There’s plenty of new releases coming in April, between some old favourites returning for a new series or some completely new stories to keep your eyes on. We’ve compiled a list of our most anticipated movies and series coming to your screens this month!
Movies
A Minecraft Movie – April 2nd (Theatres)
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This one might be for the kids. Based on the highest-selling video game of all time, Minecraft, A Minecraft Movie is a unique story set in the block world of the same name. Starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, the film focuses on several travellers lost in the Minecraft world as they try to find their way home.
Death of a Unicorn – April 10th (Theatres)
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Starring Jenna Ortega, Paul Rudd, Richard E. Grant, and Will Poulter, this new A24 film is a dark comedy about a father and daughter who run over a baby unicorn which sets them on a tortured and cursed path. Brought to you by acclaimed producer Ari Aster (creator of Hereditary and Midsommar) and writer and director Alex Scharfman, there’s plenty of incredible talent behind this project.
G20 – April 10th (Amazon)
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If you’re jonesing for your next turn-your-brain-off action flick, then G20 could be your film this month. Starring Oscar-winner Viola Davis as the President of the United States, she must evade capture as she becomes the primary target of a siege on the G20 Summit. She must use her military experience to fend off capture and any potential danger to herself, her family, and the world.
Queer – April 17th (Theatres)
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An adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ classic of the same name, this A24 film stars Danie Craig in 1950s Mexico as he falls for an elusive former soldier as they traverse into the jungle together. This drama/romance can be found in theatres but is available on the Apple store now!
Havoc – April 25th (Netflix)
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A gritty crime thriller, Havoc follows three protagonists Tom Hardy, Timothy Olyphant, and Forest Whitaker in the criminal underworld. From the mind of well-renowned action crime films Gareth Evans (The Raid, The Raid 2, Gangs of London), Havoc is set to be a tense and gritty crime thriller.
Thunderbolts* – April 30th (Theatres)
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The second Marvel film of the year comes to theatres at the end of this month. Thunderbolts* looks to attempt to take the MCU back to its thriller roots, with trailers off hints of Captain America: The Winter Soldier vibes. The Thunderbolts* follows a team of the worst heroes and villains available in the absence of The Avengers, similar in style to that of DC’s Suicide Squad. The Thunderbolts will star and see the return of Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky, David Harbour as Red Guardian and Wyatt Russell as John Walker.
TV
Pulse – April 3rd (Netflix)
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Your next medical drama comes from Netflix as it tells the story of a group of doctors at a Miami trauma centre during a disastrous hurricane. Dealing with romantic entanglements, high-stress medical emergencies, and even a controversial accusation.
Dying For Sex – April 4th (Disney+)
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Disney is really trying to let everyone know it’s not just for kids anymore. Dying For Sex stars Michelle Williams as Molly, Molly ends her marriage when she is diagnosed with terminal breast cancer. Molly sets out to explore her sexuality before her time is up in this 8-episode series.
Black Mirror – April 10th (Netflix)
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Black Mirror is back for a seventh season, and I need to be honest: with everything going on in the world right now I’m not sure this is what I need in my life right now. But damn it you just know I’m going to torture myself with these great but depressing stories when it releases on April 10th. This season will feature talented stars such as Emma Corin, Rashida Jones, Paul Giamatti, and Chris O’Dowd. This season will also give us a sequel to the popular “USS Callister” Star Trek parody episode back from the fourth season.
Doctor Who – April 12th (Disney+)
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Ncuti Gatwa returns as the fifteenth Doctor in his second season of Doctor Who. The last season ended with Ruby departing the TARDIS and the Doctor left to travel alone, again. The show returns with new companion Belinda Chandra, played by Varada Sethu, who desperately needs to return home.
The Last of Us – April 14th (Binge)
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After the huge critical success that was the first season, The Last of Us returns for its second season on April 14th. The story, as it appears based on the trailers, will follow the highly controversial second game in the series. Whilst it’s not confirmed how closely it’ll follow the story of the second game it will still deal with the consequences of Joel’s decisions at the end of the first season. Good luck to all as this is sure to be an incredibly difficult and confronting season to watch. Thinking I might just save myself the emotional turmoil and instead go play a round of golf…
Andor – April 22nd (Disney+)
Cassian Andor is back baby. Although the first season flew under the radar for many, the Star Wars political thriller has grown a bit of a dedicated cult following. Having moved away from Jedi and the Force, Andor grew popular due to its brilliant characters and compelling tone and writing. The second has been confirmed to be its last, which is disappointing but unsurprising as, spoiler alert, we do already know how Andor’s story concludes thanks to Rogue One.
Etoile – April 24th (Amazon)
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From the minds of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel comes a new original series named Etoile. Moving away from the microphone and towards the world of dance, Etoile shows two famous ballet companies from New York and Paris when they swap their most talented performers. Etoile dances on to Prime later this month but has already been commissioned for a second season.
YOU – April 24th (Netflix)
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Returning for its fifth and final season, YOU, takes Joe Goldberg back to New York. This season will see a change in Joe’s status, previously he’s been able to relocate and remain anonymous but now Joe is a famous and adored public figure nicknamed Prince Charming. Penn Badgley himself has described this season as “things coming full circle for him”. It’ll be interesting to see how they wrap up Joe’s story when YOU season 5 releases all 10 episodes on April 24th.
