Best films and series on sport to watch during the Olympics

Best films and series on sport to watch during the Olympics

 

 

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Films and Series about Sports to Watch During the Olympics

The Olympics are the perfect occasion to celebrate the spirit of sports through cinema and television.

Here is a selection of must-watch films and series to dive into various sports disciplines while immersing yourself in inspiring and captivating stories.

 

Films and Series about the Olympics

Munich (2005)

• Genre: Drama/Thriller
• Synopsis: Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film dramatizes the tragic events of the 1972 Munich Olympics, where Palestinian terrorists took Israeli team members hostage and killed them. The film also focuses on the Israeli government’s retaliation mission.
• Platform: MyCanal

I, Tonya (2017)

• Genre: Biopic/Drama
• Synopsis: Although centered on the life of figure skater Tonya Harding, the film also addresses the 1994 Winter Olympics and the scandal surrounding the attack on Nancy Kerrigan.
• Platform: MyCanal

 

Films and Series about Boxing

Raging Bull (1980)

• Director: Martin Scorsese
• Cast: Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, Joe Pesci
• Synopsis: This biographical film retraces the tumultuous life of boxer Jake LaMotta, who battles his inner demons and professional career. Robert De Niro delivers a masterful performance.
• Platform: MyCanal

Rocky (1976)

• Genre: Drama/Sport
• Synopsis: This classic film tells the story of Rocky Balboa, an amateur boxer from Philadelphia who gets an unexpected opportunity to fight the heavyweight world champion, Apollo Creed. The film explores themes of perseverance, self-improvement, and the American Dream.
• Platform: Prime Video

Million Dollar Baby (2004)

• Genre: Drama/Sport
• Synopsis: Directed by Clint Eastwood, this film stars Hilary Swank as Maggie Fitzgerald, a waitress determined to become a professional boxer. With the help of a reluctant trainer (Eastwood), she overcomes numerous obstacles to achieve her goals.
• Platform: Arte.tv

Ali (2001)

• Genre: Biopic/Drama
• Synopsis: This biographical film follows the life of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, portrayed by Will Smith. It explores his triumphs, controversies, and lasting impact on sport and society.
• Platform: MyCanal

 

Films and Series about Swimming

Le Grand Bain (2018)

• Director: Gilles Lellouche
• Cast: Mathieu Amalric, Guillaume Canet, Benoît Poelvoorde
• Synopsis: A French dramedy that follows a group of men forming a synchronized swimming team, proving that sports can be a path to redemption.
• Platform: MyCanal

The Swimmers (2022)

• Director: Sally El Hosaini
• Cast: Nathalie Issa, Manal Issa, Matthias Schweighöfer
• Synopsis: Based on a true story, this film follows two Syrian sisters, swimming champions, who flee war and seek to compete in the Olympics.
• Platform: Netflix

Insubmersible (2023)

• Directors: Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
• Synopsis: American swimmer Diana Nyad, at 64, with the help of her best friend and a dedicated crew of 35 supporters, defies the odds to become the first person to complete the 161 km journey from Cuba to Florida, facing venomous jellyfish and shark-infested waters.
• Platform: Netflix

Face à la mer : l’histoire de Trudy Ederle (2024)

• Director: Joachim Rønning
• Synopsis: This biographical film tells the story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim across the English Channel in 1926. Her feat inspired generations of swimmers and marked the history of swimming.
• Platform: Disney+

 

Films and Series about Climbing

Free Solo (2018)

• Directors: Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin
• Synopsis: A gripping documentary about Alex Honnold’s rope-free climb of El Capitan, capturing the challenges and triumphs of this incredible feat.
• Platform: Disney+

Films and Series about American Football

The Blind Side (2009)

• Director: John Lee Hancock
• Cast: Sandra Bullock, Quinton Aaron, Tim McGraw
• Synopsis: Based on a true story, this film tells how a woman takes in a homeless young man and helps him become a football star.
• Platform: Prime Video

 

Films and Series about Rugby

Invictus (2009)

• Director: Clint Eastwood
• Cast: Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon
• Synopsis: This film follows the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela and the South African rugby team, the Springboks, during the 1995 Rugby World Cup.
• Platform: HBO Max/MyCanal

 

Films and Series about Formula 1

Rush (2013)

• Director: Ron Howard
• Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Brühl, Olivia Wilde
• Synopsis: This dramatic film traces the rivalry between Formula 1 drivers James Hunt and Niki Lauda in the 70s, offering an intense dive into the world of auto racing.
• Platform: MyCanal

 

Films and Series about Tennis

Borg vs McEnroe (2017)

• Director: Janus Metz
• Cast: Sverrir Gudnason, Shia LaBeouf, Stellan Skarsgård
• Synopsis: This dramatic film recounts the famous rivalry between tennis players Björn Borg and John McEnroe during the 1980 Wimbledon tournament.
• Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Battle of the Sexes (2017)

• Directors: Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris
• Cast: Emma Stone, Steve Carell, Andrea Riseborough
• Synopsis: This dramatic film retraces the historic 1973 tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs and the impact of this event on the fight for gender equality.
• Platform: Hulu/Disney+

Challengers (2024)

• Director: Luca Guadagnino
• Cast: Zendaya, Mike Faist, Josh O’Connor
• Synopsis: A complicated love triangle develops between a former tennis prodigy turned coach, her husband, and an ex-best friend. The film explores the dynamics of competition and desire.
• Platform: Prime Video, Apple TV+

King Richard (2021)

• Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green
• Cast: Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney
• Synopsis: This film tells the story of Richard Williams, the father of famous tennis players Serena and Venus Williams, and his pivotal role in their success.
• Platform: HBO Max/Prime Video

 

Films and Series about Soccer

Bend It Like Beckham (2002)

• Director: Gurinder Chadha
• Cast: Parminder Nagra, Keira Knightley, Jonathan Rhys Meyers
• Synopsis: This dramedy follows a young Indian girl who dreams of playing soccer professionally despite her traditional family’s objections.
• Platform: Disney+/Prime Video

Ted Lasso (2020 – present)

• Creators: Bill Lawrence, Jason Sudeikis, Joe Kelly, Brendan Hunt
• Cast: Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein
• Synopsis: Ted Lasso, a second-division American football coach, is recruited to coach an English soccer team despite having no experience in the sport.
• Platform: Apple TV+

Victory (1981)

• Director: John Huston
• Cast: Michael Caine, Sylvester Stallone, Pelé
• Synopsis: During World War II, prisoners of war play a soccer match against a German team as part of an escape plan.
• Platform: Amazon Prime Video

 

Films and Series about Surfing

The Endless Summer (1966)

• Genre: Documentary
• Synopsis: This documentary follows two surfers, Mike Hynson and Robert August, in their quest for the perfect wave. They travel around the world discovering iconic surf spots.

Point Break (1991)

• Genre: Action/Thriller
• Synopsis: Johnny Utah, a young FBI agent, infiltrates a group of surfers who might be involved in a series of bank robberies. The film is famous for its surfing and skydiving scenes.

Soul Surfer (2011)

• Genre: Drama/Biopic
• Synopsis: Based on the true story of Bethany Hamilton, a young surfer who loses her arm in a shark attack and struggles to return to top-level surfing competition.

Riding Giants (2004)

• Genre: Documentary
• Synopsis: This documentary explores the history of surfing, focusing on big-wave surfers who pushed the limits of the sport.

North Shore (1987)

• Genre: Drama/Sport
• Synopsis: A young surfer from Arizona wins a pool surfing contest and decides to challenge the best surfers in Hawaii. The film captures the challenges and learning needed to become a professional surfer.

 

Films and Series about Gymnastics

Rising Simone Biles (2024)

• Director: Katie Walsh
• Synopsis: A documentary about the life and career of Simone Biles, one of the greatest gymnasts of all time.
• Platform: Netflix

 

Films and Series about Athletics

Race (2016)

• Director: Stephen Hopkins
• Cast: Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Jeremy Irons
• Synopsis: This biopic follows the story of Jesse Owens, an African-American athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
• Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Chariots of Fire (1981)

• Genre: Drama/Biopic
• Synopsis: This film tells the true story of two British athletes, Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams, competing in the 1924 Paris Olympics. The film explores their training, personal challenges, and triumphs.
• Platform: Disney+/Prime Video

 

 

Films and Series about Aerobics

Physical (2021 – present)

• Creators: Annie Weisman
• Cast: Rose Byrne, Rory Scovel, Dierdre Friel
• Synopsis: A series about a housewife in the 80s who discovers the world of aerobics, changing her life.
• Platform: Apple TV+

 

Films and Series about Baseball

The Natural (1984)

• Director: Barry Levinson
• Cast: Robert Redford, Robert Duvall, Glenn Close
• Synopsis: A talented baseball player returns to the game after years away and must overcome numerous obstacles.
• Platform: Amazon Prime Video

 

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Movies Releases as of July 24th

 

 

Discover the latest cinema releases on July 24th, 2024! At Movieintheair.com, we keep you updated on the must-watch films. Here’s a preview of the movies showing today:

 

Deadpool & Wolverine by Shawn Levy

• Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Emma Corrin
• Synopsis: The introduction of the X-Force team into the Marvel/Fox universe promises explosive confrontations and sharp dialogues as Deadpool and Wolverine join forces to face new enemies and unprecedented challenges.

Mon parfait inconnu by Johanna Pyykkö

• Starring: Camilla Godø Krohn, Radoslav Vladimirov, Maya Amina Moustache Thuv
• Original Title: Min fantastiske fremmede
• Synopsis: Ebba, an 18-year-old lonely young woman, works at the Oslo port. One evening, she discovers a handsome man with a head injury. Realizing he has amnesia, she convinces him that they are lovers and constructs a world based on lies. However, as their relationship evolves, Ebba must confront the truth and the consequences of her actions.

Belle Enfant by Jim

• Starring: Marine Bohin, Baptiste Lecaplain, Marisa Berenson
• Synopsis: Émily, an imaginative young woman struggling to grow up, has long been estranged from her dysfunctional family. When she learns of her mother’s suicide attempt, Émily decides to join her sisters in Italy. Reconnecting with her family, she rediscovers forgotten bonds and finds the strength to confront her past and finally mature.

Monolith by Matthew Vesely

• Starring: Lily Sullivan, Ling Cooper Tang, Ansuya Nathan
• Synopsis: A disgraced journalist attempts to save her career by turning to investigative podcasting. As she tries to shed light on a mysterious artifact that could be linked to a conspiracy, she begins to uncover the lies at the heart of her own story. The mystery deepens as she gets closer to the truth, putting her life in danger.

 

The Immortals: The Beyond in the Pharaohs’ World by Michele Mally

• Starring: Jeremy Irons
• Original Title: The Immortals: The Wonder of the Museo Egizio
• Synopsis: Actor Jeremy Irons invites you on a journey to the beyond in the land of the pharaohs. Discover the funerary rites and ancient myths of ancient Egypt alongside the gods Anubis, Isis, Osiris, Maat, and Horus. Mummies, amulets, and other millennia-old treasures, brought to us through expeditions and meticulous archaeological excavations, reveal the beliefs and practices of one of history’s most fascinating civilizations.

Gondola by Veit Helmer

• Starring: Mathilde Irrmann, Nino Soselia, Niara Chichinadze
• Synopsis: In the mountains of Georgia, a cable car connects a village to a small town in the valley. Two young women, Iva and Nino, work there, and their cabins cross paths once every half hour, bringing moments of joy and celebration each time. Gradually, their camaraderie transforms into a beautiful love story, despite the challenges of mountain life and the expectations of their community.

 

 

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FILMS & SERIES PROGRAM ON TV AS OF JULY 24TH

 

 

Mercredi 24 Juillet 2024 / Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Arte : Borg / Mc Enroe

 

Jeudi 25 Juillet 2024 / Thursday, July 25, 2024

Canal + : Pachinko (foncez !!! )

Arte : The Durrells

 

Vendredi 26 Juillet 2024 / Friday, July 26, 2024

Arte : Meurtres à Sandham 4

Canal+ : The Creator

France 2 : Les J.O

 

Samedi 27 Juillet 2024 / Saturday, July 27, 2024

Canal + : No way up

France 4 : Before midnight

 

Dimanche 28 Juillet 2024 / Sunday, July 28, 2024

Arte : Tina

W9 : Borsalino

France 4 : Un chapeau de paille en Italie

TF1 series : Mamma mia here we go again!

6Ter : Minuscule 2

 

Lundi 29 Juillet 2024 / Monday, July 29, 2024

Canal + : The Responder

Arte : La chambre du fils

C8 : L’armée des ombres

 

Mardi 30 Juillet 2024 / Tuesday July 30, 2024

Arte : La guerre des espions

Canal + : Le petit blond de la Casbah

 

Mercredi 31 Juillet 2024 / Wednesday, July 31, 2024

6Ter : Quatre mariages et un enterrement

 

 

 ARTE ‘  PROGRAM AS OF JULY 24th

 

Films

Am I Beautiful? Doris Dörrie

Between Munich and Seville, the destinies of sixteen characters intertwine and intersect, miss each other, or collide head-on. All are, without knowing it, at a pivotal moment in their lives… A touching tragicomic ensemble piece by Doris Dörrie.

 

God and the Camel by Stefan Sarazin and Peter Keller

An Orthodox Jew from Brooklyn, on his way to celebrate Passover in Alexandria, Egypt, and a Bedouin searching for his camel are forced to cross the desert on foot and unite to survive… Finely written, this comedy takes the form of a road movie with invigorating humor.

DOCS

My Name is Chance – A Voice Against Femicide

The vibrant portrait of Mutlu Kaya, a young Kurdish singer from Turkey who became disabled after an assassination attempt, publicly engaged with her family in the fight against violence against women.

Series

Shtisel are back on rte.tv on July 19th. Listen to the podcast here!

 

 

Dicte : my favorite series at the moment!

Directed by: Kasper Barfoed

Authors: Elsebeth Egholm, Dorte Warnøe Høgh, Ida Maria Ryden

Tough and resilient, journalist Dicte Svendsen navigates between chasing scoops and personal struggles.

The impressive role of a strong-minded woman constantly on the edge, performed with rare intensity by Danish actress Iben Hjejle.

 

 

Samuel is 10 years old. He keeps a journal, and he has a problem: Basile told the older Julie that Samuel liked her. It’s not true; he couldn’t care less about Julie. It’s just that she laughed at one of his jokes, and he found that nice of her. Well, actually, Samuel does like Julie, but nobody must know. An animated series created by Emilie Tronche about childhood in the 2000s.

 

Your program as of  July 24th on Netflix

 

 

SERIES

Israeli & films series

 

The Perfect couple, Susanne Bier, on September 5: we are looking forward to it!

The perfect life has the most to hide. Amelia Sacks is about to marry into one of the wealthiest families on Nantucket. Her disapproving future mother-in-law, famous novelist Greer Garrison Winbury, has spared no expense in planning what promises to be the premiere wedding of the season – until a body turns up on the beach. As secrets come to light, the stage is set for a real-life investigation that feels plucked from the pages of one of Greer’s novels. Suddenly, everyone is a suspect.

Starring Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Eve Hewson, Dakota Fanning, and Meghann Fahy. Directed by Susanne Bier.

 

A body that works created by Shay Capon, Shira Hadad, Dror Mishani: a moving and funny series.

“A Body That Works” is an Israeli drama series that explores the challenges and complex relationships surrounding surrogacy. After a series of miscarriages, married couple Elie (Rotem Sela) and Ido (Yehuda Levi) decide to turn to a surrogate mother, Chen (Gal Malka).

The series examines the emotional and ethical dynamics of this decision, as well as the impacts on the lives of all involved.

Starring Rotem Sela as Elie Avrahami, Yehuda Levi as Ido Avrahami, Gal Malka as Chen Ben-Atar, and Lior Raz as Tomer.

 

 

Rising SIMONE BILES, by Katie Walsh: a must-see before the Olympics!

 

 

Your program as of ​July 24th on Prime Video

 

SERIES

Don’t miss “Those About to Die”!

This new epic series directed by Roland Emmerich takes us into the era of gladiators in ancient Rome. Featuring an outstanding cast including Anthony Hopkins and Iwan Rheon, this series promises breathtaking action scenes and total historical immersion.

 

 

Jackpot! is directed by Paul Feig and written by Rob Yescombe. Jackpot! arrives August 15.

You can’t win if you don’t play.

Starring Awkwafina, John Cena 

In the near future, a ‘Grand Lottery’ has been newly established in California – the catch: kill the winner before sundown to legally claim their multi-billion dollar jackpot. When Katie Kim (Awkwafina) moves to Los Angeles, she mistakenly finds herself with the winning ticket.

Desperate to survive the hordes of jackpot hunters, she reluctantly joins forces with amateur lottery protection agent Noel Cassidy (John Cena) who will do everything in his power to get her to sundown in exchange for a piece of her prize.

However, Noel must face off with his slick rival Louis Lewis (Simu Liu), who also seeks to collect Katie’s commission at all costs.

 

HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, season 2, now

On Prime Vidéo et Max on June 16th –  « War is coming »

Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war between the Green Team and the Black Team, two rival factions vying for the legitimacy of their respective rulers on the Iron Throne, King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra.

 

My Lady Jane, Gemma Burgess, Jamie Babbit, now

The sad fate of Lady Jane Grey, who was beheaded in 1553, nine days after ascending to the throne of England.

Here, the ending is more cheerful as the monarch (played by the mischievous Emily Bader) meets a different fate: managing to save her life, she finds herself at the heart of a tale mixing action, fantasy, and romance, alongside King Edward (Jordan Peters) and her husband Guildford (Edward Bluemel).

 

FILMS

I am Celine Dion, Irene Taylor, now.

 

 

“The idea of you”, by Michael Showalter, now. Adapted from Robinne Lee’ novel.

 

Your program as of July 24th on Canal+

 

FILMS

The Outrun, Based on Amy Liptrot’s best-selling memoir and directed by Nora Fingscheidt. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Paapa Essiedu

SERIES

 

Spinners, by Joachim Landau and Benjamin Hoffman, now

In the townships of Cape Town, Ethan, a young man without a mother or father, works as a driver for the boss of a local gang to support his younger brother. However, he has no desire to pursue a career as a criminal. By chance, he encounters a “spinner.” It’s love at first sight for this extreme “sport,” which originated in Soweto in the 1980s as a funeral ritual.

In this new community, he falls in love with one of the rising female stars of the discipline, forms new friendships, and discovers an extraordinary talent as a driver through the competitions.

 

 

The Long shadow, Lewis Arnold, with Toby Jones, David Morrissey, Daniel Mays (read the review on May 28th)

 

Your  program as of July 24th on Apple TV & Canal+

SERIES

Time Bandits, streaming on July 24th: a comedy series

 

Sunny, streaming now: a moving and thrilling series.

The first two episodes will be followed by a new episode every Wednesday until September 4, 2024. Created by Katie Robbins (The Affair) and directed by Lucy Tcherniak (Station Eleven, The End of the F***ing World).

The series Sunny is an adaptation of the novel Dark Manual by Colin O’Sullivan, an Irish author based in Japan.

“Sunny” is a darkly comedic mystery series starring Rashida Jones as Suzie, an American living in Kyoto, Japan. Her life is upended when her husband and son disappear in a mysterious plane crash.

As consolation, she receives Sunny, a new-generation domestic robot made by her husband’s electronics company.

Although initially reluctant to let Sunny fill the void left by her family, Suzie eventually develops an unexpected friendship with the robot.

Together, they uncover the dark truth behind her family’s disappearance and become dangerously enmeshed in a world Suzie never knew existed.

And joining Rashida Jones are Hidetoshi Nishijima (Drive My Car), Joanna Sotomura (Barry), and Jun Kunimura (Jukaï: The Forest of the Suicides).

 

Lady in the Lake, Alma Har’el, streaming now.

Lady in the lake is an American crime drama miniseries adapted from Laura Lippman’s bestselling novel “Lady in the Lake,” the series is set in 1960s Baltimore and tackles themes of racism, sexism, and class struggles.

Synopsis

The story begins with the disappearance of a little girl, shaking the city of Baltimore. Maddie Schwartz, a housewife looking to reinvent herself as an investigative journalist, becomes obsessed with another less-publicized crime: the unresolved murder of a young African-American woman, Cleo Sherwood, found dead in a lake. As Maddie delves into the case, the lives of these two women intersect, putting their loved ones at risk​.

Cast : Natalie Portman , Moses Ingram, Mikey Madison.

Direction and Production

The series is directed by Alma Har’el, known for her unique visual storytelling and compelling narratives.

The screenplay is written by Nambi E. Kelley and Boaz Yakin, with Natalie Portman also serving as an executive producer, adding a personal touch to her role​.

 

 

The Arctic Convoy,  streaming now, directed by Henrik Martin Dahlsbakken.

The series tells the harrowing story of Norwegian cargo ships that supplied the Russian army during World War II, navigating through treacherous, enemy-infested Arctic waters​.

Synopsis

The series is set in 1941 and follows a convoy of 35 civilian merchant ships carrying vital military supplies from Iceland to the Soviet Union. These convoys had to brave brutal Arctic conditions and relentless German air and naval attacks. The story focuses on one particular convoy journey, highlighting the courage and resilience of the sailors as they face insurmountable odds​.

Cast

• Tobias Santelmann as Captain Skar
• Anders Baasmo as First Mate Mørk
• Adam Lundgren
• Heidi Ruud Ellingsen
• Preben Hodneland

Production and Direction

Henrik Martin Dahlsbakken directs the series, with a screenplay written by Christian Siebenherz, Harald Rosenløw Eeg, and Lars Gudmestad. The film features cinematography by Oskar Dahlsbakken and editing by Elise Solberg, Kalle Doniselli Gulbrandsen, and Christian Siebenherz.

 

LAS AZULES, STARTING JULY 31

A mini-series inspired by a true story. This eagerly awaited new television program tells the story of four women in the 1970s, ready to challenge the ultra-conservative norms of the time by joining Mexico’s first female police force.

 

 

A Gentleman in Moscow, by Ben Vanstone, now.

Adapted from the novel by Amor Towles, starring Ewan McGregor

A Russian aristocrat is spared from execution and placed under house arrest for decades in a cramped attic room of a hotel, as the Bolshevik revolution unfolds before him.

 

 

 

Presumed Innocent, David E. Kelley and executive producer J.J. Abram, now

Adapted from the story by Scott Turow, starring Jake Gyllenhaal

 

“Palm Royale”,  created by Tate Taylor and developed by Abe Sylvia, now.

It is an adaptation of the novel “Mr. & Mrs. American Pie” by American author Juliet McDaniel, published in 2018.

A woman works towards attaining a place in Palm Beach high society, in the process learning what she will and won’t do to achieve this.

FILMS

WOLFS

George Clooney and Brad Pitt reunite for the action comedy WOLFS. Clooney plays a professional fixer hired to cover up a high profile crime.

But when a second fixer (Pitt) shows up and the two “lone wolves” are forced to work together, they find their night spiraling out of control in ways that neither one of them expected.

 

 

Your program as of July 24th on Disney Plus

 

 FILMS

 

“Young woman and the sea”: a great movie, not to be missed!

Dive into the inspiring story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim across the English Channel.

Directed by Joachim Rønning and starring Daisy Ridley, this captivating biopic takes you through the challenges and triumphs of this swimming pioneer. Now available.

 

“The Beach Boys”, directed by Frank Marshall and Thom Zimny and written by Mark Monroe.

 

 

SERIES

 

 

“The Greatest Hits”, streaming now, a feel-good movie!

When Harriet discovers she can travel back in time by listening to certain songs, she takes the opportunity to relive beautiful memories with her ex-boyfriend. But as she reminisces about the good times, a budding romance in the present competes with her memories.

She begins to wonder if she would change the past if she could. This romantic comedy offers a fresh take on time travel and is sure to leave no one indifferent.

 

“Shogun” by Justin Mark, Rachel Kondo, streaming now.

The novel had already been adapted into a mini-series broadcast in 1980, starring Toshirō Mifune and Richard Chamberlain.

Two ambitious men, coming from different worlds, will cross paths with a mysterious samurai.

John Blackthorne, a daring English sailor, shipwrecks in Japan, a country whose culture he knows nothing about. On the other hand, Lord Toranaga is a cunning and powerful daimyo.

However, he is in conflict with his own dangerous political rivals. As for Lady Mariko, she is a woman with invaluable skills but with dishonorable family ties, who must prove her worth and allegiance.

 

THE BEAR S3, Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach: Yes, go for it!