Based on popularity in the region and attention, here are five movies/series you could enjoy this weekend on Netflix or Prime Video.
For International Action & Sci-Fi Thrills (Prime Video)
Series: Reacher
Genre: Action, Thriller
Why Watch: If you’re looking for an entertaining Hollywood action series with a straightforward plot and high production value, Reacher is a great choice.
Based on the popular Jack Reacher novels, it follows a hulking, highly intelligent former military investigator who wanders the U.S. and inevitably gets drawn into solving violent crimes.
For a Global Hit with a Unique Concept (Netflix)
Series: Alice in Borderland
Genre: Thriller, Sci-Fi, Survival
Why Watch: This intense Japanese series is a massive global hit, especially popular in Asia. It follows a group of people transported to an alternate, deserted Tokyo where they must compete in dangerous, psychological games to survive. It’s a gripping, high-stakes binge-watch.
For a Dark, Satirical Superhero Series (Prime Video)
Series: The Boys
Genre: Satirical Black Comedy, Action
Why Watch: This is an award-winning, darkly humorous take on the superhero genre where the famous “heroes” are actually corrupt celebrities controlled by a mega-corporation. It’s violent, smart, and a complete change of pace from typical superhero shows. (Note: This is an R-rated series with mature content.)
For a Psychological Mystery/Horror (Prime Video)
Series: FROM
Genre: Sci-Fi Horror, Mystery
Why Watch: From the producers of the hit show Lost, this series focuses on a nightmarish town in middle America that traps everyone who enters. The unwilling residents must find a way out while surviving terrifying nocturnal creatures. It’s perfect if you enjoy a slow-burn, deep mystery with psychological thrills
The Idea of You (Amazon Prime)
Genre: Romance, Feel-good
Why watch: It stars Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine. The movie follows Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mother and art gallery owner.
She begins an unexpected and whirlwind romance with Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the charismatic 24-year-old lead singer of the world’s hottest boy band, August Moon.
