Must-have movies and TV shows out in April

Who can resist the charm of Paddington?

Back for his third outing, Paddington in Peru sees everyone’s loveable yet clumsy bear and his Brown family journey to his homeland in search of his missing Aunt Lucy.

Along the way, they cross paths with a suspicious nun (Olivia Colman), an obsessed treasure hunter (Antonia Banderas), and all manner of mayhem that the Amazon throws at them.

Fans of the series are in for a treat; Paddington in Peru is a pure delight!

Also available on Blu-ray and DVD.

At nearly four hours long and tackling a weighty subject, The Brutalist may seem like a daunting watch - but rest assured, the time flies.

It’s one of the year’s best films, if not the best. Adrien Brody delivers an Oscar-winning performance as a Jewish immigrant in late 1940s America, while Guy Pearce shines in a standout supporting role.

Powerful, moving, and utterly absorbing, The Brutalist is a must-see for fans of classic epic cinema - an exceptional film.

Also available on Blu-ray and DVD.

Acclaimed cult director Robert Eggers (The Northman) returns with his most ambitious project yet - his passion-driven remake of Nosferatu, the iconic 1924 German classic.

Starring Lily-Rose Depp, Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, and Willem Dafoe, Eggers' reimagining delivers a breathtaking gothic horror, rich in style and powered by brilliant performances.

Also available on JB Exclusive 4K Steelbook, Blu-ray and DVD.

Fresh off awards season, including Isabella Rossellini's Oscar for 'Best Supporting Actress', Conclave is a nail-biting dramatic thriller about the search for a new pope - and the scandal that unfolds during this sacred ceremony.

Starring an all-star cast including Ralph Fiennes, John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci, and Isabella Rossellini, it’s undeniably one of the year’s best films.

Also available on DVD.

Winner of 'Best Picture' at this year’s Academy Awards, Anora also earned multiple Oscars, including 'Best Director' and 'Best Original Screenplay' for Sean Baker.

This powerful film follows a young Brooklyn escort who impulsively marries a Russian oligarch’s son. Raw, emotional, and utterly captivating, Anora is exceptional.

Also available on Blu-ray and DVD.

Sonic returns for round three, joined by Jim Carrey and series newcomer Keanu Reeves.

This action-packed, hilarious adventure sees Dr. Robotnik forming an unlikely alliance with Team Sonic to take down a new criminal mastermind - Shadow!

Also available on JB Exclusive 4K Steelbook, Blu-ray and DVD.

Leigh Whannell’s follow-up to The Invisible Man is a reimagining of the classic Universal Monster movie.

It tells the story of a family man attacked by a creature, slowly mutating into a beastly monster and putting his wife and daughter in grave danger.

Wolf Man offers a fresh take on a classic tale, making it a must-see for horror fans.

Also available on JB Exclusive Steelbook, Blu-ray and DVD.

Following the tradition of M3GAN and Subservience, Companion stars Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid.

The film follows a group of friends on a weekend getaway that turns bloody when a subservient android designed for companionship goes haywire.

Smart and full of twists, Companion is a wild ride.

Also available on Blu-ray and DVD.

Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh star in this powerful drama, which tells the story of a couple's relationship through a fragmented narrative that moves through time, capturing their highs, lows, losses, and triumphs.

An unconventional, moving experience that's a must-see for fans of intelligent rom-coms.

Also available on DVD.

Sophie Turner (Game of Thrones) stars in this gripping six-part British true crime series, based on the life of Joan “The Godmother” Hannington.

Set in 1980s London, it follows her transformation from housewife to feared criminal mastermind. Critically acclaimed and edgy, this must-see series is perfect for fans of Underbelly and true crime dramas.

This six-part British crime series stars Siobhan Finneran (Happy Valley) as DI Liz Nyles, a witness protection officer caught in a breach and compromised by an extramarital affair with a coworker.

Determined to uncover the depth of corruption within her unit, she navigates a dangerous web of deception.

Written by Australian screenwriter Kris Mrksa (Underbelly, Glitch), Protection is a gripping and authentic thriller.

Hold on to your boots, because Alien Country is a wild ride.

This outrageous comedy sci-fi horror tells of hordes of aliens who invade Earth through a portal that’s opened by a derby car driver at a town fair, and the driver and his pregnant wife’s efforts to send them packing.

In the vein of Eight Legged Freaks and Tremors, this one is a must-see for genre lovers. Super fun! 

This heartfelt family drama follows a young New York City girl who, having grown up in the Amazon, returns to rescue her beloved jaguar from ruthless poachers near her childhood village.

In the spirit of Free Willy and The Jungle Book, this uplifting adventure is perfect for family viewing.

From the director of The Wolf and the Lion.

Batman and his allies return to Gotham, only to find everything has changed - Japan no longer exists, the Justice League has vanished, and before they can make sense of it, Yakuza warriors start falling from the sky in an invasion led by an alternate Justice League.

Sounds crazy? It is. This wild anime is an absolute must-watch for DC and Batman fans.

From the creator of the depraved clown splatter film 100 Tears - and the creators of Final Destination - comes a new horror thriller starring Randy Couture, Chaz Bono, and The Nun’s Bonnie Aarons.

The story follows a documentary crew investigating a notorious campsite tied to a chilling urban legend. Think Blair Witch meets Candyman - a stylish horror with a sting in its tail.

Nick Frost (Shaun of the Dead) delivers a chilling performance as a psychotic cab driver in this intense thriller.

A married couple finds themselves trapped in his taxi, at the mercy of a disturbed driver whose motives are more terrifying than they could ever imagine.

Packed with twists and turns, Black Cab will do for taxis what Jaws did for the beach.

Also available on DVD.

In the spirit of Dead Calm, this open-water chiller follows three friends stranded at sea, rescued by a mysterious fishing boat captain - unaware of the horror lurking below deck.

Stylish and well-paced, this tense, claustrophobic thriller is a must-watch for fans of high-seas suspense.

It also features ’80s teen star Dean Cameron.

Fans of Den of Thieves (2018) won’t want to miss this gritty, action-packed sequel, reuniting Gerard Butler, O’Shea Jackson, and director Christian Gudegast.

This time, the action shifts to Europe, where Butler’s LA sheriff teams up with the very man he once tried to take down - for the heist of a lifetime. 

Also available on Blu-ray and DVD.

Not for the faint of heart, Grafted is a grotesque New Zealand horror-comedy about a teenage girl’s obsessive quest for perfection to boost her social status.

In the vein of The Substance, it delivers sharp social commentary wrapped in a wildly entertaining horror experience.

If you’re a fan of Luther, this one’s for you!

This hard-edged crime series follows the titular investigator, tasked with taking over failing cases and using her steely resolve to crack them - much to the frustration of the cops she replaces.

Gritty, tough, and uncompromising, it’s a must-watch.

Before the upcoming Aussie psycho-thriller The Surfer starring Nicolas Cage, director Lorcan Finnegan made several tense thrillers, including Nocebo, starring Eva Green and Mark Strong.

This gripping film follows a fashion designer suffering from a mysterious illness who turns to a mystic healer - only to uncover a terrifying secret.

Also available on DVD.

Christoph Waltz, Lucy Liu, and Cooper Hoffman team up with the director of Con Air for a crazy action-thriller about an ageing hitman forced out of the game due to arthritis, who’s given a new opportunity to train up-and-coming assassins.

Super fun and loaded with laughs, this is one for fans of In Bruges and The Mechanic. 

This critically acclaimed, award-winning film stars Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, and John Turturro.

It follows two old friends who reconnect when one is diagnosed with a terminal illness. As they face the impossible together, their bond deepens through love, humour, and resilience.

A poignant and beautifully crafted film.

Season 4 of Superman & Lois brings high-stakes action and emotional depth as Clark Kent faces new threats while balancing family life.

With fresh challenges for Lois, the Kent family, and their allies, this final season promises thrilling superhero drama and heartfelt moments.

Also available on DVD.

Peter Dinklage and Juliette Lewis lead an unconventional cast, including Metallica’s James Hetfield and comedian-podcaster Andrew Schulz, in this gritty revenge western.

A bounty hunter and his men pursue a ruthless killer, only to find themselves in the no man’s land known as The Thicket.

Window Clicquot is the true story of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot, played by Haley Bennett (The Equalizer), who defies 19th century norms to build a champagne empire.

Blending romance, resilience, and ambition, the film explores her journey to revolutionise the world of luxury wine.

A small group of Allied commandos must parachute into enemy occupied Europe and recover the information a female spy was carrying, at all costs.

They soon realise that this would be the easy part of the mission.

Starring Australians Jai Courtney and Ryan Corr alongside Erin Moriarty, Catching Dust follows Geena, who plans to leave her criminal husband, Clyde, and their isolated Texas hideout.

When a New York couple unexpectedly arrives, she convinces Clyde to let them stay - igniting dangerous consequences.

Also available on DVD.

Salvatore Todaro is the captain of the Cappellini. He leads in his own way.

The bow is reinforced with steel in the off chance an opportunity to ram a ship arises and his crew is armed with daggers should a hand-to-hand battle occur.

Angelina Jolie stars in this biographical drama from the director of Jackie and Spencer, depicting the final seven days of renowned opera singer Maria Callas.

As she nears her untimely death, she reflects on the life she has lived with poignancy and moments of medicated hallucination. 

The latest from Challengers and Call Me by My Name director Luca Guadagnino, Queer stars Daniel Craig in an adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ novel.

Set in 1950s Mexico, it follows an American expat grappling with addiction and unrequited love, blending raw emotion, desire, and self-destruction in a mesmerising, atmospheric journey.

Also available on DVD.

Frank Grillo, Lou Diamond Phillips, and the director of Silent Night (2012) team up for an outrageous werewolf thriller.

Following a global pandemic triggered by a supermoon event, two scientists attempt to prevent the mutation, but their experiment goes horribly wrong.

A small-town pastor is forced to reckon with an act of forgiveness when the convict he forgave for murdering his wife returns to town five years later, while the town sheriff investigates another murder that may be related.

This film is also notable for being one of Anne Heche's final appearances on screen.

Pamela Anderson makes a powerful comeback in The Last Showgirl, a heartfelt exploration of an ageing Vegas dancer facing an uncertain future after her 30-year run ends abruptly with the cancellation of her show.

Co-starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Dave Bautista, the film is directed by Gia Coppola, granddaughter of Francis Ford Coppola.

Also available on DVD.