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Check out all the exciting releases coming to the big (and small) screen in Q2. From Tay-Tay sing-alongs to Zendaya screentimes, you won’t be disappointed with these binge-able titles.
The best new releases to indulge in…
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)
Swifties have manifested it, and it’s finally happening. This Spring, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version) will be available to watch on loop at home exclusively on Disney+. The history-making, cinematic recording of her August 2023 concerts in California is getting its highly-anticipated streaming release in the region this March. The timing could not be more perfect, as fans are gearing up for the worldwide release of her new album, The Tortured Poets Department. It sure is a Swiftie Spring, and we’re totally on board.
Available on Disney+ from March 15.
Ramy Youssef: More Feelings
Egyptian-American comedy mogul Ramy Youssef is back with his brand-new stand-up comedy special, Ramy Youssef: More Feelings. It’s been four years since his first comedy special, Ramy Youssef: Feelings, and since then, he’s been busy earning his place amongst Hollywood’s stars. He is the mastermind behind the award-winning series “Ramy”, a show about a first-generation Egyptian-American Muslim on a spiritual journey in a politically divided New Jersey community. Youssef is also behind the Netflix series “Mo” inspired by Mo Amer’s life as a Palestinian refugee in Houston, as well as a director of some episodes of the hit show, “The Bear”. On the big screen, Youssef stars alongside Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, and Mark Ruffalo in Yorgos Lanthimos’ highly acclaimed film, “Poor Things”.
Available on OSN from March 17.
Oppenheimer
Remember that Oppenheimer vs Barbie saga? The broody blockbuster biopic is finally available to stream in the region this spring. Directed by mastermind Christopher Nolan and starring Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer, the award-winning picture guides you through Oppenheimer’s life: from his ground-breaking research to his pivotal role in the Manhattan Project during WWII. With a stellar cast that’ll keep you hooked throughout, strap in for a wild ride packed with drama, love, and sobering realities.
Coming to OSN on the 2nd day of Eid (April).
Challengers
Sign us up to watch any Zendaya movie. Challengers follows the story of Tashi (played by Zendaya), a pro tennis player-turned-coach who sets out to transform her husband into a world-famous Grand Slam champion. When he hits a losing streak, Tashi signs him up to compete in a ‘challenger’ event. Little does she know that the opponent is her ex-boyfriend, who also happens to be her husband’s ex best friend. Ouch. Cue the love triangle drama.
Coming to cinemas on April 25.
Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar
Get ready to binge-watch because Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” is dropping on May 1st, and the hype is real! This series dives deep into the world of Lahore’s courtesans and the historic red-light district, which used to be a diamond hotspot in old-school India. It’s all about Mallikajaan and Fareedan, duking it out for control of Heeramandi, with some serious drama and old grudges thrown into the mix. And while these two are busy battling it out, the whole country is going through a wild ride as freedom fighters go head-to-head with the Brits. Get ready for some serious historical drama with a side of spice.
Coming to Netflix MENA May 1.
The Fall Guy
OK, hear us out. In this new action-thriller movie, Ryan Gosling is a stuntman-bounty hunter who loves listening to Taylor Swift. The cross-over we didn’t know we needed. If you’re looking for a good cinema date, this movie sounds like the perfect pick. The action-thriller stars Gosling as Colt Seavers, a stuntman on a mission to find a missing movie star that he was once a stunt double for. Emily Blunt also stars as Gosling’s ex-girlfriend, with Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the missing movie star.
Coming to cinemas May 2.
Let It Be
“Let It Be,” the original 1970 film about The Beatles by Director Michael Lindsay-Hogg, is available to watch again for the first time in over 50 years. Initially released during the turmoil of the band’s breakup, it’s finally getting the recognition it deserves in Beatles history. Once seen in a gloomier light, the film now shines brightly thanks to its restoration and the insights from Peter Jackson’s award-winning docuseries, “The Beatles: Get Back.”
Coming to Disney+ May 8.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
The prequel that we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. Anya Taylor-Joy plays young Furiosa, a child kidnapped from her home in the Green Place to be thrown into a war between two Tyrants. The movie has all the potential to be 2024’s biggest action movie, transporting us back to the thrilling world of this sci-fi dystopia.
Coming to cinemas May 23.
Bridgerton: Season 3 Part 1
You KNOW we’ve been waiting for this one. Colin, determined to mend their friendship, steps up to mentor Penelope, boosting her confidence in the husband-hunt department. But as his advice starts hitting the mark—maybe a bit too well—Colin finds himself questioning if his feelings for Penelope are strictly platonic after all. Que the regal drama.
Coming to Netflix MENA May 16 (part one).
Camden
In the vibrant music scene of London’s Camden, this new series is diving deep into the untold tales of how this iconic neighborhood shaped the lives and careers of some of the world’s biggest artists. With a mix of archival footage, behind-the-scenes peeks, and interviews, get ready to uncover Camden’s rich history. From legendary musicians reminiscing about their early gigs to sold-out concerts, from wild nights out to youthful music discoveries, this series is your backstage pass to the heart of Camden.
Coming to Disney+ in May.
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