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Starring: Robert Downey Sr., Robert Downey Jr., Alan Arkin Where: Netflix Documentary on the life and career of late American filmmaker Robert Downey Sr., who made some of the most significant alt-comedy movies of the 1960s and 1970s. He also reflects on his often problematic relationship with his more-famous son.
His Dark Materials
Starring: Dafne Keen, Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy
Where: OSN+ from Dec. 6
The third and final season begins with the search for the heroine, Lyra, who has been kidnapped (or is being “protected,” depending whose side you’re on) by her mother. Meanwhile, her father, Lord Azriel, prepares for his showdown with the sinister Authority.
Lady Chatterley’s Lover
Starring: Emma Corrin, Jack O’Connell Where: Netflix Romantic drama based on the classic (and then-controversial) 1928 novel by D.H. Lawrence which tells the story of the relationship between the upperclass Lady Chatterley and a working-class man.
Last Role
Starring: Dina El-Sherbiny, Ahmed Saleh, Noha Abdeen, Maha Nassar Where: Shahid VIP
A young woman, Rawan, is accused of murdering her husband. Rawan is a diligent professional, but her personal life, particularly with her mother, has long been problematic. The twisty plotline will keep audiences guessing throughout the series.
My Name is Vendetta
Starring: Alessandro Gassmann, Remo Girone, Ginevra Francesconi Where: Netflix Italian revenge thriller in which Santo a former mafia enforcer is forced to flee his home when old enemies kill his wife and her brother. Together with his feisty daughter Sofia, Santo plots his revenge against the killers.