Ansel Elgort and Jamie Foxx star in 'Baby Driver.'
A new month on Netflix
So let’s review what we’ve got. In the first section below, you’ll find my picks for the ten best new movies available on Netflix so far this month. Then at the bottom of the article, you’ll find a full list of every single new movie available to subscribers thus far in April. In this bunch, your next movie night awaits.
Scoop dives into the tense world behind a landmark BBC Newsnight interview with Prince Andrew. Starring Gillian Anderson as journalist Emily Maitlis, Rufus Sewell as the beleaguered prince, and Billie Piper as Sam McAlister, the tenacious booker with a knack for the impossible, this film details the events leading to an interview that shook the British monarchy. Adapted from McAlister's own narrative by Peter Moffat and Geoff Bussetil, and directed by Philip Martin (known for his work on The Crown), Scoop celebrates the unsung heroes of journalism who brought to light one of the most significant news stories of our time.
Zooming through the streets with a soundtrack that pulses through the veins, Baby Driver by Edgar Wright is an adrenaline-fueled masterpiece that breaks all the rules. Ansel Elgort stars as the enigmatic Baby, whose life behind the wheel is choreographed to his personal soundtrack, making every getaway a dance of speed and precision. With Kevin Spacey playing the criminal mastermind behind the heists, and Jamie Foxx as the unpredictable wildcard, this film takes you on a high-speed journey through love, through betrayal, through redemption.
Aaron Sorkin's Molly's Game is a tour de force of drama and wit, taking us deep into the world of high-stakes poker. Jessica Chastain embodies Molly Bloom with an intensity that burns up the screen, portraying a woman whose intellect and courage draw us into her crazy world. This narrative, rich with legal battles and moral quandaries, showcases Sorkin's signature dialogue at its best, making the labyrinth of the legal system and the poker underworld riveting. With Idris Elba and Kevin Costner delivering capturing performances, the film becomes an intricate study of survival in a world that plays for keeps.
Eddie Redmayne's portrayal of Stephen Hawking in The Theory of Everything is not just an acting feat that won an Oscar—it's a transformation that brings the renowned physicist’s journey to life with breathtaking depth. Directed by James Marsh, the film orbits around Hawking's relationship with his wife Jane, played by Felicity Jones, capturing their triumphs and heartaches against the infinite backdrop of Hawking’s groundbreaking theories. The movie stands as a testament to love’s power to transcend the ordinary and reach the edges of the universe.
Drenched in the sultry heat of Florida, Wild Things concocts a potent cocktail of seduction, deceit, and double-crossing. Directed by John McNaughton, this thriller lures you into a labyrinth where Kevin Bacon, Matt Dillon, Neve Campbell, and Denise Richards play characters wrapped in a complex web of motives. Each twist in the plot is a deliciously deceitful turn, unraveling a story where everyone has something to hide. It's a wild ride into the darkest corners of human desire, where trust is a currency spent at one's peril, making every revelation a shock to the system.
Nora Ephron's You've Got Mail offers a delightful jaunt through the early days of internet romance, where Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan find love in the most unexpected of inboxes. This film ultimately serves a love letter to New York, to books, to the idea that true connections can form in the digital age. Ephron’s genius lies in her ability to craft a story that is as timeless as it is charming, weaving together wit, heart, and a little bit of serendipity, proving that in the vast web of the internet, two souls can find each other.
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, directed by Adam McKay and starring Will Ferrell, revs up the comedy engine to full throttle, delivering a hilarious parody of NASCAR culture. Ferrell's Ricky Bobby, with his "win at all costs" mantra, finds his life thrown into a tailspin by Jean Girard, a flamboyant French racer played by Sacha Baron Cohen. The film serves as a riotous, hilarious, low-key interesting exploration of when friendship, ego, and the American Dream collide—doused in high-speed crashes and fueled by an unapologetic love for fast cars and faster laughs. It’s a comedic masterpiece that captures the absurdity of its subject matter with every lap.
Smokey and the Bandit cruises down memory lane, bringing the thrill of the chase to life with Burt Reynolds’ undeniable charm as the Bandit. This film is a joyride that celebrates the spirit of adventure, of camaraderie, of the open road. Directed by Hal Needham, it pits the cunning Bandit against Jackie Gleason’s unforgettable Sheriff Buford T. Justice in a cross-country pursuit that’s as much about the journey as the destination. With Sally Field adding heart and humor, this classic encapsulates a bygone era of car culture, making every viewer yearn for the days when all it took to be a hero was a fast car and a faster wit.
How to Be Single dives into the heart of New York City's dating scene, with Dakota Johnson's Alice leading a cast of characters through the highs and lows of love and life in the big city. Directed by Christian Ditter, this film celebrates the single life, not as a status to be changed but as an opportunity to grow, explore, and connect in the most unexpected ways. Rebel Wilson steals the show as the uninhibited Robin, delivering a performance that's both hilarious and heartwarming. This isn’t just a romantic comedy—it’s a journey through the complexities of relationships in the modern age, where being single is just another part of the adventure.
M. Night Shyamalan's Glass converges the paths of Unbreakable's David Dunn and Split's Kevin Wendell Crumb in a dark, riveting showdown that challenges the boundaries between hero and villain. With Bruce Willis, James McAvoy, and Samuel L. Jackson reprising their roles, the film delves deep into the psyche of its characters, crafting a narrative that is as intellectually stimulating as it is viscerally thrilling. Shyamalan weaves together themes of identity, belief, and the nature of power, culminating in a climax that defies expectations.
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