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This week in theaters, a Universal monster makes its return to the big screen, while SZA and Keke Palmer team up in a buddy comedy that is sure to delight. On streaming, Harley and Ivy paint the town red, Cameron Diaz comes out of retirement, and Severance finally makes its long-awaited return. Here is everything you need to watch this weekend.
'Wolf Man'
Where To Watch: In Theaters
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Blake and his family are attacked by an unseen animal and, in a desperate escape, barricade themselves inside a farmhouse as the creature prowls the perimeter. As the night stretches on, however, Blake begins to behave strangely, transforming into something unrecognizable that soon jeopardizes his wife and daughter.
Emma Kiely believes that Wolf Man does not hold a candle to its predecessor. She said in her review: Whannell’s The Invisible Man was a masterclass in balancing homage and update and set the standard for the Universal-Blumhouse horror reboots. Wolf Man doesn’t reach the heights of Whannell’s last feature. It dissolves into the sea of similar hollow, glossy big-budget horrors that have become more and more frequent (and almost always come from Blumhouse).
Wolf Man follows Lawrence Talbot as he returns to his ancestral home following his brother's disappearance. In the village nearby, a brutal beast is terrorizing the residents, and Lawrence finds himself entangled in the hunt for the creature. As the mystery unfolds, he faces enigmatic family ties and a haunting curse.
Release Date January 15, 2025
Director Leigh Whannell
Runtime 103 minutes
Writers Leigh Whannell , Rebecca Angelo
Studio(s) Blumhouse Productions
Franchise(s) Universal Monsters
'Severance'
Season 2
Where To Watch: On Apple TV+
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Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives. They begin a journey to discover the truth about their jobs and themselves. Apple TV+'s cerebral drama series is back after several years on hiatus. Severance Season 1 ends on a shocking cliffhanger, but does Season 2 continue the hype and intrigue we felt three years ago?
Thankfully, we can put those fears to rest because Severance Season 2 is a certified banger. Carly Lane said in her review: Severance is, at its core, the kind of TV show that was always going to get people talking thanks to its twisty nature, but with such a long break between seasons, there was also a risk of audience interest waning, especially when there are countless other shows worth tuning in for in the interim. Ultimately, however, Season 2 should silence any lingering concerns viewers might have through its stunning direction, outstanding performances, and sinuous, compelling mysteries.
Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives. When a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, it begins a journey to discover the truth about their jobs.
Release Date February 18, 2022
Main Genre Drama
Seasons 2
Story By dan erickson
Writers Dan Erickson
Showrunner Dan Erickson , Mark Friedman
'Back in Action'
Where To Watch: On Netflix
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‘Back in Action’ Review: Cameron Diaz Deserves a Better Comeback Than This Netflix Action-Comedy
Diaz reunites with Jamie Foxx for this action-comedy about two married spies forced to complete another mission after retiring to the suburbs.
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx reunite in this new action thriller. Years after giving up life as CIA spies to start a family, Emily (Diaz) and Matt (Foxx) find themselves dragged back into the world of espionage when their cover is blown.
It's been a decade since Diaz was last seen on screen (next to Foxx in the Annie remake), so is this a return to form for the beloved actress? Unfortunately, it appears to be more of the same from Netflix action movies. Taylor Gates revealed: Most people are likely clicking on this film for Foxx and Diaz, and they, too, do their best with what they’re given, but the dull, exposition-heavy script never gives them the chance to flex any of their dramatic muscles, and they rarely get to be truly funny either.
Back in Action
Release Date January 17, 2025
Director Seth Gordon
'Harley Quinn'
Season 5
Where To Watch: On Max
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Harley Quinn is back and continues to bring us laughs as we explore new and fun ways to shake up the Batman mythos. Ivy, Harley, Clayface, and King Shark remind us that being bad can feel so good with their incredible antics, especially now that we're removed from Gotham City.
Carly Lane praised the series in her review, believing that this marks the perfect end for an underrated comedy: While Season 5 does wrap up to such a degree that it could be a natural series ending, it's also hard not to want more. Given its endurance thus far, there's no reason a show like Harley Quinn can't live on forever, but even the five seasons we've already gotten (plus a hilarious Valentine's special!) feel like more than we ever deserved.
Release Date November 29, 2019
Seasons 5
Creator(s) Dean Lorey , Justin Halpern
Story By Paul Dini, Bruce Timm
Writers Tom Hyndman , Sarah Nevada Smith , Jamiesen Borak , Ava Tramer , Connie Shin , Jess Dweck , Jane Becker , Laura Moran , Sabrina Jalees , Jordan Weiss , Jimmy Mosqueda , Rachel Pegram
Network DC Universe , HBO Max , Max
Streaming Service(s) M
Directors Juan Jose Meza-Leon , Vinton Heuck , Joonki Park , Cecilia Aranovich , Ben Jones , Colin Heck , Tom De Rosier , Brandon McKinney , Frank Marino , Mike Milo , Matt Garofalo , Christina Sotta , Michael Moloney
Showrunner Dean Lorey , Chrissy Pietrosh , Jessica Goldstein
'One of Them Days'
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Where To Watch: In Theaters
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'One of Them Days' Review: Keke Palmer and SZA Race Against the Clock in Charming Throwback Comedy
Lawrence Lamont's directorial debut feels like an era of comedy we rarely see in theaters anymore.
When her boyfriend takes her rent money, Alyssa (SZA) and her roommate (Keke Palmer) race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact.
One of Them Days seemingly delivers the goods when it comes to being a solid buddy comedy. Ross Bonaime said in his review: One of Them Days might not necessarily be a great comedy, but it’s absolutely the type of comedy we should see more of in theaters nowadays. Palmer and SZA are a delight, and Lamont and Singleton’s work elevates what could be just a silly comedy into something more.
Release Date January 17, 2025
Main Genre Comedy
Writers Syreeta Singleton
Director Lawrence Lamont
Character(s) Dreux , Alyssa
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