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Author Ben Mears (David Soul) returns to the town of Salem's Lot after 25 years to write about the Marsten House, an old mansion with a bad reputation that has haunted the writer since childhood. But the sleepy town of Ben's youth is beginning to change.

There's an antiques store about to open, run by the mysterious Richard Straker (James Mason) and his unseen partner Mr. Barlow (Reggie Nalder), and they're living in the Marsten House. A series of deaths and disappearances leads Ben to believe that a vampire is feeding on the town. But how can he stop them, and will anyone believe him?

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From dusty small-town roots, to the glitter of Hollywood, and then on to commanding the world stage, 'Reagan' is a cinematic journey of overcoming the odds.

Told through the voice of Viktor Petrovich (Jon Voight), a former KGB agent whose life becomes inextricably linked with Ronald Reagan's when Reagan (Dennis Quaid) first caught the Soviets' attention as an actor in Hollywood, this film offers a perspective as unique as it is captivating. Dennis Quaid brings to life a story that transcends the boundaries of a traditional biopic, offering a profound exploration of the enduring impact of the power of one man who overcame the odds, sustained by the love of a woman, Nancy (Penelope Ann Miller), who supported him in his journey.

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Return to the breathtaking world of Pandora in the most powerful chapter of the Avatar saga yet. As Jake (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña) guide their family through grief, they journey with the nomadic Wind Traders across Pandora's skies.

But the Sullys' path is threatened by a new enemy - the Ash People, a warlike clan led by the fierce Varang (Oona Chaplin) - who have turned against Eywa and the ancient Na'vi way.

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While in prison, Dodger Lane (Peter Sellers) has planned the perfect robbery. He intends to break out, steal a fortune in diamonds, and then break back into prison without anyone noticing he has been absent.

With only a few days left of his sentence, and a perfect alibi - what could possibly go wrong?

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Moments after surviving an all-out attack from the Le Domas family, Grace (Samara Weaving) discovers she's reached the next level of the nightmarish game - and this time with her estranged sister Faith (Kathryn Newton) at her side.

Grace has one chance to survive, keep her sister alive, and claim the High Seat of the Council that controls the world. Four rival families are hunting her for the throne, and whoever wins rules it all.

In the near future, a detective (Chris Pratt) stands on trial accused of murdering his wife. He has 90 minutes to prove his innocence to the advanced AI Judge (Rebecca Ferguson) he once championed, before it determines his fate.

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In a continuation of the epic story, Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) finds himself in a shocking new relationship - with consequences that could change the world as they know it - and Spike's (Alfie Williams) encounter with Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Connell) becomes a nightmare he can't escape.

In the world of The Bone Temple, the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival - the inhumanity of the survivors can be stranger and more terrifying.

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What if everything you love was taken from you in the blink of an eye? When an unseen enemy threatens mankind by taking over their bodies and erasing their memories, Melanie Stryder (Saoirse Ronan) will risk everything to protect the people she cares most about - Jared (Max Irons), Ian (Jake Abel),

her brother Jamie (Chandler Canterbury) and her Uncle Jeb (William Hurt), proving that love can conquer all in a dangerous new world.

Set in the heart of the Australian Outback, 'Kangaroo' is a feel-good family comedy about a disgraced ex-TV star and a young kangaroo-obsessed girl who team up to rescue orphaned joeys. Their unlikely friendship and mission to save kangaroos become a life-changing journey for them both.

As their marriage quietly unravels, Alex (Will Arnett) faces middle age and an impending divorce, seeking new purpose in the New York comedy scene, while Tess (Laura Dern) confronts the sacrifice she made for their family - forcing them to navigate co-parenting, identity, and whether love can take a new form.

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Mother's Pride follows a grieving family whose fortunes begin to change when they start brewing their own beer and take a chance on entering the Great British Beer Awards.

What begins as an act of survival becomes a journey of renewal - bringing together neighbours, mending old wounds and restoring pride where it's been lost.

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Lucy's tropical island homecoming was supposed to be beaches and best friends - not a fight for her life. When her family's exceptionally clever chimp spirals into a savage rabid frenzy, the night explodes into terrifying chaos.

With her father away and no help coming, paradise becomes a prison as Lucy (Johnny Sequoyah) and her friends fight to survive a deadly predator they once trusted.

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From transmission towers in Germany come taunting broadcasts: "People of Britain, greetings from the Third Reich. This is the voice you have learned to fear - this is the Voice of Terror".

The entire nation is close to panic, in London the "Intelligence Inner Council" call in Holmes (Basil Rathbone) who suggests that the transmissions are a mere prelude, a smoke screen, to cover a more diabolical plan. On the first night of their enquiry, Holmes and Watson (Nigel Bruce) find a dying man on their doorstep. His last words sends Holmes into London's seedy Limehouse district, where he enlists the aid of Kitty (Evelyn Ankers), the dead mans girlfriend, to help find the saboteurs. Holmes and Watson must hurry to solve a complicated puzzle of terrorism and espionage.

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This lavish adaptation of Charles Dickens' immortal tale follows Pip, an orphan given the chance to break free from poverty and live life as a gentleman. The stunning performances by an all-star cast are unforgettable.

James Mason is Magwitch, the escaped convict Pip helps in an act which affects his whole life; Robert Morley plays his kindly uncle; Anthony Quayle is Jaggers, the lawyer who intercedes for Pip's anonymous benefactor; and the rich but deeply troubled Miss Havisham is deftly portrayed by Margaret Leighton. Estella, the lifelong object of Pip's love, is Sarah Miles and the adult Pip is played by Michael York.

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William Shakespeare (Paul Mescal) falls for the free-spirited Agnes (Jessie Buckley). Their whirlwind romance leads to marriage and three children, but as Will's theatrical ambitions draw him to London, Agnes remains behind to manage the household.

When tragedy strikes, their bond is deeply tested - but through grief and resilience, their journey inspires the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.