New Orleans native Big Freedia is set to release a new gospel album, marking an exciting return to the music scene. This announcement comes alongside the intriguing project “The Pickup,” an action comedy featuring a star-studded cast that includes Eddie Murphy, Pete Davidson, and Keke Palmer. The film centers on two armored truck drivers forced into a heist, with Palmer playing the role of a cunning criminal mastermind. The film will stream on Prime Video on Wednesday.
This week also brings a slew of notable streaming content to keep viewers entertained. The animated series “King of the Hill” makes its long-awaited return after a 15-year hiatus, while the highly popular “Wednesday” will release the first half of its second season on Netflix, released appropriately on a Wednesday. Additionally, the spinoff “NECAXA” from “Welcome to Wrexham,” featuring Eva Longoria, is set to premiere.
In the horror genre, filmmaker Osgood Perkins introduces “The Monkey,” streaming on Hulu this Thursday. The film, which is inspired by a Stephen King story, follows two twin brothers whose lives spiral into chaos when a demonic toy monkey brings terror to their world.
For those seeking more Pedro Pascal, he stars in “Freaky Tales,” an anthology action comedy hitting HBO Max on Friday, featuring interconnected stories set in Oakland during the summer of 1987. The film is described by its creators as “a movie lover’s movie” that melds reality with elements of fantasy.
These diverse streaming offerings highlight the entertainment industry’s resilience and creativity, providing audiences with an array of choices that cater to various tastes and preferences. As new artistic expressions emerge, there’s a hopeful outlook for continued engagement from viewers, signaling a rejuvenation in the world of entertainment.
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