UPDATE: A cold and snowy weekend is upon Boston and much of the Northeast, making it the ideal moment to dive into the latest movie and TV offerings. From a biopic on Bruce Springsteen to a captivating nature docuseries, here’s what to stream this weekend.
Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere premieres today, Friday, November 3, 2023, on Disney+ and Hulu. Starring Jeremy Allen White, known for his role in “The Bear,” this biopic explores the life of the legendary musician. Despite receiving only two stars from Globe critic Odie Henderson, he commended White’s performance, noting, “while he doesn’t try to imitate that iconic rasp, he sounds good and sweats up a storm even better.”
Another must-watch, The Smashing Machine, is available on HBO Max starting today. Directed by Benny Safdie, this A24 biopic features Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as mixed martial artist Mark Kerr, chronicling his battles in the sport and struggles with addiction. The film also stars Emily Blunt.
For nature lovers, Kingdom debuts tomorrow, Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 8 p.m. on AMC+ and BBC America. Narrated by the iconic Sir David Attenborough, this six-part series takes viewers on a journey through Zambia, showcasing the lives of lions, leopards, and other wildlife. New episodes will air weekly on Saturdays.
Fans of police procedurals can binge-watch all seven seasons of Rizzoli & Isles, now available on Netflix and Pluto TV. Based on Tess Gerritsen‘s novels, the series features Angie Harmon as detective Jane Rizzoli and Sasha Alexander as medical examiner Dr. Maura Isles. Their dynamic partnership provides a thrilling backdrop for solving cases.
Lastly, delve into the intriguing documentary Secret Mall Apartment, streaming today on Netflix. Directed by Jeremy Workman, this film reveals how a group of artists managed to live secretly within the Providence Place Mall during the early 2000s, with Jesse Eisenberg serving as an executive producer.
With winter’s chill setting in, now is the perfect time to cozy up and enjoy these fresh streaming options. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience these compelling stories!
