What to see from 16 to 22 October on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, Paramount+ and Now
Sorrisi editorial team 16 October 2024 at 5.23pm
New films and TV series to see this week from 16 to 22 October su Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple Tv+, Paramount+ e Now.
Netflix
Defense Lawyer 3 – from October 17th
The unpredictable Los Angeles lawyer Michael “Mickey” Haller (played by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) returns to work. This time a more difficult case than usual appears at his door. In fact, the protagonist is called to defend Julian Lacosse (Devon Graye), accused of killing an escort. But the victim is not just any woman: it is Gloria Dayton (Fiona Rene), known as Gloria Days, a regular customer and above all a long-time friend of Mickey, who he himself had repeatedly helped and encouraged to leave the city and change life forever.
Woman of the hour – dal 18 ottobre
An aspiring actress (Anna Kendrick) takes part in an episode of “The Dating Game” on TV and meets a killer. A bizarre story inspired by true events.
Jurassic World – Chaos Theory – from October 17th
Second season of the animated series for children set a few years after the stories of “Jurassic World – New Adventures”.
The shadow strays – dal 17 ottobre
Indonesia today is the beating heart of martial arts cinema. In this film a young assassin challenges a ruthless organization to save a little boy.
I am a killer – from October 16th
Season number five for this docuseries whose protagonists are inmates on death row who recount their crimes firsthand.
Gundam – Requiem for vengeance – from October 17th
Yet another chapter of the animated saga that was born from a popular manga, it is set at the end of the terrible “One Year War”.
The most watched series on Netflix this week
- Deceit – After turning sixty, a wealthy woman falls in love with a charming, much younger man, whose intentions are questioned by her family.
- Outer Banks – North Carolina. On an island populated by rich and poor, John B and his tight-knit group of friends face mysteries and adventures as they search for lost treasure.
- Nobody Wants This – An agnostic podcaster who talks about sex and a newly single rabbi fall in love. Will their story be able to survive opposing lifestyles and meddling families?
- Monsters: The Story of Lyle and Erik Menendez – This gripping true crime series explores the lives of the Menendez brothers, convicted of the brutal murder of their parents in Beverly Hills in 1989.
- Clan – Choose your destiny – A young man with a family linked to the Camorra finds it difficult to follow his own life path after meeting some intriguing young people and their judo master.
Prime Video
The office – from 18 October
An ambitious operation comes from Australia: replicate the success of the legendary sitcom with a new version. Replacing Steve Carell’s Michael Scott here is Hanna Howard (Felicity Ward), the enthusiastic but not very competent director of a packaging company who will do everything she can to prevent her branch from closing. There is a varied group of employees who have to deal with his bizarre ideas.
The devil’s hour – dal 19 ottobre
The hunt continues for serial killer Gideon (Peter Capaldi), who reveals his true intentions and tries to convince Lucy to help him in the fight against evil.
Brothers – from October 17th
Josh Brolin and Peter Dinklage are two unlikely twins (their mother is Glenn Close) who try to get along in a hilarious action comedy.
Disney+
Rivals – from October 18th
Between exaggerated shoulder pads and teased hairstyles as was customary in the 80s, the series focuses on an aspiring ruling class with unscrupulous ambitions, amidst chaotic meetings and scandalous relationships. Adaptation of the famous novel of the same name by Dame Jilly Cooper, it focuses on the British nobility by recounting their vices and whims in a humorous way.
Lego Marvel Avengers – Mission demolition – from 18 October
The tenth special with brick-built superheroes. Unwittingly, a young fan unleashes a villain who threatens the Avengers.
Nemesis – from October 16th
In this Dutch thriller, a Hague prosecutor and a tax detective investigate a trail of money and murder.
Apple Tv+
Shrinking – dal 16 ottobre
Jason Segel plays an outspoken psychotherapist. Also in the second season he is joined by Harrison Ford as his mentor, a luminary struggling with Parkinson’s disease and a new love.
Now
X Factor Live – from 24 October
12 artists, divided into four teams led by judges Manuel Agnelli, Jake La Furia, Paola Iezzi and Achille Lauro, will compete performance after performance. All eyes are on the grand finale scheduled for December 5th in Piazza del Plebiscito in Naples. The emotions of the talent show, including the “Daily” with the daily story of what happens in the loft (starting from 18 October) are also available on Now.
La playlist
How good Colin Farrell
Colin Farrell is unrecognizable in The Penguin on Now. Here are other films (and a series) to see.
- Sugar – A detective investigates the disappearance of a girl, the niece of a Hollywood producer. At the same time, he tries to resolve his torments. Eight episodes up Apple Tv+.
- In Bruges – Two killers go “on holiday” to Bruges to calm things down. But their leader soon shows up again. On Prime Video.
- The gentlemen – Film by Guy Ritchie (from which the series of the same name was based) about the life of a trafficker who decides to leave the business. On Prime Video.
- The lobster – Colin Farrell is David, who in a future where he cannot be single tries to find a partner. Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. On Now.
- The spirits of the island – Story of a shaky and quarrelsome friendship in Ireland in the 1920s. Up Disney+.
- The new world – Film by Terrence Malick: Farrell is the English captain John Smith who arrives in Virginia in 1607. There he falls in love with Princess Pocahontas. On Netflix.
- How to kill the boss… and live happily – Three friends have a common goal: to get rid of their bosses at work, with whom they don’t get along very well. On Now.
- Miami Vice – Film by Michael Mann based on the famous 80s series. Farrell is Sonny. On Now.
Recommended by Sorrisi
Every week we at Sorrisi recommend a series that is no longer new, but which is worth catching up on and enjoying in one go, selected from the vast archives of streaming platforms.
The video library
A selection of old and new films just landed on the platforms.
Netflix
- The Menendez brothers – While the miniseries “Monsters” rages, the accused brothers tell their version in this documentary.
- 80 desire for Brady – Wild comedy with a cast of movie ladies, including Jane Fonda and Sally Field.
- Assassin’s creed – Taken from a well-known video game, it stands out above all for the handsome Michael Fassbender.
- All my life – Jennifer and Solomon are about to get married, but a bad illness hinders their plans.
- It’s what’s inside – A party is turned upside down by a device capable of mixing up identities. Truly surprising.
- I love you, man – The friendship between Paul Rudd and Jason Segel is told as a love story. Friendly.
- Shaun of the Dead – Don’t pay attention to the Italian title: this mix of comedy and horror (with zombies) has made history. A small masterpiece.
Prime Video
- Grizzly man – Splendid author’s documentary (by Werner Herzog) about a man who lost his life to be close to bears.
- The imitation game – Benedict Cumberbatch plays Alan Turing in this intense historical drama. At his side is Keira Knightley.
- The signs of the heart – Surprise winner of the Oscar for Best Film, it tells the story of the ambitions of a girl who is the daughter of two deaf people.
- Side effects – Thriller about a dangerous drug with a super cast, from Jude Law to Channing Tatum. Directed by Soderbergh.
- That house in the woods – At the beginning it seems like a horror movie like any other but then… comes an incredible twist!
