02 Oct 2026
Prime TV Choices: Seven Can't-Miss Movies This Week
Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest remains effective even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has made the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to show the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel