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"'Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" is now available to watch at home. "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" is a sequel to the 2011 animated adventure movie "Puss in Boots." Banderas previously played the character in "Shrek 2," "Shrek the Third," "Shrek Forever After," and the first "Puss in Boots" movie. How to watch 'Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'You can watch 'Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" as home through digital retailers like Amazon, Vudu, and Apple TV. Critics praise the movie as a fun and clever animated adventure for the whole familyWhere can I watch the first 'Puss in Boots' movie and the 'Shrek' films?

☆ HBO's 'The Last of Us' creators promise it won't have the same issue as 'Game of Thrones': 'We have no plans to tell any stories beyond adapting the games'
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-04 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

"We won't run into the same issue as 'Game of Thrones,'" co-creator Neil Druckmann told The Hollywood Reporter. "Game of Thrones" ran out of source material after catching up with the unfinished book series. Neil Druckmann, the show's co-creator who also developed the game, told The Hollywood Reporter that the series won't stray from the source material. "We have no plans to tell any stories beyond adapting the games," Druckmann said in the interview. "We won't run into the same issue as 'Game of Thrones' since 'Part II' doesn't end on a cliffhanger," he added, referring to the game's sequel, "The Last of Us Part II."

"Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" will start streaming exclusively on Disney Plus on February 1. Check out the trailer for 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'Though the original "Black Panther'' movie starred the late Chadwick Boseman as T'Challa, Boseman does not appear in the sequel. How to watch 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'You can watch "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" at home on Disney Plus starting February 1. Is 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' worth watching? Letitia Wright in "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever."

☆ You don't need to see 'Yellowstone' to watch its prequel '1923,' but you do need 2 different streaming services to watch both.
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-31 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

You don't have to watch "Yellowstone" to see and enjoy its new prequel "1923." But you do need two streaming services to watch both. "1923" is streaming on Paramount+, while past episodes of "Yellowstone" are on Peacock. The new series, "1923," follows a new generation of Duttons, the ranching family portrayed in Taylor Sheridan's smash hit "Yellowstone." The series was good enough and easy enough to watch without having seen "Yellowstone" that I am now watching "1923."

"Alice in Borderland" season two hit Netflix on December 22. Check out the trailer for 'Alice in Borderland' season 2"Alice in Borderland" is directed Shinsuke Sato, who also co-writes the series with Yoshiki Watabe and Yasuko Kuramitsu. How to watch 'Alice in Borderland'You can watch "Alice in Borderland" on Netflix. "Alice in Borderland" season two includes eight episodes, just like the first season. "Alice in Borderland" season two holds an "88% Fresh" score on Rotten Tomatoes, and season one holds a "75% Fresh" rating based on eight reviews from critics.

"Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" is now available to stream on Netflix. Serving as a sequel to the 2019 film "Knives Out," "Glass Onion'' features the return of detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig). Check out the trailer for 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery'Daniel Craig reprises his role as keen investigator Benoit Blanc. How to watch 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery'You can watch "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" at home exclusively on Netflix. Is 'Glass Onion' a sequel to 'Knives Out'?

Where to watch 'Top Gun: Maverick'"Top Gun: Maverick" is now available to watch on Paramount Plus and Epix Now. You can watch "Top Gun: Maverick" for free if you sign up for a trial to Paramount Plus or Epix Now. After you purchase "Top Gun: Maverick" you'll be able to stream it whenever you like with no restrictions. Getty ImagesYou can watch the first "Top Gun" movie from 1986 on Paramount Plus and Epix Now. The first "Top Gun" movie follows Maverick as he and a group of naval aviators are given the chance to train in the Navy's Top Gun program.

☆ The 'Black Adam' debacle shows the limits of even superhero movies and Dwayne Johnson's star power
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-21 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Dwayne Johnson said that "Black Adam" isn't part of the new DC film universe's "first chapter." The movie didn't click with audiences, showing the limits of superhero movies and the Rock's star power. The rest of Johnson's statement read like an obituary, saying that he'll "always look back on the fan reaction to Black Adam with tremendous gratitude." Johnson's damage-control instincts kicked into high gear with "Black Adam," a passion project he spent over a decade trying to make. Black Adam isn't a well-known character, so it was always going to face an uphill battle.

The third season of "Emily in Paris" is now available to watch on Netflix . Check out the trailer for 'Emily in Paris' season 3Star Lily Collins returns for season three, along with Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, and Bruno Gouery. How to watch 'Emily in Paris'You can watch "Emily in Paris" exclusively on Netflix. The first season of "Emily in Paris" debuted on Netflix in October 2020, to mixed but mostly positive reviews. Will there be a season 4 of 'Emily in Paris'?

"Alice in Borderland" season two hits Netflix on December 22. Check out the trailer for 'Alice in Borderland' season 2"Alice in Borderland" is directed Shinsuke Sato, who also co-writes the series with Yoshiki Watabe and Yasuko Kuramitsu. How to watch 'Alice in Borderland'You can watch "Alice in Borderland" season two on Netflix starting December 22. "Alice in Borderland" season two is set to include eight episodes, just like the first season. "Alice in Borderland" season two doesn't have a score on Rotten Tomatoes just yet, but season one holds a "75% Fresh" rating based on eight reviews from critics.

"Avatar: The Way of Water" premiered December 16 exclusively in theaters. Though the movie is currently exclusive to theaters, it's expected to hit Disney Plus at some point in 2023. Like the original movie, "Avatar: The Way of Water" is directed by James Cameron ("Titanic"). As of December 16, there is no official streaming date set for "Avatar: The Way of Water." The sequel repeats one of the biggest draws of the first "Avatar" movie in terms of being a groundbreaking visual spectacle.

The critically acclaimed movie stars Taylor Russell and Timothée Chalamet. You can rent "Bones and All" to watch at home from Amazon, Apple TV, Google, and Vudu for $20. The new horror-romance film costs $20 to rent from digital retailers like Amazon, Apple TV, Google, and Vudu. How to watch 'Bones and All'You can watch "Bones and All" at home by renting it from digital retailers like Amazon, Apple TV, Google, and Vudu. Apps for digital retailers are available on most mobile devices, smart TVs, and streaming players from major brands, including Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, and Chromecast.

☆ 'Avatar: The Way of Water' review roundup: See it on the biggest screen possible, critics say
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-15 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

"The Way of Water" follows Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) who are now the parents of four Na'vi children. Read more: "Avatar: The Way of Water" could be headed for a $175 million opening weekend Critics are adamant that audiences should watch "The Way of Water" on the biggest screen possible, lauding the film for its you-won't-believe-this-is-computer-generated visuals and bombastic sound design. Here's what critics thought of "Avatar: The Way of Water" before its Friday release. Avatar: The Way of Water Courtesy: Disney Co.Ma did note that "The Way of Water" is "jaw-droppingly beautiful," likening it to watching a David Attenborough documentary rather than a CGI feature. Avatar: The Way of Water Courtesy Disney Co.Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle

☆ 'Avatar' sequel earns film critics' praise for visual spectacle
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-13 | by ( Lisa Richwine | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/2] Fans attend a premiere for the film Avatar: The Way of Water, at Dolby theatre in Los Angeles, California, U.S., December 12, 2022. REUTERS/Mario AnzuoniLOS ANGELES, Dec 13 (Reuters) - The long-awaited sequel to groundbreaking movie "Avatar" won praise on Tuesday from movie critics who said they were awed again by director James Cameron's visual artistry. The sequel offers more advanced 3D images, showcasing aquatic creatures on the lush moon of Pandora. "'Avatar: The Way of Water' is such a screen-popping visual feast it earns the 3-hour, 12-minute running time," said Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun-Times. Studios split ticket sales with theaters, and Cameron told GQ magazine that "The Way of Water" will need to make $2 billion just to break even.

The stop-motion musical reimagines the classic tale through the unique lens of filmmaker Guillermo del Toro. How to watch 'Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio'You can watch "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio" at home exclusively on Netflix. Is 'Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio' worth watching? "Guillermo del Toro's "Pinocchio" has received critical acclaim. What is 'Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio' based on?

☆ Netflix's 'Wednesday' is competing with the streamer's biggest hits, 'Stranger Things' and 'Squid Game,' for record-high viewership
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-07 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Netflix's "Wednesday" is already one of the streamer's biggest TV originals ever after two weeks. Its viewership is on pace to pass "Stranger Things" season four and is rivaling its top show, "Squid Game." "Wednesday" also had Netflix's biggest first week of viewership ever, beating "Stranger Things" season four. The show is chasing the Korean-language series "Squid Game" to be Netflix's biggest original show of all time, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said at an event in New York City on Tuesday. "This group is far more likely to be among highly engaged viewers because the series has strong overlap with other young-skewing Netflix shows," including "Stranger Things," Alexander wrote.

☆ 'Andor' almost dropped the first F-word in 'Star Wars' franchise history, actress says
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-04 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

"Andor" is the best-reviewed "Star Wars" live-action series yet, and feels more gritty than previous shows. "Fiona's voice was over all of us," Gough told Empire, referring to actress Fiona Shaw's monologue in the episode. "Andor" could be described as a "gritty" "Star Wars" series. It's received glowing reviews from critics, with the first season receiving a 96% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, the best of any of Disney+'s live-action "Star Wars" series. But the three-episode premiere lagged behind other "Star Wars" debuts in viewership, according to Nielsen data.

"The Woman King," starring Viola Davis, is now available to watch at home. You can buy "The Woman King" from digital retailers like Amazon and Vudu for $20. "The Woman King" is written by Dana Stevens ("Julie & Julia") and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood ("The Old Guard"). How to watch 'The Woman King'"The Woman King" is now available to watch through digital retailers like Amazon, Vudu, Apple TV, and Google. After purchasing "The Woman King," you'll be able to stream it whenever you want with no restrictions.

"Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" is written by Will Davies ("Flushed Away") and directed by Will Speck and Josh Gordon ("Blades of Glory"). After you purchase "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile," you'll be able to stream it whenever you like with no restrictions. Is 'Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile' worth watching? "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" received generally positive reviews. "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" is based on the classic children's book of the same name by author Bernard Waber.

☆ Ben Affleck says it's an 'impossible job' to make great movies with Netflix's 'assembly-line process'
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-01 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Affleck said it's impossible to make a large number of great movies with Netflix's "assembly-line process." "I would have said, 'How are we going to make 50 great movies? He noted that it's "impossible" to make a lot of great content under an "assembly-line process" like Netflix's, which pumps out hundreds of movies and TV shows a year. "If you ask [Netflix co-CEO] Reed Hastings … I'm sure there's some risk in that, and I'm sure they had a great strategy, but I would have said, 'How are we going to make 50 great movies? The company's content spend has included hundreds of millions of dollars on action movies that it hopes to turn into franchises, such as "Red Notice" and "The Gray Man."

How to watch 'Better Call Saul' season 6You can watch "Better Call Saul" season six by purchasing episodes through digital retailers like Amazon and Vudu. 'Better Call Saul' Season 6 (Digital Purchase) The long-awaited conclusion to the harrowing “Breaking Bad” spin-off is available to buy digitally. Do Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul appear in 'Better Call Saul' season 6? Netflix is also home to lots of other great content, including every season of "Breaking Bad" and the sequel film "El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie." "Better Call Saul" is critically acclaimed and currently holds a "98% Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on all six seasons.

☆ 'Glass Onion' could have made $200 million, but Netflix only let it play in theaters for a week
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-29 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Netflix probably left hundreds of millions of dollars on the table by not keeping Rian Johnson's "Glass Onion" in theaters. "Glass Onion" leaves theaters Tuesday. The truncated run for "Glass Onion" also prompted industry insiders to again question the streamer's theatrical release strategy. The first film's performance at the box office has provoked questions about why Netflix has limited the release of "Glass Onion" to just one week in a limited number of theaters. "Glass Onion" earned a 93% "Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 238 reviews and an audience score of 92%, suggesting that it too could have generated the same kind of word of mouth.

You'll also be able to stream it with a Paramount Plus subscription ($5/month) starting December 22. The box office hit will also be available on Paramount Plus starting December 22. When will 'Top Gun: Maverick' be available on Paramount Plus? "Top Gun: Maverick" will finally hit Paramount Plus on December 22. Getty ImagesYou can watch the first "Top Gun" movie from 1986 on Paramount Plus.

☆ The 'Knives Out' sequel 'Glass Onion' could have been a box-office hit — if Netflix had let it
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-28 | by ( Travis Clark | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Analysts say Netflix's "Glass Onion" could have been a box-office hit with a bigger release. Last year, Netflix scooped up the rights to two "Knives Out" sequels for over $400 million, Deadline reported at the time. The streaming service released the first sequel, "Glass Onion," in 600 theaters over the weekend, and it will play for one-week only, before debuting on Netflix on December 23. During its latest earnings call in October, co-CEO Ted Sarandos defended Netflix's release strategy, downplaying the potential that it expands its theatrical output. "We're in the business of entertaining our members with Netflix movies on Netflix," he said.

☆ Amazon is down 40% this year — is now the time to buy? Market pros give their take
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-22 | by ( Zavier Ong | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Two market pros faced off on CNBC's " Street Signs Asia " on Thursday to make a case for and against buying the stock. Long-term investment story Veteran tech investor Gene Munster believes "there is no company like Amazon" when it comes to e-commerce and logistics. "We both know this has been the carrot that has been held out there forever when it comes to Amazon. It's not about revenue growth. Davidson, noted that Amazon is now a mature e-commerce company — one that requires $4.7 billion in incremental revenue just to post revenue growth of one-percentage point.

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