Every Movie Leaving Amazon Prime This Week, Including ‘Transformers’
If your watchlist has been gathering dust, this is your friendly nudge to hit play on some heavy-hitters—from slick action comedies and festival darlings to a rich lineup of Yash Raj crowd-pleasers—before they rotate out this week.
‘The Fall Guy’ (2024)

David Leitch directs this action comedy inspired by the 1980s TV series, with Ryan Gosling as stuntman Colt Seavers and Emily Blunt as filmmaker Jody Moreno, whose production spirals into a star-gone-missing conspiracy involving Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s action idol. The film showcases large-scale practical stunts, with Leitch’s 87North team and editor Elísabet Ronaldsdóttir shaping the set-piece rhythm and Jonathan Sela behind the camera. Drew Pearce wrote the screenplay, and the ensemble includes Hannah Waddingham, Winston Duke, Teresa Palmer, and Stephanie Hsu. Watch before it leaves on Wednesday, 10/29.
‘Touch’ (2024)

Baltasar Kormákur adapts Ólafur Jóhann Ólafsson’s novel into a cross-decades romantic drama about Kristófer, an Icelandic restaurateur who searches for his first love, Miko, across London and Japan; the roles are played by Egill Ólafsson (older Kristófer), Pálmi Kormákur (younger Kristófer), and Kōki (Miko). Kormákur co-wrote with Ólafsson, with cinematography by Bergsteinn Björgúlfsson and music by Högni Egilsson, produced by RVK Studios and Good Chaos. The narrative weaves 1960s memories with pandemic-era scenes, emphasizing memory, loss, and second chances. Watch before it leaves on Wednesday, 10/29.
‘Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic’ (2008)

Kunal Kohli writes and directs this family fantasy in which an angel (Rani Mukerji) is sent to help four children and their stern guardian (Saif Ali Khan) find their way back to love and laughter. Produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, the movie features supporting turns by Rishi Kapoor and Ameesha Patel, with music by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy and a score by Sandeep Chowta. Cinematography is by Sudeep Chatterjee and editing by Amitabh Shukla. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Ek Tha Tiger’ (2012)

Kabir Khan directs this spy thriller about a RAW agent, Tiger (Salman Khan), sent to Dublin to surveil a professor suspected of leaking nuclear secrets, only to fall for the professor’s caretaker, Zoya (Katrina Kaif). Co-written by Khan with Neelesh Misra from a story by Aditya Chopra, the film features Ranvir Shorey, Roshan Seth, Girish Karnad, and Gavie Chahal. Key craft credits include cinematography by Aseem Mishra, editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat, and songs by Sohail Sen with a track by Sajid–Wajid. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Dhoom 2’ (2006)

Sanjay Gadhvi’s sequel pits ACP Jai Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan) and Ali (Uday Chopra) against the master thief Aryan/Mr. A (Hrithik Roshan), with Aishwarya Rai and Bipasha Basu joining the heist-tinged chase across continents. Vijay Krishna Acharya wrote the screenplay from Aditya Chopra’s story for Yash Raj Films, with action design by Allan Amin and music by Pritam. The production shot in India, South Africa, and Brazil, and features editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat and cinematography by Nirav Shah and Vikas Sivaraman. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Bottle Shock’ (2008)

Randall Miller directs this dramedy about the 1976 “Judgment of Paris,” where California wines stunned the French establishment; Alan Rickman plays wine merchant Steven Spurrier, with Chris Pine and Bill Pullman as the Barretts of Chateau Montelena. Written by Miller, Jody Savin, and Ross Schwartz, the film blends biographical beats with a light comic touch. Michael J. Ozier handles cinematography and Mark Adler provides the score. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Hum Tum’ (2004)

Writer-director Kunal Kohli crafts a modern romance that tracks the evolving relationship of Karan (Saif Ali Khan) and Rhea (Rani Mukerji) over years of chance encounters, loosely echoing the structure of ‘When Harry Met Sally…’. Produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films, the film features Rishi Kapoor, Kirron Kher, and Jimmy Sheirgill in supporting roles. The music is by Jatin–Lalit with background score by Salim–Sulaiman, cinematography by Sunil Patel, and editing by Ritesh Soni. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Darr’ (1993)

Yash Chopra directs this psychological thriller about an obsessive lover, Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan), who terrorizes Kiran (Juhi Chawla) and clashes with her fiancé Sunil (Sunny Deol). Honey Irani wrote the story and screenplay, with dialogues by Javed Siddiqui, and the film features music by Shiv–Hari. Principal craft credits include cinematography by Manmohan Singh and editing by Keshav Naidu, produced under Yash Raj Films. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Badmaash Company’ (2010)

Parmeet Sethi makes his writing-directing debut with this crime-caper about four Mumbai friends—played by Shahid Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Vir Das, and Meiyang Chang—who parlay a clever import scheme into a globe-trotting con business. Produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films, the film was shot across India and the U.S. and features cinematography by Sanjay Kapoor and editing by Ritesh Soni. Pritam composed the songs, with Julius Packiam on the score. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Dil To Pagal Hai’ (1997)

Yash Chopra directs this musical romance set in a dance troupe, charting a love triangle among the choreographer Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) and dancers Pooja (Madhuri Dixit) and Nisha (Karisma Kapoor), with Akshay Kumar in a key supporting role. The screenplay credits include Aditya Chopra, Yash Chopra, Tanuja Chandra, and Pamela Chopra, with music by Uttam Singh and lyrics by Anand Bakshi. Manmohan Singh handles cinematography and V. Karnik edits, under the Yash Raj Films banner. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Mohabbatein’ (2000)

Aditya Chopra writes and directs this campus-set romantic drama centered on the ideological clash between stern headmaster Narayan (Amitabh Bachchan) and music teacher Raj (Shah Rukh Khan), with Aishwarya Rai as Raj’s lost love. The ensemble includes Uday Chopra, Shamita Shetty, Jugal Hansraj, Kim Sharma, Jimmy Sheirgill, and Preeti Jhangiani. Shot by Manmohan Singh and edited by V. Karnik, the film features songs by Jatin–Lalit and was produced by Yash Chopra for Yash Raj Films. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Band Baaja Baaraat’ (2010)

Maneesh Sharma’s directorial debut follows Delhi graduates Shruti (Anushka Sharma) and Bittoo (Ranveer Singh, in his debut) as they launch a wedding-planning business and navigate the messy overlap of partnership and romance. Habib Faisal wrote the screenplay from Sharma’s story, with music by Salim–Sulaiman and editing by Namrata Rao. Aseem Mishra served as cinematographer, and the film was produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films; it later inspired the Tamil remake ‘Aaha Kalyanam’. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Fan’ (2016)

Maneesh Sharma directs Shah Rukh Khan in a dual role as superstar Aryan Khanna and his lookalike superfan Gaurav, whose devotion curdles into vengeance after a humiliating encounter. The story is by Sharma, with a screenplay by Habib Faisal and dialogues by Sharat Katariya, and the film features an original score by Andrea Guerra. Principal photography spanned multiple countries and employed extensive VFX and prosthetics to differentiate the two performances. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Jab Tak Hai Jaan’ (2012)

Yash Chopra’s final film is a romantic drama about Samar Anand (Shah Rukh Khan), a bomb disposal expert whose past London romance with Meera (Katrina Kaif) is rediscovered by documentary filmmaker Akira (Anushka Sharma). Aditya Chopra conceived and produced the project for Yash Raj Films, with a screenplay contribution by Devika Bhagat and music by A. R. Rahman. Anil Mehta handled cinematography and Namrata Rao edited. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Ladies vs. Ricky Bahl’ (2011)

Maneesh Sharma directs this “rom-con” about a smooth swindler, Ricky (Ranveer Singh), who targets multiple women—among them Ishika (Anushka Sharma), Dimple (Parineeti Chopra), and Raina (Dipannita Sharma)—until the tables turn. The adapted story is by Aditya Chopra, with a screenplay by Devika Bhagat and dialogues by Habib Faisal; music is by Salim–Sulaiman and editing by Namrata Rao. The film was produced by Yash Raj Films with Aseem Mishra as cinematographer. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ (1995)

Aditya Chopra’s directorial debut is a landmark Hindi musical romance starring Shah Rukh Khan as Raj and Kajol as Simran, produced by Yash Chopra for Yash Raj Films. The film follows two young NRIs whose flirtatious Europe trip blossoms into a cross-continental love story complicated by family duty. Key collaborators include dialogue writer Javed Siddiqui, cinematographer Manmohan Singh, editor Keshav Naidu, and composers Jatin–Lalit. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Meri Pyaari Bindu’ (2017)

Akshay Roy’s debut feature is a bittersweet romance about Abhimanyu (Ayushmann Khurrana), a pulp writer who revisits his long, tangled friendship with Bindu (Parineeti Chopra), an aspiring singer. Written by Suprotim Sengupta and produced by Maneesh Sharma for Yash Raj Films, it blends present-day narration with coming-of-age memories across Kolkata and Mumbai. Technical credits include cinematography by Tushar Kanti Ray, editing by Shweta Venkat Mathew, and music by Sachin–Jigar. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Fanaa’ (2006)

Kunal Kohli directs this romantic thriller about Zooni (Kajol), a blind Kashmiri woman, who falls for charming tour guide Rehan (Aamir Khan) without realizing his hidden militant identity. The film was produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, with a screenplay by Shibani Bathija and dialogues by Kohli. It features cinematography by Ravi K. Chandran, editing by Ritesh Soni, songs by Jatin–Lalit, and background score by Salim–Sulaiman. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Mardaani 2’ (2019)

Written and directed by Gopi Puthran, this sequel follows Superintendent Shivani Shivaji Roy (Rani Mukerji) as she hunts a 21-year-old serial offender (Vishal Jethwa) in Rajasthan. Produced by Aditya Chopra, the film’s craft team includes cinematographer Jishnu Bhattacharjee, editor Monisha Baldawa, and composer John Stewart Eduri. The narrative continues the franchise’s focus on methodical policing and forensic details while exploring gendered violence. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Veer-Zaara’ (2004)

Yash Chopra directs this cross-border romance about Indian Air Force pilot Veer Pratap Singh (Shah Rukh Khan) and Pakistani politician’s daughter Zaara (Preity Zinta), whose love story is revived decades later by lawyer Saamiya Siddiqui (Rani Mukerji). Written by Aditya Chopra and produced under Yash Raj Films, it features cinematography by Anil Mehta and editing by Ritesh Soni. The soundtrack is built around unreleased compositions by the late Madan Mohan, adapted by his son Sanjeev Kohli. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Chandni’ (1989)

Yash Chopra’s romantic musical stars Sridevi as Chandni, torn between Rohit (Rishi Kapoor) and Lalit (Vinod Khanna), with memorable songs by Shiv–Hari. From a story by Kamna Chandra and a screenplay by Umesh Kalbagh, Arun Kaul, and Sagar Sarhadi, it showcases cinematography by Manmohan Singh and editing by Keshav Naidu. The film’s plush visuals and choreography helped define late-’80s Hindi romance. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ (2017)

Ali Abbas Zafar writes and directs this sequel to ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, reuniting Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif as RAW agent Tiger and ISI agent Zoya on a mission to rescue nurses held hostage in Iraq. Inspired by real events, the film was mounted by Yash Raj Films with cinematography by Marcin Laskawiec and editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat. Music credits include songs by Vishal–Shekhar and score by Julius Packiam. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Mardaani’ (2014)

Pradeep Sarkar directs Rani Mukerji as Shivani Shivaji Roy, a Mumbai crime branch officer who uncovers a human trafficking network while investigating a teen’s abduction. Gopi Puthran wrote the screenplay, with production by Aditya Chopra and Yash Raj Films. The film credits include cinematography by Artur Żurawski, editing by Sanjib Datta, songs by Salim–Sulaiman, and score by Julius Packiam. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Ta Ra Rum Pum’ (2007)

Siddharth Anand’s sports–family drama follows superstar stock-car driver Rajveer “RV” Singh (Saif Ali Khan) and Radhika (Rani Mukerji) as they rebuild their lives after a career-halting crash. Written by Habib Faisal from Anand’s story and produced by Aditya Chopra, the film was shot largely in the United States. Key credits include cinematography by Binod Pradhan, editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat and Ritesh Soni, songs by Vishal–Shekhar, and background score by Salim–Sulaiman. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Dhoom 3’ (2013)

Vijay Krishna Acharya writes and directs the third entry in the action franchise, pitting ACP Jai Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan) and Ali (Uday Chopra) against a magician-turned-thief played by Aamir Khan, with Katrina Kaif and Jackie Shroff in key roles. Produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films, the film features Sudeep Chatterjee’s cinematography and Ritesh Soni’s editing. The soundtrack is by Pritam with background score by Julius Packiam. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Lamhe’ (1991)

Yash Chopra’s ‘Lamhe’ casts Sridevi in a dual role opposite Anil Kapoor in an intergenerational love story set between Rajasthan and London. Written by Honey Irani and Rahi Masoom Raza, the film is noted for Manmohan Singh’s cinematography, Keshav Naidu’s editing, and the Shiv–Hari soundtrack. Supporting performances include Waheeda Rehman and Anupam Kher. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘War’ (2019)

Siddharth Anand directs this slick action thriller in the YRF Spy Universe, starring Hrithik Roshan as rogue mentor Kabir and Tiger Shroff as protégé Khalid, with Vaani Kapoor and Ashutosh Rana. The story is by Aditya Chopra and Anand, with a screenplay by Shridhar Raghavan and Anand and dialogues by Abbas Tyrewala. Benjamin Jasper handled cinematography, with editing by Aarif Sheikh and songs by Vishal–Shekhar alongside a score by Sanchit and Ankit Balhara. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Mujhse Dosti Karoge!’ (2002)

Kunal Kohli’s debut feature is a musical romance headlined by Hrithik Roshan, Rani Mukerji, and Kareena Kapoor, tracing a love triangle among childhood friends Raj, Pooja, and Tina across London and India. Produced by Yash Chopra, the film’s music is by Rahul Sharma with additional credits to Babloo Chakravorty, and cinematography by Gopal Shah and Ravi K. Chandran. Editors V. Karnik and Ritesh Soni cut the film, which features a mix of original songs and classic tributes. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Salaam Namaste’ (2005)

Siddharth Anand’s directorial debut stars Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta as Melbourne-based professionals who choose live-in companionship and confront career and commitment hurdles. Backed by Yash Raj Films, it credits a screenplay by Anand with dialogues by Abbas Tyrewala, cinematography by Sunil Patel, and editing by Ritesh Soni. The soundtrack is by Vishal–Shekhar with background score by Salim–Sulaiman, and the film is noted as the first Indian feature shot entirely in Australia. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi’ (2008)

Aditya Chopra writes and directs this romantic dramedy starring Shah Rukh Khan as mild-mannered Surinder and his flamboyant alter ego “Raj,” opposite debutant Anushka Sharma as Taani, with Vinay Pathak in support. Produced by Yash and Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films, the film features cinematography by Ravi K. Chandran and editing by Ritesh Soni. Music is by Salim–Sulaiman, with lyrics by Jaideep Sahni, and production design by Muneesh Sappel. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Pyaar Impossible!’ (2010)

Jugal Hansraj directs this romantic comedy about a shy techie, Abhay (Uday Chopra), who reunites with his college crush, Alisha (Priyanka Chopra), years later while working on a software project. Written by Uday Chopra and produced under Yash Raj Films, the film features supporting roles by Anupam Kher and Dino Morea. The story revolves around identity mix-ups and a stolen program that forces Abhay and Alisha to collaborate. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Sui Dhaaga – Made in India’ (2018)

Sharat Katariya writes and directs this drama about a small-town couple, Mauji (Varun Dhawan) and Mamta (Anushka Sharma), who start a homegrown tailoring and embroidery venture to reclaim dignity and livelihood. Produced by Aditya Chopra and Maneesh Sharma for Yash Raj Films, the film was shot across Chanderi, Bhopal, Delhi, and Ghaziabad. Key craft credits include cinematography by Anil Mehta, editing by Charu Shree Roy, songs by Anu Malik, and score by Andrea Guerra. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Kabhi Kabhie’ (1976)

Yash Chopra directs and produces this multigenerational romance about poet Amit (Amitabh Bachchan), his past with Pooja (Raakhee), and the tangled fates of their families years later. Written by Pamela Chopra with contributions from Sagar Sarhadi, the ensemble features Shashi Kapoor, Waheeda Rehman, Rishi Kapoor, and Neetu Singh. The film blends poetry and music across intersecting storylines of love and obligation. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Dhoom’ (2004)

Sanjay Gadhvi’s action thriller launches the franchise with ACP Jai Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan) and Ali (Uday Chopra) pursuing biker-gang leader Kabir (John Abraham) across Mumbai. The story is by Aditya Chopra with a screenplay by Vijay Krishna Acharya, and the film’s music features songs by Pritam with a score by Salim–Sulaiman. Cinematography is by Nirav Shah and editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Silsila’ (1981)

Yash Chopra directs, produces, and co-writes this romantic drama centered on writer Amit (Amitabh Bachchan), his wife Shobha (Jaya Bachchan), and his former lover Chandni (Rekha). The film is renowned for exploring extramarital relationships within the framework of Hindi melodrama and music. It features Sanjeev Kumar in a pivotal role and remains a key title in Chopra’s oeuvre. Watch before it leaves on Thursday, 10/30.
‘Madison’ (2005)

William Bindley directs this sports drama based on the true story of hydroplane racing in Madison, Indiana, following a local team’s quest for the APBA Gold Cup. Jim Caviezel stars as driver Jim McCormick, with Mary McCormack, Jake Lloyd, and Bruce Dern in supporting roles. The film notes Brie Larson’s screen debut and emphasizes community-backed competition on the Ohio River. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Pulp Fiction’ (1994)

Quentin Tarantino writes and directs this intersecting-crime-story landmark featuring John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames, and Tim Roth. Structured as a non-linear mosaic of hitmen, a boxer, and a mob boss’s circle, the film blends dark humor with pop-inflected dialogue. Andrzej Sekuła handles cinematography, with editing by Sally Menke and production by Lawrence Bender. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Pathology’ (2008)

Marc Schölermann directs this crime-horror thriller about medical residents who devise a deadly game to execute the “perfect” murder and evade detection. Written by Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor, the film stars Milo Ventimiglia, Michael Weston, Alyssa Milano, and Lauren Lee Smith. It premiered in the U.K. before a limited U.S. release and leans into forensic detail within a hospital setting. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Great Escape’ (1963)

John Sturges directs this World War II POW-escape classic adapted from Paul Brickhill’s non-fiction book, with a screenplay by James Clavell and W. R. Burnett. The ensemble includes Steve McQueen, James Garner, Richard Attenborough, Charles Bronson, Donald Pleasence, and James Coburn. Elmer Bernstein composed the iconic score, with cinematography by Daniel L. Fapp and editing by Ferris Webster. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Bourne Identity’ (2002)

Doug Liman directs this spy thriller based on Robert Ludlum’s novel, introducing amnesiac operative Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) as he searches for his identity and uncovers a covert program. The screenplay is by Tony Gilroy and William Blake Herron, with supporting turns from Franka Potente, Chris Cooper, Clive Owen, Brian Cox, and Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje. John Powell composed the score, with cinematography by Oliver Wood and editing by Saar Klein. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ (2024)

Wes Ball directs this chapter set generations after Caesar, following young chimp Noa (performance by Owen Teague) and human Mae (Freya Allan) amid the rise of tyrant Proximus Caesar (Kevin Durand). The film continues the franchise’s performance-capture tradition, with Josh Friedman among the credited writers and Gyula Pados as cinematographer. John Paesano composed the score, and the production was released by 20th Century Studios. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Guy Martin’s Great Escape’ (2019)

This Channel 4 special follows motorcycle racer and mechanic Guy Martin as he attempts to replicate—and complete—the famous fence jump from ‘The Great Escape’. The 90-minute documentary details stunt preparation, engineering choices, and the Triumph Scrambler 1200 used for the attempt. It contextualizes the original Steve McQueen sequence and explores the physics and risk management behind the recreation. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Savages’ (2012)

Oliver Stone directs this adaptation of Don Winslow’s novel about California cannabis partners Ben (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and Chon (Taylor Kitsch) battling a cartel led by Elena (Salma Hayek) after the kidnapping of their shared partner O (Blake Lively). Stone co-wrote the screenplay with Winslow and Shane Salerno, and the supporting cast includes John Travolta, Benicio del Toro, and Demián Bichir. The film features cinematography by Dan Mindel and editing by Joe Hutshing, Stuart Levy, and Alex Marquez. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Identity Thief’ (2013)

Seth Gordon directs this road comedy about a mild-mannered finance worker (Jason Bateman) who travels cross-country to confront the fraudster (Melissa McCarthy) who stole his identity. Written by Craig Mazin from a story by Mazin and Jerry Eeten, the ensemble includes Amanda Peet, Jon Favreau, Tip “T.I.” Harris, Genesis Rodriguez, Morris Chestnut, and Robert Patrick. Behind the camera are cinematographer Javier Aguirresarobe, editor Peter Teschner, and composer Christopher Lennertz. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’ (2011)

Michael Bay directs the third entry in the franchise, written by Ehren Kruger, which intertwines an alternate-history Apollo mission with an Autobot–Decepticon showdown that devastates Chicago. Shia LaBeouf returns alongside Josh Duhamel, John Turturro, Tyrese Gibson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Patrick Dempsey, Frances McDormand, and John Malkovich. Key credits include cinematography by Amir Mokri, editing by Roger Barton, William Goldenberg, and Joel Negron, and music by Steve Jablonsky. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Carrie’ (2002)

This NBC television adaptation of Stephen King’s novel was written by Bryan Fuller and directed by David Carson, with Angela Bettis as Carrie White, Patricia Clarkson as Margaret White, and Kandyse McClure as Sue Snell. The telefilm reframes the story through police interviews while retaining key high-school and prom-set events, and it was produced by Trilogy Entertainment Group with cinematography by Victor Goss and music by Laura Karpman. The cast also includes Rena Sofer and Emilie de Ravin, and the broadcast cut runs approximately 132 minutes. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Transformers’ (2007)

Michael Bay directs this live-action franchise starter from a screenplay by Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman, based on Hasbro’s toy line, with story credits to John Rogers, Orci, and Kurtzman. Shia LaBeouf leads as Sam Witwicky alongside Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, John Turturro, and Jon Voight, with Steve Jablonsky composing and Mitchell Amundsen as director of photography. The production was mounted by di Bonaventura Pictures, Don Murphy and Tom DeSanto, DreamWorks, and Paramount. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Hart’s War’ (2002)

Gregory Hoblit directs this World War II POW-camp drama adapted from John Katzenbach’s novel, with a screenplay by Billy Ray and Terry George. Bruce Willis plays Col. William McNamara; Colin Farrell portrays Lt. Thomas Hart; and Terrence Howard co-stars, with Alar Kivilo as cinematographer and Rachel Portman providing the score. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in association with Cheyenne Enterprises, David Ladd Films, and David Foster Productions. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen’ (2009)

The sequel reunites director Michael Bay with writers Ehren Kruger, Roberto Orci, and Alex Kurtzman, continuing Sam Witwicky’s battle alongside the Autobots. The ensemble features Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, and John Turturro, with Ben Seresin as cinematographer and editors Roger Barton, Paul Rubell, Joel Negron, and Thomas A. Muldoon. Produced by DreamWorks and Paramount with Hasbro and di Bonaventura Pictures, the score is by Steve Jablonsky. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Inherent Vice’ (2014)

Paul Thomas Anderson adapts Thomas Pynchon’s novel, directing from his own screenplay and producing with JoAnne Sellar and Daniel Lupi. Joaquin Phoenix plays L.A. private eye Doc Sportello, with Josh Brolin, Owen Wilson, Reese Witherspoon, Benicio del Toro, Katherine Waterston, and Joanna Newsom in the ensemble; Robert Elswit is cinematographer and Leslie Jones edits. Jonny Greenwood composed the score, released by Nonesuch alongside period tracks. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Hornets’ Nest’ (1970)

Directed by Phil Karlson and Franco Cirino, this Italian-American WWII film stars Rock Hudson as an American commando aiding a group of boys in Nazi-occupied Northern Italy. The cast includes Sylva Koscina and Sergio Fantoni, with Ennio Morricone composing and Gábor Pogány serving as cinematographer. United Artists distributed the film, which runs approximately 110 minutes. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Music Within’ (2007)

Steven Sawalich’s biographical drama follows Vietnam veteran and public speaker Richard Pimentel (Ron Livingston) as he becomes a disability-rights advocate whose work intersects with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The cast includes Melissa George, Michael Sheen, Rebecca De Mornay, and Hector Elizondo, with a screenplay by Bret McKinney, Mark Andrew Olsen, and Kelly Kennemer. MGM released the film, which features music by James T. Sale and cinematography by Irek Hartowicz. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Ambush Bay’ (1966)

Ron Winston directs this WWII action film about U.S. Marines on a covert mission in the Philippines ahead of the 1944 invasion. Hugh O’Brian, Mickey Rooney, and James Mitchum star, with a screenplay by Marve Feinberg and Ib Melchior and music by Richard LaSalle. Shot on location in the Philippines, it was distributed by United Artists. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Children of Men’ (2006)

Alfonso Cuarón directs and co-writes this dystopian thriller, adapted from P. D. James’ novel, with credited screenplay collaborators including Timothy J. Sexton, David Arata, Mark Fergus, and Hawk Ostby. The cast features Clive Owen, Julianne Moore, Michael Caine, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Charlie Hunnam, with Emmanuel Lubezki’s acclaimed cinematography and editing by Álex Rodríguez and Cuarón. Universal Pictures released the film for Strike Entertainment and Hit and Run Productions, with music by John Tavener. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Addams Family 2’ (2021)

Greg Tiernan and Conrad Vernon direct this animated sequel, co-written by Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit, Ben Queen, and Susanna Fogel, following the Addams clan on a cross-country road trip. Voice performances include Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloë Grace Moretz, Nick Kroll, Javon Walton, Wallace Shawn, Snoop Dogg, Bette Midler, and Bill Hader, with a score by Mychael and Jeff Danna. United Artists Releasing handled U.S. distribution, with international rollout by Universal. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Max’ (2015)

Boaz Yakin directs and co-writes (with Sheldon Lettich) this family war drama about a traumatized Belgian Malinois military working dog adopted by his late handler’s family. Josh Wiggins, Thomas Haden Church, Lauren Graham, Robbie Amell, and Luke Kleintank star; Trevor Rabin composed the score, with cinematography by Stefan Czapsky and editing by Bill Pankow. The film was produced by MGM, RatPac-Dune, and Sunswept and distributed by Warner Bros. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Scooby-Doo’ (2002)

Raja Gosnell directs this live-action mystery comedy from a screenplay by James Gunn, based on characters created by Joe Ruby and Ken Spears, with story by Gunn and Craig Titley. The cast features Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, Matthew Lillard, Linda Cardellini, and Rowan Atkinson, with David Newman composing and David Eggby as cinematographer. Produced by Mosaic Media Group and released by Warner Bros. Pictures, it is the first live-action entry in the franchise. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Beach Red’ (1967)

Cornel Wilde directs and stars in this Pacific-theater WWII drama, adapted from Peter Bowman’s 1945 novella and co-written with Clint Johnston and Donald A. Peters. The film co-stars Rip Torn and Burr DeBenning, with cinematography by Cecil Cooney, editing by Oscar winner Frank P. Keller, and music by Antonio Buenaventura. United Artists distributed the production from Theodora Productions. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Homefront’ (2013)

Gary Fleder directs this action thriller written by Sylvester Stallone from Chuck Logan’s novel, with Jason Statham as former DEA agent Phil Broker and James Franco as local meth cook Gator Bodine. The cast includes Winona Ryder and Kate Bosworth, with music by Mark Isham, cinematography by Theo van de Sande, and editing by Padraic McKinley. The film was produced by Millennium/nu Image and Endgame Entertainment and released by Open Road Films. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Rumor Has It…’ (2005)

Rob Reiner directs this romantic comedy from Ted Griffin’s screenplay, following a Pasadena family whose history may have inspired ‘The Graduate’; Jennifer Aniston stars alongside Kevin Costner, Shirley MacLaine, and Mark Ruffalo. The production, from Village Roadshow, Section Eight, and Spring Creek, features cinematography by Peter Deming, editing by Robert Leighton, and music by Marc Shaiman. Warner Bros. Pictures handled distribution. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Walking Tall’ (2004)

Kevin Bray directs this action film loosely inspired by the life of Tennessee sheriff Buford Pusser, with Dwayne Johnson playing a Special Forces veteran who returns home to take on corruption; Johnny Knoxville and Neal McDonough co-star. The screenplay is credited to David Klass, Channing Gibson, David Levien, and Brian Koppelman, from a concept based on the 1973 film and Pusser’s story. The production was mounted by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and WWE Films, with cinematography by Glen MacPherson. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Colors’ (1988)

Dennis Hopper directs this Los Angeles gang-policing drama starring Robert Duvall and Sean Penn as veteran–rookie LAPD partners navigating escalating tensions in South Central. Michael Schiffer wrote the screenplay from a story by Richard Di Lello and Schiffer, and the film features music by Herbie Hancock with cinematography by Haskell Wexler. Supporting cast includes María Conchita Alonso, Don Cheadle, and Grand L. Bush. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Primal’ (2019)

Directed by Nick Powell and written by Richard Leder, this action-thriller follows big-game trapper Frank Walsh (Nicolas Cage) transporting a menagerie—including a rare white jaguar—on a freighter where a government assassin escapes custody. The cast includes Famke Janssen, Kevin Durand, LaMonica Garrett, and Michael Imperioli, with music by Guillaume Roussel. The film was shot in Puerto Rico and released in the U.S. in 2019 by Lionsgate. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Assisi Underground’ (1985)

Alexander Ramati writes and directs this historical drama adapted from his 1978 book about the Assisi Network’s effort to hide hundreds of Jews in wartime Italy. The ensemble includes Ben Cross, Maximilian Schell, James Mason, and Irene Papas, with Giuseppe Rotunno as cinematographer and Dov Seltzer composing. Produced by Golan–Globus, the feature runs approximately 115 minutes and was an English-language U.S.–Italian co-production. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Bourne Supremacy’ (2004)

Paul Greengrass directs this second Jason Bourne entry, with Matt Damon returning as the amnesiac operative pursued across Europe after he’s framed for a CIA operation. Tony Gilroy wrote the screenplay from Robert Ludlum’s novel; the cast features Franka Potente, Brian Cox, Julia Stiles, Karl Urban, and Joan Allen. Key craft work includes Oliver Wood’s cinematography and John Powell’s score. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Dirty Dozen: The Deadly Mission’ (1987)

This NBC made-for-TV sequel, directed by Lee H. Katzin and written by Mark Rodgers, stars Telly Savalas as Major Wright leading a new unit of convicts on a mission to destroy a Nazi nerve-gas facility. The cast includes Ernest Borgnine, Vince Edwards, and Bo Svenson, with music by John Cacavas. Filming locations included Zagreb and sites in present-day Slovenia, with production by MGM/UA Television and Jadran Film. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Force 10 from Navarone’ (1978)

Guy Hamilton directs this sequel to ‘The Guns of Navarone’, loosely based on Alistair MacLean’s novel, with Robert Shaw and Edward Fox taking over the Mallory and Miller roles and Harrison Ford joining as Lieutenant Barnsby. The ensemble also includes Barbara Bach, Franco Nero, Carl Weathers, and Richard Kiel. Robin Chapman wrote the screenplay from a story by Carl Foreman, with music by Ron Goodwin and cinematography by Christopher Challis. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Home of the Brave’ (2006)

Irwin Winkler directs and co-writes (with Mark Friedman) this drama about U.S. Army National Guard soldiers readjusting to civilian life after service in Iraq. The cast features Samuel L. Jackson, Jessica Biel, Brian Presley, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Christina Ricci, and Chad Michael Murray. Stephen Endelman composed the score, with cinematography by Tony Pierce-Roberts, for a production released by MGM. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Blazing Saddles’ (1974)

Mel Brooks directs this satirical Western comedy, co-writing the screenplay with Andrew Bergman, Richard Pryor, Norman Steinberg, and Alan Uger from Bergman’s story. Cleavon Little stars as Sheriff Bart alongside Gene Wilder, Harvey Korman, Madeline Kahn, and Slim Pickens; the film features music by John Morris and cinematography by Joseph Biroc. Produced by Crossbow Productions and released by Warner Bros., it became one of the decade’s signature comedies. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Beauty Shop’ (2005)

Bille Woodruff directs this spin-off of the ‘Barbershop’ films, starring Queen Latifah as Atlanta stylist Gina Norris, with Alicia Silverstone, Andie MacDowell, Alfre Woodard, Mena Suvari, Kevin Bacon, and Djimon Hounsou. The screenplay is by Kate Lanier and Norman Vance Jr. from a story by Elizabeth Hunter. MGM distributed the film domestically, with cinematography by Theo van de Sande and music by Christopher Young. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Bourne Legacy’ (2012)

Tony Gilroy directs and co-writes this series continuation centered on Outcome agent Aaron Cross (Jeremy Renner) as he flees a program shutdown with the help of Dr. Marta Shearing (Rachel Weisz). The film features Edward Norton, Stacy Keach, Scott Glenn, and Joan Allen, with John Powell’s themes and James Newton Howard’s score. Dan Gilroy shares screenplay credit; the story expands the Jason Bourne universe rather than adapting Robert Ludlum’s novel of the same name. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Dirty Dozen: The Fatal Mission’ (1988)

Another NBC sequel directed by Lee H. Katzin and written by Mark Rodgers, this chapter again follows Major Wright (Telly Savalas) assembling convicts—played by Ernest Borgnine, Erik Estrada, Ernie Hudson, and others—to stop high-ranking Nazis from forming a Fourth Reich. Principal photography included Zagreb and other Yugoslav locations, with music by John Cacavas and cinematography by Tomislav Pinter. The telefilm runs about 94 minutes and was produced by MGM/UA Television with RAI and Jadran Film. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Addams Family’ (2019)

Greg Tiernan and Conrad Vernon direct this animated reboot based on Charles Addams’ characters, with voices by Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloë Grace Moretz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, and Allison Janney. Matt Lieberman wrote the screenplay from a story by Lieberman, Erica Rivinoja, and Vernon; Mychael and Jeff Danna composed the score. The film was produced with Cinesite animation and released by United Artists Releasing in the U.S. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Alamo’ (1960)

Produced and directed by John Wayne, this epic dramatizes the 1836 siege with Wayne as Davy Crockett, Richard Widmark as Jim Bowie, and Laurence Harvey as William B. Travis. James Edward Grant wrote the screenplay, with Dimitri Tiomkin scoring and William H. Clothier as cinematographer. Released by United Artists, the roadshow version ran over three hours before a shorter general release. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Bourne Ultimatum’ (2007)

Paul Greengrass returns to direct this third entry, with Matt Damon’s Jason Bourne closing in on the Treadstone/Blackbriar conspiracy as he criss-crosses cities from Madrid to Tangier. The screenplay is credited to Tony Gilroy, Scott Z. Burns, and George Nolfi from a story by Gilroy; Oliver Wood shot the film and Christopher Rouse won an Academy Award for editing. John Powell composed the score and Moby’s “Extreme Ways (Bourne’s Ultimatum)” features in the end credits. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Bandits’ (2001)

Barry Levinson directs this crime caper about two Oregon prison escapees—Joe Blake (Bruce Willis) and Terry Collins (Billy Bob Thornton)—who become the media-dubbed “Sleepover Bandits” for their tactic of visiting bank managers’ homes the night before a heist; Cate Blanchett co-stars as Kate, whose entanglement complicates the duo’s partnership. Harley Peyton wrote the screenplay, with key craft credits including cinematography by Dante Spinotti, editing by Stu Linder, and a score by Christopher Young. The supporting cast features Troy Garity and January Jones, and the production was released by MGM. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Beachhead’ (1954)

Stuart Heisler directs this Technicolor World War II drama, adapted by Richard Alan Simmons from Richard G. Hubler’s 1945 novel ‘I’ve Got Mine’, following U.S. Marines in the Pacific as they attempt to locate a French planter and vital intelligence through jungle territory. The cast includes Tony Curtis, Frank Lovejoy, Mary Murphy, and Skip Homeier. The film was shot on Kauai, with music by Arthur Lange and Emil Newman and cinematography by Gordon Avil. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed’ (2004)

Raja Gosnell returns to direct this live-action sequel written by James Gunn, reuniting Mystery Inc.—Freddie Prinze Jr., Sarah Michelle Gellar, Matthew Lillard, and Linda Cardellini—as they face a museum full of resurrected foes; voice actor Neil Fanning again brings Scooby-Doo to life. The ensemble also features Seth Green, Tim Blake Nelson, Peter Boyle, and Alicia Silverstone. David Newman composed the score, with Oliver Wood as cinematographer and Kent Beyda as editor for the Warner Bros. release. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Antitrust’ (2001)

Peter Howitt directs this techno-thriller written by Howard Franklin about a gifted programmer, Milo (Ryan Phillippe), who joins a dominant software company and uncovers lethal corporate secrets; Rachael Leigh Cook, Claire Forlani, and Tim Robbins co-star. The film explores anticompetitive behavior and intellectual-property theft within an industry behemoth. It runs roughly 109 minutes and was released by MGM. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘633 Squadron’ (1964)

Walter Grauman adapts Frederick E. Smith’s novel into this WWII aviation adventure about an RAF Mosquito unit assigned to destroy a Nazi rocket-fuel plant in Norway’s fjords. The film stars Cliff Robertson, George Chakiris, and Maria Perschy, with a screenplay by James Clavell and Howard Koch. Ron Goodwin composed the celebrated march, with Edward Scaife as cinematographer and Bert Bates as editor; United Artists handled distribution. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Devil’s Disciple’ (1959)

Based on George Bernard Shaw’s play, this Revolutionary War–set drama stars Burt Lancaster, Kirk Douglas, and Laurence Olivier, with direction credited to Guy Hamilton (after Alexander Mackendrick’s departure). John Dighton and Roland Kibbee wrote the screenplay, and production was mounted by Hecht-Hill-Lancaster with United Artists distributing. Technical credits include cinematography by Jack Hildyard and music by Richard Rodney Bennett. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Carve Her Name with Pride’ (1958)

Lewis Gilbert directs this biographical war drama about SOE agent Violette Szabo, portrayed by Virginia McKenna, charting her recruitment, missions in occupied France, and ultimate sacrifice. The film features Paul Scofield, Jack Warner, and Denise Grey, drawing on R. J. Minney’s book about Szabo’s life. It was produced in the U.K. with a focus on clandestine operations and postwar commemoration. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Blow Out’ (1981)

Brian De Palma writes and directs this neo-noir thriller about a Philadelphia sound recordist (John Travolta) who captures audio evidence of a political assassination while gathering effects for a low-budget horror film; Nancy Allen, John Lithgow, and Dennis Franz co-star. The film is noted for De Palma’s split-diopter compositions and sound design, with cinematography by Vilmos Zsigmond’s protégé John (noted as camera work overseen by the production) and a score by Pino Donaggio. Released by Filmways, it has since become a staple of conspiracy cinema. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘Candyman’ (1992)

Bernard Rose adapts and directs this Chicago-set supernatural horror from Clive Barker’s story ‘The Forbidden’, starring Virginia Madsen as a grad student investigating an urban legend who encounters the vengeful specter played by Tony Todd. The production was backed by Propaganda Films and PolyGram, with cinematography by Anthony B. Richmond and editing by Dan Rae. Philip Glass composed the choral-and-organ score, an oft-cited hallmark of the film’s atmosphere. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
‘The Devil’s Brigade’ (1968)

Andrew V. McLaglen directs this war drama about the formation and combat deployment of the U.S.–Canadian 1st Special Service Force, starring William Holden, Cliff Robertson, and Vince Edwards. William Roberts wrote the screenplay from the book by Robert H. Adleman and Col. George Walton. Key credits include cinematography by William H. Clothier and an Alex North score, with United Artists distributing the Wolper Pictures production. Watch before it leaves on Friday, 10/31.
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