Lianne Dhalla | 3 Nov 2022 10:55 AM
Stop! Before you venture into the dark and twisty journey into the suggested section of your OTT platforms, only to get stuck for hours on what to pick, take a look at the list.
These are some of our top picks of new films and shows to keep you happy and binging through the month. Ranging from Royal family drama and war documentaries, to whimsical antics and the Christmas spirit, we’ve got all kinds of films and shows making a return to the screen. So take your pick from this selection of latest films and TV shows, across popular OTT streaming platforms to keep you entertained through this month.
All Quiet on the Western Front (October 28)
If you are looking for one of the better, more realistic portrayals of War, this film is the perfect pick for you. All Quiet on the Western Front depicts the story of a group of young German boys who enlist in World War I after being captivated by slogans of patriotism and honour, only to be faced with the actual horrific realities of the battles and war itself.
Enola Holmes 2 (November 4)
Millie Bobby Brown is back too as Sherlock Holmes’ younger sister, Enola. Superman turned ASherlock, Henry Cavill will play Sherlock as he tries to keep his sister’s endless antics in check.
The Crown (November 9)
The Queen may no longer be with us, but the show sure is. The Crown is back with season 5, and this time it will likely depict the turbulent 1990’s. We will see the Royal family face difficulties in several aspects with three of the Queen’s children seeing their marriages come to an end.
Bhramastra (November 4)
If you happened to miss this Bollywood “marvel” (pun intended), don’t fret. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor’s Brahmastra will now be available to stream on Dinsey Plus+. The film also stars the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Mouni Roy and Nagarjuna Akkineni in pivotal roles. So even if you happen to be a skeptic, it might just be worth a watch. After all, it did gross over ₹425 crore globally.
Breathe into the Shadows (November 9)
Abishek Bachchan’s series Breathe Into the Shadows is returning for a new season reprising his role of Avinash Sabharwal who was revealed to be a psycho killer by the end of the first season. The chase is on once more and prepares for a whole lot of Psychological warfare from this thrilling series.
Spirited (November 18)
Musical-comedy Spirited features a star-studded cast with the likes of Ryan Reynolds, Will Ferrell and Octavia Spencer in this adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic holiday story ‘A Christmas Carol’. Prepare to be put in the christmas spirit and enjoy some wholesome family-friendly fun.
Tanaav S1 (November 11)
Taking place in Kashmir in 2017, Tanaav depicts the story of a Special Covert Ops Unit, their struggles, bravery and courage. Dealing with the complex, conflicting emotions of flawed humans, the central theme of love, loss, betrayal and revenge shines through despite the circumstances.
Mukhbir: The Story of a Spy (November 21)
This is the story of an Indian secret agent in Pakistan who found himself in the position of saving his nation and turning the tide of the war in his country’s favour. This spy thriller stars Zain Khan Durrani, Prakash Raj, Adil Hussain, Barkha Bisht and will surely keep you rapt at every step.
Inside the Heist (November 10)
This fascinating series retells the stories of six of the most incredible heists that have ever take place. Providing a dual point of view from both sides of the law, each episode will delve into a single heist. With unique expert insights from ex-criminals and law enforcement officers, criminologists, security specialists and legal supremos, this is definitely an interesting watch and is far from the average nature documentary. So grab some friends and get watching (Just don’t get too inspired!).