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- The best movies coming to Netflix in June, from Hitchcock classics to a doc on the OceanGate disaster (businessinsider.com)
Movie Mania: Your June Netflix Streaming Guide
June is bursting with exciting new additions to Netflix, from suspenseful classics to gripping documentaries and hilarious comedies. Here’s a look at what’s coming to your screen:
Hitchcock’s Finest:
Starting June 1st, settle in for a suspenseful ride with six Alfred Hitchcock classics, including iconic films like “The Birds,” “Rear Window,” and “Vertigo.” This is a perfect opportunity to experience the Master of Suspense’s genius or revisit your favorite thrillers. The full lineup includes: “The Birds,” “Family Plot,” “Frenzy,” “The Man Who Knew Too Much,” “Rear Window,” and “Vertigo.”
More Must-See Movies (Available June 1st):
- “Barbarian”: If Hitchcock isn’t chilling enough, this acclaimed horror film follows a young woman’s terrifying experience with a not-so-perfect Airbnb.
- “The Blues Brothers”: A classic musical comedy featuring “SNL” alums Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi on a mission from God.
- “Focus”: Will Smith and Margot Robbie star in this clever dramedy about a seasoned con artist and his aspiring protégé.
- “The Great Outdoors”: Perfect for summer viewing, this 1980s comedy starring Dan Aykroyd and John Candy follows two families on a chaotic vacation.
- “Now You See Me”: A team of illusionists uses their skills for elaborate heists in this thrilling caper. The sequel is also available.
- “The Town”: Ben Affleck directs and stars in this Boston-based crime thriller about a crew planning a daring Fenway Park heist.
- “Us”: Jordan Peele’s chilling horror film stars Lupita Nyong’o as a woman facing her terrifying doppelganger.
Documentaries to Dive Into:
- “Piece by Piece” (June 7th): A unique biopic told through Lego animation, chronicling the life and career of Pharrell Williams.
- “Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy” (June 10th): A look into the tragic events of the 2021 Astroworld Music Festival, focusing on the survivors, paramedics, and security personnel caught in the crowd crush.
- “Titan: The OceanGate Disaster” (June 11th): This documentary examines the events leading to the implosion of the Titan submersible and explores the vision of OceanGate founder Stockton Rush.