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As horrifying as it would be in real life, body-swapping films are some of the most hilarious productions. At some point, everyone has imagined what their lives would be like if they switched places with someone more fortunate, especially when they're struggling. From Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan's Freaky Friday to Regina Hall and Marsai Martin's Little, waking up in someone else's body would be haunting, but watching it on screen is pure comedy. The latest swap film comes from Aziz Ansari, who also stars in the movie and wrote, produced, and directed it. Good Fortune is the name, and Keanu Reeves is the angel sent to teach a lesson to Ansari's character Arj that the grass isn't always greener on the other side, as he switches bodies with Seth Rogen's Jeff.

In the film's new trailer, which comes courtesy of Lionsgate Movies, viewers are introduced to Reeves's Gabriel,...

Prime Video's new action movie, G20, has hit a record-breaking viewership milestone despite receiving mixed critical reviews. Led by Viola Davis (Suicide Squad) and directed by Patricia Riggen, the action thriller debuted on the streaming platform on April 10 and ranked No.1 on Nielsen's movie chart during its first week.

Starring Anthony Starr, Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Douglas Hodge, Elizabeth Marvel, and Sabrina Impacciatore, among others, G20's plot revolves around a critical situation where terrorists have taken over a G20 conference venue. Davis' President Sutton has to rely on her governing and military skills to safeguard her family and the world.

According to Deadline, G20 has garnered more than 50 million viewers since its debut on April 10, which makes it one of Amazon MGM Studios' 10 most-watched action films of all time on the platform. This puts Davis' new action movie among popular titles like The Beekeeper, Road House,...

Viola Davis' most recent film, which sees her portray the President of the United States, has become a streaming hit despite mixed reviews. The Oscar-winning actor's action thriller, G20, set an all-time record on Amazon Prime Video just months after its premiere.

According to Deadline,G20 has attracted over 50 million viewers since its streaming debut in April, making it one of the 10 most-watched movies in Prime Video history. Distributed by Amazon MGM Studio, the movie proved especially popular with female viewers, over-indexing among women on the platform, which is understandable considering its high-profile lead star.

G20's popularity on streaming is further underlined by it topping the Nielsen charts during its opening weekend, accumulating 516 million minutes streamed. Due to its success, Davis has sealed another Amazon collaboration as she'll be the lead actor and producer in the thriller, Ally Clark.

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Directed by Patricia Riggen, G20 follows U.

The world's newest fictional president has just broken a major record on a streaming platform: Amazon MGM Studio's action spy film G20, which stars Viola Davisas an American president who gets caught up in a terrorist plot, has become one of the 10 most-watched films of all time on the studio's flagship streaming service, Prime Video. This puts it in good company despite the fact that the film garnered only modest reviews.

At the time of this article's publication, G20, which released on April 10, has garnered over 50 million views on Prime Video, according to Deadline. Additionally, the film reportedly rocketed to the top spot on the Nilesen charts during its debut week, with 516 million minutes of the film streamed. This is despite the fact that the film was not that well-liked from critics or audiences; G20 currently holds only a 56% critic's score and 46% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. But it seems...

Viola Davis has the kind of star power that's not often seen nowadays. She gives off classic Hollywood vibes, not becoming too accessible to the public, keeping her personal life private, but is seen just enough to keep fans wanting more. The Academy Award-winner not only becomes a character, but she also ensures audiences see her as the character and not the beloved star behind the role. From The Woman King to Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Fences, The Suicide Squad, The Help, and more, there's no placing Davis in a box. This year, she lept into action courtesy of Amazon, and has found huge success on streaming.

Earlier this year, playing President Sutton in the Amazon MGM Studios film G20was added to her list of stellar performances, and the film has been a massive hit on Prime Video since its April 10, 2025, release date. According to Deadline, the Davis-led film...

Exclusive: The Viola Davis kickass spy movie G20 has pulled in more than 50 million worldwide Prime Video viewers since its April 10 launch. We understand that number makes the Patricia Riggen-directed movie one of Amazon MGM Studios’ 10 most-watched action films of all time on the service.

Backing up Amazon’s viewership is the fact that the movie also landed at No. 1 on Nielsen’s movie chart during it debut week with 516 million minutes streamed.

In addition, G20 over-indexed with women on Prime Video. Amazon MGM has had a strong of female-led movies including Maintenance Required, starring Madelaine Petsch; The Map That Leads to You, starring Madelyn Cline and Kj Apa; We Were Liars, starring Emily Alyn Lind, which premiered June 18; and the third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty, which will premiere July 16.

In the movie, terrorists take over the G20 summit with Davis’ President Sutton. She...

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Heads of State is an action comedy film directed by Ilya Naishuller from a screenplay co-written by Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec, and Harrison Query. The Prime Video film follows the President of the United States and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, who don’t particularly like each other, but when they get caught up in a global conspiracy and are attacked by terrorists, they must work together to survive. Heads of State stars John Cena, Idris Elba, Priyanka Chopra, Jack Quaid, Carla Gugino, Stephen Root, and Paddy Considine. So, if you loved the hilarious comedy, explosive action, and entertaining characters in Heads of State, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Big Game is an action-adventure film directed by Jalmari Helander, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Petri Jokiranta.

The galaxy far, far away has just gained another shining star in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire favorite Dan Stevens. He has joined the cast of Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past to voice the mysterious new villain, Master Solitus, a fallen Jedi who will become a major threat in the CG-animated sequel series when it returns for its second season on Disney+ on Sept. 19, 2025 — building (excuse the pun) on the story that first began in 2024 with Rebuild the Galaxy, the first chapter of the four-part miniseries.

A new poster for Pieces of the Past was revealed alongside the casting news, featuring a first look at Solitus. The artwork (shared below) positions the hooded and elusive character front and center, standing atop a mountain of Lego bricks, with his glaring red eyes illuminated by the two chained purple lightsabers he wields. The big bad...

Dan Stevens has joined the upcoming sequel series Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past as Solitus, a fallen Jedi who sought out access to Forcehold – a secret realm full of discarded pieces of the past.

In the Lego Star Wars animated sequel series, which is a continuation of the story that began in 2024 with Rebuild the Galaxy, a new threat rises in the galaxy, and Sig Greebling and Darth Dev must combine their powers of Force Building and Sith Breaking to stop it.

Alongside Jedi Bob, Yesi Scala, and Servo, they will journey into the deepest corners of Lego Star Wars lore, uncovering pieces of all the galaxies that have come before.

The returning voice cast includes Gaten Matarazzo as Sig Greebling, Tony Revolori as Darth Dev, Bobby Moynihan as Jedi Bob, Marsai Martin as Yesi Scala, Michael Cusack as Servo, Ahmed Best as Darth Jar Jar,...

The Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy - Pieces of the Past animated sequel has added a fan-favorite Monsterverse actor to its voice cast. Dan Stevens has officially signed on to play a fallen Jedi.

Per Deadline, Stevens will voice the elusive Solitus, a new villain described as a fallen Jedi who sought out access to Forcehold, a secret realm full of discarded pieces of the past.Rebuild the Galaxy - Pieces of the Past is a four-part sequel series and continuation of 2024's Lego Star Wars miniseries. It has been tapped to expand the "ever-changing future of Sig Greebling's universe," referring to its star character who accidentally activates a powerful Jedi relic that rewrites reality.

Rebuild the Galaxy - Pieces of the Past will see Gaten Matarazzo return as Greebling, along with Tony Revolori as Sig's older brother Dev Greebling/ Darth Devastator, Bobby Myonihan as Jedi Bob, Marsai Martin as Yesi Scala,...

Dan Stevens is heading into the world of Lego Star Wars. According to Disney and Lucasfilm, the actor has been cast as the main villain in the upcoming animated sequel series, Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past, which will be streaming on Disney+.

In this new series, Stevens will voice Solitus, a former Jedi who has turned to the dark side. Solitus is on a mission to find Forcehold, a hidden realm full of old and forgotten parts of the galaxy. Once a Jedi, he now poses a serious threat to everyone.

The show is a follow-up to Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, which first came out in 2024. This new chapter brings back familiar faces while introducing fresh characters and dangers. The galaxy is in trouble again, and it’s up to a group of heroes to stop what’s coming. Sig Greebling and Darth Dev have to work together,...

Dan Stevens is joining the galaxy far, far away, in Lego form. The actor has been cast as the new villain Solitus in Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past, the animated sequel series coming to Disney+. The news comes from Disney and Lucasfilm, who shared the announcement along with details about the upcoming show.

Stevens will voice Solitus, a once-noble Jedi who turned dark after searching for Forcehold, a mysterious place filled with forgotten parts of the past. Solitus is set to become a major threat in the new adventure.

Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past continues the story that began in 2024’s Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy. This time, the galaxy faces a new danger, and a strange team has to come together to stop it. Sig Greebling and Darth Dev team up, using their unique powers, Force Building and Sith Breaking, to take on the challenge.

Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past’ Poster

Dan Stevens (Abigail) is joining returning Lego Star Wars voice cast members Gaten Matarazzo and Tony Revolori in the new addition to the franchise, Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past. Stevens will be voicing Solitus (featured in the above poster), a character described as a fallen Jedi who sought out access to Forcehold – a secret realm full of discarded pieces of the past.

Matarazzo is back as Sig Greebling, Revolori returns as Darth Dev, Bobby Moynihan is Jedi Bob, and Marsai Martin is Yesi Scala. Additional returning voice cast members include Michael Cusack as Servo and Ahmed Best as Darth Jar Jar, with Mark Hamill popping up in a special guest appearance as Luke Skywalker. Ashley Eckstein voices Lego BrickHeadz Ahsoka Tano and Ben Schwartz voices Jaxxon.

“In the Lego Star Wars animated sequel series,...

Dan Stevens has joined the cast of Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past animated sequel series at Disney+.

Stevens will voice new villain Solitus, a fallen Jedi who sought out access to Forcehold – a secret realm full of discarded pieces of the past.

The Lego Star Wars animated sequel is a continuation of the story that began in 2024 with Rebuild the Galaxy. In the series, a new threat rises in the galaxy, and Sig Greebling and Darth Dev must combine their powers of Force Building and Sith Breaking to stop it. Alongside Jedi Bob, Yesi Scala and Servo, they will journey into the deepest corners of Lego Star Wars lore, uncovering pieces of all the galaxies that have come before.

The four-part sequel series, from Lucasfilm and Lego Group, premieres September 19 on Disney+.

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Your favorite daytime ladies are taking a little time to enjoy the view themselves. Unfortunately, this week, you won't get to see any new episodes. Due to the July 4th holiday, The Viewwill not be live this week as they will be airing reruns of the Emmy Award-winning daytime talk show.

New episodes of The View will return on Monday, July 7th, whichwill also mark the return ofWhoopi Goldberg, who was off last week. The Academy Award winner was away in Italy receiving an award and is appearing in an Italian-language TV soap opera as well.

The View is currently celebrating its 28th season on ABC and will return with the same cast, including Whoopi, Joy Behar, Sara Haines, Ana Navarro, Sunny Hostin, and Alyssa Farah Griffin.

Who Is on 'The View' This Week?

While the show is on its annual July 4th hiatus, the series will share...

Season 28 of “The View” is nearing its end, but we’re not there quite yet. The ladies are just taking their annual mini-hiatus.

Each summer, the ABC hosts take some time off for the 4th of July. They go on vacation, see their families and more. Then, they return for the remainder of the season, which typically wraps up in August. That’s where we’re at now. That said, you can still watch “The View” this week.

Here’s how it breaks down.

When does “The View” come back with new episodes?

“The View” will be on hiatus until Monday, July 7.

Is this their summer vacation?

Nope, this is just a week off for the holiday.

What episodes are airing while the hosts are gone?

You can catch reruns of “The View” all week. Here’s what episodes will be available:

Monday, June 30: Hugh Jackman; Brian Kelly — (Originally broadcast 5/22/25) Tuesday,...

Marcus Scribner is the latest actor to join the upcoming Blue Bloods spin-off, Boston Blue. Variety reports that the Black-ish star will play Jonah Silver, a member of the Silver family, many of whom have been cast. The character's description hints at a dedicated lawman, much like other family members. He is "the youngest member of the Silver family and is in law enforcement like his mother and sisters, each of whom is formidable in their own ways," reads the official character description. "Always the cool kid growing up, Jonah carries himself with confidence and swagger in all situations, so he’s naturally frustrated at being a rookie cop on the sidelines of the city’s biggest investigations."

The Silver family tree consists of Mae Silver, Jonah's mother, who works as a district attorney. Gloria Ruben was cast in the role. Ernie Hudson plays Edwin Peters, Jonah's grandfather, who is a reverend.

It's official: Amazon MGM Studios and Viola Davis are making another movie together. On the heels of Davis' Prime Video streaming hit G20, the actor is attached to lead and produce a new thriller at Amazon titled Ally Clark.

According to Deadline, Oscar-winning Rocky franchise producer Irwin Winkler will also produce Ally Clark, which will take audiences "from the marble halls of Washington, D.C. to the sweltering bayous of Louisiana and the icy peaks of Alaska, following investigator Ally Clark (Davis) as she embarks on a perilous inquiry into an international conglomerate following the suspicious death of a close friend."

Phillip Noyce will direct from a script by Jose Ruisanchez and Winkler. Noyce is a veteran of the action-thriller genre, having previously directed the Jack Ryan adaptations Patriot Games and Clear and Present Danger, both starring Harrison Ford; The Saint starring Val Kilmer; and Salt starring Angelina Jolie. His...

Look, we all know that you can spend a minimum of 30 minutes scrolling through streamers to find something to watch, and a maximum of, well, too long. So, let’s try and narrow that down for you.

If you’re here, that means you’ve at least decided on the genre of film you want to watch, and you want something feel-good. It also likely means that you’re specifically looking for something on Prime Video. Still, that leaves a whole lot of options. But we went scrolling for you, and have some suggestions.

Here are the seven best feel-good movies streaming on Prime Video right now.

“Legally Blonde” (MGM Distribution Co.) 1. Legally Blonde (2001)

A friendly reminder, “Legally Blonde” is the story of a young woman who gets into Harvard to prove her seriousness to the man she loves, and upon being rejected, stays out of spite, becomes a star student,...

CBS is officially scheduled to dish up another two, new episodes of their rebooted Hollywood Squares show tonight, May 2, 2025, and they will feature celebrities like Justin Long, Tiffany Haddish and more. According to CBS' official, May 2, 2025 episodes press release intel, the first episode for tonight is officially titled,"That's Dad Math." It will feature the following celebrities: actress Tichina Arnold, actress/singer Annaleigh Ashford, comedian Mario Cantone, comedian/actor Jo Koy, actress/comedian Vicky Lawrence, comedian/writer Tig Notaro, comedian Russell Peters and actor Andrew Rannels. The second episode for tonight is officially titled, "I'd Lick That Stamp." It will feature the following celebrities: comedian/actress Tiffany Haddish, actor Justin Long, actress/film producer Marsai Martin, comedian/actor Kevin Nealon, actor/comedian Jimmy O Yang, comedian Dusty Slay, comedian/actor Jb Smoove and actress/comedian Casey Wilson.

On Friday May 2 2025, CBS broadcasts Hollywood Squares!

That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp Season 1 Episode 17 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Hollywood Squares,” titled “That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp,” promises to be filled with laughter and fun. This episode will air on CBS and features a star-studded lineup of guests. The mix of comedians and actors is sure to bring a lively energy to the show.

Tichina Arnold and Annaleigh Ashford will be among the guests, bringing their unique humor and charm. Mario Cantone and Jo Koy are also set to join, both known for their quick wit and engaging personalities. Vicky Lawrence and Tig Notaro will add their own flair to the game, making for a diverse mix of comedy styles.

Russell Peters, Andrew Rannells, and Tiffany Haddish will also make appearances, ensuring plenty of laughs throughout the episode. Justin Long, Marsai Martin,...

Hollywood Squares fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 1 Episode 17 episode titled That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp!

Find out everything you need to know about the That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp episode of Hollywood Squares, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Hollywood Squares That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp Season 1 Episode 17 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Hollywood Squares,” titled “That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp,” promises to be a lively and entertaining hour of television. Scheduled to air on CBS at 8:00 Pm on May 2, 2025, this episode features an impressive lineup of guests that is sure to keep audiences laughing.

Among the guests are Tichina Arnold and Annaleigh Ashford, both known for their comedic talent and vibrant personalities. Mario Cantone and Jo Koy...

The latest episode of “Hollywood Squares” promises to be a lively and entertaining affair as it welcomes an exciting lineup of guests. Titled “That’s Dad Math; I’d Lick That Stamp,” Season 1 Episode 17 airs on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 8:00 Pm on CBS. The show continues to blend humor and trivia in a unique way that keeps audiences engaged.

This episode features a star-studded cast, including Tichina Arnold and Annaleigh Ashford, both known for their comedic chops. Joining them are Mario Cantone and Jo Koy, who are sure to bring their signature humor to the game. Vicky Lawrence and Tig Notaro add their own flair, while Russell Peters and Andrew Rannels bring their comedic styles to the mix.

Tiffany Haddish, Justin Long, Marsai Martin, and Kevin Nealon are also part of this exciting lineup. The episode will be filled with laughs as Jimmy O Yang, Dusty Slay, Jb Smoove, and...

“Lego Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy – Pieces of the Past” is a new animated TV series, directed by Chris Buckley, starring Gaten Matarazzo, Tony Revolori, Bobby Moynihan, Marsai Martin, Michael Cusack and Ahmed Best, streaming September 19, 2025 on Disney+:

“…a new threat rises in the galaxy, and ‘Sig Greebling’ and ‘Darth Dev’ must combine their powers of ‘Force Building’ and ‘Sith Breaking’ to stop it.

“Alongside ‘Jedi Bob’, ‘Yesi Scala’ and ‘Servo’, they will journey into the deepest corners of ‘Lego Star Wars’ lore, uncovering pieces of all the galaxies that have come before… “

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Heads up Lego Star Wars fans! The Alternate Universe series that literally broke the Star Wars galaxy is back! Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy returns for a second season on September 19 with Pieces of the Past.

The new season was revealed at Star Wars Celebration Japan. Ahmed Best, who reprised his role as Jar Jar Binks—er, well, Darth Jar Jar—introduced the latest cast member to join the team. Out came Ashley Eckstein, who is back voicing Ahsoka Tano. Only, it's not exactly the Ahsoka we're expecting, as she will be a Lego BrickHeadz, as seen in the Season 2 poster below and on StarWars.com.

Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy: Pieces of the Past poster reveal from Star Wars Celebration Japan. Image Credit: StarWars.com | starwars.com

You might also spot a familiar green Lepi on the poster. Jaxxon, the fan favorite smuggler, makes his debut in an on-screen animated story.

Star Wars Celebration 2025 continued in Japan today, with details and exclusive first looks at the return of Disney+’s Andor and Ahsoka, as well as exciting news about a new Lego Star Wars sequel special. The weekend-long convention, which is being held at Makuhari Messe Convention Center in Tokyo, runs from April 18-20.

Hosts Sascha Boeckle and DJ Taro took to the stage to kick off the day with a thrilling look at the highly anticipated Season 2 of the Emmy-nominated drama Andor, which returns to Disney+ for its long-awaited conclusion on April 22. The excitement started off with an exclusive look at a recap of Season 1.

The duo then welcomed creator/writer/director Tony Gilroy and executive producer and Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, to the stage. They were joined by executive producer Sanne Wohlenberg and cast members Genevieve O’Reilly, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona, and Alan Tudyk for a...

On Wednesday April 16 2025, MyNetworkTV broadcasts The Jennifer Hudson Show!

HGTV Week Season 3 Episode 155 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” titled “HGTV Week,” promises to be an exciting blend of entertainment and home improvement. Airing on MyNetworkTV, this episode features a star-studded lineup, including Viola Davis, Anthony Anderson, Antony Starr, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Christopher Farrar, and Sabrina Impacciatore. These talented actors are in the spotlight as they promote their new film, “G20.”

In addition to the movie stars, the episode welcomes HGTV’s Ty Pennington, known for his work on “Rock the Block.” Ty brings his expertise in home renovation and design, likely sharing tips and stories that will inspire viewers to tackle their own home projects. His charismatic presence is sure to add an engaging element to the show.

To top it all off, the popular K-pop group Enhypen will be performing. Their energetic music...

Wednesday’s episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show” delivers a star-studded lineup that spans film, home renovation, and K-pop. Viola Davis and Anthony Anderson lead the charge, representing the cast of the highly anticipated action thriller, “G20.” Along with fellow cast members Antony Starr, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Christopher Farrar, and Sabrina Impacciatore, they’ll be sharing […]

The Jennifer Hudson Show: G20 Cast, Ty Pennington, Enhypen...

The latest action feature that proves, yet again, that Viola Davis is a damn good action star is G20. In it, she takes on the role of the President of the United States. Except she can throw down with the best of them. Directed by Patricia Riggen, you can certainly see the love the filmmaker has for the classic “Christmas” flick Die Hard. Instead of an off-duty officer, we have the Potus, who is willing to do anything to keep her family safe – as well as everybody else. It’s a fun flick, one that manages to bring a whole lot of baddies to the surface after a terrorist organization takes over the G20 summit. The film also stars Anthony Anderson, Christopher Farrar, and Marsai Martin as the First Family. If you are looking for a little escape, check out Viola kicking butt this weekend.

Recently, we spoke with Patricia Riggen,...

On Monday April 14 2025, NBC broadcasts The Kelly Clarkson Show!

Season 6 Episode 130 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show” promises an exciting mix of music, games, and special guests. This episode will feature Kelly Clarkson performing her take on the popular song “Follow Your Arrow” during the segment known as “Kellyoke.” Fans can look forward to her unique style and energy as she delivers this heartfelt performance.

Joining Kelly on the show is the talented actor Christopher Meloni. He is well-known for his roles in various hit series and will likely share some interesting stories and insights from his career. The conversation with Meloni is expected to be engaging and entertaining, adding to the show’s lively atmosphere.

In addition to the musical performance and guest interviews, the episode will include a fun game called “In or Out of Order?” This game is sure to bring some laughs...

Welcome to the Gold Ticket, your VIP guide to the best in prestige pop culture for the weekend ahead, curated by the Gold Derby team of experts. (April 11 - April 13)

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It's a week of highly anticipated returns.

Coming off a deserving win for Best Comedy Series at last fall's Emmy Awards, Hacks is back for its fourth season with a two-part premiere (now streaming on Max). The 10-episode season picks up in the aftermath of Ava's (Emmy nominee Hannah Einbinder) shocking decision to blackmail Deborah (six-time Emmy winner Jean Smart) into giving her the head writer gig on the latter's new late-night show. As the former friends are forced to navigate a working relationship so fraught it's an Hr nightmare, Jimmy (Emmy winner and series co-creator Paul W. Downs) and Kayla (Megan Stalter) attempt to placate them both while also expanding their talent roster. As is the case with each season,...

Looking for a truly original movie with a plot that keeps you guessing? Well, you won’t find it in Prime Video’s new release, “G20.” However, if you’re in the mood for a fun, predictable action movie—the kind you can watch without having to think too hard—”G20″ delivers guaranteed entertainment. It’s one of those movies that, precisely because it’s predictable, remains enjoyable, and its formula continues to be used time and time again.

Starring the acclaimed Viola Davis as U.S. President Danielle Sutton, the film throws the audience headfirst into a crisis that threatens to destabilize the global order. Set against the backdrop of the G20 summit in Cape Town, South Africa, “G20” weaves a narrative of terrorism, betrayal, and the unwavering determination of a leader resolved to protect her family and the world.

The Plot: A Summit Under Siege

U.S. President Danielle Sutton,...

If you’re looking for new movies to stream, you’ve come to the right place. April brings a host of new films to streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Max, Prime Video, Disney+ and Paramount+, and we’ve whittled down the list of what’s new on each to the best of the best. That includes a buzzy A24 movie starring Nicole Kidman, an action film starring Viola Davis as the President of the United States, yet another action movie starring Tom Hardy from the director of “The Raid” and a film all about late ’90s nostalgia. Plus so much more.

Check out our picks for the best new movies streaming in April below.

“Banger” Netflix

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One of the most fun movies of 2025, “Banger” is the feature directorial debut of So Me, a French animator, graphic designer and filmmaker, who you probably know from his work with Ed Banger Records,...

Anthony Anderson took over Good Morning America, and Michael Strahan couldn’t do anything to stop him.

The recent GMA episode featured the Black-ish and G20 actor stopping by to chat with Michael, George Stephanopoulos, Rebecca Jarvis, and Lara Spencer.

Things got off to a hot start as Anthony shared that he showed up at the studio around the same time as the staff.

“I showed up when y’all showed up. I never been on this hour of Good Morning America!” he exclaimed as Michael tried to introduce him.

“You never cease to amaze us. You always got somethin’!” the GMA anchor told him as the interview began.

Anthony revealed that the car came to pick him up at his hotel at 6:45 a.m., but he had just walked into the hotel at 6:30 a.m., putting him in what Michael called “dangerous territory.”

Anthony told Michael he...

While watching G20, you might think of Air Force One—except instead of the world’s most famous airplane, the action takes place in a grand hotel. Viola Davis is just as enthralling in the lead role as Harrison Ford was in Wolfgang Petersen’s classic. However, the film’s most significant issue is its unevenness, likely due to too many rewrites.

Another problem: in a genre film like this, you need a strong villain. G20’s antagonist is one-note—not bland, but purely manic. It’s hard to feel or understand their plight, even though the character keeps repeating it repeatedly, like pulling the string on a talking doll. And with a movie that has suspenseful action, the ending is a letdown when it needed a repeatable, spectacularly over-the-top ending as ridiculous as the promise.

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Viola Davis stars as a military vet turned commander in chief in Amazon Studio’s “G20.” When she, her family and fellow world leaders are held hostage at a global summit, President Danielle Sutton must step up to protect and defend her loved ones and the free world.

The Egot-winning actress leads the political thriller film opposite Antony Starr as Rutledge, who plans to use the G20 summit to crash the global economy. Just one thing stands in his way: Madame President.

The film was directed by Patricia Riggen and was written by Caitlin Parrish, Erica Weiss, Logan Miller and Noah Miller.

Keep reading for where to watch of where to watch Davis’ new political thriller.

Is “G20” streaming or in theaters?

“G20” is available to stream only on Prime Video, starting Thursday, April 10.

Who stars in the “G20” cast?

Alongside Davis, “G20” stars Anthony Anderson as her husband Derek Sutton,...

Marsai Martin’s transition from child producer to 20-year-old mogul has made her wise beyond her years

“I was still so small. I didn’t even know what I was really walking into. I didn’t feel nervous at all,” Marsai Martin tells Variety, looking back at her early years in the business. “Nine-year-old me had the confidence to walk into any room.”

That self-assurance helped the gifted actor make history, becoming the youngest person to sign a first-look deal at a studio at 14 years old. The pact came about after the preteen produced a comedy, “Little,” that she pitched to Universal when she was nine. Martin co-starred with Regina Hall and Issa Rae in the 2019 film, which was a modest hit, earning $48 million at the global box office.

Now 20, Martin admits that the subsequent years in the rough-and-tumble entertainment business left some bruises. She scored with the 2022 sports comedy “Fantasy Football” on Paramount+,...

Plot: U.S. President Danielle Sutton must defend her family, fellow leaders and the world when the G20 summit in Cape Town, South Africa is taken over by terrorists

Review: I grew up in the era of Arnold, Stallone, Jcvd, Bruce Willis, and, yes, Steven Seagal. Action movies of the 1980s and 1990s had a different flavor than today, but seeing an actor play the President of the United States and kicking terrorists or alien asses was always a fun and exploitative experience. It is impossible to avoid that surge of patriotism as Harrison Ford said, “Get off my plane,” or Bill Pullman declared, “Today we celebrate our Independence Day.” In recent years, Gerard Butler and Channing Tatum have played agents protecting the President and garnering their own action-hero status. Still, it will never replace Potus wielding a gun or beating the hell out of a bad guy. The Prime...

The new Prime Video movie drops her into a full-blown international crisis.

World leaders, high security, and one seriously bad day. That’s the setup for “G20,” a new action thriller that drops Viola Davis into the middle of a violent hostage crisis — while playing the President of the United States. When mercenaries storm the G20 summit in South Africa, she’s not just dodging bullets, she’s leading the charge. With a cast that includes Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin, and Antony Starr (Homelander in “The Boys”), the movie blends political chaos with edge-of-your-seat action. You can stream it starting Thursday, April 10, only on Prime Video.

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Prime Video's latest action movie G20 sees Viola Davis kicking some serious terrorist butt as U.S. President Danielle Sutton in what promises to be one heck of a thriller. Along for the ride is her co-star, Anthony Anderson, who portrays the First Gentleman, Derek Sutton. As we all know, there's already been a Black family in the White House by way of the Obamas, yet for some, the idea is still something they struggle with. For Anderson, however, he believes that the Black representation in the film "shouldn’t be a surprise" at this point.

Speaking with MovieWeb's own George Edelman, Anderson was joined by his fellow G20 stars Marsai Martin and Christopher Farrar to discuss various aspects of their new action movie. The subject of Black representation came up, and how everyone went about handling it in the Prime Video flick, which premieres on April 10. The portrayal of...

Viola Davis is one of the most accomplished actors of her generation. Come to think of it, she’s one of the most accomplished actors of any generation. Respected, beloved, she’s given her heart and soul to powerful dramas that enrich the human spirit. But sometimes she also wants to beat the crap out of bad guys, and gosh danged it, good for her. Every great actor should get their own “Die Hard” knockoff at least once. I’d pay good money to watch Glenn Close kick the crap out of mercenaries on a zeppelin, wouldn’t you?

“G20” isn’t remotely as powerful, thrilling, or groundbreaking as “The Woman King,” but that’s a tall order. It stars Viola Davis as President Danielle Sutton, a war hero about to introduce a new plan at the international G20 summit to save impoverished people the world over by some-something-something cryptocurrency.

In G20, Viola Davis joins the pantheon of action heroes tasked with saving the world from a catastrophe. The Oscar-winning actress plays Danielle Sutton, a steely veteran, mother of two and president of the United States. When we meet the leader of the free world, she’s tensely battling with her 17-year-old daughter Serena (Marsai Martin) after the angsty teenager snuck out to party at a Georgetown bar.

How Serena managed to outwit her Secret Service agents and end up on the late night news shows vexes Sutton, who’s trying to maintain a flawless and relatively low-key reputation as the first Black woman president of the North American nation. In that way, G20, directed by Patricia Riggen and streaming April 10 on Prime Video, feels like a relic of a timeline in which Vice President Kamala Harris’ future in the Oval Office seemed all but assured. The film weaves the...

From “The Woman King” to Madam President, Viola Davis’ growing roster of fierce commander-in-chief roles reveals a star who takes the words “leading lady” literally, no matter what skepticism audiences may show. The internet seems to have rolled its collective eyes at the idea of Davis in ’90s-style action showcase “G20,” but there’s no actor on earth who could play such a gung-ho U.S. president without some degree of blowback … since there’s no president in U.S. history who’d stand a chance against a G20 summit-disrupting psycho determined to crash the global economy. (Supply your own tariff joke here.)

Clearly reflecting the other candidate in the most recent election, Davis does a fine job of embodying Danielle Sutton, a war hero whose military training and protect-the-little-guy instincts make her an ideal foil for the ruthless Rutledge (Antony Starr). Rutledge has a plan to turn $70 million in...

Some details might be lacking in Patricia Riggen’s Prime Video action outing “G20”. Like, hey, what political party does our red-dressed heroine president (billed by some as a “warmonger”) but also, notably, a woman of color, obsessed with a plan to help failing African countries, identify as? But for audiences willing to put this and other queries to the side, the streaming feature delivers.

Mostly, “G20” has two major points in its favor, right out of the gate: a super-fun premise for an action film (what if money-mad mercenaries seized the 20 most powerful leaders of the world and demanded some really insane shit?) and a star both so good and so classy that it never feels as if she’s punching below her weight class. Star and producer Viola Davis brings gravitas and charisma to every role, and so while she’s thrilling to watch in the non-action moments...

On Tuesday April 8 2025, ABC broadcasts Good Morning America!

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The upcoming episode of “Good Morning America” promises an exciting lineup that viewers will not want to miss. Airing on ABC, this episode features a diverse group of guests, each bringing their unique perspectives and talents to the show.

Actress Marsai Martin will be one of the highlights of the episode. Known for her impressive work in film and television, she has made a name for herself as a young star. Her appearance is sure to bring energy and insight, as she shares her experiences in the entertainment industry.

Author Mark Hoppus will also join the show. With a background in music and writing, he has captivated audiences with his creativity. His conversation is likely to touch on his latest projects and the journey of being both an artist and a storyteller.

Influencer Babs Costello adds another layer to the episode.

Take a look at more footage from “G20”, the new live-action thriller, directed by Patricia Riggen, starring Viola Davis, Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Antony Starr, Douglas Hodge, Elizabeth Marvel, Sabrina Impacciatore and Clark Gregg, streaming April 10, 2025 on Amazon Prime Video:

“…US ‘President Danielle Sutton’ must defend her family, fellow leaders and the world when the ‘G20’ summit in Cape Town, South Africa is taken over by terrorists…”

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"You know nothing about me... I've got your family." Prime Video has debuted one more quick trailer for the action thriller movie G20, launching streaming later this week on Prime Video. This intense new direct-to-tv action movie is about a badass Black Woman president who takes command and fights back when the G20 political summit she's attending comes under attack (view the first trailer here). When terrorists take over the G20 summit with President Sutton, played by Viola Davis, she utilizes her governing & military experience to defend her family, company, and the world. After evading capture by the attackers, she must outsmart the enemy to protect her family, defend her country and safeguard world leaders in this action-packed thrill ride. Along with Davis, it stars Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin, Ramón Rodríguez, Douglas Hodge, Elizabeth Marvel, Sabrina Impacciatore, Christopher Farrar, as well as Antony Starr. This trailer doesn't show much - it's barely 60 seconds long.

On Monday April 7 2025, ABC broadcasts Jimmy Kimmel Live!!

Eric Andre; Marsai Martin; almost monday Season 23 Episode 96 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” promises an exciting blend of comedy and entertainment. Scheduled to air soon on ABC, this episode features comic Eric Andre, known for his wild humor and unpredictable style. Fans of Andre can expect his signature antics and lively personality to bring a unique energy to the show.

Joining Eric Andre is actress Marsai Martin, who has made a name for herself with her impressive talent and charm. As a young star, Martin has captured the hearts of many, and her appearance on the show is likely to showcase her wit and insight into her career. Viewers can look forward to engaging conversations and perhaps some fun surprises during her segment.

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With her new presidential action flick G20, Viola Davis understands the desire to politicize her role.

Noting they made the movie before Kamala Harris lost the 2024 election to Donald Trump, the Oscar winner can see “probably in hindsight” how her butt-kicking politician character President Danielle Sutton might make voters long for what could have been.

“I do not think it’s a suspension of disbelief to imagine someone who looks like me as the president,” Davis told UK’s The Times.

Davis also explained why President Sutton’s political party is never clarified in the film. “If you get down to the nitty gritty, we just wanna reach people,” she said of the movie, hitting theaters April 10.

Although her onscreen counterpart is undeclared, Davis endorsed Harris for president in November, narrating the former Democratic vice president’s ‘Mother‘ campaign video.

Viola Davis in ‘G20’ (2025) (Ilze Kitshoff/Amazon Prime Video/Courtesy...

Though known for her devastating performances in “Fences” — for which she won an Academy Award — and 2011’s “The Help,” Viola Davis knows that longevity in the acting profession means mixing it up from time to time. That’s why for her most recent outing in “G20,” she decided to kick some ass. As a deadly American President taking on a group of terrorists who’ve laid siege to a summit of world leaders, Davis is embracing her Liam Neeson “Taken”-era, largely, she said in a recent interview with The Times of London, due to her need to have some fun.

“Training, speech, technique, critics — there’s a sense of torture that you almost have to make peace with,” she said of her career in acting. “But internally you’re always trying to get back to the fun.”

Adding later of how “G20” provided that, Davis said, “I needed some levity in my life.