Weekend Watchlist: What To Watch, Why To Watch

Looking for a series to binge on the weekend? Maybe a movie outing by yourself or with some friends? Perhaps you want to add a show or anime to your backlog? Or maybe you just want to see what's the flavour of the week? This weekend watchlist has got you covered.

Following is a list of nine shows and movies that are definitely worth checking out:

1) The Fall Guy (in Theatres)

Calling all fans of action-comedy films like Bullet Train and John Wick! David Leitch, the director and producer behind those hits, brings you another fun-filled ride with The Fall Guy. Ryan Gosling stars as Colt Seavers, a down-on-his-luck stuntman who gets tangled up in conspiracies and workplace drama. This lighthearted adventure is a great addition to Gosling's filmography. The movie was released on May 3 and is available in theatres. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

2) Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (In Theatres)

This movie is a treat for both fans of the original ghostbusters and those that are just getting into the films. Watch as the original ghostbusters squad (starring original actors like Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Ernie Hudson) team up with the modern ghostbusters squad (featuring actors such as Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon and Finn Wolfhard) as they save the city from freezing over. The movie was released on April 26 and is available in theatres. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

3) Secrets of the Neanderthals (Netflix)

For those who want to stay at home and watch something educational instead of a movie, this documentary voiced by Sir Patrick Stewart is sure to catch your attention. Neanderthals are usually portrayed as dumber, bigger versions of humans, but watch as the documentary expands on the once lost remnants of their culture and creativity. The documentary was released on May 2 and is available on Netflix. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

4) Ripley (Netflix)

Based on the 1999 film "The Talented Mr. Riply", this series manage to capture the noir thriller feeling of old, mid-90s movies beautifully. Follow protagonist con-man Tom Ripley (played by Andrew Scott) as he gets pulled into a life of wealth, luxury and deceit. The series was released on April 4 and is available on Netflix. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

5) The Idea Of You (Amazon Prime)

For the lovebirds or people just looking for an engaging romcom, this one might be for you. Based on the book of the same name by Robinne Lee, watch as Solène, a 40-year old single mom (played by Anne Hathway) and Hayes, a 24-year old lead singer for a boy band (played by Nicholas Galitzine) kindle a unique sort of love. The film was released on May 2 and is available on Amazon Prime. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

6) T - P Bon (Netflix)

If you've ever watched Doraemon or Ninja Hattori as a kid, the nostalgia from this show will hit you like a truck. Studio Bones (The same people behind the animation of My Hero Academia, Mob Psycho 100 and Fullmetal Alchemist) brings Time Patrol Bon, an old manga series from the 1980s, into the modern anime world. All in celebration of the 90th anniversary of the mangaka duo Fujiko Fujio. The series was released on May 2 and is available on Netflix. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

7) The Grimm Variations (Netflix)

What if the plot of fairy tales were twisted? What if, instead of the happy Disney versions, the fairy tales went in a much more grim direction? Watch as Studio Wit (Who worked on animes like Attack on Titan, Spy x Family and Vinland Saga) tell stories as dark and disturbing as the original fairy tales. The series was released on April 17 and is available on Netflix. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

8) Frankly Speaking (Netflix)

If you were a fan of Jim Carrey's 1997 film 'Liar Liar' and Korean Dramas, then this K-Drama might be for you. Watch as announcer Song Ki-baek's career (played by Go Kyung-pyo) goes down the drain as he loses his ability to lie, only for On Woo-ju (played by Kang Han-na) to use his unique quirk for T.V. entertainment. The series was released on May 1 and is available on Netflix. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.

9) Fallout (Amazon Prime)

From the famous video games series made by big shots like Bethesda, Obsidian and Interplay Entertainment, comes a live-action series set to expand upon the world of Fallout. Whether you've spent 100s of hours playing the video games, or have heard the name of the games in passing, this post-apocalyptic wasteland will have many surprises for you. The series was released on April 11 and is available on Netflix. You can learn more by watching the trailer here.