Top Streaming Picks: Brandi Carlile A House of Dynamite Demi Lovato and Nobody Wants This

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Top Streaming Picks: Brandi Carlile A House of Dynamite Demi Lovato and Nobody Wants This

New entertainment offerings are set to grace streaming platforms from October 20 to 26, featuring films, music, and games that cater to diverse tastes.

Top Streaming Picks: Brandi Carlile, A House of Dynamite, Demi Lovato, and Nobody Wants This

Films Premiering this Week

  • A House of Dynamite (October 24 on Netflix): Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this nuclear fallout thriller tells the intense story of a missile threatening Chicago. The film unfolds in real-time over 18 minutes, showcasing three perspectives, and stars Rebecca Ferguson, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, and Idris Elba as the president.
  • Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost (October 24 on Apple TV): Ben Stiller pays homage to his parents, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. This documentary document explores their impact on his life and career through personal and professional archives.
  • Eden (October 24 on Prime Video): Directed by Ron Howard, this film is based on the true story of a group of Europeans aiming to create a utopia in the Galápagos in 1929. Starring Jude Law and Ana de Armas, the film received mixed reviews and struggled at the box office.

New Music Releases

  • Returning to Myself by Brandi Carlile (October 24): This new solo album marks Carlile’s first release since 2021. Featuring the song “A War with Time,” co-written with Aaron Dessner, the album showcases her adeptness in blending folk and rock influences.
  • It’s Not That Deep by Demi Lovato (October 24): Lovato’s ninth studio album features catchy club-dance rhythms, diverging from her previous rock-heavy efforts. This album is anticipated to resonate well with fans looking for upbeat pop tracks.
  • Caos by Miguel (October 24): After nearly a decade, Miguel returns with a bilingual album that represents a significant conceptual shift in his music. He describes “Caos” as both personal and universally relatable, highlighting transformation.

New Series Launching This Week

  • Nobody Wants This (Season 2 on Netflix): The series continues the journey of a rabbi and an agnostic podcast host as they navigate serious relationship challenges and differing faiths.
  • Harlan Coben’s Lazarus (October 24 on Prime Video): This thriller features Sam Claflin as a forensic psychiatrist investigating cold cases linked to his father’s death.
  • Anne Rice’s Talamasca: The Secret Order (October 26 on AMC+): This new series delves into a secret society tasked with tracking supernatural beings like witches and vampires, building on Rice’s Immortal Universe.
  • It — Welcome to Derry (October 26 on HBO Max): Set in 1962, this prequel to the “It” films introduces new characters facing eerie occurrences in Derry, Maine, and features Bill Skarsgård reprising his role as Pennywise.

Upcoming Video Games

  • Ninja Gaiden 4 (October 24): Players join Yakumo in a dystopian Tokyo, battling cyber soldiers and monstrous foes. A collaboration between Team Ninja and Platinum Games, this installment promises intense action.
  • Vampire: The Masquerade — Bloodlines 2 (October 24): Players assume the role of a vampire awakening in modern Seattle, engaging with rival clans while navigating a rich narrative rooted in a popular tabletop RPG.

This week’s streaming options offer a mix of thrilling narratives, engaging music, and exciting gaming experiences, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.