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 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
THE BEEKEEPER
The Beekeeper is the new action thriller starring Jason Statham, as a man out for revenge. The film is directed by David Ayer (Suicide Squad, Bright). Our THS review called The Beekeeper a fantastic action movie, reminiscent of the 70s and 80s style action films.
The Beekeeper feels old school and classic, while also looking and sounding like a modern movie. It’s a fantastic action romp from David Ayer that’ll bring you so much joy from watching scammers get blown up, lit up, and screwed up
Hunter Bolding, That Hashtag Show
Release Date: January 12, 2024
What’s it about?: Adam Clay is a former operative of a clandestine organization called “Beekeepers”. After his friend and neighbor dies by suicide after falling for a phishing scam, Clay sets out to exact revenge against the company responsible
Who’s in it? Jason Statham, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Josh Hutcherson, Bobby Naderi, Minnie Driver, Phylicia Rashad and Jeremy Irons.
THE BOOK OF CLARENCE
The Book of Clarence is the new film from writer-director Jeymes Samuel, inspired by Hollywood biblical epics.
Release Date: January 12, 2024
What’s it about?: A struggling down-on-his-luck man named Clarence living in A.D. 33 Jerusalem looks to capitalize on the rise of Jesus Christ by claiming to be a new Messiah sent by God, in an attempt to free himself of debt and start a life of glory for himself.
Who’s in it? LaKeith Stanfield, Omar Sy, RJ Cyler, Anna Diop, David Oyelowo, Micheal Ward, Alfre Woodard,
WATCH TO WATCH: TV & STREAMING RELEASES
ECHO
The latest entry into the MCU, Echo is the first series to release under the new Marvel Spotlight umbrella. Echo is rated TV-MA so it does contain more violence than your typical Disney+ Marvel series. The series follows Maya Lopez, who was first introduced in Hawkeye, as she returns home after her showdown with Kingpin. Our THS review found Echo to be a great addition to the MCU and also praised its representation and partnership with the Choctaw Nation in their portrayal.
Through it all, Echo is a series that should be a welcome addition to the Marvel catalog. It’s a smaller-scale story that people have been clamoring for. While it does have some issues with storyline pacing and a bit too much recap, it’ll still satisfy action fanatics looking for a more mature-feeling Marvel TV show.
Hunter Bolding, That Hashtag Show
Where’s it streaming?: Disney+ January 10
What’s it about? Maya Lopez’s ruthless behavior in New York City catches up with her in her hometown; she must face her past, reconnect with her Native American roots, and embrace the meaning of family and community.
LIFT
Releasing on Netflix, Lift, is an action-heist-comedy starring Kevin Hart. Hart stars as Cyrus, a master thief who is recruited by his ex-girlfriend and Interpol agent to steal $500 million in gold off a passenger plane, while it’s 40,000 feet in the air. The film also stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Vincent D’Onofrio, Billy Magnussen, Jacob Batalon, Jean Reno, and Sam Worthington.
Where’s it streaming?: Netflix on January 12
What’s it about? A master thief is wooed by his ex-girlfriend and the FBI to pull off an impossible heist with his international crew on a 777 passenger flight from London to Zurich.
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