Film Friday presents 5 Must-Watch Movies & Shows for Your Weekend! Enjoy Ryan Gosling’s action-comedy The Fall Guy, now available digitally after its theatrical release. Watch Jennifer Lopez’s sci-fi thriller Atlas, the drama Maxton Hall based on the German bestseller novel “Save Me”, the sports excitement of Challengers, and the legendary journey of The Beach Boys, all on Netflix, Prime Video, and more.
The Fall Guy (Prime Video)
Inspired by the 80s TV show of the same name, The Fall Guy is a hilarious action-comedy film starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. Gosling plays Colt Seavers, a stuntman recovering from a bad accident. The injury sidelined him and messed up his romance with Jody Moreno (Blunt), a talented camerawoman with director dreams. Fast forward: Jody lands her big break directing a movie. But trouble hits when the lead actor vanishes. Now Colt must step in, find the missing star, uncover a secret plot, and maybe even rekindle his love with Jody. See The Fall Guy to find out.
Maxton Hall- The World Between Us (Prime Video)
Based on Mona Kasten’s popular novel “Save Me”, Maxton Hall is a German-language romantic drama set in England. The story follows Ruby Bell, an ambitious student aiming for Oxford, who wins a scholarship to Maxton Hall, an elite boarding school. There, she encounters James Beaufort, a wealthy heir accustomed to luxury. When Ruby discovers a shocking secret, their worlds collide. Maxton Hall offers Shakespearean twists and philosophical undertones. The voiceovers influenced by these elements add a whole new layer to the story, making it much more than just a typical romance.
Atlas (Netflix)
Jennifer Lopez is back on Netflix with this sci-fi thriller. This time, J-Lo plays a tough government analyst with a score to settle. Blasting off into space, she hunts a rogue robot with a dark past that threatens humanity. But space missions rarely go smoothly, and soon she’s forced to adapt and trust the unexpected to stop AI from going rogue. Can she overcome her past and save the future? Find out in Atlas.
Challengers (Amazon & Apple TV)
Director Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers is a steamy sports drama. Zendaya leads as Tashi Duncan, a tennis prodigy forced to trade the court for the coaching box after a brutal injury. Now, she channels her passion into training her husband Art Donaldson (Mike Faist), a champion struggling through a losing streak. Hoping to reignite his fire, Tashi enters Art in a minor tournament. But fate throws a curveball – their past collides with Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor), a washed-up player who used to be Art’s best friend and Tashi’s ex-flame. Challengers promises high stakes, tangled emotions, and a game that goes beyond the court.
The Beach Boys (Disney Plus)
Directed by Frank Marshall and Thom Zimny, this documentary celebrates The Beach Boys. The band that captured the essence of the California Dream and transformed pop music. From their humble beginnings to global success, this Disney Plus original chronicles their journey, featuring archival footage and new interviews. The Beach Boys is essential viewing for anyone interested in rock and roll legends.
