Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Stephanie Hsu star in Everything Everywhere All At Once.
This week, as in the case for any other week, features a who’s-who of intriguing content for Netflix
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Below are my picks for the absolute best options available this week to Netflixers. In the first section, you’ll find the five best movies, shows, and live content. Then, at the bottom of the article, you’ll find a full list of everything coming to and leaving Netflix over the next seven days. My guess is your movie nights will be occupied by this slew of great content this upcoming week.
The Best New Movies and Shows on Netflix This Week
Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 1)
The first season of Netflix’s live-action take on Avatar: The Last Airbender premieres this week to about just as much hype as you can expect from such a beloved series. In this reimagining of the Nickelodeon classic, the world awaits the return of the Avatar, a prodigy capable of bending all four elements. Enter Aang, the last Air Nomad, awakening to his destiny alongside the waterbending Katara and her warrior brother, Sokka. In a narrative woven with the threads of mysticism and peril, Aang’s band must outmaneuver not only the mystical forces at play but also withstand Fire Lord Ozai’s tyranny, with Zuko loyally by his side. Gordon Cormier steps into Aang’s shoes, flanked by Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, and Dallas Liu, with Daniel Dae Kim taking on the role of the fearsome Fire Lord Ozai.
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (2024)
In Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken, we are introduced to Ruby Gillman, a 16-year-old who’s not just navigating the treacherous waters of high school but is also secretly a descendant of the mighty Kraken queens. In an unexpected twist of fate, Ruby Gillman emerges from the shadows into a legacy-laden clash with siren-like foes, her concealed bloodline casting her as the protagonist in an ancestral drama where she must face off against sea-dwelling deceivers that not only challenge her sense of self but also threaten to upset a delicate maritime equilibrium. Lana Condor, Annie Murphy, and Toni Collette lend their voices to director Kirk DeMicco’s vibrant animated journey that explores the power of accepting oneself. This story delves into themes of heritage and personal truth, showcasing how recognizing one’s own identity can be a source of immense strength.
The 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
Mark your calendars for a night of glitz, glamour, and groundbreaking achievements as Netflix broadcasts the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards live. The ever-growing collection of SAG-AFTRA members, over a hundred thousand strong, casts their votes in an act that mirrors the vast tapestry and united resonance of performers across this medium. Among the illustrious nominees are Lily Gladstone, for her unforgettable role in Killers of the Flower Moon; Cillian Murphy, for his intense work in Oppenheimer; and Sterling K. Brown, who brought his best stuff to American Fiction. Get ready for a night to remember.
Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)
Everything Everywhere All At Once is a whirlwind of a movie that catapults Evelyn Wang (Michelle Yeoh), a laundromat owner on the verge of personal and financial ruin, into a bewildering multiverse adventure. Evelyn’s life is pretty ordinary, dealing with family drama and the stress of an IRS audit that’s not going her way. Out of nowhere, she finds herself on a wild ride through countless other worlds. This isn’t just about crunching numbers or bickering at the dinner table anymore—it’s about tapping into potential she never knew she had to tackle a crisis stretching across the cosmos. In this cinematic gem, crowned by the Academy with a Best Picture win last year, Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, and Jamie Lee Curtis deliver standout performances in a narrative where Evelyn’s otherwise ordinary existence collides with the extraordinary, unveiling dormant powers that could be pivotal in safeguarding not just her own reality but an entire mosaic of universes.
Mea Culpa (2024)
Tyler Perry’s Mea Culpa introduces us to Mea Harper (Kelly Rowland), a defense attorney who delves into the complex case of Zyair Malloy (Trevante Rhodes), a client whose charm and mystery blur the lines between guilt and innocence. Peeling through the case’s deceptive veneer, Harper encounters a web of seduction and half-truths that challenge her discernment. This modern erotic thriller presents a narrative rich in clandestine desires and treacherous trust, weaving an intricate dance where secrets reign supreme and sincerity stands on shaky ground. In a narrative steered by Perry, Mea Culpa weaves through a labyrinth of fervent encounters and covert betrayals, offering an odyssey that’s as beguiling as it is fraught with peril.
Every New Movie and Show on Netflix This Week
- February 19: Little Angel (Volume 4); Rhythm + Flow Italy (Season 1)
- February 20: Mike Epps: Ready to Sell Out (2024); Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (2024)
- February 21: Can I Tell You A Secret? (Season 1)
- February 22: Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 1); Southpaw (2015)
- February 23: Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022); Formula 1: Drive to Survive (Season 6); Ghost Doctor (Season 1); Mea Culpa (2024); The Indrani Mukerjea Story: Buried Truth (Season 1); Through My Window: Looking at You (2024)
- February 24: Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2021); The 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards; The Real World (Season 9)
Every Movie and Show Leaving Netflix This Week
Note: The dates represent your last days to watch these movies and shows.
- February 19: Kevin James: Sweat the Small Stuff (2001); Operation Finale (2018)
- February 20: Zindagi in Short (2020)
- February 23: Married at First Sight (Season 12); The Real World (Season 12)
- February 24: Really Love (2020)
- February 25: Rise: Ini Kalilah (2018); The Last Bastion (2018)