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Wizards Beyond Waverly Place (30 Oct)
Series. In this spinoff of Wizards of Waverly Place, Billie, a powerful young wizard, is sent to live in the mortal world with the only wizard teacher who can help her control her powers – Justin Russo. Starring David Henrie, Mimi Gianopulos nd Alkaio Thiele. Watch the trailer.
Music by John Williams (1 Nov)
Documentary. His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams’ own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history. Watch the trailer.
Endurance (2 Nov)
Documentary. Maritime Heritage Trust locates Shackleton’s shipwrecked Endurance near Antarctica in 1915. Shackleton and 27 crew survive incredible journey to South Georgia to seek rescue after ship sinks, showcasing human resilience against all odds.
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Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band (25 Oct)
Film (2024). Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band offer the most in-depth look ever at the creation of their legendary live performances, including footage of band rehearsals, backstage moments, rare archival clips and personal reflections from Springsteen himself. Watch the trailer.
Rivals (18 October)
Series. Set against the backdrop of power-grabbing social elites, Rivals dives headfirst into the ruthless world of independent television in 1986. Based on the celebrated novel by Jilly Cooper, the series follows ex-Olympian and incorrigible rake, Rupert Campbell-Black, in his long-standing feud with the controller of Corinium Television, Tony Baddingham. Loyalties are tested as the two enter a bidding war for TV rights with host Declan O’Hara, who is caught in the crossfire.
Takeover plans are disrupted by a blossoming romance between the womanising Rupert and Declan’s daughter, Taggie O’Hara, creating a love triangle with Tony’s right-hand woman, the brilliant American producer Cameron Cook. Starring David Tennant, Aidan Turner and Claire Rushbrook. Watch the trailer.
La Máquina (9 October)
Series. Disney+ has benefitted from some top adult foreign-language drama lately – Shōgun anyone? – and this new series directed by Gabriel Ripstein looks set to continue that trend.
An ageing boxer gets a chance to return to the ring after his manager secures one last shot at a title. But in getting there, they have to contend first with a mysterious underworld force and the boxer’s ailing mind. Starring Gael García Bernal, Diego Luna and Eiza González. Watch the trailer.
Me & Mickey – Season 3 (2 October)
Animated series. Mickey Mouse talks about everyday topics, inviting preschoolers to laugh and play along with games and challenges.
Last Days of the Space Age (3 October)
Series. It’s the end of an era, and everything is about to change. A global beauty pageant is converging on a small town, and for three families, the drama unfolding on the world stage is nothing compared to what they’re going through.
Tony and Judy are married and sit on opposite sides of an ugly power strike. Their youngest daughter Mia is going off the rails, while their eldest, Tilly, has her head in the stars. The Biu family grapple with the fate of their son, whose life hangs in the balance. For the Wilberforces, the threat of prejudice proves the flashpoint for monumental change. And Tony’s brother Mick forges an alliance with the USSR pageant contestant, not to mention her KGB minder.
The stage is set for a moment in history which will push these families past their limits. Starring Jesse Spencer, Radha Mitchell and Deborah Mailman. Watch the trailer.
From the ScreenHub review:
‘It’s safe to say that The Last Days of the Space Age isn’t exactly high-stakes drama. This is a series where fictional characters butt up against factual events, and the big questions that are left dangling after the opening episode have pretty obvious answers. Will Tilly’s dreams of walking on the moon come to fruition? Not unless this takes a hard swerve into … Read more
