Why The Recruit should be your next box set

A charming, energetic turn from Noah Centineo makes this CIA thriller a fun – and funny – watch.Read More

Gladiator II: Entertaining, ridiculous blockbusting

Paul Mescal is a brooding force to be reckoned with in Ridley Scott’s entertaining, ridiculous Roman blockbuster.Read More

Dahomey: Playful and profound

This playful, profound hybrid documentary is a fascinating and thoughtful exploration of art and repatriation.Read More

Wicked: A soaring spectacle

Packed with spectacle and heart, this bombastic adaptation of the hit stage musical is a soaring success.Read More

The 25 best films on Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has gradually built up one of the most consistently brilliant libraries of TV shows on any streaming platform. At the same time, though, it’s also invested steadily in movies, following the same strategy of star-led vehicles but with … Read More

The 40 best TV shows on Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has won over fans with such hits as Ted Lasso and Slow Horses, but the tech giant’s subscription service has built up a deceptively impressive streaming library of originals that belies its small size.

From feel-good comedies … Read More

Why The Penguin should be your next box set

Colin Farrell is impeccable in this gritty, thrilling, moving gangster drama that just happens to be set in The Batman’s Gotham.Read More

Why you should be watching BBC One’s The Traitors

The Mole meets Wink Murder in this compulsively entertaining reality TV contest.Read More

Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking review: A magical family treat

This glossy and creative baking competition is a magical treat for the whole family.Read More

Carry-On: A cracking Christmas thriller

This tense game of airport cat-and-mouse is a cracking Christmas thriller.Read More