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Season Premiere:The Deuce (HBO) Series Premieres:The Miniaturist (PBS)In 1686, 18-year-old Nella Oortman (Anya Taylor-Joy, Split, The Witch) arrives in Amsterdam to meet her wealthy merchant husband Johannes Brandt (Alex Hassell, Genius: Picasso), but is instead met by his sister Marin (Romola Garai, Churchill’s Secret, The Hour). When Johannes appears, he presents her with a wedding gift: a cabinet that is a miniature replica of their home, to be furnished by an elusive Miniaturist, whose tiny creations mirror what is happening within the house in unexpected ways and seem to be predicting and unraveling the future with unsettling precision.As Nella begins to uncover its secrets and those of the Brandt household she realizes the escalating dangers that await them all. Does the Miniaturist hold their fate in her hands? And will she be the key to their salvation or the architect of their downfall?You (Lifetime)What would you do for love? For a brilliant male bookstore manager who crosses paths with an aspi

In Theaters, Friday September 14, 2018 Bel CantoRoxane Coss (Moore), a famous American soprano, travels to South America to give a private concert at the birthday party of rich Japanese industrialist Katsumi Hosokawa (Watanabe). Just as a handsome gathering of local dignitaries convenes at Vice-President Ruben Ochoa's mansion, including French Ambassador Thibault (Lambert) and his wife (Zylberstein), Hosokawa's faithful translator Gen (Kase), and Russian trade delegate Fyorodov (Krupa), the house is taken over by guerrillas led by Comandante Benjamin (Huerta) demanding the release of their imprisoned comrades. Their only contact with the outside world is through Red Cross negotiator Messner (Koch). A month long standoff ensues in which hostages and captors must overcome their differences and find their shared humanity and hope in the face of impending disaster.Starring: Julianne Moore, Ken Watanabe, Sebastian Koch, Christopher LambertDirected by: Paul WeitzProduced by: Caroline Baron, Anthony Weintraub,

Currently in Theaters, Released on Friday, August 15, 2018Crazy Rich AsiansRachel Chu is happy to accompany her longtime boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend's wedding in Singapore. She's also surprised to learn that Nick's family is extremely wealthy and he's considered one of the country's most eligible bachelors. Thrust into the spotlight, Rachel must now contend with jealous socialites, quirky relatives and something far, far worse -- Nick's disapproving mother.Starring: Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Gemma Chan, Awkwafina, Nico Santos, Lisa Lu, Ken JeongMichelle YeohDirected by: Jon M. ChuProduced by: Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, John PenottiScreenplay: Peter Chiarelli, Adele LimCinematography: Vanja CernjulDistributed by: Warner Bros. PicturesRuntime: 121 minutes   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Theaters, Friday, September 14, 2018The PredatorFrom the outer reaches of space to the small-town streets of suburbia, the hunt comes home. The universe's most lethal hunters are stronger, smarter and deadlier than ever before, having genetically upgraded themselves with DNA from other species. When a boy accidentally triggers their return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and an evolutionary biologist can prevent the end of the human race.Starring: Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Jacob Tremblay, Keegan-Michael Key, Olivia Munn, Thomas Jane, Alfie Allen, Sterling K. BrownDirected by: Shane BlackProduced by: John DavisWritten by: Fred Dekker, Shane BlackCinematography: Larry FongDistributed by: 20th Century FoxRuntime: 107 minutes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Early Season PremiereGod Friended Me (CBS)God Friended Me is described as a humorous, uplifting series that explores questions of faith, existence and science. It centers on Miles (Hall), an outspoken atheist whose life is turned upside down when he is friended by God on Facebook. Unwittingly, he becomes an agent of change in the lives and destinies of others around him. Violett Beane will play Cara Bloom. Confident, compelling and quick-witted, Cara is a leading writer at an online magazine. Under pressure for her next big story, her life takes an interesting turn when she meets Miles—thanks to God's friend suggestion. Mid-Season Check-InGet Shorty (Epix)Get Shorty follows "Miles Daly, who works as muscle for a murderous crime ring in Nevada. For the sake of his daughter, he attempts to change professions and become a movie producer, laundering money through a Hollywood film. But instead of leaving the criminal world behind, he accidentally brings it with him to Los Angeles." Daly ends up working with "

The Cosby Show’s Geoffrey Owens, aka Elvin, shamed by FOX News for “bagging groceries” at Trader Joe’s. The internet comes to the rescue. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

AMAZON PRIMEFighting Temptations (2003)Advertising executive Darrin Hill (Cuba Gooding Jr.) loses his job and his girlfriend after his many lies about his background and education are discovered. Soon after, he returns to his small Georgia hometown to collect an inheritance from his Aunt Sally (Ann Nesby). To receive it, he must lead the church choir to victory in a gospel competition. With the help of childhood friend Lilly (Beyoncé Knowles), now a beautiful singer, Darrin gets the choir ready to perform.Ghostbusters (1984)After the members of a team of scientists (Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray) lose their cushy positions at a university in New York City, they decide to become "ghostbusters" to wage a high-tech battle with the supernatural for money. They stumble upon a gateway to another dimension, a doorway that will release evil upon the city. The Ghostbusters must now save New York from complete destruction.Ghostbusters II (1989)After saving New York City from a ghost attack, the Ghostbusters --

Season Premieres:One Dollar (CBS All Access)"One Dollar" is a mystery set in a small rust belt town in post-recession America, where a one-dollar bill changing hands connects a group of characters involved in a shocking multiple murder. The path of the one-dollar bill and point of view in each episode paints a picture of a modern American town with deep class and cultural divides that spill into the open as the town's secrets get revealed.Jack Ryan (Amazon Prime)Up-and-coming CIA analyst Jack Ryan is thrust into a dangerous field assignment for the first time; he uncovers a pattern in terrorist communication that launches him into the middle of a dangerous gambit with a new breed of terrorism.Ozark (Netflix)Created by Bill Dubuque ("The Accountant," "The Judge"), this drama series stars Jason Bateman as Marty Byrde, a financial planner who relocates his family from Chicago to a summer resort community in the Ozarks. With wife Wendy and their two kids in tow, Marty is on the move after a money-laundering schem

In Theaters, Friday August 31, 2018The Little StrangerDuring the long, hot summer of 1948, Dr. Faraday travels to Hundreds Hall, home to the Ayres family for more than two centuries. The Hall is now in decline, and its inhabitants -- mother, son and daughter -- remain haunted by something more ominous than a dying way of life. When Faraday takes on a new patient there, he has no idea how closely the family's story is about to become entwined with his own.Starring: Domhnall Gleeson, Ruth Wilson, Will Poulter, Charlotte RamplingDirected by: Lenny AbrahamsonProduced by: Gail Egan, Andrea Calderwood, Ed GuineyWritten by: Lucinda CoxonCinematography: Ole Bratt BirkelandDistributed by: Focus Features (United States), Pathé (United Kingdom)Runtime: 111 minutes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Complete Season PremieresThe Innocents (Netflix)When a teenage couple run away to be together, the extraordinary gift they possess unleashes powerful forces intent on dividing them forever.Safe Harbour (Hulu)A psychological thriller set in Brisbane set around a group of friends whose sailing holiday to Indonesia alters their lives forever after they come across a boat overloaded with asylum seekers. Season FinalesHarlots (Hulu)In this drama set in 18th century London, Samantha Morton stars as Margaret Wells, a brothel owner and mother to two daughters, Charlotte and Lucy. When Margaret's business is attacked by Lydia Quigley (Lesley Manville), a ruthless rival madam, a war breaks out over the city's most profitable commercial activity -- sex. Margaret is determined to fight back and protect her business, even if it puts everything else at risk, including her family. Creators Moira Buffini and Alison Newman also serve as executive producers.Love Is ____ (OWN)is an American drama television series created

A Beautiful Mind (2001)A human drama inspired by events in the life of John Forbes Nash Jr., and in part based on the biography "A Beautiful Mind" by Sylvia Nasar. From the heights of notoriety to the depths of depravity, John Forbes Nash Jr. experienced it all. A mathematical genius, he made an astonishing discovery early in his career and stood on the brink of international acclaim. But the handsome and arrogant Nash soon found himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery.Across the Universe (2007)The songs of the Beatles provide the sonic framework for this musical tale of romance, war and peace. When young British worker Jude (Jim Sturgess) sets sail for the United States in search of his father, he ends up meeting carefree college student Max (Joe Anderson) and his lovely sister, Lucy (Evan Rachel Wood), along with a cast of eccentric characters. As Jude and Lucy fall for each other, their relationship is threatened by the social upheaval that accompanies the Vietnam War.Analyze That (200

Off the Cuff is where you can get personal with the Critic and Referee. This mixed bag of topics could include Documentaries, Reality TV or Animation, and will allow you to see what the co-hosts are doing in their free time.In this episode, the Critic and Referee touch on Matt Thompson's (Executive Editor of The Atlantic) talk with senior editor Gillian White and culture writer Hannah Giorgis, to discuss how well movies and shows represent diverse experiences. Check out the discussion with Matt Thompson, Gillian White and Hanna Giorgis on, "The Atlantic Podcast" Link See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Theaters, Friday August 24, 2018Support the Girls Lisa is the general manager of Double Whammies, a sports bar that features skimpily dressed waitresses. Always nurturing and protective of her staff, she soon faces one trying day that tests her optimism at every turn.Starring: Haley Lu Richardson, Regina Hall, James Le Gros, AJ Michalka, Dylan Gelula, Junglepussy, Lea DeLaria, Jana Kramer, Brooklyn DeckerDirected by: Andrew BujalskiProduced by: Houston King, Sam SlaterWritten by: Andrew BujalskiCinematography: Matthias GrunskyDistributed by: Magnolia PicturesRuntime: 91 minutes  Released on Netflix August 10, 2018The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel SocietyIn 1946 a London-based writer begins exchanging letters with residents on the island of Guernsey, which was German-occupied during WWII. Feeling compelled to visit the island, she starts to get a picture of what it was like during the occupation.Starring: Lily James, Michiel Huisman, Glen Powell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Katherine Parkinson

Season Finale:Strange Angel (CBS All Access)Jack Parsons, a brilliant and ambitious blue-collar worker of 1930s Los Angeles, started as a janitor at a chemical factory but had fantastical dreams that led him to birth the unknown discipline of American rocketry. Along the way, he fell into a mysterious world that included sex magic rituals at night, ultimately becoming a disciple of infamous occultist Aleister Crowley. Parsons used Crowley's teachings of self-actualization to support his unimaginable and unprecedented endeavor to the stars. Season Premieres:Get Shorty (Epix)Working as muscle for a murderous Nevada crime ring, Miles Daly decides to change professions and become a Hollywood movie producer.Ballers (HBO)A superstar during his football playing days, Spencer Strasmore tries to find the same success as a financial manager for current players in sun-splashed Miami. Heeding his boss Joe's instruction to "monetize his friendships," Spencer builds a client base of young phenoms and veteran stars ali

In Select Theaters, Friday August 17, 2018We the AnimalsManny, Joel, and Jonah tear their way through childhood. Their mother and father have a volatile relationship that makes and unmakes the family many times over, often leaving the boys fending for themselves. As their parents rip at one another, Manny and Joel harden and grow into versions of their father. With the triumvirate fractured, Jonah, who is the youngest, becomes increasingly aware of his desperate need to escape. Driven to the edge, Jonah embraces an imagined world all his own.Starring: Evan Rosado, Raúl Castillo, Sheila Vand, Isaiah Kristian, Josiah GabrielDirected by: Jeremiah ZagarProduced by: Paul Mezey, Jeremy Yaches, Christina D. King, Andrew GoldmanScreenplay by: Jeremiah Zagar, Dan KitrosserCinematography: Zak MulliganDistributed by: The OrchardRuntime: 90 minutes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Released on June 15, 2018Incredibles 2Everyone’s favorite family of superheroes is back in “Incredibles 2” – but this time Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is in the spotlight, leaving Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell) and Dash (voice of Huck Milner) to navigate the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life. It’s a tough transistion for everyone, made tougher by the fact that the family is still unaware of baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. When a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) must find a way to work together again—which is easier said than done, even when they’re all Incredible.Starring: Evan Rosado, Raúl Castillo, Sheila Vand, Isaiah Kristian, Josiah GabrielDirected by: Brad BirdProduced by: John Walker, Nicole Paradis GrindleWritten by: Brad BirdCinematography: Mahyar Abousaeedi, Erik SmittDistributed by: Walt Disney Studios Motion PicturesRuntime: 125 minutes See acast.com/privacy for privacy

Season Finales:Claws (TNT)At the Nail Artisan of Manatee County salon in Central Florida, five diverse, hardworking manicurists try to make ends meet in a staid economy while managing perilous personal lives awash in drama. Amidst all the silk wraps, pedicures and polish treatments, salon owner Desna, who lives with and cares for her mentally ill twin brother, leads a staff that includes best friend Jennifer, now sober and raising two kids from a previous relationship; enigmatic Ann, who provides security for the salon; mild-mannered preppy and ex-convict Polly; and Virginia, who becomes easily bored and impatient with her job. Also hanging around the salon are shady redneck Roller; ambulance coach Bryce, Jennifer's husband who is also newly sober; and Uncle Daddy, a dangerous, deeply Catholic and actively bisexual crime boss.Succession (HBO)Although he has no plans to step aside as the head of Waystar Royco, the international media conglomerate controlled by his family, aging patriarch Logan Roy is contempla

In Theaters, Friday August 10, 2018BlacKkKlansmanFrom visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (John David Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. The young detective soon recruits a more seasoned colleague, Flip Zimmerman (Adam Driver), into the undercover investigation of a lifetime. Together, they team up to take down the extremist hate group as the organization aims to sanitize its violent rhetoric to appeal to the mainstream. Produced by the team behind the Academy-Award® winning Get Out.Starring: John David Washington, Adam Driver, Laura Harrier, Topher GraceDirected by: Spike LeeProduced by: Jason Blum, Spike Lee, Raymond Mansfield, Sean McKittrick, Jordan Peele, Shaun RedickScreenplay by: Spike Lee, David Rabinowitz, Charli

In Select Theaters, Friday August 10, 2018Skate KitchenCamille's life as a lonely suburban teenager changes dramatically when she befriends a group of girl skateboarders. As she journeys deeper into this raw New York City subculture, she begins to understand the true meaning of friendship.Starring: Rachelle Vinberg, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Jaden Smith, Nina Moran, Taylor Gray, Thaddeus Daniels, Kabrina Adams, Jules Lorenzo, Judah Lang, Ajani RussellDirected by: Crystal MoselleProduced by: Michael Sherman, Rodrigo Teixeira, Julia Nottingham, Matthew Perniciaro, Lizzie Nastro, Izabella TzenkovaCinematography: Shabier KirchnerDistributed by: Magnolia PicturesRuntime: 140 minutes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Theaters, Friday August 10, 2018The MegA massive creature attacks a deep-sea submersible, leaving it disabled and trapping the crew at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. With time running out, rescue diver Jonas Taylor must save the crew and the ocean itself from an unimaginable threat -- a 75-foot-long prehistoric shark known as the Megalodon.Starring: Jason Statham, Li Bingbing, Rainn Wilson, Ruby Rose, Winston Chao, Cliff CurtisDirected by: Jon TurteltaubProduced by: Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Colin Wilson, Belle AveryScreenplay by: Dean Georgaris, Jon Hoeber, Erich HoeberCinematography: Tom SternDistributed by: Warner Bros. PicturesRuntime: 113 minutes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.