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Milly Alcock brings punkish energy and emotional grit to Kara Zor-El in DC Studios’ ‘Supergirl,’ while Jason Momoa makes a scene-stealing debut as Lobo. But Craig Gillespie’s cosmic revenge saga struggles with sluggish pacing, generic action and a story that never fully matches its star’s potential.
Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 5’ puts Joan Cusack’s Jessie at the center of a heartfelt sequel about childhood, imagination and screen time. Tom Hanks and Tim Allen return as Woody and Buzz, while Greta Lee, Conan O’Brien, Craig Robinson and Bad Bunny join a story that proves the franchise still has emotional life left.
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 brings HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel closer to the war, political tension and character complexity it has been building toward. Emma D’Arcy, Matt Smith and Olivia Cooke lead a stronger, sharper season that remains crowded but finally delivers some of the show’s best episodes.
Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson reunite in ‘Happy Hours,’ a Tribeca Festival romantic drama written and directed by Holmes. While the former ‘Dawson’s Creek’ co-stars still share easy chemistry, the film’s contrived misunderstandings, literary flourishes and overly curated New York romance keep it from feeling emotionally convincing.
Josh Greenbaum’s ‘Playing POTUS’ explores the art of presidential impressions with Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Darrell Hammond, Keegan-Michael Key, Kate McKinnon and more. The Tribeca documentary is entertaining and often insightful, but its heavy focus on Saturday Night Live limits a broader subject.
Felice Kakaletris delivers a tender breakout performance in Rain Reign, Erika Burke Rossa’s Tribeca Festival adaptation of Ann M. Martin’s beloved children’s novel. Co-starring Paul Rudd and Jeremy Sisto, the gentle family drama explores neurodivergence, grief, responsibility, and the difficult lessons of love and sacrifice through the bond between a young girl and her dog.
Tim Blake Nelson and Vera Farmiga give chilling, superb performances in Michael Gallagher’s ‘The Leader,’ a Tribeca Festival drama about the rise of the Heaven’s Gate cult and the emotional need for faith, belonging, and salvation that helped lead to one of America’s most infamous tragedies.
Questlove’s ‘Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the World)’ is a vibrant, emotional, and deeply insightful documentary celebrating Maurice White and one of the most influential bands in music history. Premiering at Tribeca Festival 2026, the film explores the group’s rise, groundbreaking sound, cultural impact, and enduring legacy through rare footage, interviews, and unforgettable music.
Rachel Rose’s ‘The Last Day’ reimagines Virginia Woolf’s ‘Mrs. Dalloway’ through the lens of modern womanhood, grief, motherhood, and identity. Led by powerful performances from Alicia Vikander and a career-best Victoria Pedretti, this Tribeca Festival drama explores the quiet emotional battles hidden beneath seemingly perfect lives.
Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement lead Hulu’s ‘Alice and Steve,’ a sharp, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving comedy about friendship, jealousy, family, and the complicated people we can’t let go.
Emilia Clarke, Edgar Ramírez, and Jack Farthing star in Drake Doremus’ ‘Next Life,’ a romantic drama that explores parallel timelines, fate, artistic ambition, and the roads not taken. Premiering at Tribeca, the film offers an intriguing meditation on love, purpose, and life’s biggest what-ifs, even when its emotional reach exceeds its grasp.
FX and Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ ends with a stressful, funny and deeply moving final season that gives Carmy, Sydney, Richie and the kitchen a beautiful sendoff. Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are extraordinary as Christopher Storer closes the Emmy-winning series with grace, pressure and emotional release.
Milly Alcock brings punkish energy and emotional grit to Kara Zor-El in DC Studios’ ‘Supergirl,’ while Jason Momoa makes a scene-stealing debut as Lobo. But Craig Gillespie’s cosmic revenge saga struggles with sluggish pacing, generic action and a story that never fully matches its star’s potential.
Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 5’ puts Joan Cusack’s Jessie at the center of a heartfelt sequel about childhood, imagination and screen time. Tom Hanks and Tim Allen return as Woody and Buzz, while Greta Lee, Conan O’Brien, Craig Robinson and Bad Bunny join a story that proves the franchise still has emotional life left.
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 brings HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel closer to the war, political tension and character complexity it has been building toward. Emma D’Arcy, Matt Smith and Olivia Cooke lead a stronger, sharper season that remains crowded but finally delivers some of the show’s best episodes.
Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson reunite in ‘Happy Hours,’ a Tribeca Festival romantic drama written and directed by Holmes. While the former ‘Dawson’s Creek’ co-stars still share easy chemistry, the film’s contrived misunderstandings, literary flourishes and overly curated New York romance keep it from feeling emotionally convincing.
Josh Greenbaum’s ‘Playing POTUS’ explores the art of presidential impressions with Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Darrell Hammond, Keegan-Michael Key, Kate McKinnon and more. The Tribeca documentary is entertaining and often insightful, but its heavy focus on Saturday Night Live limits a broader subject.
Felice Kakaletris delivers a tender breakout performance in Rain Reign, Erika Burke Rossa’s Tribeca Festival adaptation of Ann M. Martin’s beloved children’s novel. Co-starring Paul Rudd and Jeremy Sisto, the gentle family drama explores neurodivergence, grief, responsibility, and the difficult lessons of love and sacrifice through the bond between a young girl and her dog.
Tim Blake Nelson and Vera Farmiga give chilling, superb performances in Michael Gallagher’s ‘The Leader,’ a Tribeca Festival drama about the rise of the Heaven’s Gate cult and the emotional need for faith, belonging, and salvation that helped lead to one of America’s most infamous tragedies.
Questlove’s ‘Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs That’s the Weight of the World)’ is a vibrant, emotional, and deeply insightful documentary celebrating Maurice White and one of the most influential bands in music history. Premiering at Tribeca Festival 2026, the film explores the group’s rise, groundbreaking sound, cultural impact, and enduring legacy through rare footage, interviews, and unforgettable music.
Rachel Rose’s ‘The Last Day’ reimagines Virginia Woolf’s ‘Mrs. Dalloway’ through the lens of modern womanhood, grief, motherhood, and identity. Led by powerful performances from Alicia Vikander and a career-best Victoria Pedretti, this Tribeca Festival drama explores the quiet emotional battles hidden beneath seemingly perfect lives.
Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement lead Hulu’s ‘Alice and Steve,’ a sharp, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving comedy about friendship, jealousy, family, and the complicated people we can’t let go.
Emilia Clarke, Edgar Ramírez, and Jack Farthing star in Drake Doremus’ ‘Next Life,’ a romantic drama that explores parallel timelines, fate, artistic ambition, and the roads not taken. Premiering at Tribeca, the film offers an intriguing meditation on love, purpose, and life’s biggest what-ifs, even when its emotional reach exceeds its grasp.
Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein headline Netflix’s ‘Office Romance,’ a charming workplace rom-com filled with sharp laughs, strong supporting performances, and the kind of easy chemistry that makes the genre work. While it never aims to reinvent romantic comedies, the film delivers exactly what audiences want: humor, heart, and a relationship worth rooting for.
Mindy Kaling’s ‘Not Suitable for Work’ brings a classic ensemble sitcom formula to Hulu with a charming cast, sharp humor, and plenty of romantic chaos. While its vision of Gen Z feels more millennial than modern, the series succeeds thanks to strong performances, genuine chemistry, and the kind of easy comfort-watch appeal that’s increasingly rare on television.
John Travolta’s directorial debut Propeller One-Way Night Coach is a nostalgic, visually detailed aviation drama that blends memoir-like storytelling with mid-century air travel fantasy. The Apple film stars Clark Shotwell and Kelly Eviston-Quinnett and offers a unique, unconventional cinematic experience.
Early reactions to Steven Spielberg’s ‘Disclosure Day’ are overwhelmingly positive, with critics calling the UFO thriller one of his best films in decades. Starring Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor, the sci-fi epic is praised for its emotional depth, scale, and John Williams’ score ahead of its June 12 release.
Andrew Scott delivers a standout performance opposite Brendan Fraser in Anthony Maras’ ‘Pressure’, a gripping WWII drama about the meteorological decisions behind D-Day. With strong supporting turns from Kerry Condon, Chris Messina, and Damian Lewis, the film turns forecasting into high-stakes wartime suspense.
Alfred Molina stars in The Boroughs, Netflix’s sci-fi mystery about retirees facing a supernatural threat in a desert community. Despite a strong ensemble including Geena Davis, Bill Pullman, and Alfre Woodard, the Stranger Things-adjacent series struggles with pacing, structure, and underdeveloped suspense.
Tatiana Maslany stars in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, Apple’s twist-heavy thriller from David Gordon Green about a divorced mother pulled into a violent conspiracy after witnessing a crime. Blending dark comedy, suspense, and escalating chaos, the series prioritizes momentum and performance over emotional depth.
Curry Barker’s Obsession turns a simple wish into a disturbing psychological horror film, following a young man whose desire to be loved triggers terrifying consequences. Led by standout performances from Inde Navarrette and Michael Johnston, the film builds from romance into escalating dread.
Half Man Episode 4 sees Richard Gadd continue his standout run as writer, director, and star, delivering one of the year’s most powerful television episodes. The HBO Max drama builds toward a devastating shock ending while strengthening Gadd’s back-to-back Emmy conversation following Baby Reindeer.
Dutton Ranch expands the Yellowstone universe with Beth and Rip relocating to Texas, introducing new rival ranch power struggles and strong performances from Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Ed Harris, and Annette Bening. A confident, familiar continuation that refines the franchise’s soap-operatic Western formula.
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ reunites Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt in a visually polished sequel that blends fashion nostalgia with muted media satire. While strong on performance and style, it struggles to fully commit to its critique of luxury culture and modern media systems.
Ben McKenzie’s ‘Everyone Is Lying to You for Money’ is a grounded, investigative documentary that unpacks cryptocurrency through belief, behavior, and financial consequence. Rather than focusing on technical systems, it examines why crypto persists as both a financial structure and a cultural narrative despite widespread collapse and controversy.

FX and Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ ends with a stressful, funny and deeply moving final season that gives Carmy, Sydney, Richie and the kitchen a beautiful sendoff. Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are extraordinary as Christopher Storer closes the Emmy-winning series with grace, pressure and emotional release.