This week brings a variety of new films to streaming and Video on Demand (VOD), catering to diverse tastes. Notable releases include the horror comedy *The Monkey*, directed by Osgood Perkins, and the spy thriller *Black Bag*, featuring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. Additional films include *The Colors Within*, *Paddington in Peru*, and the buddy comedy *One of Them Days*, starring Keke Palmer and SZA, now available on Netflix. Here’s a breakdown of this weekend’s exciting offerings.
New Releases Overview
One of Them Days
Genre: Buddy comedy
Run time: 1h 37m
Director: Lawrence Lamont
Cast: Keke Palmer, SZA, Katt Williams
Keke Palmer and SZA star as best friends racing against time to gather $1,500 for rent after one of their boyfriends spends their money. Their antics lead them through a series of comedic and desperate measures, including taking out dubious loans and retrieving a pair of sneakers from a telephone pole.
Where to watch: Available to stream on Netflix
Black Bag
Genre: Spy thriller
Run time: 1h 33m
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Cast: Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Marisa Abela
In this sultry spy thriller, a married couple, both British intelligence officers, face trust issues when a malware program is stolen, implicating Kathryn (Blanchett). George (Fassbender) is assigned to investigate her, creating tension in their relationship.
Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon, Apple, and Vudu
The Monkey
Genre: Horror comedy
Run time: 1h 38m
Director: Osgood Perkins
Cast: Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, Christian Convery
Based on Stephen King’s short story, *The Monkey* follows identical twins Hal and Bill, who must destroy a cursed monkey toy that kills anyone who comes into contact with it. Perkins’ film offers a blend of comedic horror and gruesome deaths.
Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon, Apple, and Vudu
The Colors Within
Genre: Drama
Run time: 1h 41m
Director: Naoko Yamada
Cast: Akari Takaishi, Sayu Suzukawa, Taisei Kido
This animated film revolves around three lonely teenagers who form a band, focusing on their emotional connections rather than musical ambitions. The main character experiences synesthesia, providing a visually striking narrative filled with watercolor aesthetics.
Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon, Apple, and Vudu
Paddington in Peru
Genre: Adventure
Run time: 1h 46m
Director: Dougal Wilson
Cast: Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer
Paddington returns to Peru to find his missing Aunt Lucy. Joined by his family, they journey through the jungle, encountering new friends and adventures along the way.
Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon, Apple, and Vudu
Y2K
Genre: Horror comedy
Run time: 1h 31m
Director: Kyle Mooney
Cast: Jaeden Martell, Rachel Zegler, Julian Dennison
Set against the backdrop of the anticipated Y2K crisis, this film hilariously explores a world where electronics become sentient and attempt to enslave humanity. The characters face absurd and brutal deaths as they navigate this chaotic scenario.
Where to watch: Available to stream on Shudder
Night of the Zoopocalypse
Genre: Horror comedy
Run time: 1h 31m
Directors: Ricardo Curtis, Rodrigo Perez-Castro
Cast: David Harbour, Bryn McAuley, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
This animated film features zoo animals uniting against zombie-like aliens in a fight for their home, infused with humor and action.
Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon, Apple, and Vudu
Another Release: The Last Stop in Yuma County
Genre: Neo-Western thriller
Run time: 1h 30m
Director: Francis Galluppi
Cast: Jim Cummings, Jocelin Donahue, Sierra McCormick
This film follows a knife salesman who becomes embroiled in a bizarre hostage situation at a rest stop, leading to unexpected twists in a typical day gone wrong.
Where to watch: Available to rent on Amazon, Apple, and Vudu
Explore these new titles and find something that suits your viewing preferences this weekend! Stay tuned for more updates on upcoming releases.