Whether it’s fantastic films or super shows, there’s a whole lot to love arriving on Netflix, Virgin TV 999, this season. The only question is where to start – and you might just find a few clues below!
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A true labour of love for legendary director David Fincher – it’s based on a screenplay his father wrote some 30 years ago – telling the story of writer Herman J. Mankiewicz and his battle with Orson Welles while making Citizen Kane, this black-and-white beauty has had the movie industry buzzing for months. As you’d expect from a Fincher film, it’s dripping in style and smarts, with an all-star cast that’s really worth writing home about...
Season 1 available from December 25th
How’s this for a Christmas gift?! The first fruits of Netflix’s deal with legendary producer Shonda Rhimes, this one turns the clock back to life in London during the Regency – but don’t think that means it’s going to be any less chock-full of romance, drama and everything else you’ve come to expect! It’s also narrated by Julie Andrews; who could ever resist a story delivered in her dulcet tones?!
Available from December 23rd
Suitably landing right around the longest night of the year, this post-apocalyptic film is directed by and starring George Clooney – though with the size of that beard it might take a minute to recognise him! Telling the story of a scientist trapped alone in the Arctic wilderness, and a group of astronauts returning to a world transformed, it’s a deep and delicately crafted slice of sci-fi goodness...
Season 3 available from January 8th
Bringing 80s staple The Karate Kid crane-kicking and screaming into the 21st century, this is one show that’s a guaranteed knockout – whether you’re basking in nostalgia or experiencing it all for the first time! From retro gags and cracking callbacks to some altogether impressive action on the mat, it’s the type of fabulous fun that’s perfect for lighting up a cold January evening!
Available from January
A deliciously dark teen drama that mixes the supernatural and school – sound familiar?! Well, it might even look familiar too, as the majority of the show was filmed in Ireland! Based on the noughties cartoon series (although decidedly more grown up), the magical boarding school Alfea College is the setting for a show that’s got fierce fairy warriors, shedloads of drama, and a whip-sharp wit to boot!
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