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SAVE $170: As of Dec. 5, the iRobot Roomba Vac 2 is on sale for $229.99 at Amazon. That's a 43% saving on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba Vac 2 $229.99 at AmazonRoomba is one of the most recognizable names in the robot vacuum game, and that's for good reason. Its top-of-the-range vacuums are the perfect addition to any home, boasting a range of incredible functions and dirt-cleaning features. So it's no surprise that robot vacuums were one of the most heavily discounted items in the recent Black Friday sales, including the fantastic iRobot Roomba Vac 2.
This model was discounted in Amazon's Black Friday sale, but it has now dropped further to $229.99, an additional $20 off. This is also the lowest this robot vacuum has ever been priced.
SEE ALSO: The PS5 Digital Edition is still at its Black Friday priceSo, what's special about this model? Well, like most high-end robot vacuums, the Roomba Vac 2 comes with a self-emptying dock that holds up to 60 days of dirt and debris. This is one of our favorite features at Mashable, because you won't need to empty the vacuum with each use. The whole point of a robot vacuum is to limit your chores, and this does just that.
For thorough cleaning, the powerful three-stage cleaning system gets the job done with four suction levels. This is ideal for tough stains and dirt that won't disappear with just a light vacuum. It also has a Multi-Surface Bristle Brush and an Edge-Sweeping Brush, perfect for those hard-to-reach corners and awkward edges.
Speaking of awkward edges, the smart navigation in the vacuum will keep it from bumping into things (coffee tables, walls, your feet) and clean your floors in neat rows, a big selling point for fans of vacuum lines.
And let's not forget, you can schedule all this to start from your phone, just download the iRobot Home App and start a clean from wherever, whenever. Charging can provide up to 120 minutes of runtime, and if it runs out of battery mid-clean, it'll recharge and pick up the cleaning where it ended.
This deal is only available for a limited time, so head to Amazon now.
Galaxies may not need to crash and smash into each other as much as previously thought to spawn new galaxies, according to two new scientific studies.
Astronomers used the James Webb Space Telescope, the leading infrared observatory in space, to peer into the murk around the Spiderweb protocluster, a famous metropolis of galaxies in the universe, to study what it takes to form these complex cosmic neighborhoods. Webb is a partnership between NASA and its European and Canadian counterparts.
The protocluster is about 10 billion light-years away from Earth and exists during a period of the universe's history known as "cosmic noon." In this region during the time — just 3 billion years after the Big Bang — more than a hundred galaxies were under construction.
What scientists discovered surprised them: Mergers and collisions weren't that important for the process.
"Now we think that star formation can be explained by the accumulation of gas in various parts of the large-scale structures," said Helmut Dannerbauer, one of the researchers at the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias in Spain, in a statement.
SEE ALSO: Webb telescope scientists forced to reckon with enormous galaxy outliers In this James Webb Space Telescope image of the Spiderweb protocluster, galaxies are circled in white. The bottom row of images shows close-ups of seven central galaxies. Credit: ESA / NASA / CSA / H. DannerbauerScientists have frequently trained telescopes on the Spiderweb protocluster. That's because in our neck of the universe, closer galaxy clusters to the Milky Way tend to be old and slowing down. But the Spiderweb is a growing, busy hub of activity, revealing more clues about the steps and ingredients needed to form new galaxies.
The new research is published in the Astrophysical Journal. The scientists' observations that dust that can turn into new stars is mostly coming from a smooth hydrogen gas accumulation across the region. This finding suggests that gravitational interactions aren't that necessary to produce dust.
The James Webb Space Telescope's ability to detect light at infrared wavelengths allows scientists to study galaxies forming at a time period in the universe's history known as "cosmic noon." Credit: NASA GSFC / CIL / Adriana Manrique Gutierrez illustrationWebb was built to see the early universe, detecting invisible light at infrared wavelengths. Dust and gas in space obscures the view to extremely distant and inherently dim light sources, but infrared waves can pierce through the clouds. One Webb scientist likened the strength of the telescope to being able to sense the heat of a single bumblebee on the moon.
In addition to revealing new insights into galaxy formation, Webb's penetrating gaze detected two-dozen previously unseen galaxies, published in a companion paper in the Astrophysical Journal. The team is planning follow-up light spectrum studies with Webb to learn more about those galaxies' chemical compositions.
When it comes to streaming, viewers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, Max, Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television within each one!
Don't be overwhelmed or waste an hour scrolling through your services trying to determine what to watch! We've got your back whatever your mood. Mashable offers watch guides for all of the above, broken down by genre: comedy, thriller, horror, documentary, animation, and more.
But if you're seeking something brand spanking new (or new to streaming), we've got you covered there, too.
SEE ALSO: The best Netflix TV shows of 2024Mashable's entertainment team has scoured the streaming services to highlight the most buzzed-about releases of this week and ranked them from worst to best — or least worth your time to most watchable. Need a little Christmas... right this very minute? Hankering for a crime tale that's kooky and creepy? Ready for a coming-of-age story that'll blow your mind and rock your concept of the Joker? Or maybe you just want a winsome tale from a galaxy far far away. Whichever's the case, we've got you covered.
Here's what's new on streaming, from worst to best.
8. Fly Me to the MoonScarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum star in a Space Race-set romance that harkens back to the Golden Age of Hollywood with its cheeky sensibility and chic 1960s fashion. Unfortunately, this woefully miscalculated movie is nowhere near as whimsical or funny as you'd reason it should be.
In 1969, NASA is desperate to make its mission to the moon work, so they've got their top NASA launch director (Tatum) on it. But they need a sure thing and an enthusiastic American public, so they also hire an advertising maven (Johansson) to sell the country on the idea — and plot an Earth-bound moon landing shoot in case they need to fake it. While Fly Me To the Moon has its moments — supporting player Anna Garcia is a hilarious standout — it ultimately falls short of its entertainment aims. In Mashable's review, I explained, "[Director Greg] Berlanti has a wide sandbox to play in but no idea what to do with all these toys. In the end, Fly Me to the Moon is not just a misfire but a cataclysmic miscalculation, turning out to be far more tedious than enchanting." — K.P.
Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Jim Rash, Anna Garcia, Donald Elise Watkins, Noah Robbins, Colin Woodell, Christian Zuber, Nick Dillenburg, Ray Romano, and Woody Harrelson
How to watch: Fly Me to the Moon comes to Apple TV+ on Dec. 6.
7. Speak No Evil'Round these parts, we were big fans of 2022's Speak No Evil, a Danish thriller that had us riveting from its deceptively sunny opening act to its totally twisted finale. So we were a tad skeptical when an American remake was announced so swiftly.
Director James Watkins (The Woman in Black) adapted Christian Tafdrup and Mads Tafdrup's original script, translating the action from the Netherlands to rural England, and swapping doe-eyed Danes for American ex-pats. The plot was mostly the same: While vacationing abroad, a family of three befriends a married couple and their quiet son. So they decide to follow their new friends to their remote home and keep the party going. But soon, they discover something wicked lurks in the hearts of their hosts. However, Watkins' version adds new elements and a totally different ending. Admittedly, we weren't fans.
In my review for Mashable, I jeered, "Watkins has gussied up a convoluted action sequence to coddle American exceptionalism. Ironically, he does this by cutting the original's most horrific scenes and in their place offering underwhelming substitutions, like swapping a rare porterhouse steak for a bit of soggy cardboard. Of course, if you've never savored the blood and bite of a steak, this processed remake will probably serve just fine." — K.P.
Starring: James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough, and Scoot McNairy
How to watch: Speak No Evil begins streaming on Peacock Dec. 6.
6. F*** Marry KillIf the dating scene has got you down, you might appreciate the dark humor of F*** Marry Kill, a comedy that combines the perils of dating, true crime podcasts, and paranoia to silly effect.
Single lady Eva (Truth or Dare's Lucy Hale) is getting pressure from her friends to date, so she hops on the apps and starts swiping. And lucky her, she's got three guys interested. But who's fit for booty calls? Who could be the one? And who could be trying to kill her? See, there is a serial killer on the loose, and between Eva's podcast-inspired paranoia and a circle of friends warning of red flags, it can be hard to tell who's a fuckboy and who's a fucking killer. Frothy, freaky fun, F*** Marry Kill is a solid pick for a girls' night out, or a solo night in bed-rot mode. — K.P.
Starring: Lucy Hale, Virginia Gardner, Brooke Nevin, Samer Salem, Bethany Brown, JayR Tinaco, Brendan Morgan, Edem Nyamadi, Haley Victoria Hunt, and RJ Fetherstonhaugh
How to watch: F Marry Kill is now in theaters and on VOD.
5. Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve StoryDocumentarians Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui teamed up with the family and friends of Christopher Reeve to unfurl a touching look at his life story.
The film cleverly parallels his rise to fame as Super-Man with his challenging journey after a near-fatal horse-riding accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. Reeve's loved ones share how he rose from this tragedy to become an activist and advocate for people with disabilities, touching on the controversies therein. Archival footage and home movies show the late movie star in interviews, at award ceremonies, at home, and in his advocacy work. Altogether, this paints an emotional and inspiring portrait of a man many saw as super and a hero. — K.P.
Starring: Christopher Reeve, Dana Reeve, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Matthew Reeve, and Will Reeve
How to watch: Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is now streaming on Max.
4. That ChristmasRichard Curtis, the visionary behind the holiday classic Love Actually, has a new yuletide treat — and this one doesn't have that NSFW stand-in plotline to worry about!
Based on his children's book series, That Christmas is an animated adventure that welcomes audiences into the charming small town of Wellington-on-Sea. There, a flurry of stories are stirring: A young boy pursues his crush on a shy classmate. A band of parents get stranded overnight, leaving their kids to create a holiday celebration for themselves. And a saucy Santa (voiced by Succession's Brian Cox) is sure to get in on the fun.
Filled with beloved British stars, holiday charm, and humor, That Christmas is a terrific choice for the whole family. —K.P.
Starring: Brian Cox, Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, Lolly Adefope, Alex Macqueen, Katherine Parkinson, Sindhu Vee, India Brown, Zazie Hayhurst, Sienna Sayer, Jack Wisniewski, Rosie Cavaliero, Paul Kaye, Guz Khan, Andy Nyman, Kuhu Agarwal, Bronte Smith, Freddie Spry, Ava Talbot, Bill Nighy, and Rhys Darby
How to watch: That Christmas hits Netflix Dec. 4.
3. The People's JokerForget what you think you know about the Joker. Far from DC-approved spinoffs or box office-bombing sequels, The People's Joker employs elements from the classic Batman villain (and a slew of his criminal cohorts) to spin a boldly original trans coming-of-age story.
Co-written, directed, and starring Vera Drew, The People's Joker follows a trans girl from her humble, rural beginnings to a scuzzy, neon-drenched Gotham City, where comedy is outlawed to all but an SNL-like league. Joker the Harlequin (Drew) fights for the right to crack wise. Pulling together DC iconography, autobiographical elements, and a proudly chaotic and crowd-sourced aesthetic, Drew makes a movie that is romantic, funny, tender, bizarre, and endlessly surprising.
SEE ALSO: 'The People's Joker's Vera Drew on WB pressure and her queer superhero parodyThe People's Joker gained buzz on the festival circuit, spooked a certain studio, awed critics, and ultimately found its following thanks to film and fitting campaign that encouraged audiences to embrace their inner weirdos. And now it's easier than ever to see what all the buzz was about. Don't miss it. — K.P.
Starring: Vera Drew, Scott Aukerman, Tim Heidecker, Maria Bamford, David Liebe Hart, Robert Wuhl, and Bob Odenkirk
How to watch: The People's Joker debuts on MUBI Dec. 6.
2. The StickyFrom 2011 to 2012, thieves stole millions of dollars worth of maple syrup from Quebec's syrup reserves. Now, the unbelievable true story of the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist gets the TV treatment thanks to The Sticky. The new Prime Video series stars Margo Martindale, Chris Diamantopoulos, and Guillaume Cyr as three down-on-their-luck outsiders about to embark on the sweetest robbery of the century. (Jamie Lee Curtis pops in later as a Boston gangster out for blood.)
While the heist itself can feel a tad underwhelming after six episodes of build-up (some of it moving syrupy slow), The Sticky's true draw is the chemistry between the conspiring central crew. As I wrote in my Mashable review, "Martindale, Cyr, and Diamantopoulos have created a trio of lovable, flawed criminals who are fully-fledged right off the bat, and watching their dynamic evolve over the course of the season is a sweet treat all by itself." — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter
How to watch: All episodes of The Sticky premiere on Prime Video on Dec. 6
1. Star Wars: Skeleton CrewDo you want some sweet, sweet childlike joy with your Star Wars? Then check out the franchise's latest TV offering, Skeleton Crew. This rollicking adventure series centers on four young kids who find themselves far, far away from their home planet. On top of trying to get home, they've also got space pirates to worry about — not to mention the shifty Force-user Jod Na Nawood (Jude Law) who's tagging along with them, and who may not be all that he seems. It's basically The Goonies in space, a combination that yields delightful returns.
Among these returns? Four adorable young heroes (played by Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Robert Timothy Smith, and Kyriana Kratter), some spectacular animatronic aliens, and a refreshing lack of fan service-y connections to other Star Wars shows and movies. (At least, not in the three episodes sent to critics for screening.) In my review for Mashable, I praised Skeleton Crew as being "charming as can be, with its classic adventure story feel setting it squarely apart from other Star Wars TV offerings." — B.E.
Starring: Jude Law, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Kyriana Kratter, Robert Timothy Smith, Tunde Adebimpe, Kerry Condon, and Nick Frost
How to watch: Star Wars: Skeleton Crew episodes 1 and 2 are now streaming on Disney+, with new episodes airing weekly.
Honorable mention: A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina CarpenterAt the time of publishing, none on our team have had the good fortune to watch more than the preview of Sabrina Carpenter's intriguing holiday special. The guest list alone is reason enough to add it to your watch list. (Hey, the promise of a duet between Carpenter and the glorious queer icon Chappell Roan is reason enough!) But having not seen what goodies this pop girlie has in store, we couldn't properly rank this one.
Once you've seen it, tells us where A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter would make it on your list: Naughty? Nice? Both!? — K.P.
Starring: Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Tyla, Shania Twain, Kali Uchis, Nico Hiraga, Quinta Brunson, Cara Delevingne, Kyle Mooney, Megan Stalter, Sean Astin, Owen Thiele, and Jillian Bell
How to watch: A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter premieres Dec. 6 at 9 p.m. ET on Netflix.
TL;DR: Shop for bulk deals, gifts, and more with a 1-Year Sam's Club Membership now for only $25 (reg. $50).
Opens in a new window Credit: Sam's Club Sam's Club 1-Year Membership with Auto-Renew $25.00Where are you doing your holiday shopping? If you also need to stock the pantry, clean the house, and prepare for visitors, you might be running all over town. Or, you would be if you didn't change things up this year.
Changing where you shop might just mean you can get your entire holidays done in one run. Sam's Club members can shop for bulk deals, quality groceries, electronics, jewelry, clothes, home essentials, and even appliances. All it takes is a membership, and even that's on sale. A 1-Year Sam's Club Membership normally costs $50, but there's still time to get one for $25.
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A Cyber Week investment could help you save money all year. Get a 1-Year Sam's Club Membership for $25.
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TL;DR: See at night with a pair of night-vision binoculars, on sale for $79.97 (reg. $159) through Dec. 8.
Opens in a new window Credit: Mesay Mini Digital Night Vision Binoculars with 1080p HD Recording $79.97Gift shopping for outdoorsy folk can feel like your own mountain to climb. It's not just that a lot of outdoor gear is expensive. It's also tough to find equipment that's reliable enough to bring on an adventure and fun enough to justify popping a bow on it.
Don't worry. The answer is a pair of night-vision binoculars, and they're not as expensive as they sound. These Mini Portable Digital night Vision Binoculars have a 4x digital zoom and can see in total darkness, but they're still only $79.97 (reg. $159).
From bird watching to owl spottingCompact enough to fit in a pocket, these night-vision binoculars are a shoo-in for the next camping trip. Their durable design and advanced infrared technology also make them so fun to have, even if you're just out on a walk. The 10x magnification lets you see more of the world, and the 2.4-inch HD screen lets you watch it back.
The fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down. These night vision binoculars can see up to 1,000 feet away in complete darkness. Take your bird watching to the next level, or just find your way back to the campsite after the call of the wild called a little too late at night.
These binoculars have seven adjustable brightness levels and four viewing modes — color, black and white, luminous green, and infrared — so they can adapt right along with you. The built-in lithium battery powers hours of use and is replaceable, so you don't need to sit around waiting for a full battery.
Whether your loved one is an avid hiker, bird watcher, or amateur photographer, these binoculars take their adventures to the next level, and maybe they'll even bring you along for the ride.
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TL;DR: This 1TB flash drive connects to USB-A and USB-C ports, and it's only $69.97 (reg. $109).
Opens in a new window Credit: UGR Tech Dual USB-C + USB-A 3.2 High Speed Flash Drive (1TB) $69.97Cloud storage is good for a lot of things, but transferring files without an internet connection isn't one of them. If you need a more reliable way to access your files, just save them on a flash drive. Don't have enough space? Check out this Dual USB-C and USB-A 1TB Flash Drive that's on sale for $69.97 during Cyber Week.
1TB in your pocketIt may be small, but it also might be able to hold your computer's whole hard drive. This sleek 1TB flash drive has two ways to connect. One side has a USB-A connector, and the other side connects to USB-C devices. Altogether, you can connect this flash drive to most smart devices, which means no more waiting for your files to go through the internet when you're transferring between devices.
Read and write speeds reach up to 20-30MB/S. You don't need to install any drivers or log into any accounts to access your storage.
Any hard storage runs the risk of physical damage. This flash drive has a little extra protection with an anti-drop design, dustproof seals, and a waterproof body. The whole thing is wrapped in an aluminum shell. Just don't go diving with it.
Until December 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT, you can get a Dual USB-C and USB-A High Speed 1TB Flash Drive for $69.97. And shipping is free.
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TL;DR: Sleep easy on a six-piece set of hypoallergenic bamboo-blend luxury bedding, on sale for only $30.97 (reg. $129).
Opens in a new window Credit: Bed Bath Fashions 6-piece bamboo-blend comfort luxury sheet set $30.97As temperatures drop, curling up in bed becomes the highlight of chilly evenings. But old, scratchy sheets can ruin even the coziest of nights. Good thing Cyber Week has a bedroom upgrade for that too. These bamboo-blend bed sheets are soft, warm, and hypoallergenic. If you're going to be spending more time bundled up, best not to sneeze the whole way through.
Pick up a six-piece set of this bamboo-blend bedding on sale for $30.97 (reg. $129) while you can.
What makes these sheets so specialThis six-piece set comes with fitted and flat sheets and four pillowcases, and you'll be glad you can drape your entire bed in this supple fabric. Made from a premium blend of bamboo and microfiber, these sheets are as silky as they are practical. Their hypoallergenic properties make them ideal for sensitive skin, while their moisture-wicking design makes sure you stay comfortable all night long.
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Whether you’re looking to refresh your own bedroom or searching for the perfect gift, this bedding set offers comfort, style, and practicality in one cozy package.
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2025 is looking to be an utterly bonkers year at the movies. New films are expected from such obsessed-over stars as Pedro Pascal, Florence Pugh, Will Ferrell, Robert Pattinson, Ke Huy Quan, and Michael B. Jordan. Celebrated directors like Antoine Fuqua, Barry Levinson, Akiva Schaffer, and Jon M. Chu have highly anticipated projects on the way. Beloved characters like Paddington, Captain America, Bridget Jones, Ethan Hunt, and SpongeBob SquarePants will pop up for fresh fun. And a barrage of sequels, reboots, adaptations, and bold new visions are already on the release calendar.
Whether you're seeking spine-tingling chills, side-splitting comedy, heart-wrenching drama, mind-bending thrills, or bone-crunching action, 2025 has cinema made with you in mind. We've scoured the trailers, casting announcements, and every scrap of entertainment news worth reading to map out what the year in movies will look like. And there are plenty of exciting options ahead of us.
Here's Mashable's 2025 movie preview, organized by release date.
JanuaryBetter ManSick and tired of bog-standard biopics? Well, let Robbie Williams and company entertain you with a rags-to-riches musical biography that plays like Billy Elliot meets Rocketman meets Planet of the Apes.
The English pop icon not only provides a cheeky narration to Better Man, but he also embraces The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey's wild idea to transform its central subject from bad boy to rowdy chimpanzee. Actor Jonno Davies (Hunters) and the Wētā FX team collaborate to create a portrait of Williams that is as outrageous as it is riveting.
But that's not all. Better Man also boasts extraordinary musical numbers that combine Williams' hits with spirited choreography and awe-inspiring staging that turns everything from double-decker buses, glamorous yachts, and dodgy drug dens into a stage fit for a king of showmanship. As I cheered in Mashable's rave review out of TIFF 2024, "Rich in vibrant emotion, body-rocking musical numbers, daring performances, and a scorching tenderness, Better Man more than rocks. It rules."
Starring: Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton, Alison Steadman, Damon Herriman, Raechelle Banno, Anthony Hayes, and Kate Mulvany
How to watch: Better Man opens in theaters everywhere on Jan. 10, with a Paramount+ debut to follow.
Back in ActionCraving some kick-butt comedy? Well, get ready for Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz to leap back into stunt-packed comedy with Back in Action.
Centering on a couple who were once spies and are now dedicated parents to their two children, this romp from Horrible Bosses helmer Seth Gordon pitches its heroes — well — "back in action." The film's first teaser gave a sense of the kind of fight scenes, family funniness, and enthralling chemistry its headliners share. It's a fine-looking movie, but it's especially exhilarating to see Diaz and Foxx back on screen.
Starring: Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Kyle Chandler, Andrew Scott, Jamie Demetriou, McKenna Roberts, Rylan Jackson, and Glenn Close
How to watch: Back in Action debuts on Netflix Jan. 17.
Wolf ManAfter the rousing success of his rebooted Invisible Man, writer/director Leigh Whannell returns with a new vision of Wolf Man. For this fresh spin on a classic Universal Monster, Whannell begins with a familiar horror scenario: A metropolitan couple goes to the country for what should be a dreamy getaway — but turns into a dark nightmare.
Poor Things' Christopher Abbott stars as Blake, a San Francisco family man who takes his wife (Apartment 7A's Julia Garner) and child (Matilda Firth) to the house he's recently inherited, which lies in a remote, wooded part of Oregon. An accident with their moving van gets them off to an awful start. But things get worse when a roaring beast chases them through the forest, far from cell phone reception. And now dear daddy has a festering bite on his arm. What could this possibly mean for this family of three? (Nothing good.)
Starring: Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, Matilda Firth, Sam Jaeger, Ben Prendergast, and Benedict Hardie
How to watch: Wolf Man opens in theaters Jan. 17.
GraftedHow far would you go to be beautiful or fit in? Director Sasha Rainbow chases this question down in the grisly horror-thriller Grafted.
This stomach-churning story of self-discovery (and self-destruction) begins with Wei (Joyena Sun), a Chinese student who travels to New Zealand on a scholarship to pursue medical research. There, she is beguiled by her popular cousin Angela (Jess Hong) and her friends, but is swiftly shunned because of her social awkwardness and a facial difference that she views as a curse. Could science give her a fresh face and a new lease on life? But at what cost?
Starring: Joyena Sun, Jess Hong, Jared Turner
How to watch: Grafted debuts on Shudder Jan. 24.
InheritanceNeil Burger (Limitless, Divergent) helms an espionage thriller about the ties that bind (and maybe suffocate).
After the death of her mother, a young woman named Maya (Phoebe Dynevor) sees her estranged dad (Rhys Ifans) re-enter her life. But it's more a business proposition than a loving father-daughter moment. As seen in the trailer above, he offers her a gig as a spy, and when he goes missing, she finds herself on the run, trapped in a web of subterfuge, globe-trekking, and conspiracy. Will she prove to be her father's daughter? Or something greater?
Starring: Phoebe Dynevor and Rhys Ifans
How to watch: Inheritance opens in theaters Jan. 24.
One of Them DaysFrom Insecure producer Issa Rae, Insecure writer Syreeta Singleton, and Rap Sh!t director Lawrence Lamont, One of Them Days is a tale of female friendship in a time of financial hardship. Keke Palmer and SZA star as broke besties Dreux and Alyssa, who need to make rent by 6 p.m. or face eviction from their Los Angeles apartment. So, how can they come up with some quick cash?
A first trailer studded with stars gives some ideas. Perhaps a predatory loan? (Katt Williams warns no!) Selling your blood? Well, that's a dicier proposition when a newbie nurse played by Abbott Elementary's Janelle James comes on the scene. Even trying to get into the sneaker-selling business can be brutal. What else do these queens of comedy have in store for us in 2015? We can't wait to find out.
Starring: Keke Palmer, SZA, Janelle James, Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams, and Maude Apatow
How to watch: One of Them Days opens in theaters Jan. 24.
PresenceDirector Steven Soderbergh and screenwriter David Koepp previously teamed up for the tech-paranoia thriller Kimi. Now, they've reunited for a ghost story that's told from the perspective of the ghost.
SEE ALSO: 'Presence' review: Steven Soderbergh and David Koepp deliver a uniquely thrilling ghost storySoderbergh himself shoulders the camera, providing a first-person (or first-spirit) point of view for the whole of Presence. As I wrote in my review out of TIFF, "Presence is extraordinary for all it tells through its moving camerawork alone."
The film follows a family whose interpersonal dramas fascinate the unseen and unheard (but not unfelt!) presence that floats among them. Who is the ghost? What does it have to do with the often-bickering family of four? Presence will reveal its secrets in theaters.
Starring: Lucy Liu, Julia Fox, Callina Liang, Eddy Maday, West Mulholland, and Chris Sullivan
How to watch: Presence opens in theaters Jan. 24.
You're Cordially InvitedForget Bridezillas and Bride Wars. This kooky R-rated comedy is about the hilarious mayhem that happens when you pit a devoted father of the bride (Will Ferrell) against a loyal sister of another bride (Reese Witherspoon).
When a gorgeous lakeside wedding venue accidentally double-books two nuptials, the brides-to-be (Geraldine Viswanathan and Meredith Hagner) are kept blissfully unaware as their relatives duke it out for the picture-perfect celebration of love. Coming from writer/director Nicholas Stoller, the filmmaker behind such heart-warming and hilarious comedies as Neighbors and Forgetting Sarah Marshall, You're Cordially Invited is destined to delight.
Starring: Will Ferrell, Reese Witherspoon, Geraldine Viswanathan, and Meredith Hagner
How to watch: You're Cordially Invited comes to Prime Video Jan. 30.
CompanionGive yourself over to some truly wild love with Companion. As proudly proclaimed by the twisted teaser above, this film comes from New Line Cinema, the studio behind Nicolas Sparks' romance The Notebook and the deeply deranged horror-thriller Barbarian. And Companion appears to be the love child between these two very different movies.
Jack Quaid (Star Trek: Lower Decks, Scream 5) and Sophie Thatcher (Yellowjackets, The Boogeyman) co-star as a couple engaged in a violent romance. Is this going the way of Natural Born Killers, Badlands, or True Romance? We can't wait to find out.
Starring: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Harvey Guillén, and Rupert Friend
How to watch: Companion opens in theaters Jan. 31.
FebruaryHeart EyesJosh Ruben has steadily been carving out a name for himself in horror-comedies. In 2020, he wrote, directed, and starred in the clever and creepy anthology offering Scare Me alongside the enchantingly smirking Aya Cash. The following year he unleashed Werewolves Within, a lupine whodunnit filled with comedy notables. Now, he's taking aim at Valentine's Day with the slasher Heart Eyes.
The film's first teaser gives a glimpse of the titular killer, along with some of the tropes it'll hit — like a lovers' lane slaying. But chiefly, this preview gives a great sense of the gore in store and a glimpse at Ruben's sick sense of humor. So, date night viewing is all set.
Starring: Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding, Gigi Zumbado, Michaela Watkins, Devon Sawa, and Jordana Brewster
How to watch: Heart Eyes opens in theaters Feb. 7.
Love HurtsEverything Everywhere All at Once Oscar–winner Ke Huy Quan steps out of supporting roles and into the leading man position for Love Hurts. This action-comedy promises to make the most out of his moxie, as well as his skill for fight choreography and pratfalls.
To his friends and neighbors in the Milwaukee suburbs, Marvin Gable (Quan) is a mild-mannered real estate agent, quick with a smile and a heart-shaped cookie. But on one fateful Valentine's Day, his dark past comes back to haunt him. More specifically, his former partner-in-crime Rose (West Side Story Oscar–winner Ariana DeBose) resurfaces, along with plenty of trouble. Get ready for fight scenes, bonkers action, and — of course — the rousing music of THE Celine Dion!
Starring: Ke Huy Quan, Ariana DeBose, Marshawn Lynch, Mustafa Shakir, Lio Tipton, Rhys Darby, André Eriksen, and Sean Astin
How to watch: Love Hurts opens in theaters Feb. 7.
The Witcher: Sirens of the DeepThe follow-up to The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, this animated adventure delves deeper into the fantastical world portrayed in Andrzej Sapkowski's Witcher novels, which spawned both the popular video game series and the Henry Cavill-fronted Netflix series. Specifically, Sirens of the Deep is inspired by a short story called "A Little Sacrifice," which can be found in Sapkowski's short story collection Sword of Destiny.
As you can tell from the trailer, this film will follow the Witcher through a new war, which involves sexy sirens, a fleet of sharks, and some high-seas action to boot. Are you ready?
Starring: Doug Cockle, Joey Batey, Anya Chalotra, and Christina Wren
How to watch: The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep debuts on Netflix Feb. 11.
Bridget Jones: Mad About the BoyFirst, there was Bridget Jones's Diary. Next came Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, and then there was Bridget Jones's Baby. It's been 24 years since Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant first set hearts aflame as a hot but mismatched pair of lovers, and now they've reunited for a fresh misadventure about fiftysomethings who've grown older, but not up.
Based on Helen Fielding's novel of the same name, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy catches up with its eponymous heroine as she navigates the terrain of dating as a widowed mother. (RIP, MARK DARCY!) While her old roguish flame Daniel Cleaver (Grant) is still about, she's got hot prospects in a much-younger beau (Leo Woodall) and a dashing gentleman (Chiwetel Ejiofor). But who delivered her a night of mind-blowing sex? We'll find out this Valentine's Day.
Starring: Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, Jim Broadbent, Gemma Jones, Isla Fisher, Josette Simon, Nico Parker, and Leila Farzad
How to watch: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy debuts on Peacock Feb. 13.
Paddington in Peru2025 is starting off kind and polite with the marmalade-loving bear, Paddington.
The first two installments, Paddington and Paddington 2, shared his stories of coming to England, befriending the Brown family, and dodging the clutches of a tenacious taxidermist and the schemes of a self-obsessed actor. For Paddington in Peru, the eponymous hero is returning to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy (Imelda Staunton), who has gone missing in the Amazon jungle!
What part in this adventure will a chipper nun played by Olivia Colman and a swaggering treasure hunter portrayed by Antonio Banderas have to play? We can't wait to discover whatever silly shenanigans this much-anticipated family film has to offer.
Starring: Ben Whishaw, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, and Carla Tous
How to watch: Paddington in Peru opens in theaters Feb. 14.
Captain America: Brave New WorldThe fourth installment of the Captain America film series dovetails as a sequel to the TV drama The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. So, you might want to begin revisiting all of the above (and four Avengers movies) ahead of Captain America: Brave New World.
In this much anticipated action-thriller, Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) takes on the mantle of Captain America, confronting an international incident with a superhero style all his own. Directed by Julius Onah (Luce), Captain America: Brave New World also brings Harrison Ford into the MCU as U.S. President Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross. Even if you're not up on the comics, the teaser poster alone — featuring hulking red fingers palming Captain America's signature shield — promises a mighty foe sure to bring the fight-scene spectacle audiences crave.
Starring: Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Xosha Roquemore, Carl Lumbly, Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson, and Harrison Ford
How to watch: Captain America: Brave New World opens in theaters Feb. 14.
The MonkeyRemember those terrifying toy monkeys that would clang terrible cymbals while staring at you with red, beady eyes? Back in 1980, this creepy critter inspired a Stephen King short story. And in 2025, Osgood Perkins, the freaky filmmaker behind Longlegs, is bringing his film adaptation of The Monkey to theaters. For added oomph, this cheeky thriller is produced by James Wan.
Theo James stars as twin brothers Bill and Hal, who find the horrid toy in their father's attic. But no sooner does this artifact get dusted off than people begin to die. Coincidence? Or curse?
Starring: Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, Elijah Wood, Christian Convery, Colin O'Brien, Rohan Campbell, and Sarah Levy
How to watch: The Monkey opens in theaters Feb. 21.
Last BreathIn 2019, director Alex Parkinson delivered an intense documentary about the rescue effort to save a deep sea diver trapped on a seabed with only minutes of oxygen left in his tank. Now, Parkinson is re-imagining this incredible story with a star-studded cast in a thriller sure to take your breath away. Both are named Last Breath.
While a storm rages above, a diver leagues below seems doomed. But not if his team has anything to say about it. Woody Harrelson brings his grizzled determination to a story of courage, brotherhood, and the risk of going where most men fear to tread (or swim).
Starring: Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu, Finn Cole, and Cliff Curtis
How to watch: Last Breath opens in theaters Feb. 28.
MarchNight of the ZoopocalypseGot kiddos who love scary stuff? Well, then mark your family's calendar for Night of the Zoopocalypse, a zombie movie sure to excite the budding horror fan in your household.
Directed by Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro, this animated offering begins in the Colepepper Zoo, where the human visitors are protected from the animal inhabitants by glass and barred enclosures. But when a strange comet drops an extraterrestrial virus into the zoo, who will protect the animals from its zombie-fying effects? Leave it to an unlikely ensemble — a wolf, mountain lion, lemur, capybara, and pygmy hippo — to not only survive but also save the day!
Starring: David Harbour, Scott Thompson, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Gabbi Kosmidis
How to watch: Night of the Zoopocalypse opens in theaters March 7.
The Rule of Jenny Pen John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush star in "The Rule of Jenny Pen." Credit: IFC / shudderIn the fall of 2024, The Rule of Jenny Pen got tongues wagging when it played the genre-loving Fantastic Fest. This freaky horror offering from director James Ashcroft (helmer of the exceptionally harrowing Coming Home in the Dark) also won the praise of the one and only Stephen King. Per Dread Central, the king of horror tweeted, "I watched one of the best movies I’ve seen this year. It’s called The Rule of Jenny Pen, and I urge you to watch it when it appears on Shudder."
Geoffrey Rush stars as an arrogant judge named Stefan Mortensen, who is laid low by a near-fatal stroke. Partially paralyzed and moved to a retirement home, his situation gets much, much worse when he collides with a fellow resident, Dave Crealy (Lithgow) who expertly switches from genial to malicious. With Mortensen essentially cornered, Crealy inflicts on him a twisted game he calls "the Rule of Jenny Pen," employing an odd doll as an instrument of torment. When the staff fails to step in, it's up the judge to make his own ruling, and bring down a sentence on Crealy and his Jenny.
Starring: John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush
How to watch: The Rule of Jenny Pen opens in theaters March 7.
SinnersRyan Coogler, the acclaimed filmmaker behind Black Panther and Creed, reteams with Michael B. Jordan for Sinners, an original thriller that has the bloody whiff of a vampire myth.
Jordan stars as twins who try to leave the troubles of their lives behind by returning to their hometown. Unfortunately for them, a rancid evil has creeped in and rules the night. This first teaser is enticing, offering a period piece that promises genre thrills and a political subtext. Plus, since it's slated to be released in IMAX, Sinners seems assured to be a visual stunner.
Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, and Delroy Lindo
How to watch: Sinners opens in theaters March 7.
Black BagAll we know about Black Bag at the time of publishing is it's a spy drama that — like Presence — brings together screenwriter David Koepp and director Steven Soderbergh. And for added intrigue, the cast is led by Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. Consider us seated.
Starring: Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Regé-Jean Page, Marisa Abela, Naomie Harris, Pierce Brosnan, and Tom Burke
How to watch: Black Bag opens in theaters March 14.
Alto KnightsPreviously, director Barry Levinson has collaborated with leading man Robert De Niro on a barrage of very different movies, ranging from the dark crime drama Sleepers to the political satire Wag the Dog to the madcap mobster comedy Analyze That (which Levinson produced) and the Bernie Madoff biopic The Wizard of Lies. Their latest team-up, Alto Knights, could be anything from hard-nosed pathos to a wacky comedy. However, since it's scripted by Nicholas Pileggi (Goodfellas, Casino), this is most certainly a gangster movie that places De Niro in his sweet spot. But the 81-year-old, two-time Oscar winner won't be on cruise control here.
Named for the notorious New York social club, Alto Kings will focus on the feud between warring crime bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello — with De Niro in both roles. Sold. Who needs a trailer?
Starring: Robert De Niro, Cosmo Jarvis, Debra Messing, and Matt Servitto
How to watch: Alto Knights opens in theaters March 21.
Snow WhiteDisney continues to turn their animated classics into live-action re-imaginings with Snow White. Starring as the eponymous princess is West Side Story's Rachel Zegler, who can be seen singing and dancing with the lovable seven dwarves in the teaser above. And that's lovely. But we're here for Gal Gadot serving face (the fairest in the land?) as the wicked queen. She shined as Wonder Woman. Now, as one of Disney's baddest baddies, Gadot is downright glorious.
With a screenplay from Barbie's Greta Gerwig and Secretary's Erin Cressida Wilson, Snow White could be a fresh take on this age-old tale. Helmed by Marc Webb (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, 500 Days of Summer), this princess tale will likely have a dash of cutting wit to help the apple bite go down.
Starring: Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot
How to watch: Snow White opens in theaters March 21.
AprilA Minecraft MovieFrom Jared Hess, the mind that brought us the offbeat genius of Napoleon Dynamite, comes A Minecraft Movie. And yeah, it's going get about as weird as chucking quesadillas at a llama named Tina.
Inspired by the massively popular sandbox video game, A Minecraft Movie is a live-action movie in which a band of misfits — played by Jason Momoa, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Sebastian Eugene Hansen — end up in a bizarre land that's made of cubes. There, imagination is key to the game — and survival! But fear not. Though they're stalked by hedges and square-headed hogs, our unlikely heroes have an almighty mentor/"toolbag" named Steve (Jack Black).
Starring: Jason Momoa, Jennifer Coolidge, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, Matt Berry, and Sebastian Eugene Hansen
How to watch: A Minecraft Movie opens April 4.
The AmateurRami Malek headlines this espionage thriller as Charlie Heller, a sharp and shy CIA decoder who is happy working a desk job at Langley. That is, until his beloved wife is killed in a London terrorist attack. Furious that his supervisors aren't leaping into action to track down those responsible, Charlie goes into the field on his own. To get the revenge he seeks, he'll not only have to survive a hunt for this homicidal squad, but also his colleagues trying to stop him.
From the looks of this first trailer, The Amateur offers a tense tale, studded with dramatic twists, cat-and-mouse thrills, and some ruthless — and inventive — kills. You had us at a shattering rooftop pool.
Starring: Rami Malek, Rachel Brosnahan, Caitríona Balfe, Holt McCallany, Julianne Nicholson, Adrian Martinez, and Laurence Fishburne
How to watch: The Amateur opens in theaters April 11.
DropFilmmaker Christopher Landon has made such darkly funny horror-comedies as the time-loop slasher Happy Death Day and its sequel, as well as the body-swap killer-thriller Freaky. He also wrote the screenplay for the teen twist on Rear Window that is Disturbia. He's leaving colleges and teen hysterics behind for Drop.
Written by Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach, this horror-thriller centers on a widowed mother who's back on the dating scene. But when a series of spooky anonymous texts flood her phone while she's on a first date, she has to wonder if she's being harassed by the wanna-be beau before her.
Starring: Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Violett Beane, and Ed Weeks
How to watch: Drop opens in theaters April 11.
Mickey 17Bong Joon-ho is a modern master of genre-bending cinema, having bestowed upon viewers the gnarly yet funny serial killer thriller Memories of Murder, the humorous yet scary monster movie The Host, the wickedly entertaining eat-the-rich comedy Parasite, and the tense yet quirky end-of-the-world action epic Snowpiercer. Now, he's got his sights set on space.
Robert Pattinson stars in Mickey 17, named for the 17th printing of an earthling who has signed up to be an "expendable." For the layperson, that means Mickey has agreed to take on dangerous space jobs that could kill him. But no bother, because the company can print out a new body for his conscientiousness to inhabit if anything happens to him physically. However, when Mickey literally comes face-to-face with himself, this multiples mistake has everyone in a violent uproar. It's mayhem the way only Bong Joon-ho can imagine it.
Starring: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo
How to watch: Mickey 17 opens in theaters April 18.
Until DawnAdapted from the spooky Supermassive video game, Until Dawn follows a group of teens to a remote ski lodge for a getaway they'll never forget. It was there, one year ago, that a cruel prank led to twin sisters rushing out into the cold, dark forest, never to be seen again. With their friends reunited, the truth of what happened that night could come out — along with a vengeance streak that could end them all.
Directed by David F. Sandberg (Annabelle: Creation), this Until Dawn has recast most of the characters, though the deliciously devilish Peter Stormare will reprise his role from the game as Dr. Alan J. Hill.
Starring: Ella Rubin, Michael Cimino, Ji-young Yoo, Odessa A'zion, Maia Mitchell, Belmont Cameli, and Peter Stormare
How to watch: Until Dawn opens April 25.
MayThunderbolts*What superhero fatigue? The MCU is back again with its 36th installment, Thunderbolts*, which is sort of the Marvel version of Suicide Squad.
United by CIA director Valentine de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), misfit antiheroes like Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Bucky (Sebastian Stan), Red Guardian (David Harbour), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), and John Walker (Wyatt Russell) take on an even bigger Big Bad. But don't expect them to be all noble about it. They're more about the snarking and the smoldering. Lucky us.
Starring: Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Olga Kurylenko, Hannah John-Kamen, Rachel Weisz, Wyatt Russell, Lewis Pullman, David Harbour, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus
How to watch: Thunderbolts* opens in theaters May 2.
AtlantisFollowing his musical biopic filled with LEGO flare, Piece by Piece, Pharrell Williams is looking to dive deeper into his past with Atlantis. Named for the housing complex in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where he grew up, this musical promises to be a real dazzler. Not only does it boast a long list of stars from music, TV, and film, but also it's being helmed by Michel Gondry, the visionary behind such surreal movies as Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, The Science of Sleep, and Mood Indigo.
So, prepare for your mind to be blown and your ears to be happy.
Starring: Janelle Monáe, Brian Tyree Henry, Quinta Brunson, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Halle Bailey, Tim Meadows, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Jaboukie Young-White, and Missy Elliott
How to watch: Atlantis opens in theaters May 9.
Mission: Impossible — The Final ReckoningTom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning, the sequel to 2023's explosively entertaining Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One.
Picking up where the seventh entry left off, this movie will chase Hunt as he seeks the key-like MacGuffin to topple a worrisome A.I. known as "The Entity." That means facing off against power-hungry foes, putting his loyal team at risk, plunging into a flood submarine, and lots, and lots, and lots of running. What can we say? Mission: Impossible knows what we want.
Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg, Vanessa Kirby, Ving Rhames, Pom Klementieff, and Esai Morales
How to watch: Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning opens in theaters May 23.
Karate Kid: LegendsRalph Macchio returns as Daniel LaRusso in Karate Kid: Legends. This, the sixth film in the martial arts franchise, brings together the stories of Karate Kid 1 to 3, and the 2010 reboot, which starred Jackie Chan as a Mr. Miyagi-like mentor named Mr. Han.
In Karate Kid: Legends, Daniel and Mr. Han team up in Beijing to train a new prodigy named Li Fong (American Born Chinese's Ben Wang). But something tells me their teaching styles may not exactly align!
Starring: Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, Ming-Na Wen, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, and Ralph Macchio
How to watch: Karate Kid: Legends opens in theaters May 30.
JuneFrom the World of John Wick: BallerinaKnives Out's Ana de Armas headlines this John Wick spinoff, which is set during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. The film's first trailer (seen above) teases how the story of ballerina/assassin-in-training Eve collides with Keanu Reeve's puppy-avenging badass. They have friends in common, like NYC's Continental Hotel manager Winston Scott (Ian McShane). Reeves himself is also slated to pop up in Ballerina. However, as Eve looks equally adept at shooting, martial arts, and looking killer cool whether dancing or brawling, this spin-off seems certain to entertain Wick's biggest fans.
Starring: Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Norman Reedus, Ian McShane and Keanu Reeves
How to watch: From the World of John Wick: Ballerina opens June 6.
ElioDisney and Pixar are offering audiences a fresh vision of alien-human interaction this summer with Elio.
Named for its eponymous underdog, Elio centers on a young boy who is mistakenly identified as the head of Earth, and so is swept away to meet an extraterrestrial delegation eager to understand our planet and its inhabitants. (Good luck!) Representing not just all humans but all life on Earth puts a lot of pressure on this charismatic kiddo. But on this journey, he's sure to make strange (and silly) new friends, and find his inner strength. And hijinks. We comfortably predict spacey hijinks.
Starring: America Ferrera, Yonas Kibreab, Jameela Jamil, Zoe Saldana, and Brad Garrett
How to watch: Elio opens in theaters June 13.
How to Train Your DragonCressida Cowell's enchanting book series How to Train Your Dragon first launched a fleet of high-flying animated movies and spinoff cartoon series. Now, writer/director Dean DeBlois, who's been at the helm of these movies since the first outing in 2010, is back with a live-action re-imagining.
The Black Phone's Mason Thames will step into the shivering shoes of Hiccup, while The Last of Us' Nico Parker will play his crush, Viking girl Astrid. Gerard Butler is reprising his role as Hiccup's hard-nosed dad Stoick the Vast, while Nick Frost, Y2K''s Julian Dennison, and The Fall of the House of Usher's Ruth Codd join the cast as Vikings.
Starring: Mason Thames, Nico Parker, Nick Frost, Julian Dennison, Gerard Butler, and Ruth Codd
How to watch: How to Train Your Dragon opens in theaters June 13.
28 Years LaterFirst, there was 28 Days Later, then 28 Weeks Later. Now, director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland are back with 28 Years Later, delivering a devastating new dose of dystopia on a zombie-laden (well, infected-persons-laden) planet.
Set long after the second film in this frightening franchise, 28 Years Later finds the Rage Virus ravaging the world as a squad of very attractive survivors struggle to remain uninfected. I don't know anything else about the characters, but look at that cast. It's a smokeshow ensemble!
Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes, Jack O’Connell, and Cillian Murphy
How to watch: 28 Years Later opens June 20.
M3GAN 2.0Among Mashable's most anticipated movies of 2025 is Blumhouse's sequel to M3GAN. Sure, the killer AI doll bit it at the conclusion of the first movie. But that ending definitely left room for her to return. Will it be in the M3GAN vs M3GAN face-off we dream of? Will she step up her dance moves to make M3GAN 2.0 a full-blown horror musical? It's too soon to say.
But good news already abounds: M3GAN's director Gerard Johnstone and writer Akela Cooper are back for this enticing sequel, as are Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, and Jenna Davis, who provides the killer doll's perfectly prim yet menacing voice. And thrilling news for Kiwi comedy fans — Jemaine Clement (Flight of the Conchords, 2014's What We Do In the Shadows) is joining the fun in an undisclosed role. Will he be friend or foe to M3GAN 2.0?
Starring: Allison Williams, Jenna Davis, Violet McGraw, Timm Sharp, Aristotle Athari, and Jemaine Clement
How to watch: M3GAN 2.0 opens June 27.
F1Brad Pitt drives into the high-octane world of Formula One racing with F1. Starring opposite The Banshees of Inisherin's Kerry Condon and Being the Ricardos' Javier Bardem, Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former pro driver who comes out of retirement to mentor a new prodigy on the scene (Damson Idris).
Reuniting Top Gun: Maverick's director Joseph Kosinski and writer Ehren Kruger, F1 is sure to offer action, macho drama, and a hero who doesn't know the meaning of the word "quit."
Starring: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, and Shea Whigham
How to watch: F1 opens June 27.
JulyJurassic World RebirthThe Jurassic Park franchise roars on, this time leaving behind Chris Pratt, Bryce-Dallas Howard, and the first film's iconic trio of Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum. As this sequel's title suggests, Jurassic World Rebirth brings in a new group of kids and grown-ups who should know better to mess with dinosaurs at their own peril.
SEE ALSO: 'Jurassic World: Dominion' review: A big, dumb animal that deserves extinctionSet five years after Jurassic World: Dominion, the seventh installment in the Jurassic Park film series will follow an expedition to a tropical region, where three mighty prehistoric beasts could hold the cure to some of humanity's woes. Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali lead a star-studded cast, but we're most excited about the return of Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp (Presence, Kimi, Death Becomes Her) to the series. Teaming with The Creator helmer Gareth Edwards, this dynamic duo could make these movies watchable again!
Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo
How to watch: Jurassic World Rebirth opens July 2.
Superman View this post on InstagramOn Instagram, writer/director James Gunn shared this first look at David Corenswet as Superman, signaling a reset for Warner Bros. superhero movies. Say goodbye to the DCEU and hello to the DCU, a relaunched franchise that will build from Superman.
The official logline for this reboot is as follows (courtesy of Variety): "[Superman] tells the story of Superman’s journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice, and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned."
Starring: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, and Nicholas Hoult
How to watch: Superman opens in theaters July 11.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps Tweet may have been deletedThe Fantastic Four are getting rebooted and ushered into the MCU in 2025. While the plot details of this superpowered quartet's new adventure are under wraps, fans have plenty of reason to shriek in anticipation from the cast alone. Director Matt Shakman managed to cast three of the internet's boyfriends in The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Stranger Things' Joseph Quinn will play the fiery Johnny "The Human Torch" Storm. The Bear's Ebon Moss-Bachrach will give gruff but lovable a new go as Ben "Thing" Grimm. And Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us will swagger into the role of Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic. Rounding out the foursome as Sue "The Invisible Woman" Storm is The Crown's Vanessa Kirby. And with Robert Downey Jr. coming back to the MCU — not as Tony Stark but as Fantastic Four foe Doctor Doom — might we anticipate he'll pop up here?
Starring: Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn
How to watch: The Fantastic Four: First Steps opens in theaters July 25.
AugustThe Naked GunYep. They're rebooting Naked Gun. And if you — like me — grew up with the dynamically dopey Leslie Nielsen as Detective Sergeant Frank Drebin, you might be dubious of any attempt at recasting. To that I say: They got Liam Neeson. And by "they," I mean The Lonely Island's Akiva Schaffer, co-writer/co-director of Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping. If anyone could recapture the magic of this trilogy, it's the bonkers brains behind one of the best mockumentaries of all time
Plus, Neeson is no stranger to turning his tough guy persona into cop-centered comedy. In The Lego Movie, he expertly pivoted between voicing the two-faced Good Cop/Bad Cop. In Derry Girls, he played Chief Constable Byers, who was befuddled by the rants of the annoying Uncle Colm. And if you want to go way back, he played a horny, homicidal, and hilarious ghost in 1988's haunted house comedy High Spirits. Simply put, we're optimistic about this curious comedic reboot.
Starring: Liam Neeson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, Pamela Anderson, Danny Huston, and Cody Rhodes
How to watch: The Naked Gun opens Aug. 1.
Nobody 2In 2021, Better Call Saul star Bob Odenkirk turned action hero in Nobody, a dark comedy about a former assassin turned office worker who falls back into that violent life — whether he likes it or not. Well, one good turn (at the box office) deserves another, so Odenkirk is reprising his role as Hutch Mansell, former contract killer. Much of the old gang is back, in fact, including Connie Nielsen as Hutch's wife, Becca, and RZA as his brother, Harry. New to the team is The Shadow Strays director Timo Tjahjanto, who's taken up the helm. So anticipate action that is jaw-dropping, if not downright jaw-breaking.
Starring: Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, RZA, Christopher Lloyd, Sharon Stone, Colin Hanks, and John Ortiz
How to watch: Nobody 2 opens Aug. 15.
Thread: An Insidious TaleThe Lambert family isn't the focus of this spin-off film, though it's still set within the world of Insidious. Following the horrors in Insidious: The Red Door, Thread: An Insidious Tale will star Mandy Moore and Kumail Nanjiani as a pair of grieving parents who attempt to travel back in time to prevent the death of their daughter. How does The Further factor in? We'll see this summer.
Starring: Mandy Moore and Kumail Nanjiani
How to watch: Thread: An Insidious Tale opens Aug. 29.
SeptemberThe Conjuring: Last RitesCritics may have eye-rolled over The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, but the third movie in the Ed and Lorraine Warren franchise made bank at the box office. So, Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga will return as the Christian couple who combat supernatural evils through faith.
The Devil Made Me Do It director Michael Chaves is back at the helm, with The Conjuring 1 and 2 helmer James Wan producing. What case from the Warren Files might they plumb next?
Starring: Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson
How to watch: The Conjuring: Last Rites opens in theaters Sept. 5.
Downton Abbey 3Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes reteams with Downton Abbey: A New Era director Simon Curtis for the third spin-off movie from the deeply adored English drama series. Also back will be much of the cast we've come to love for their upstairs posturing and downstairs drama.
Starring: Hugh Bonneville, Dominic West, Elizabeth McGovern, Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Phyllis Logan, Robert James-Collier, Joanne Froggatt, Allen Leech, Penelope Wilton, Lesley Nicol, Michael Fox, Raquel Cassidy, Brendan Coyle, Kevin Doyle, Harry Hadden-Paton, Sophie McShera, Douglas Reith, and Dominic West
How to watch: Downtown Abbey 3 opens in theaters Sept 12.
Saw XIThis frightening slasher franchise is going strong. Following the critical acclaim and box office success of Saw X, director Kevin Greutert returns with an 11th installment that promises to be grisly. Beyond graphic violence and gnarly kills, we're not sure what else to expect at this point. But Saw fans don't need anything else to be marking their calendars.
Starring: TBD
How to watch: Saw XI opens in theaters Sept. 26.
The Bride!The Wolf Man isn't the only Universal Monster getting a makeover in 2025. Maggie Gyllenhaal pulls double duty as writer/director of The Bride! — an intriguing re-imagining of the iconic 1935 classic The Bride of Frankenstein. Pulling inspiration from James Whale's sequel to Frankenstein and the original sci-fi novel of Mary Shelley, Gyllenhaal carves a new chapter for her bride.
Set in 1930s Chicago, The Bride! follows a murdered young woman (Men's Jessie Buckley), who is resurrected by Dr. Euphronius to be the romantic partner to his monster (Christian Bale). But this revived heroine has more than love on her mind, and she evades police while engaging in a fight for radical social change. Let's go, ghouls!
Starring: Christian Bale, Jessie Buckley, Peter Sarsgaard, Annette Bening, and Penelope Cruz
How to watch: The Bride! opens Sept. 26.
OctoberMichaelDirector Antoine Fuqua has collaborated with stars like Denzel Washington and Will Smith on such intense dramas as The Equalizer trilogy, Training Day, and Emancipation. Now, he's turned his focus to the life story of the celebrated and controversial King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
Stepping into the pop icon's moon-walking shoes is Jaafar Jackson, his 28-year-old nephew, son of Jermaine Jackson. Backing him up are Colman Domingo and Nia Long as Michael's parents, Joe and Katherine Jackson. And setting the stage is John Logan, three-time Academy Award–nominated screenwriter of Hugo, The Aviator, and Gladiator. Which is all to say, on paper, this is a compelling prestige pic, and Lionsgate moving its release from April to October could suggest they see it as an award season contender.
Starring: Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Colman Domingo, Laura Harrier, Larenz Tate, and Miles Teller
How to watch: Michael opens in theaters Oct. 3.
Tron: Ares View this post on InstagramA stand-alone sequel to 2010's Tron: Legacy, Tron: Ares stars Jared Leto as the titular character. Per Disney's official logline: "Tron: Ares follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with AI beings."
AI has been at the center of a slew of recent movies, including AfrAId, Atlas, The Creator, and M3GAN. What will Disney's sci-fi drama from Joachim Rønning, helmer of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, have to say about it? That's a mystery we can't solve just yet.
Starring: Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Cameron Monaghan, Evan Peters, Gillian Anderson, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Hasan Minhaj, and Jeff Bridges
How to watch: Tron: Ares opens in theaters Oct. 10.
The Black Phone 2A decade after the sick thrills of Sinister, director Scott Derrickson, screenwriter C. Robert Cargill, and leading man Ethan Hawke reunited for 2021's The Black Phone, a grisly adaptation of a Joe Hill short story. It's a twisted tale of stranger danger involving ghost boys, a captive kid, and Hawke as The Grabber, a villain who channels his mercurial moods into chilling masks.
At this time, it's hard to say where this haunting tale can go next. But we're ready to find out.
Starring: Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Jeremy Davies, and Miguel Mora
How to watch: The Black Phone 2 opens in theaters Oct. 17.
Mortal Kombat 2Cue the battle music! Director Simon McQuoid is reuniting with the cast of his 2021 live-action reboot Mortal Kombat for a sure-to-thrill sequel. Based on the wildly popular video games from Midway Games, this film series follows Cole Young (Lewis Tan), a down-on-his-luck mixed-martial artist whose secret lineage pulls him into a world of super-powered battles for the future of the Earthrealm.
Reprising their roles in Mortal Kombat 2 are Hiroyuki Sanada, Jessica McNamee, Tadanobu Asano, and Mehcad Brooks. New to the cast isn The Boys' Karl Urban, who's set to play the cocky and charismatic Johnny Cage. Game on!
Starring: Hiroyuki Sanada, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Karl Urban, Tadanobu Asano, and Mehcad Brooks
How to watch: Mortal Kombat 2 opens in theaters Oct. 24.
NovemberPredator: BadlandsIn 2022, writer/director Dan Trachtenberg delivered a fresh spin on the Predator franchise with Prey, a human-versus-alien movie set in 1719 Great Plains. In 2025, he returns with Badlands, the ninth installment of this ferocious sci-fi series.
This stand-alone adventure will star Elle Fanning, who memorably confronted a mysterious monster in 2011's Super 8. Little is known about the plot, beyond a casting call: "the two main storylines delve into the intricate bond of two very different sisters, [and] their familial ties are put to the ultimate test as they pursue divergent paths and missions."
Starring: Elle Fanning
How to watch: Predator: Badlands opens Nov. 7.
Now You See Me 3Nine years after Now You See Me 2 thrilled audiences with its blend of heist hijinks, devious deceits, and practical magic, the Horsemen are back. What are these charismatic and trouble-chasing magicians up to? Well, we have no idea just yet. But look at how the deck is stacked with an all-star cast! Add to that Zombieland helmer Ruben Fleischer, and crackling action-comedy seems assured.
Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Mark Ruffalo, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Lizzy Caplan, Dave Franco, Morgan Freeman, Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, and Rosamund Pike
How to watch: Now You See Me 3 opens in theaters Nov. 14.
The Running ManThis 2025 offering isn't just a remake of the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger action movie The Running Man. It's also a reunion of Twisters stars Glen Powell and Katy O'Brian, and of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World's leading man Michael Cera and director Edgar Wright. So, there's a lot of charm coming in this dark tale, based on a 1982 Stephen King novel.
If the original movie adaptation is anything to go on, The Running Man will be set in a future dystopian America, where a totalitarian police state rules — even over art, media, and reality TV. Thus, a falsely convicted cop is forced to participate in a deadly, prime-time game show called The Running Man to snatch his chance at freedom. That is, if he can survive. What will Wright and company bring to this concept in an age where reality TV has given us not only hours of entertainment but also the rise of Joe Rogan and Donald Trump? We're eager to find out.
Starring: Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, Lee Pace, Katy O'Brian, William H. Macy, Emilia Jones, and Michael Cera
How to watch: The Running Man opens in theaters Nov. 21.
Wicked: Part TwoFor better or for wicked, we're in the middle of one long intermission. With Wicked: Part One, director Jon M. Chu brings the Broadway hit to the silver screen, full of star power courtesy of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as unlikely besties Elphaba and Glinda. But Wicked: Part One climaxes with "Defying Gravity," leaving fans to wait an entire year before seeing Act II!
Along with the return of its dazzling leading ladies, Wicked: Part Two will also welcome back the dashing Jonathan Bailey, the sinisterly suave Jeff Goldblum, and hordes of flying monkeys. But as this story veers into the more familiar terrain of The Wizard of Oz, what fresh magic might Chu — who's previously wowed us with musicals like Step Up 3D and In The Heights — have in store?
Starring: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Marissa Bode, and Ethan Slater
How to watch: Wicked: Part Two opens Nov. 21.
Zootopia 2Zooptopia's Jared Bush returns for this much-anticipated sequel that will usher audiences back into the wild, eponymous metropolis.
Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman reprise their voice roles as determined bunny cop Judy and wily but kind fox Nick. In their new adventure, the odd couple will be on the tail of a mysterious reptile, drawing them into new neighborhoods within their wooly city. Will their friendship survive another rocky ride through Zootopia's shady underbelly?
Starring: Jason Bateman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Ke Huy Quan, Fortune Feimster, and Shakira
How to watch: Zootopia 2 opens in theaters Nov. 26.
DecemberFive Nights at Freddy's 2In 2023, director Emma Tammi's live-action adaptation of the popular video game franchise Five Nights at Freddy's kicked butt at the box office. Now, the sequel is coming to level up the creepy fun.
We can safely assume that with Josh Hutcherson returning as plagued security guard Mike Schmidt, the sequel will take us back to Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. There, rotting animatronics with a grisly origin stalk the rooms. But with their father/foe slain in the first movie, what fresh mayhem might they raise now?
Starring: Elizabeth Lail, Josh Hutcherson, Matthew Lillard, and Piper Rubio
How to watch: Five Nights at Freddy's 2 opens in theaters Dec. 5.
Avatar: Fire and AshFollowing the box office success of Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash is poised to take Christmas 2025 by storm!
James Cameron's third installment of his ambitious sci-fi film series will return audiences to the world of Pandora, where the Na'vi battle against human military forces to preserve their environment and culture. Little is known about the plot at this point, though we can expect this sequel to continue exploring new new corners of the planet and other Na'vi communities. Plus, Everything Everywhere All at Once star Michelle Yeoh is joining the ensemble as human scientist Dr. Karina Mogue. All promising details. But will Cameron answer our burning questions from his last stunner?
SEE ALSO: 6 burning questions we have after 'Avatar: The Way of Water'Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, David Thewlis, Stephen Lang, Giovanni Ribisi, Michelle Yeoh, and Oona Chaplin
How to watch: Avatar: Fire and Ash opens in theaters Dec. 19.
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePantsWho lives in a pineapple under the sea — and is coming up on his fifth feature film? SpongeBob SquarePants!
First, there was The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, then Sponge Out of Water, Sponge on the Run, and Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie. Now, with The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, the lovable chuckler will set forth on a new adventure, traveling the expanse of the oceans to confront the ghost of the Flying Dutchman! Expect things to get silly — and spooky!
Starring: Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Brian Doyle-Murray, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Mr. Lawrence, and Carolyn Lawrence
How to watch: The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants opens in theaters December 19.
SAVE $10: As of Dec. 5, the Apple AirPods 4 are on sale at Amazon for $119. That's a saving of 8% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $119.00 at AmazonJust because Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, it doesn't mean the deals have disappeared. So if you're one of the few that avoided the fray over the weekend, don't worry, there are still plenty of chances for discounts (without all the madness).
At Amazon, in fact, many products are still lingering at their Black Friday prices. And that includes the AirPods 4, the latest in the Apple AirPod range. Whether you want to treat yourself or you're prepping for Christmas presents, these have remained at a discounted price throughout Black Friday. As of Dec. 5, you can snag them for $119 at Amazon, saving $10 on list price. It's obviously not a huge discount, but this model was only released in September, and any saving is a win, right?
SEE ALSO: The PS5 Digital Edition is still at its Black Friday priceThis particular deal is for the AirPods without active noise cancellation or AppleCare+, but there are discounts across all variations. For example, the model with active noise cancellation is now $164.99, down from $179.
Powered by Apple's incredible H2 chip, these AirPods create an incredibly immersive listening experience. Personalized Spatial Audio and dynamic head tracking make it feel like the sound is moving around you, creating a theater-like listening experience. And the microphone audio is incredible too. It uses advanced computational audio to reduce background noise while isolating and clarifying the sound of your voice.
Battery life will remain strong for a good five hours on a single charge, and the case adds a total of 30 hours of listening time. If you're not convinced yet, check out our review to see how impressed we were.
Head to Amazon to snag this limited-time offer.
SAVE $100: As of Dec. 5, the Dyson Supersonic is on sale for $329 at Amazon. That's a 23% discount on the list price, and the same price as Black Friday.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic $329.00 at AmazonMissed out on Black Friday deals? Didn't find anything you wanted? Don't worry, all is not lost — Amazon's daily deals are still kicking, and you'll find discounts across hundreds of popular products. I
This amazing deal on the Dyson Supersonic hairdryer is still live. A relative of the famed Airwrap, this luxe hairdryer is still at its Black Friday price. This also happens to be the lowest it has ever been on Amazon.
SEE ALSO: The PS5 Digital Edition is still at its Black Friday priceAs of Dec. 5, this model is reduced by $100 at Amazon, now only $329. This deal is for the nickel/copper color option. The Supersonic is a great option for all hair types. It is designed to dry hair quickly while minimizing damage caused by extreme heat, something we can all get behind. It uses Dyson’s powerful digital motor V9, which spins at up to 110,000 rpm, combined with fancy Air Multiplier technology to produce a controlled airflow for efficient drying and styling.
It also protects hair health by measuring air temperature over 40 times per second, ensuring it never exceeds safe levels. This means your hair's natural shine is left intact, so say goodbye to dry, bristly hair.
The Supersonic comes with various attachments, including a styling concentrator, diffuser, flyaway attachment, and gentle air attachment.
This is marked as a limited-time deal at Amazon, so don't miss out.
SAVE OVER $70: As of Dec. 5, the PS5 Slim Digital Edition is on sale for $374 at Amazon. That's a 17% discount on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: PlayStation PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (Slim) $374.00 at AmazonBlack Friday may be over, but that doesn't mean the discounts are done. If you're still on the hunt for some bargains, you'll find many options in Amazon's daily deals. And that includes this great deal on the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition (Slim), which is still at its Black Friday price (its lowest-ever price).
As of Dec. 5, you can find it reduced by 17%, now just $374 for a limited time.
SEE ALSO: PlayStation Portal just got a big updateThe PS5 Slim is a sleek, compact version of the full-size console. It offers the same high-performance gaming but in a smaller, more space-efficient design. The Slim still has the same powerful hardware as the original PS5, including ray tracing capabilities and speedy load times thanks to its SSD, and sharp 4K visuals.
The PS5 Slim Digital Edition is ideal for those with reduced space, or who want to cut down on clutter. It's also a disc-free version of the PlayStation 5. It exclusively supports digital downloads, letting you purchase and store games directly from the PlayStation Store, rather than through physical game disks.
The PS5 Slim also boasts improved energy efficiency, consuming less power during use. It even includes subtle tweaks to its cooling system for a quieter performance. It supports all existing PS5 games, accessories, and PS VR2, ensuring full compatibility with Sony’s gaming ecosystem.
Get this great deal at Amazon.
People have been saying it was imminent since 2021, but three years later it's finally happened: Bitcoin has passed the $100,000 mark.
Bitcoin (specifically 1 BTC) became worth $100,000 late on Wednesday night EST, pumping to just shy of $104,000 in the hours after, per CoinGecko.
SEE ALSO: HBO bitcoin documentary claims it discovered the cryptocurrency's inventor. The guy disagrees.The biggest cryptocurrency in the world has been jumping sharply in price since the U.S. election result in early November, breaking new all-time highs after Donald Trump was re-elected president. A month ago that all-time high was just over $75,000 — now, in the space of just a few weeks, it's $25,000 higher.
So the question is, where does Bitcoin go from here? The short, and really the only, answer, is that it's impossible to say. Back in the cryptocurrency bull market of 2021, there were all sorts of predictions that Bitcoin hitting $100k could be imminent. What happened instead was a bear market that resulted in Bitcoin dumping back down below $17,000 before starting a long and slow recovery in 2023.
Elon Musk's $55.8 billion Tesla compensation package just got thrown out yet again. A U.S. judge denied the billionaire's petition to reinstate his outsized pay on Monday, rejecting his attempt to overturn the previous judgement via a Tesla shareholder vote.
Monday's finding comes after a Delaware court initially threw out Musk's multibillion dollar Tesla compensation package in January. In that ruling, Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick found that Tesla's board of directors had breached their duty to shareholders by mindlessly following Musk's proposal regarding his pay as CEO, offering no pushback nor attempting any negotiation. The court further determined that the $55.8 billion package was disproportionate to the benefit Tesla received, the deal making no demands regarding the amount of time Musk was to spend actually working at the company.
SEE ALSO: Tesla shareholders vote to give Elon Musk a $56 billion pay package after a court shot it downMusk was predictably unhappy with this ruling. In June, the exact same $55.8 billion compensation package was put to shareholders for reapproval during Tesla's annual meeting. Monday's judgement noted that Tesla told shareholders that the company could save $25 billion in accounting fees by ratifying the deal.
Once shareholders voted to reapprove Musk's pay package, he and Tesla took the result back to court to ask that the earlier judgement be reversed. In their petition, they argued that a company's shareholders should be able to reverse a court's decision even where there has been a breach of duty, stating that "stockholders hold the power to adopt any corporate acts they deem in their own best interests."
Unfortunately for Musk, McCormick would have none of it. In her ruling this week, the judge was notably unimpressed by Tesla literally creating new evidence in an attempt to flip the court's judgement, noting that they did not cite a single case where such shenanigans have been allowed.
"Were the court to condone the practice of allowing defeated parties to create new facts for the purpose of revising judgments, lawsuits would become interminable," McCormick wrote.
The court drew a distinction between newly discovered evidence, which would have already existed at the time of the previous trial, and newly created evidence such as Tesla's June stockholder vote. While newly discovered evidence may be cause for a case to be reopened, newly created evidence is not.
McCormick further noted that Tesla made numerous false or misleading statements to its shareholders in advance of the June ratification vote, such as claiming that any breaches the court found could be remedied by reapproving Musk's compensation.
"[E]ven if the Stockholder Vote could have a ratifying effect on the Grant, it could not here due to multiple, material misstatements in the Proxy Statement concerning the effect of the vote," wrote McCormick.
Basically, shareholders can't just get together and decide that what their board did was actually legal after a U.S. court has already determined that it wasn't.
Tweet may have been deletedMusk quickly took to social media to decry the judgement, stating that "Shareholders should control company votes, not judges." Tesla has also announced its intention to appeal.
"A Delaware judge just overruled a supermajority of shareholders who own Tesla and who voted twice to pay @elonmusk what he’s worth," wrote the official Tesla X account. "The court’s decision is wrong, and we’re going to appeal. This ruling, if not overturned, means that judges and plaintiffs’ lawyers run Delaware companies rather than their rightful owners — the shareholders."
Addressing such assertions in Monday's judgement, the court found that a company's board members are more analogous to trustees rather than agents. While agents act on behalf of another party (in this case Tesla's shareholders), trustees have a legal obligation to act in the best interests of said party.
This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience.
In the age of on-demand everything, hookup apps are the go-to for casual dating. After all, if we can stream movies (thank you, Netflix) and order a takeaway with just a few taps, why can't we find a potential partner the same way?
Sometimes all you want is a little fun, and there's an app for that.
How do you find a hookup?It's still possible to find a connection in the real world. Meeting in bars, clubs, parks, and other real-life locations still happens on a regular basis. You're simply shortening your odds by subscribing to a dating site.
Dating sites and sex apps allow you to get your information out there to a massive network of like-minded individuals. Plus, you can save a lot of time, energy, and cash by testing out a potential relationship on an app before meeting up. We know that some dating apps can be expensive, but just think about all those wasted coffees you could avoid by chatting through an app first.
SEE ALSO: The best sexting apps for sending naughty messagesUsing dating apps and sites is also a whole lot less intimidating than meeting someone face to face. If you find the idea of meeting people slightly terrifying, these apps can help you dip your toe into the world of dating from the comfort of your own home.
Should you use free dating apps?The good news is that there are a lot of free dating sites and apps out there, and the likes of Tinder and Hinge are popular options with massive networks of users. Plus, most of the biggest and best dating sites have free versions with limitations on certain features. So yes, you can easily enter the online dating game without spending anything. However, as with most things in life, you get what you pay for with dating apps. And sometimes free apps just don't cut it.
For the best experience with the greatest possibility of finding exactly what you're looking for, you are going to have to cough up some cash. We're sorry to break it to you, but the best dating sites don't come cheap. It all comes down to access to advanced and premium features. You can still find a hookup with a free app, but if you're looking for compatibility tests, chat rooms, videos, and a greater level of control, we recommend upgrading.
What makes an app good for hooking up?There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to hookup apps. What works for your friends might not work for you. Your best bet is to download a handful of options and see which one clicks with your vibe.
Skip the apps that are all about romance and happily ever afters (we're looking at you, eharmony). Instead, keep an eye out for apps that get straight to the point. The best hookup apps make chatting quick and easy (messaging, video calls, all that good stuff), and even the free ones should have features like profile verification to help keep you safe.
If you really want to pay for a premium membership, that's up to you. But we recommend starting with the free versions of cult faves like Tinder, Grindr, and Hinge. These popular dating apps give you just enough functionality to connect with potential partners for casual encounters — all without spending anything.
What is the best sex and dating app for hooking up?The good news is that there are absolutely loads of dating sites and sex apps out there for every type of dater and dating situation. The problem with this wealth of options is that deciding on the right site for you can be difficult. This is where we can help.
Whether you're looking to have a one-night stand, exchange nudes with strangers, or have some phone sex before you doze off, we've rounded up the most reliable hookup apps for every type of single. You can download them via Google Play or the App Store and start swiping in minutes.
These are the best hookup sites and apps in 2024.
TL;DR: Live stream Australia vs. India for free on 7Plus. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The 1st Test between Australia and India ended with a surprising victory for the away side. India were coming off a 3-0 defeat to New Zealand on home turf, so expectations were low for the visitors. But they pulled away and won by 295 runs.
Can Australia level the Test series in Adelaide? If you want to watch Australia vs. India (2nd Test) for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Australia vs. India (2nd Test)?The 2nd Test between Australia and India takes place from Dec. 6 to Dec. 10. This Test match takes place at the Adelaide Oval.
The full schedule for India's five-Test tour of Australia is as follows:
Australia vs. India (1st Test) — Nov. 22 to Nov. 26
Australia vs. India (2nd Test) — Dec. 6 to Dec. 10
Australia vs. India (3rd Test) — Dec. 14 to Dec. 18
Australia vs. India (4th Test) — Dec. 25 to Dec. 30
Australia vs. India (5th Test) — Jan. 2 to Jan. 7
The good news for fans is that every Test match in this series is available to live stream for free.
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England won the 1st Test against New Zealand by eight wickets. It was a surprising victory after recent results. England were looking to bounce back after a disappointing defeat against Pakistan, and New Zealand were coming off a 3-0 win against India away from home. But that's Test cricket.
If you want to watch New Zealand vs. England (2nd Test) for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is New Zealand vs. England (2nd Test)?The 2nd Test between New Zealand and England takes place from Dec. 6 to Dec. 10. This Test match takes place at the Basin Reserve.
The full schedule for England's three-Test tour of New Zealand (local time) is as follows:
New Zealand vs. England (1st Test) — Nov. 28 to Dec. 2
New Zealand vs. England (2nd Test) — Dec. 6 to Dec. 10
New Zealand vs. England (3rd Test) — Dec. 14 to Dec. 18
The good news for fans is that every Test match in this series is available to live stream for free.
How to watch New Zealand vs. England for freeNew Zealand vs. England (2nd Test) is available to live stream for free on TVNZ+ in New Zealand.
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