Streaming Options: "Poker Face" starring Blake Shelton, the espionage series "Black Bag", and the appearance of Vince Vaughn
Explore a fresh wave of entertainment hitting your screens, games, and speakers! Here are some must-see, play, and listen picks curated by The Associated Press' entertainment experts.
Steven Soderbergh's taut spy thriller "Black Bag" (now streaming on Peacock) headlines the list. Starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett as British intelligence agents with a mole to track down, "Black Bag" offers a chilling blend of suspense and humor, much like a super-spy version of Nick and Nora from "The Thin Man" or a more thoughtful "Mr. & Mrs. Smith."
Vince Vaughn takes center stage in "Nonnas" (Netflix, May 9), playing Joe, an MTA worker who honors his mother by opening a traditional Italian restaurant populated entirely by grandmothers – Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, Susan Sarandon, and Brenda Vaccaro.
"Antidote," a documentary on PBS' "Frontline," introduces Bulgarian investigative journalist Christo Grozev and Evgenia Kara-Murza, wife of activist Vladimir Kara-Murza. The film premieres May 6 on PBS, PBS.org, and the PBS app, delving into the lives of opponents to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
escape the post-season blues with "Coastal Thrillers," a new series on the Criterion Channel that gathers thrilling tales set in seaside locales. Titles include "Key Largo" (1948), "The Breaking Point" (1950), and "The Ghost Writer" (2010).
After a four-year hiatus, country star Blake Shelton returns with the album "For Recreational Use Only." Classic Shelton tunes with collaborations from John Anderson, Craig Morgan, and wife Gwen Stefani make up this rocking new tome.
The Sinaloan norteño banda Grupo Firme is unveiling "EVOLUCIÓN," their first new album in three years on May 8. The band, credited for the rise of regional Mexican music, continues to captivate listeners with their contagious beats.
The Judd Family's trials and tribulations take center stage in "The Judd Family: Truth Be Told," a new Lifetime documentary series premiering May 10. Stream the following day.
In "Safe House," ex-cop Christopher Eccleston and Marsha Thomason find themselves in danger when they shelter a family in their guesthouse. Tune in to this nail-biting thriller on Acorn TV, available all month long as part of their Murder Mystery May event.
Natasha Lyonne is back as the eternal liar-detector in the second season of "Poker Face," returning to Peacock on May 8. Boasting a star-studded cast that includes Cynthia Erivo, John Mulaney, Katie Holmes, and John Cho, this season promises to up the ante with deception, mystery, and intrigue.
For those craving Romeo and Juliet meets "Gossip Girl," look no further than Netflix's adaptation of Judy Blume's "Forever," premiering May 8. The series features a predominantly Black cast and follows a love story unfolding in Los Angeles.
Friend or foe? The answer is anything but clear in "Revenge of the Savage Planet," a sci-fi shooter set to launch May 8 on PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, and PC. Stranded alone on a faraway rock, you'll navigate treacherous terrain, overcome challenging obstacles, and protect yourself from the planet's ruthless wildlife while taking down your former employer, Vyper Industries. If cooperative gameplay is more your style, join forces with a friend online or in person!
Join Potboy, a lantern-headed kid, on a haunting journey in "The Midnight Walk," the debut title from Swedish studio MoonHood. A blend of eerie stop-motion animation and a spooky atmosphere, "The Midnight Walk" begins on May 8, making this the ideal time to embark on your spooky adventure.
- The Associated Press' entertainment experts have included 'Black Bag', a spy thriller featuring AI-like tech in its must-see picks, now available for streaming on Peacock.
- Upon its release on May 9, 'Nonnas' promises to be an entertaining movie with Cate Branchett and Lorraine Bracco, portraying grandmothers in a traditional Italian restaurant, on Netflix.
- 'Antidote', a documentary on PBS, delves into the world of Bulgarian investigative journalism and features Christo Grozev, a prominent figure in the fight against Russian crime.
