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New on Netflix Instant Streaming: Adult Swim Shows, April 2013
It's been a few months since I've done a New on Netflix post. I took a slight hiatus from posting and the new content had left me mostly uninspired. With the addition of many Adult Swim and Cartoon Network shows I decided the time was right to get back in the game, as it were.
Here are the new Adult Swim shows now on Netflix Instant Streaming. I haven't seen them all but leave my thoughts anyways.
Creator: Rob Corddry
Starring: Rob Corddry, Rob Huebel, Megan Mullally, Erinn Hayes, Ken Marino, Michael Cera, Henry Winkler, And many more
Genre: Comedy, Hospital, "Drama"
Episodes: 17 Episodes (2 Seasons)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Mike Fasolo, Seth Green, Matthew Senreich
Starring: Seth Green, Breckin Meyer, Matthew Senreich
Genre: Comedy, Sketch, Stop-motion Animation
Episodes: 20 Episodes (1 Season)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Matt Maiellaro, Dave Willis
Starring: Dave Willis, Carey Means, Dana Snyder
Genre: Comedy, Animation, Adventure
Episodes: 18 Episodes (1 Season)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Christopher McCulloch
Starring: Christopher McCulloch, James Urbaniak, Michael Sinterniklaas, Patrick Warburton, Doc Hammer
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation
Episodes: 14 Episodes (1 Season)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Tommy Blacha, Brendon Small
Starring: Tommy Blacha, Brendon Small, Mark Hamill, Victor Brandt, Malcolm McDowell
Genre: Comedy, Music, Animation
Episodes: 20 Episodes (1 Season)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Aaron McGruder
Starring: Regina King, John Witherspoon, Cedric Yarbrough, Gary Anthony Williams, Jill Talley, Gabby Soleil
Genre: Comedy, Action, Adventure, Animation
Episodes: 15 Episodes (1 Season)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Jim Fortier, Matt Maiellaro, Dave Willis
Starring: Dave Willis, Daniel McDevitt, Unknown Hinson, Dana Snyder
Genre: Comedy, Animation, Weird
Episodes: 20 Episodes (2 Seasons)
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Why You Should Watch It:
Creator: Jon Glaser
Starring: Jon Glaser, Eugene Mirman, Jacob Kogan, Steve Cirbus, Alex Ziwak, Zoe Lister Jones
Genre: Comedy
Episodes: 7 Episodes (1 Season)
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Why You Should Watch It:
New on Netflix Instant Streaming: February Dump List
The start of another month brings a solid stream of new movies and TV shows on Netflix Streaming. This includes the new Netflix Original Series, House of Cards. I gave House of Cards it's own post since it was deserving. Here are a few movies that didn't warrant their own post.
Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)
Director: John Hughes
Writer: John Hughes
Starring: Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara, Jnnifer Grey
Genre: Comedy, Drama, High School
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: If you haven't seen this movie before please follow these easy to execute steps:
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Yes, I realize they will have died twice and seen the movie at minimum three times. That's all part of my master plan.
Liar Liar (1997)
Director: Tom Shadyac
Writer: Paul Guay, Stephen Mazur
Starring: Jim Carrey, Maura Tierney, Justin Cooper, Cary Elwes, Anne Haney, Jennifer Tilly
Genre: Comedy, Drama
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: As a fourteen year old this was one of my favorite movies. Let's just say I was a Jim Carrey fan, but what pre-teen/teen wasn't during the bridging years of the new millennium? Slightly less silly than his Ace Ventura character, Fletcher could still bring the PG-13 crude and silly together like no one else. I haven't watched this movie in probably five years but I remember it holding up well. Then again this was one of my favorite and most quoted movies as a young pup. Watch it, and if you don't like it please come and yell at me in the comments second below.
Happy Gilmore (1996)
Director: Dennis Dugan
Writer: Tim Herlihy, Adam Sandler
Starring: Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen, Frances Bay
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Sports, Golf
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: I recently read a review of this movie by someone who first watched the film when they were far too old. That, and they were for some reason taking it seriously. It's a 90's Adam Sandler movie. You know, the guy who sings funny songs about Hanukkah and lunch ladies. The only thing serious about this movie, is the laughs! Boom, zing, zap! So if you have never seen this child-humor comedy classic, turn off your brain and have a few laughs. If you have seen it, and enjoyed it, watch it again and annoy whoever you're watching it with by quoting it throughout.
Tremors (1990)
Director: Ron Underwood
Writer: S.S. Wilson, Brent Maddock
Starring: Kevin Bacon, Fred Ward, Finn Carter
Genre: Sci-fi, Classic, Thriller
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: Tremors might be Kevin Bacon's gift to the world. It might also be the greatest campy, desert monster, cult classic movie ever made. A dozen or so REAL characters encounter and deal with the wrath of a large worm like creature that can swim through the earth like a parasite swimming through your lower intestine. With a mix of laughs, Kevin Bacon, and some suspense this movie is definitely worth a watch.
They also have Tremors 2: Aftershocks and Tremors 3: Back to Perfection streaming.
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New on Netflix Instant Streaming: House of Cards [Netflix Original Series]
Recently I have only been doing the New on Netflix posts as a large "dump". I have been watching House of Cards all night and figured it deserved the recognition of its own post. So here it is.
House of Cards (2013)
Creator: Beau Willimon
Starring: Kevin Spacey, Robin Wright, Kate Mara, Kristen Connolly, Corey Stoll
Genre: Drama, Politics, Thriller
Episodes: 13 Episodes (They call them "Chapters")
Network: Netflix
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Why You Should Watch It: This wasn't Netflix's first original series (Lily Hammer), but it is the first that has reached this level of excitement. That excitement will be overtaken quickly when Arrested Development reaches the internet tubes in May 2013. Anyway, based on what I've heard and what I've watched so far, Kevin Spacey is the driving force behind that. The writing, story line and supporting acting certainly doesn't hurt, but Spacey's acting and character are great. Admittedly I have my own "moral quarrels" (reminds me of The Rural Juror) about Congressman Underwood's personal character but it is still interesting and fun to watch. Francis Underwood is from South Carolina (D) and is the US House of Representative's Majority Whip. He has more power than that name implies, to someone who doesn't know what the Majority Whip is at least, so with little political knowledge i'm still enjoying the show. Someone with more, let me know how enjoyable this is to watch. *cough*Comments*cough* There is sex, drugs, lies, cheating and more. It's everything you could want in a political drama. Give it a try!
This BONUS Review/Why You Should Watch It comes courtesy of David (@DScoul) from Twitter. He's a nice guy so read this and then follow him on twitter.
Although I got slightly delayed in watching House of Cards (about 9 hours since in my infinite generosity, I have shared my Netflix account with clearly too many people that don’t pick up their phones at 2am Central on a Friday morning when I need to watch a new Netflix original series), I was not disappointed. While I am a fan of shows such as The West Wing, I was excited to see that House of Cards did not have the preachy message or the awkward, often forced dialogue. No, the opening scene alone lets the viewer know that Frank Underwood is not someone who messes around.
When Mike and I first discussed our thoughts on House of Cards we had slightly differing opinions. He claimed that it was hard to root for Francis (Kevin Spacey) because he went into the show with a cynicism about government. I feel the exact opposite; I am rooting for him because I want to see where his master plan takes him. He’s obviously a liar and a cheat. He’s obviously very self-serving. But at the same time I think it’s these flaws and the plans that he makes that draw me to the character.
Today on Talk of the Nation on NPR they were discussing America’s favorite TV villains they like to root for. We’ve seen this type of character in Tony Soprano (The Sopranos) and Walter White (Breaking Bad) before House of Cards and I think that Spacey as Frank Underwood carries on this legacy. All three of them keep the viewer on the edge of their seat as their plans get more and more involved. Frank, as the audience can see, knows that at any moment, all of his work could come crashing down. I believe this is part of what makes House of Cards such a riveting watch.
In addition to Frank having evil methods, but seemingly good-intentioned motives, all of the rest of the characters seem to have serious flaws as well. Although I spent most of my time rooting for Frank, I found myself rooting at one point or another for the rest of them as well. None of them are good people, save for the guy who owns the BBQ joint, but they are all at least somewhat likeable.
I know that Netflix has ordered two seasons of the show. I personally hope that it gets renewed and that Netflix can establish itself as a major player in the original content game.
New on Netflix Instant Streaming: January Dump List [Part II]
Since January was a big month for new movies on Netflix I've decided to do an unprecedented Part Dos. See what else came out in January or even check out December's or November's Dump Lists.
Lars and the Real Girl (2007)
Director: Craig Gillespie
Writer: Nancy Oliver
Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emily Mortimer, Paul Schneider
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Independent
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: I had heard good things about this movie for awhile and thanks to Netflix I finally saw. I was not disappointed. The acting, especially from Gosling was great. The story was extremely touching and quite humorous. A man who clearly is having some issues in life finds new happiness when he finds a girlfriend who happens to actually be a "Real Doll". The town rallies around him and his delusions. It's really good and no longer dubbed in German. Watch it.
Primer (2004)
Director: Shane Carruth
Writer: Shane Carruth
Starring: Shane Carruth, David Sullivan, Casey Gooden
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Sci-fi, Time Travel
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: Primer is cool low budget time travel movie. It is obviously low budget but the acting and writing make up for it easily. The dialogue is often technical and the story line can be hard to follow, so multiple watches is not discouraged. There are plenty of twists and turns in this 70 minute film to keep you wanting more.
Four Brothers (2005)
Director: John Singleton
Writer: David Elliot, Paul Lovett
Starring: Marky Mark, Tyrese Gibson, Garrett Hedlund
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
R
Why You Should Watch It: Four Brothers is the story of four interracial brothers from Detroit who all had the same foster mother. When she is murdered in a store heist gone deadly, they seek revenge on the plague that was the cause. It's a decent action/revenge movie. Worth a watch if you're into that sort of thing.
Planes Trains and Automobiles (1987)
Director: John Hughes
Writer: John Hughes
Starring: Steve Martin, John Candy, Laila Robins
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Classic
R
Why You Should Watch It: Planes, Trains and Automobiles is a classic road trip comedy. Two mean keep running into each other trying to get back in time for Thanksgiving. John Candy, the lovable goof, is unknowingly annoying but means nothing but the best, pairs up with Steve Martin the stuck up business man who just wants to get home. PTA could easily be thrown into the frustrating comedy category but it somehow elevates above that. If you haven't seen this movie and enjoy comedy, stop what you are doing, and watch it.
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New on Netflix Instant Streaming: January Dump List
With the New Year brings lots of new content from Netflix. They also have reinstated some old favorites that were previously discontinued.
Give these a watch or if you have any other great New on Netflix movies leave a comment below.
Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2011)
Director: Jay Duplass, Mark Duplass
Writer: Jay Duplass, Mark Duplass
Starring: Jason Segel, Ed Helms, Judy Greer, Susan Sarandon
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Independent
R
Why You Should Watch It: Jeff who lives at home is a brotherly tale of one brother who is hopeless and one who is hopelessly a douche. With Susan Sarandon as their mother, she is having some odd issues of her own. It’s a fun indie comedy flick with Jason Segel and Ed Helms as the two brothers. Segel is looking especially pathetic and un-showered which I can relate to. Segel’s character still lives at home at 30 and is a “free thinker” of sorts. The name “Kevin” leads him on an adventure that leads to being robbed, helping out his brother, and eventually figuring some things out.
Have you seen this movie? Did you like it?
Butter (2011)
Director: Jim Field Smith
Writer: Jason A. Micallef
Starring: Jennifer Garner, Yara Shahidi, Ty Burrell
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Independent
R
Why You Should Watch It: Butter is an indie comedy feel good movie that will make your heart melt. I hate myself so much for that I LITERALLY laughed out loud. In all seriousness, it’s a funny, cute movie that will leave a smile on your face. I attribute a lot of that to the cast, which includes Alias lady (Jennifer Garner), Dad from Modern Family (Ty Burrell), Hot girl from those Twilight movies apparently (Ashley Greene), Old lady from The Office (Phyllis Smith), Rob Corddry, Clueless girl (Alicia Silverstone), Wolverine and chick flick guy (Hugh Jackman), Annoying character girl who is also on The Daily Show (Kristen Schaal (Annoying but in the funniest way possible.)), Olivia Wilde, and the cutest little black girl that is becoming a big deal in Hollywood (Yara Shahidi). When a little orphan girl and a former butter sculpting champion's wife meet in a butter sculpting competition, hearts are broken, a “teenage” girl falls in love with a stripper and laughs are had. I wasn’t expecting much going into Butter but I left slippery and artery clogged. Still hating myself and laughing. Be sure to watch some of the credits, there are bloopers!
Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (2011)
Director: Brad Bird
Writer: Josh Appelbaum, Andre Nemec
Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller
PG-13
Why You Should Watch It: Can you believe they are still making these movies? Yeah, me neither. I’ll forgive them though because it’s not a terrible action film. The action and shots are grand, the story is decent with twists and turns, and there are a few (albeit forced) laughs. When a stereotypical bad guy steals some nuclear launch codes the good people at IMF, after being disenfranchised by the government, have to get them back. There are trains, there are tall buildings, there are sand storms, and there are awesome parking garages from the future. If you like action movies give it a watch. You'll like it.
The Usual Suspects (1995)
Director: Bryan Singer
Writer: Christopher McQuarrie
Starring: Kevin Spacey, Gabriel Byrne, Chazz Palminteri, Benicio Del Toro, Kevin Pollak, Stephen Baldwin
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
R
Why You Should Watch It: One of the best 'cops and robbers' stories of the past few decades with a stellar performance by Kevin Spacey. It has twists and turns till the last minute. It’s a little 90's in the story telling and is sort of slow; think Se7en. Read what we wrote about it back when it was previously available on Netflix Instant.
Have you seen this movie? Did you like it?
The Machinist (2004)
Director: Brad Anderson
Writer: Scott Kosar
Starring: Christian Bale, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón
Genre: Thriller, Drama, Unnaturally Skinny
R
Why You Should Watch It: Looking for a drama thriller that has Christian Bale as an ultra skinny insomniac? Well The Machinist was made just for you. A machinist who can’t sleep is losing his mind. It’s a depressing film, frankly, but it is well made and well acted by Bale. It’s worth a watch if you like Bale, enjoy insomniac and anorexic characters trying to live a terrible existence, or if you are a machinist.
Have you seen this movie? Did you like it?
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