While it’s a big month for new films, television is seeing a slightly slower release schedule. Despite this, there are some major returns and debuts to anticipate, with the much-delayed return of “Hacks” kicking things off. As is the case these days, it’s a big month for streaming series, with new science-fiction shows coming to Apple TV+ while Disney+ gets to host two major franchises. 

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Cult favorites such as “Interview with a Vampire” and “We Are Lady Parts” both make their return.

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As May arrives, that means summer is here, at least for movies. And it means the theatrical rollout of tentpoles and blockbuster event films, which start out strong this year with the romantic-comedy actioner “The Fall Guy.” It’s a big month for major releases both for the bigger budgeted features but also for indie films that have gained strong word of mouth through festival selections. “I Saw the TV Glow” and “Furiosa” are both worthy of major attention, the former having garnered raves out of its Sundance premieres. 

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Elsewhere, as always, there’s a bit of something for everyone.

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April kicks off strong with the premiere of the bloody action thriller “Monkey Man,” directed by and starring Dev Patel. That buzzy energy floats throughout the rest of the month, with other genre-leaning films premiering following initial festival runs. There’s plenty for horror fanatics, from the latest in “The Omen” franchise to another Cronenberg making their directorial debut and the latest from Alex Garland.

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April is a big month for new releases, with some major titles hitting streaming platforms as spring arrives. Andrew Scott helms a new, highly-anticipated drama for Netflix, while Colin Farrel makes one of two 2024 TV appearances with “Sugar” on Apple TV+ (the other being “The Penguin” coming in the fall). There’s the latest video game adaptation that, like “The Last of Us,” attempts to nail the original tone while delivering why the adaptation is worthwhile.

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March is starting off strong with the highly-anticipated sequel, “Dune: Part Two.” The month continues strong, both through the annual SXSW festivities for film fanatics but for theatrical and streaming releases too. Sundance favorites such as “Love Lies Bleeding” are getting their theatrical review, along with 2023’s Cannes highlight “La Chimera.” Elsewhere, “Roadhouse” gets the remake treatment from Doug Liman and Jake Gyllenhaal,” while Sydney Sweeney gets to go full dramatic in the horror feature “Immaculate.” From big, broad humor to studies on the human condition, there’s something for every type of watcher this month. 

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We’re in the thick of it again, with many must-watch television series hitting our screens in March. While things have been relatively quiet in terms of releases, with a few notable exceptions, March is coming in strong. From highly-anticipated series getting their premier at SXSW to major dramas with considerable A-List talent, there’s an abundance of genres and worlds to immerse yourselves in. From series led by everyone from Kate Winslet to Kristin Wiig to Ewan McGregor and Theo James to the return to a 1990s animated favorite, here’s everything worth checking out this March. 

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This February film release slate is light on strict romances but flourishes with some festival favorites receiving their theatrical debut. For romance lovers, there are still several films available, from undead love stories to the latest original release from Netflix. Aside from the action-adventure films “Argylle” and “Madame Web,” it’s a relatively indie-based month, with a strong showing of international films, many of which were chosen as their country’s selection for the upcoming Oscars. 

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After a minor dry spell of new releases, February is gearing up for a stacked slate. This includes major, highly buzzed-about series such as the remake of “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” and the long-awaited adaptation of “Avatar the Last Airbender.” There’s also the triumphant return of the Emmy-nominated “Abbott Elementary,” the latest Star Wars adventure, and exciting new original series. 

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From romances to help sink into the Valentine’s Day mood to epic historical dramas and a hilarious-looking new comedy animated series, here’s what’s worth checking out this month. 

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January is always an interesting month for television releases. It’s easy to miss some definite highlights as we continue to catch up on the spillover of the best of the previous year. This January is even stranger due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, which both delayed the return of a particular series and also resulted in what should’ve been last year’s Emmys now taking place this month. Still, plenty of worthwhile titles are making their (often) streaming debut this month.

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As we all still catch up on the best films of 2023 or the ones that, at least, needed time for broader distribution, January is already delivering a bevy of solid and worthwhile titles. It’s a busy time of year for film, from the awards discussion in the lead-up to the Oscars to the Sundance Film Festival, but Hollywood doesn’t slow down to accommodate. While some features will likely be forgotten by the month’s end, plenty more are worthy discoveries as we brace ourselves for the colder months.

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As the year winds down and certain shows have been pushed due to the previous WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, the December lineup for television is relatively quiet this year, at least compared to the film slate. The lack of clutter, however, allows for some smaller or more niche titles to be given their due, even if we have to wait for some of the bigger returns and premieres to arrive in the new year. From a South Korean horror series returning for its highly anticipated season two to a new adult animated series on Netflix and a long-awaited adaptation of the “Percy Jackson” series, there’s plenty to seek out, especially if you’re looking for television that digs into fantasy.

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December is overridden with terrific and exciting films that are worth adding to your likely growing “to watch” list. As end-of-year “best of” lists continue to roll in, along with critics’ awards already naming the year’s strongest contenders, it’s easy to lose certain titles to the shuffle. Luckily, it will be tough to misstep this month with plenty of upcoming films that offer a variety of genres and perspectives. From the Oscar-friendly titles that come in towards the end of the month to the latest movie in the long-running Godzilla franchise kickstarting it and films from master filmmakers crowding the middle, there’s no time for rest. 

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Robert Kirkman is an expert in seeing his creations take on new life. First with “The Walking Dead,” and now with the second season of his animated series “Invincible.” Based on his comic series, he developed and produced the television series that follows Mark Grayson (voiced by Steven Yeun), who, at 17 years old, discovers that his father, Omni-Man (J.K.

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As is often the case, November is a packed month for the film release schedule. There are plenty of festival favorites that made the rounds and are now getting their mainstream release. It’s also a big month for notable directors with new films from everyone from Sofia Coppola to Ridley Scott. With that said, we can’t write about everything, but even those not mentioned on the below list are worthy of checking out.

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With the continuation of the SAG-AFTRA strike, the release schedule of Hollywood-produced series and films remains unpredictable. November at least sees several new releases, from Netflix animated series (two of them, actually) to even more Netflix with the first part of the final season of a long-running mainstay with “The Crown.” Beyond Netflix, it’s notable that of the series highlighted below, four of them are animated series, both original and based on existing titles.

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October is a gift to cinephiles. It’s home to a barrage of critically acclaimed prestige films beginning their rollout following festival runs and a time to immerse oneself in the horror genre. The latter is especially true with the curation at places such as TCM or The Criterion Channel, which has everything from the ’90s to art-house horror. With the new releases, there’s a mix of big, studio genre films, such as the latest in the “The Exorcist” series to launch the month, to foreign favorites, such as the highly anticipated “The Anatomy of a Fall.

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With the WGA-Strike officially over, there seems to be the first real lull due to the impact of it. October still has plenty of series worth exploring, especially notable titles such as the latest from Mike Flannigan and the second season of the popular “Our Flag Means Death,” but the lineup isn’t quite as bulked up as some of the more recent months. That said, at the very least, it offers up time to explore older series we might not have gotten around to yet, dig deep into the ones being released, and compare to others of its ilk — how does “Loki” stand up to the most recent MCU offerings — and, in the spirit of the month, dabble in some of the best horror / Halloween related episodes of TV history. 

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As is the case every year, September remains a notable film month mainly because so many overlapping and concurrent film festivals are taking place. As Venice, Telluride, and the Toronto International Film Festival begin and come to a close, with others such as Fantastic Fest and the New York Film Festival upcoming, there’s plenty on the horizon for exciting films even if they won’t be playing theatrically, for a few months.

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As things continue to shift with the ongoing strikes, the release calendar for September is surprisingly packed with new releases along with some returning. While some series, such as “Sex Education” will be premiering final seasons, others, such as “The Boys” spinoff “Gen V” aim to create yet another mega-hit series. The tone of shows premiering is all over the place, too, which is always fun, from romantic comedies to horror fantasy.

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Stewart Thorndike made a strong debut with her first, feature-length film, “Lyle,” starring Gaby Hoffman. In her follow-up, released nearly a decade later, “Bad Things” continues on with the themes of motherhood and trauma, in a film being described as a queer retelling of “The Shining,” a comparison Thorndike owns, though calls it more of a “repurposing.”

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Drawing on inspiration from films such as “Alien” to “On the Waterfront,” “Bad Things” follows a group of friends as they go to a hotel for a weekend.

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With the state of the film and television industry in disarray, as the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes continue to ensure better pay and treatment for writers and actors, the future theatrical release schedule continues to shift. While certain fall releases have already been pushed, August has remained largely untouched. With plenty of festival favorites making their way to the big screen along with heavy-hitting tent poles such as “Blue Beetle,” the month ahead offers an eclectic bunch of releases.

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As is the case with film, television remains in an odd state as the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes continue. Who knows how long the strikes will continue until studios agree to fair wages and compensation and job security or how long it will be until we see a severe thinning of the upcoming release slate. For now, August remains as complete as it might usually be, with plenty of returning series — and quite a few final seasons — as well as new, exciting debuts for some of the longest-running sagas from “Star Wars” to “One Piece.”

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There are quite a few adaptations on the docket as well, from the aforementioned “One Piece” which looks to enlist a new wave of fans, to the second season of the much anticipated “Heartstopper,” there’s no shortage of books and graphic novels being brought to life on screen.

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As the Writers Strike continues and the summer season presses on, it will become increasingly interesting to see the state of the television landscape. For now, there are still some high-profile releases on deck. From highly anticipated and long-awaited second seasons for fan-favorite series such as “Good Omens” to summer mainstays like the continuously hilarious “What We Do in the Shadows,” July remains a busy release month. 

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While not highlighted, it’s also a big month for animated series.

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For a month with at least three major blockbuster releases, July also has plenty of highly anticipated indie releases, many of which made their premieres earlier in the year at film festivals. From “Theater Camp” to “Kokomo City,” smaller releases will be fighting for the spotlight as big-budget productions such as the latest in the “Mission Impossible” franchise and, of course, “Barbie” is released.

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Following the series finales of fan favorites such as “Barry,” “Succession,” and “Ted Lasso,” along with the season finale of “Yellowjackets,” about half of the requisite, must-watch television ended in one week. June’s lineup looks to fill in the gaps left by those series, from polarizing new dramas taking that Sunday night HBO slot to prestige series filling up the streaming service lineup. 

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2022 breakout “The Bear” returns for its second season after the first nabbed star Jeremy Allen White a SAG award for Actor in a Comedy, while cult favorites such as “Painting with John” are given more love in their latest outing.

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