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New York Times Movies
Dec 21, 2025

Review: A ‘Picnic at Hanging Rock' Musical Is a Psychedelic Parable
At Greenwich House Theater, Greta Gertler Gold and Hilary Bell's stage adaptation of Joan Lindsay's novel hovers between reverie and reality.

New York Times Movies
Dec 21, 2025

Sydney Sweeney's Offscreen Image Contrasts With Progressive Onscreen Roles
Onscreen, she tends to play women fighting the patriarchy; offscreen the image she cultivates has meant conservatives consider her one of their own.

New York Times Movies
Dec 20, 2025

‘The BFG' Enchants With Puppets and Pantomime Spirit
There is plenty of stimulation for young theatergoers in the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved book.

New York Times Movies
Dec 20, 2025

As the ‘Avatar' Villain Varang, Oona Chaplin Blazes Her Own Fiery Path
She had been working with refugees and channeled her anger over their situation into the ferocious performance, which was filmed several years ago.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

Theodor Pistek, 93, Oscar-Winning ‘Amadeus' Costume Designer, Dies
A busy designer who worked on over 100 films, he was also a racecar driver and a painter of photorealistic works, many depicting cars and their operators.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

What We Know About Rob Reiner's Final Projects
The release of a "Spinal Tap" concert film that was filmed at Stonehenge has been delayed.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

Theodor Pistek, Oscar-Winning ‘Amadeus' Costume Designer, Dies at 93
A busy designer who worked on over 100 films, he was also a racecar driver and a painter of photorealistic works, many depicting cars and their operators.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

Carrie Coon and Tracy Letts Want to Get Under Your Skin
The couple are gearing up for the Broadway opening of "Bug," about a descent into paranoia and psychosis in a squalid motel room.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now
In this month's picks, torrents, trolls and time travel.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

Five Free Movies to Stream
The final column of the year looks at the end of things — the end of the world, the end of youth — along with an underrated holiday gem.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash': What to Remember Before Seeing the New Movie
The newest chapter in the saga of the Na'vi people continues to build their highly detailed world. Here's a guide to catch you up on the developments.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

‘Sorry, Baby,' ‘Lurker' and the Year's Great Under-the-Radar Streaming Films
Here are just a few of the year's finest indies, documentaries and international selections, available to stream at this very minute.

New York Times Movies
Dec 19, 2025

‘Breakdown: 1975' Remembers the Cinematic Voices of an Era
This documentary could be better, but it offers a helpful lesson for film fans new to the movies of that decade.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash' Review: By Land, by Water, by Air!
For the franchise's third movie, James Cameron throws in new creatures, new landscapes, melodramatic plot lines and big battle sequences. It's a lot.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

After Rob Reiner's ‘North' Flopped, He Proved He Could Take Criticism With Humor
Roger Ebert said he "hated, hated, hated, hated, hated" Reiner's 1994 film "North." The director took it in stride.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘Cover-Up' Review: Seymour Hersh, Scoops and Power
In their documentary, Laura Poitras ("Citzenfour") and Mark Obenhaus trace the career highs and lows of the famed investigative journalist.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

The Flop That Proved Rob Reiner Could Take Criticism With Humor
Roger Ebert said he "hated, hated, hated, hated, hated" Reiner's 1994 film "North." The director took it in stride.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' Review: Underwater Adventure
The latest installment to this entertainment juggernaut relies on a cheap, rote formula and easy gags to keep children engaged.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘Is This Thing On?' Review: When a Punchline Becomes a Lifeline
Will Arnett and Laura Dern add emotional heft to Bradley Cooper's intimate comedy about a separated spouse who finds solace in stand-up.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘The Housemaid' Review: Dusty Counters, Dirty Secrets
Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried star in a thriller that is best seen with a full house.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘The Housemaid' Review: Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried Lead Twisty Thriller
Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried star in a thriller that is best seen with a full house.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘David' Review: Preaching to the Choir
The story of David and Goliath is presented as a feel-good family epic in this animated musical released by the popular religious media company Angel Studios.

New York Times Movies
Dec 18, 2025

‘Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately?' Review: Becoming Big Stars
The band became a major success in 1993 with the hit "Mr. Jones." Since then, the group has done its best to keep rock music alive.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Rob Reiner's Younger Son Charged With Murder: What We Know
Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan and Others Remember Rob Reiner as a ‘Master Story Teller'
A group of prominent figures issued a statement memorializing Mr. Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner. "We were their friends, and we will miss them forever."

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Rob Reiner's Son Charged With Murder: What We Know
Nick Reiner has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

What We Know About Nick Reiner, Charged With Killing Rob and Michele Reiner
The son of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, who has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, has long struggled with drug addiction.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Christine Choy, Documentarian of Asian American Life, Dies at 76
Her film "Who Killed Vincent Chin?" earned an Oscar nomination in 1988 and was inducted into the National Film Registry for its cultural significance.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow and Zohran Mamdani Toast ‘Marty Supreme'
With orange beanies, a roast pig and a mayor-elect, the New York premiere of A24's buzzy Ping-Pong film was its own kind of flick.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Oscars Reach Deal With YouTube
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that it had reached a deal with YouTube for exclusive rights to the show starting in 2029.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

‘The Voice of Hind Rajab' Review: When Help Won't Arrive
Kaouther Ben Hania's dramatized feature about a Palestinian girl who is killed in Gaza City is both powerfully direct and purposefully removed.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

The Most Notable Movies of 2025
Across the newsroom, journalists picked their most notable movies from 2025.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

How Rob Reiner Created His Comedy Legacy
These moments from his movies brought the laughs, in many different ways.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Billy Crystal, Larry David and Others Remember Rob Reiner as a ‘Master Story Teller'
A group of prominent figures issued a statement memorializing Mr. Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner. "We were their friends, and we will miss them forever."

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Will the Oscars Make Room for ‘Difficult' Women for 2026's Best Actress Category?
Rose Byrne, Jennifer Lawrence and Amanda Seyfried give great performances as women who buck convention. But some voters prize ‘likability' above all else.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

Why Do Movies Keep Repeating the Same Joke About the Afterlife?
From the recent ‘Eternity' to classics like ‘Defending Your Life' and ‘Beetlejuice,' the gag remains the same: What if the next world worked just like this one?

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

‘Who Killed Santa Claus?': The Night Before Christmas in Occupied France
This 1941 comic murder mystery is back for a week in a sparkling restoration at Film Forum.

New York Times Movies
Dec 17, 2025

The 25 Most Notable Movies of 2025: ‘KPop Demon Hunters,' ‘Roofman' and More
We polled film fans in the newsroom. These are the titles that stuck with us this year.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

Rob Reiner's Son to Be Charged With Murder: What We Know
Nick Reiner will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, prosecutors said.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

What We Know About Nick Reiner, Accused of Killing Rob and Michele Reiner
The son of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, who has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, has long struggled with drug addiction.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

Nick Reiner, Charged in Deaths of His Parents: What We Know
The son of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, who has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, has long struggled with drug addiction.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

Oscar Shortlists: ‘Sinners,' ‘One Battle After Another' and ‘Wicked: for Good' Lead
The lineups, which Oscar voters will choose from next month, include the new casting category, which was largely a dress rehearsal for best picture.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

Rob Reiner Gave Us Great Reasons to Go to the Movies
"This Is Spinal Tap," "When Harry Met Sally …," "Misery": Reiner delivered an incredible number of accessible, original and adult movies that we still cherish.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

‘Beaches' Was a Novel. Then a Movie. Next, It'll Be a Broadway Musical.
A musical adaptation of the story will open at the Majestic Theater next spring. And yes, the score includes "Wind Beneath My Wings."

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

Who Is the Ultimate Onscreen Mr. Darcy From ‘Pride and Prejudice'?
Welcome to our Regency Thunderdome, where we will endeavor to answer this question once and for all.

New York Times Movies
Dec 16, 2025

The Best True Crime of 2025: ‘Predators" and More
Here are four highlights across TV, film and podcasting from the second half of the year.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Nick Reiner's Struggles With Drugs Left His Parents ‘Desperate'
Mr. Reiner, who was arrested in connection with the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, once estimated he had been in drug treatment 18 times as a teenager.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Rob Reiner Made Clear What He Believed In, Onscreen and Off
In films like "A Few Good Men," the director's ideas of honor and morality were stated as plainly as could be.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Rob Reiner: A Life in Pictures
The actor-turned-director spent decades at the forefront of the entertainment world.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

As Michael Stivic in ‘All in the Family,' Rob Reiner Brought Political Arguments Home
Reiner's "All in the Family" role didn't just capture the arguments of its time. It gave us a preview of our own.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Rob Reiner and Wife Found Stabbed to Death: What We Know
The director's family said that he and his wife, Michele, died on Sunday, and county jail records show that their son, Nick Reiner, was arrested.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Rob Reiner's Movies and TV Shows: ‘When Harry Met Sally,' ‘The Princess Bride' and More
He played one of the most memorable sitcom roles of the '70s before going on to direct a string of enduring movie classics. Here are some of his career highlights.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

The Berlin Film Festival Moves Forward Despite Challenges
The festival, which takes place in winter and late in the award season, has, in recent years, been somewhat overshadowed by its sister events in Cannes and Venice.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Renate Reinsve of ‘Sentimental Value', Talks Levity, Joachim Trier and Quantum Physics
"I would feel deflated if I couldn't go into something deeply existential and explore," said the Norwegian actress, who stars in the Oscar-buzzy "Sentimental Value."

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

‘The Emperor's New Groove' at 25: Kronk's Enduring Appeal
This millennial favorite wouldn't be the same without a certain sidekick.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

‘A Christmas Carol', ‘Dead Outlaw' and More Theater to Stream
Other picks include a family production of "The Snow Queen," the Broadway-bound "Every Brilliant Thing" and the acclaimed comedy "Sorry for Your Loss."

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Olivia Dean, Josh Johnson and Chase Infiniti Are Among Our 2025 Breakout Stars
Across the arts, these 10 performers took a leap of faith this year and stuck the landing in a big way.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

What We Know About Rob Reiner and His Death
The director's family said that he and his wife, Michele, had died on Sunday. The police said they had found two bodies at the Reiner home in Los Angeles.

New York Times Movies
Dec 15, 2025

Rob Reiner, Actor Who Went on to Direct Classic Films, Dies at 78
Mr. Reiner, who was in "All in the Family," directed films including "This Is Spinal Tap," "When Harry Met Sally …," "The Princess Bride" and "A Few Good Men."

New York Times Movies
Dec 14, 2025

‘Anna Christie' Review: Michelle Williams on the Waterfront
The actress stars in Thomas Kail's luminous revival of Eugene O'Neill's play about a woman whose past threatens her future.

New York Times Movies
Dec 14, 2025

Confirm or Deny: James Cameron Edition
The box office king sits for a lightning-round interview.

New York Times Movies
Dec 14, 2025

James Cameron Tempers His Temper and Channels His Inner Na'vi
Years after his Titanic tantrums, the "Avatar" director has "mellowed," says Sigourney Weaver. He calls it "marinating."

New York Times Movies
Dec 14, 2025

Tom Hanks on the Electrifying (and Terrifying) Experience of Writing a Play
The actor also stars in the Off Broadway production of "This World of Tomorrow," a yearslong project at the Shed through Dec. 21.

New York Times Movies
Dec 13, 2025

Peter Greene, ‘Pulp Fiction' and ‘The Mask' Actor, Dies at 60
Mr. Greene, who built a four-decade career uncannily portraying villains, was found dead in his apartment in Manhattan on Friday, his manager said.

New York Times Movies
Dec 13, 2025

The Year Hollywood Finally Confronted Our Political Moment
In movies like "Eddington," "Sinners," "Wake Up Dead Man" and others, filmmakers have at last wrapped their heads around how to explain this period.

New York Times Movies
Dec 13, 2025

41 Things That Stuck With Us in 2025
Aunt Gladys. Tyler, the Creator. That sex scene in "The Naked Gun." These are the things Culture staffers couldn't stop thinking about this year.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

Stream These 10 Movies and TV Shows Before They Leave Netflix in January
A ton of titles are expiring soon for U.S. subscribers. Catch them while you can, including a Scorsese classic and one of TV's most influential series.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

Taylor Swift's ‘The End of an Era': 5 Takeaways
The six-part Disney series goes behind the scenes of the pop star's record-breaking Eras Tour, revealing some of her creative processes and struggles.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

‘Wake Up Dead Man' | Anatomy of a Scene
The writer and director Rian Johnson narrates a sequence from his film.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

Watch an Ensemble Scene From ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'
The writer and director Rian Johnson narrates a sequence from his film.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

Everyone Hates SantaCon. He Made a Movie About It.
Seth Porges shows the event in all its raucousness, but he is also sympathetic to its origins.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

6 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you're a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

5 Children's Movies to Stream Now
This month's picks include an unexpected holiday adventure and a blockbuster body-swapping comedy.

New York Times Movies
Dec 12, 2025

‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' | Anatomy of a Scene
The writer and director Rian Johnson narrates a sequence from his film.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘Dust Bunny' Review: A World of Wonders, Familiar and Foreign
The movie, starring Sophie Sloan and Mads Mikkelsen, is a blast of visual delights.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘Afternoons of Solitude' Looks for Beauty in the Bloodshed of Bullfighting
Albert Serra's documentary "Afternoons of Solitude" seeks something transcendent in a tradition that many people, in Spain and elsewhere, find barbaric.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘Silent Night, Deadly Night' Review: A Slasher Gets a Giddy Reboot
This delightfully trashy entry in the seasonal subgenre follows a killer Santa with a heart, and a case of blood lust.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘Resurrection' Review: Bi Gan's Voyage Into Cinema
The Chinese director Bi Gan, who has become a lauded fixture on the festival circuit, conjures a boundary-pushing tale that evokes moviemaking itself.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘The King of Color' Review: He's Just Into Hue
In a new documentary, the creator of the Pantone system explains how he standardized colors across the globe.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘Ella McCay' Review: Right Girl, Wrong Time
James L. Brooks returns with a lieutenant governor comedy that might leave you more confused than amused.

New York Times Movies
Dec 11, 2025

‘Atropia' Review: No Escape From Reality
Alia Shawkat and Callum Turner fake it so real in this Army simulation exercise in the California desert.

New York Times Movies
Dec 10, 2025

Sundance 2026 Lineup Includes Charli XCX and Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde will also appear in two films, including one she directed, and the cast of "Little Miss Sunshine" will return for its 20th anniversary.

New York Times Movies
Dec 10, 2025

‘Merv' Review: Not Much to Gnaw On
Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox play a former couple who share a dog in this shaggy rom-com that fails its titular lead.

New York Times Movies
Dec 10, 2025

The Best Genre Movies of 2025
We look at the finest in science fiction, horror, action and international films, all available to stream.

New York Times Movies
Dec 10, 2025

A.I. Actors Might Change Your View of Human Ones
Even the stars people think of as immaculately crafted Hollywood products look wildly, irreducibly human in comparison.

New York Times Movies
Dec 10, 2025

Ryan Coogler on ‘Sinners,' Chadwick Boseman and Why He Declined to Join the Academy
The director on what he's thinking of post-"Sinners," how the loss of Chadwick Boseman affected him and why he turned down the invitation to join the academy.

New York Times Movies
Dec 09, 2025

When the Phone Number in That TV Show Actually Connects Somewhere
Passing on the classic 555 number, "Stranger Things" is the latest show to offer Easter eggs for viewers who try to call a fictional character.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

‘Marjorie Prime' Review: A.I. Gave Her Back Her Husband. Was It Worth It?
June Squibb stars in the Broadway premiere of Jordan Harrison's meditation on grief and the nature of human and artificial intelligence.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

Golden Globe Nominations Confirm the Allure of Warner Bros.
The studio's film "One Battle After Another," and an HBO show it owns, "The White Lotus," scored the most nominations for movies and television shows.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

Golden Globe 2026 Nominees: Full List Including ‘One Battle After Another'
The movies and TV series competing for the 83rd Golden Globes. The ceremony will air on Jan. 11.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

Golden Globes 2026 Snubs and Surprises: ‘Wicked: For Good' Misses a Major Nomination
Though its stars are up for acting prizes, the film is not in the running for best musical or comedy, only for box office achievement.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

Golden Globes Nominees 2026: An Updating Live List
The movies and TV series competing for the 83rd Golden Globes. The ceremony will air on Jan. 11.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

Golden Globes Announces 2026 Nominations
Movies like "One Battle After Another" and "Hamnet" were considered strong contenders for the top film awards, as the nominations kicked off Monday.

New York Times Movies
Dec 08, 2025

Golden Globes to Announce 2026 Nominations
Movies like "One Battle After Another" and "Hamnet" are considered strong contenders for the top awards, along with television shows like "The Pitt" and "The Studio."

New York Times Movies
Dec 07, 2025

From Improv Class to Mayor-Elect: Zohran Mamdani's Cultural Influences
In an interview, he revealed the Indian ragas, indie movies, comedy shows and museums in the city that stayed with him.

New York Times Movies
Dec 07, 2025

Cynthia Erivo on Her Favorite Books, "Wicked" and Her New Memoir
"I have to be still for a certain amount of time," says the "Wicked" star and author of "Simply More: A Book for Anyone Who Has Been Told They're Too Much."

New York Times Movies
Dec 06, 2025

Francis Ford Coppola's F.P. Journe Sells for $11 Million at Auction
Frenzied bidding pushed the polarizing F.P. Journe timepiece into near-record territory despite one dealer calling the design "goofy."

New York Times Movies
Dec 06, 2025

Kristen Stewart Wants to Blow Up the Myth of the Brilliant Male Actor
The actress and director says the world of filmmaking needs a "full system break."

New York Times Movies
Dec 06, 2025

With ‘Five Nights at Freddy's 2' and ‘I Love L.A.,' Josh Hutcherson Is Back
The "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "I Love L.A." star found instant success as a child actor. After his "Hunger Games" fame, it felt like it almost all went away.

New York Times Movies
Dec 06, 2025

The Area 51 of New England
Through trinkets and tales, a U.F.O. story that once captured national attention lives on.

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