Get ready for a cinematic feast as major streaming services drop some of the year’s most talked-about films. This week’s offerings are a testament to variety, spanning the adrenaline-fueled universe of John Wick, the nostalgic world of Karate Kid, and the chilling return of a technological terror. Prepare to be thrilled, moved, and thoroughly entertained by these top-tier movie premieres.
Starz kicks things off on September 25 with the much-anticipated streaming debut of Ballerina. Ana de Armas takes the lead in this action-packed installment of the John Wick saga. She portrays a skilled assassin on a relentless path of revenge, a journey that will see her face off against a gallery of deadly foes. With Len Wiseman directing and Keanu Reeves making a special appearance, this film delivers the stylish action fans of the franchise crave.
Continuing the action theme, Netflix brings a legendary crossover to the screen with Karate Kid: Legends on September 27. The film sees Cobra Kai’s Ralph Macchio share the screen with martial arts icon Jackie Chan, as their characters Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Han mentor a new protégé. This story promises to honor the series’ roots while expanding its universe in exciting new directions as a young man fights to protect his community.
On the thriller front, Nicolas Cage delivers what is being called a one-of-a-kind performance in The Surfer, which arrives on Hulu on September 25. This psychological film plunges viewers into a tense narrative about a man who is viciously tormented by a local gang at a remote beach. The idyllic setting quickly becomes a backdrop for a gripping and suspenseful struggle for survival and dignity.
Finally, the world of science fiction presents two very different offerings. The action-horror sequel M3GAN 2.0 arrives on Peacock, continuing the story of the infamous AI companion. This time, M3GAN is reactivated to hunt down an even deadlier military android. On a softer note, Apple TV+ premieres All of You on September 26, a sci-fi romance where Imogen Poots and Jenna Coleman explore the complexities of love between two best friends.