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Long Gone Heroes

September 22, 2024

LONG GONE HEROES is a 2024 war drama thriller film directed by John Swab (One Day as a Lion, Ida Red), from a screenplay he co-wrote with Santiago Manes Moreno.

Gunner, a special forces soldier who has witnessed the darkest side of country and combat, is forced back into the field of battle to save his niece, who is being held in South America. As the fight intensifies, Gunner and his team discover that her disappearance is part of a corrupt private operation that hits way too close to home.

The cast includes Frank Grillo, Josh Hutcherson, Eden Brolin, Mekhi Phifer, Melissa Leo, and Andy García.

LONG GONE HEROES is set to debut in select theaters and VOD September 20th, courtesy of Lionsgate. Watch the official trailer below.

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Transformers One

September 15, 2024

TRANSFORMERS ONE is a 2024 animated science fiction film based on Hasbro's Transformers toy line. Directed by Josh Cooley and written by Andrew Barrer, Gabriel Ferrari and Bobby Rubio, the ensemble voice cast includes Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Jon Hamm, Laurence Fishburne, and Steve Buscemi. The film is described as an "origin story" set on the planet Cybertron and will center on the relationship between Optimus Prime and Megatron.

The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever.

TRANSFORMERS ONE is set to debut in theaters September 20th, courtesy Paramount Pictures. Watch the official trailers below.

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Never Let Go

September 15, 2024

NEVER LET GO is a 2024 survival horror thriller film directed by Alexandre Aja (The Hills Have Eyes, The Other Side of the Door) from a screenplay by Kevin Coughlin and Ryan Grassby.

A family consisting of a mother and her twin sons has suffered from the torment of a malicious spirit for many years. However, when one of the boys starts to doubt the existence of the evil, the family's sacred bond is broken, leading to a dangerous fight for survival.

The cast includes Halle Berry, Percy Daggs IV, and Anthony B. Jenkins.

NEVER LET GO is set to debut in theaters September 20th, courtesy of Lionsgate. Watch the official trailers below.

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The Penguin

September 15, 2024

The Penguin is a 2024 television limited series created by Lauren LeFranc for the streaming service Max. Based on the DC Comics character Penguin, it is a spin-off from the film The Batman (2022) that explores the Penguin's rise to power in Gotham City's criminal underworld. The series is produced by 6th & Idaho, DC Studios, and Dylan Clark Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television, with LeFranc serving as showrunner.

Colin Farrell stars as the Penguin, reprising his role from The Batman, alongside Cristin Milioti (The Wolf of Wall Street, Palm Springs). Development was underway by September 2021, with LeFranc attached as writer and Farrell soon set to reprise his role. HBO Max ordered the series shortly after the film's March 2022 release, and Craig Zobel (The Hunt) joined to direct the first three episodes in October. Filming began in March 2023 in New York before it was suspended in June due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike.

The Penguin is scheduled to be released on Max September 19th and will consist of eight episodes. Watch the official trailers below.

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American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez

September 15, 2024

AMERICAN SPORTS STORY: AARON HERNANDEZ is a 2024 biographical crime drama series based on the podcast Gladiator: Aaron Hernandez and Football Inc. from The Boston Globe and Wondery. The 10-episode limited series charts the rise and fall of NFL superstar Aaron Hernandez and explores the disparate strands of his identity, his family, his career, his suicide and their legacy in sports and American culture.

Actor Josh Rivera, who previously starred in West Side Story (2021) and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023), takes on the role of Aaron Hernandez.

AMERICAN SPORTS STORY: AARON HERNANDEZ is set to debut September 17th on FX, and streaming on Hulu. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Substance

September 15, 2024

THE SUBSTANCE is a 2024 body horror film written and directed by Coralie Fargeat (Revenge). The film premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival on May 19th, 2024, and was selected to compete for the Palme d'Or in its main competition section, where Fargeat won the Best Screenplay award.

Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), renowned for an aerobics show, faces a devastating blow on her 50th birthday as her boss fires her. Amid her distress, a laboratory offers her a substance which promises to transform her into an enhanced version of herself.

The cast includes Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, Hugo Diego Garcia, Phillip Schurer, Joseph Balderrama, and Robin Greer.

THE SUBSTANCE is set to debut in theaters September 20th, courtesy of Mubi. Watch the official trailer below.

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Speak No Evil

September 8, 2024

SPEAK NO EVIL is a 2024 psychological horror thriller film written and directed by James Watkins (Eden Lake, The Woman in Black), and is a remake of the 2022 Danish film of the same name. Jason Blum serves as a producer through his Blumhouse Productions banner.

When an American family is invited to spend the weekend at the idyllic country estate of a charming British family they befriended on vacation, what begins as a dream holiday soon warps into a snarled psychological nightmare.

The cast includes James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough, and Scoot McNairy.

SPEAK NO EVIL is set to debut in theaters September 13th, courtesy of Universal Pictures. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Killer's Game

September 8, 2024

THE KILLER’S GAME is a 2024 action comedy film directed by J. J. Perry and written by Rand Ravich and James Coyne, based on the 1997 novel of the same name by Jay Bonansinga. The film has been in various stages of development since back in the mid-90’s but is finally making it’s way to theaters.

A veteran assassin is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness and authorizes a kill on himself. After ordering the kill, an army of former colleagues pounce and a new piece of information comes to light. Insanity ensues.

The cast includes Dave Bautista, Sofia Boutella, Terry Crews, Pom Klementieff, Ben Kingsley, Scott Adkins, and Drew McIntyre.

THE KILLER’S GAME is set to debut in theaters September 13th, courtesy of Lionsgate. Watch the official trailer below.

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Tulsa King: Season 2

September 8, 2024

TULSA KING is a crime drama series from creator Taylor Sheridan, the creative mind behind recent hit shows like Yellowstone and Mayor of Kingstown. The series, which originally premiered in 2022 with the first season, is executive-produced by Sheridan, Terence Winter, Sylvester Stallone, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, and Allen Coulter.

Dwight and his crew continue to build up and defend their growing empire in Tulsa, but just as they get their bearings, they realize that they’re not the only ones who want to stake their claim. With looming threats from the Kansas City mob and a very powerful local businessman, Dwight struggles to keep his family and crew safe while keeping track of all his affairs. Plus, he still has unfinished business back in New York.

TULSA KING: SEASON 2 is set to debut September 15th on Paramount+. Watch the official trailer below.

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

September 1, 2024

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a 2024 fantasy comedy horror film directed by Oscar-nominated visionary Tim Burton, from a screenplay by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar (Wednesday), story by Gough and Millar and Seth Grahame-Smith (The LEGO® Batman Movie), based on characters created by Michael McDowell and Larry Wilson. The film is the follow-up to the 1988 genre-defining cult classic film that was really an artistic springboard for Burton who would go on to direct Batman (1988), Edward Scissorhands (1990), and Batman Returns (1992).

Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it's only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice's name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem.

Keaton returns to his iconic role alongside Oscar nominee Winona Ryder (Stranger Things, Little Women) as Lydia Deetz and two-time Emmy winner Catherine O’Hara (Schitt$ Creek, The Nightmare Before Christmas) as Delia Deetz, with new cast members Justin Theroux (Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi, The Leftovers), Monica Bellucci (Spectre, The Matrix films), Arthur Conti (House of the Dragon) in his feature film debut, with Emmy nominee Jenna Ortega (Wednesday, Scream VI) as Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, and Oscar nominee Willem Dafoe (Poor Things, At Eternity’s Gate).

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is set to debut in theaters and IMAX on September 6th, 2024, courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. Watch the official trailers below.

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The Front Room

September 1, 2024

THE FRONT ROOM is a 2024 psychological horror film written and directed by Max and Sam Eggers, otherwise known as the Eggers Brothers, in their feature film debut. The film is based on the 2016 short story of the same name by Susan Hill. Max and Sam have collaborated with their brother Robert Eggers, the talented director behind The Witch (our full review here), The Lighthouse, and The Northman. Max actually co-wrote the screenplay for The Lighthouse with Robert.

A young, newly pregnant couple is forced to take in an ailing stepmother who has long been estranged from the family.

The cast includes Brandy, Kathryn Hunter, Andrew Burnap, Neal Huff, and Toree Hill.

THE FRONT ROOM is set to debut in theaters September 6th, courtesy of A24. Watch the official trailers below.

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The Perfect Couple

September 1, 2024

THE PERFECT COUPLE is a 2024 Netflix Original mystery drama television series based on the 2018 novel of the same name by Elin Hilderbrand.

Amelia Sacks is about to marry into one of the wealthiest families on Nantucket. Her disapproving future mother-in-law, famous novelist Greer Garrison Winbury, has spared no expense in planning what promises to be the premiere wedding of the season - until a body turns up on the beach. As secrets come to light, the stage is set for a real-life investigation that feels plucked from the pages of one of Greer’s novels. Suddenly, everyone is a suspect.

The cast includes Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Meghann Fahy, Eve Hewson, Dakota Fanning, Ishaan Khattar, Billy Howle, and Jack Reynor.

THE PERFECT COUPLE is set to debut September 5th only on Netflix. Watch the official trailers below.

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Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist

September 1, 2024

FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST is a 2024 crime drama series based on the acclaimed iHeart true-crime podcast.

The infamous story of how an armed robbery on the night of Muhammad Ali’s historic 1970 comeback fight changed not only one man’s life but ultimately transformed Atlanta into the “Black Mecca.” When a hustler named Chicken Man (Kevin Hart) hosts an afterparty to celebrate the fight with a guest list of the country’s wealthiest, the night ends with the most brazen criminal underworld heist in Atlanta’s history. Suspected of masterminding the crime, Chicken Man is hellbent on clearing his name but must convince his old adversary, J.D. Hudson (Don Cheadle), one of the first Black detectives in the city’s desegregated police force, who is tasked with bringing those responsible to justice.

FIGHT NIGHT: THE MILLION DOLLAR HEIST is set to debut September 5th on Peacock. Watch the official trailer below.

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Rebel Ridge

September 1, 2024

REBEL RIDGE is a 2024 action thriller film written and directed by Jeremy Saulnier (Blue Ruin, Green Room). The project suffered significant delays due the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as casting issues including actor John Boyega backing out citing family reasons.

A former Marine grapples his way through a web of small-town corruption when an attempt to post bail for his cousin escalates into a violent standoff with the local police chief. He didn’t start this fight, but he will finish it.

The cast includes Aaron Pierre, Don Johnson, AnnaSophia Robb, David Denman, Emory Cohen, and Steve Zissis.

REBEL RIDGE is set to debut September 6th only on Netflix. Watch the official trailer below.

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Reagan

August 28, 2024

REAGAN is a 2024 biographical drama film directed by Sean McNamara and written by Howard Klausner and Jonas McCord, based on Paul Kengor's 2006 book The Crusader: Ronald Reagan and the Fall of Communism.

From the glitter of Hollywood to the world stage, Ronald Reagan overcomes the odds to become the 40th president of the United States.

The cast includes Dennis Quaid as Ronald Reagan. Penelope Ann Miller, Robert Davi, Lesley-Anne Down, and Jon Voight.

REAGAN is set to debut in theaters August 30th. Watch the official trailer below.

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AfrAId

August 25, 2024

AFRAID is a 2024 horror thriller film written and directed by Chris Weitz (The Creator). Jason Blum and Weitz produce through their Blumhouse Productions and Depth of Field banners, alongside Andrew Miano.

Curtis (John Cho) and his family are selected to test a revolutionary new home device: a digital family assistant called AIA. Taking smart home to the next level, once the unit and all its sensors and cameras are installed in their home, AIA seems able to do it all. She learns the family's behaviors and begins to anticipate their needs. And she can make sure nothing – and no one – gets in her family’s way.

The cast includes John Cho, Katherine Waterston, Havana Rose Liu, Lukita Maxwell, David Dastmalchian, and Keith Carradine.

AFRAID is set to debut in theaters August 30th, courtesy of Sony Pictures Releasing. Watch the official trailer below.

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You Gotta Believe

August 25, 2024

YOU GOTTA BELIEVE is a 2024 family sports film directed by Ty Roberts, from a screenplay he co-wrote with Lane Garrison.

Based on the inspiring true story: after dedicating the season to a teammate’s ailing father, a group of underdogs from Fort Worth, Texas, takes its Cinderella run all the way to a record-breaking showdown in the Little League World Series.

The cast includes Luke Wilson, Greg Kinnear, Sarah Gadon, Lew Temple, Michael Cash, Etienne Kellici, and Molly Parker.

YOU GOTTA BELIEVE is set to debut in theaters August 3oth, courtesy of Well Go USA Entertainment. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Deliverance

August 25, 2024

The Deliverance is a 2024 supernatural horror thriller film from director Lee Daniels (Precious, The Paperboy), from a screenplay he co-wrote with David Coggeshall and Elijah Bynum. The film is based on the actual events involving the Latoya Ammons family possession. In January 2022 Netflix won a bidding war over the film rights in a deal said to be worth upward of $65 million, a big number for the streaming giant.

A family living in a home in Indiana discover strange, demonic occurrences that convince them and the community that the house is a portal to hell.

The cast includes Andra Day, Glenn Close, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Mo’Nique, Caleb McLaughlin, Demi Singleton, Anthony B. Jenkins, Rob Morgan, and Omar Epps.

The Deliverance is set to debut August 30th only on Netflix. Watch the official trailer below.

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Only Murders in the Building: Season 4

August 25, 2024

ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING is a mystery comedy drama series created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman. Premiering with the first season in 2021, the series focuses on three strangers (Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez) with a shared interest in true crime podcasts who happen to live in the same building. The trio become friends while investigating a string of highly suspicious murders that take place in their affluent NYC Upper West Side apartment building.

In Season 4, Charles, Oliver and Mabel are whisked to Los Angeles where a legendary film studio intends to adapt their podcast; Hollywood's glitz is overshadowed by a stunning clue about Charles' stunt double and friend, Sazz Pataki.

ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING: SEASON 4 is set to debut August 27th only on Hulu. Watch the official trailers below.

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Strange Darling

August 25, 2024

Strange Darling is a 2023 horror thriller film written and directed by JT Mollner, from the producer of Barbarian & Late Night with the Devil. The film was shot entirely on 35mm film by director of photography actor Giovanni Ribisi.

Nothing is what it seems when a twisted one-night stand spirals into a serial killer’s vicious murder spree.

The cast includes Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Barbara Hershey, Ed Begley Jr., Giovanni Ribisi, Madisen Beaty, Bianca Santos, and Steven Michael Quezada.

Strange Darling is set to debut in select theaters August 23rd, courtesy of Magenta Light Studios. Watch the official trailer below.

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