The Best of Film and TV: What’s Coming in April
Attention film and TV buffs! April is almost here, and you know what that means – new shows and movies to add to your watchlist.
We’ve rounded up the most anticipated releases of the month, so you don’t have to dig through endless lists to find the best ones. Whether you’re into action-packed blockbusters, binge-worthy dramas, or feel-good comedies, there’s something for everyone. So grab your popcorn and get ready for a month full of great entertainment.
Black Mirror: Season 7
On 10 April, Black Mirror will return with six thrilling new episodes, including a sequel to a Season 4 episode. Known for its mind-bending storytelling and unsettling take on technology, the anthology series originally debuted on Channel 4 in 2011 before moving to Netflix in 2016, where it gained a global following.
Netflix gave fans their first look at Black Mirror Season 7 with a trailer released on 13 March. The teaser hinted at a fresh batch of dark, thought-provoking stories, touching on themes like video games, body augmentation, and the ever-blurring line between humanity and technology. So while plot details remain heavily under wraps, the footage suggests another season filled with psychological tension, dystopian speculation, and unexpected twists and turns.
Perhaps most exciting for longtime fans is the upcoming sequel episode, which will revisit the world of a Season 4 story. Though Netflix has yet to confirm specifics, it’s safe to assume that some familiar characters will return, bringing new layers to a previously explored narrative.
Doctor Who: Season 2
The Doctor is back! Doctor Who returns to our screens on 12 April, bringing an action-packed new season filled with adventure, danger, and unexpected twists. This time, the Doctor embarks on a critical mission to bring Belinda back to Earth – but something powerful stands in their way, making the journey far more perilous than expected.
As always, the season will be packed with thrilling encounters, mysterious new threats, and plenty of classic Doctor Who excitement. Fans can expect the Doctor to face formidable enemies, both old and new, as they navigate the challenges of their latest adventure.
Looking ahead, Season 2 will introduce a brand-new Doctor – Belinda Chandra – played by Andor star Varada Sethu. And that’s not all. Throughout the season, familiar faces from past episodes will make surprise appearances, adding even more excitement for longtime fans.
The Last of Us: Season 2
The Last of Us is officially back for Season 2, premiering on 13 April – and fans couldn’t be more excited. The first season was a massive hit, earning an impressive 24 Emmy nominations and taking home eight wins, solidifying its place as one of the most critically acclaimed video game adaptations ever.
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey return as Joel and Ellie, bringing back the emotional depth and chemistry that made the first season so unforgettable. But things won’t be the same this time around. The teaser trailer, released by MAX on 8 March, gave fans a glimpse of the tension growing between Joel and Ellie, hinting at darker and more complex storylines ahead. It also introduced Abby, a key character from The Last of Us Part II game, whose presence is sure to shake things up in major ways.
With the story expanding and plenty of ground left to cover from the game, The Last of Us won’t be wrapping up anytime soon. The series is expected to span multiple seasons, allowing time to fully explore the game’s intense and emotional narrative. If Season 1 was any indication, viewers should be prepared for gut-wrenching twists, gripping action, and moments that will stick with them long after the credits roll.
Andor: Season 2
Andor Season 2 is officially landing on Disney+ on 22 April and Star Wars fans have plenty to be excited about! Set during the same era as Star Wars: Rebels, the series continues to explore the tense, dangerous early days of the Rebellion. With both shows sharing a timeline, there’s growing speculation that Andor may cross paths with Rebels, especially since a few familiar faces are rumored to make an appearance.
This season will dive deeper into the formation of the Rebel Alliance, showing how scattered resistance efforts begin to unite against the Empire’s growing power. Cassian Andor’s journey is expected to take a darker, more intense turn as he moves closer to becoming the battle-hardened leader we met in Rogue One.
So far, details about Season 2 have been kept tightly under wraps, adding to the anticipation. Lucasfilm has been careful not to reveal too much, letting the mystery build. But if the first season was anything to go by, fans can expect gripping storytelling, high-stakes action, and a raw, grounded look at the fight for freedom in a galaxy ruled by the Empire.
The Rehearsal: Season 2
Nathan Fielder’s mind-bending dark comedy returns to HBO and Max on 20 April with six brand-new episodes. HBO recently dropped a brief 20-second teaser, offering just enough to spark curiosity without giving too much away. The trailer kept things deliberately vague, but one standout shot featured Fielder holding a laptop while overseeing five people – hinting at another season of elaborate social experiments and uncomfortable, thought-provoking scenarios.
This season is expected to dive even deeper into the themes explored in the first, with scenes that revisit and recontextualise past moments, piecing everything together in ways that will make last season’s twists feel even more deliberate. Fans can likely expect more layers of reality-blurring storytelling, where the lines between rehearsal and real life become even more difficult to define.
Your Friends and Neighbours: Season 1
Premiering 11 April on Apple TV+, Your Friends and Neighbours is a gripping new thriller that peels back the curtain on wealth, deception, and the dark secrets lurking behind closed doors.
The series follows a once-successful hedge fund manager who, after being fired in disgrace and reeling from a messy divorce, finds himself desperate and directionless. With his lavish lifestyle slipping away, he resorts to robbing the homes of his ultra-rich neighbors in the exclusive Westmont Village community. At first, it seems like an easy way to stay afloat – until he stumbles upon something far more dangerous than he ever anticipated.
As he delves deeper into the hidden affairs, betrayals, and power struggles of Westmont’s elite, he realises that the people he once envied may be harboring far darker secrets than he does. What starts as a means of survival quickly turns into a deadly game, where knowing too much could cost him everything.
A Minecraft Movie
The world of Minecraft is about to hit the big screen on April 4 with the release of A Minecraft Movie.
For those who aren’t familiar, Minecraft is a sandbox game owned by Microsoft that drops players into a blocky, limitless world where they must build, explore, and survive. The movie follows four misfits who are unexpectedly sucked through a portal into this strange and whimsical land.
While they’re used to facing everyday struggles in the real world, they quickly realise that surviving in the Minecraft universe requires more than just imagination – it takes teamwork and problem-solving. To get back home, they’ll have to figure out how this new world works and work together to find a way out.
Packed with adventure, humor, and plenty of the creativity that made Minecraft a worldwide hit, this movie is sure to be a fun ride for fans of the game and newcomers alike.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, the third and final film in the prequel trilogy, fans are in for a treat as the iconic movie is getting a special release to complete the collection.
Set a few years after the onset of the Clone Wars, Revenge of the Sith marks the tragic conclusion of the prequel trilogy. The film focuses on the fall of the once-noble Jedi Order, as it is betrayed and decimated, forcing survivors like Obi-Wan Kenobi and Jedi Master Yoda into exile. At a time when the Jedi have been thrust into the role of generals, leading the Clone Army in a galaxy-wide war against the Separatists, the dark Sith reveal a long-hidden scheme that has been brewing for a thousand years – aiming to seize control of the galaxy once and for all.
This action-packed chapter explores the rise of the Sith and the devastating shift in the galaxy’s balance of power, marking the end of an era and setting the stage for the rise of the Empire.
Until Dawn
A chilling new horror movie is hitting cinemas on 23 April, and it’s sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
One year after the mysterious disappearance of her sister Melanie, Clover, along with a group of friends, decides to venture into the remote valley where her sister vanished. Determined to uncover the truth and find answers, they explore an abandoned visitor center, only to find themselves stalked by a masked killer who picks them off one by one.
But just when it seems like all hope is lost, Clover and her friends wake up to find themselves back at the beginning of the same evening, forced to relive the night over and over again. Trapped in a nightmarish loop, they must confront the killer repeatedly – each time facing a more twisted, horrifying version of the threat. As the group’s attempts to escape grow more desperate, they realize they only have a limited number of deaths before their chances run out. Their only shot at surviving and breaking free lies in staying alive long enough to make it through until dawn.
This tense horror flick promises to deliver thrills, suspense, and an increasingly terrifying cat-and-mouse game with a killer who only grows more menacing with each cycle. Can Clover and her friends survive the night? You’ll have to wait until 23 April to find out.
Sinners
In his latest role, Michael B. Jordan takes on a dual role in the highly anticipated film Sinners, set against the backdrop of the 1930s South during the Jim Crow era. Jordan portrays twin brothers who return to their hometown, only to find that a much darker, more sinister force awaits them. As the brothers confront the eerie reality of their past, they soon realize that the horrors they face are unlike anything they’ve encountered before.
The premise of Sinners is shrouded in mystery, and the first trailer offers a glimpse into the chilling atmosphere of the film. In one striking moment, one of Jordan’s characters reflects on the unimaginable horrors he’s witnessed throughout his travels, saying, “I’ve traveled all over this world. I’ve seen men die in ways I never knew were possible. Of all the things that I’ve witnessed, I’ve never seen demons, ghosts, or magic… until now.”
With this cryptic line, the trailer sets the tone for a gripping and supernatural tale, blending historical tension with otherworldly terror. As the brothers face off against a force beyond their understanding, they’ll have to confront not only the evils of the time but also something far more ancient and powerful. Sinners promises to be an intense, thought-provoking thriller, blending history, mystery, and the supernatural in a way audiences won’t soon forget.
