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Gaming deals are going strong ahead of Black Friday 2024
As of Nov. 14, a slew of great gaming deals are live ahead of Black Friday 2024. Here are our favorite discounts, from consoles, to accessories, and everything in between.
Xbox Series X (1TB)
(save $50)
PlayStation DualSense Edge controller
(save $10)
‘Nintendo Switch Sports’
(save $15)
Black Friday is a wonderful time to be a gamer. That’s because gaming deals always show up in a big way from consoles, to games, to accessories, and much more. Turns out, those sweet discounts are already trickling in ahead of the holiday shopping season, so you know what that means: Time to get your credit card out.
Check out our favorite early Black Friday gaming deals below, and be sure to take a look at our other gaming-centric deals articles on other gaming accessories and PC gaming products. Also, make sure to keep revisiting this page, as we’ll keep updating it as more offers go live.
Best Xbox deal
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Yes, the Xbox Series X comes in a 1TB version now, and it’s $50 off as an early Black Friday deal. Pair that with an Xbox Game Pass membership (which are also on sale right now — more on that below), and you’ve got everything you need to keep your gaming backlog stacked for the foreseeable future.
More Xbox deals
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-Month Membership — $44.99 $49.99 (save $5)
Xbox Game Pass Core 12-Month Membership — $53.99 $59.99 (save $6)
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K + Xbox Wireless Controller + 1-Month Game Pass Ultimate Bundle — $74.99 $131.97 (save $56.98)
Xbox Store Gift Card ($100) — $90 $100 (save $10)
Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller — $140.99 $179.99 (save $39)
Xbox Seagate Storage Expansion Card (2TB) — $199.99 $359.99 (save $160)
Xbox Series X (1TB) Digital Edition + Extra Xbox Wireless Controller — $489.99 $599.99 (save $110)
Best PlayStation deal
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Pro controllers are more of a “nice to have” than anything else, but when they go on sale (which isn’t often), the prospect gets a little more tantalizing. The Dualsense Edge controller for PlayStation 5 is the console’s most feature-packed controller to date, and it’s $10 off in the weeks leading up to Black Friday. It comes with all the extras you’d expect from a pro-style controller, including various swappable back paddles and thumbsticks, remappable inputs, and more.
More PlayStation deals
Final Fantasy XVI — $24.97 $49.99 (save $25.02)
Razer Quick Charging Controller Stand — $24.99 $39.99 (save $15)
EA Sports FC 25 — $34.97 $69.99 (save $35.02)
NHL 25 — $34.97 $69.99 (save $35.02)
Backbone One (PlayStation Edition) — $59.99 $99.99 (save $40)
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 — $63.94 $69.99 (save $6.05)
Silent Hill 2 — $64.99 $69.99 (save $5)
PlayStation Store Gift Card ($100) — $90 $100 (save $10)
Razer Wolverine V2 Pro Controller — $189.99 $249.99 (save $60)
Best Nintendo deal
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Why we like it
Nostalgic for the days of Wii Sports? Lucky for you, Nintendo Switch Sports exists, and it’s on sale ahead of Black Friday for $15 off the original price. Strap your Joy-Con controllers on and play through the game’s seven included sports like golf, soccer, bowling, volleyball, and more.
More Nintendo deals
PowerA Joy-Con Comfort Grips — $9.88 $14.99 (save $5.11)
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown — $17.97 $49.99 (save $32.02)
SanDisk 128GB microSDXC Card — $18.88 $34.99 (save $16.11)
8Bitdo Ultimate C Bluetooth Controller — $24.99 $29.99 (save $5)
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 — $29.99 $39.99 (save $10)
Sonic X Shadow Generations — $42.90 $49.99 (save $7.09)
HORI Nintendo Switch Split Pad Compact — $42.79 $49.99 (save $7.20)
Mario Party Superstars — $42.99 $59.99 (save $17)
Star Wars: Heritage Pack — $44.49 $59.99 (save $15.50)
NBA 2K25 — $54.59 $59.99 (save $5.40)
Game on with three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for under $30
As of Nov. 14, get three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for less than $30 at Woot.
SAVE $15.80: As of Nov. 14, get a 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription for $29.19 at Woot with promo code TWENTY for an additional 20% off its sale price of $36.49, down from its standard price of $44.99. This deal is only valid for one day.
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Planning on getting an Xbox anytime soon? Or maybe you’re getting one for a friend or family member, and thinking about what they may play when they get their hands on the system. Don’t go overboard buying a bunch of Xbox games and spending more cash than you need to when Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is on the table, which is a great way to get started on the Xbox ecosystem. And right now, you can save big on a membership for you or anyone you’re gifting at Woot.
As of Nov. 14, get a digital code for a 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription for just $29.19 when you use promo code TWENTY. That’s $15.80 off its sale price of $36.49, down from its normal price of $44.99, which is already a 19% discount. This deal is only valid for today, and you’ll be emailed the code for your subscription within a few business days, according to Woot. Multiple codes are stackable up to 36 months — you can buy a few so you or your giftee are set.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is a subscription that lets you play hundreds of Xbox games without paying for each one individually. That includes titles like Starfield and the Halo series. It also grants access to new first-party games from Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda Softworks, and more the day they come out. The Ultimate option even comes with access to EA Play for access to a variety of EA titles as well.
There are tons of other reasons to use Xbox Game Pass Ultimate as well, including online multiplayer and Xbox Cloud Gaming, but the unlimited access is the biggest. This is a great price to buy your three months at, so be sure to lock it in while there are still codes available.
‘Better Man’ trailer showcases cheeky monkey Robbie Williams
Robbie Williams biopic “Better Man” hits select theaters December 25, and opens nationwide January 17.
Robbie Williams biopic “Better Man” hits select theaters December 25, and opens nationwide January 17.
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx kick ass in Netflix’s ‘Back in Action’ trailer
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx are spies pulled out of hiding in Netflix’s “Back In Action.” Trailer.
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx are spies pulled out of hiding in Netflix’s “Back In Action.” Trailer.
How Sharon Horgan found a way to make the unexpected ‘Bad Sisters’ second season
The first season of ‘Bad Sisters’ was a complete story based off the Belgian limited-series, ‘Clan’. After it’s smash success, Sharon Horgan had a vision for how it could continue. The star-studded cast tells us how her vision came to fruition.
The first season of ‘Bad Sisters’ was a complete story based off the Belgian limited-series, ‘Clan’. After it’s smash success, Sharon Horgan had a vision for how it could continue. The star-studded cast tells us how her vision came to fruition.
Jimmy Kimmel pranking his aunt with a driverless car is a fun watch
Jimmy Kimmel pranked his Aunt Chippy with a lift in a driverless car on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
Jimmy Kimmel pranked his Aunt Chippy with a lift in a driverless car on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
‘Daily Show’ roasts Trump’s Fox News host defence secretary pick for a solid 5 minutes
“Daily Show” host Jordan Klepper has broken down Trump’s cabinet picks, focussing on Fox host Pete Hegseth as defence secretary.
“Daily Show” host Jordan Klepper has broken down Trump’s cabinet picks, focussing on Fox host Pete Hegseth as defence secretary.
Stephen Colbert mocks Trump picking a Fox News host for defence secretary
Stephen Colbert has spoken about Trump’s new cabinet picks on “The Late Show”, including Fox News host Pete Hegseth being made defence secretary.
Stephen Colbert has spoken about Trump’s new cabinet picks on “The Late Show”, including Fox News host Pete Hegseth being made defence secretary.
How to watch Commanders vs. Eagles online for free
Live stream Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL from anywhere in the U.S.
TL;DR: Live stream Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles for free with a 30-day trial of Prime Video.
Thursday Night Football returns with Week 11 action, which kicks off with an NFC East showdown between the two teams battling for the top spot: the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles are 7-2 and the Commanders are 7-3.
The Eagles are coming off a commanding win over fellow division-rival, the Dallas Cowboys. The Commanders are coming off a close loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Philadelphia could gain ground with a win, or the Commanders could take the lead in the division. The Eagles are the favorite to win.
When is Commanders vs. Eagles?
Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles takes place at 8:15 p.m. ET on Nov. 14. The two teams will face off at Lincoln Financial Stadium in Philadelphia.
Al Michaels is expected to do the play-by-play, Kirk Herbstreit is the analyst, and Kaylee Hartung will be the sideline reporter.
How to stream Commanders vs. Eagles for free
Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles is available to live stream on Prime Video in the U.S., but anyone can watch this game for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime (not to mention other Thursday Night Football fixtures).
If you’re already a member, or have already used the 30-day trial, Prime Video subscriptions start at $8.99 per month.
Best streaming services for Commanders vs. Eagles
Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles will be aired locally on FOX in both the Washington and Philadelphia markets. It may be available in some other markets, but NFL games are subject to local blackouts.
If you do not have a cable package in those markets, you have options. We’ve found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Commanders vs. Eagles on local FOX networks.
Most affordable: Sling TV
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Sling TV offers its Orange & Blue package of 48 channels at $55 per month that would serve your needs for locally available NFL games. Sign up to enjoy a first-month discounted rate of $27.50.
Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
For in-market games: FuboTV
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FuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period.
FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
Again, Commanders vs. Eagles is subject to local blackouts. It is available nationally on Prime Video.
How to watch Commanders vs. Eagles from anywhere in the world
If you’re abroad for this fixture, you might need to use a VPN to unblock your favorite streaming service. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the U.S., meaning you can unblock live streams of the NFL from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Commanders vs. Eagles from anywhere in the world by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.
Sign in to your favorite streaming service
Watch Commanders vs. Eagles from anywhere in the world
ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including the U.S.
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
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What’s new to streaming this week? (Nov. 15, 2024)
What should you watch this weekend? Mashable ranks new releases from Hulu, Peacock, Max, Shudder, and Netflix.
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.
Mashable’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. Craving something Christmassy, be it heartfelt or horny? Hankering for high-octane action, in cars or mobility scooters? In need of some knee-slapping good comedy, either dark as coffee or light as champagne? Even if you’re seeking a daring musical or a classic dramedy series newly ready to pull you down a rabbit hole, we’ve got what you’re looking for.
Here’s what’s new on streaming, from worst to best.
10. Bad Sisters, Season 2
The Garvey sisters are back for Season 2 of Sharon Horgan’s black comedy/drama about a family going to murderous lengths to protect their sister from her abusive husband. Season 1 was unique for its structure, which swapped the traditional whodunnit for a howdunnit, showing us the dead body of John Paul (Claes Bang) before steadily revealing through flashbacks what actually happened to him.
Season 2 moves on from this device, which means the show no longer has quite the same hook — and it does suffer for it. But as I wrote in my Mashable review, there are still reasons to watch.
“There are many good things about Bad Sisters that are still there in Season 2. The characters are just as much fun, the blend of drama and black humour is effective, and the writing is as sharp as ever. The new characters, too, bring a fresh tension to the mix, and there are still plenty of twists that are hard to see coming.” — Sam Haysom, Deputy UK Editor
Starring: Sharon Horgan, Anne-Marie Duff, Sarah Greene, Eve Hewson, Eva Birthistle, Owen McDonnell, Michael Smiley, Fiona Shaw, Thaddea Graham, and Barry Ward
How to watch: The first two episodes of Bad Sisters are now streaming on Apple TV+, with new episodes dropping weekly after that.
9. Emilia Pérez
French filmmaker Jacques Audiard has previously wowed critics with dramas like Rust and Bone, A Prophet, and The Sisters Brothers. Now, he traverses daring new terrain with a musical with a telenovela plotline. Its story begins with a cartel boss (transgender telenovela star Karla Sofía Gascón), who is looking to leave a life of crime behind and become the woman she’s always believed she could be. This means transitioning through medical procedures, faking her death, and changing her name to Emilia Pérez. However, the film that bears her name also weaves in the dramatic journeys of the women around her, including her oft-stressed lawyer (Zoe Saldaña), the wife she leaves behind (Selena Gomez), and her new love interest (Adriana Paz). Passionate and provocative, it’s a musical that dances to its own beat.
In his Mashable review out of Cannes, Siddhant Adlakha wrote, “The Spanish-language Cannes title not only won Audiard the Jury Prize — the festival’s third most prestigious accolade — but it was also awarded the Best Actress trophy to not one but four of its central performances, each of which brings a unique thoughtfulness and passion to the screen… Above all else, the film’s four leading ladies are perfectly attuned to Audiard’s volatile mixture of operatic emotion and naturalistic cinematic influence. The result is a dazzling, dramatic high-wire act that’s always fun to watch, and is frequently invigorating, too.” — Kristy Puchko, Entertainment Editor
Starring: Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, and Adriana Paz
How to watch: Emilia Pérez is now streaming on Netflix.
8. Ally McBeal, Seasons 1- 5
Before there was Carrie Bradshaw, there was Ally McBeal.
Earlier this year, the Emmys paid tribute to the smash hit that was David E. Kelley’s legal dramedy Ally McBeal with a reunion sketch that brought back the cast, the dancing, and the unisex bathroom. It’s been 27 years since she first shimmied to that rockin’ theme song in a now-iconic mini-skirt and blazer. Now we can finally revisit all five seasons of this award-winning series. Or — if it’s new to you — jump on in and see what all the fuss was about, from the dancing baby to the redemption of Robert Downey Jr.
Calista Flockhart stars as the eponymous single female lawyer who fights for justice, feminism, and love for 112 episodes. Her colleagues are outrageously eccentric, brazenly horny, snarlingly intense, and wonderfully funny. Embrace the wildness, romance, and very ’90s brand of fashion and feminism that is Ally McBeal. — K.P.
Starring: Calista Flockhart, Robert Downey Jr., Jane Krakowski, Greg Germann, Lisa Nicole Carson, Lucy Liu, Peter MacNicol, Portia de Rossi, Courtney Thorne-Smith, and Vonda Shepard
How to watch: Ally McBeal is now streaming on Hulu.
7. An Almost Christmas Story
Director David Lowery chiseled his reputation on dramas that range from slow-burn romances (Ain’t Them Bodies Saints) to the mind-bendingly surreal (The Green Knight). Now, as a follow-up to his (admittedly underwhelming) live-action adventure Peter & Wendy, he presents an animated holiday short film that’s studded with stars.
An Almost Christmas Story begins with an owl fledgling named Moon (Cary Christopher), who accidentally ends up being swept away from his father (Jim Gaffigan) and familiar forest home to the center of New York City, thanks to being caught up in the chosen Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. With distinctive animation that recalls wood carvings and other handmade crafts, this 21-minute short film offers a heartwarming tale of friendship, community, and goodwill in cold times. — K.P.
Starring: Cary Christopher, Estella Madrigal, Mamoudou Athie, Jim Gaffigan, Natasha Lyonne, and John C. Reilly
How to watch: An Almost Christmas Story premieres on Disney+ on Nov. 15.
6. Twisters
Glen Powell summer turns into Glen Powell fall with the release of Twisters on Peacock. In this sequel to 1996’s Twister, directed by Minari‘s Lee Isaac Chung, brilliant meteorologist Kate Carter (Daisy Edgar-Jones, Normal People) crosses paths with tornado wrangler Tyler Owens (Powell) during a record storm season in Oklahoma. The result is a rollicking ride of a disaster flick, powered by pulse-pounding storm chasing and a healthy dose of Powell’s megawatt charisma.
‘Twisters’ review: Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones try to recapture lighting in a bottle
However, while I have a sunny outlook on the film — I can’t help it that I’m a Powell fan! — others may be in for a rougher forecast. As Mashable Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko wrote in her Twisters review, “Sure, Twisters throws plenty of storm action at audiences, pitching in fireworks, flames, and even ripping a movie theater to shreds for good measure. But none of this touches down if you don’t feel invested in the characters. Edgar-Jones’ and Powell’s characters are too two-dimensional to hook us. [Anthony] Ramos is kicked to the sidelines with a haphazard sinister business subplot. And the most dynamic characters are treated as little more than window dressing for a plot that’s so close to the original Twister I marvel it was (re)made at all.” — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter
Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, Brandon Perea, Maura Tierney, Kiernan Shipka, and Katy O’Brian
How to watch: Twisters begins streaming on Peacock Nov. 15.
5. Silo, Season 2
Graham Yost’s gripping adaptation of Hugh Howey’s post-apocalyptic book series returns for a second season, following the fate of 10,000 people trapped in an underground silo for reasons unknown. The shows first outing, which saw engineer Juliette Nichols (Rebecca Ferguson) investigating a murder, was described by Mashable’s Belen Edwards in her review as an introduction to a “mysterious, painstakingly realized new world.”
“It […] swaps blockbuster pizzazz for the darker, moodier trappings of prestige TV, like a non-linear timeline complete with many, many flashbacks,” she wrote. “In these ways, Silo acts as both a return to and a progression from the YA dystopias I devoured as a teen — so it should come as no surprise that I devoured it eagerly now. Despite my occasional frustration with its chronology, Silo proves to be an engrossing and rewarding watch, one that devoted fans of dystopia and sci-fi will relish.” — S.H.
Starring: Rebecca Ferguson, Steve Zahn, Tim Robbins, Common, Harriet Walter, Chinaza Uche, Avi Nash, Alexandria Riley, Shane McRae, Remmie Milner, Clare Perkins, Billy Postlethwaite, Rick Gomez, Caitlin Zoz, Tanya Moodie, and Iain Glen
How to watch: Silo Season 2 premiers on Apple TV+ Nov. 15, with episodes streaming weekly.
4. St. Denis Medical
For the workplace sitcom obsessives among us, NBC’s St. Denis Medical is a promising addition to the genre. Created by Justin Spitzer (American Auto, Superstore) and writer Eric Ledgin, this mockumentary-style comedy follows the lives of overworked nurses and doctors working at an Oregon hospital. From surgeries to stab wounds to systemic failures, this crew has seen it all — and they’re still keeping it together. Mostly.
On top of some inspired hospital hijinks — like the world’s worst operating room playlist — St. Denis Medical boasts an extra-promising ensemble, including frazzled head nurse Alex (Allison Tolman), brash director Joyce (Wendi McLendon-Covey), and disgruntled doctor Ron (David Alan Grier). Rounding it out are bro-y trauma surgeon Bruce (Josh Lawson), and nurses Val (Kaliko Kauahi, Superstore), Serena (Kahyun Kim), and Matt (Mekki Leeper, Jury Duty). Already gelling like gangbusters in the show’s first few episodes, could their chemistry reach the levels of other stellar mockumentary casts, like those of The Office, Parks and Recreation, and Abbott Elementary? Time will tell, but for now, St. Denis Medical is off to a winning start. — B.E.
Starring: Wendi McLendon-Covey, David Alan Grier, Allison Tolman, Josh Lawson, Mekki Leeper, Kahyun Kim, and Kaliko Kauahi
3. Hot Frosty
With Spooky Season behind us, no one can blame you for looking ahead to the festive fun of Christmas movies. Netflix is kicking off its holiday slate in November, with a selection of new and freshly charming holiday rom-coms. And this week, they’ve debuted our favorite of the batch: the absurd yet undeniably enchanting Hot Frosty, which, yes, is about a snowman who transforms into a real man.
Mean Girls‘ Lacey Chabert and Schitt’s Creek‘s Dustin Milligan headline this tale of girl meets snowman. Not only is this playful movie festooned with festive flair like Christmas cookies, a holiday festival, and chipper songs, but it also boasts a playful shopping montage, allusions to Terminator and Pretty Woman, and plenty of opportunities for its buff leading man to be shirtless. (The cold never bothered him anyway.) As I wrote in our Watch of the Week review: “There’s a sincere pleasure in slipping down the ludicrous slide that is Hot Frosty’s premise, in which a hot, naive, but very sweet man is the perfect Christmas wish — for [its romantic heroine] and for any of us who may need a bit of comfort from a cold, cold world.” — K.P.
Starring: Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, Katy Mixon Greer, Lauren Holly, Joe Lo Truglio, and Craig Robinson
How to watch: Hot Frosty is now streaming on Netflix.
2. Thelma
Need a feel-good movie? Then our top pick for you is this barrage of sunshine out of Sundance 2024. Written and directed by Josh Margolin as an ode to his beloved grandmother, Thelma plays like Mission: Impossible — if it followed a 93-year-old grandma who kicks butt and takes names.
Academy Award–nominee June Squibb stars as our eponymous action-comedy hero. After being duped out of some big bucks on a telephone scammer, this no-nonsense nonagenarian sets forth on a quest to get vengeance — and her money back! Along the way, she’ll commit a string of petty crimes, like stealing a mobility scooter (or getaway ride) from her dear friend Ben (Shaft‘s Richard Roundtree). Meanwhile, her adoring family (Fred Hechinger, Parker Posey, and Clark Gregg) frantically search to stop her before she gets hurt! But fret not. Thelma is old-school fun that never mocks its retiree leads and always keeps comedy firmly in the scooter seat.
As I wrote in Mashable’s review out of Sundance: “In the end, Thelma laughs at the absurdity of aging, not the elderly…. These heroes might fall, but like Tom Cruise, they’ll get up again, perhaps inspiring us as they rise. Bolstered by some cheeky action tropes, including twists, chases, gunplay, and even an explosion, Thelma is more than a winsome romp. It’s a real thrill.” — K.P.
Starring: June Squibb, Fred Hechinger, Richard Roundtree, Parker Posey, and Clark Gregg
How to watch: Thelma begins streaming on Hulu Nov. 15.
1. Fast and Furious: 1 – 6
There’s a slim chance, possibly an inch, possibly a mile, that you haven’t seen the Fast and Furious films. But the good news? The first six films are coming to Netflix, ready for you to NOS-boost your way into some of the finest action films of all time (fight me). Look, we love all 10 films. but these first six have literally more grounded storylines, equally innovative and mind-blowing stunts, and the same sublime cast. And these are the six films released in star Paul Walker’s lifetime, before his death in 2013.
You’re in for 2001’s superb franchise-starter The Fast and the Furious; the underrated, music video-like sequel 2 Fast 2 Furious; the fan-favorite spinoff, Tokyo Drift; the completely fine Fast & Furious; the absolute banger of a heist film Fast Five; and the ultimately heartbreaking Fast & Furious 6.
Cancel your plans, live a quarter mile at a time, and watch all six in a row. — Shannon Connellan, UK Editor
Starring: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Tyrese Gibson, Eva Mendes, Devon Aoki, Lucas Black, Sung Kang, Luke Evans, Gal Gadot, Dwayne Johnson, and Elsa Pataky
(*) denotes a blurb has been lifted or modified from a prior TV preview.