Netflix UK
Reviews and recommendations of what’s good and new on Netflix UK – and what to avoid.
Why you should be watching Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
May 8, 2023 | David FarnorThis smart, sweet, steamy Bridgerton spin-off is a winning romp in its own right.Read More
The 90s on Netflix: The Net (1995)
May 6, 2023 | Mark HarrisonSandra Bullock’s charismatic leading role elevates this cyberthriller about a woman whose identity is erased.Read More
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish review: A surprising delight
April 10, 2023 | David FarnorThis self-aware, stunningly animated sequel is a surprising delight.Read More
True Crime Tuesdays: Waco: American Apocalypse
April 4, 2023 | Helen ArcherThis summary of the 1993 siege of the Branch Davidian’s Mount Carmel compound is lacking any kind of nuance.Read More
Murder Mystery 2 review: A fun, forgettable romp
April 2, 2023 | David FarnorJennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler pack enough charm to make this international caper a trip to enjoy, if not to remember.Read More
Kill Boksoon: A stylish, entertaining thriller
April 1, 2023 | Matthew TurnerJeon Do-yeon plays a single mother balancing contract killing with raising a teenager in this stylish, entertaining Korean thriller.Read More
Luther: The Fallen Sun: Darkly thrilling
March 18, 2023 | Ivan RadfordIdris Elba’s welcome return as John Luther offers enough dark thrills to start a film franchise.Read More
The 90s on Netflix: Small Soldiers (1998)
March 18, 2023 | Mark HarrisonBefore M3GAN but after Toy Story, there was Joe Dante’s Gremlins-flavoured action satire.Read More
Why you should catch up with Shadow and Bone
March 16, 2023 | Charlotte HarrisonNetflix’s fast, funny and dark fantasy saga is a prime example of a TV adaptation that works as well as the book.Read More
VOD film review: Tar
March 12, 2023 | David FarnorCate Blanchett delivers a towering performance in this complex study of art and artists.Read More