This Week’s Streaming Highlights: Dolly Parton’s Rock Debut, ‘The Crown’ Resurfaces, ‘Rustin’ Inspires

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Catch the latest in entertainment across various streaming platforms, featuring Colman Domingo’s remarkable portrayal in the civil rights-focused film “Rustin” and Dolly Parton’s foray into rock music. “The Big Big News” entertainment team also recommends a series where iconic monsters like Godzilla and King Kong come to life, the fifth installment of the Persona video game series, and the much-awaited return of the historical drama series “The Crown.”

Upcoming Streaming Films

• “Rustin” on Netflix: Colman Domingo stars in this powerful Netflix drama, premiering on November 17. It tells the story of civil rights leader Bayard Rustin, focusing on his pivotal role in organizing the 1963 March on Washington. Directed by George C. Wolfe and produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground, this film offers a deep dive into Rustin’s life, his challenges as an openly gay man, and his legacy in the civil rights movement. AP’s Mark Kennedy commends Domingo’s multi-faceted performance in his review.

• “Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain” on Peacock: The “Saturday Night Live” trio, Ben Marshall, John Higgins, and Martin Herlihy, make their feature film debut in this Paul Briganti-directed and Judd Apatow-produced comedy. Streaming from November 17 on Peacock, the film combines absurd humor with a whimsical adventure, featuring cameos from Bowen Yang and a scene-stealing Conan O’Brien.

• Noir and Western Classics on Criterion Channel and TCM: November 17 brings a celebration of noir and western films, with the Criterion Channel showcasing its “Women of the West” series. Highlights include Marlene Dietrich in “Rancho Notorious” and Joan Crawford’s iconic role in “Johnny Guitar.”

New Music Releases

• Danny Brown’s “Quaranta”: The inventive rapper Danny Brown returns with “Quaranta,” his sixth studio album. Known for his unique style, the album promises a mix of personal and avant-garde rap, following his 2019 hit “Uknowhatimsayin¿.”

• Evanescence’s “Fallen” Remastered: Celebrating 20 years since its release, Evanescence’s influential album “Fallen” receives a remastered version, resonating with a new generation of fans while retaining its original essence.

New Series Premieres

• “NCIS: Sydney” on CBS and Paramount+: The franchise’s first international spin-off, “NCIS: Sydney,” debuts on CBS, following a team of U.S. and Australian officers in the Indo Pacific region.

• “A Murder at the End of the World” on FX on Hulu: A gripping new limited series, featuring Emma Corrin as a detective investigating a mysterious death at a billionaire’s retreat.

• “The Crown” Season 6 on Netflix: The acclaimed series returns with its sixth season, exploring the relationship dynamics within the royal family, particularly focusing on Princess Diana and Prince Charles.

• “Drive with Swizz Beatz” on Hulu: Swizz Beatz explores global car culture alongside his son in this new docuseries.

• “Julia” Season 2 on Max: Sarah Lancashire reprises her role as Julia Child, facing new challenges in her culinary career and personal life.

• “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” on Apple TV+: A MonsterVerse series featuring Kurt and Wyatt Russell in a world where legendary monsters like Godzilla and King Kong exist.

• “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off” on Netflix: An anime adaptation of the popular “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World” movie, featuring the original film cast’s voices.

Video Game Releases

• Persona 5 Tactica: The latest addition to the Persona 5 universe, available on multiple platforms, combines role-playing with strategic combat in a dystopian setting.

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