Jasmine Flanagan, Senior
This April, Netflix will be introducing a variety of new movies and TV shows for the spring season. For those of you who are bored of watching episodes of your favorite TV show on repeat or browsing through the same old movies, you are in for a treat. Starting April 1st, Netflix is expected to release quite the diverse selection, including some new Netflix originals, a return of some of your favorite comedy movies, and some brand new shows. Below are just some of the highlights of what we can expect to see arrive on Netflix this month.
I Am Legend
Coming April 1st
2007 Movie, Action/Drama, PG-13, 1hr 44min
In the action pack movie I Am Legend, scientist Robert Neville, portrayed by Will Smith, is the survivor of a man-made plague that has infected New York City. The plague takes its victims and transforms them into bloodthirsty mutants. All alone, Neville searches for survivors while attempting to find a cure for the plague.
Pineapple Express
Coming April 1st
2008 Movie, Comedy/Action, R, 1hr 57min
This comedic film stars two of America’s most hilarious actors - James Franco and Seth Rogen. The two in the move make the perfect duo where Seth Rogen is a process servant, and James Franco is his marijuana dealer. The movie’s plot revolves around the two men running from hit man after witnessing a murder involving corrupt police and the world’s most rare marijuana. The movie takes you through Franco and Rogen’s adventure and puts an amusing spin on their journey. This movie is guaranteed to make you laugh!
The Sisterhood of Travelling Pants 1 & 2
Coming April 1st
2005/2008 Movie, Drama, PG / PG-13, 2h
Both Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants movies will be coming to Netflix as well. The movie is based off the classic book, starring Blake Lively and Alexis Bledel. The duo is the perfect choice to watch on a night in with your girl friends.
Freddy vs. Jason
Coming April 1st
2003 Movie, Slasher/Thriller, R, 1hr 38min
Freddy vs. Jason is the spinoff of two major horror movie series. In the slasher movie, the two horror icons cross paths and cause all hell to break loose. The gorey film is a good choice if you are in for an entertaining scare.
All The President’s Men
Coming April 1st
1976 Movie, Drama/Mystery, 2hr 18min
All The President’s Men is a 1976 classic focusing on the Watergate Scandal. The political thriller informs you about Nixon’s corrupt cabinet. The movie was nominated for several Oscars and Golden Globes for its eye opening plot.
Kevin Hart: Irresponsible - A Netflix Original
Coming April 2nd
A 2019 Netflix Original, Comedy, TV-MA, 1hr
In a new Netflix Original, the American Comedian discusses his duties as the father of three children and being on his second marriage. He discusses the mistakes he has made during these times, but of course he does so in a completely satiric and comedic way. The hour long comedy show is worth a watch if you are in the mood for a laugh.
Snatch
Coming April 1st
2000 Movie, Crime/Thriller, R, 1hr 44min
This London based movie includes illegal boxing promoters, gangsters, robbers, and more who are all involved in a hunt for a valuable stolen diamond. The movie includes quite the fight, while the participants all scramble to obtain the priceless diamond. In Snatch, Brad Pitt plays boxing champion Mickey O’Neil.
The Silence - A Netflix Original
Coming April 10th
A 2019 Netflix Original, Thriller/Drama, TV-14, 1hr 30min
Netflix has introduced yet another new Netflix Original horror movie and this time it is called The Silence. The Silence tells the story of a teen and her family encountering a mysterious cult after retreating from sound hunting deadly creatures.
Valkyrie
Coming April 1st
2008 Movie, Thriller/Drama, PG-13, 2hr 4min
The Tom Cruise classic, Valkyrie, will arrive at the beginning of this month. The historical thriller takes place in Nazi Germany during World War II. The plot focuses on the plan for the German army officials to assassinate Adolf Hitler - this plan being called Operation Valkyrie.
Suzzanna: Buried Alive - A Netflix Original
Coming April 3rd
A 2018 Netflix Original, Horror, TV-MA, 2hr 5min
Netflix is getting ready to share another original movie with attempt to scare you, Suzzanna: Buried Alive takes place after a pregnant woman is murdered and her spirit decides to seek revenge on her murderer. However, Suzanna must avoid being taken care of for good by her ruthless killers.
The Perfect Date - A Netflix Original
Coming April 12th
A 2019 Netflix Original, Romance, 1hr 29min
Starring Laura Marano, Camila Mendes, and Noah Centineo, The Perfect Date is the perfect chick flick and romance to watch on a night in. Netflix highly recommends this one for fans of The Kissing Booth or To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before. In fact, Noah Centineo of The Perfect Date even portrayed Peter in To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before. The movie demonstrates a tricky love situation develops a fake dating app to raise money for college, ultimately truly ending up with feelings for someone.
The Imitation Game
Coming April 29th
2014 Movie, Drama/Thriller, PG-13, 1hr 54min
The Imitation Game is a mysterious political thriller set during the time of World War II. The movie involves a British cryptanalysts who decodes German intelligence codes for the British government. The film is particularly interesting considering it is quite the drama, but with a historical twist on the plot.
Tijuana - A Netflix Original
Coming April 5th
A 2019 Netflix Original, Political Thriller, TV-14, Season One
Tijuana will be an all new Netflix Original series released on April 5th. The series is also a political thriller, concentrating in Mexico. The Tijuana series will depict journalists struggling to find out the truth after a major politician is murdered. The journalists risk their lives on a day to day basis just in search for the answers the people deserve.
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