Looking for a new movie to watch on Sky Cinema, but wondering what’s actually worth watching? While Sky Cinema’s catalogue of classics and blockbusters is unmatched vs other streaming providers, its new movie releases can be hit and miss. November’s releases are a little disappointing, with few good new releases worth watching and an influx of Christmas films.
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Award-Winning Films
Pulp Fiction (1994) – Crime/Drama
For fans of: Goodfellas, Heat, The Big Lebowski
Tarantino’s genre-defining mosaic of violence, pop culture, and nonlinear storytelling won the Palme d’Or and an Oscar for Best Screenplay.
My Fair Lady (1964) – Musical/Romance
For fans of: Gigi, The Sound of Music, An American in Paris
Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison star in this lavish, Oscar-winning adaptation of “Pygmalion” with unforgettable songs and costumes.
The Manchurian Candidate (1962) – Thriller/Political
For fans of: JFK, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Parallax View
A decorated soldier is brainwashed into political assassination in this chilling Cold War classic, nominated for multiple Oscars.
Little Women (1994) – Drama/Period
For fans of: Sense and Sensibility, A Room with a View, The Age of Innocence
Winona Ryder leads a stellar cast in this Oscar-nominated adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel.
Love Actually (2003) – Romance/Ensemble
For fans of: The Holiday, Notting Hill, About Time
This BAFTA-nominated Christmas classic weaves together love stories with wit, warmth, and a killer soundtrack.
Groundhog Day (1993) – Comedy/Fantasy
For fans of: Eternal Sunshine, Palm Springs, Stranger Than Fiction
Bill Murray relives the same day in this BAFTA-winning existential comedy that became a cultural touchstone.
Trading Places (1983) – Comedy/Satire
For fans of: Coming to America, The Wolf of Wall Street, Office Space
Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd flip social roles in this Oscar-nominated satire of class, race, and greed.
To Catch a Thief (1955) – Thriller/Romance
For fans of: Charade, North by Northwest, The Thomas Crown Affair
Cary Grant and Grace Kelly sizzle in Hitchcock’s Riviera-set caper, winner of the Oscar for Best Cinematography.
Coach Carter (2005) – Sports/Drama
For fans of: Remember the Titans, Glory Road, Lean on Me
Samuel L. Jackson stars as a tough-love coach in this NAACP Image Award-winning story of discipline and transformation.
Exodus (1960) – Historical/Drama
For fans of: Lawrence of Arabia, Munich, The Ten Commandments
Paul Newman stars in this Oscar-winning epic about the founding of Israel, scored by Ernest Gold.
Scrooged (1988) – Comedy/Fantasy
For fans of: Elf, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Gremlins
Bill Murray’s sardonic take on Dickens earned BAFTA recognition for its eerie and inventive makeup.
Flushed Away (2006) – Animation/Adventure
For fans of: Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, Ratatouille
Aardman and DreamWorks team up for this BAFTA-winning sewer caper with snappy humor and claymation charm.
The Karate Kid (Parts I, II and III) – Sports/Coming-of-Age
For fans of: Rocky, Cobra Kai, Rudy
Daniel LaRusso learns discipline and resilience in this iconic martial arts saga, with Oscar-nominated performances and enduring legacy.
Shake Hands with the Devil (2007) – Historical/Drama
For fans of: Hotel Rwanda, The Constant Gardener, The Mauritanian
General Roméo Dallaire’s account of the Rwandan genocide won Best Actor at Cannes and remains a harrowing watch.
Frank Capra’s A Hole in the Head (1959) – Comedy/Drama
For fans of: It’s a Wonderful Life, The Apartment, Mr. Deeds
Frank Sinatra stars in this Capra comedy, which won the Oscar for Best Original Song (“High Hopes”).
Sabrina (1954) – Romance/Comedy
For fans of: Roman Holiday, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Philadelphia Story
Audrey Hepburn charms in this Oscar-winning tale of love, class, and transformation.
Critically Acclaimed Films
Back to the Future Trilogy (1985–1990) – Sci-Fi/Adventure
For fans of: Bill & Ted, The Goonies, Doctor Who
Marty McFly and Doc Brown travel across decades in a DeLorean in this beloved trilogy that mixes time travel, teen comedy, and emotional resonance with iconic performances and endlessly quotable moments.
Mickey 17 (2025) – Sci-Fi/Thriller
For fans of: Moon, Snowpiercer, The Platform
Robert Pattinson stars as a disposable clone on a hostile planet in Bong Joon-ho’s genre-blending adaptation of Edward Ashton’s novel, exploring identity, labor, and the psychological toll of being endlessly replaceable.
Three Days of the Condor (1975) – Thriller/Conspiracy
For fans of: The Conversation, All the President’s Men, Enemy of the State
Robert Redford uncovers a CIA plot in this taut, paranoid thriller of the post-Watergate era.
Hero (2002) – Action/Drama
For fans of: Crouching Tiger, House of Flying Daggers, The Assassin
Zhang Yimou’s visually stunning wuxia epic explores truth, sacrifice, and national unity.
The Holiday (2006) – Romance/Comedy
For fans of: Love Actually, You’ve Got Mail, Something’s Gotta Give
Two women swap homes and find love in this polished, feel-good rom-com from Nancy Meyers.
In & Out (1997) – Comedy/Satire
For fans of: The Birdcage, Election, Soapdish
Kevin Kline stars in this sharp satire of Hollywood, identity, and small-town scandal.
Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004) – Fantasy/Dark Comedy
For fans of: Coraline, Matilda, The Addams Family
Jim Carrey leads this visually rich adaptation of the gothic children’s series.
Little Dorrit – Part 1 & Part 2 (2008) – Drama/Period
For fans of: Bleak House, North & South, The Crown
This Emmy and BAFTA-winning Dickens adaptation explores debt, class, and redemption with sweeping scope.
On the Beach (1959) – Drama/Post-Apocalyptic
For fans of: Fail Safe, The Road, Testament
A haunting Cold War drama about nuclear fallout and final days in Australia.
The Stranger (1946) – Thriller/Noir
For fans of: The Third Man, Double Indemnity, The Big Sleep
Orson Welles directs and stars in this postwar noir about a Nazi hiding in plain sight.
The Saint (1997) – Action/Spy
For fans of: Mission: Impossible, The Bourne Identity, Ronin
Val Kilmer dons disguises and dodges danger in this stylish espionage reboot.
The Great Gatsby (1974) – Drama/Romance
For fans of: The Age of Innocence, Atonement, The Remains of the Day
Robert Redford and Mia Farrow headline this lush adaptation of Fitzgerald’s classic.
Paint Your Wagon (1969) – Musical/Western
For fans of: Oklahoma!, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Calamity Jane
Clint Eastwood and Lee Marvin sing and scheme in this ambitious frontier musical.
Paris When It Sizzles (1964) – Romance/Meta-Comedy
For fans of: Funny Face, Charade, The Player
Audrey Hepburn and William Holden spoof Hollywood tropes in this self-aware romantic romp.
The Pleasure of His Company (1961) – Comedy/Family
For fans of: Father of the Bride, The Courtship of Eddie’s Father, The Parent Trap
Fred Astaire returns to charm his daughter’s wedding in this sophisticated comedy of remarriage.
The Friend (2025) – Drama/Ensemble
For fans of: Mass, The Farewell, The Big Chill
A group of estranged friends reunite after a shared loss, confronting old wounds and buried truths in this emotionally layered chamber piece.
Opus (2025) – Drama/Music
For fans of: Tár, Whiplash, Amadeus
A brilliant but volatile conductor prepares for a career-defining performance while grappling with legacy, obsession, and the cost of genius.
Cult Favourites
Thieves’ Highway (1949) – Noir/Drama
For fans of: The Asphalt Jungle, Night and the City, Detour
A returning veteran gets tangled in corruption and revenge in this gritty, rediscovered noir classic.
Happy Christmas (2014) – Indie/Drama
For fans of: Frances Ha, Drinking Buddies, Tiny Furniture
Anna Kendrick stars in Joe Swanberg’s mumblecore holiday drama about boundaries, creativity, and messy family dynamics.
Mr. Peabody and Sherman (2014) – Animation/Adventure
For fans of: Meet the Robinsons, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, The Incredibles
A genius dog and his adopted boy travel through history in this time-hopping animated romp with cult appeal.
Snow Day (2000) – Comedy/Family
For fans of: Max Keeble’s Big Move, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Are We There Yet?
A surprise blizzard turns a school-free day into a chaotic adventure in this nostalgic winter comedy.
Surviving Christmas (2004) – Comedy/Holiday
For fans of: Deck the Halls, Four Christmases, Christmas with the Kranks
Ben Affleck pays a family to host him for the holidays in this oddball seasonal satire turned cult curiosity.
What’s New Pussycat? (1965) – Comedy/Farce
For fans of: Casino Royale (1967), The Party, A Shot in the Dark
Peter Sellers and Woody Allen collide in this swinging sixties sex farce with slapstick chaos and mod flair.
Smokey and the Bandit (1977) – Action/Comedy
For fans of: Cannonball Run, Convoy, The Dukes of Hazzard
Burt Reynolds outruns the law in this CB-era chase comedy packed with Southern charm and high-speed hijinks.
Barefoot in the Park (1967) – Romantic/Comedy
For fans of: The Goodbye Girl, The Odd Couple, When Harry Met Sally
Neil Simon’s newlywed comedy pairs Jane Fonda and Robert Redford in a breezy, charming Manhattan romance.
Clash of the Titans (2010) – Fantasy/Adventure
For fans of: 300, Troy, The Legend of Hercules
Sam Worthington leads a star-studded cast in this CGI-laden remake of the 1981 cult classic.