Bullet Train is the best date night movie I've seen in over a decade
And for the record, I was not on a ‘date night’ when I went to a private New York City screening to see Bullet Train last night - but from the opening sequence to the final moments - and then post-initial credits moment - you’re going to be glued to the screen and I knew this had to be celebrated as an absolute Date Night-approved masterpiece.
DEVOTION is going to be an emotional, tear-jerking must-see this fall
Great movies always have a tendency to arrive around the holidays, so expect greatness when DEVOTION hits theaters nationwide this November.
Sylvester Stallone's bad ass Samaritan Prime Video is must-see
Hell yes! It’s rare I get ‘pumped’ over seeing a trailer on one of the streaming services - sure, I’ve put out some co-signs here and there but a flick which really has me watch the teaser through to the end before typing up a blurb about it? Make way for the legendary Sylvester Stallone and his Samaritan movie slated to drop on Prime Video.
The X sequel Pearl is must-see this September
If you recall how much I geeked out over the movie X earlier in the year, then you can imagine how much anticipation I have to see A24’s upcoming Pearl flick, you know, the sequel to the mind-blowing horror flick.
The new Halloween Ends trailer has RSVP'd Date Night in October
Spoiler alert? October is low-key the best time of year for Date Night goals. You’re typically dealing with a bunch of scary movies and horror flicks are always going to have the edge over the super gushy romantic flicks we tend to see in the winter months - notably February - so seeing Halloween Ends? Whoa.
Prey for the Devil will scare the hell out of you
It’s tough when a horror movie trailer has you screaming out loud. But if you’re a slasher film fanatic, then you already know this is pure joy - almost like those dogs sniffing out those truffles in Italy and France. So Prey for the Devil hype is looking extra insane and like one of the top must-see movies during Halloween weekend.
Aubrey Plaza's Emily The Criminal is a Date Night movie contender
Simply said? It’s must-see. Date Night approved? Almost certainly just looking at the trailer alone? Heck yes. Actress Aubrey Plaza’s portrayal of Emily - a woman trying to get her head above water - is gripping and what I thought would be a few seconds of watching the trailer had me stuck to the final moments.
A24's new Bodies Bodies Bodies teaser is pure fun
A24 puts out quality films on a regular basis. Whether we’re talking about X or even the insanely dope Red Rocket and Everything Everywhere All At Once, the storylines, acting and overall presentation is as reliable as what Quentin Tarantino puts out into all of his flicks. So the newest Bodies Bodies Bodies teaser should make those Date Night thoughts intensify - in a good way, of course.
Apple TV+'s new Luck movie is a grown up fun flick
It’s hard to imagine seeing an animated film without a bunch of kids scattered throughout. Surprisingly, Apple TV+’s upcoming Luck movie looks like a solid go-to for a date night with enough fun and quirkiness to kick back with bae and enjoy.
Clerks III is happening and you better believe it's Date Night-necessary
If you know the genius of Kevin Smith, then you already know anything he touches deserves your attention. The fact Clerks and even Clerks II still slap in 2022 is mind-blowing to say the least. So with a third addition to the franchise happening? Holy smokes.
Everything Everywhere All at Once is your must-see Date Night movie
If time flew by and you missed going to see Everything Everywhere All at Once in theaters, the time has come to soak in those Digital HD goals and geek out over the must-see film of the year’s arrival to rent and own, digitally of course. Whenever you’re talking about A24, you know you like your chances - pretty much like teams you expect to make the playoffs every season.
Hocus Pocus 2 can't come soon enough for the Date Night goals
Approved! Laugh if you want at the fact it more than likely has a PG rating but if you’re looking for a reason to stay in with bae once fall comes around and watch something worthy of a Date Night? Look no further than Hocus Pocus 2 set to stream on Disney Plus on September 30.
The new Barbarian trailer looks all types of intense, scary fun
Date Night approved? Yup. I haven’t seen it but just getting a glimpse into the trailer for 20th Century Studios’ Barbarian, the excitement is insanely real.
The new Smile movie is the perfect pre-Halloween horror must-see
Just keeping it 100? Halloween goals are year-round because everyone knows horror movies are always going to be the best date night movie with bae. Big facts. So it’s no surprise the new Smile movie looks scary as hell and ready to spike every nerve in your body once September 30 arrives?
Hulu Originals' Not Okay looks A-OK for a Date Night
What’s going on with Hulu these days? There is a shocking amount of quality and really impressive content landing on the popular streaming giant with new anticipation being mounted for the upcoming Not Okay flick.
Need a reason to nerd out? Star Trek: Picard season 2 on Blu-ray is it
Sure - it’s all about Obi-Wan Kenobi right now but there’s no questioning how much Jean-Luc Picard has held it down for decades in outer space. If you saw ‘Star Trek: Picard’ season one, you already know CBS is coming correct with quality content, well-written storylines and production worthy enough of putting the iconic actor Patrick Stewart front and center. So the announcement of season two on Blu-ray, DVD and steelbook this fall is all types of date night - or weekend - goals.
You can rest assured Bros is going to be a Date Night must-see
There is something about funny and comedy you can’t deny. If you can properly do it right - which sometimes if not often means having the right behind the scenes people like Judd Apatow - the results are almost always non-stop laughs and a great overall story. The upcoming BROS flick looks like it’s packed with humor and ready for a date night setting.
Prime Video's The One That Got Away could be a low-key Date Night binge marathon
Dating shows are always tough, especially those ‘Love & Hip Hop’ types because one episode could hit too close to home while others could be so wild you and bae will just be in tears laughing the entire time. Prime Video’s new unscripted ‘The One That Got Away’ series is on deck and could be super packed with binge worthiness.
The Rock's Black Adam will easily have your Date Nights going again
So maybe you’ve experienced a few bad date nights by going to the wrong movie or picking a cringe TV show to watch. Fortunately, you’re covered here and with the first-look at The Rock a.k.a. Dwayne Johnson’s Black Adam trailer? My goodness, we’re all in for a treat.
Predator is back in epic fashion this summer on Hulu
Date night approved! Of course whenever you’re dealing with the Predator franchise, you have to have realistic expectations. Blood. Gore. Action. Some cheesy but fun acting. Non-stop adventure. If you can handle those elements, then seeing the new Prey trailer will make you smile.