The Expendables Returns With a New Sequel, While John Wick Gets a Prequel
 | | Hi, there! The weekend is finally here, and it is action-packed—thanks to two premieres set in the worlds of The Expendables and John Wick. First is a new installment in Sylvester Stallone's movie franchise, with his team once again saving the world from terrorists, while the second is a prequel series taking place before Keanu Reeves' titular character became a revenge-filled vigilante. Plus, here are 16 of the best movies from the Fall Festival circuit to get you ready for the season. | |  | Weekend Premieres |
|  | | Expend4bles | | The action-packed franchise led by Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone adds 50 Cent, Megan Fox and more to the sprawling ensemble as the titular team is tasked with stopping a terrorist organization from igniting a new cold war between Russia and the U.S. | | Add to watchlist |
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|  | | The Continental: From the World of John Wick | | This prequel series goes back in time to 1975 to show how the iconic hotel became a meeting point for the world's most dangerous criminals while a young version of Ian McShane's character, Winston, charts a deadly course through the mysterious underworld of New York City. | | Where to watch |
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|  | | Krapopolis | | Set in ancient Greece, this animated series from creator Dan Harmon follows a group of humans, gods and monsters voiced by the likes of Richard Ayoade, Matt Berry and Hannah Waddingham as they try to manage one of the world's first major metropolises. Premieres Sunday. | | Add to watchlist |
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| - Starring Emma Stone, the biopic depicted a 1970s feud between two sports icons.
- Released in 2017, it marked Stone's second time starring in the same film as Steve Carrell.
- Coming out 13 years after Wimbledon and four years before King Richard, it's one of the few movies about the world of tennis.
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|  | | Our Flags Mean Death | | Ahead of the comedy series' return on Oct. 5, Max released an extended preview of what's in store for would-be pirate Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby) and the infamous Captain Blackbeard (executive producer Taika Waititi) as the two navigate love, hijinks and the high seas. | | View Trailer |
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|  | | The Standard London | It’s Giving: Where your coolest friend would stay. It’s peng (IYKYK).
Dreamy Location: King’s Cross in London, UK
The Standard’s first hotel outside of the U.S. is just a two-minute walk from King’s Cross Station, a.k.a Platform 9 ¾.
Luxury Accommodations:
Feel at home in one of their 266 rooms ranging from Cosy Core studios in the heart of the building, warm and woodsy suites inspired by California with unique amenities like: Peloton bikes upon request, a Stutterheim raincoat for when it gets a little too London-y, and even a sneaker cleaning service, or terrace suites with an outdoor bathtub overlooking jaw-dropping metropolis views.
Instaworthy Activities:
You’d want to pencil in a night at The Rooftop even if you weren’t staying at The Standard. Offering stunning panoramic city views at the heart of King’s Cross, The Rooftop is the perfect spot for outdoor cocktails and bubbles on tap. If you’re looking for a moodier aesthetic, The Library Lounge is home to panel discussions and a fully equipped recording booth and DJ set-up for live musical performances. We’d be remiss not to include Sweeties, a cocktail bar turned late-night discotheque lounge with floor-to-ceiling views. Honestly, you’ll probably just want to spend your whole trip on property. |  |  | | Award-Winning Shows Based in London to Watch Before Your Trip |  | | The Crown | | This decades-spanning awards show darling shares the inside story of two of the most famous addresses in the world – Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street – and the political and personal events that shaped their reign. | | Where to watch |
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|  | | Fleabag | | An unnamed London woman cheekily brings audiences into her messy and charming world as she navigates grief, love, family dysfunction, and a hot priest in Pheobe Waller-Bridge’s two-season masterpiece. | | Where to watch |
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|  | | Bodyguard | | After helping thwart a terrorist attack, a war veteran is assigned to protect a politician who was a key player of the very conflict he fought against. This 6-episode political thriller led by Game of Thrones’ Richard Madden might just be Netflix’s best-kept secret. | | Where to watch |
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|  | Coming Soonish |
| 🌛 Everyone is dreaming of Nicolas Cage in A24’s Dream Scenario trailer.
💃 Prime Video delays release of Donald Glover & Maya Erskine’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
😋 Paramount+ sets release date for Kenan Thompson & Kel Mitchell-Led Good Burger 2 sequel.
🏀 Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty canceled after two seasons on HBO.
🍝 Get a first look at the animated feature adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Twits coming to Netflix. | | Guess the Movie Answer | | Released in theaters on Sept. 22, 2017, Battle of the Sexes told the real-life story of the 1973 tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs. |
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