Hey everyone! Welcome back to What the Hell Should I Watch? I’m Steve Stebbing, joined once again by my co-host Chloe Stebbing, and this week we’re back from vacation with a huge pile of theatrical releases, streaming hits, and standout physical media. Let’s get into it.
🔥 In Theaters & New Releases:
🎬 Sinners – Ryan Coogler’s southern gothic thriller starring Michael B. Jordan (in dual roles!), Hailee Steinfeld, and Delroy Lindo. With a haunting blues-soaked soundtrack and daring storytelling, this might be Coogler’s best yet.
📱 Drop – Meghann Fahy stars in this real-time thriller about a terrifying first date gone wrong. Directed by Christopher Landon (Freaky, Happy Death Day 2U), it’s got style—but does the script match up?
🕵️ The Amateur – Rami Malek stars as a grieving CIA decoder turned vigilante in this espionage thriller. Surprisingly effective, with a strong supporting cast and a history dating back to a 1981 adaptation!
⚔️ Warfare – The most intense war film of the year. Think Platoon meets Saving Private Ryan. Co-directed by Alex Garland (Civil War) and former Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza, this is a raw, real-time experience that’s unforgettable.
🏇 On Swift Horses – Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, and Will Poulter lead this beautifully performed, unexpectedly queer love story set against the backdrop of 1950s horse racing.
🌀 Call of the Void – A low-budget existential sci-fi about a mysterious hum in the woods. A strong concept that doesn’t fully land, but the final scene leaves a mark.
📀 Physical Media Picks:
Lioness – Season 2 – More action, stronger pacing, and a killer supporting cast including Nicole Kidman and Morgan Freeman. Now on DVD and Paramount+.
📺 Streaming Spotlight:
Pets (Disney+) – Directed by Bryce Dallas Howard, this doc is a heart-melter full of animals, kids, and joyful tears.
The Last of Us: Season 2 (Crave) – It’s back! Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey return for a powerful new chapter.
Andor: Season 2 (Disney+) – The best of Star Wars TV continues with breathtaking tension, a “red wedding”-level episode, and stunning performances from Diego Luna and Adria Arjona.
🎮 Chloe also shares her full experience seeing A Minecraft Movie in ScreenX—and yes, it involves Jack Black, Jennifer Coolidge, and chicken jockeys.
👀 Coming next week:
Until Dawn
The Accountant 2
Bonjour Tristesse
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