With it being the holidays this week, you may be looking to stream something to keep the spirit alive, like Doctor Who: Joy to the World. Or maybe you’d rather enjoy something scarier like A Quiet Place: Day One. No matter your preference, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this week. Here are all the movies and shows coming to your streaming platforms.
Gladiator II
Gladiator II will be available to buy or rent on Prime beginning December 24. The sequel to the Academy Award-winning film Gladiator, it follows Lucius, a man who must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home, years after watching the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, Lucius looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people. The film stars Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and Connie Nielsen.
Y2K
Y2K will also be available to rent or buy on Prime beginning December 24. It tells the story of two high school juniors who crash a New Year’s Eve party on the last night of 1999, only to find themselves fighting for their lives when the terror of Y2K becomes a reality and all machines rise up against humanity. The film stars Rachel Zegler, Jaeden Martell, Julien Dennison, Lachlan Watson, Eduardo Franco, Mason Gooding, Kyle Mooney, and Alicia Silverstone.
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A Quiet Place: Day One
A Quiet Place: Day One will be available to stream on Prime beginning December 30. This film is the prequel to the 2018 film A Quiet Place. It tells the story of a woman and other survivors trying to find a way to safety when New York City is attacked by an alien invasion . They soon learn that they must remain absolutely silent as the mysterious creatures are drawn to the slightest sound. The film stars Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, and Djimon Hounsou.
Doctor Who: Joy to the World
The new Christmas special Doctor Who: Joy to the World will premiere on Disney+ on December 25. The special will follow Joy as she opens a secret doorway to the Time Hotel and discovers danger, dinosaurs, and the Doctor. But a deadly plan is unfolding across the Earth, just in time for Christmas. The special stars Ncuti Gatwa and Nicola Coughlan.
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Squid Game – Season 2
Squid Game is finally coming back for a second season, which will premiere its first 7 episodes on Netflix on December 26. This season will feature new games with main character Gi-hun entering once again 3 years later.
Your Friend, Nate Bargatze
In his new comedy special Your Friend, Nate Bargatze, comedian Nate Bargatze tackles pizza-ordering strategies for guys’ night, wanting a second dog, and relying on his responsible wife.
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Whether you plan on binging the newest season of Squid Game or having a good laugh with Your Friend, Nate Bargatze, this is the perfect week to relax and enjoy all the movies and TV shows you want. Comment below and let us know what ends up being your favorite.
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