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The 2026 Emmy nominations are out, and as expected, The Pitt and Hacks are leading the pack. But the real highlight for me is the 19 nominations for Matthew Rhys’ new series Widow’s Bay, which my coworkers and I have been obsessed with. If you haven't watched it yet, take this as your sign to start.
For even more movies and shows worth watching, check out today’s edition of Worth the Watch! I highlight my top 5 movies worth owning physical copies of and why DVDs and Blu-rays are suddenly cool again.
Keep reading to discover the best new releases across streaming and theaters this weekend. Happy viewing!
Yours,
John
Film & Television Content Manager @ Pix
Current 📺: Widow’s Bay | 🎥: Backrooms
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The Biggest Premieres of the Weekend
Whether you're planning a date night or a family movie night, the theater is calling your name this weekend.
The Invite
In theaters now
Joe and Angela's marriage is on thin ice. When they host a dinner party with their enigmatic upstairs neighbors, the night spirals into unexpected places. Olivia Wilde and Seth Rogen star as the couple, with Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton as the eccentric new friends. Watch our red carpet interview with Wilde!
Moana
In theaters now
Moana answers the Ocean's call, voyaging beyond the reef of Motunui alongside the demigod Maui to restore prosperity to her people—this time in live action. Catherine Lagaʻaia takes over the role of Moana opposite Dwayne Johnson as Maui, with Hamilton's Thomas Kail directing. Experience this familiar, feel-good story in a whole new way.
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Exclusive Interview: Little House on the Prairie
We sat down with Alice Halsey, Luke Bracey, Crosby Fitzgerald, and Skywalker Hughes to talk about stepping into one of the most recognizable families in American fiction. Season 1 of Little House on the Prairie is out now on Netflix! Watch our exclusive interview here!
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
Kimpton Taconic Hotel
The Vibe: Manchester, VT
The Location: Meads Bay, Anguilla
Instaworthy Accommodations:
In Manchester Village, Kimpton Taconic Hotel blends the charm of a classic New England inn with modern boutique comfort. The farmhouse-inspired design features warm wood accents, cozy fireplaces, and inviting spaces that feel right at home in Vermont’s countryside. Guests can explore nearby ski mountains, hiking trails, fly-fishing spots, and local shops before returning for farm-to-fork dining and craft cocktails at The Copper Grouse. Surrounded by year-round adventure, Kimpton Taconic Hotel offers a relaxed, quintessential Vermont escape. It’s the kind of place where mornings start with coffee on the porch and evenings end fireside.
Trailer of the Day
The Greatest
The world remembers Muhammad Ali as the greatest boxer of all time, but this series is an intimate look at the man behind that title: husband, father, brother, and son. Executive produced by his widow, Lonnie Ali, it's the first scripted series about his life. Streaming on Prime Video November 4.
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
The Delphi Hotel Downtown Los Angeles
The Vibe: An iconic address
The Location: Los Angeles, CA
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Anchoring a historic corner of Flower Street, The Delphi Hotel Downtown Los Angeles blends vintage character with a modern, creative spirit. Once the headquarters of Superior Oil, the building now hums with a new kind of energy—equal parts cultural hub and laid-back retreat. The spacious rooms offer a sense of calm rarely found downtown, with warm textures and a residential feel. Upstairs, escape to ÜCA Terraza, a rooftop oasis inspired by the vibrant beach clubs of Tulum. Steps from museums, restaurants, and architectural landmarks, The Delphi is an effortlessly cool, distinctly Los Angeles stay.
Guess the Movie: Poorly Explained Plots
A woman goes on a road trip to deal with her existential crisis.
Coming Soon
🪱 The official trailer for Dune: Part Three just dropped!
🩸 Liev Schreiber & Zazie Beetz’s new serial killer thriller has set a release date.
🎤 A Britney Spears biopic is in the works from the writer of Dying for Sex.
🌀 Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender animated movie is premiering July 25!
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