‘The Exorcism’ and Every Other Movie Coming To Hulu This Week

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From bone-chilling horror to cozy holiday fare and ’90s crime epics, this week’s arrivals span new releases and comfort classics—perfect for queue-hopping as we slide from spooky season into full-on festive mode. Here are the titles landing over the next few days, with quick primers on plots, casts, and the creatives behind them.

‘The Exorcism’ (2024)

'The Exorcism' (2024)
Miramax

Russell Crowe stars as Anthony Miller, a troubled actor whose behavior unravels while he’s shooting a possession movie, leaving his daughter (Ryan Simpkins) to wonder whether addiction or something darker is at work. Written and directed by Joshua John Miller (with co-writer M.A. Fortin), the film also features Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg, Adrian Pasdar, and David Hyde Pierce. Miller’s script leans into meta-horror, drawing inspiration from real Hollywood lore around cursed productions. Coming 10/28 (Tuesday).

‘Sincerely Truly Christmas’ (2023)

'Sincerely Truly Christmas' (2023)
Reel One Entertainment

In this holiday romance, event planner Christina (Paula Brancati) makes a wish that lets her hear what people want for Christmas, steering her toward reclusive one-hit-wonder Dan Copren (Howard Hoover) with help from realtor Robert (Jake Epstein). Directed by Sean Cisterna and written by Matthew Thaler, the film’s supporting cast includes Richard Waugh and Deborah Tennant. Production credits also include Lucas Madigan (producer) and Apostolos Papapostolou (music). Coming 10/30 (Thursday).

‘Rebuilding a Dream Christmas’ (2021)

'Rebuilding a Dream Christmas' (2021)
Rebuilding a Dream Christmas

Abbey, a driven real-estate broker, returns to her hometown and rediscovers her holiday spirit while restoring her grandmother’s Victorian and reconnecting with a childhood crush and his young son. Sandra L. Martin directs from a script by D.F.W. Buckingham, Amy Carlson, and Robert Tiffe; the cast includes Meggan Kaiser and Zane Stephens. Listings also note alternate titling and international premieres tied to its release history. Coming 10/30 (Thursday).

‘Murder in Nashville’ (2025)

'Murder in Nashville' (2025)
Goodflix

Set against Music City’s power circles, the thriller follows Eden, who falls for Jax—the son of a wealthy industry insider—just as a string of murders and buried family secrets surface. It’s presented as a contemporary TV movie mystery with an emphasis on romance-meets-danger dynamics. Cast and full credits are listed in previews and database entries ahead of its 2025 premiere window. Coming 10/30 (Thursday).

‘Unstoppable’ (2010)

'Unstoppable' (2010)
20th Century Fox

Tony Scott directs this high-velocity thriller inspired by the real CSX 8888 incident, with Denzel Washington as veteran engineer Frank Barnes and Chris Pine as rookie conductor Will Colson racing to stop a runaway, toxic-cargo train. Mark Bomback wrote the screenplay; Rosario Dawson co-stars as yardmaster Connie Hooper. The film earned an Oscar nomination for Best Sound Editing and became Scott’s final feature. Coming 10/31 (Friday).

‘Great Expectations’ (1998)

'Great Expectations' (1998)
20th Century Fox

Alfonso Cuarón’s modern take on Dickens moves the story to late-20th-century America, with Ethan Hawke as artist Finn Bell, Gwyneth Paltrow as Estella, Anne Bancroft as Nora Dinsmoor, and Robert De Niro as Arthur Lustig. Mitch Glazer wrote the screenplay, with Emmanuel Lubezki as cinematographer and Patrick Doyle composing. The adaptation reframes character names and settings while keeping the novel’s themes of class and longing. Coming 10/31 (Friday).

‘Whip It’ (2009)

'Whip It' (2009)
Dune Entertainment

Drew Barrymore directs this roller-derby dramedy based on Shauna Cross’s novel ‘Derby Girl,’ starring Elliot Page as Bliss Cavendar, a Texas teen who joins the Hurl Scouts under the derby name “Babe Ruthless.” The ensemble includes Alia Shawkat, Marcia Gay Harden, Kristen Wiig, Juliette Lewis, Jimmy Fallon, and Barrymore. Cross adapted her own book for the screenplay, with Robert D. Yeoman as cinematographer and Dylan Tichenor editing. Coming 10/31 (Friday).

‘Roll Bounce’ (2005)

'Roll Bounce' (2005)
Fox Searchlight Pictures

Set in late-1970s Chicago’s roller-rink scene, this coming-of-age comedy-drama stars Bow Wow alongside Meagan Good, Chi McBride, Nick Cannon, and more. Malcolm D. Lee directs from a script by Norman Vance Jr., with Stanley Clarke composing the music. It blends friendship, grief, and competition as a teen crew skates toward a big showdown. Coming 10/31 (Friday).

‘Mr. Holland’s Opus’ (1995)

'Mr. Holland’s Opus' (1995)
Hollywood Pictures

Richard Dreyfuss plays Glenn Holland, a composer who becomes a high-school music teacher and spends decades shaping students’ lives while struggling to finish his symphony. Stephen Herek directs from Patrick Sheane Duncan’s screenplay; the film is scored by Michael Kamen and features Glenne Headly and Olympia Dukakis in key roles. The drama became a box-office success and earned Dreyfuss an Academy Award nomination. Coming 10/31 (Friday).

‘Last Seen Alive’ (2022)

'Last Seen Alive' (2022)
Voltage Pictures

Gerard Butler headlines this action thriller as Will Spann, whose estranged wife (Jaimie Alexander) vanishes at a gas station, forcing him into a desperate search that draws police attention and criminal entanglements. Brian Goodman directs from a script by Marc Frydman, with Russell Hornsby and Ethan Embry co-starring. The film was released under the working title ‘Chase’ in development. Coming 10/31 (Friday).

‘Casino’ (1995)

'Casino' (1995)
Universal Pictures

Martin Scorsese adapts Nicholas Pileggi’s nonfiction book with a screenplay they co-wrote, chronicling the rise and fall of Las Vegas casino boss Sam “Ace” Rothstein (Robert De Niro), hustler Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci), and socialite Ginger McKenna (Sharon Stone). The film is known for Thelma Schoonmaker’s editing, Robert Richardson’s cinematography, and Stone’s Oscar-nominated performance. It remains a cornerstone of Scorsese’s crime canon. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Epic’ (2013)

'Epic' (2013)
20th Century Fox Animation

Chris Wedge directs this animated fantasy from Blue Sky Studios, loosely based on William Joyce’s book ‘The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs.’ The voice cast features Amanda Seyfried, Colin Farrell, Josh Hutcherson, Christoph Waltz, Beyoncé Knowles, Aziz Ansari, Chris O’Dowd, and more. The screenplay credits include James V. Hart, William Joyce, Daniel Shere, Tom J. Astle, and Matt Ember, with music by Danny Elfman. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Ride Along’ (2014)

'Ride Along' (2014)
Universal Pictures

Kevin Hart plays security guard Ben Barber, who rides shotgun on an Atlanta patrol to prove himself to his girlfriend’s brother, veteran cop James Payton (Ice Cube), while crossing paths with a ruthless arms dealer (Laurence Fishburne). Tim Story directs; the screenplay is by Greg Coolidge, Jason Mantzoukas, Phil Hay, and Matt Manfredi. The cast also includes John Leguizamo, Bruce McGill, and Tika Sumpter. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The International’ (2009)

'The International' (2009)
Columbia Pictures

Tom Tykwer’s globe-trotting thriller follows Interpol agent Louis Salinger (Clive Owen) and Manhattan ADA Eleanor Whitman (Naomi Watts) as they investigate a powerful bank tied to arms-dealing and political corruption. Eric Warren Singer wrote the screenplay; the score is by Tykwer, Reinhold Heil, and Johnny Klimek. Notable set pieces include the Guggenheim Museum shootout, with Frank Griebe as cinematographer and Mathilde Bonnefoy editing. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Family Stone’ (2005)

'The Family Stone' (2005)
20th Century Fox Television

This ensemble holiday dramedy—written and directed by Thomas Bezucha—centers on the Stones’ chaotic Christmas when eldest son Everett (Dermot Mulroney) brings home his tightly wound girlfriend Meredith (Sarah Jessica Parker). The cast features Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Luke Wilson, Rachel McAdams, and Claire Danes, with music by Michael Giacchino. Family dynamics, grief, and tradition collide over one memorable holiday. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Happy Christmas’ (2014)

'Happy Christmas' (2014)
BosBros

Joe Swanberg writes and directs this improvisation-driven holiday dramedy about Jenny (Anna Kendrick), who moves into the basement of her filmmaker brother (played by Swanberg) and sister-in-law Kelly (Melanie Lynskey), disrupting their new-parent routine. The cast also features Mark Webber and Lena Dunham, with Ben Richardson as cinematographer and Michael S. Smith handling production design. Much of the dialogue was improvised in Swanberg’s hallmark mumblecore style after an outline-driven shoot at his own home. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Personal History of David Copperfield’ (2020)

'The Personal History of David Copperfield' (2020)
FilmNation Entertainment

Armando Iannucci’s adaptation of Charles Dickens stars Dev Patel as David, charting his life from hardship to authorship with a racially diverse ensemble that includes Tilda Swinton, Hugh Laurie, Ben Whishaw, Morfydd Clark, Peter Capaldi, and Rosalind Eleazar. Iannucci co-wrote the screenplay with Simon Blackwell, reframing Dickens through brisk pacing, visual whimsy, and a contemporary sensibility. The film premiered at TIFF and emphasizes creative casting to underline the story’s timeless themes of resilience and class mobility. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Bee Season’ (2005)

'Bee Season' (2005)
Fox Searchlight Pictures

Based on Myla Goldberg’s novel, this drama follows the Naumanns, a Berkeley family whose dynamics fracture as 11-year-old Eliza’s spelling-bee talent awakens her father’s spiritual ambitions and her mother’s secret compulsions. Scott McGehee and David Siegel direct from Naomi Foner Gyllenhaal’s screenplay, with Richard Gere, Juliette Binoche, Flora Cross, and Max Minghella starring. The film interweaves Jewish mysticism with a family’s search for connection and meaning. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Neighbors’ (2014)

'Neighbors' (2014)
Universal Pictures

Nicholas Stoller directs this comedy about new parents Mac and Kelly (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) who wage an escalating war with a hard-partying fraternity led by Teddy (Zac Efron). Andrew J. Cohen and Brendan O’Brien wrote the screenplay; the ensemble includes Dave Franco and Christopher Mintz-Plasse. Michael Andrews composed the score, with Brandon Trost as cinematographer and Zene Baker editing. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Collective’ (2023)

'The Collective' (2023)
Yale Entertainment

This action thriller from director Tom DeNucci follows a young assassin (Lucas Till) who goes rogue to take down a human-trafficking ring backed by powerful elites. The cast features Ruby Rose, Tyrese Gibson, Don Johnson, Mercedes Varnado, and Paul Ben-Victor. The screenplay is by Matt Rogers and Jason James, with Quiver Distribution releasing the film. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Tigerland’ (2000)

'Tigerland' (2000)
20th Century Fox

Joel Schumacher’s Vietnam-era drama centers on an Army training camp in Louisiana, where rebellious draftee Roland Bozz (Colin Farrell) resists authority while guiding fellow recruits through brutal preparation for combat. Written by Ross Klavan and Michael McGruther, the film co-stars Matthew Davis, Shea Whigham, Clifton Collins Jr., and Cole Hauser. Shot by Matthew Libatique, it premiered at TIFF and drew acclaim for Farrell’s breakout performance despite a limited box-office run. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Juror’ (1996)

'The Juror' (1996)
Columbia Pictures

Adapted from George Dawes Green’s novel, this legal thriller stars Demi Moore as a single mother juror coerced by a mob enforcer known as “the Teacher” (Alec Baldwin) to sway a high-profile trial. Brian Gibson directs from a screenplay by Ted Tally; supporting players include Joseph Gordon-Levitt, James Gandolfini, and Anne Heche. The story explores intimidation, surveillance, and moral peril as the juror fights to protect her son. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Jane Austen Book Club’ (2007)

'The Jane Austen Book Club' (2007)
Mockingbird Pictures

Writer-director Robin Swicord adapts Karen Joy Fowler’s novel about six Californians whose lives begin to mirror the themes of the Austen novels they read together. The ensemble includes Maria Bello, Emily Blunt, Kathy Baker, Amy Brenneman, Hugh Dancy, and Maggie Grace. With cinematography by John Toon and editing by Maryann Brandon, the film balances ensemble romance and literary homage. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Miracle on 34th Street’ (1994)

'Miracle on 34th Street' (1994)
20th Century Fox

John Hughes produced and co-wrote this remake of the 1947 classic, directed by Les Mayfield and starring Richard Attenborough as Kris Kringle, with Mara Wilson, Elizabeth Perkins, and Dylan McDermott. The screenplay credits George Seaton alongside Hughes, echoing the original’s courtroom fight to prove Santa’s identity. Julio Macat handled cinematography and Bruce Broughton composed the score. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Last Duel’ (2021)

'The Last Duel' (2021)
20th Century Studios

Ridley Scott directs this medieval drama based on Eric Jager’s nonfiction book, recounting France’s last legally sanctioned duel between knight Jean de Carrouges and squire Jacques Le Gris after a grievous accusation by Marguerite de Carrouges. The screenplay is by Nicole Holofcener, Ben Affleck, and Matt Damon, with stars Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer, and Affleck. Dariusz Wolski shot the film, Harry Gregson-Williams composed the music, and the narrative unfolds across multiple perspectives. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas’ (2011)

'Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas' (2011)
20th Century Fox Animation

This Blue Sky Studios holiday special finds Sid, Manny, Diego, and the herd racing to the North Pole to get off Santa’s naughty list after a Christmas mishap. Directed by Karen Disher, it features voices from the franchise cast including Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary, and Queen Latifah, with writing by Sam Harper, Mike Reiss, and Jason Carter Eaton. John Paesano provided the score for the TV special. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘EverAfter’ (1998)

'EverAfter' (1998)
20th Century Fox

Andy Tennant’s period reimagining of the fairy tale stars Drew Barrymore as Danielle de Barbarac, who wins over Prince Henry (Dougray Scott) while outwitting her cruel stepmother (Anjelica Huston). Tennant co-wrote the screenplay with Susannah Grant and Rick Parks, drawing inspiration from Charles Perrault’s version and Renaissance-era settings. The film features music by George Fenton and cinematography by Andrew Dunn. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Sound of Music’ (1965)

'The Sound of Music' (1965)
20th Century Fox

Robert Wise directs this screen adaptation of the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, following Maria (Julie Andrews) as she becomes governess to the seven children of Captain von Trapp (Christopher Plummer) in pre-war Austria. Ernest Lehman wrote the screenplay, with songs by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II and a score conducted under Wise’s production. The film won multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and remains one of the highest-grossing films of all time. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Interview’ (2014)

'The Interview' (2014)
Columbia Pictures

Directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg from a screenplay by Dan Sterling (story by Rogen, Goldberg, and Sterling), this satirical action-comedy stars James Franco as a celebrity TV host and Rogen as his producer. After landing an interview with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (Randall Park), the pair are recruited by the CIA to carry out an assassination plot. The film also features Lizzy Caplan and Diana Bang. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Ride Along 2’ (2016)

'Ride Along 2' (2016)
Universal Pictures

Tim Story returns to direct this sequel that sends rookie cop Ben Barber (Kevin Hart) and detective James Payton (Ice Cube) to Miami to track a crime network. Phil Hay and Matt Manfredi wrote the screenplay, with the cast adding Ken Jeong, Olivia Munn, and Benjamin Bratt alongside Tika Sumpter and Bruce McGill. Christopher Lennertz composed the score, with Mitchell Amundsen serving as cinematographer and Peter S. Elliot editing. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Julie & Julia’ (2009)

'Julie & Julia' (2009)
Columbia Pictures

Written and directed by Nora Ephron, this biographical dramedy intertwines Julia Child’s culinary awakening in Paris with Julie Powell’s modern-day challenge to cook through ‘Mastering the Art of French Cooking.’ Meryl Streep portrays Julia Child opposite Stanley Tucci as Paul Child, while Amy Adams plays Powell with Chris Messina as her husband, Eric. The film adapts Powell’s memoir alongside Julia Child’s ‘My Life in France,’ with Emmanuel Lubezki contributing early cinematography before Stephen Goldblatt completed principal work. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Just Getting Started’ (2017)

'Just Getting Started' (2017)
Reel Chefs Catering

Ron Shelton writes and directs this action-comedy set at a luxury retirement community, where an ex-FBI agent and a former mob lawyer must put aside their rivalry when a hit is ordered. The ensemble stars Morgan Freeman, Tommy Lee Jones, and Rene Russo, with Barry Peterson as cinematographer and Paul Seydor editing. Entertainment One and Gerber Pictures produced, with Alex Wurman composing the score. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Season of the Witch’ (2011)

'Season of the Witch' (2011)
Season of the Witch

Dominic Sena directs this medieval supernatural adventure about Crusader knights tasked with transporting an accused witch to a remote abbey amid the Black Death. Nicolas Cage and Ron Perlman lead a cast that includes Claire Foy, Stephen Graham, Ulrich Thomsen, and Christopher Lee. Bragi F. Schut’s screenplay follows a perilous trek that blurs faith, fear, and folklore, with Atli Örvarsson providing the score. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Deck the Halls’ (2006)

'Deck the Halls' (2006)
New Regency Pictures

John Whitesell directs this suburban holiday feud comedy, where an optometrist clashes with his new neighbor over an ever-escalating Christmas light display. Danny DeVito and Matthew Broderick star alongside Kristin Davis and Kristin Chenoweth, from a screenplay by Matt Corman, Chris Ord, and Don Rhymer. The production was released by 20th Century Fox, with Alia Shawkat appearing in a supporting role. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Color Purple’ (2023)

'The Color Purple' (2023)
Warner Bros. Pictures

Blitz Bazawule’s movie-musical adapts the stage show inspired by Alice Walker’s novel, with a screenplay by Marcus Gardley and producers including Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Quincy Jones, and Scott Sanders. The cast features Fantasia Barrino as Celie, Danielle Brooks as Sofia, and Taraji P. Henson as Shug Avery, with music drawing from Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray’s Broadway score. The film reframes the story’s resilience and sisterhood through choreography and large-scale numbers. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Last Holiday’ (2006)

'Last Holiday' (2006)
Paramount Pictures

Wayne Wang directs this feel-good tale about Georgia Byrd, a cautious department-store clerk who splurges on a once-in-a-lifetime European getaway after a dire medical diagnosis. Queen Latifah leads the cast with LL Cool J, Timothy Hutton, Giancarlo Esposito, and Gérard Depardieu; Jeffrey Price and Peter S. Seaman wrote the screenplay, loosely based on a 1950 film. Geoffrey Simpson served as cinematographer, with Deirdre Slevin editing. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Because of Winn-Dixie’ (2005)

'Because of Winn-Dixie' (2005)
20th Century Fox

Adapted from Kate DiCamillo’s novel, this family drama follows a young girl whose bond with a stray dog mends hearts across a small Southern town. Wayne Wang directs from a screenplay by Joan Singleton; the cast includes AnnaSophia Robb, Jeff Daniels, Cicely Tyson, Dave Matthews, and Eva Marie Saint. Rachel Portman composed the score, with Karl Walter Lindenlaub as cinematographer. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Princess Bride’ (1987)

'The Princess Bride' (1987)
The Princess Bride Ltd.

Rob Reiner’s fairy-tale adventure adapts William Goldman’s novel, following Westley and Buttercup through duels, giants, and treachery in the kingdom of Florin. The ensemble features Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, André the Giant, Wallace Shawn, and more, with Mark Knopfler composing the score. Goldman also wrote the screenplay, and the film’s production was backed by Act III Communications. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Jingle All the Way’ (1996)

'Jingle All the Way' (1996)
20th Century Fox

Brian Levant directs this holiday comedy about a harried dad racing to find the season’s hottest toy, TurboMan, on Christmas Eve. Arnold Schwarzenegger stars with Sinbad, Phil Hartman, Rita Wilson, and Jake Lloyd, from a screenplay by Randy Kornfield; Chris Columbus served as a producer through 1492 Pictures. David Newman composed the music, and Victor J. Kemper handled cinematography. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘A Knight’s Tale’ (2001)

'A Knight’s Tale' (2001)
Columbia Pictures

Writer-director Brian Helgeland blends medieval jousting with a rock-infused sensibility as peasant squire William Thatcher reinvents himself as a tournament champion. Heath Ledger leads alongside Paul Bettany as Geoffrey Chaucer, plus Rufus Sewell, Shannyn Sossamon, Alan Tudyk, and Mark Addy. Columbia Pictures released the film, with Richard Greatrex as cinematographer and Kevin Stitt editing. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Eragon’ (2006)

'Eragon' (2006)
20th Century Fox

Based on Christopher Paolini’s fantasy novel, this adventure follows a farm boy who discovers a dragon egg and is drawn into a rebellion against a tyrant king. Stefen Fangmeier directs from Peter Buchman’s screenplay; Ed Speleers stars with Jeremy Irons, Sienna Guillory, Robert Carlyle, Djimon Hounsou, and John Malkovich, with Rachel Weisz voicing the dragon Saphira. Patrick Doyle composed the score and Hugh Johnson handled cinematography. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead’ (2007)

'Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead' (2007)
Michael Cerenzie Productions

Sidney Lumet directs this crime thriller about two brothers whose botched robbery tears through their family, told in a fractured timeline. Kelly Masterson wrote the screenplay; the cast includes Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke, Marisa Tomei, and Albert Finney, with Carter Burwell composing. The film was distributed by ThinkFilm and marked a late-career critical triumph for Lumet. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Heist Before Christmas’ (2023)

'The Heist Before Christmas' (2023)
Calico Pictures

Edward Hall directs this British holiday caper about a disillusioned boy who witnesses a bank robbery by a Santa-suited thief and then meets someone claiming to be the real Father Christmas. Ronan Blaney wrote the screenplay, with Timothy Spall and James Nesbitt leading the cast alongside Laura Donnelly and Bamber Todd. The film was produced by Calico Pictures and SHUK and aired on Sky in the UK. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Love Actually’ (2003)

'Love Actually' (2003)
Universal Pictures

Richard Curtis writes and directs this ensemble romantic comedy set across interwoven London stories in the run-up to Christmas. The cast includes Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Colin Firth, Keira Knightley, Liam Neeson, Bill Nighy, and Laura Linney, with Craig Armstrong composing. Working Title Films produced alongside StudioCanal and DNA Films, and Nick Moore handled editing. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘It Could Happen to You’ (1994)

'It Could Happen to You' (1994)
TriStar Pictures

Inspired by a real New York news story, this romantic dramedy follows a NYPD officer who promises to share his lottery winnings with a waitress when he can’t afford a tip—and then has to make good. Andrew Bergman directs from Jane Anderson’s screenplay, starring Nicolas Cage, Bridget Fonda, and Rosie Perez, with Carter Burwell composing and Caleb Deschanel as cinematographer. The film was released by TriStar Pictures. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Miracle on 34th Street’ (1947)

'Miracle on 34th Street' (1947)
20th Century Fox

Written and directed by George Seaton from a story by Valentine Davies, this classic follows a department-store Santa who claims to be the real Kris Kringle, putting faith and law on a collision course in New York City. The film stars Maureen O’Hara, John Payne, Natalie Wood, and Edmund Gwenn, whose performance earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Produced and released by 20th Century-Fox, it blends courtroom drama with holiday warmth that helped cement its perennial status. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

’13 Minutes’ (2021)

'13 Minutes' (2021)
Elevated Films

Lindsay Gossling writes and directs this disaster drama about four families in the Oklahoma town of Minninnewah whose intersecting lives are upended when a massive tornado strikes. The ensemble features Trace Adkins, Thora Birch, Peter Facinelli, Anne Heche, Amy Smart, and Paz Vega. Produced by Involving Pictures and others, it was distributed by Quiver Distribution and marks Gossling’s feature debut. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Wish Upon’ (2017)

'Wish Upon' (2017)
Broad Green Pictures

Directed by John R. Leonetti and written by Barbara Marshall, this supernatural horror centers on a teenager who discovers a cursed music box that grants wishes with deadly consequences. Joey King leads the cast with Ki Hong Lee, Sydney Park, Elisabeth Röhm, and Ryan Phillippe. Produced by Busted Shark Productions and released by Broad Green Pictures and Orion Pictures, the film features music by Tomandandy. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Downhill’ (2020)

'Downhill' (2020)
Searchlight Pictures

An English-language reimagining of Ruben Östlund’s ‘Force Majeure,’ this black comedy-drama follows a married couple whose relationship is shaken after an avalanche scare on a ski holiday in the Alps. It stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Will Ferrell, with direction by Nat Faxon and Jim Rash from a screenplay co-written with Jesse Armstrong. The film premiered at Sundance before its theatrical release by Searchlight Pictures. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

’13 Going on 30′ (2004)

'13 Going on 30' (2004)
Revolution Studios

Gary Winick directs this fantasy romantic comedy about Jenna Rink, a 13-year-old who wishes to be “thirty” and wakes up as an adult magazine editor navigating work, love, and friendship. The screenplay is by Cathy Yuspa and Josh Goldsmith, with Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo leading a cast that includes Judy Greer and Andy Serkis. Columbia Pictures and Revolution Studios produced the film, with music by Theodore Shapiro. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘Good Luck Chuck’ (2007)

'Good Luck Chuck' (2007)
Milestone Entertainment

Mark Helfrich’s directorial debut is a romantic comedy about a dentist cursed so that every woman he dates finds her “true love” with the next guy—until he meets someone he wants to keep. Josh Stolberg wrote the screenplay, and the film stars Dane Cook and Jessica Alba, supported by a soundtrack from composer Aaron Zigman. Lionsgate released the film, which runs 99 minutes theatrically with a longer unrated cut available. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

‘The Best Man Holiday’ (2013)

'The Best Man Holiday' (2013)
Universal Pictures

Written and directed by Malcolm D. Lee, this sequel to ‘The Best Man’ reunites college friends for Christmas, where old rivalries and romances resurface amid new life changes. The returning ensemble includes Morris Chestnut, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Terrence Howard, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, and Harold Perrineau. Universal Pictures released the film, with Stanley Clarke composing and Greg Gardiner serving as cinematographer. Coming 11/01 (Saturday).

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