef AertsMatteo SimoniAnnelore CrolletWilfried Wils must survive as an auxiliary policeman during the German occupation of Antwerp.The horrors of being a police officer during WW2 and told to "just watch" as the nasty "N" run riot in your city. But two officers take matters forcibly into their own hands and find themselves in a harrowing situation for this intense war drama (released world wide Jan 31, 2024)... (Netflix)
- CreatorLulu WangStarsNicole KidmanSarayu BlueJi-young YooA look at the personal and professional lives of a tight-knit group of expatriates living in Hong Kong.Lulu Wang perfectly adapts Y.K. Lee's book into an intriguing tale of grieving and troubled expats in foreign terrain, attempting to make sense of it all in the big lost city of Hong Kong, told in a mysterious tone and visual solitude that gets into the complex minds of the wandering souls... (Prime Amazon)
- StarsSimon BakerBryan BrownPhoebe TonkinIn 1980s Brisbane, a precocious boy and his selectively mute brother embark on a suburban odyssey of love, redemption, and retribution after their family is torn apart by a drug lord.1985 Australia under the Queensland blistering sun and a suburb forgotten by prosperity as young Eli Bell navigates the game of survival in a dysfunctional family that falls prey to the seedy underbelly of crime and police corruption. Travis Fimmel's best performance since Vikings, and child actor Felix Cameron is very impressive in this dark surreal thriller that dishes out bogan-ocker philosophy with all its funny wisdom... (Netflix)
- CreatorAitor ArregiJon GarañoJose Mari GoenagaStarsAlberto San JuanAdam QuinteroGemma WhelanA chronicle of the rise of designer Cristóbal Balenciaga from humble origins to fashion icon.The life of renown high caliber fashion designer in this splendid drama as each episode deals with pivotal moments of Crisobal's career in a time of political upheaval and the new era of Haute couture rivalries (Chanel, Dior)... (Disney+/Star)
- DirectorKristen LappasStarsGiannis AntetokounmpoAlex AntetokounmpoKostas AntetokounmpoThe story of Giannis Antetokounmpo, global NBA superstar, from the streets of Athens to becoming an NBA champion and two-time league MVP.An inspirational documentary on a contemporary sporting legend of great empathy and humility, standing for the underprivileged and showing that strong family unity does still exist... (Prime Amazon)
- CreatorRichard GaddStarsRichard GaddJessica GunningNava MauThe story follows writer and performer Richard Gadd's warped relationship with a female stalker and the impact it has on him as he is ultimately forced to face a deep, dark buried trauma.A twisted true story about the effects of stalking on a person whose life is already in tatters, and Richard Gadd as writer and actor delivers a dark enthralling dramedy that has you intrigued to the very end... (Netflix)
- DirectorRudy MancusoStarsRudy MancusoCamila MendesFrancesca RealeA coming-of-age love story that follows an aspiring creator with synesthesia, who must come to terms with an uncertain future, while navigating the pressures of love, family, and his Brazilian culture in Newark, New Jersey.Creative and fun loving artful piece from Mancuso, who integrates the joy of music within life's woes and heartbreaks, but most importantly setting one's sights on what makes you really happy in life... (Prime Amazon)
- DirectorYandy LaurensStarsRinggo Agus RahmanNirina ZubirAlex AbbadBagus, a screenwriter, reunites with his high school friend and crush, Hana, who is still grieving from the loss of her husband. He wants to convince her to fall in love once again, just like in the movies.A movie within a movie, within a movie! Something to that effect in this little gem about the crazy process of movie making, and how a screenwriter deals with the creative approach by involving his personal life, and those of others. It ultimately ends up as a love story, but without the Indonesian melodrama. Instead just a clever and funny structure that amuses, and characters of great empathy... (Netflix)
- StarsJerry SeinfeldSteve MartinLorne MichaelsFollows the life and career of actor Steve Martin.The many career faces of Steve Martin, an ever evolving artist in this insightful documentary, with the first part very engaging as Steve narrates his own quirky beginnings, struggles and eventual success, and the second phase of his life goes to Hollywood, including revealing the real STEVE! (Apple+)
- CreatorGeneva Robertson-DworetGraham WagnerStarsElla PurnellAaron MotenWalton GogginsIn a future, post-apocalyptic Los Angeles brought about by nuclear decimation, citizens must live in underground bunkers to protect themselves from radiation, mutants and bandits.The first three episodes are a delight for the gamers as the classic comes alive with an explosive budget, enabling it to perfectly capture the post-apocalyptic world in this over the top mayhem. But it then improves with each episode as it delves deeper into the characters, and revealing the horrid power of corporate politics at play… (Prime Amazon)
- CreatorIan EdelmanVince StaplesMaurice WilliamsStarsVince StaplesAndrea EllsworthWatts Homie QuanKind of famous and sort of rich, rapper and actor Vince Staples navigates the challenges and surprises of everyday life in his hometown of The Beach.A very absurd funny series that is so laid back in tone as it cleverly deals with social issues and other silly life matter's in the Vince Staples way, but most importantly plays on the notion of the distorted perspective of others not like yourself! (Netflix)
- StarsCosmo JarvisAnna SawaiTadanobu AsanoWhen a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies.Fascinating to observe 17th century Japanese politics of power struggle, foreign religious influences and treacherous manipulative games played by all, with a stranded Anglo ship merchant caught in the middle of this dangerous feud, all carried out in lavish CGI locations and high productions values, plus grand old fashion storytelling to help move it along. Best of all is the powerful restraint performance from Anna Sawai as Toda... (Disney+ / FX)
- StarsJeff DanielsDiane LaneTom PelphreyFollows an Atlanta real estate mogul as he faces sudden bankruptcy, and tries to defend his empire from those attempting to capitalize on his fall from grace.Series creator and writer, David E. Kelley, has updated Tom Wolfe's 1998 classic social satire novel into an amusing Atlanta wrestling match for our times (fans of original book will be disappointed)... (Netflix)
- DirectorGeorge ClooneyStarsJoel EdgertonCallum TurnerPeter GuinnessA 1930s-set story centered on the University of Washington's rowing team, from their Depression-era beginnings to winning gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.A forgotten true story that still resonates in today's political climate, when a junior rowing team goes up against the money colleges during the depression, and then dealing with the ugly beast in the 1936 German Olympics. Clooney manages to construct a powerful tale with performances to match... (Prime Amazon)
- DirectorMichael MannStarsAdam DriverShailene WoodleyGiuseppe FestineseSet in the summer of 1957, with Enzo Ferrari's auto empire in crisis, the ex-racer turned entrepreneur pushes himself and his drivers to the edge as they launch into the Mille Miglia, a treacherous 1,000-mile race across Italy.A pivotal moment in Enzo Ferrari's legacy as his personal and professional life clash to create an empire, with thoughtful direction by Mann, and writer, Troy Kennedy Martin, getting into the mind of the racing legend, aided by Driver and Cruz's performances (mostly released late 2023)... (Paramount+)
- CreatorLucia AnielloPaul W. DownsJen StatskyStarsJean SmartHannah EinbinderCarl Clemons-HopkinsExplores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.Season 3. Shaping up to be better than the last disappointing season, with the characters Deborah and Ava back into full swing of the comedy business madness... (Stan Australia / HBO MAX)
- StarsMichael DouglasNoah JupeDaniel MaysExplores the story of one of the greatest gambles of Franklin's career. At age 70, Franklin outmaneuvered British spies and French informers while engineering the Franco-American alliance of 1778.Well written political period drama as Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas in top form) pays France a visit in order to secure a financial alliance to battle the Brits... (Apple+)
- CreatorMark ProtosevichStarsColin FarrellKirbyAmy RyanPrivate investigator John Sugar examines the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel, the granddaughter of a legendary Hollywood producer.A neo-noir that plays with the genre on so many levels, from the shooting style, hyper primary colors, and including using images from classic film-noirs, where it seems to all gel, creating a mystery thriller that takes you for a voyeuristic ride, and the sugar on top is Colin Farrell as a private investigator who has a love for movies... (Apple+)
- StarsJeon So-neeKoo Kyo-hwanLee Jung-hyunA group of humans wage war against the rising evil of unidentified parasitic life-forms that live off of human hosts and strive to grow their powerAnother Magna classic comes to life in this taunt horror thriller very reminiscent of "Invasion of the Body Snatchers", with a bit of THE THING thrown in, and "Day of the Triffids" added to the mix, creating a Korean BBQ worthy of a feast (excuse the pun)... (Netflix)
- StarsConan O'BrienJarle WallevikSebastianFollows Conan O'Brien as he visits new friends he made through his podcast Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend (2018), and engages in in-depth discussions with viewers from all around the nation and the globe.Surprisingly funny as Conan lets loose and hits the WWR (World Wide Road), mingling with people of the streets, sometimes pushing the boundaries to an absurdist field that makes it so damn hilarious... (Binge Australia / HBO Max)
- DirectorThea SharrockStarsMicheal WardBeckett HandleyTahvae HunteAdvocates to end homelessness, organize an annual tournament for Homeless men to compete in a series of football matches known as The Homeless World Cup.An uplifting sporting film showing how the game of football can change lives, even for the homeless, and in this case, for those who have lost their way. The living legend, Bill Nighy, gives it an extra boost, even when the story sometimes gets a little schmaltzy, it still shows the passion and rewards of humility within the most beautiful game... (Netflix)
- CreatorOsamah SamiShahin ShafaeiStarsKamel El BashaOsamah SamiMaia AbbasThe life of a powerful Iraqi family in Australia, who confront new power, politics and privilege when their prominent patriarch, Sheikh Mohammad, is chosen as the head cleric of a local mosque.Riveting Australian drama dealing with a religious community at odds with mosque politics and the family power struggle fighting to control the new ways challenged by the conservatives. Engaging and strong convincing performances and visually well told... (ABC i-view)
- StarsNoomi RapaceJonathan BanksJames D'ArcyJo returns to earth after a disaster in space and discovers that there are missing pieces in her life, so she sets out to expose the truth about the hidden secrets of space travel and recover what she has lost.The first 2 episodes has the adrenaline pumping and mind working overtime, and by the third episode you are still running the gauntlet in this ambiguous sci-fi mystery that sucks you into a vortex with its clever structure and bravery in not giving away too much information, but just enough to become a junkie to it... (Apple+)
- DirectorStan LathanStarsDave ChappelleFrom his onstage tackle to the slap heard round the world, the comic lets loose in this freewheeling and unfiltered comedy special.The cheeky Chappelle always pushes the edges, but with amusing results and some wisdom hidden in the laughter... (Netflix)
- CreatorNic PizzolattoIssa LópezStarsVince VaughnColin FarrellRachel McAdamsAnthology series in which police investigations unearth the personal and professional secrets of those involved, both within and outside the law.Season 4 finds itself in bleak remote Alaska where evil lurks and the local detectives have to solve this bizarre case that has The Thing about it, and Jody Foster's presence makes it very interesting, aided by an intense performance from Kali Reis... (Binge Australia / HBO)
- CreatorLarry DavidStarsLarry DavidCheryl HinesJeff GarlinLarry David stars as an over-the-top version of himself in this comedy series that shows how seemingly trivial details of day-to-day life can precipitate a catastrophic chain of events.Season 12. The imperfection of this perfect comedy series is still a winner and reveals us humans for who we really are... (Binge Australia / HBO MAX)
- DirectorManolo CaroStarsManuel Garcia-RulfoMiguel ValverdeRaúl BrionesRaised in opulence and culture, 10-year-old Tochtli's lavish life contrasts with the darkness that seeps in from his father's criminal activities.Another wonderful twisted absurd tale from Juan Pablo Villalobos book, about a young boy, Tochtli, living in a remote lavish villa with a gangster father, creating a fantasy world to deal with the harsh reality... (Netflix)
- DirectorNed BensonStarsLucy BoyntonJustin H. MinDavid CorenswetA love story centering on the connection between music and memory and how they transport us, sometimes literally.A decent twist to time traveling, this time via the power of music (and a bit of loving)... (Disney+/Hulu)
- StarsLee Dong-wookKim Hye-junJo Han-sunAn action drama in which a niece who lost her parents and grew up in the hands of an uncle who runs a shopping mall, faces a new truth after her uncle's sudden death.A Korean shoot-'em-up series with plenty of depth and mystery to keep one watching without all that K-drama/action nonsense... (Disney+/Hulu/Star)
- StarsJuan MinujínJoaquín FerreiraAgustín SullivanGuillermo Coppola, manager of the most famous soccer player, struggles to balance his hectic private life with the unexpected repercussions of his client's actions. After sporting success, he faces a rapid decline in his career.Juan Minujín transformed perfectly into the skin of, Guillermo Coppola, to the point where I was convinced that it was the real fast talking, wild and sassy sport agent who had the gift of the gab and everyone at his beck and call... (Disney+)
- DirectorSean CharmatzStarsJacob TremblayPaul Walter HauserColin HanksA boy with an active imagination faces his fears on an unforgettable journey through the night with his new friend: a giant, smiling creature named Dark.Yarlett's book was in the safe hands of Charlie Kaufman for this joyous tale of dealing with fear and anxiety through an imaginative journey... (Netflix)
- CreatorDonald GloverFrancesca SloaneStarsDonald GloverMaya ErskinePaul DanoTwo strangers land jobs with a spy agency that offers them a life of espionage, wealth, and travel. The catch: new identities in an arranged marriage.Great teaming of Erskine and Glover as spies under the cover of an inconspicuous interracial couple, and during operations get to know each other intimately in this rather intelligent and humorous romantic action thriller... (Prime Amazon)
- StarsLawrence WrightRichard LinklaterAlex StapletonTales of Texas told through the lenses of three directors, chronicling the state's past, present and future.So far seen the Linklater episode and how he related to the past memories of his hometown, but what an eyeopener once he digs deep into the Texas prison system... (Foxtel / HBO MAX)
- CreatorCarlo BernardIngrid EscajedaDoug MiroStarsSofía VergaraAlberto GuerraJuliana Aidén MartinezFleeing from Medellín to Miami, Griselda Blanco creates one of the most ruthless cartels in history.Hard being a single mother with three boys and a career as a Miami drug lord Godmother, but the amazing Sofía Vergara pulls it off as Griselda, attempting to make it in a man's brutal 1970s underworld of drugs and death, when a woman's place was apparently meant to be in the kitchen or on her back... (Netflix)
- StarsCallum TurnerAnthony BoyleAustin ButlerDuring World War II, five miles above the ground and behind enemy lines, ten men inside an aluminum bomber known as a "Flying Fortress" battle antiaircraft fire and unrelenting flocks of German fighters.A must for the WWII buff with visual detailed descriptions of flight operations and amazing air dogfights (thanks to today's digital technology), and the characters grow on you slowly, where by episode 3 you are with them in that white-knuckling mission flights... (Apple+)
- CreatorWill TracyStarsKate WinsletMatthias SchoenaertsGuillaume GallienneKate Winslet stars in this limited series as the Chancellor of an unnamed Central European nation that is unraveling behind the palace walls.We are in good satirical hands with creator and writer Will Tracy (The Menu) - along with Stephen Frears at the helm, setting the tone for the first 2 episodes - and the cherry on top being Kate Winslet, leading the charge to what one hopes has got legs to carry it through for the rest of this series about a middle-European country under the rule of a neurotic shady chancellor and her brutish carer... (Binge Australia / HBO MAX)
- CreatorVictor LevinStarsDomhnall GleesonAndrea RiseboroughSunil PatelFollows the story of a 16-year relationship between two imperfect lovers and its highs and lows.It is the performances from the two leads that has won me over, and interested to see where this awkward ex-lovers friendship is heading... (Foxtel / CH4)
- DirectorBao NguyenStarsLionel RichieHarriet SternbergWendy ReesOn January 25th 1985, dozens of the era's most popular musicians gathered in Los Angeles to record a charity single for African famine relief. Setting egos aside, they collaborated on a song that would make history.The making of a charity pop song in the Eighties that brought together an array of music artists, with behind the scenes studio footage which really made this documentary... (Netflix)
- CreatorSeth MacFarlaneStarsSeth MacFarlaneMax BurkholderAlanna UbachIt's 1993, and Ted the bear's moment of fame has passed. He's living back home with his best friend, John Bennett, and his family. While Ted may be a lousy influence on John, he's a loyal pal who will go out on a limb for friendship.MacFarlane uses all the yesteryear sit-com ingredients but with modern sensibilities to perfection in this crude funny series about a talking toy bear and his human pal that improves and gets deep with each episode... (Peacock/Foxtel)
- CreatorDon McKellarPark Chan-wookStarsHoa XuandeRobert Downey Jr.Toan LeNear the end of the Vietnam War, a plant who was embedded in the South Vietnam army flees to the United States and takes up residence in a refugee community where he continues to secretly spy and report back to the Viet Cong.A fascinating angle to the Vietnam War (or as the Vietnamese call it - The American War), with the first episode setting up what seems to be an intriguing and emotional political ride of this shameful period in US history, and second episode lands in the good old USA where it turns to dark humor, with Downey taking on multiple roles... (Foxtel / HBO MAX)
- DirectorMarcus RaboyStarsKevin HartWayne BrownDave BurdThe comedy world gathers to celebrate, and roast, Kevin Hart, as he accepts the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.Tribute to a modern comedic genius who has done more behind the scenes than in front of house... (Netflix)
- CreatorBlake CrouchStarsJoel EdgertonJennifer ConnellyOakes FegleyA man is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could've lived, he embarks on a harrowing journey to get back to his true family and save them from a most terrifying foe: himself.A decent page-turning sci-fi thriller of parallel living and the moral dilemma that is… (Apple+)
- StarsRyan ReynoldsRob McElhenneyWrexham A.F.C.Docuseries chronicling the purchase and stewardship of Wrexham AFC, one of professional football's oldest clubs, by two Hollywood actors, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.Season 3. More of the same, but this time the stakes are higher as the team enters a new challenging competition... (Disney+ / FX / Hulu)
- CreatorSteven KnightStarsElisabeth MossYumna MarwanDali BenssalahFollows the relationship between two women playing a deadly game of truth and lies. One woman has a secret, and the other has a mission to reveal it before thousands of lives are lost.The versatile pen of maverick, Steven Knight, takes another dark journey, this time in the conflicted Middle Eastern region, as two women play a dangerous mind game. Perfect teaming of Moss and Marwan has you intrigued only after the first two episodes... (Disney+ / STAR)
- StarsEwan McGregorDaniel CerqueiraJohnny HarrisA Russian aristocrat is spared from death and placed on house arrest while the Bolshevik Revolution plays out before him.Was not totally convinced with the book to screen transformation, but really kicks in by episode 3 that sets the dark tone to this political drama. Mostly enjoying the friendship between protagonist and child, plus the hidden world within the heritage hotel, but most of all the politics of the time, and how a former aristocrat copes with the new world order. So I’m keeping this on my weekly viewing list to see where it is all heading… (Paramount+)
- CreatorSally WainwrightStarsLouisa HarlandFrank DillaneAlice KremelbergA quick-witted and courageous young woman framed for murder unexpectedly becomes the most notorious outlaw in 18th-century England. When a magical spirit called Billy appears, Nell realises her destiny is bigger than she ever imagined.Entertaining approach to a superhero kind of story set in old England times, and the best antagonist to get the blood boiling and give our protagonist a good reason to battle evil with help from a cheeky fairy of some sort… (Disney+)
- CreatorRanada ShepardStarsJay PharoahMarsai MartinGerald 'Slink' JohnsonThe Evans family must manage the challenges of contemporary life, like social issues.Improves with each episode as it gets zanier and damn funny, playing on cliches and other issues that really takes the mickey out of everyone in a fun loving way, including the viewer... (Netflix)
- DirectorNeal BrennanStarsNeal BrennanAfter exploring his mental health struggles in previous specials, comedian Neal Brennan looks at the "upside" of bad mental health.Brennan is out of the woods and full steam ahead as he goes up a gear... (Netflix)
- DirectorJohn RidleyStarsRegina KingLance ReddickTerrence HowardShirley Chisholm makes a trailblazing run for the 1972 Democratic presidential nomination after becoming the first Black woman elected to Congress.US politics of the late Sixties came into a new era with Shirley Chisholm as the first colored woman in congress, but when running for the 1972 presidency it was a whole new battle, even against her own culture, only because she was a woman that no one took seriously as a future fearless leader. Regina King excels as Shirley, and backed by an impressive cast... (Netflix)
- CreatorDavid BenioffD.B. WeissAlexander WooStarsJovan AdepoLiam CunninghamEiza GonzálezA fateful decision made in 1960s China reverberates in the present, where a group of scientists partner with a detective to confront an existential planetary threat.Keeping my mind busy with all that is occurring in this spectacular series as all the elements come together slowly - and intelligently - for the big bang surprise (maybe not in this season), but enough to stimulate the sensories... (Netflix)
- CreatorKatja JurasAnna Ströman LindblomStarsTobias SantelmannAlexandra RapaportArvin KananianWhen a police officer with a tablet addiction sees a dead boy, she questions her sanity, but she realizes that she is facing victims of unsolved crimes and that her past can help to catch a killer on the loose.A new entry into the rapidly vast growing genre of Nordic Noir, this one set in a quiant Swedish village where a troubled police officer has visions of dead people who come to her for their unsolved murders! A slow burner that is approached in a feature film style which is a creative plus as it leaves a tiny trail of breadcrumbs, enough to keep one watching in unraveling the murder mystery that will hook you in to the very end... (SBS on-demand)
- CreatorLisa TaddeoStarsShailene WoodleyBetty GilpinDeWanda WiseAn intimate, moving, uplifting portrait of real women reclaiming their lives for themselves.An open minded observation on three middle-USA women and their desires without inhibition is a fascinating watch, and the actors make it even more so intriguing... (Binge Australia / Showtime)
- StarsKentarô KumagaiSayaka SenbongiAsuna TomariCan sisters be reincarnated from dragon poop? Laios and his friends Marcille and Chilchuck delve into an endless dungeon in search of his fallen sister, fighting monsters, starvation, and corruption.This is wonderfully wacky as our heroes enter a multi-layered monster dungeon to save a friend in need, and to stay strong and fit along the journey, they must keep their bellies full with these amazing recipes of exotic plants and strange creatures... (Netflix)
- DirectorNatasha LyonneStarsJacqueline NovakComedian Jacqueline Novak delivers a funny and philosophical meditation on sex, coming-of-age and a certain body part in this intimate stand-up special.Hundred-mile-an-hour monologue from Novak who makes an art form on fellatio for the intellects, and owns every inch of it... (Netflix)
- CreatorD.C. MooreStarsJulianne MooreNicholas GalitzineTony CurranThe Countess of Buckingham who molded her son to seduce King James I and become his all-powerful lover, through intrigue, becoming richer, more titled and influential than England has ever seen.Julianne Moore is wickedly delicious as Mary Villiers, a somewhat noble mother of four who has her sights on rising above the ranks of nobility with the help of her son, George (cheeky performance from Nicholas Galitzine). Together they plot and weave their way through the depraved King Charles' court, that will fascinate those who seek not to judge, but watch in a perverse sense of wonderment how this all took place in the 17th century... (Binge Australia / STARZ)
- CreatorIgor GotesmanStarsPierre NineyGéraldine NakachePascal DemolonRaphaël Valande is shooting his first feature film to pay tribute to the heroic life of his resistant grandmother. The shooting gradually turns into a nightmare due to a member of the team who does everything to sabotage it.A French farce on the machinations of movie making, with a behind-the-scenes crew capturing first time director, Raphaël (Pierre Niney in top form), making a mess of it all in so many funny ways... (Netflix)
- StarsCharlotte HopeDonna Cormack-ThomsonSteven John WardBased on the book of the same name, CATCH ME A KILLER tells the harrowing story of former journalist-turned-psychologist MICKI PISTORIUS - South Africa's first serial killer profiler.South Africa's first serial killer profiler is kept on her toes, not only by the sadists, but by those in the law enforcement who didn’t believe in the method, and it is addictive and interesting viewing… (SBS on-demand)
- CreatorMonica BeletskyStarsTobias MenziesAnthony BoyleLovie SimoneThe aftermath of the first American presidential assassination and the fight to preserve and protect the ideals that were the foundation of Lincoln's Reconstruction plans.Good old fashion manhunt that also delves into the political upheaval of the time as the US comes into a supposedly new era that it never really seemed to achieve, even to this day... (Apple+)
- StarsJon Bon JoviDavid BryanTico TorresFollows the history of Bon Jovi, featuring personal videos, photos, and music that provide a look at Jon Bon Jovi's life and the band's journey from New Jersey clubs to global fame.Warts and all of the band, with the hard working Jon Bon Jovi opening up to the life that was... (Disney+ / Hulu)
- CreatorDave BoyleStarsKento KakuYôsuke EguchiTae KimuraThe Tawara family, the last shinobi clan. It had abandoned its roots after an incident in the past, but now the family must take on the greatest crisis in Japanese history, one that threatens to shake the nation to its core.Was expecting a silly old fashion ninja series but instead got an enjoyable thrilling story about a modern secret shinobi family who just want to lead a normal life after the death of their son in an undercover operation, but each member are lured back in order to save their country from evil-doers - and the fighting scenes are exceptional… (Netflix)
- DirectorKristian MercadoStarsTaylor TomlinsonTomlinson ponders achieving perfect work-love balance despite anxiety and insomnia, asking if one can really "have it all."Always funny in her own unique way with the best facial expressions, and the anxiety issues is one I can relate to… (Netflix)
- CreatorTodd A. KesslerStarsBen MendelsohnJuliette BinocheDavid KammenosExplores the rise of fashion designer Christian Dior, as he dethrones Coco Chanel and helps return spirit and life to the world with his iconic imprint of beauty and influence.At first I was distracted about the English language in a non-English country (Cristóbal Balenciaga series got it right), but soon got over it with the intriguing true story of world renown fashion designers attempting to survive in occupied Paris under the Nazi rule, and Ben Mendelsohn is stunning as Christian Dior… (Apple+)
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsKatt WilliamsA live-streamed stand-up comedy special from Katt Williams.Katt's WOKE FOKE is damn funny as he attempts to put into perspective the crazy wonderful times we live in, and tells it like it (almost) is... (Netflix)
- CreatorCharlie CovellIain WeatherbyStarsLindsay DuncanClarke PetersPeter EganA group of old friends reunited at a funeral make a drunken pact. Rather than let each other suffer a slow and painful decline they would engineer a dignified death. But what starts out as a fanciful idea soon morphs into shocking reality.Enjoying the characters in this tight knit group of friends - and their shady past - as they make a bond with dire consequences… (Foxtel/Binge/Ch 4)
- CreatorAmy ChozickJulie PlecStarsMelissa BenoistCarla GuginoChristina ElmoreFour female journalists who follow the every move of a parade of flawed presidential candidates, finding friendship, love, and a scandal that could take down not just the presidency but our entire democracy along the way.The ghost of Hunter S. Thompson pops in occasionally for some words of wisdom, so it has my attention as this political satire (of some sort) gathers four women from diverse journalistic backgrounds for a bus tour on the democratic primaries, where the dirty silly games of getting that story at all costs will have one amused… (Foxtel / Binge Australia / HBO MAX)
- DirectorMichael D. RatnerStarsThe Kid LaroiDevin AlexanderLil BibbyA moment in time for musician The Kid Laroi as he enters adulthood, navigating fame, mental health struggles, first love, and the death of his mentor Juice WRLD.At first it seemed to be a glorified documentary about the new sensation in music, but it then delves deeper into this very young artist attempting to make sense of his rapid success as the world spins frantically around his creative orbit of life… (Prime Amazon)
- DirectorStephanie AllynneStarsTig NotaroNotaro faces absurdities, from hallucinatory texts to a surreal Hollywood meeting. Her life provides fodder for standup routines, including a late night encounter with a mustachioed fireman that makes her rethink things.Clever comedic storyteller with a twist of the absurdist thrown in for good measure... (Prime Amazon)
- CreatorHeidi Cole McAdamsMike WeissStarsViolett BeaneLauren PattenAngela ZhouDetective Rufus Cotesworth and his protégé, Imogene, dig for the truth on a Mediterranean ocean liner where everyone is hiding something.Clever whodunit that veers in many teasing directions, keeping your puzzled mind active via a creative structured story and cinematic gimmicks, as long as you don't mind the cliche characters normally found in these sort of amusing crime solving thrillers... (Disney+/STAR)
- StarsDetroit Youth ChoirA teacher, mentor and father figure in the heart of Detroit, Anthony has impacted and empowered more than 1000 kids through music for over two decades. His efforts captivated America in the rise to the finale of "America's Got Talent".Uplifting doco-series where music brings a community of children together under the guidance of their passionate fearless leader, with Carnegie Hall concert the pivotal moment that takes it to another level... (Disney+)
- DirectorJimmy CarrBrian KleinStarsJimmy CarrAn iconic comedian tackles controversial issues such as gun control, religion, cancellation culture and consent through provocative humor.Carr once again challenges the moral compass, and makes you laugh along the way... (Netflix)
- CreatorAmaya MuruzábalStarsVicky LuengoHovik KeuchkerianCelia FreijeiroA gifted woman's intellect brings chance to lead covert European police force. But it backfires, costing her everything. Following murder at her home and kidnapped heiress, her ex-supervisor enlists a policeman's aid to reinstate her.An intriguing premise that entices you with its many mysterious moments, and characters that have your attention, but slowly slips into a conventional police story, still maintaining the gritty dark side... (Prime Amazon)
- DirectorLaura ChinnStarsNico ParkerLaura LinneyWoody HarrelsonWhile caring for her brother along with her audacious mother, a teenager strikes up a friendship with an eccentric activist who is protesting one of the most landmark medical cases of all time.Sensitive observation of a teenager dealing with heavy issues, but still attempting to live a normal life by trying to fit into some form of normality with new found friends and words of wisdom from an elderly protestor (Woody at it again!)... (Disney+/Hulu)
- CreatorMatt CameronJason StephensStarsRichard RoxburghRebecca GibneyEwen LeslieSet in the inner sanctum of an evangelical megachurch run by the wealthy Quinn family, when their charismatic founder announces a US expansion, the collision between faith and ambition threatens to tear his family and church apart.Roxburgh as the manic preacher and Gibney as the partner in crime make this a riveting series that takes a swipe at corporate religion and the politics that tango with the beast, including family squabbles and other catastrophes aided by greed. Also very close to the real story of a certain money-grubbing church in Sydney, Australia.. (Stan Australia / Lion Gate)
- CreatorKenneth BillerNoah PinkSuzan-Lori ParksStarsSamantha ColleySeth GabelAntonio BanderasThe life stories of history's greatest minds, from their days as young adults to their final years: their discoveries, loves, relationships, causes, flaws, and genius.Season 4. The real drama kicks in by episode 2 after the initial backstory in episode 1 that felt like a classroom history lesson, but it does leave you with wanting more on these two great icons... (Disney+/ National geographic)
- StarsTom BradyKevin HartJeffrey RossTom Brady faces the heat in this livestreamed, star-studded roast hosted by Kevin Hart.Sports legend, Tom Brady, gets roasted severely and takes it sweetly on his cute dimple chin... (Netflix)
- CreatorMichael CaleoStarsJames McArdleEmun ElliottSarah GreeneWith their reputation growing across London, thieves Gal and Don are recruited by renowned criminal boss Teddy Bass for a high-stakes job. But as they continue to rise in the criminal world, they find their lives changed forever.This prequel to the movie may not be your cup of tea if violence and psychopathic characters don't interest you, but it does make you an anxious viewer as you observe Gal and Don climbing the London gangster social scene... (Paramount+)
- DirectorDan LevyStarsDan LevyRuth NeggaHimesh PatelWhen his husband unexpectedly dies, Marc's world shatters, sending him and his two best friends on a soul-searching trip to Paris that reveals some hard truths they each needed to face.Levy creates a heartfelt journey of friendship and forgiveness during the process of grieving... (Netflix)
- DirectorJohn L. SpencerStarsRicky GervaisA stand-up show that touches on topics such as artificial intelligence, political correctness, family weddings, funerals, and the end of humanity.Gervais - the provocateur - has you on edge with some uncomfortable laughter, but overall entertains with a few valid points on humanity's silly destructive behavior to the beauty surrounding them... (Netflix)
- CreatorJaffe CohenRyan MurphyMichael ZamStarsJessica LangeAlison WrightNaomi WattsAn anthology series centering on famous feuds, including Bette Davis and Joan Crawford, and Truman Capote and the New York elite.Season 2. Gus van Sant’s involvement gives this series its edge, and really kicks in by episode 3 as Truman Capote meets his match in the prestige New York elite women who give him a run for his money in a feud to end all feuds... (Binge Australia / FX)
- DirectorScott GawlikStarsDave AttellThe old man's back - out of the clubs, onto the screen, comedian Dave Attell brings it hard in this rapid-fire, no-holds-barred performance.Classic stand-up as Attell comes out firing in all direction… (Netflix)
- CreatorBrandon GardnerMike JudgeZach WoodsStarsZach WoodsCaitlin ReillyCarl TartLauren Caspian is the host of In the Know, public radio's third most popular interview program. He's a well-meaning, hypocritical nimrod. He's also a stop motion puppet.An ezy-binge series where Zach Woods brings public broadcaster Lauren Caspian to life in stop-motion form, interviewing well known real humans in the most awkward cringe worthy situations that is an absolute hoot, and everything that happens in between with the wonderful cliche staff of has beens is a bonus... (Peacock / Binge Australia)
- StarsJohn MulaneyRichard KindRajat SureshJohn Mulaney, a comedian, explores Los Angeles during a week when many comedians are in town, captured in six live shows.Early days yet, but what a glorious mess from this ridiculous fun show... (Netflix)
- DirectorChris HoweStarsJack WhitehallJack Whitehall takes the stage at London's O2 Arena to riff on dogs, drinking, dining alone, and finally deciding to settle down and become a father.A great performer where you laugh at the most silliest situations... (Netflix)
- DirectorManuel RomoStarsJ.A. BayonaRoberto CanessaCarlitos PaezAn in-depth look at the creative process behind Society of the Snow (2023), featuring cast, crew, director J.A. Bayona and even real-life survivors.Unfortunately not as in-depth as I would like it to have been, but still an interesting insight to the difficulties of filming this epic, and having the actual survivors involved in the project made it extra special... (Netflix)
- CreatorPaul RutmanStarsPeter CapaldiCush JumboAysha KalaFollows two brilliant detectives in a tug of war over a historic murder conviction and the quest to find common ground in a polarized Britain.At least this crime drama has a gritty edge that deals with London's social warfare, and the Brits know how to give good drama... (Apple+)
- CreatorGuy RitchieStarsTheo JamesKaya ScodelarioDaniel IngsWhen aristocratic Eddie inherits the family estate, he discovers that it's home to a huge weed empire, and its proprietors aren't going anywhere.Fans of Guy Ritchie will not be disappointed, as he takes on the long form of storytelling into an absurd journey, whereas I prefer the snappier Guy... (Netflix)
- DirectorMatthew VaughnStarsHenry CavillBryce Dallas HowardSam RockwellA reclusive author who writes espionage novels about a secret agent and a global spy syndicate realizes the plot of the new book she's writing starts to mirror real-world events, in real time.Preposterous! But what silly fun to be had, with Sam Rockwell cast perfectly as the unassuming heroic spy, Henry Cavill hamming it up with such delight, and BDH enjoying every bit of it… (Apple+)
- CreatorAlbert KimStarsGordon CormierKiawentiioIan OusleyA young boy known as the Avatar must master the four elemental powers to save the world, and fight against an enemy bent on stopping him.Airbender gets the live action treatment courtesy of Netflix’s extravagant budget that translate to high production value, stunning scenery and amazing effects. Not sure if the fans of the animation series will be content, but still entertaining fun… (Netflix)