April Watch Guide: 27 Best Movies and Shows Coming This Month
Pulse
Netflix is making it’s first attempt at tapping into the worldwide success of the medical drama genre with its new series Pulse.
Pulse premieres on Netflix April 3.
The Bondsman
Hub Halloran (Kevon Bacon) is back from the dead after being murdered for his work as a bounty hunter. Hub must use his second chance at life to fulfill the Devil’s wishes of sending demons back to Hell that have escaped.
The Bondsman premieres on Prime Video on April 3.
Dying For Sex
After being diagnosed with cancer, Molly (Michelle Williams) sets out on a journey of self discovery motivated by her lack of sexual experience. Determined to achieve everything she wants before she dies, Molly tests her limits.
Dying For Sex premieres on FX April 4.
A Minecraft Movie
Adapting one of the most popular video games of modern times, A Minecraft Movie explores the world that has captured the attention of so many.
A Minecraft Movie hits theaters on April 4.
Freaky Tales
A group of unexpected characters unite on a collision course in 1987 Oakland, California. Pedro Pascal, Angus Cloud, Jay Ellis, Tom Hanks, and Normani star.
Freaky Tales hits theaters on April 4.
Hell of a Summer
A slasher set at a summer camp is the recipe to one of the best horror comedy movies I could ask for. Featuring a young but star studded cast, this movie is also Finn Wolfhard’s directorial debut.
Hell of a Summer hits theaters on April 4.
A Nice Indian Boy
In this romantic comedy, two opposing cultures collide as an East Indian doctor (Karan Soni) brings home his white boyfriend (Jonathan Groff) to introduce him to the family.
A Nice Indian Boy hits theaters on April 4.
The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6
The sixth and final season of The Handmaid’s Tale is almost here! Premiering its final season on Hulu, the streamer also announced an upcoming adaptation of the story’s sequel that has already started table reads with the full cast.
The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6 premieres on Hulu April 8.
Black Mirror Season 7
One of Netflix’s most talked about series returns with its seventh season with even more guest stars and divisive plot lines.
Black Mirror Season 7 premieres on Netflix April 10.
G20
When the G20 summit is taken over by terrorists, President Sutton (Viola Davis) relies on her military training to defend her family, company, and country.
G20 premieres on Prime Video on April 10.
Warfare
Alex Garland returns in partnership with A24 for a new war film centered on an operation gone wrong. With a group of up and coming stars, it is hard to see how this won’t be a hit given the mass support Garland’s 2024 Civil War garnered.
Warfare hits theaters on April 11.
The Amateur
After his wife is kidnapped, government employee Charlie takes matters into his own hands despite his lack of qualifications.
The Amateur hits theaters on April 11.
The Uninvited
An elderly woman arrives at the doorstep of Rose’s home claiming that the house belongs to her. After inviting her in, the night spirals into chaos. Walton Goggins, Pedro Pascal, Elizabeth Reaser, Rufus Sewell, Lois Smith, and Eva De Dominici star.
The Uninvited hits theaters on April 11.
Drop
As if first dates weren’t scary enough, Drop introduced new fears in the form of airdrop messages that evolve into threats for a single mother. This SXSW 2025 selection had audiences on the edge of their seats during this thrill ride.
Drop hits theaters on April 11.
Your Friends and Neighbors
Your Friends and Neighbors premieres on Apple TV+ April 11.
The Last of Us Season 2
One of Max’s most successful and talked about series of all time is finally returning for its second season. While fans may know the general plot based on the video games, show runners might just surprise us with some twists and turns in this apocalyptic tale.
The Last of Us Season 2 premieres on Max April 13.
Hacks Season 4
Our favorite on screen comedy duo returns except instead of a Vegas residency or US tour, the two are bringing the jokes to late night with Deborah’s new show. Internet personality, Jake Shane, is also set to have a role in the new season.
Hacks Season 4 premieres on Max April 15.
Government Cheese
After being released from prison, Hampton Chambers expects to return to the life he left, only to find that in his absence, his family has changed their way of life.
Government Cheese premieres on Apple TV+ April 16.
The Narrow Road to the Deep North
An army surgeon, Dorrigo Evans, has a forbidden affair with his Uncle’s wife. After being deployed in WWII, his past comes back to haunt him as he spends his days in a Thai-Burmese prisoner of war camp.
The Narrow Road to the Deep North premieres on Prime Video on April 18.
Sinners
A pair of twin brothers return to their hometown to restart their lives, only to discover that their home is not what it used to be. Hailee Steinfeld and Michael B. Jordan star in this highly anticipated film.
Sinners hits theaters on April 18.
The Wedding Banquet
In an attempt to gain citizenship, a gay man proposes to a female friend in exchange for paying for her IVF. Things quickly get out of hand when his grandmother surprises the two with an extravagant Korean wedding celebration.
The Wedding Banquet hits theaters on April 18.
You Season 5
Joe’s story is almost coming to a close as Netflix standout You approaches the release of its final season. Will he escape punishment for the things he has done? Or fall victim to his violent past?
You Season 5 premieres on Netflix April 24.
Etoile
The creators and writers from Gilmore Girls and Bunheads return for another dance centric drama in the cut throat world of ballet.
Etoile premieres on Prime Video on April 24.
The Accountant 2
Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal team up for a sequel to the 2016 film, but taking a more buddy comedy approach than full throttle action.
The Accountant 2 hits theaters on April 25.
The Legend of Ochi
A young girl is sheltered after being fed myths about the dangerous forest creature known as ochi. After encountering a baby ochi, she embarks on an adventure to reunite the creature with its family while learning more about them and their way of life.
The Legend of Ochi hits theaters on April 25.
Until Dawn
Based on the video game, Until Dawn follows Clover and her friends as they head to a remote area in search of answers regarding her sister’s disappearance. A masked killer suddenly starts murdering them one by one but after each night they wake up again forcing them to relive different versions of the same terror over and over again.
Until Dawn hits theaters on April 25.
On Swift Horses
Daisy Edgar Jones, Jacob Elordi, and Will Poulter team up for this 1950s period piece adapted from a book of the same name. As these characters embark on their own individual journeys of self discovery, they must face who they really are and how their identities align with societal expectations.
On Swift Horses hits theaters on April 25.
