Servant

Genre Drama | Horror | Thriller

Cast Toby Kebbell, Lauren Ambrose, Nell Tiger Free, S.J. Son

Rating Unrated

Series Premiere November 28th, 2019 (Apple TV+)

“A young and troubled couple replace their newborn baby with a creepy lifelike doll after the latter dies from health complications.”

An Apple TV+ original horror thriller series that tells the story of a young and troubled couple who replace their newborn baby with a creepy lifelike doll after the latter dies from health complications. Servant was created by British writer Tony Basgallop, who co-produces alongside M. Night Shyamalan. Shyamalan also directed Servant‘s pilot. The first installment of Servant’s 10-episode season hits Apple TV+ on November 28, 2019. Check out the official trailers below!!

Merry Happy Whatever

Genre Comedy

Cast Dennis Quaid, Bridgit Mendler, Ashley Tisdale, Brent Morin

Rating Unrated

Series Premiere November 28th, 2019 (Netflix)

“A strong-willed father navigates the stress of the holiday season when his daughter brings her new boyfriend home for Christmas.”

Merry Happy Whatever is a new comedy series that tells the story of a strong-willed patriarch who must balance the demands of his complicated family with the stress of the Christmas season when his youngest daughter comes home for the holidays with a new boyfriend. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Merry Happy Whatever:

• Brent Morin and Bridgit Mendler also costarred together in the TV series Undateable

The Report

Director Scott Z. Burns

Genre Drama

Cast Adam Driver, Corey Stoll, Jon Hamm, Annette Benning

Rating R

Release Date November 29th, 2019 (Amazon Prime)

“Idealistic Senate staffer Daniel J. Jones, tasked by his boss to lead an investigation into the CIA’s post 9/11 Detention and Interrogation Program, uncovers shocking secrets.”

From writer and director Scott Z. Burns and producer Steven Soderbergh, The Report tells the story of idealistic Senate staffer Daniel J. Jones, tasked by his boss to lead an investigation into the CIA's post 9/11 Detention and Interrogation Program, uncovers shocking secrets.The film will have a limited theatrical release on November 15th and will be available to stream on Amazon Prime November 29th. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Film Facts, The Report:

• The film premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival and received a standing ovation for the real Daniel J. Jones, who was present at the showing. It was acquired by Amazon Studios two days later.

• The full title, including the redacted word on the poster is "The Torture Report"

Frozen II

Director Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee

Genre Animation | Adventure | Comedy

Cast Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad, Jonathan Groff

Rating PG

Release Date  November 22nd, 2019

“Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf are going far in the forest to know the truth about an ancient mystery of their kingdom.”

It’s here!!!! The sequel to the insanely successful Disney film Frozen, released 9 years ago, finally has an official trailer and a release date - check it out below and prepare to have the infamous song stuck in your head all over again!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Frozen II:

• Walt Disney Animation Studio's 58th film, and last film of the 2010s.

• The first theatrically released sequel to a Disney princess film.

Ford v Ferrari

Director James Mangold

Genre Action | Biography | Drama

Cast Matt Damon, Christian Bale, Caitriona Balfe, Jon Bernthal

Rating PG-13

Release Date November 15th, 2019

“Automobile magnates Henry Ford II and Lee Iacocca dispatch a team of engineers and designers to build a car to race against the Ferrari at the 1966 Le Mans.”

From director James Mangold, the man who brought us 3:10 to Yuma, The Wolverine, and Logan, Ford v Ferrari tells the story of American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles as they battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford and challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Ford v Ferrari:

• Noah Jupe previously played Matt Damon's son in Suburbicon. They both co-star again in this film, though Jupe plays the son of Christian Bale.

• The film was formerly titled "Go Like Hell" and Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt were considered for the roles.

Noelle

Director Marc Lawrence

Genre Comedy | Family | Fantasy

Cast Anna Kendrick, Bill Hader, Billy Eichner, Shirley MacLaine

Rating G

Release Date November 12th, 2019 (Disney+)

“Santa’s daughter finds herself having to take over the family business.”

Written and directed by Marc Lawrence (Miss Congeniality, Music and Lyrics), Noelle is a family comedy that tells the story of Santa's daughter who finds herself having to take over the family business. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Noelle:

• The movie was originally named "Nicole" but as an attempt to ramp up the Christmas theme of the movie, it was changed to Noelle.

• Filming began in 2017 and the film was originally scheduled for a theatrical release. However, Disney decided to postpone the film and release along with the launch of their streaming platform Disney Plus, in order to give the platform more value.

The World According to Jeff Goldblum

Genre Documentary

Cast Jeff Goldblum

Rating Unrated

Series Premiere November 12th, 2019 (Disney+)

“Documentary series in which Goldblum pulls back the curtain on a seemingly familiar object to reveal a world of astonishing connections, fascinating science, and a whole lot of big ideas.”

The World According to Jeff Goldblum is a documentary series in which Goldblum pulls back the curtain on a seemingly familiar object to reveal a world of astonishing connections, fascinating science, and a whole lot of big ideas. Check out the official trailer for the Disney+ exclusive series below!!

Charlie's Angels

Director Elizabeth Banks

Genre Action | Adventure | Comedy

Cast Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott, Elizabeth Banks, Ella Balinska

Rating PG-13

Release Date November 15th, 2019

“When a systems engineer blows the whistle on a dangerous technology, Charlie’s Angels from across the globe are called into action, putting their lives on the line to protect society.”

From actress turned director Elizabeth Banks, Charlie's Angels is a reboot of the 2000 action comedy based on the 1970s television series and follows a new generation of private detectives working for the mysterious Charlie. When a young systems engineer blows the whistle on a dangerous technology, Charlie's Angels are called into action, putting their lives on the line to protect us all. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Charlie’s Angels:

• The movie features extensive use of guns and other explosive weaponry. This is a marked change from its two cinematic predecessors, in which star and producer Drew Barrymore insisted that the Angels use no guns at all and almost no weapons aside from their own martial arts skills.

• All of the primary cars seen in the movie are Audis, the result of a product-placement deal.

Lady and the Tramp

Director Charlie Bean

Genre Animation | Adventure | Comedy

Cast Tessa Thompson, Justin Theroux, Sam Elliott, Kiersey Clemons

Rating PG

Release Date November 12th, 2019 (Disney+)

“CGI and live-action re-imagining of the 1955 Disney classic.”

From director Charlie Bean (The Lego Ninjago Movie), Lady and the Tramp CGI and live-action re-imagining of the 1955 Disney classic which tells the story of a pampered cocker spaniel named Lady whose comfortable life slips away once her owners have a baby. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Film Facts, Lady and the Tramp:

• Si and Am, Aunt Sarah's the two Siamese cats that played minor antagonists in the 1955 original, have been confirmed not to appear in this version. Like many other Disney creations of the gold and silver era, Si and Am are now controversial for its stereotypical and racially offensive portrayal of Asian characters.

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Director Marielle Heller

Genre Biography | Drama

Cast Tom Hanks, Christine Lahti, Wendy Makkena, Matthew Rhys

Rating PG

Release Date November 22nd, 2019

“Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod.”

From director Marielle Heller (The Diary of a Teenage Girl, Can You Ever Forgive Me?), A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is a biography drama that tells the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. After a jaded magazine writer (Emmy winner Matthew Rhys) is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about empathy, kindness, and decency from America's most beloved neighbor. Check out the official trailers below!!

Ted Takes Film Facts, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood:

• Fred Rogers' widow, Joanne Rogers, has stated that Tom Hanks is the perfect actor to play her late husband.

• During the TIFF post-film panel, Tom Hanks mentions how he wishes he and his son (Colin) at 3 years old watched a half hour of Mr. Rogers a week so he could learn that it is okay to be sad. Hanks feels children don't learn the importance of expressing emotions from a young age and Mr. Rogers did an excellent job explaining this

The Mandalorian

Genre Action | Adventure | Fantasy

Cast Kyle Pacek, Pedro Pascal, Brendan Wayne, Emily Swallow

Rating TV-14

Season Premiere November 12th, 2019 (Disney+)

“The travails of a lone gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy, far from the authority of the New Republic.”

Created by accomplished director and actor Jon Favreau, The Mandalorian follows the travails of a lone gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy, far from the authority of the New Republic. After the stories of Jango and Boba Fett, another warrior emerges in the Star Wars universe. The Mandalorian is set after the fall of the Empire and before the emergence of the First Order. Check out the official trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, The Mandalorian:

• Set approximately five years after Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983).

• Bryce Dallas Howard is set to direct an episode. Her father, Ron Howard, directed Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018).

• Disney cancelled a planned Boba Fett solo film in favor of the series.

The Good Liar

Director Bill Condon

Genre Drama

Cast Hellen Mirren, Ian McKellen, Russell Tovey, Patrick Godfrey

Rating R

Release Date November 15th, 2019

“Career con artist Roy Courtnay can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish online. As Betty opens her home and life to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life.”

From director Bill Condon (Mr. Holmes), The Good Liar tells the story of career con artist Roy Courtnay who can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish online. As Betty opens her home and life to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, The Good Liar:

• Based on the novel from author Nicholas Searle.

• First feature film collaboration for British stage and screen legends Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen.

21 Bridges

Director Brian Kirk

Genre Crime | Drama | Thriller

Cast Chadwick Boseman, Taylor Kitsch, Sienna Miller, J.K. Simmons

Rating Unrated

Release Date November 22nd, 2019

“A disgraced detective in the NYPD is given a shot at redemption.”

From director Brian Kirk (Game of Thrones, Luther) and producers Anthony and Joe Russo (Avengers: Infinity War & Endgame), 21 Bridges is a crime drama that tells the story of a disgraced detective in the NYPD who is given a shot at redemption. Thrust into a citywide manhunt for a cop killer, he begins to undercover a massive conspiracy that links his fellow cops to a criminal empire and must decide who he is hunting and who is actually hunting him. Check out the official trailers below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, actor Chadwick Boseman:

• A graduate of both Howard University in Washington, DC and the British American Dramatic Academy at Oxford, England. Fellow actor Denzel Washington actually paid for Boseman’s Oxford University tuition.

Dark Waters

Director Todd Haynes

Genre Biography | Drama | History

Cast Mark Ruffalo, Anne Hathaway, Tim Robbins, Bill Pullman

Rating Unrated

Release Date November 22nd, 2019

“A corporate defense attorney takes on an environmental lawsuit against a chemical company that exposes a lengthy history of pollution.”

From director Todd Haynes (Carol, Wonderstruck), Dark Waters tells the story of a corporate defense attorney who takes on an environmental lawsuit against a chemical company that exposes a lengthy history of pollution. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Dark Waters:

• This is Mark Ruffolo's first DuPont film since Foxcatcher (2014).

Waves

Director Trey Edward Shults

Genre Drama | Romance

Cast Lucas Hedges, Taylor Russell, Sterling K. Brown, Kelvin Harrison Jr.

Rating R

Release Date November 15th, 2019

“Traces the journey of a suburban African-American family - led by a well-intentioned but domineering father - as they navigate love, forgiveness, and coming together in the aftermath of a loss.”

Written and directed by Trey Edward Shults (Krisha, It Comes at Night), Waves is a drama set against the vibrant landscape of South Florida, and featuring an astonishing ensemble of award-winning actors and breakouts alike, Waves traces the epic emotional journey of a suburban African-American family - led by a well-intentional but domineering father - as they navigate love, forgiveness and coming together in the aftermath of a loss.. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Waves:

• Trey Edward Shults's third consecutive collaboration with A24, following Krisha (2015) and It Comes at Night (2017).

• Lucas Hedges and Alexa Demie previously worked on Mid90's (2018) together.

The Knight Before Christmas

Director Monika Mitchell

Genre Comedy

Cast Vanessa Hudgens, Josh Whitehouse, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Harry Jarvis

Rating Unrated

Release Date November 21st, 2019 (Netflix)

“A medieval English knight is magically transported to the present day where he falls for a high school science teacher who is disillusioned by love.”

From director Monika Mitchell, The Knight Before Christmas is a Holiday themed romantic comedy that tells the story of a a medieval English knight who is magically transported to the present day where he falls for a high school science teacher who is disillusioned by love. Check out the official trailer below!!

Animal Among Us

Director John Woodruff

Genre Horror | Thriller

Cast Larisa Oleynik, Erin Daniels, Heather Tom, Christian Oliver

Rating Unrated

Release Date November 19th, 2019 (Limited & On-Demand)

“Fifteen years ago, two teenage girls were murdered at Merrymaker Campgrounds. The case was filed an animal attack, the camp was condemned and the killer never found - but something horrific still waits in those woods.”

From director John Woodruff, Animal Among Us is an old-school style horror thriller starring Larisa Oleynik (10 Things I Hate About You) and tells the of a horrific crime that took place fifteen years prior when two teenage girls were murdered at Merrymaker Campgrounds. The case was filed as n animal attack and the camp was condemned and the killer never found - but something horrific still waits in those woods. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, director John Woodruff:

• John Woodruff is an actor and producer, known for Animal Among Us (2019), Fear the Dead and Lockbox (2017).

Earthquake Bird

Director Wash Westmoreland

Genre Crime | Drama | Mystery

Cast Alicia Vikander, Riley Keough, Naoki Kobayashi, Jack Huston

Rating R

Release Date November 15th, 2019 (Netflix)

“A young woman living in Tokyo becomes the prime suspect in a horrific murder when her friend goes missing in the wake of a tumultuous love triangle.”

From director Wash Westmoreland (Still Alice, Colette), who also adapted the screenplay, and produced by Ridley Scott (Blade Runner, The Martian), Earthquake Bird is a crime drama that tells the story of a young woman living in Tokyo who becomes the prime suspect in a horrific murder when her friend goes missing in the wake of a tumultuous love triangle. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Earthquake Bird:

• Based on the novel of the same name from author Susanna Jones.

• Swedish actress Alicia Vikander, who aside from being super hot, is also an Oscar-winner from her performance in The Danish Girl (2015). We also share a birthday (October 3rd) which I’m pretty sure means we are destined to be soul mates. Don’t even get me started on her recent portrayal of my childhood video game love interest Lara Croft. I just need to rid her of that pesky actor Michael Fassbender, who she is currently married to.

The Devil Next Door

Genre Documentary

Cast John Demjanjuk

Rating Unrated

Series Premiere November 4th, 2019 (Netflix)

“A Cleveland grandfather is brought to trial in Israel, accused of being the infamous German death camp guard known as Ivan the Terrible.”

Line of Duty

Director Steven C. Miller

Genre Action | Thriller

Cast Aaron Eckhart, Dina Meyer, Giancarlo Esposito, Ben McKenzie

Rating R

Release Date  November 15th, 2019 (Limited)

“A disgraced cop finds himself in a race against time to find a kidnap victim whose abductor he accidentally killed.”

From director Steven C. Miller, Line of Duty is an action thriller that tells the story of a disgraced cop who finds himself in a race against time to find a kidnap victim whose abductor he accidentally killed. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, actor Aaron Eckhart:

• Appeared in The Dark Knight (2008) - the first film in the new Batman series to feature The Joker. Prior to that, he appeared in The Black Dahlia (2006), in which a major plot element is the film The Man Who Laughs (1928), which provided the inspiration for The Joker.