This week’s picks include a range of exciting new releases, from the second season of the Marvel animated series X-Men ’97 to the films Project Hail Mary and How to Make a Killing, as well as the second season of the comedy series Deli Boys. X-Men ’97 continues its fidelity to its namesake, introducing high-octane action and soap opera elements to a new generation of fans, while Project Hail Mary is a sci-fi film starring Ryan Gosling that has become a favorite of the year. How to Make a Killing is a light thriller with a morally complicated plot, and Deli Boys is a crime comedy series that follows two fumbling newcomers to gangster-dom.
This Week’s Picks
The second season of X-Men ’97 is now available on Disney+, with the first three episodes focusing on a specific set of mutants coping with the X-Men becoming unstuck in time. The series features a talented voice cast, including Ray Chase, Jennifer Hale, and Alison Sealy-Smith.
Project Hail Mary is currently streaming on MGM+ and will be available on Prime Video starting July 3rd. The film is directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, and Lionel Boyce. It has been praised for its blend of science, action, and heart.
Deli Boys is a crime comedy series that premiered on Hulu and follows two fumbling newcomers to gangster-dom. The show features a talented cast, including Asif Ali, Saagar Shaikh, and Poorna Jagannathan. The second season introduces Fred Armisen as a ruthless casino owner/money launderer.
How to Make a Killing is a light thriller directed by John Patton Ford and starring Glen Powell, <strongmargaret Qualley, and Jessica Henwick. The film is available on HBO Max and has been praised for its morally complicated plot and strong performances.
Blast From the Past
This week’s blast from the past is the 1995 film Apollo 13, directed by Ron Howard and starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, and Bill Paxton. The film tells the true story of the Apollo 13 mission and its heroic recovery from a potentially disastrous accident. It is currently streaming on Netflix and AMC+.
A Special Guest Recommends!
This week’s special guest is Tom Everett Scott, star of the Prime Video series Elle. Scott recommends the British mystery series Midsomer Murders, which premiered in 1998 and has become a beloved favorite among fans of the genre. The show is available on Acorn TV, The Roku Channel, Tubi, Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Prime Video.
One Last One Before Bed
For a quick watch before bed, check out the indie short film Serious Matters In The Middle Of The Night, directed by Josh Copeland and starring Brittany Carlton and Thashana McQuiston. The film is available on YouTube and runs just 15 minutes. It imagines a not-too-distant future where a rideshare driver traffics electronic empathy drugs to her passengers, leading to a thought-provoking exploration of faith and technology.
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