With the official arrival of summer next Sunday, streaming platforms are preparing a wide selection of films and series for viewers. The increase in releases reflects the competition for public attention during the period, offering everything from science fiction productions to television reunions. There are several options for the weekend.
New film with Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley investigates inheritance and murder
The production “How to Make a Killing”, by A24, is now available on HBO Max starting this Friday. The film features the renowned Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley, both rising in Hollywood, in the main roles.
In the plot, Powell plays Becket Redfellow, an individual who, after being disinherited by his wealthy family, embarks on a series of crimes to recover the fortune that was denied to him. The cast also includes names like Jessica Henwick, Bill Camp, Zach Woods, Topher Grace and Ed Harris, alongside Qualley, who plays Julia Steinway, Becket’s childhood friend and romantic partner.
Michael Fassbender leads spy thriller ‘The Agency’ with strong cast
The weekend is full of news and returns on the small screen, from Netflix’s mystery series “I Will Find You” to the new season of HBO’s “House of the Dragon.” Among the most anticipated releases is “The Agency”, a spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender on Paramount+.
Fassbender plays agent “Martian”, who needs to return to London after his mission is compromised by the unexpected return of his ex-lover Samia, played by Jodie Turner-Smith. Jeffrey Wright and Richard Gere complete the team of big names in the production, which promises a lot of action and intrigue.
Mysteries revealed at the end of the first season of ‘Widow’s Bay’ on Apple TV
The horror-comedy series “Widow’s Bay,” set in New England, recently wrapped up its first season, uncovering the secrets that permeated the mysterious seaside town. Matthew Rhys received attention for his comedic performance as the clumsy mayor Tom Loftis.
However, the most praised performance was that of Kate O’Flynn, who shone as social worker Patricia, an apparently shy character but with surprising inner strength. All ten chapters are now available to binge on Apple TV, and the good news for fans is that the series has already secured its second season.
Rhode Island Drama: ‘The Real Housewives’ Reunion Special Comes to Peacock
The first season of “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island,” a reality show also set in New England, has come to an end. For fans who want to relive all the events before the highly anticipated reunion special, the first part will air on Bravo on Sunday at 9pm and will be available for streaming on Peacock the next day.
The second part of the special is scheduled for June 28, promising more twists and turns in the “Ocean State” drama.
‘Project Hail Mary’ with Ryan Gosling: acclaimed sci-fi hit now streaming
One of the most celebrated films of the year, “Project Hail Mary”, can now be watched on MGM+ this week. The science fiction space adventure stars Ryan Gosling as a high school science teacher who finds himself thrown into an intergalactic journey to save the planet, with the help of an extraterrestrial being named “Rocky”.
Critics, including the Globe’s Odie Henderson, gave the film four stars, describing it as “a bittersweet and gorgeous character study, a pas de deux between man and alien that evokes a torrent of emotions by the end.” The film is available exclusively on MGM+.