As the weekend begins, many people are gearing up for a variety of activities, and one option worth considering is settling in with a good film.

Whether you're drawn into a comedy that will have you laughing out loud, a thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat, or a romantic story, there's nothing quite like a movie or series that leaves you thoroughly entertained.

Here are the top ten new releases of 2024.

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Emily in Paris

The fourth season of ‘Emily in Paris’ has just dropped its first five episodes on August 15. This season delves deeper into Emily's life as she finds herself more connected to Paris and her friendships.

However, romance is still in the air as she faces a tough choice between Alfie and Gabriel, all while searching for Camille, who mysteriously disappeared after her shocking revelations last season.

The Clean Up Crew

In this dark comedy, Siobhan, the owner of Good Life Cleaners, and her crew stumble upon a suitcase full of cash at a murder scene. Despite knowing the risks, they decide to take the money, leading to a chaotic chase by Gabriel, a quirky crime boss, and corrupt cops.

The film is filled with tension and dark humor, especially from Gabriel's eccentric character.

Oddity

This is an Irish Horror film that follows Darcy played by Carolyn Bracken, a blind clairvoyant who seeks the truth behind her twin sister Dani's murder. As Darcy investigates, she discovers that Dani's husband, Ted Timmis, a psychiatrist, was behind the crime. The story takes a supernatural twist as Darcy uncovers the truth, leading to a terrifying confrontation that keeps viewers on edge.

The Union

‘The Union’ is an action-packed film starring Mark Wahlberg as Mike McKenna, a construction worker who reconnects with his high school sweetheart, Roxanne Hall, played by Halle Berry, now a secret agent.

Recruited to assist in a critical mission, Mike navigates through international threats while rekindling his romance with Roxanne, blending humor and action into an exciting adventure.

Crescent City

This thriller stars Alec Baldwin and Terrence Howard as they unravel a mystery in a small Southern town terrorised by a ruthless serial killer.

As the body count rises, everyone becomes a suspect, including the local authorities. The chief detective, haunted by his past, must solve the case before it's too late.

The Duel

Starring Dylan Sprouse as Colin, ‘The Duel’ tells the story of betrayal and revenge. After discovering that his best friend Woody has been having an affair with his girlfriend, Colin challenges him to a duel to the death. This tense drama basically explores themes of honour and revenge.

One Fast Move

In this emotional drama, KJ Apa stars as Wes Neal, a young man striving to become a professional motorcycle racer. Estranged from his father, Wes reconnects with him for support. With the help of a motorcycle store owner, Wes starts to break down the emotional barriers that have kept him from achieving his dreams.

Find me falling

It is about a story of American rock star John Allman, after his latest album flops, he moves to a remote cliffside house in Cyprus. Shortly after his arrival, he witnesses a suicide and learns from local police captain Manoli that the cliff is a known suicide hotspot.

John settles into his new life, meets Melina, a shop girl who turns out to be the daughter of Sia, a woman he once loved. Tensions rise when Sia discovers John's past involvement with Melina and believes he is cheating on her.

Incoming

This is a teen comedy which follows Benj, an incoming freshman eager for a fresh start, who aims to impress his crush, Bailey, at a high school party. His friends Eddie, Connor, and Koosh join him, each with their own aspirations. At the party, Benj navigates social mistakes, including a fight involving their chemistry teacher, Mr. Studebaker, and a chaotic encounter with a drunk girl named Katrina.

As Benj grows popular, he succumbs to peer pressure and tries ketamine, causing a rough end to the night.

Garfield Movie

It is an animated comedy about Garfield (Chris Pratt) an overweight orange tabby cat, and his dog friend Odie are kidnapped by two dogs and taken to an abandoned shop. They are rescued by Garfield's estranged father, Vic, who Garfield hates for abandoning him as a kitten. Vic, Garfield, and Odie are forced by Jinx, a vengeful Persian cat, into stealing milk from Lactose Farms as compensation for her imprisonment.

Jon, Garfield's owner, notices their disappearance and struggles to find help. Vic and Garfield, along with Odie, penetrate the heavily guarded farm with the help of Otto. Conflicts arise between Vic and Garfield, but Vic’s explanation of his abandonment helps Garfield forgive him.