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These are the must-watch movies getting released this month

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Here’s everything coming to a cinema and/or streaming platform near you in January 2025.

New movies being released in January 2025:

Paddington in Peru 

The third installment in the popular Paddington series will follow the adorable titular bear as he travels to Peru. Read more about Padding in Peru here

Where to watch: Your local cinema from January 1. 

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Back in Action 

Back in Action will mark Cameron Diaz’s return to acting – for context, she announced her retirement in 2018 and hasn’t been in a film since 2014’s Annie. Back in Action follows two former CIA spies who are pulled back into espionage after their secret identities are exposed.

Where to watch: Netflix from January 17. 

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Babygirl 

Nicole Kidman stars in Babygirl as Romy, a married CEO who starts having an affair with an intern. Be warned, while this film is good, it’s also super racy! 

Where to watch: Your local cinema from January 30. 

Maria

Maria is a biopic thriller about opera singer Maria Callas. Angelina Jolie stars as the titular character and Pablo Larraín – who previously directed Jackie and Spencer – directs. 

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Where to watch: Your local cinema from January 30. 

You’re Cordially Invited 

Chaos ensues in this hilarious comedy when two brides discover their wedding venue has been double booked. Will Ferell and Reese Witherspoon star as the father of Bride 1 and the sister of Bride 2 respectively. 

Where to watch: Prime Video from January 30.

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 Stream You’re Cordially Invited on Prime Video from $6.58/mth, with a 30-day free trial. SUBSCRIBE HERE.

New movies that were released in December 2024:

How to Make Gravy

How to Make Gravy 

This movie is an adaptation of Paul Kelly’s classic Christmas song of the same name. Starring Hugo Weaving, it’s sure to be a cracker. 

Where to watch: Binge from December 1. 

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Stream How to Make Gravy on BINGE from $10/mth, with a seven-day free trial. SUBSCRIBE HERE.

Elton: Never to Late

Elton John: Never Too Late 

This documentary will explore Elton John’s legendary career. Featuring never-before-seen concert footage as well as interviews with Elton himself, it’s a must-watch for music lovers. 

Where to watch: Disney+ from December 13. 

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Stream Elton John: Never Too Late on Disney Plus from $13.99/mth. SUBSCRIBE HERE.

Mufasa: The Lion King

Mufasa: The Lion King

This film serves as both a prequel and sequel to the 2019 remake of the 1994 film The Lion King. Starring Beyoncé, the whole family will enjoy Mufasa: The Lion King

Where to watch: Your local cinema from December 19. 

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New movies that were released in November 2024:

The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial

The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial

Starring Kiefer Sutherland, The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial follows a US Naval First Officer standing trial for orchestrating a mutiny after his captain went mad… 

Where to watch: Paramount+ from November 8.

Stream The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial on Paramount Plus from $9.99/mth, with a seven-day free trial. SUBSCRIBE HERE.

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Wicked

Wicked

The highly anticipated film adaptation of the Broadway musical is almost here! Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, read more about the Wicked movie here

Where to watch: Your local cinema from November 22.

Gladiator II
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Gladiator II

A sequel to the 2000 film Gladiator, which starred Russell Crowe. Directed by Ridley Scott, who helmed the first film, Gladiator II stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington. 

Where to watch: Your local cinema from November 22.

Joy

Joy 

Starring Bill Nighy, Thomasin McKenzie and James Norton, and set in the 1960s, Joy tells the true story of the world’s first in vitro fertilisation baby Louise Brown. 

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Where to watch: Netflix from November 22.

The Piano Lesson

The Piano Lesson 

The Piano Lesson follows the Charles family as they decide what to do with an heirloom: the family piano. Samuel L Jackson stars in this powerful film. 

Where to watch: Netflix from November 22.

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Beatles '64

Beatles ’64 

This documentary explores the moment The Beatles had their musical breakthrough and reached an unprecedented level of fame. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes footage as well as newly filmed and archival interviews with Paul, John, George and Ringo, Beatles ’64 is a must-watch for music lovers. 

Where to watch: Disney+ from November 29.

Stream Beatles ’64 on Disney Plus from $13.99/mth. SUBSCRIBE HERE

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New movies that were released in October 2024:

Joker: Folie à Deux 

Joker: Folie à Deux 

The highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 film Joker will take things in a slightly different direction; it’s being slated as a musical. Joaquin Phoenix, who won an Oscar for his performance in the first film, will reprise his role as Arthur Fleck (aka the Joker) and Lady Gaga is set to play Harley Quinn. 

Where to watch: Your local cinema from October 3. 

The Menendez Brothers 
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The Menendez Brothers 

The recent Netflix show Monsters helmed by Ryan Murphy sparked controversy for its portrayal of the Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle – who in real life were found guilty of the brutal murder of their parents. In The Menendez Brothers, Erik and Lyle tell their own story… 

Where to watch: Netflix from October 7. 

Woman of the Hour 

Based on a true story, Woman of the Hour follows Cheryl Bradshaw — who in 1978, ended up on a date with serial killer Rodney Alcala after they both went on the television show The Dating Game. Anna Kendrick stars and makes her directorial debut in this crime thriller.  

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Where to watch: Netflix from October 18. 

New movies that were released in September 2024:

Apollo 13 Survival

Apollo 13: Survival

A cinematic re-telling of the crisis NASA faced in April 1970; three astronauts were halfway to the moon when their spacecraft suffered a catastrophic explosion.

Where to watch: Netflix from September 5.

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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

A sequel to the 1988 film, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice once again follows Lydia Deetz but this time it’s her teenage daughter Astrid who accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife… Michael Keaton reprises his iconic role in the film as does Winona Ryder.

Where to watch: Your local cinema from September 5.

The Substance
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The Substance

Starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley and Dennis Quaid, The Substance follows Elisabeth Sparkle — a woman who is fired on her 50th birthday. Distraught, Elisabeth decides to try a miraculous substance that promises to make her the best version of herself but instead gives her horrifying side effects.

Where to watch: Your local cinema from September 19.

New movies that were released in August 2024:

The Fabulous Four

The Fabulous Four

Starring Susan Sarandon, Bette Midler, Megan Mullally and Sheryl Lee Ralph, The Fabulous Four follows three friends as they travel across the country to be bridesmaids in a fourth friend’s wedding.

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Where to watch: Your local cinema from August 1.

Sleeping Dogs

Sleeping Dogs

Sleeping Dogs follows Ray Freeman, an ex-homicide detective with memory loss. However, when Ray revisits a case he can’t remember, he realises he can investigate it again but this time with a fresh perspective. Russell Crowe stars in the gripping thriller.

Where to watch: Your local cinema from August 1.

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Elizabeth Taylor - The Lost Tapes

Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes

Delve into Elizabeth Taylor’s life thanks to this new documentary, which features newly discovered interviews with the late icon as well as unprecedented access to her personal archive.

Where to watch: Binge from August 4.

It Ends with Us
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It Ends With Us

Based on the best-selling Colleen Hoover novel, It Ends With Us follows Lily Bloom — a woman, played by Blake Lively, who has overcome a traumatic childhood and is now dating a charming neurosurgeon named Ryle. But when Lily’s first love re-enters her life, she sees a dark side to Ryle that’s reminiscent of her parent’s turbulent relationship.

Where to watch: Your local cinema from August 8.

New movies that were released in July 2024:

Brats

Brats

This documentary chronicles how the ‘Brat Pack’ came to be as well as the impact of being a member had on their lives and careers. ‘Brats’ Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Timothy Hutton, Demi Moore, Rob Lowe, Lea Thompson and Jon Cryer all appear in the film as does David Blum — the journalist who coined the term Brat Pack.

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Where to watch: Disney+ from July 5.

Twisters

Twisters

A standalone sequel/reimagining to the classic 1996 film Twister, Twisters stars Glen Powell of Top Gun: Maverick and Daisy Edgar-Jones of Where the Crawdads Sing fame.

Where to watch: Your local cinema from July 11.

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Fly Me To The Moon

Fly Me to the Moon

Starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, Fly Me to the Moon is a rom-com set in the 1960s during the Space Race. It follows marketing specialist Kelly Jones, who is hired to improve NASA’s public image and stage a fake Moon landing in case the US is unsuccessful in its attempt to land on the Moon.

Where to watch: Apple TV+ and/or your local cinema from July 11.

kinds of kindness
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Kinds of Kindness

The latest film from Yorgos Lanthimos — who was nominated at the 2024 Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director for Poor Things – is Kinds of Kindness. Starring Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, Hong Chau, Joe Alwyn, Mamoudou Athie, and Hunter Schafer, the film is a triptych fable (three distinct but loosely connected stories).

Where to watch: Your local cinema from July 11.

New movies that were released in June 2024:

inside out 2 is one of the new movies getting released this month

Inside Out 2

The highly-anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning Inside Out is a continuation of the first film, and will once again follow Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust — the emotions who live in Riley’s mind headquarters. However, now that Riley is entering her teen years, a new emotion Anxiety (along with a few others) suddenly turns up in mind headquarters.

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Where to watch: Your local cinema from June 13.

despicable me 4 is one of the new movies getting released this month

Despicable Me 4

Everyone’s favourite yellow, banana-loving creatures are back! In Despicable Me 4, Gru, his family and his minions are forced to relocate when Maxime Le Mal escapes prison and seeks revenge. This will be a fun one to watch with the kids and/or grandkids!

Where to watch: Your local cinema from June 20.

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a still from Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge

Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge

This documentary tells the incredible life story of the woman who reinvented the wrap dress. Diane wasn’t just the founder of an iconic fashion brand, she was also the child of a Holocaust survivor and a Princess by marriage… Featuring interviews with Oprah Winfrey, Marc Jacobs, Hillary Clinton and more, this is a must-watch.

Where to watch: Disney+ from June 25.

i am celine dion is one of the new movies getting released this month
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I Am: Celine Dion

Since being diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, powerhouse singer Celine Dion has been unable to perform. However, this powerful documentary will explore her inspiring resoluteness to perform again one day.

Where to watch: Prime Video from June 25.

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A Family Affair

Nicole Kidman stars in this new romantic comedy as Brooke Harwood, a widowed mother who begins dating her daughter’s boss — the self-absorbed Hollywood star Chris Cole, played by Zac Efron.

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Where to watch: Netflix Australia from June 28.

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