Welcome to this week’s installment of That Hashtag Show’s What To Watch, a viewing guide for new releases from this week and the upcoming weekend. I will attempt to hit the major new releases across theatres, television, and streaming. But of course, if I’ve missed something, please let me know in the comments. Also, be sure to let us know what you are watching this weekend in the comments or on social media.
WATCH TO WATCH: THEATRE RELEASES
AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM
It’s time to say goodbye to the current version of the DCEU. The Aquaman sequel marks the finale of the DCEU in its current form, as James Gunn is now developing a whole new entire Universe. Our THS review called it an entertaining film and praised the relationship between Arthur (Jason Momoa) and Orm (Patrick Wilson)
The absolute highlight of this film is the relationship between Orm and Arthur. Momoa and Wilson have a dynamic chemistry that drives the entire film. That makes sense because the story really follows them growing together as brothers.
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Release Date: December 22, 2023
What’s it about?: After failing to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta wields the power of the mythic Black Trident to unleash an ancient and malevolent force. Hoping to end his reign of terror, Aquaman forges an unlikely alliance with his brother, Orm, the former king of Atlantis. Setting aside their differences, they join forces to protect their kingdom and save the world from irreversible destruction.
Who’s in it? Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Patrick Wilson, Nicole Kidman, Dolph Lundgren, Yahya Abdul-Mateen, Temuera Morrison, and Randall Park
THE IRON CLAW
Zac Efron stars in the biographical sports film based on the life of professional wrestler Kevin Von Erich and the Von Erich family. The family was a dynasty of professional wrestlers in the 1980s who had enormous success and a multitude of personal tragedies. Our THS review called it the greatest pro wrestling movie ever and a star-making moment for Efron.
It is an absolute tearjerker, but not in the way you’d think. It’s not just a non-stop flow of sadness. Unlike previous pro wrestling movies, The Iron Claw actually does a magnificent job of conveying just how tragic this story is but leaves the audience with a feeling of serenity. What helps that feeling is that this movie is led by one of the best performances of the year from Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich.
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Release Date: December 22, 2023
What’s it about?: The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.
Who’s in it? Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson, Maura Tierney, Holt McCallany, and Lily James.
WATCH TO WATCH: TV & STREAMING RELEASES
REBEL MOON
Rebel Moon is a new original space opera by Zack Snyder. The film features an ensemble cast starring Sofia Boutella, Charlie Hunnam, Michiel Huisman, Djimon Hounsou, Doona Bae, Ray Fisher, Cleopatra Coleman, Jena Malone, Fra Fee, Ed Skrein, and Anthony Hopkins. The film had a limited theatrical release on December 15, before heading to Netflix on the 21st. Rebel Moon is envisioned as a franchise with an initial trilogy of films.
Where’s it streaming?: Netflix on December 21
What’s it about? When a colony on the edge of the galaxy finds itself threatened by the armies of the tyrannical Regent Balisarius, they dispatch a young woman with a mysterious past to seek out warriors from neighboring planets to help them take a stand.
WHAT IF…? SEASON 2
The second installment in the popular animated series debuts on Disney+. What If…? is an anthology series that has a different story for each episode, and that continues here with a new episode every day starting on December 22. There will be nine episodes in total, giving fans nine consecutive days of new episodes to look forward to over the Holidays.
Where’s it streaming?: Disney+ on December 22
What’s it about? Based on the Marvel Comics series of the same name, explores alternate timelines in the multiverse that show what would happen if major moments from the films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) occurred differently.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
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