Top Upcoming Movies and TV Shows to Watch
As Hollywood gathers in Austin for SXSW, a host of exciting film and television projects are set to debut. Here’s a look at the key highlights from the festival, showcasing some of the most anticipated upcoming movies and TV shows to watch.
Films to Look Forward To
- I Love Boosters: Directed by Boots Riley, this film revolves around a group of shoplifters targeting upscale stores. Keke Palmer stars as an aspiring designer navigating the fashion world. Premiere date coming soon.
- Ready or Not 2: Here I Come: The sequel to the 2019 thriller features Grace MacCaullay, played by Samara Weaving, who faces new threats from a wealthy elite. Set for release April 24.
- Over Your Dead Body: A dark comedy thriller directed by Jorma Taccone, featuring Samara Weaving and Jason Segel. Centers on a toxic couple’s deadly trip to a remote cabin, hitting theaters April 24.
- #SkyKing: A documentary by Patricia E. Gillespie examining the tragic story of Richard “Beebo” Russell, who stole an airplane and crashed it in 2018. It will premiere on Hulu on April 14.
- #WhileBlack: This documentary tackles police brutality through the lens of social media, focusing on Darnella Frazier and Diamond Reynolds. A thought-provoking title at SXSW.
- The Sun Never Sets: Directed by Joe Swanberg, this film explores a complicated love triangle and family dynamics. Swanberg’s tenth SXSW premiere emphasizes his longstanding connection to the festival.
- Pretty Lethal: A thriller about ballet dancers fighting for survival in the woods. Set to debut on Prime Video on March 25, it stars notable Gen Z actresses.
- The Dads: A feature-length documentary that gives an intimate look at fathers supporting their transgender children amidst ongoing societal challenges.
- Family Movie: Directed by Kevin Bacon, it features a family that creates horror films. The project promises both comedy and scares when a real corpse shows up on set.
- Power Ballad: Starring Paul Rudd as a wedding singer, this comedy explores his encounters with a struggling boy-band star, Nick Jonas. Directed by John Carney.
- Forbidden Fruits: A cult horror film about a group of young witches interrupted by a new salesperson. A modern twist akin to “The Craft.”
- Love Language: Starring Chloë Grace Moretz, this romantic comedy centers on a woman writing wedding vows and facing her past feelings. A great romantic option amidst the festival’s darker themes.
TV Shows Making Their Debut
- The Comeback: Lisa Kudrow reprises her role as Valerie Cherish in this cult classic. Season 3 will premiere at SXSW, teasing viewers with a comedic storyline written by AI.
- Margo’s Got Money Troubles: Starring Dakota Fanning, this comedy-drama revolves around a woman finding financial stability following an unexpected pregnancy. The first three episodes launch on April 15 on Apple TV.
- The Audacity: A new series exploring the exaggerated ambitions in Silicon Valley, led by Billy Magnussen and Zach Galifianakis. It premieres on April 12 on AMC and AMC+.
SXSW serves as a vibrant platform for unveiling these unique projects, blending humor, thrill, and social commentary. Viewers can expect to see much of this talent and storytelling grace screens shortly.
