The Disney Plus and Star releases of November 2021
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The Disney Plus and Star releases of October 2021
DOPESICK - DECLARATION OF DEPENDENCY - the first two episodes in streaming from 12 NovemberFrom executive producers Danny Strong and Michael Keaton who also stars in the series, Dopesick - Declaration of Addiction examines how one company triggered the worst drug addiction epidemic in American history. The series takes viewers to the epicenter of America's fight against opioid addiction, from the boards of directors of Big Pharma to a struggling Virginia mining community to the corridors of the DEA. Against all odds, the heroes will be able to fight their way in an intense and thrilling race to take down the forces of the multinationals, causing this crisis, and their allies. The series is inspired by the New York Times best-selling book written by Beth Macy.
SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS - from November 12th
The latest blockbuster by Marvel Studios stars Simu Liu in the role of Shang-Chi, a young superhero who has to confront the past he thought he had left behind and with his father, leader of the dangerous organization of the Ten Rings. The film also stars Awkwafina as Shang Chi's friend Katy, Meng'er Zhang, Fala Chen and Florian Munteanu, with Michelle Yeoh as Ying Nan and Tony Leung as Xu Wenwu.
Read our review of SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS.
HOME SWEET HOME ALONE - MOTHER, I MISSED THE PLANE - November 12th
Max Mercer is a mischievous and resourceful boy who has been left at home while his family is in Japan for the holidays. So when a married couple trying to retrieve a priceless heirloom sets their sights on the Mercer family home, it's up to Max to protect it from intruders… and will do whatever it takes to keep them out. Hilarious and epic vicissitudes will ensue, but despite the utter chaos, Max will realize that there is really no place like your own "home sweet home". In the cast of the film also Ellie Kemper, Rob Delaney, Archie Yates, Aisling Bea and many others.
JUNGLE CRUISE - November 12th
The new Disney adventure Jungle Cruise is a fun and exciting ride along the Amazon River with Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt as the reckless captain Frank Wolff and an intrepid researcher, Dr. Lily Houghton. From London, England, Lily sets out for the Amazon rainforest and recruits Frank to guide her along the river with La Quila, her dilapidated but fascinating boat. Lily is determined to discover an ancient tree with extraordinary healing abilities, capable of changing the future of medicine. During this epic quest, the unlikely duo encounter countless dangers and supernatural forces, hidden in the deceptive beauty of the lush rainforest. But as the secrets of the lost tree are revealed, the stakes for Lily and Frank grow higher and their destiny and that of humanity hang by a thread.
THE WORLD ACCORDING TO JEFF GOLDBLUM SEASON 2 - November 12th
Jeff Goldblum is back - and he's curious as ever. In this second season of The World According to Jeff Goldblum, Jeff uncovers surprising secrets behind a new set of arguments. As he meets a new cast of fantastic characters made up of passionate and experienced fans who unveil new life-changing technologies, Jeff discovers how these topics have shaped the world we live in.
WIRES FROM THE PAST - from November 12th
Allegra dreams of joining the Eleven O 'Clock theater company and becoming the star of "Freaky Friday", the show that made grandma famous many years earlier her. Her grandmother, Cocò, is a living legend of musical theater and has a complicated relationship with Caterina, Allegra's mother. The latter's life changes drastically when she finds a mysterious bracelet in the house that takes her back to 1994, the year when Catherine was the same age as her and was starting her career within the Eleven O 'Clock company while living at shadow of Cocò (now at the peak of his career). Will Allegra be able to change the past?
SPIN - November 12th
Rhea discovers her passion for creating remixes that blend the rich textures of her South Asian culture and the world around her. Her life revolves around her eclectic group of friends, her after-school computer club, her family's Indian restaurant, and her multi-generational and close-knit family. Everything changes when she falls in love with the aspiring DJ Max and her long-lost enthusiasm for music is rekindled. Rhea discovers she has a natural gift for making beats and producing music, but she must find the courage to follow her true inner talent.
On the occasion of Disney + Day, some exciting short films are also arriving on the platform, including the new short “The Simpsons in Plusaversary” which pays homage to the Disney + brands. And many other titles such as:
CIAO ALBERTO - from November 12th
The sea monster Alberto, fun-loving, wants to prove his worth to his stoic mentor Massimo.
TALES OF OLAF - from 12 November
In The Tales of Olaf, Olaf becomes the protagonist and transforms himself from a snowman to an entertainer, also taking on the roles of producer, actor, costume designer and set designer, for his exclusive “reimagining” of five of Disney's most popular animated stories in this series of new animated shorts from Walt Disney Animation Studios. The charismatic and versatile Olaf demonstrates his theatrical talent by taking on iconic roles such as a mermaid, a genius, a lion king (and more) and entertaining Arendelle with his delightful shortened versions of these beloved stories. The direction of the series is entrusted to the historic Disney animator Hyrum Osmond and the production to Jennifer Newfield.
HAWKEYE - first two episodes streaming from November 24th
Hawkeye is the new original Marvel Studios series set in post-blip New York City, where former Avenger Clint Barton / Hawkeye ( Jeremy Renner) has a seemingly simple mission: to get back to his family in time for Christmas. But when a threat from his past arises, Hawkeye unwillingly allies himself with Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld), a skilled 22-year-old archer and huge fan of him, to expose a criminal conspiracy. The cast of the series also includes Vera Farmiga, Fra Fee, Tony Dalton, Zahn McClarnon, Brian d’Arcy James and newcomer Alaqua Cox as Maya Lopez. The series is directed by Rhys Thomas and director duo Bert and Bertie.
THE BEATLES: GET BACK - three episodes will debut in streaming on November 25, 26 and 27
Directed by three Academy Award®-winning director Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings trilogy , They Shall Not Grow Old), The Beatles: Get Back takes audiences back in time to the band's recording sessions in January 1969, at a pivotal moment in music history. The docuseries shows the creative process of the Beatles as they write 14 new songs in preparation for their first live concert in over two years. Faced with an almost impossible timeframe, the strong bonds of friendship shared by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr are put to the test. The docuseries is the result of studying almost 60 hours of unreleased footage, shot in 21 days by Michael Lindsay-Hogg in 1969, and more than 150 hours of unheard-of audio recordings, most of which have remained in a vault. for over half a century. Jackson is the only person in 50 years to have had access to this Beatles treasure, which has been masterfully restored today. What emerges is an incredibly intimate portrait of the Beatles, showing how, even under pressure, they could still count on their friendship, good humor and creative genius. As plans change and relationships are put to the test, some of the most iconic songs in the world are composed and performed. The docuseries presents, for the first time in full version, the latest live performance of the Beatles as a group, the unforgettable concert on the roof of Savile Row, in London, as well as other classical songs and compositions included in the last two albums of the band. , "Abbey Road" and "Let It Be".
GRAY'S ANATOMY SEASON 18 - a new episode streaming every Wednesday
2007 Golden Globe Award Winner for Best Drama Series and nominated for multiple Emmys, including Best Drama Series, Grey's Anatomy is considered one of the most popular television series of our time. The medical drama, now in its eighteenth season, follows Meredith Gray and the team of doctors at Gray Sloan Memorial as they face daily life-and-death decisions. The protagonists seek comfort in each other and, at times, more than just a friendship. Together they discover that not everything in medicine and relationships can be black or white.
THE PREMISE - MORAL ISSUES - from 3 November
Designed by B.J. Novak, this anthological series deals with timeless ethical topics in an unprecedented era, tackles provocative concepts and brings them into the open, offering three-dimensional and character-centered stories, with humor and heart.
THE RESIDENT SEASON 5 - from November 24th
In its fifth season, The Resident continues to shed light on the daily heroism of the leading healthcare professionals. The provocative medical drama follows doctors and nurses at Chastain Memorial Hospital as they face personal and professional challenges and fight for the health of their patients. In this exciting fifth season, the stakes are raised as doctors continue to save patients and fight corruption within the healthcare system, this time with a partner. The alliance with Big Pharma, which found a cure for sickle cell anemia last season, turns out to be a very sharp double-edged sword. Old relationships will be tested, new ones formed, and the emergence of a widespread Medicare fraud scheme ensures that Chastain will never be the same again.
THE CHOE SHOW - November 24th
In The Choe Show, world-renowned artist David Choe transforms his quirky and disruptive worldview into a lens to help viewers rehearse a total empathy towards others. From the house he lived in as a child, Choe takes viewers on a journey in which he plays the dual roles of compassionate listener and interviewer who motivates his guests. Choe and his guests go on a journey of shared emotional experiences. Through the authentic connection that is created between them, Choe is able to provide an honest snapshot of the portrait he is painting.
MARVEL'S HIT-MONKEY - first two episodes streaming from November 17th
A Japanese snow monkey, aided by the ghost of an American assassin, goes in search of revenge around the underworld of Tokyo and becomes the famous "killer of assassins".
UNDERWATER - November 5
Kristen Stewart delivers a powerful performance in this action-packed sci-fi thriller. The crew of the Kepler undersea mining platform were aware that there would be difficulties in their current mission - thirty days in a cramped facility, seven miles below the surface of the water and five thousand miles from the mainland. But no one had prepared them for the horrors they would face. The adrenaline-pumping adventure begins when a devastating earthquake damages the platform, including communication devices as well as rescue vehicles. Even if mechanical engineer Norah Price (Kristen Stewart) manages to temporarily avert the impending disaster, it still becomes necessary to evacuate the platform as soon as possible. Without the ability to call for help over the radio, Nora and the rest of the crew are running out of options. Their only way out is to walk across the ocean floor to an abandoned ship in the hope that its communication devices will still work. Aware that their submarine suits are equipped with limited quantities of oxygen, they embark on a dangerous race against time. As if their journey wasn't insidious enough, they begin to sense that they are not alone in the murky depths of the ocean. There is something mysterious around them. Suddenly ended up in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with an unknown predator, the crew will have to unleash unprecedented strength and courage in order to survive. Also played by Vincent Cassel, Jessica Henwick, T.J. Miller, John Gallagher Jr. and Mamoudou Athie, Underwater is a chilling and suspenseful adventure filled with action from start to finish.
MEET CHRISTOPHER ROBIN - November 26
Meet Christopher Robin offers a rare look at the relationship between beloved children's author A.A. Milne (Domhnall Gleeson) and his son Christopher Robin (Will Tilston) whose games inspired the magical world of Winnie the Pooh. Along with his mother Daphne (Margot Robbie) and nanny Olive (Kelly MacDonald), Christopher Robin and his family are involved in the international success of his father's books; the enchanting tales give hope and comfort to England after the First World War. But with the eyes of the whole world on Christopher Robin, what will be the price to pay for the family?
