'The Fall of the House of Usher' makes its Netflix premiere on October 9, 2023.
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Let’s take a closer look at what's in store, providing you with a straightforward guide to help you decide what to watch next. In the first section, I’ll list out all the best options at your disposal this week. Then I’ll end the article with every single movie and show coming to Netflix this week, as well as the ones that are leaving. Your next favorite show or movie might just be a click away.
In The Fall of the House of Usher, Mike Flanagan breathes new, eerie life into Edgar Allan Poe’s 1839 narrative. Bruce Greenwood plays Roderick Usher, a pharmaceutical magnate enveloped by a cloud of moral decay, facing the dire consequences of a past steeped in ethical quagmires. As his children succumb to gruesome, unexplainable fates, the series, also featuring Mary McDonnell and Willa Fitzgerald, intertwines familial tragedy with unnerving supernatural elements, creating what we fully expect to be a thoroughly chilling story.
Embark on a journey through a beautifully terrifying suburban nightmare with It Follows. Directed by David Robert Mitchell and starring Maika Monroe, this 2014 psychological horror throws us into a seemingly normal world that's simmering with an undercurrent of relentless fear. Monroe plays Jay, a college student who, after an ordinary romantic encounter, becomes entwined in a chilling game of death, chased by an unyielding, shape-shifting entity. Why watch? It Follows refines horror to its minimalist best, presenting a haunting tale that explores adolescent sexuality, persistent dread, and irrevocable curses. It’s an atmospheric, ingeniously-paced story that lingers long after the credits roll.
The Conference plunges us into a chilling confluence of horror and dark comedy, stewarded by director Patrik Eklund and based on the absorbing novel by Mats Strandberg. The storyline unfolds amidst a seemingly benign municipal team-building conference which swiftly spirals into chaos. Accusations of corruption gnaw at the collective trust while a shadowy murderer looms, stealthily executing conference participants one by one. Katia Winter, Eva Melander, and Adam Lundgren navigate this treacherous, suspenseful journey, confronting the ghosts of accountability amidst a gruesome, unexpected crisis. A blend of satirical commentary and stark terror, it’s an unsettling, enthralling experience.
Pact of Silence unveils a narrative, starring Rodolfo Salas, Marimar Vega, and Gerardo Sierra, which entwines vengeance, love, and peril in a tightly-knit emotional tableau. A flourishing influencer, searing with the pains of abandonment and childhood trauma, weaves herself into the intricate lives of four women, hunting for the maternal figure who relinquished her to fate. Her journey oscillates between a burgeoning romance and the incremental revelation of jeopardizing secrets, situating her on a precipice between vengeance and self-preservation. It’s a saga that explores the intricate corridors of human relationships, dark pasts, and the razor's edge between justice and retaliation.
Navigate through a world of high-stakes thievery with The Misfits, a 2021 action-adventure by director Renny Harlin, which beautifully blends excitement and extravagance. Starring Pierce Brosnan, Jamie Chung, and Tim Roth, this film plunges us into an audacious plan to steal illicit gold reserves, maneuvered by a team of unconventional robbers who are paradoxically the good guys. They’re on a mission, and it’s a righteous one. The Misfits stands out for its energetic pacing, scenic locations, and a charm that nostalgically nods to heist films of yesteryears. Watch for the lush visuals, engaging action sequences, and a playful dance between morality and mischief, all bundled into a delightfully fast-paced cinematic experience.
Note: The dates represent your last days to watch these movies and shows.