Mars Express
A private investigator and her android partner unravel a sprawling cybernetic mystery deep within the neon-lit underbelly of a Martian city.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
Lola
Two inventive sisters in the 1940s build a remarkable machine that intercepts radio and television broadcasts straight from the future.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
The Pod Generation
A tech-obsessed future couple navigates a wild and unconventional path to parenthood using shareable artificial wombs.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
All of You
A charming near-future romance questions whether a glossy technological soulmate test can truly override lifelong chemistry.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
Eternity
In a whimsical afterlife waiting room, a recently arrived woman must choose how she wants to spend forever between two different loves.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
The Night of Counting the Years
An isolated mountain clan hiding an illicit ancient tomb faces profound moral terror and internal division when the younger generation rebels against their ancestors' desecration, streaming internationally via platforms like MUBI.
movie · horror · thought-provoking · classic
Hyenas
An impoverished desert community slowly descends into moral decay and predatory cruelty when a wealthy visitor offers a fortune for a single murder, streaming globally on platforms like Kanopy.
movie · horror · thought-provoking · classic
Nneka the Pretty Serpent
A young orphan girl discovers her supernatural heritage tied to the Queen of the Coast in a gripping supernatural thriller streaming across international digital networks.
movie · horror · thought-provoking · classic
Living in Bondage
A desperate man enters into a Faustian pact involving ritual sacrifice for immense wealth, only to find himself haunted by ghostly consequences, available globally via streaming platforms like MUBI.
movie · horror · thought-provoking · classic
The Last Bolshevik
Journey across a changing continent through a fascinating historical examination of Eastern European art and survival.
documentary · classic · Prime Video
Flamenco
Experience the dazzling artistic flair and tragic vitality of a legendary Spanish flamenco master.
documentary · classic · Prime Video
Jacques Mayol, the Dolphin Man
Dive into the gripping and creative world of a renowned French underwater explorer mapping unseen depths.
documentary · classic · Prime Video
My Best Fiend
Witness the famously intense and volatile professional partnership between a legendary German director and actor.
documentary · classic · Prime Video
Night and Fog
Explore the haunting physical remnants of European concentration camps through a stark, poetic lens.
documentary · classic · Prime Video
Swan Song
Mahershala Ali navigates a poignant futuristic dilemma about protecting his family, streaming internationally on Apple TV+.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
Finch
Tom Hanks stars in a charming, heartwarming post-apocalyptic road trip across America alongside a robot and a dog, available globally on Apple TV+.
movie · sci-fi · feel-good · recent · Apple TV+
The Woman in White
A sharp-witted young artist stumbles into a web of identity theft, madness, and dark conspiracy at a remote English estate.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Disney+
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
A brilliant consulting detective and his trusted doctor solve baffling puzzles and chilling mysteries in Victorian London.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Disney+
The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries
A meticulous Scotland Yard investigator navigates high-stakes danger and lethal secrets in pre-war society.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Disney+
Maigret
A pragmatic Parisian inspector relies on quiet intuition and psychological insight to crack complex crimes.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Disney+
Agatha Christie's Poirot
An eccentric Belgian detective untangles elaborate deceptions and dark motives in classic period whodunits.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Disney+
Sweet Home
Trapped apartment residents fight for survival against grotesque and unpredictable transformed creatures.
series · action · netflix
D.P.
A gritty military pursuit unit tracks down army deserters while uncovering institutional corruption.
series · action · netflix
My Name
A grieving daughter masters lethal combat skills before infiltrating law enforcement to hunt her father's killers.
series · action · netflix
Black Doves
A relentless operative steps into a dangerous double life of government secrets and underworld hits.
series · action · netflix
Bloodhounds
Two dedicated fighters clash with elite underground leagues and predatory loan sharks in high-octane bouts.
series · action · netflix
Let's Have Kids!
Lifelong best friends make a simultaneous pregnancy pact that spirals into chaotic misadventures and tests their bond.
movie · Comedy · just out
Ran
An aging warlord decides to divide his kingdom among his three sons, only to face betrayal and chaos in this epic Japanese reimagining of Shakespeare's King Lear.
movie · historical · classic · Prime Video
El Norte
Brother and sister Rosa and Enrique flee Guatemala after their family is massacred, embarking on a perilous journey north through Mexico to the United States in search of a better life.
movie · historical · classic · Prime Video
Central Station
A jaded former teacher who writes letters for illiterates in Rio de Janeiro's Central Station forms an unlikely bond with a young boy orphaned by an accident, embarking on a journey to find his father.
movie · historical · classic · Prime Video
Like Water for Chocolate
A young woman in early 20th-century Mexico, forbidden to marry her beloved, pours her passion and sorrow into her cooking, with magical and unexpected results.
movie · historical · classic · Prime Video
The Official Story
During the final months of Argentina's military dictatorship in 1983, a high school teacher begins to uncover unsettling truths about her adopted daughter's origins.
movie · historical · classic · Prime Video
Ghosted
A lovable everyman falls for an enigmatic woman, only to discover she's a secret agent, leading them both on an international adventure to save the world.
movie · feel-good · just out · Apple TV+
The Family Plan
A former assassin living a quiet suburban life as a car salesman must take his unsuspecting family on an impromptu cross-country road trip when his secret past catches up to him.
movie · feel-good · just out · Apple TV+
Argylle
A reclusive author of spy novels finds her fictional stories mirroring the actions of a real-life spy syndicate, pulling her into a dangerous and thrilling adventure with a genuine secret agent.
movie · feel-good · just out · Apple TV+
The Instigators
A desperate father and an ex-con reluctantly team up for a robbery that goes wrong, plunging them into a wild chase across the city with a surprising ally in tow.
movie · feel-good · just out · Apple TV+
Wolfs
Two rival professional fixers, played by George Clooney and Brad Pitt, are unexpectedly forced to work together on the same high-profile crime, leading to a chaotic and comical night.
movie · feel-good · just out · Apple TV+
Warriors of Future
In a post-apocalyptic Hong Kong ravaged by pollution and a deadly alien plant, an elite military unit battles to save the city from total collapse, utilizing high-tech armor and weaponry. (Available to stream on Netflix, not directly on Max).
movie · sci-fi · epic · recent · Max
Concrete Utopia
Following a catastrophic earthquake that devastates Seoul, the residents of the sole surviving apartment building must band together to survive against the elements and desperate outsiders, testing the limits of human morality. (Available to stream on Netflix or Prime Video, not directly on Max).
movie · sci-fi · epic · recent · Max
Alienoid: Return to the Future
Ancient Taoists and modern-day characters clash as they race through time and space to obtain a divine blade, stop an alien invasion, and save humanity from imminent destruction in this epic conclusion. (Available to stream on Prime Video or Rakuten Viki, not directly on Max).
movie · sci-fi · epic · recent · Max
The Wandering Earth II
In this visually stunning prequel, humanity builds colossal engines to propel Earth out of a rapidly decaying solar system, facing monumental challenges and the emergence of advanced artificial intelligence. (Available to rent or buy digitally, or stream on services like Hi-YAH and Netflix, not directly on Max).
movie · sci-fi · epic · recent · Max
The Vory: Russia's Super Mafia
Delve into the secretive world of Russia's 'Thieves-in-Law' or 'Vory v Zakone,' tracing their origins from Soviet prison camps to a global organized crime network with its own brutal code.
documentary · crime · epic
The Meth King of Asia
This documentary traces the rise and fall of Tse Chi Lop, an unassuming family man who allegedly became the ruthless leader of Asia's most powerful crystal meth syndicate.
documentary · crime · epic
Burning Sun: Exposing the Secret K-Pop Chat Groups
Investigative journalists uncover a hidden world of illicit activities and secret chat groups involving prominent K-pop stars, revealing a dark side to the industry.
documentary · crime · epic
American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing
This multi-part series chronicles the exhaustive investigation and dramatic manhunt for the perpetrators of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing.
documentary · crime · epic
The Downfall of Japan's Underground Gangsters: The Yakuza
This documentary explores the historical role of the Yakuza in Japanese society and chronicles their struggle for survival as government crackdowns threaten their very existence.
documentary · crime · epic
Suburra: Blood on Rome
This Italian crime drama plunges into the dark underbelly of Rome, where a struggle for land in a coastal town intertwines politicians, the church, and local criminals.
series · action · netflix
The 8 Show
Eight desperate individuals are invited to a high-stakes reality game show where they earn money for every minute they stay in an isolated eight-story building, but every necessity costs 1,000 times its normal price.
series · action · netflix
Chloe
Obsessed with the seemingly perfect social media life of her estranged childhood friend, Becky assumes a new identity to infiltrate the friend's inner circle after her sudden death.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Prime Video
The Devil's Hour
A woman wakes every night at the same eerie time, plagued by terrifying visions, and finds her life inexplicably linked to a string of brutal murders.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Prime Video
Dead Ringers
Twin gynecologists push the boundaries of medical ethics and their own sanity in a modern reimagining of a classic psychosexual thriller.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Prime Video
Wilderness
A wife discovers her husband's infidelity and channels her heartbreak into a chilling plan of revenge during a picturesque American road trip.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Prime Video
Expats
Amidst the vibrant chaos of 2014 Hong Kong, the lives of three American women intersect after a sudden family tragedy, exploring themes of grief, privilege, and culpability.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Prime Video
Lightyear
A legendary space ranger is marooned on a hostile planet and must find a way back home with his commander and crew, embarking on an intergalactic adventure with plenty of unexpected humor.
movie · sci-fi · funny · recent · Disney+
Raya and the Last Dragon
A lone warrior must track down the legendary last dragon to unite her fractured people and save her world from an ancient evil, leading to a vibrant and funny adventure.
movie · sci-fi · funny · recent · Disney+
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne, along with their families, explore the Quantum Realm, encountering strange new creatures and facing off against the formidable Kang the Conqueror in a humorous yet perilous journey.
movie · sci-fi · funny · recent · Disney+
Hoppers
An animal-loving student uses advanced technology to transfer her consciousness into a robotic beaver in this Pixar sci-fi comedy that balances absurd physical humor with environmental themes.
movie · sci-fi · funny · recent · Disney+
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
The beloved band of misfits embark on a dangerous mission to save one of their own, confronting echoes of Rocket's turbulent past in a hilarious and heartfelt cosmic adventure.
movie · sci-fi · funny · recent · Disney+
The Parent Trap (1998)
Separated at birth, identical twins unexpectedly meet at summer camp and hatch a mischievous plan to reunite their long-divorced parents, leading to heartfelt and humorous romantic rekindling.
movie · romance · feel-good · Disney+
Lady and the Tramp (2019)
A pampered house dog named Lady finds herself on an unexpected adventure and falls for a charming, street-smart stray named Tramp in this live-action retelling of the beloved classic.
movie · romance · feel-good · Disney+
The Finest Hours
In this gripping true story, a Coast Guard crew attempts a daring rescue of sailors trapped on a sinking oil tanker during a fierce storm, interwoven with a compelling romance.
movie · romance · feel-good · Disney+
Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken
Based on a true story, a determined young woman pursues her dream of becoming a daredevil horse diver, finding love and overcoming challenges along the way.
movie · romance · feel-good · Disney+
Hidden Figures
This inspiring film tells the true story of three brilliant African-American women who were instrumental to NASA's early space missions, featuring a heartwarming romance amidst their groundbreaking work.
movie · romance · feel-good · Disney+
Woodstock 99: Peace, Love, and Rage
Examine the chaotic and often destructive events of the 1999 Woodstock festival, featuring candid interviews with attendees, organizers, and musicians who experienced the infamous gathering.
documentary · documentary · Max
The Way Down: God, Greed, and the Cult of Gwen Shamblin
Explore the rise and fall of Gwen Shamblin Lara, who founded a Christian diet program that evolved into a controversial church, as told through the accounts of former members and investigative insights.
documentary · documentary · Max
Small Town News: Kpvm Pahrump
This six-part series offers a humorous and insightful look into the daily lives and quirky dynamics of the staff running a small, privately owned television station in rural Nevada.
documentary · documentary · Max
The Anarchists
Over six years, this docuseries chronicles an intriguing anarchist movement in Acapulco that leads to a complex and ultimately deadly series of events for its diverse participants.
documentary · documentary · Max
The Synanon Fix: Did the Cure Become a Cult?
This docuseries explores the captivating and controversial trajectory of Synanon, from its origins as an innovative drug rehabilitation program to its eventual descent into a notorious cult.
documentary · documentary · Max
Legends
Inspired by true events, this crime thriller follows a covert team of British customs investigators as they infiltrate dangerous drug gangs in the early 1990s.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Netflix
The Boroughs
In a seemingly peaceful retirement community, a group of unlikely heroes must unite to combat an otherworldly force attempting to steal their time.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Netflix
I Will Find You
A father, wrongly imprisoned for his son's murder, escapes to uncover the truth when new evidence suggests his child is still alive.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Netflix
Blood Sacrifice
A Nordic Noir thriller unfolds as a new case forces investigators into a dark and intricate mystery in a remote setting.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Netflix
Not a Stranger
A family's life is upended when a new nanny arrives, revealing a mysterious past connection to the father that spirals into a dangerous web of secrets.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Netflix
Samaritan
A young boy discovers that a legendary superhero, believed to be dead for decades, might still be alive and living secretly in his city.
movie · sci-fi · dark · recent · Prime Video
Awareness
A teenager with the ability to project illusions hides from an organization hunting people like him, while also dealing with a family secret.
movie · sci-fi · dark · recent · Prime Video
Companion
A weekend getaway turns terrifying when an AI companion exhibits increasingly disturbing behavior, forcing a man to confront the dark truths about her existence and his own manipulative nature.
movie · sci-fi · dark · recent · Prime Video
Mercy
In a near-future world, a medical doctor and his family find themselves in a desperate fight for survival when their lives are threatened by a sinister force in a hospital.
movie · sci-fi · dark · recent · Prime Video
Stand by Me
Four young friends embark on a poignant journey through the woods to find a missing body, learning about life, friendship, and loss in this coming-of-age tale based on a Stephen King novella.
movie · drama · feel-good · classic
The Color Purple
Adapted from Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, this powerful film chronicles the lifelong struggles and eventual triumph of a Black woman living in the early 20th-century American South.
movie · drama · feel-good · classic
Fried Green Tomatoes
An unhappy housewife finds inspiration and renewed purpose by listening to an elderly woman's tales of enduring friendship and hardship in the rural South, adapted from Fannie Flagg's novel.
movie · drama · feel-good · classic
Driving Miss Daisy
Based on the play by Alfred Uhry, this film follows the evolving, decades-long friendship between a spirited elderly Southern Jewish woman and her patient African American chauffeur.
movie · drama · feel-good · classic
To Kill a Mockingbird
In this adaptation of Harper Lee's novel, a lawyer in the Depression-era South defends a Black man falsely accused, teaching his children about justice and prejudice.
movie · drama · feel-good · classic
Whisper of the Heart
A young girl with a passion for books discovers that all her library books have been previously checked out by the same mysterious boy, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and artistic aspiration.
movie · animation · classic · Apple TV+
Princess Mononoke
A prince cursed by a demonic boar travels to a forest caught in a battle between industrial humans and powerful animal gods, intertwining his fate with a young woman raised by wolves.
movie · animation · classic · Apple TV+
Kiki's Delivery Service
A young witch leaves home to begin her mandatory year of independent training, starting a delivery service with her flying broomstick in a charming seaside town.
movie · animation · classic · Apple TV+
Castle in the Sky
A young orphan girl and a boy with a mysterious crystal try to outrun military agents and pirates in a thrilling quest for a legendary floating city.
movie · animation · classic · Apple TV+
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
In a post-apocalyptic world, a courageous princess possesses a unique empathy for nature, seeking to understand a polluted forest and its giant insect inhabitants.
movie · animation · classic · Apple TV+
No One Will Save You
A lonely young woman, shunned by her community, finds herself in a terrifying battle against extraterrestrial intruders during a silent home invasion, forcing her to confront her past.
movie · sci-fi · dark · recent · Prime Video
Pee-wee as Himself
This documentary offers a compelling and intimate exploration of Paul Reubens and his iconic character, Pee-wee Herman, built from extensive interviews conducted before Reubens' passing.
documentary · cosy · just out
Queen of Chess
Discover the inspiring true story of Judit Polgár, a Hungarian chess prodigy who challenged conventions and aimed to defeat the highest-ranked men in chess during her 13-year career.
documentary · cosy · just out
The American Experiment
Explore 250 years of American history in this wholesome historical documentary, blending cinematic re-enactments with insights from political figures and modern footage.
documentary · cosy · just out
Born to be Wild
This wildlife documentary follows the remarkable journeys of young animals as they transition from life in conservation to their natural habitats across three continents.
documentary · cosy · just out
Best of the World With Antoni Porowski
Join Antoni Porowski as he explores authentic travel experiences and delicious foodie hotspots in different global cities, offering comfort and culinary inspiration.
documentary · cosy · just out
Lost Kingdoms of Africa
Travel through Africa's precolonial past in this documentary series that explores ancient masterworks, from Ethiopian monasteries to Nubian pyramids, shedding light on often-overlooked histories.
series · historical · netflix
Magnificent Century
Experience the lavish world of the Ottoman Empire as this drama unfolds the reign of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent and the remarkable journey of a slave who became his powerful wife.
series · historical · netflix
Queen Cleopatra
This docudrama, also part of the African Queens series, re-examines the strategic and intellectual prowess of Cleopatra VII, the last pharaoh of Egypt, moving beyond common romanticized portrayals.
series · historical · netflix
African Queens: Njinga
Narrated and produced by Jada Pinkett Smith, this docudrama vividly portrays the life of Queen Njinga, a 17th-century warrior and diplomat who fiercely resisted Portuguese colonization in modern-day Angola.
series · historical · netflix
Rise of Empires: Ottoman
This docudrama series chronicles the epic 15th-century campaign of Sultan Mehmed II to conquer Constantinople, blending historical insights with dramatic reenactments.
series · historical · netflix
Thriller (1960)
Hosted by Boris Karloff, this anthology series evolves from crime and mystery tales into gothic horror and psychological thrillers that promise to chill and intrigue.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
Callan
A brooding, conscience-stricken assassin for a shadowy British intelligence service navigates the moral ambiguities of the Cold War in this acclaimed espionage drama.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
The Outer Limits
Enter a world of strange situations and fantastic dimensions in this original anthology series, where science fiction often intertwines with thrilling, eerie suspense.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
Danger Man
Follow the daring exploits of secret agent John Drake as he tackles global security threats in this iconic espionage series, known for its intelligence and tension.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
This Emmy-winning anthology series delivers pulse-pounding suspense and delightfully twisting mysteries, all introduced by the master of suspense himself.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
Army of Darkness
A hardware store clerk is accidentally transported to medieval times where he must battle an army of the dead to return home in this iconic blend of horror, comedy, and fantasy, available to stream on HBO Max or Netflix, and to rent/buy on Apple TV.
movie · horror · funny · classic
Beetlejuice
A recently deceased couple hires a mischievous bio-exorcist to scare away the obnoxious new living owners of their beloved home, available to stream on HBO Max, Hulu (with HBO Max add-on), or to rent/buy on Prime Video and Apple TV.
movie · horror · funny · classic
Re-Animator
An eccentric medical student develops a re-animating serum, leading to increasingly grotesque and humorous experiments in this cult classic based on an H.P. Lovecraft story, available to stream on Fandor, Tubi, or Hoopla, and to rent/buy on Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
movie · horror · funny · classic
An American Werewolf in London
After two American tourists are attacked by a creature on the English moors, one dies and the other transforms into a werewolf, leading to a dark comedy with groundbreaking practical effects, available to stream on Tubi or to rent/buy on platforms like Apple TV and Amazon Video.
movie · horror · funny · classic
Young Frankenstein
A brilliant young neurosurgeon inherits his eccentric grandfather's Transylvanian castle and reanimates a classic monster with hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt results, available to stream on FuboTV and Philo, or to rent/buy on platforms like Apple TV and Google Play.
movie · horror · funny · classic
Practical Magic 2
Two decades later, the bewitching sisters continue their magical journey, navigating love and family while embracing their unique heritage.
movie · feel-good · just out · Prime Video
You, Me & Tuscany
A young woman unexpectedly finds herself in a beautiful Tuscan villa, where a small lie about being engaged to a man she just met spirals into a charming entanglement with his family, and his gorgeous cousin.
movie · feel-good · just out · Prime Video
Maintenance Required
The fiercely independent owner of an all-female mechanic shop finds herself reevaluating her future as sparks fly with an anonymous online confidant who happens to be her corporate rival.
movie · feel-good · just out · Prime Video
Marfil: Drawn Together
An international original rom-com exploring themes of romance and drama, perfect for a cozy night in.
movie · feel-good · just out · Prime Video
The Love Hypothesis
A pragmatic PhD student and a charming professor enter a fake relationship to prove their theories on love, leading to unexpected real feelings.
movie · feel-good · just out · Prime Video
Free Solo
This breathtaking documentary follows professional rock climber Alex Honnold as he attempts the first free solo climb of Yosemite's El Capitan, a feat he also detailed in a book. It is available to stream on Netflix and Disney+, and for rent or purchase on platforms like Apple TV.
documentary · drama
The Cove
A team of activists, filmmakers, and free-divers embark on a covert mission to expose a shocking secret involving dolphin hunting in a remote Japanese cove. This Oscar-winning film is available to stream on Netflix and can be rented or purchased digitally on platforms such as Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.
documentary · drama
Exit Through the Gift Shop
An eccentric French shopkeeper attempts to make a documentary about the elusive street artist Banksy, only for Banksy to turn the camera back on him with surprising results. The film is available to stream on Netflix and for rent or purchase on platforms like Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.
documentary · drama
My Architect
Nathaniel Kahn embarks on a personal journey to understand his estranged, legendary architect father, Louis I. Kahn, exploring his life and monumental work. This film is available to stream on Netflix and The Criterion Channel, and for rent or purchase on other digital platforms.
documentary · drama
Jung_E
In a post-apocalyptic 22nd century, a researcher leads efforts to clone the brain of a legendary mercenary, her mother, to win a civil war.
movie · sci-fi · cosy · recent · Netflix
Code 8: Part II
In a world where powered individuals are heavily policed by robots, an ex-con must reluctantly ally with a drug lord to protect a young girl from a corrupt officer.
movie · sci-fi · cosy · recent · Netflix
The Adam Project
A time-traveling pilot from the future crash-lands in 2022 and teams up with his younger self and late father to save the future.
movie · sci-fi · cosy · recent · Netflix
The Kitchen
In a dystopian future London where social housing has been eradicated, a young man and an orphaned boy navigate survival in the last remaining community.
movie · sci-fi · cosy · recent · Netflix
Leave the World Behind
A family's vacation takes a chilling turn when a cyberattack causes a widespread blackout, forcing them to shelter with strangers as the world unravels.
movie · sci-fi · cosy · recent · Netflix
Remington Steele
A talented female private investigator, unable to gain respect due to her gender, invents a fictitious male boss, only for a charming and mysterious con man to assume the role, leading to clever cases and a fascinating professional partnership.
series · thought-provoking · classic · netflix
Hill Street Blues
This influential police procedural offers a raw and realistic look into the daily lives and complex moral struggles of officers and detectives working in a beleaguered urban precinct.
series · thought-provoking · classic · netflix
Monty Python's Flying Circus
A groundbreaking sketch comedy series that pushes the boundaries of humor and logic, offering a unique blend of absurd situations, clever satire, and animated interludes that challenge conventional thinking.
series · thought-provoking · classic · netflix
La Femme Nikita
After being framed for murder, a young woman is recruited into a clandestine counter-terrorism organization where she is transformed into a highly skilled operative, constantly navigating moral dilemmas and the desire for freedom.
series · thought-provoking · classic · netflix
Twin Peaks
An eccentric FBI agent investigates the murder of a high school homecoming queen in a seemingly idyllic, yet deeply mysterious, small town, uncovering dark secrets beneath its quirky facade.
series · thought-provoking · classic · netflix
Homicide: Life on the Street
This gritty and realistic police procedural follows a dedicated squad of Baltimore homicide detectives as they grapple with the daily toll of solving brutal crimes.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
Kolchak: The Night Stalker
A tenacious newspaper reporter relentlessly investigates supernatural and monstrous crimes that authorities try to dismiss or cover up.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
The Prisoner
After abruptly resigning, a secret agent is abducted and held captive in a picturesque yet bizarre village, where his attempts to escape are constantly thwarted by mysterious overseers.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
The X-Files
Two FBI agents delve into paranormal phenomena, extraterrestrial conspiracies, and unexplained mysteries, often clashing with skepticism and a secretive government.
series · thriller · tense · classic · Apple TV+
Divinity
In a dystopian future, a scientist creates a serum for immortality, but his son and a pair of mysterious women try to steal it.
movie · sci-fi · an easy background watch · recent · Apple TV+
The Gorge
Two high-level military operatives find themselves guarding opposing sides of a mysterious gorge filled with dangerous creatures.
movie · sci-fi · an easy background watch · recent · Apple TV+
Palm Springs
Two wedding guests find themselves stuck in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over, leading to absurd situations and an unexpected romance.
movie · comedy · feel-good · Apple TV+
Cha Cha Real Smooth
A charming 22-year-old college graduate who works as a party starter forms an unexpected bond with a young mother and her autistic daughter.
movie · comedy · feel-good · Apple TV+
CODA
A hearing daughter in a deaf family discovers a passion for singing, finding herself torn between supporting her family's struggling fishing business and pursuing her own dreams.
movie · comedy · feel-good · Apple TV+
Spirited
This musical comedy reimagining of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol stars Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds in a festive, hilarious, and heartwarming tale.
movie · comedy · feel-good · Apple TV+
The Big Sick
A cross-cultural romantic comedy based on a true story, where a Pakistani comedian and an American grad student fall in love, only for a mysterious illness to bring their families together.
movie · comedy · feel-good · Apple TV+
MELANIA
This film offers an intimate look at the life and public role of Melania Trump, from her early years to her time as First Lady.
documentary · just out · Prime Video
Paul McCartney: Man on the Run
Go behind the scenes with the legendary musician as he reflects on his life and career after The Beatles.
documentary · just out · Prime Video
The Fitbit Killer
Uncover the intricate details of a murder investigation where fitness tracker data played a crucial role in solving the case.
documentary · just out · Prime Video
Britain's TikTok Murder
This documentary explores a shocking true crime case that captivated the UK, focusing on a murder linked to the social media platform.
documentary · just out · Prime Video
The CEO Club
This docu-series delves into the professional and personal journeys of trailblazing female CEOs as they navigate the complexities of leadership.
documentary · just out · Prime Video
Welcome to Utmark
This darkly humorous drama unfolds in a remote Nordic town, where quirky characters navigate love, betrayal, and unexpected events in a tense environment.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Max
The Investigation
Chief Investigator Jens Møller Jensen meticulously pieces together the truth behind the disappearance of a Swedish journalist, highlighting the real police work involved.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Max
Kamikaze
After losing her entire family in a plane crash, an 18-year-old Danish heiress embarks on a dangerous, self-destructive journey across the world.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Max
The Head
A small team at a remote Antarctic research station must uncover a killer when most of the crew vanishes during the long, dark winter.
series · thriller · tense · recent · Max
Centaurworld
A war horse is transported from her grim battlefield to a whimsical land inhabited by singing centaurs of all shapes and sizes.
series · animation · netflix
Castlevania
A vampire hunter fights to save a besieged city from an army of otherworldly beasts controlled by Dracula himself.
series · animation · netflix
Disenchantment
Set in the medieval fantasy kingdom of Dreamland, this series follows the misadventures of a rebellious princess, her naive elf companion, and her personal demon.
series · animation · netflix
Love, Death & Robots
This anthology series presents a collection of animated short stories spanning various genres like sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and comedy, each with a unique visual style.
series · animation · netflix
Arcane
Amidst the escalating tension between the opulent city of Piltover and the oppressed undercity of Zaun, two sisters find themselves on opposing sides of a brewing conflict.
series · animation · netflix
Jules
An elderly man's quiet life is upended when a UFO crash-lands in his backyard, leading to an unexpected friendship with its alien occupant.
movie · sci-fi · an easy background watch · recent · Apple TV+
Foe
A couple living a solitary life on a remote farm is thrown into disarray when a stranger proposes a unique experiment involving artificial intelligence.
movie · sci-fi · an easy background watch · recent · Apple TV+
Fingernails
In a world where a controversial test can confirm if couples are truly in love, one woman questions her own relationship.
movie · sci-fi · an easy background watch · recent · Apple TV+
After Yang
A family grappling with the loss of their beloved AI companion uncovers deeper questions about connection and humanity.
movie · sci-fi · an easy background watch · recent · Apple TV+
Paradise
A tranquil community of prominent individuals is shattered by a shocking murder, igniting a high-stakes investigation to uncover the truth.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Disney+
Alien: Earth
When a mysterious spacecraft crash-lands, a determined young woman and a team of soldiers uncover a terrifying secret that threatens the entire planet in this sci-fi horror thriller.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Disney+
The Stolen Girl
A mother's life spirals into chaos when her daughter vanishes during a seemingly innocent sleepover, leading to a frantic manhunt across Europe and the unraveling of long-buried family secrets.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Disney+
We'll Be Fine
Aktan and Lal find themselves ensnared in a tumultuous love story, navigating uncertainty about staying together or parting ways.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Disney+
Furious
An FBI agent hunts a methodical serial killer with compelling motives in this modern take on the Medusa myth, where the hunter realizes she has more in common with her prey than she imagined.
series · thriller · tense · just out · Disney+
Rushmore
A highly eccentric and ambitious teenager navigates his extracurricular activities, academic probation, and an unusual love triangle involving a teacher and a wealthy industrialist. It's available to stream on Prime Video and Hoopla (with a library card) and available to rent/buy on Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
movie · coming-of-age · feel-good · classic
Dirty Dancing
During her family's summer vacation at a resort in the Catskills, a young woman falls in love with the camp's rebellious dance instructor and discovers herself through dance. It's available to stream on Hulu, Paramount+, and Disney+ in various regions, and also available to rent/buy on Amazon, Google Play, Apple TV, and other digital storefronts.
movie · coming-of-age · feel-good · classic
The Breakfast Club
Five disparate high school students, each representing a different social stereotype, find common ground and unexpected connections during a Saturday detention session. It's available to stream on Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video in some regions, and also available to rent/buy on Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
movie · coming-of-age · feel-good · classic
Dazed and Confused
On the last day of school in 1976, a group of Texas teenagers navigate hazing rituals, parties, and the anticipation of summer in this nostalgic and observational ensemble piece. It's available to stream on Peacock and is available for rent or purchase on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play, and YouTube.
movie · coming-of-age · feel-good · classic
Harold and Maude
A quirky, death-obsessed young man finds an unlikely zest for life and love when he befriends a free-spirited, life-affirming elderly woman. It's available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy, and available to rent/buy on platforms like Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.
movie · coming-of-age · feel-good · classic
Lake Mungo
Following the tragic drowning of their teenage daughter, a family experiences inexplicable events and uncovers her secret double life, leading them to a haunting truth in this unsettling found-footage style documentary, available on Amazon Prime Video and for rent/purchase on Apple TV.
documentary · horror · thought-provoking
Killer Legends
This documentary investigates the origins of four infamous urban legends, exploring the true crimes and events that may have inspired these terrifying tales, and is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex, Hoopla, and for rent/buy on Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
documentary · horror · thought-provoking
Cropsey
Two filmmakers explore a chilling urban legend from their childhood in Staten Island about a real-life boogeyman linked to the disappearances of five children, uncovering a terrifying truth that blurs the line between folklore and true crime, and can be found on Tubi and for rent/buy on Apple TV.
documentary · horror · thought-provoking
The Nightmare
This documentary-horror film delves into the terrifying phenomenon of sleep paralysis through the experiences of eight different people, revealing remarkably similar visions of shadowy figures and exploring the profound psychological impact of this real-life horror, and is available on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, and for rent/purchase on Apple TV.
documentary · horror · thought-provoking
The Act of Killing
This chilling film follows former Indonesian death squad leaders as they reenact their real-life mass killings in the style of the American movies they love, offering a disturbing look into their psyche and a country's unaddressed past, and is available to stream on Netflix and to rent/buy on platforms like Apple TV.
documentary · horror · thought-provoking
Long Distance
After crash-landing on an alien planet, an asteroid miner must traverse the dangerous new world to rescue a crew member, accompanied only by his suit's AI.
movie · sci-fi · thought-provoking · recent · Max
Crimes of the Future
In a future where humanity has adapted to a synthetic environment, a performance artist duo explores accelerated evolution through public surgeries, pushing the boundaries of human transformation.
movie · sci-fi · thought-provoking · recent · Max
Vesper
In a post-apocalyptic world where Earth's ecosystem has collapsed, a resourceful 13-year-old girl named Vesper navigates a harsh landscape to survive with her ailing father, discovering a secret that could change their future.
movie · sci-fi · thought-provoking · recent · Max
Moonfall
When a mysterious force knocks the Moon from its orbit and sends it hurtling towards Earth, a ragtag team launches a last-ditch mission to uncover its secrets and save humanity.
movie · sci-fi · thought-provoking · recent · Max
Chinatown
A private investigator in 1930s Los Angeles uncovers a labyrinthine conspiracy involving water rights and corruption while working a seemingly routine infidelity case.
movie · mystery · cosy · classic
Death on the Nile
Belgian detective Hercule Poirot investigates a murder among a group of wealthy travelers aboard a paddle steamer cruising the Nile River.
movie · mystery · cosy · classic
Rear Window
Confined to his apartment with a broken leg, a photographer begins to suspect his neighbor has committed murder, leading to a thrilling amateur investigation.
movie · mystery · cosy · classic
The Maltese Falcon
A hard-boiled private detective navigates a dangerous web of deceit, desire, and double-crosses while searching for a priceless statuette.
movie · mystery · cosy · classic
Rebecca
A newlywed finds herself haunted by the lingering presence of her husband's first wife in their grand, ominous estate.
movie · mystery · cosy · classic
GTO (2026)
The iconic former motorcycle gang leader, Eikichi Onizuka, returns to teach at an elite academy, bringing his unconventional methods to modern educational challenges.
series · feel-good · just out · netflix
Mad Unicorn
Follow Santi, a visionary from humble beginnings, as he navigates the cutthroat business world to create Thailand's first unicorn startup, fueled by ambition and friendship.
series · feel-good · just out · netflix
The Apartment Job
A former gang leader's search for missing billions leads him to a luxury apartment complex, where he unexpectedly becomes a community defender against quiet corruption.
series · feel-good · just out · netflix
Spooky Love
A hotel CEO who sees ghosts falls for a fearless prosecutor terrified of the paranormal, leading to a charmingly mismatched supernatural romance.
series · feel-good · just out · netflix
Love on the Menu
Eight years after their relationship ended, a former couple finds their paths crossing once more, stirring up old feelings and a chance for new beginnings.
series · feel-good · just out · netflix
Girl, Interrupted
An 18-year-old checks into a psychiatric hospital in the late 1960s, finding complex relationships and self-discovery among the other young women.
movie · drama · classic · Netflix
My Left Foot
Born with cerebral palsy, an Irish man defies expectations to become a celebrated artist and writer using only his left foot.
movie · drama · classic · Netflix
The Prince of Tides
A Southern schoolteacher confronts his traumatic past to help his suicidal sister, forming an unexpected connection with her psychiatrist.
movie · drama · classic · Netflix
Seven Beauties
An Italian man deserts the army during World War II and is captured by Germans, doing whatever it takes to survive in a concentration camp, prompting flashbacks to his earlier life.
movie · drama · classic · Netflix
The Piano
A mute Scottish woman and her young daughter navigate a new life in 19th-century New Zealand, where her beloved piano becomes central to a complicated new arrangement.
movie · drama · classic · Netflix
All That Breathes
Against the backdrop of Delhi's worsening air quality, two brothers dedicate their lives to rescuing and rehabilitating injured black kites, fostering an unlikely kinship between man and bird.
documentary
Searching for Sugar Man
This Oscar-winning documentary uncovers the incredible true story of Sixto Rodriguez, a mysterious 1970s Detroit musician who became a massive, albeit unknown, rock icon in South Africa.
documentary
Cameraperson
A veteran documentary cinematographer weaves together decades of her own unused footage from various projects into a cinematic memoir, reflecting on her experiences behind the camera and the human connections made.
documentary
Hale County This Morning, This Evening
This poetic and impressionistic film offers an intimate look at the lives of Black residents in rural Hale County, Alabama, exploring the beauty and complexities of their everyday experiences.
documentary
Fire of Love
This breathtaking documentary follows French volcanologists Katia and Maurice Krafft as they chase eruptions around the globe, driven by a profound love for each other and for volcanoes.
documentary
Spaceman
Six months into a solitary research mission at the edge of the solar system, an astronaut confronts the unraveling of his marriage with the help of a mysterious alien creature he discovers on his ship.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Borderlands
An infamous bounty hunter returns to her chaotic home planet, Pandora, to find a missing girl, forming an unlikely team with mercenaries and outlaws to uncover a powerful secret.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Civil War
In a near-future America plunged into a brutal civil conflict, a team of journalists races across the country to reach Washington D.C. before rebel factions seize the White House.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Alien: Romulus
Set between the events of the original 'Alien' and 'Aliens', a group of young space scavengers encounter the most terrifying life form in the universe on a desolate space station.
movie · sci-fi · recent
The Electric State
In a retro-futuristic 1997, a teenage girl and her robot companion journey across a war-torn American West to find her missing brother, uncovering a vast conspiracy along the way.
movie · sci-fi · recent
The Recruit
A young CIA lawyer is thrust into a dangerous world of international espionage when he uncovers a threatening letter from a former asset.
series · netflix
Wednesday
Wednesday Addams investigates a monstrous mystery at her new boarding school while navigating new relationships and her burgeoning psychic abilities.
series · netflix
Alice in Borderland
An avid gamer and his friends find themselves trapped in an abandoned Tokyo where they must compete in dangerous games to survive.
series · netflix
Bodkin
A team of podcasters investigates decades-old disappearances in a picturesque Irish town, uncovering dark secrets beneath its charming facade.
series · netflix
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
A charming high school senior fakes illness to take a day off, embarking on an unforgettable adventure through Chicago with his girlfriend and best friend.
movie · feel-good
The Greatest Showman
Inspired by the ambition and imagination of P.T. Barnum, this musical celebrates the birth of show business and the magic of dreams coming to life.
movie · feel-good
Forrest Gump
The heartwarming story of a simple man from Alabama who inadvertently plays a role in several major historical events throughout his extraordinary life.
movie · feel-good
Sing Street
In 1980s Dublin, a teenager starts a band to impress a mysterious girl, finding an escape from his difficult home life through music.
movie · feel-good
Mamma Mia!
A bride-to-be on a idyllic Greek island secretly invites three men from her mother's past to her wedding in hopes of finding her biological father.
movie · feel-good
The Serpent
Based on real events, this chilling series follows the cunning French serial killer Charles Sobhraj as he preys on Western tourists along the 'hippie trail' in 1970s Asia.
series · thriller · tense
Vigil
When a detective investigates a death aboard a British nuclear submarine, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the very core of national security.
series · thriller · tense
Ozark
A financial advisor relocates his family to the Ozarks to launder money for a Mexican drug cartel, quickly becoming entangled in the region's dangerous criminal underworld.
series · thriller · tense
The Sinner
A detective is tormented by his own past as he investigates perplexing and often inexplicable violent crimes where the 'who' is known, but the 'why' remains a chilling mystery.
series · thriller · tense
Mindhunter
In the early days of criminal profiling, two FBI agents delve into the minds of incarcerated serial killers to understand their motives and apply that knowledge to ongoing cases.
series · thriller · tense
Yellowjackets
A high school girls' soccer team survives a plane crash deep in the wilderness, but 25 years later, the lingering trauma and dark secrets of their survival continue to haunt them.
series · thriller · tense
The Night Manager
A luxury hotel night manager is recruited by a British intelligence officer to infiltrate the inner circle of an elusive international arms dealer.
series · thriller · tense
Killing Eve
A brilliant but bored MI5 agent becomes obsessed with a ruthless and charismatic assassin, leading to a deadly and captivating game of cat and mouse across Europe.
series · thriller · tense
The Undoing
A wealthy New York therapist's seemingly perfect life unravels when a violent death and a chain of horrifying revelations expose shocking truths about her husband.
series · thriller · tense
Severance
At a mysterious corporation, a team of employees undergoes a surgical procedure to separate their work memories from their personal lives, leading to a tense exploration of identity and corporate secrets.
series · thriller · tense
Icarus
An amateur cyclist's quest to expose doping in sports uncovers a massive international scandal involving a rogue Russian scientist.
documentary
Chasing Coral
Witness a dedicated team of divers, scientists, and photographers as they embark on an urgent underwater adventure to document the shocking disappearance of the world's coral reefs.
documentary
Fantastic Fungi
Delve into the magical, mysterious, and medicinal world of fungi and their profound contribution to life on Earth.
documentary
The Last Dance
Experience the legendary career of Michael Jordan and the 1990s Chicago Bulls, offering an in-depth look at their final championship season.
documentary
Making a Murderer
This gripping true-crime series delves into the controversial legal battles of a man exonerated by DNA after years in prison, only to become the prime suspect in a new, gruesome murder case.
documentary
Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire
When a peaceful colony on the edge of the galaxy finds itself threatened by a tyrannical ruling force, a mysterious stranger becomes its best hope for survival.
movie · sci-fi · recent
The Creator
Amidst a future war between humans and AI, an ex-special forces agent is recruited to hunt down and kill the elusive creator of advanced AI who has developed a mysterious weapon.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Arcadian
In a post-apocalyptic world, a father and his twin teenage sons fight to survive against dangerous creatures that emerge after sunset.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Dune: Part Two
Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen to seek revenge against those who destroyed his family, leading to a struggle for power and spice.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Atlas
A brilliant data analyst with a deep distrust of AI finds her only hope for saving humanity from a rogue robot lies in trusting artificial intelligence.
movie · sci-fi · recent
Dark
When two children go missing in a German town, the disappearances expose the fractured relationships, double lives, and dark past of four families living there, revealing a time-travel conspiracy.
series · netflix
Lupin
Inspired by the adventures of Arsène Lupin, a gentleman thief sets out to avenge his father for an injustice inflicted by a wealthy family.
series · netflix
Stranger Things
In a small town in the 1980s, a group of friends encounters supernatural forces and secret government experiments after a boy mysteriously vanishes.
series · netflix
The Crown
This lavish historical drama chronicles the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting the political rivalries and romances that shaped the 20th century.
series · netflix
The Queen's Gambit
A prodigious but troubled chess player rises through the ranks in the male-dominated world of competitive chess while battling personal demons.
series · netflix
Chef
After a public culinary meltdown, a renowned chef starts a food truck to rediscover his passion for cooking and reconnect with his family.
movie · feel-good
About Time
A young man discovers he can time travel and uses his unique ability to improve his life and find love.
movie · feel-good
Amélie
A whimsical waitress in Paris discreetly orchestrates the lives of those around her while searching for her own love.
movie · feel-good
The Princess Bride
A charming fairytale adventure where a farmhand battles villains and saves his true love from an odious prince.
movie · feel-good
Little Miss Sunshine
A dysfunctional family embarks on a memorable road trip to get their young daughter into a beauty pageant.
movie · feel-good
The Shawshank Redemption
Sentenced for a crime he didn't commit, a mild-mannered banker navigates the harsh realities of prison life over several decades, forging an unlikely friendship and holding onto hope.
movie · classic