01/11/2025

LYFE SATURDAY | NOV 1, 2025

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BINGE-WORTHY FLICKS

F1 The Movie Cast: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia From director Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer, F1 The Movie makes its global streaming debut on Apple TV on Dec 12, following a record-breaking theatrical run. The film stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One prodigy whose career was cut short by a tragic accident. Decades later, he is pulled back into the racing world by his old teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem) to help save a struggling team and mentor rising star Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris). Filmed during real Grand Prix events, the film captures the intensity, rivalry and redemption at the heart of professional racing. Backed by a chart-topping soundtrack and praised for its authenticity, F1 The Movie has become the highest-grossing sports film of all time and a global cultural phenomenon. Cross (Season two) Cast: Aldis Hodge, Matthew Lillard, Jeanine Mason, Wes Chatham, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Samantha Walkes, Juanita Jennings, Caleb Elijah, Melody Hurd, Johnny Ray Gill The hit crime thriller Cross , based on James Patterson’s bestselling Alex Cross novels, returns for a gripping second season on Prime Video. Aldis Hodge reprises his role as Alex Cross, a brilliant detective and forensic psychologist renowned for his ability to understand the minds of killers. This season, Cross faces one of his most complex cases yet as he pursues a ruthless vigilante targeting corrupt billionaires, blurring the line between justice and vengeance. The eight-episode series premieres globally on Feb 11, 2026, with the first three episodes streaming immediately and new episodes released weekly until the finale on Mar 18. The Family Plan 2 Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Monaghan, Zoe Colletti, Van Crosby The Morgan family returns in the sequel to The Family Plan , the hit Apple Original Film. Mark Wahlberg reprises his role as Dan Morgan, with Michelle Monaghan, Zoe Colletti and Van Crosby also returning to star. Directed once again by Simon Cellan Jones, the new action-comedy follows the Morgans on a Christmas holiday across Europe that takes an unexpected turn when Dan’s past comes back to haunt them. Written by David Coggeshall, the sequel promises more high-stakes chaos, heartfelt family moments and holiday adventure. Produced by Apple Original Films and Skydance Media, the film continues the story of a family that proves spy life and parenting can be an unpredictable mix.

Drops of God (Season two) Cast: Fleur Geffrier, Tomohisa Yamashita Emmy Award-winning French-Japanese drama Drops of God returns for a new season on Apple TV+, premiering Jan 21, 2026. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling manga, the eight-episode series continues the story of Camille and Issei as they face their greatest challenge yet to uncover the origin of the world’s most extraordinary wine, a mystery that even their late father could not solve. What begins as a pursuit of legacy becomes a globe-spanning quest for truth, testing family bonds and revealing secrets hidden for generations. New episodes will stream weekly until Mar 11, 2026. The International

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour – The End of an Era Cast: Taylor Swift, Gracie Abrams, Sabrina Carpenter, Ed Sheeran, Florence Welch The 14-time Grammy-winning artist Taylor Swift returns to Disney+ with a six-part docuseries that offers an intimate look at her record-breaking Eras Tour . The End of an Era chronicles the creative process, challenges and global impact of one of the biggest concert tours in history, featuring appearances by friends and collaborators. The first two episodes premiere on Dec 12, with new episodes released weekly.

The Buccaneers (Season three) Cast: Kristine Froseth, Alisha Boe, Josie Totah, Aubri Ibrag, Imogen Waterhouse, Christina Hendricks, Mia Threapleton, Leighton Meester The acclaimed Apple TV+ period drama The Buccaneers returns for a third season, continuing its modern reimagining of Edith Wharton’s unfinished final novel. Following the lives of bold young American women who shook up the rigid world of 1870s London society, the new season finds the Buccaneers determined to take control of their destinies. Love, ambition and rebellion intertwine as they face new challenges and a mysterious Duke who threatens to upend the balance at Tintagel. Produced by The Forge Entertainment, the third season promises more romance, scandal and spirited defiance. Seasons one and two are now streaming on Apple TV+.

Pluribus (Season one) Cast: Rhea Seehorn, Karolina Wydra, Carlos Manuel Vesga, Miriam Shor, Samba Schutte From Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan, Pluribus is a new science fiction drama premiering globally on Apple TV+ on Nov 7. The nine-episode series stars Emmy Award nominee Rhea Seehorn as the most miserable person on Earth, who unexpectedly becomes humanity’s last hope in a world overtaken by enforced happiness. Blending dark humour and emotional depth, the series explores what it truly means to feel in a society obsessed with bliss. The first two episodes debut on launch day, followed by new episodes every Friday until Dec 26.