New Releases and Upcoming Events in the World of Entertainment
This week is packed with exciting new releases and events in the world of entertainment. From the latest Mission: Impossible film to new TV dramas and music awards, there’s something for everyone.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
The highly anticipated eighth film in the Mission: Impossible series, starring Tom Cruise, is set to hit cinemas on Wednesday. The film follows Ethan Hunt as he takes on a new mission to stop an artificial intelligence that threatens humanity. Reviews have been largely positive, with many praising the film’s action sequences and performances. Tom Cruise is known for performing his own stunts, and this film is no exception, with the 62-year-old actor hanging precariously from a helicopter in one impressive scene.
The Bombing of Pan Am 103
A new BBC drama series, The Bombing of Pan Am 103, tells the story of the 1988 bombing of a flight from London to New York that killed 270 people. The series, which stars Connor Swindells and Peter Mullan, examines the aftermath of the bombing and the impact on the families of the victims. The drama also highlights the kindness shown by the people of Lockerbie, who came together to support the families of the victims.
Jafaican
Peter Andre’s new film, Jafaican, has been making headlines due to controversy over his portrayal of a Jamaican character. The film, which hits cinemas on Tuesday, tells the story of a small-time crook who must immerse himself in Jamaican culture to pull off a heist. Andre has responded to criticism, saying that he believes in taking on different roles and that the film is meant to be entertaining.
Nine Perfect Strangers
Nicole Kidman is back for the second season of the popular TV series Nine Perfect Strangers, which drops on Prime Video on Thursday. The show follows a group of strangers who are connected in unexpected ways and stars Kidman as a celebrity wellness guru. The new season promises to be just as dramatic and engaging as the first, with a talented cast, including Henry Golding and Lena Olin.
Other Highlights This Week
Other notable releases and events this week include:
* Good Bad Billionaire, a new podcast from LeBron James, available on BBC Sounds from Monday
* The International Booker Prize, which will be announced on Tuesday
* The Hay Festival, which starts on Thursday
* The Ivor Novello Awards, which take place on Thursday
* Youth Fountain, a new film directed by Guy Ritchie, available on AppleTV+ from Friday
* Lilo & Stitch, a new film based on the popular animated series, hits cinemas on Friday
* Clarkson’s Farm, season 4, starts on Prime Video on Friday
* The Smuggler, a new Radio 4 podcast, available on BBC Sounds from Saturday
* Radio 1’s Big Weekend, which takes place in Liverpool next weekend
* Diddy on Trial, a new podcast, available on BBC Sounds now and on iPlayer from next week
