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Saturday, October 17, 2026
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Top Small Screen Choices: 7 Can't-Miss Movies This Week

Top Selection

This Satirical Thriller

Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+


The Woman in Cabin 10 Film

This suspenseful mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, Netflix


Presence Film

The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema


Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4


This Creepy Thriller

Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the youth frightened. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4


The Eyes of Tammy Faye

In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4


This Espionage Thriller

This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere

JH
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Juan Hamilton

Eleanor Hayes is a food writer and local market enthusiast based in Manchester, exploring the best of British artisan food and drink.

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