Movies

Enthusiasts of period dramas simply cannot miss this brilliant collection of ITV films currently available for streaming, this comes as after viewers have raved about a perfect 10/10 historical series and a "superbly filmed BBC production, reports the Mirror.This cinematic saga boasts a devoted following, with supporters previously singing its praises across IMDb.One viewer headlined their perfect 10/10 critique: "One of the all time great seafaring adventures!"The reviewer continued: "It ranks up there with the original Mutiny on the Bounty,The Sea Hawk and Master And Commander as one of the greatest of its kind."Another fan declared in their flawless 10/10 assessment: "This is one of the most realistic historical dramas out there.""Everything in Hornblower is played to perfection, fro...

Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights is one of the most haunting works of 19th-century literature, a Gothic tale of doomed love, obsession and generational trauma.But a new big-screen version of the novel has sparked uproar before it’s even reached cinemas, with fans taking to social media to voice anger at Emerald Fennell’s upcoming interpretation.The Oscar-winning director, best known for Saltburn and Promising Young Woman, has cast Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi in the lead roles of Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff. Billed as a lavish, sensual retelling and due to arrive in cinemas on Valentine’s Day 2026, the film is already proving divisive among Brontë purists.On X (formerly Twitter), passionate readers have been vocal about their disappointment at what they perceive as a betrayal of...

Yellowstone star Hassie Harrison’s new thriller that’s been described as a blend of some of the best horror movies of all time is now available to stream.Dangerous Animals was released earlier this year and stars Harrison, who portrays Laramie in the hit Paramount Network Western series, as an American surfer named Zephyr who’s exploring the Gold Coast of Australia.After a one-night stand with a real estate agent, she’s abducted by the psychopathic Tucker (played by Jai Courtney), who routinely kidnaps tourists and feeds them to sharks.Miles out to see, Zephyr is forced to think on her feet and make some impossible decisions to ensure her safety.While shark films have remained a horror staple for decades, many fans have already been pleasantly surprised by this grisly and thrilling twis...

Fans are hailing a 1986 coming of age tale as one of the best films and Stephen King adaptations of all time, calling it "masterful". Stand by Me is based on King's novella The Body, which follows four boys who try to find a missing local kid who's presumed dead.Gordie Lachance (Wil Wheaton), Chris Chambers (River Phoenix), Teddy Duchamp (Corey Feldman), and Vern Tessio (Jerry O'Connell) live in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Oregon. The film is told through the perspective of the adult Gordie (narrated by Richard Dreyfuss), and tackles childhood friendship, grief, and the emotional complexities of growing up. Stand by Me was a box office success when it was released nearly 40 years ago, and it still has fans to this day.One person wrote on Rotten Tomatoes: "One of the best movies o...

Directed by David Lean from a screenplay by Noël Coward, based on his 1936 one-act play Still Life, Brief Encounter is considered one of the greatest films of all time.The 1945 romantic drama starring Celia Johnson (who was Oscar-nominated for her role) and Trevor Howard was ranked second in the BFI’s 1999 ranking of best British films.Meanwhile, in 2017 Time Out polled 150 actors, writers, producers and directors who voted the film the 12th greatest British movie ever.The 87 minute picture follows an extramarital relationship during a chance “brief encounter” at a railway station shortly before World War II.The film holds an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 93 per cent positive reviews.Brief Encounter’s Critics Consensus reads: “Brief Encounter adds a small but valuable gem to the L...

Amazon Prime Video has just added an overlooked mystery thriller that some fans have called "surprisingly good". A slew of titles get added to Amazon Prime every week for UK subscribers, from Hollywood blockbusters to classic war movies to highly-rated drama series. One of the streaming service's latest additions is a mystery thriller that some were surprised to enjoy, describing the "unexpected twist" that is a staple of any decent mystery flick.Among the new titles on Amazon Prime Video this week is Strange But True, a thriller released in 2019. The film flew largely under the radar when it was first released, even though it features a slew of familiar faces, including Nick Robinson, Margaret Qualley, Greg Kinnear, and Brian Cox. The film has mixed reviews, but some fans have praised ...

KPop Demon Hunters, the film that has children and adults alike singing along, has taken the world by storm since its release in late August. The animated feature has been viewed over 291 million times on Netflix, making it the platform's most-watched film ever.Its compelling storyline, engaging characters, and catchy tunes have won the hearts of viewers worldwide.The plot follows Korean pop sensations Rumi, Mira, and Zoey who, when they're not filling stadiums with adoring fans, moonlight as demon hunters to protect their followers from supernatural threats. Their biggest challenge yet comes in the form of a rival boy band - who are actually demons in disguise.While primarily targeted at children, the film has also captivated a significant adult audience, with some even hailing it as t...

The third and final Downton Abbey movie arrives in cinemas today, concluding the period drama’s storyline from 1912-1930.Although the ending is open-ended and leaves the chance of a soft reboot in the future, The Grand Finale concludes with Lord and Lady Grantham moving out of the stately home into the Dower House.This is the downsized property previously occupied by the late Lady Violet Crawley, who died in the second movie.Lady Mary is now in charge of the Downton estate with George as her heir, and the 1930s looming.In one of the final scenes, Michelle Dockery’s character looks around the Main Hall and has flashback memories from the TV series era of 2010-2015.Flashback footage (not the actual actors returning to playing the characters) of Dan Stevens’ Matthew kissing Mary is depicte...

Two years ago, The Super Mario Bros Movie dominated the box office, raking in over $1.3 billion.The CG-animated Nintendo adventure starring Chris Pratt as the Italian plumber and Jack Black as Bowser has a long-awaited sequel, arriving in cinemas next year.Originally rumoured to be called Super Mario World, the actual title has today been revealed in the first-look teaser trailer for what is Super Mario Bros Movie 2.Opening with Mario sleeping under a tree, the camera zooms through the Mushroom Kingdom before lifting off up into outer space.The title of the long-awaited Nintendo sequel is then unveiled as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, with the video game’s iconic theme playing and a Luma star appearing.The new film, which features a returning all-star voice cast, will presumably see the...

A little detail spotted in The Godfather has left fans thrilled, but you won't spot it on a first watch.The Hollywood classic featured Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. Both men offered up all-time great performances under director Francis Ford Coppola's watch, and a little detail has thrilled viewers.Eagle-eyed viewers may notice the subtle change in the film, which has Pacino offer an acting masterclass.Fans of the film took to the r/Godfather Reddit page and shared their thoughts on the little detail which may make it a completely different watch.The fan wrote: "I was rewatching The Godfather, and got to the part where Michael visits his father in the hospital. I keep forgetting this little touch, and I love seeing it anew every time."Michael is worried about his father's safety after the...