Pick of the new releases
The best new shows to enjoy this week on streaming services...
The Murder of Arthur Labinjo-hughes: A Faking It Special Monday 24 October
In December, Birmingham couple Thomas Hughes and Emma Tustin were found guilty of killing Hughes’ sixyear-old son, Arthur. Experts reveal how body language gave them away.
Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities Tuesday 25 October
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro curates an anthology of horror stories and introduces each of the eight episodes. Andrew Lincoln, Rupert Grint and Peter Weller are among the cast.
Pervert: Hunting the Strip Search Caller Tuesday 25 October
True-crime docuseries about a hoax caller who targeted fast-food restaurants in America. Posing as a police officer, he instructed managers to strip-search female employees.
The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans Tuesday 25 October
The drag competition returns with former contestants competing for a $100,000 prize and a spot on the franchise’s upcoming world tour.
The Good Nurse Wednesday 26 October
Thriller with Jessica Chastain and Eddie Redmayne. See feature, page 17.
The Mysterious Benedict Society Wednesday 26 October
Season two. The gifted orphans who were recruited by the eccentric Mr Benedict (Tony Hale) attempt to save the world from the nefarious plans of his twin brother, Dr LD Curtain (also Hale).
Fugitive: The Curious Case of Carlos Ghosn Wednesday 26 October
Documentary about former Nissan and Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn, who is now a fugitive following alleged abuse of corporate assets and money laundering.
Tales of the Jedi Wednesday 26 October
Animated series exploring Jedis from the era of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. The six episodes are split into two ‘paths’ – one following Ahsoka Tano and the other Count Dooku before his fall to the Dark Side.
Grey’s Anatomy Wednesday 26 October
Glee’s Harry Shum Jr and Inventing Anna’s Alexis Floyd join the cast for season 19 of the hospital drama, which sees the arrival of some new interns.
Dubai Bling Thursday 27 October
Reality series on millionaires in Dubai. Lavish parties, private jets and highend fashion are part of everyday life.
The Devil’s Hour Friday 28 October
Horror thriller starring Jessica Raine and Peter Capaldi. See feature, page 14.
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent Friday 28 October
Nicolas Cage plays a fictionalised version of himself in this action comedy.
After accepting $1 million to attend the birthday party of a dangerous superfan (Pedro Pascal) in Majorca, Cage is recruited by the CIA.
Run Sweetheart Run Friday 28 October
Thriller. A woman (Resident Evil’s Ella Balinska) tries to get home alive after her blind date (Game of Thrones’ Pilou Asbaek) turns violent.
Louis Armstrong’s Black & Blues Friday 28 October
An intimate look at the life of one of the most influential figures in jazz told through archive footage and neverbefore-heard home recordings.
All Quiet on the Western Front Friday 28 October
German film based on Erich Maria Remarque’s classic novel of a young German soldier on the Western Front in World War One and how his initial euphoria turns into desperation.
Wendell & Wild Friday 28 October
Animated fantasy about scheming demon brothers who enlist a teen to help summon them to the Land of the Living.
The voice cast includes Keeganmichael Key and Jordan Peele.
The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself Friday 28 October
Fantasy drama based on the novel series by Sally Green. It centres on 16year-old Nathan (Jay Lycurgo), the illegitimate son of a dangerous witch, who struggles to discover
his true identity.
If Only Friday 28 October
Spanish romantic drama. Ten years into her marriage, a 30-year-old woman gets the chance to relive the past decade when a glitch in time sends her back to 10 years earlier.
Big Mouth Friday 28 October
Season six of the adult animated comedy. Teenage friends find their lives upended by the physical wonders and horrors of puberty.
Star Trek: Prodigy Friday 28 October
Animated Star Trek spin-off series aimed at younger audiences. In the second part of season one, a motley crew of young aliens navigate a Starfleet ship through the galaxy.
Sunday, 5.45pm, BBC1
FIONA BRUCE AND the team are at London’s Alexandra Palace for a special programme celebrating the BBC’S 100th anniversary, with celebrity guests and items of TV memorabilia including the original
Mastermind chair and some of the oufits worn by Anita Dobson as
Eastenders icon Angie Watts.